Duties and Qualifications Resettlement AssistantOrganizational Setting and Work RelationshipsA Resettlement Assistant position is typically located at Multi-Country Office, Branch Office or Field Office. Under supervision, the incumbent¿s primary role is to assist the supervisor in effective resettlement delivery of a given UNHCR Office in accordance with the UNHCR Resettlement Handbook, UNHCR Manual and relevant policy papers and publications. The incumbent provides important clerical and administrative support to resettlement operations and may occasionally take part in assessing cases for resettlement and conducting interviews. S/he maintains frequent contacts with the supervisor, relevant colleagues within the same Office to exchange information and discuss issues on resettlement cases. Some limited contacts and communication at a working level are required with Embassy / Immigration Officials of resettlement countries, IOM as well as with other operating partners regarding resettlement issues.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.Duties-Prepare written documentation for resettlement submission; ensure that records / files of individual cases are updated in a systematic and timely manner.-Assess and review individual resettlement cases and prepare individual / group submission for scrutiny by the supervisor. -Follow-up on cases from time of submission to final decision and departure. -Comply with UNHCR¿s standard operating procedures on resettlement, ensuring timely action on cases. -Assist in logistical arrangements of selection missions by resettlement countries.-Coordinate travel and departure arrangements for refugees accepted for resettlement.-Assist in maintaining and updating proGres or Consolidated Online Resettlement Tracking System (CORTS) database. -Occasionally, assist in carrying out preliminary interviews and initial assessments, to process refugees for resettlement following established procedures.-Occasionally, provide counselling to persons of concern (PoC). -Provide administrative support for resettlement-related training activities, including organization of resettlement workshops and meetings as required. -Assist in maintaining accurate resettlement statistics as well as up-to-date records on individual cases; assist in the preparation of reports.-Draft / type routine correspondence to Field Offices / Multi-Country Offices / Headquarters.-Systematically apply an Age, Gender and Diversity perspective in all aspects of the resettlement process; comply with UNHCR policy and guidelines on HIV/AIDS.-Assist in mitigating resettlement fraud by reporting suspected fraud.-Provide counselling to PoC.-Perform other related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsEducation & Professional Work ExperienceYears of Experience / Degree LevelG4 - 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higherField(s) of Education Not applicableCertificates and/or Licenses International Relations, International Law(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential) Relevant Job ExperienceEssentialNot specifiedDesirableGood knowledge of resettlement issues and UNHCR resettlement policies and operational applications.Completion of UNHCR specific learning/training activities.Functional Skills CM-Cross-cultural communicationPR-Resettlement/Repatriation/Voluntary RepatriationMS-Knowledge of geo-political realities and their socio-cultural implicationsPR-Resettlement Anti-Fraud Policy and Procedures(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.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. Position Competencies Competencies as defined in Job ProfileCore CompetenciesAccountabilityCommunicationOrganizational AwarenessTeamwork & CollaborationCommitment to Continuous Learning Client & Result OrientationCross-Functional CompetenciesAnalytical ThinkingPlanning and OrganizingStakeholder Management Language Requirements Please also note that English is essential for this Job Opening. Additional Information Please note that interview is mandatory for GS position, whereas written test may be conducted if considered necessary.========================================================================================================See below for this postion's Operational Context======================================================================================================== Operational Context The Sub-Office Dadaab oversees three refugee camps known as Ifo, Dagahaley and Hagadera. Dadaab refugee complex is located in the North-Eastern region of Kenya, about 416 Km from Nairobi. The camp was established in 1992 and is one of the oldest and still operational camps in Africa. The total population of the camp stands at about 226,000 registered refugees and asylum seekers, 96% of whom are of the Somali nationality. Following the recent Government of Kenya announcement on the intention to close refugee camps in Kenya, UNHCR has continues to engage authorities and support the development of a roadmap for suitable and sustainable solutions for refugees. Resettlement and complementary pathways are key durable solutions for refugees in Kenya, many of whom have been living in a protracted situation in refugee camps. Refugees in Dadaab are primarily identified for resettlement due to protection needs and in line with the resettlement criteria in the Resettlement Handbook. The United States receives the largest percentage of resettlement submissions. Canada, Germany, Australia, Sweden, among others, also receive cases from the Kenya operation. Despite the ongoing Covid-19 situation, the Office will continue to prioritize resettlement submissions out of Dadaab.The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Resettlement and Complementary Pathways Officer at the UNHCR Sub-Office Dadaab. They will conduct preliminary interviews and initial assessments and perform any other tasks as required. Duration of Appointment The duration of appointment is until 31 December 2021 with possibility of extension
