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>March 19, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>E (most 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>Non 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 LICA4
<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>1. General Background
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(Brief description of the national, sector-specific or other relevant context in which the individual contractor will operate)
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The Senior Supply Assistant provides supply support to all activities pertaining to the supply chain function including planning, sourcing &amp; procurement, transport, shipping, customs clearance, warehousing, assets &amp; fleet management and monitoring within the area of responsibility (AoR).
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The incumbent is supervised by a higher level supply position and receives regular guidance and instructions from the supervisor on successive steps. S/he works independently on routine tasks while follows instructions of the supervisor on more complex issues. The incumbent may have contacts on a working level on specific issues with other UNHCR offices, UN agencies, NGOs, government partners and commercial contractors in the area to facilitate performing the supply function. The duty of the incumbent is to support the management of material resources within the geographical area covered while exercising efficiency in the use of those resources.
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2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment
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(Concise and detailed description of activities, tasks and responsibilities to be undertaken, including expected travel, if applicable)
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<ul><li>In compliance with supply chain rules and procedures, support the related supply activities to facilitate UNHCR end to end processes resulting in a timely and quality delivery of goods and services to persons of concern.
</li><li>Apply UNHCR's sourcing &amp; procurement strategy when planning for purchase of important commodities and services.
</li><li>Initiate custom clearance of consignments, draft exemption requests, and liaise with local agents.
</li><li>Support warehouse management, and assist with planning of goods &amp; services deliveries, and provide information on the status of requests and the availability of items in the supply chain.
</li><li>Maintain accurate and comprehensive records on supply activities and provide reports and updates periodically, and on request.
</li><li>Examine purchase requests to ensure conformity and liaise with requesters.
</li><li>Prepare quotation requests and tenders, produce bid-tabulations from tenders and prepare Purchase Orders for approval.
</li><li>Dispatch approved Purchase Orders, and follow-up with the delivery of ordered commodities and services.
</li><li>Provide information on all procurement activities within the AoR.
</li><li>Produce standard asset management reports and other asset information, periodically and when requested.
</li><li>Maintain accurate data in all relevant business systems. Compile statistical information on supply chain related matters that will assist in decision making.
</li><li>Ensure local liaison to effectively support the supply activities.
</li><li>Assist in the management of the storage of goods according to &quot;best practices&quot; and UNHCR rules and regulations;
</li><li>Assist in managing Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) effectively according to UNHCR rules and regulation, including registration and marking of new PPE, physical verification of PPE, preparation of agreements and disposal forms (including submissions to LAMB/AMB), and assistance with disposal of PPE.
</li><li>Perform other related duties as required.<br>
</li></ul><br>
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3. Monitoring and Progress Controls
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(Clear description of measurable outputs, milestones, key performance indicators and/or reporting requirements which will enable performance monitoring)
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4. Qualifications and Experience
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(List the required education, work experience, expertise and competencies of the individual contractor. The listed education and experience should correspond with the level at which the contract is offered.)
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a. Education (Level and area of required and/or preferred education)
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Certificates and/or Licenses
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Not specified
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b. Work Experience
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(List number of years and area of required work experience. Clearly distinguish between required experience and experience which could be an asset.)
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2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher<br>
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Essential
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Not specified<br>
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Desirable
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Not specified<br>
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Functional Skills
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IT-Computer literacy;
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SC-PeopleSoft Supply Chain Management;
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SC-Supply Planning;
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SC-Customs clearance;
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SC-Logistics;
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SC-Warehouse Management;
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SC-Asset Management;
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SC-Fleet Management
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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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c. Key Competencies
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(Technical knowledge, skills, managerial competencies or other personal competencies relevant to the performance of the assignment. Clearly distinguish between required and desired competencies)
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Core Competencies:
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Accountability
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Communication
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Organizational Awareness
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Teamwork &amp; Collaboration
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Commitment to Continuous Learning
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Client &amp; Result Orientation
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Managerial Competencies:
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Not specified
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Cross-Functional Competencies:
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Analytical Thinking
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Planning and Organizing
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Technological Awareness<br>
<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Standard Job Description
</b></h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
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</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desired Languages
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</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Qualifications
</b></h2><p><i>Skills
</i></p><p><i>Education
</i></p><p><i>Certifications
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</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>
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<b>Remote
</b></p>No</div>

Senior Supply Assistant

<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>March 22, 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 Entry and Mid-Level Support
<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>UNHCR Egypt seeks to hire a photographer with experience in event and reportage photography, proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Bridge, who uses their own high-end equipment to capture high-resolution (4000+ pixels) horizontal shots complete with full IPTC metadata and English captions crafted as mini-stories.
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The ideal candidate is fluently bilingual in English and Arabic, skilled at obtaining consents, directing subjects and working flexibly in varied indoor/outdoor settings.<br>
<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Standard Job Description
</b></h2><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Languages
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</p><p>,
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Desired Languages
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</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>

Photographer

<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>March 19, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>B
<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 LICA9
<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>Proof of knowledge of inclusive education practices, understanding of child protection policies, familiarity with digital learning platforms, and experience with educational research, teaching or education administration are among the preferred profiles for this position.
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The incumbent is preferred to have sound technical knowledge, and good understanding of the educational coordination systems in the country.
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The Associate Education Officer must demonstrate experience in the design and implementation of refugee education projects, including budget management, prioritization and resources allocation for education projects.
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Having knowledge and experience with UNHCR policies and standards related to Education.
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Speaking one or more of the languages of the refugees is also an advantage.
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Disclaimer: Functional clearance is not required for this position.<br>
<p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Standard Job Description
</b></h2><div>Associate Education Officer
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Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
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The Associate Education Officer will support the roll-out of Refugee Education 2030, the Refugee Education Strategy, in line with the Global Compact on Refugees, which calls on States and relevant Stakeholders to contribute resources and expertise to expand and enhance the quality and inclusiveness of national education systems to facilitate access by refugee and host community children and youth to primary, secondary and tertiary education. Providing inclusive and equitable quality education is central to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda's Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and the Associate Education Officer will ensure UNHCR's programming is in line with the SDGs.
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Leveraging the growing global momentum, UNHCR is working to translate the objectives of the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR) into impactful results, including through follow-up on pledges made through the 2019 Global Refugee Forum. Contributing to this global roll-out of the GCR, the Associate Education Officer, in collaboration with the Education Section in the Division of Resilience and Solutions (DRS), will provide technical support to UNHCR Country Office(s) and partners to advocate for and implement the objectives of Refugee Education 2030:
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1. Promote equitable and sustainable inclusion in national education systems for refugees, asylum seekers, returnees, stateless and internally displaced persons
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2. Foster safe enabling environments that support learning
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3. Enable learners to use their education toward sustainable futures
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The incumbent will act as a focal point for education in the area of responsibility (AoR) and, under the leadership of the supervising officer(s), support UNHCR's work regarding education and advocacy on all issues related to UNHCR education programmes and strategic directions. S/he normally works under the direct supervision of the Education Officer or Protection Officer and overall supervision of the Deputy Representative (Protection), depending on the office context. Under the general direction of the supervising officer(s), the incumbent will support the implementation of global level policies, including the UNHCR Education Strategy.
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The incumbent may supervise lower grade education staff.
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The Associate Education Officer may liaise with the Ministry of Education and with education coordination networks at national, provincial and district levels to improve the quality of refugee education. S/he will liaise with partners to assess the education context, to develop an implementation plan and to monitor the programme and assess impact. The incumbent will work in collaboration with in-country education partners to improve access to, and quality of, refugee education at all levels, both formal and non-formal and may liaise with partners for joint support for education access for refugee and host community children. The Associate Education Officer will develop innovative education approaches for emerging needs in refugee education, including attention to special needs, minorities, girls, pre-school education and non-formal activities. S/he will facilitate inter-sectoral linkages with programmatic areas including child protection, GBV, gender, community services, livelihoods/economic inclusion and health, among others.
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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 access to and quality of education and assist with the development of the education strategy.
</li><li>Actively pursue opportunities to implement UNHCR's urban policy and support mainstreaming refugees within national education systems. Coordinate with relevant partners to support access to education for refugees and host communities.
</li><li>Assist in providing comments on existing and draft legislation related to education for persons of concern (PoC).
</li><li>Coordinate with partners and other actors in education to adapt the Education Strategy to the local context and ensure ownership.
</li><li>Collaborate closely with partners to ensure coherent annual planning based on a longer-term strategy, and jointly monitor and assess implementation, providing advice on programme reorientation where necessary.
</li><li>Provide technical advice and guidance on education issues to PoC; liaise with competent authorities to ensure the issuance and recognition of education relevant documentation.
</li><li>Implement education programmes in line with Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE) standards and the child protection systems approach.
</li><li>Facilitate inter-sectoral linkages with child protection, GBV, gender, community services, livelihoods/economic inclusion, environment, shelter and health, among others.
</li><li>Provide inputs for the development of global/regional international education policies and standards.
</li><li>Intervene in cases of denial of access to education with government and other relevant parties.
</li><li>Identify and promote education activities that support durable solutions through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
</li><li>Assess needs for services of PoC, as related to education, and coordinate partners' responses.
</li><li>Systematically promote and comply with the Age, Gender and Diversity policy and other priorities such as the guidelines on HIV/AIDS.
</li><li>Advocate with authorities for respect of the right of PoC to an education and for their access to education services.
</li><li>Coordinate with education networks and ensure that refugee education interests are understood and included in relevant policies and initiatives.
</li><li>Participate in humanitarian and development sector working groups to support and ensure all refugee education support programming at country level is extended, amplified and reported against sector development goals. Humanitarian partners and funding serve system strengthening.
</li><li>Assist the Country Office(s) to elaborate and implement strategies to address issues related to education access, quality and data, in cooperation with other UN agencies (UNICEF, UNESCO, WFP, etc.) and other key education stakeholders.
</li><li>Undertake direct dialogue with Country Office(s) on the implementation of education programmes in line with strategic directions, integrated with SDG4 and Education Sector Plans, including with Ministries of Education/Higher Education, education partners and coordination networks (Global Partnership for Education, Education Cannot Wait (ECW) and Local Education Groups, etc.).
</li><li>Foster and ensure inter-sectoral linkages and coordination with child protection, GBV, gender, community services, livelihoods/economic inclusion and health, among others, and provide specialist advice for other sectors, to ensure that they fully integrate education related concerns in their planning.
</li><li>Support and monitor the implementation of Global Refugee Forum pledges within the AoR.
</li><li>Assist in the planning and coordination of UNHCR's role concerning education, representation of UNHCR at national consultations, representation of UNHCR's education strategy and policy to other UN bodies, NGOs, interlocutors, institutions and organisations within the AoR.
</li><li>Identify training needs and train UNHCR staff, sister UN agency staff, NGOs, and Ministry of Education officials on refugee education priorities and identified topics.
</li><li>Ensure active exchange of information and that best practices are identified, documented and disseminated both within the AoR and beyond.
</li><li>Join joint assessment missions in emergencies to minimise the time refugee children and youth spend out of education (ideally a maximum of three months after arrival).
</li><li>Prepare the drafting of education input in key internal and external documents and reports.
</li><li>Identify gaps in education service provision and advocate with relevant authorities for service provision.
</li><li>Ensure that best practices are identified, documented and widely disseminated.
</li><li>Support the country education information management strategy through the collection of disaggregated data on PoC, and ensure the collection and dissemination of education information and best practices to enhance education delivery.
</li><li>Undertake initiatives to build the capacity of communities and PoC to assert their right to education and access to quality education.
</li><li>Promote and participate in initiatives to capacitate national authorities, relevant institutions and NGOs to strengthen access to quality, certified education for refugees.
</li><li>Contribute to a communications strategy that generates external support for UNHCR's education activities and the education rights of PoC.
</li><li>Intervene with authorities on education issues.
</li><li>Negotiate locally on behalf of UNHCR.
</li><li>Make recommendations on individual education related cases.
</li><li>Enforce compliance of staff and implementing partners with global protection policies and standards of professional integrity in the delivery of education services.
</li><li>Approve individual 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 P2/NOB - 3 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 2 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 1 year relevant experience with Doctorate degree
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Field(s) of Education
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Education; Social Sciences; or other relevant field.
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Certificates and/or Licenses
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Not specified
<p></p><div>Relevant Job Experience
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Essential
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<ul><li>Work experience in progressively responsible functions in education.
</li><li>Demonstrated work experience in education programmes.
</li><li>Field experience in education programme implementation and coordination in humanitarian and/or development contexts.
</li><li>Experience working with Governments, Ministry of Education and other line Ministries.
</li><li>Strong inter-personal skills in collaboration and coordination.
</li><li>Excellent analytical skills and drafting skills.
</li><li>Strong communications/presentations skills.
</li><li>Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
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Desirable
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<ul><li>Demonstrated work experience in refugee education programmes.
</li><li>Knowledge and experience of UNHCR policies and standards.
</li><li>Experience in the area of child protection.
</li><li>Experience with educational research, teaching or education administration.
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Functional Skills
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<ul><li>ED-Education programming design and quality assurance
</li><li>PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework
</li></ul>TR-Training - Virtual and face to face
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ED-Technical support to education programmes and proposals
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PR-Community-based Protection - Planning, implementing and analysing surveys/assessments
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SO-Research
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MG-Team building (development/facilitation)
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ED-Global EiE standards and implementation
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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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</b></h2><p><i>Skills
</i></p>ED-Education programming design and quality assurance, ED-Global EiE standards and implementation, ED-Technical support to education programmes and proposals, MG-Team building (development/facilitation), PR-Community-based Protection - Planning, implementing and analysing surveys/assessments, PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework, SO-Research, TR-Training - Virtual and face to face
<p><i>Education
</i></p>Bachelor of Arts: Education, Bachelor of Arts: Social Science
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</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>
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<b>Remote
</b></p>No</div>

Associate Education 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>March 13, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>B
<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 LICA4
<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><ul><li>Candidates with experience in professional interpretation, social service, humanitarian sector, and/or data entry, along with familiarity with UNHCR, are preferred.
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<ul><li>Fluency in English is required, and working-level proficiency in Dari, Farsi, or Pashto is essential.
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<ul><li>The candidate should have good computer skills in desktop applications.
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<ul><li>Knowledge of UNHCR standards and ethical guidelines and ability to maintain confidentiality/impartiality.
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<ul><li>Knowledge of UNHCR proGres database will be an added advantage.
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Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.<br>
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</b></h2><div>Interpreter Assistant
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Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
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The Interpreter Assistant normally report to a higher level local or international staff. The incumbent supports the operation with translation and interpretation related activities.
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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>Interprets and/or translates from newspapers, written reports, magazines etc.
</li><li>Interprets oral conversations, discussions and interviews especially when attending meetings with high ranking officials, diplomats and others.
</li><li>Travels with international staff on their missions to the field for interpretation and other assistance, as needed.
</li><li>Arranges meetings, both internal and external, some involving high-ranking officials and takes minutes/notes.
</li><li>Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities.
</li><li>Responds to queries relating to the area of responsibility.
</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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Years of Experience / Degree Level
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For G4 - 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 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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Business Administration Secretarial
<br>
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
<br>
<br>
Relevant Job Experience
<br>
Essential
<br>
Frequent contacts involving the exchange of a wide range of information, some of which may be complex.
<br>
<br>
Desirable
<br>
Not specified.
<br>
<br>
Functional Skills
<br>
IT-Computer Literacy
<br>
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
<br>
<br>
Language Requirements
<br>
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
<br>
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
<br>
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
<br>
<br>
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.
<br>
<br>
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.
<br>
<br>
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
</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>IT-Computer Literacy
<p><i>Education
</i></p><p><i>Certifications
</i></p>Business Administration - Other, Secretarial - 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>

Protection Assistant

<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>March 17, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>U (unclassified)
<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>No designation
<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>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>1. General Background
<br>
(Brief description of the national, sector-specific or other relevant context in which the individual contractor will operate)
<br>
<br>
The Field Associate will be supervised by the Associate Protection Officer and will perform a variety of functions related to Field activities in the assigned location. The supervisor defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. The Field Associate may supervise some General Service support staff.
<br>
<br>
The incumbent keeps frequent internal contacts with staff members in the same duty station to exchange information, to establish understanding of respective needs; to ensure provision of services and resolution of problems and with the external contacts generally with officials of national and international institutions, leaders of the refugee community, local population and/or Implementing Partners (IPs) on subject matters which may be of importance to the Organization.
<br>
<br>
2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment
<br>
(Concise and detailed description of activities, tasks and responsibilities to be undertaken, including expected travel, if applicable)<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Monitor the situation in the AoR, collect data and other information relevant to UNHCR and regularly report to the supervisor accordingly.
</li><li>Monitor the implementation of UNHCR programme including the delivery of all assistance items and monitoring of infrastructure as well as soft activities by the partners.
</li><li>Provide guidance and support to the partners for smooth implementation of activities.
</li><li>Undertake regular visits to various sites in order to assess needs of persons of concern, with particular attention to vulnerable groups.
</li><li>Keep regular contacts with local authorities and implementing partners as requested by supervisor.
</li><li>Act as interpreter when required.
</li><li>Contribute to the preparation of status and progress reports by providing info and analysis, preparing tables, etc.
</li><li>Assist in administrative tasks as required such as preparation of reports and meeting authorized personnel and assisting them during field missions.
</li><li>Inform and act on the reports received on persons of concern within the refugee community or from the local authorities.
</li><li>In coordination with implementing partners, assist in the reception, registration and provision of assistance to persons of concern to UNHCR.
</li><li>Negotiate with local authority counterparts, partners and populations of concern.
</li><li>Represent UNHCR in physical monitoring of projects.
</li><li>Keep abreast of the political, social and economic developments in the AOR, analyse and report its impact on UNHCR&rsquo;s operations.
</li><li>Perform other related duties as required.
</li></ul><br>
3. Monitoring and Progress Controls
<br>
(Clear description of measurable outputs, milestones, key performance indicators and/or reporting requirements which will enable performance monitoring)
<br>
The incumbent is expected to
<br>
<ul><li>Provide daily, weekly and monthly information and analytical reports through physical or remote monitoring
</li><li>Share at least four field visit reports (based on ability to carry out such visits) based on his observations and follow ups
</li><li>Facilitate and share coordination meetings minutes with all relevant stakeholders on need basis
</li><li>Provide capacity building sessions and support to the partner staff
</li><li>Actively participate in internal unit meetings
</li><li>Make referrals for persons with specific needs
</li></ul><br>
4. Qualifications and Experience
<br>
(List the required education, work experience, expertise and competencies of the individual contractor. The listed education and experience should correspond with the level at which the contract is offered.)
<br>
<br>
a. Education (Level and area of required and/or preferred education)
<br>
For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
<br>
b. Work Experience
<br>
(List number of years and area of required work experience. Clearly distinguish between required experience and experience which could be an asset.)
<br>
<br>
3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
<br>
<br>
Desirable
<br>
Completion of UNHCR&rsquo;s mandatory learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position. UNHCR field experience.
<br>
<br>
Functional Skills
<br>
<br>
<ul><li>IT-Computer Literacy
</li></ul>EX-Field experience
<br>
MS-Drafting, Documentation, Data Presentation
<br>
CL-Multi-stakeholder Communications with Partners,
<br>
PG-Programme Management (project formulation, programme cycles and reporting standards)<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Language Requirements
<br>
<br>
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
<br>
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
<br>
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
<br>
<br>
c. Key Competencies
<br>
(Technical knowledge, skills, managerial competencies or other personal competencies relevant to the performance of the assignment. Clearly distinguish between required and desired competencies)
<br>
<br>
Core Competencies
<br>
Accountability
<br>
Communication
<br>
Organizational Awareness
<br>
Teamwork &amp; Collaboration
<br>
Commitment to Continuous Learning
<br>
Client &amp; Result Orientation
<br>
<br>
Managerial Competencies
<br>
Empowering and Building Trust
<br>
<br>
Cross-Functional Competencies
<br>
Analytical Thinking
<br>
Planning and Organizing
<br>
Stakeholder Management<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>

Field 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>March 17, 2026
<p></p><p><b>Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
</b></p>E (most 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>Non 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>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>1. General Background
<br>
(Brief description of the national, sector-specific or other relevant context in which the individual contractor will operate)
<br>
<br>
The Education Associate will support the roll-out of Refugee Education 2030, the Refugee Education Strategy, in line with the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR), which calls on States and relevant Stakeholders to contribute resources and expertise to expand and enhance the quality and inclusiveness of national education systems to facilitate access by refugee and host community children and youth to primary, secondary and tertiary education.
<br>
<br>
The incumbent supports UNHCR&rsquo;s work regarding education and advocacy on all issues related to UNHCR education programmes and strategic directions. S/he works under the direct supervision of the Assistant Programme Officer or Programme Officer. The Education Associate participates in liaising with partners to assess the education context, to develop an implementation plan and to monitor the programme and assess impact. S/he also works in collaboration with in-country education partners to improve access to, and quality of, refugee education at all levels, both formal and non-formal, and may liaise with partners for joint support for education access for refugee and host community children. The Education Associate supports the implementation of education approaches for emerging needs in refugee education, including attention to special needs, minorities, girls, pre-school education, and non-formal activities. The incumbent supports inter-sectoral linkages with child protection, GBV, gender, community services, livelihoods and health, among others. S/he prepares relevant documentation and follow-ups on administrative requirements of education projects.
<br>
<br>
Considering the recent IFRPIII and context of Balochistan, the incumbent is expected to strongly liaise with partners and relevant government stakeholders to ensure access to education continues to be provided to Afghan Refugees while as long as they reside in Pakistan. The incumbent will also explore with partners different ways of providing education through non formal education where formal school access is no longer feasible.<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
2. Purpose and Scope of Assignment
<br>
(Concise and detailed description of activities, tasks and responsibilities to be undertaken, including expected travel, if applicable)
<br>
The incumbent is expected to perform the following activities;
<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Assist in providing regular reports on educational activities, achievements and challenges.
</li><li>Conduct regular visits to community schools, carry out assessments and write recommendation.
</li><li>Assist in identification of persons with special educational needs and support implementation of inclusive and special needs education.
</li><li>Support and promote quality education data collection, analysis and reporting by assisting the implementation of Education Management Information System (EMIS).
</li><li>Ensure education level of refugee children are updated in the UNHCR database for tracking of education achievement of refugee children.
</li><li>Assess needs for services of persons of concern, as related to education responses.
</li><li>Systematically promote and comply with the Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) policy and other priorities such as the HIV/AIDS policy.
</li><li>Liaise on behalf of UNHCR with external partners like Education Ministry on education matters.
</li><li>As requested participate in local humanitarian and development sector working groups to support and ensure all refugee education support programming at country level is extended, amplified and reported against sector development goals and humanitarian partners and funding serve system strengthening.
</li><li>Foster inter-sectoral linkages and coordination with child protection, GBV, gender, community services, livelihoods/economic inclusion and health, among others, and provide specialist advice for other sectors, to ensure that they fully integrate education related concerns in their planning.
</li><li>Assist in the planning and coordination of UNHCR&rsquo;s role concerning education.
</li><li>Identify training needs and train UNHCR staff, sister UN agency staff, NGOs, and Ministry of Education officials on refugee education priorities and identified topics.
</li><li>Develop and disseminate relevant tools to support UNHCR staff and partners in the sub office Quetta.
</li><li>Join joint assessment missions in emergencies to minimise the time refugee children and youth spend out of education (ideally a maximum of three months after arrival).
</li><li>Assist in preparing and drafting of education input in key internal and external documents and reports.
</li><li>Monitor and support all existing formal and informal education programs, including implementing partner and community-based schools, and informal classes.
</li><li>Regularly update and share information related to education, utilizing data collection to identify gaps, assess trends, and design interventions.
</li><li>Review education proposals and monitor existing agreements with partners; in addition, work closely with the community to enhance quality and ownership across community-run education programs.
</li><li>Liaise and support partners in organizing teacher training.
</li><li>Provide inputs for funding submissions, appeals and reports.
</li><li>Represent UNHCR Sub Office Quetta in education related projects and matters.
</li><li>Perform other related duties as required.
</li></ul><br>
3. Monitoring and Progress Controls (optional)
<br>
(Clear description of measurable outputs, milestones, key performance indicators and/or reporting requirements which will enable performance monitoring)
<br>
<br>
4. Qualifications and Experience
<br>
(List the required education, work experience, expertise and competencies of the individual contractor. The listed education and experience should correspond with the level at which the contract is offered.)
<br>
<br>
a. Education (Level and area of required and/or preferred education)
<br>
<br>
Certificates and/or Licenses
<br>
<br>
Bachelor Degree in Education; Social Sciences; Business Administration or any related field.
<br>
<br>
b. Work Experience
<br>
(List number of years and area of required work experience. Clearly distinguish between required experience and experience which could be an asset.)
<br>
<br>
3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
Essential
<br>
Demonstrated work experience in education programmes. Field experience in education programme implementation and coordination in humanitarian and/or development contexts. Experience working with Governments, Ministry of Education and other line Ministries. Strong inter-personal skills in collaboration and coordination. Demonstrated capacity to work with minimum supervision.
<br>
<br>
Desirable
<br>
Demonstrated work experience in refugee education programmes. Knowledge and experience of UNHCR policies and standards. Experience with educational research, teaching or education administration. Experience in Education projects with UN and or other NGOs is an asset.
<br>
<br>
Functional Skills
<br>
<br>
<ul><li>PR-Refugee Protection Principles and Framework
</li></ul>PR-Refugee Education programmes
<br>
<ul><li>IT-Computer Literacy
</li></ul>MS-Drafting, Documentation, Data Presentation
<br>
CO-Cross-cultural communication
<br>
TR-Training/Coaching/Facilitation
<br>
PR-INEE (International Network for Education in Emergencies) standards and implementation
<br>
<br>
Language Requirements
<br>
<br>
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
<br>
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
<br>
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
<br>
<br>
c. Key Competencies
<br>
(Technical knowledge, skills, managerial competencies or other personal competencies relevant to the performance of the assignment. Clearly distinguish between required and desired competencies)
<br>
<br>
Core Competencies
<br>
Accountability
<br>
Communication
<br>
Organizational Awareness
<br>
Teamwork &amp; Collaboration
<br>
Commitment to Continuous Learning
<br>
Client &amp; Result Orientation
<br>
<br>
Managerial Competencies
<br>
Empowering and Building Trust
<br>
<br>
Cross-Functional Competencies
<br>
Analytical Thinking
<br>
Planning and Organizing
<br>
Change Capability and Adaptability<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>

Education Associate

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