“UNHCR” stands for United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, is a specialized agency under the United Nations that concentrated on providing protection/ assistance, and durable solutions for refugees and displaced persons around the world. UNHCR founded in 1950, It works to safeguard the rights and well-being of people who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, or violence. Organization’s mandate includes ensuring access to asylum, advocating for durable solutions such as voluntary repatriation, local integration, or resettlement, and addressing the broader issues related to displacement. UNHCR is playing a crucial role in coordinating international efforts to respond to refugee crises and works in partnership with governments, non-governmental organizations, and other stakeholders to address the complex challenges faced by displaced populations.
What are the advantages come with being employed at UNHCR :
- Engaging in meaningful work has the power to positively impact deserving individuals.
- Empowering Youth by providing them with the necessary tools and skills for advancing in their careers
- Promoting diversity in gender and culture to support the strength of the team.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Associate Durable Solutions Officer
- Unit: UNHCR
- Job Place: Nigeria
- Deadline: 14, January, 2024
Education & Qualifications Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in HCR Protection Learning.
- Certificate of HCR Resettlement Lrng.
- Have University degree in political science / social sciences and international relations.
- Certificate of HCR RSD Lrng Programme.
Work Experiences:
- Work Experience in having established networks with Host Government or other security actors from previous employment.
- Work Experience support the Representative or Head of Office in managing staff safety and security of Organization. Have the ability to work under pressure to achieve multiple deadlines.
- Full-Knowledge of understanding of NGOs missions and goals.
- Full-Knowledge in public relations.
Languages:
- Fluency in English language is Required (both oral and written).
- Have a Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) both oral and written.
Key Responsibilities Career:
- Responsible for implementing activities in accordance with the comprehensive solutions strategy.
- Responsible for participating in the planning of, and advise on opportunities for alternative solutions.
- Responsible for providing legal advice and guidance on protection issues to PoC.
- Responsible for conducting eligibility and status determination for PoC in compliance with UNHCR procedural standards.
- Responsible for contributing to a country-level child protection plan as part of the protection strategy.
“The deadline for opportunity is 14, January, 2024”
“The Official Link for this Opportunity”
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