Qureos Mentor

United Nations High Commissioner For Refugees (UNHCR)

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Deadline for Applications
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>April 7, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>A (least hardship)
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>Family
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Staff Member / Affiliate Type
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>CONTR Local Professional Level
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Target Start Date
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>2026-04-01
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Terms of Reference
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>The Associate Information Management Officer provides technical coordination support, system implementation support, and supports the data protection governance for UNHCR project-funded initiatives, in close coordination and upon guidance on protection policy-related issues, implemented in cooperation with national and internal counterparts, including Protection, CBI, Programme, Supply, Development and other relevant units, in T&uuml;rkiye.
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The position ensures that nationally embedded digital systems, structured data exchanges, and information management modalities supported by UNHCR are operationally effective, compliant with UNHCR data protection standards, and aligned with institutional policies, while supporting sustainability, continuity, and operational ownership by national counterparts.
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The position is placed under the Data, Identity Management and Analysis Unit and the incumbent reports to the Information Management Officer. S/he will work closely with the other Units and rely on the guidance of the Data Protection FP on data policy-related matters.
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General Background of Project or Assignment, Operational Context:
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UNHCR T&uuml;rkiye implements multiple large-scale, project-funded initiatives to support asylum, registration, voluntary return, resettlement, and related information management processes. These initiatives increasingly rely on nationally embedded systems and inter-institutional data exchanges rather than parallel UNHCR-managed platforms.
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The operational environment is characterised by:
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<ul><li>Strong institutional integration with government systems and workflows
</li><li>High reliance on digital tools for processes undertaken
</li><li>Complex data governance requirements related to the processing of personal and protection-sensitive data across multiple institutions and organisational boundaries.
</li><li>Project-driven delivery models directly linked to donor-funded outputs and timelines
</li></ul><br>
In parallel, UNHCR T&uuml;rkiye supports initiatives to strengthen the availability, quality, and analytical use of national migration and asylum statistics with several institutions, including the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat). These initiatives contribute to evidence-based decision-making, operational planning, and reporting aligned with international standards.
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Building on the established Voluntary Return (VolRep) data-exchange modality jointly developed with the Directorate General of Migration Management (PMM), a structured data-exchange mechanism for resettlement processes is currently being developed and operationalised. The initiative is implemented as a project-funded, time-bound intervention and involves the processing of high volumes of sensitive personal data, requiring strong coordination, rigorous data protection safeguards, and efficient workflow management.
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Given the scale, sensitivity, and institutional embedding of these initiatives, the operation requires a senior local role capable of sustained technical coordination with technical counterparts, translation of and operational requirements into technical solutions, management of data protection risks, and continuity across project phases.
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Purpose and Scope of Assignment:
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a) Project Technical Coordination
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<ul><li>Provide data-focused technical support and contribute to the coordination of UNHCR-supported and project-funded initiatives implemented in cooperation with national and external stakeholders, contributing to data architecture, data governance, quality assurance, interoperability, protection safeguards, reporting requirements, and data exchange processes, as well as supporting analysis and continuous data improvement as needed.
</li><li>Contribute to the coordination of the design, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of project outputs related to:
</li><li>Digital tools supporting national processes and UNHCR&rsquo;s technical/ digital cooperation and mobility-related processes
</li><li>Systems supporting workflows and inter-institutional data exchange
</li><li>Business intelligence, analytics, and reporting solutions
</li></ul>o Support the translation of protection, programme, and operational requirements into technical workflows, data models, and implementation plans, in coordination with relevant technical teams.
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o Liaise with national institutions&rsquo; ICT units, UNHCR technical teams, and service providers to facilitate timely and quality delivery of project outputs.
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o Support monitoring of implementation progress, flag emerging technical risks or bottlenecks, and contribute to the identification of corrective actions.
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o Promote interoperability and alignment with national systems and agreed standards, under guidance from senior technical leads.
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<ul><li>Provide technical guidance and operational support to project teams to ensure data protection and responsible data management practices, including advising on data minimization, purpose limitation, access control, retention measures, risk mitigation, and the conduct of DPIA trigger and technical risk assessments.
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b) Voluntary Return and Cash-Based Modality Support
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<ul><li>Provide technical support for systems underpinning voluntary return and associated cash-based assistance modalities.
</li><li>Support coordination with relevant government counterparts to facilitate timely, consistent, and compatible provision of beneficiary data.
</li><li>Contribute to the definition, documentation, and maintenance of:
</li></ul>o Data fields, process flows, and system logic
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o Quality assurance mechanisms, and exception-handling procedures
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o System access arrangements and operational standard operating procedures (SOPs)
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<ul><li>Support routine operational data exchanges that underpin high-volume processing.
</li><li>Contribute to system adaptations and refinements based on operational feedback and evolving project requirements, in coordination with the CBI Unit.
</li><li>Support monitoring mechanisms to track programme implementation and progress, in coordination with the Project Management.
</li><li>Contribute to capacity-building of technical users and administrators, including through the delivery of targeted trainings and guidance, in collaboration with the CBI Unit.
</li></ul><br>
c) Resettlement Data-Exchange Modality Development
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<ul><li>Support the design and implementation of a structured resettlement data-exchange with PMM.
</li><li>Contribute to the definition of:
</li></ul>o Data scope, fields, and exchange logic
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o Process flows and validation mechanisms
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o Access control, auditability, and data protection safeguards
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<ul><li>Support technical discussions, testing, and validation phases in coordination with relevant counterparts.
</li><li>Assist in the documentation and operationalisation of the modality under agreed project frameworks.
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d) Statistics, Reporting, and Data Integration
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<ul><li>Support project activities, in coordination with PMM, ISKUR, TURKSTAT technical units and TurkStat.
</li><li>Support the validation, receipt, and integration of official datasets required for project monitoring, operational planning, and reporting.
</li><li>Contribute analytical inputs to project performance monitoring, donor reporting, and management decision-making processes.
</li></ul><br>
e) Capacity Building, Documentation, and Coordination
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<ul><li>Support the design and delivery of technical briefings and trainings for national counterparts, UNHCR staff, and implementing partners.
</li><li>Contribute to the documentation of technical processes, workflows, and lessons learned to support sustainability and internal knowledge transfer.
</li><li>Prepare technical documentation, briefs, and progress updates related to assigned project components, under the guidance of senior staff.
</li><li>Support internal coordination across UNHCR units to promote consistency of technical approaches and adherence to institutional standards.
</li></ul><br>
CANDIDATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS, SELECTION CRITERIA
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Required qualifications, language(s) and work experience:
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Degree: For IC-9 - 3 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 2 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 1 year relevant experience with Doctorate degree Required
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Language: Required: English and Turkish
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Desirable: N/A
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<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in information management, information systems, public administration, social sciences, or a related field
</li><li>Completion of UNHCR emergency-deployment trainings is an asset
</li></ul><br>
Minimum years of work experience:
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Preferably;
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<ul><li>Minimum 7&ndash;9 years of progressively responsible experience in information management, identity management, protection systems, or digital solutions
</li><li>Demonstrated experience with registration or individual case management systems, including UNHCR proGres and/or BIMS
</li><li>At least 5 years of experience working with government counterparts on system-level or inter-institutional data-exchange initiatives
</li><li>Proven experience in data protection, data governance, and responsible data-sharing
</li><li>Experience supporting project-based, multi-stakeholder implementations
</li><li>Demonstrated UNHCR emergency response experience
</li><li>At least 3 years of people-management experience
</li><li>Advanced technical coordination and analytical skills
</li><li>Strong understanding of data protection and information governance principles
</li><li>Ability to translate operational and protection requirements into technical solutions
</li><li>Strong drafting and documentation skills
</li><li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
</li><li>Strong stakeholder coordination and problem-solving abilities
</li></ul><br>
EVALUATION, MONITORING, SUPERVISION
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Monitoring and Progress Controls:
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The performance of the individual contractor will be monitored by the supervisor through regular review of deliverables, adherence to agreed timelines, and quality of outputs in line with UNHCR standards.
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The incumbent will provide quarterly progress updates on assigned tasks, including implementation status of project activities, system development, data exchange processes, and coordination with stakeholders. These updates will include progress against planned outputs, identified risks, and proposed mitigation measures.
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Progress will be assessed against agreed deliverables and milestones, including:
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<ul><li>Operationalisation and maintenance of data-exchange modalities and digital tools
</li><li>Preparation and clearance of technical documentation (e.g. workflows, data models, SOPs)
</li><li>Completion of data protection requirements (e.g. DPIA triggers, risk assessments, data-sharing documentation)
</li><li>Delivery of analytical outputs and project monitoring reports
</li><li>Implementation of capacity-building activities
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The supervisor will conduct periodic review meetings (monthly and/or quarterly) to assess progress, address challenges, and adjust priorities where required.
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Overall performance will be evaluated based on the extent to which the incumbent contributes to the effective implementation of project objectives and operational priorities.
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Deliverables:
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<ul><li>Functional coordination of assigned project-funded systems and data-exchange modalities
</li><li>Documented technical workflows, data models, and system processes
</li><li>Cleared data-sharing agreements and data protection documentation in close coordination with Data Protection FP
</li><li>Completed DPIA trigger assessments and technical risk assessments
</li><li>Project progress, analytical, and monitoring reports
</li><li>Training materials and completed capacity-building activities<br>
</li></ul><br>
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Individual Contractor
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Definition:
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Individual contractor is an individual engaged by UNHCR under a contract of limited duration to provide skills or knowledge for the performance of a specific task or piece of work and engaged under an individual contract issued directly by UNHCR.
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They are neither staff members of UnaNHCR under the Staff Regulations and Rules, nor Officials for the purpose of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations of 13 February 1946.
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Contract Duration/Renewal:
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Any extension of an individual contract is subject to operational needs, satisfactory service, and availability of funds. There is no expectation of renewal or conversion of the individual contract beyond its expiry date.
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Working Hours:
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40 hours per week, inclusive of mandatory night shifts, possibility of work on weekends and official holidays as part of the assigned schedule.
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Leave Entitlements:
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Annual leave at the rate of two and a half working days per month.
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Sick leave at the rate of two working days for each month of service.
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Medical Coverage:
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Cigna Health Insurance, also available optionally for eligible dependents subject to additional contribution rates and contract duration.
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Remuneration:
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Remuneration at the level of the vacancy based on the International Civil Services Commission (ICSC) salary scale.
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Legal Requirements:
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Individual Contractors must comply with relevant local legislation, including but not limited to those relating to taxation, social security requirements, licenses, work permits and visas, and other details stipulated in the terms of their contract. UNHCR undertakes no liability for taxes and social security contributions, duties or other contributions payable by the individual contract holder on payments made under the individual contract. The individual contract holders will not be reimbursed such taxes or granted any other benefit, payment or subsidy which is not expressly provided for in the contract under which they are engaged. UNHCR may require the individual contract holder to provide evidence within a reasonable time that they have registered for and are paying applicable taxation and social security to the relevant national authorities
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Important to note: The Individual Contractor shall be responsible for paying any tax levied by his/her Government or other entities on his/her UNHCR earnings. Under no circumstances shall UNHCR be responsible for paying or reimbursing such taxes.
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Host country Labor Law is not applicable.
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Clearances and ID Cards:
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Applications of non-Turkish candidates are subject to MFA clearance before any offer can be made. For cleared candidates who are recruited, MFA ID card applications will be processed while the issuance lies within the authority of the MFA.
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Important to note: Once the MFA ID is issued, the time spent under an Individual Contract no longer counts toward eligibility for Turkish citizenship.
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Application Requirements:
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Applicants must ensure:
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<ul><li>To apply for the vacancies timely through Workday. No late applications are accepted.
</li><li>To reflect their previous experience, language skills (including the mother tongue) and other assets in their Workday applicant profiles duly. Shortlisting is done based on the information provided in the applications only
</li><li>To attach their valid residence permits (both sides visible) in case they are non-Turkish nationals.
</li></ul><br>
PLEASE DO NOT USE TURKISH CHARACTERS IN YOUR NAME &amp; SURNAME INFORMATION.
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Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member and engagement under a UNHCR affiliate scheme or as an intern is subject to successful reference checks and integrity clearance.
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UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
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Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The recruitment process might include a written test and/or oral interview for this job opening. No late applications will be accepted.
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External candidates should be legally present in T&uuml;rkiye at the time of application, recruitment, and hire.
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Non-Turkish citizens are required to upload their residence permits or relevant documents under the &lsquo;Certifications&rsquo; section, by selecting the type as &lsquo;Personnel Administration &ndash; Other&rsquo;, in order to be considered for this job opening.
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Applications by non-Turkish citizens will NOT be considered if a valid residence permit is not attached to the application.
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For further information on how to apply, please visit the &lsquo;UNHCR - Application and Selection&rsquo; page at https://www.unhcr.org/how-to-apply.html.<br>
<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Standard Job Description
</b></h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
</b></h2><p>,
</p><p>,
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desired Languages
</b></h2><p>,
</p><p>,
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Qualifications
</b></h2><p><i>Skills
</i></p><p><i>Education
</i></p><p><i>Certifications
</i></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><i>Work Experience
</i></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><b>Other information
</b></p>This position doesn't require a functional clearance<br>
<p><br>
<b>Remote
</b></p>No</div>

Associate Information Management Officer

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Deadline for Applications
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>April 10, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>A (least hardship)
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>Family
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Staff Member / Affiliate Type
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>UNOPS LICA7
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Target Start Date
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>2025-11-06
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Terms of Reference
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><ul><li>Relevant professional experience in international refugee protection, human rights or international humanitarian law, including experience in managing teams at country operation&rsquo;s level;
</li><li>Very good knowledge of International Refugee Law and ability to apply the relevant legal principles;
</li><li>Knowledge of UNHCR&rsquo;s protection standards and policies, including as they relate to Registration and Refugee Status Determination (RSD), as well as the provision of protection services;
</li><li>Previous experience with organizing and facilitating capacity building initiatives, including workshops and training activities, particularly for government counterparts;
</li><li>Excellent legal research, analysis, and drafting skills, with strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement capabilities;
</li><li>The candidate is required to have excellent communication and presentation skills and be fluent in English and Arabic.<br>
</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Standard Job Description
</b></h2><div>Senior Protection Associate
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Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
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The Senior Protection Associate reports to the Protection Officer or the Senior Protection Officer. The position may entail supervisory responsibilities for protection staff including community services, registration, resettlement and education depending on the structure of the Office. The incumbent monitors protection standards, operational procedures and practices in protection delivery in line with international standards and provides functional protection support to information management and programme staff.
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The Senior Protection Associate is expected to coordinate quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern (PoC) and identify opportunities to mainstream protection methodologies and integrate protection safeguards in operational responses in all sectors. The incumbent contributes to designing a comprehensive protection strategy and represents the Office externally on protection doctrine and policy as guided by the supervisor.
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S/he also ensures that PoC are involved in making decisions that affect them, whether in accessing their rights or in identifying appropriate solutions to their problems. To achieve this, the incumbent will need to build and maintain effective interfaces with communities of concern, local authorities and protection and assistance partners.
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All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.
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Duties
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<ul><li>Stay abreast of political, social, economic and cultural developments that have an impact on the protection environment.
</li><li>Consistently apply International and National Law and applicable UN/UNHCR and IASC policy, standards and codes of conduct.
</li><li>Assist in providing comments on existing and draft legislation related to PoC.
</li><li>Provide advice and guidance on protection issues to PoC; liaise with competent authorities to ensure the issuance of personal and other relevant documentation.
</li><li>Assist in conducting eligibility and status determination for PoC in compliance with UNHCR procedural standards and international protection principles.
</li><li>Contribute to measures to identify, prevent and reduce statelessness.
</li><li>Contribute to a country-level child protection plan as part of the protection strategy.
</li><li>Contribute to a country-level education plan as part of the protection strategy.
</li><li>Assist the supervisor in implementing and monitoring Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all protection/solutions activities.
</li><li>Manage individual protection cases including those on GBV and child protection. Monitor, and assist the supervisor with intervening in cases of refoulement, expulsion and other protection incidents.
</li><li>Assist in identifying durable solutions for the largest possible number of PoC through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
</li><li>Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of protection related AGD based programming with implementing and operational partners.
</li><li>Contribute to and facilitate a programme of results-based advocacy with sectorial and/or cluster partners.
</li><li>Facilitate effective information management through the provision of disaggregated data on PoC and their problems.
</li><li>Participate in initiatives to capacitate authorities, relevant institutions and NGOs to strengthen national protection related legislation and procedures.
</li><li>Assist the supervisor with intervening with authorities on protection issues.
</li><li>Provide assistance to the supervisor in deciding priorities for reception, interviewing and counselling for groups or individuals.
</li><li>Assist the supervisor with enforcing compliance of staff and implementing partners with global protection policies and standards of professional integrity in the delivery of protection services.
</li><li>Assist the supervisor with enforcing compliance with, and integrity of, all protection standard operating procedures.
</li><li>Recommend and prepare payments to individual cases.
</li></ul></div><ul><li>Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
</li><li>Perform other related duties as required.
</li></ul><br>
Minimum Qualifications
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Education &amp; Professional Work Experience
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Years of Experience / Degree Level
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For G7 - 4 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
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Field(s) of Education
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Not applicable
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Certificates and/or Licenses
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International Law;
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Political Science;
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or other relevant field.
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(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
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Relevant Job Experience
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Essential
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Not specified.
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Desirable
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RSD-Resettlement LP and/or Protection Learning Programme
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Functional Skills
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IT-Computer Literacy
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PR-Protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators
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PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework
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(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
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Language Requirements
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For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
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For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
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For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
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All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
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As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
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This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
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</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desired Languages
</b></h2><p>,
</p><p>,
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Qualifications
</b></h2><p><i>Skills
</i></p>IT-Computer Literacy, PR-Protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators, PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework
<p><i>Education
</i></p><p><i>Certifications
</i></p>International Law - Other, Political Science - Other
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><i>Work Experience
</i></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><b>Other information
</b></p>This position doesn't require a functional clearance<br>
<p><br>
<b>Remote
</b></p>No</div>

Senior Protection Associate

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Deadline for Applications
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>April 11, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>A (least hardship)
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>Family
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Staff Member / Affiliate Type
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div>UNOPS LICA6
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Target Start Date
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>2025-12-01
<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Terms of Reference
</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><ul><li>Relevant professional experience in national law and international law, including international refugee protection, human rights or international humanitarian law;
</li><li>Very good knowledge of International Refugee Law and ability to apply the relevant legal protection principles;
</li><li>Knowledge of UNHCR&rsquo;s protection standards and policies, including as they relate to legal and physical protection, legal aid, detention monitoring and case management
</li><li>Previous experience with organizing and facilitating capacity building initiatives, including workshops and training activities, particularly for government counterparts
</li><li>Excellent legal research, analysis, and drafting skills, with strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
</li><li>Regarding communication and language skills, given the operational context, the candidate is required to have excellent communication and presentation skills and be fluent in English and Arabic
</li><li>Excellent drafting skills in English and Arabic<br>
</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Standard Job Description
</b></h2><div>Protection Associate
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Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
<br>
The Protection Associate normally reports to the Protection Officer or the Senior Protection Officer. The incumbent monitors protection standards, operational procedures and practices in protection delivery in line with international standards and provides functional protection support to information management and programme staff.
<br>
<br>
The Protection Associate is expected to coordinate quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern (PoC) and identify opportunities to mainstream protection methodologies and integrate protection safeguards in operational responses in all sectors. S/he contributes to designing a comprehensive protection strategy and liaises externally with authorities and partners on protection doctrine and policy as guided by the supervisor.
<br>
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The Protection Associate also ensures that PoC are involved in making decisions that affect them, whether in accessing their rights or in identifying appropriate solutions to their problems. To achieve this, the incumbent will need to build and maintain effective interfaces with communities of concern, local authorities and protection and assistance partners.
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All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.
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Duties
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<ul><li>Stay abreast of political, social, economic and cultural developments that have an impact on the protection environment.
</li><li>Consistently apply International and National Law and applicable UN/UNHCR and IASC policy, standards and codes of conduct.
</li><li>Assist in providing comments on existing and draft legislation related to PoC.
</li><li>Provide advice on protection issues to PoC; liaise with competent authorities to ensure the issuance of personal and other relevant documentation.
</li><li>Assist in conducting eligibility and status determination for PoC.
</li><li>Contribute to measures to identify, prevent and reduce statelessness.
</li><li>Contribute to a country-level child protection plan as part of the protection strategy.
</li><li>Contribute to a country-level education plan as part of the protection strategy.
</li><li>Monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all protection/solutions activities.
</li><li>Manage individual protection cases including those on GBV and child protection. Monitor, and intervene in cases of refoulement, expulsion and other protection incidents.
</li><li>Assist in identifying durable solutions for the largest possible number of PoC through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
</li><li>Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of protection related AGD based programming with implementing and operational partners.
</li><li>Facilitate effective information management through the provision of disaggregated data on PoC and their problems.
</li><li>Participate in initiatives to capacitate authorities, relevant institutions and NGOs to strengthen national protection related legislation and procedures.
</li><li>Assist the supervisor in prioritizing PoC for interview, counselling and propose protection support for individual cases.
</li><li>Assist the supervisor with enforcing compliance of local implementing partners with global protection policies and standards of professional integrity in the delivery of protection services.
</li><li>Assit the supervisor with enforcing compliance with, and integrity of, all protection standard operating procedures.
</li><li>Submit individual payments request for PoC for approval.
</li></ul></div><ul><li>Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
</li><li>Perform other related duties as required.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Education &amp; Professional Work Experience
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Years of Experience / Degree Level
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For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
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Field(s) of Education
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Not applicable
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Certificates and/or Licenses
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International Law, Political Science
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or other related field
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(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
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Relevant Job Experience
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Essential
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Not specified
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Desirable
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Protection Learning Programme
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Functional Skills
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IT-Computer Literacy
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PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework
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PR-Protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators
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(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
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Language Requirements
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For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
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For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
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For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
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All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.
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As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
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This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.
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