Protection Associate Jobs
Overview
The Protection Associate reports to the Protection Officer. He/she 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.The Protection Associate is expected to coordinate quality, timely and effective protection responses to the needs of populations of concern and identify opportunities to mainstream protection methodologies and integrate protection safeguards in operational responses in all sectors. He/she contributes to designing a comprehensive protection strategy and liaises externally with authorities and partners on protection doctrine and policy as guided by the supervisor.
The Protection Associate also ensures that persons of concern are involved with the Office 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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Accountability
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The protection of populations of concern is met through the
application of International and National Law, relevant UN/UNHCR
protection standards and IASC principles.
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Protection activities are guided by the UNHCR country protection strategy.
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The participation of persons of concern is facilitated through
continuous assessment and evaluation using participatory, rights and
community based approaches.
Responsibility
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Stay abreast of political, social, economic and cultural developments that have an impact on the protection environment.
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Consistently apply International and National Law and applicable UN/UNHCR and IASC policy, standards and codes of conduct.
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Assist in providing comments on existing and draft legislation related to persons of concern.
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Provide advice on protection issues to persons of concern; liaise
with competent authorities to ensure the issuance of personal and other
relevant documentation.
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Assist in conducting eligibility and status determination for persons of concern.
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Contribute to measures to identify, prevent and reduce statelessness.
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Contribute to a country-level child protection plan as part of the protection strategy.
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Contribute to a country-level education plan as part of the protection strategy.
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Monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all protection/solutions activities.
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Manage individual protection cases including those on SGBV and child
protection. Monitor, and intervene in cases of refoulement, expulsion
and other protection incidents.
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Assist in identifying durable solutions for the largest possible
number of persons of concern through voluntary repatriation, local
integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
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Contribute to the design, implementation and evaluation of protection
related AGD based programming with implementing and operational
partners.
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Contribute to effective information management through the provision
of disaggregated data on populations of concern and their problems.
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Participate in initiatives to capacitate authorities, relevant
institutions and NGOs to strengthen national protection related
legislation and procedures.
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Prioritize persons of concern for interview, counselling and propose protection support for individual cases.
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Enforce compliance of local implementing partners with global
protection policies and standards of professional integrity in the
delivery of protection services.
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Enforce compliance with, and integrity of, all protection standard operating procedures.
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Submit individual payments request for persons of concern for approval.
Essential Minimum Qualifications & Professional Experience
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Education: Completion of secondary school. Additional
certificate/training in International Law, Political Science or related
field is required.
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Job experience: Relevant to the function: 6 years.
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Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language.
Desirable Minimum requirements
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Good computer skills.
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Completed Protection Learning Programme.
HOW TO APPLY:
The Expression of Interest for the position should be sent only by Email to:Admin/Finance Officer
UNHCR Field Office Kibondo
Email: tankbva@unhcr.org
Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Shortlisted Candidates will be required to sit for a written test
Qualified female and candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Job Title SGBV Officer
Job ID 18451
Location Kibondo, Tanzania- U.R. Of
Salary Grade P3
Hardship Level E
Family Location Type Family
Procedures and Eligibility
Before
submitting an application, UNHCR staff members intending to apply to
this Job Opening are requested to consult the Recruitment and
Assignments Policy (RAP, UNHCR/HCP/2017/2 and the Recruitment and
Assignments Administrative Instruction (RAAI), UNHCR/AI/2017/7 OF 15
August 2017.
Duties and Qualifications
SGBV Officer
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The
SGBV Officer is a member of the Protection Team in a Regional Bureau or
a Country Office and normally reports to the Senior SGBV Officer or the
Senior Community-Based Protection Officer or the Senior Protection
Officer or the Head of Sub-Office or the Assistant Representative for
protection. In smaller offices, the post may report directly to the
Representative.
The SGBV Officer supports the implementation the
operations¿ efforts to fulfil UNHCR¿s mandate and associated obligations
on SGBV prevention, risk mitigation and response based on policy and
guidance.
S/he collaborates closely with the UNHCR management and
the Protection team in the country and strengthens working relations
with other agencies involved in SGBV prevention, risk mitigation and
response.
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The incumbent will maintain a close working relationship
with the Bureau and the Division of International Protection for
system-wide coherence.
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
Implementation of UNHCR¿s Global Policies and Standards
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Support and facilitate the effective and timely development,
implementation and monitoring of a clear and coherent multi-year and
multi-sectoral SGBV strategy as part of the operation¿s broader
Protection and Solutions Strategy, coordinate timely reporting on
progress including the documentation of promising practices.
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Participate in the promotion of compliance with UNHCR¿s SGBV policy,
priorities and commitments (aligned with polices on age, gender,
diversity (AGD) and accountability to affected populations (AAP), Child
protection, gender equality, disability and youth empowerment.
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functions at regional level, support the harmonization of SGBV
strategies in the region and alignment with global policies and
commitments, support exchange of expertise and practices in the region
and provide a regional level analysis of trends as well as aggregated
reporting on SGBV.
- Assist UNHCR management at country level to
comply with Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse measures by
providing technical advice, capacity building and supporting prevention
and response programming for persons of concern.
Planning / Programming
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Support the development and implementation of programming for
specialized SGBV prevention and response based on needs, risks and
capacity assessments at the onset of an emergency and throughout all
phases of displacement.
- Participate in conducting, consolidating
and reporting on SGBV assessments including gender equality components
at least once per year, linked to annual planning processes and
participatory assessments and sharing strategic trends analyses.
- Contribute to planning processes and advocate for adequate resource (re)allocation and mobilization.
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Support cross-cutting programs and technical sectors to mainstream
gender and to program for mitigation of SGBV risks in their specific
technical areas, and report on progress.
Capacity Development, Technical Support and Coordination
- Provide technical guidance and support field colleagues to operationalise and comply with UNHCR¿s corporate SGBV policy, priorities and commitments (aligned with policies on AGD and AAP, Child protection, disability, youth empowerment and gender equality).
- Support operational capacity development efforts and provide technical support on gender and SGBV mainstreaming
- Under the guidance of the Senior Protection Officer, support and facilitate the establishment of and ensure the functioning of SGBV coordination mechanisms with all relevant stakeholders.
- Facilitate and strengthen the development and implementation of SGBV Standard Operating Procedures for all sites that enable all survivors to access, at a minimum, appropriate health, psychosocial, security and safety, and legal support.
- Support and build capacity and systems for individual SGBV case management for survivors and persons at-risk of SGBV.
- Ensure safe and ethical SGBV data collection and reporting is functioning and regular reporting is done on SGBV, including through PRIMES and protection monitoring processes. Promote the use of the SGBV module of PRIMES or another SGBV information management system that provides for safe and ethical data collection and analysis. Where applicable, support reporting under the Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Arrangements on conflict-related sexual violence (MARA).
Partnerships
- Strengthen UNHCR¿s collaboration with host governments to develop national services in order to expand safe access for Persons of concern to services that prevent, mitigate, and respond to SGBV.
- Support the capacity development of staff, partners and other stakeholders to address SGBV and to promote gender equality and the empowerment of displaced women and girls.
- Strengthen partnerships including with UN agencies, governments, civil society and with displaced and host communities, to prevent, mitigate, and respond to SGBV, to promote gender equality and to ensure age and gender-informed protection and solution programs.
- Support that community-based approaches are applied in SGBV programming and communities considered as key stakeholders.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For P3/NOC - 6 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 5 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 4 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree
Field(s) of Education
Human rights; Social Anthropology; Social work;
Law; International Development; Social Sciences; or other relevant field.
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Certificates and/or Licenses
n/a
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential:
3 years of previous work experience relevant to the function of SGBV in an international context, of which two years in the field and having experience in the field of SGBV prevention, mitigation and response, broader protection or social work involving empowerment of women and girls, gender, child protection, mental health, counselling and working with survivors, humanitarian and development issues. Applied experience in survivor-centred approach, SGBV guiding and Case management principles related to SGBV programs. Demonstrated knowledge in gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls and apply, promote and integrate gender analysis into humanitarian programming. Demonstrated knowledge of and implementation of multi-sectorial responses to SGBV and support to other sectors to mainstream SGBV prevention, risk mitigation and response. Demonstrated knowledge and application of SGBV prevention theory and appropriate SGBV prevention and behaviour change strategies at different stages of the humanitarian response. Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse responsibilities within the humanitarian response. Knowledge and demonstrated use of UNHCR and Interagency SGBV tools and Guidance.
Desirable:
Demonstrated understanding of critical issues around SGBV data and knowledge of safe and ethical data collection and analysis, and conducting assessments. Demonstrated knowledge of engagement with SGBV Interagency humanitarian architecture. Knowledge and experience of participatory approaches to engaging with and mobilizing communities Good understanding of displacement and protection issues including, child protection, education and the application of the Age, Gender and Diversity Policy. Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of position such as: Protection Learning Programme, Operations Management Learning Programme, Middle Management Learning Programme, SGBV and Gender Equality. Experience in a humanitarian context.
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Coordination & Projects Management
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Coordination
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Prevention, risk mitigation and response programming
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Capacity development and training
PR-Refugee Women issues
PR-Interviewing and counselling refugees/asylum seekers and in individual case management
PR-Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD)
TR-Training/Coaching/Facilitation
(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
C001L3 - Accountability Level 3
C002L3 - Teamwork & Collaboration Level 3
C003L3 - Communication Level 3
C004L3 - Commitment to Continuous Learning Level 3
C005L3 - Client & Result Orientation Level 3
C006L3 - Organizational Awareness Level 3
M002L3 - Managing Performance Level 3
M005L3 - Leadership Level 3
M004L3 - Strategic Planning and Vision Level 3
M003L3 - Judgement and Decision Making Level 3
X007L3 - Political Awareness Level 3
X004L3 - Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Level 3
X001L3 - Analytical Thinking Level 3
X008L3 - Stakeholder Management Level 3
Additional Information
The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.
Closing Date
Please note that the closing date for vacancies in the September 2019 Compendium is Wednesday 9 October 2019 (midnight Geneva time)
- Provide technical guidance and support field colleagues to operationalise and comply with UNHCR¿s corporate SGBV policy, priorities and commitments (aligned with policies on AGD and AAP, Child protection, disability, youth empowerment and gender equality).
- Support operational capacity development efforts and provide technical support on gender and SGBV mainstreaming
- Under the guidance of the Senior Protection Officer, support and facilitate the establishment of and ensure the functioning of SGBV coordination mechanisms with all relevant stakeholders.
- Facilitate and strengthen the development and implementation of SGBV Standard Operating Procedures for all sites that enable all survivors to access, at a minimum, appropriate health, psychosocial, security and safety, and legal support.
- Support and build capacity and systems for individual SGBV case management for survivors and persons at-risk of SGBV.
- Ensure safe and ethical SGBV data collection and reporting is functioning and regular reporting is done on SGBV, including through PRIMES and protection monitoring processes. Promote the use of the SGBV module of PRIMES or another SGBV information management system that provides for safe and ethical data collection and analysis. Where applicable, support reporting under the Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Arrangements on conflict-related sexual violence (MARA).
Partnerships
- Strengthen UNHCR¿s collaboration with host governments to develop national services in order to expand safe access for Persons of concern to services that prevent, mitigate, and respond to SGBV.
- Support the capacity development of staff, partners and other stakeholders to address SGBV and to promote gender equality and the empowerment of displaced women and girls.
- Strengthen partnerships including with UN agencies, governments, civil society and with displaced and host communities, to prevent, mitigate, and respond to SGBV, to promote gender equality and to ensure age and gender-informed protection and solution programs.
- Support that community-based approaches are applied in SGBV programming and communities considered as key stakeholders.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For P3/NOC - 6 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 5 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 4 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree
Field(s) of Education
Human rights; Social Anthropology; Social work;
Law; International Development; Social Sciences; or other relevant field.
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Certificates and/or Licenses
n/a
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential:
3 years of previous work experience relevant to the function of SGBV in an international context, of which two years in the field and having experience in the field of SGBV prevention, mitigation and response, broader protection or social work involving empowerment of women and girls, gender, child protection, mental health, counselling and working with survivors, humanitarian and development issues. Applied experience in survivor-centred approach, SGBV guiding and Case management principles related to SGBV programs. Demonstrated knowledge in gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls and apply, promote and integrate gender analysis into humanitarian programming. Demonstrated knowledge of and implementation of multi-sectorial responses to SGBV and support to other sectors to mainstream SGBV prevention, risk mitigation and response. Demonstrated knowledge and application of SGBV prevention theory and appropriate SGBV prevention and behaviour change strategies at different stages of the humanitarian response. Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse responsibilities within the humanitarian response. Knowledge and demonstrated use of UNHCR and Interagency SGBV tools and Guidance.
Desirable:
Demonstrated understanding of critical issues around SGBV data and knowledge of safe and ethical data collection and analysis, and conducting assessments. Demonstrated knowledge of engagement with SGBV Interagency humanitarian architecture. Knowledge and experience of participatory approaches to engaging with and mobilizing communities Good understanding of displacement and protection issues including, child protection, education and the application of the Age, Gender and Diversity Policy. Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of position such as: Protection Learning Programme, Operations Management Learning Programme, Middle Management Learning Programme, SGBV and Gender Equality. Experience in a humanitarian context.
Functional SkillsRead Also:
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Coordination & Projects Management
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Coordination
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Prevention, risk mitigation and response programming
PR-Sexual and Gender Based Violence (SGBV) Capacity development and training
PR-Refugee Women issues
PR-Interviewing and counselling refugees/asylum seekers and in individual case management
PR-Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD)
TR-Training/Coaching/Facilitation
(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
C001L3 - Accountability Level 3
C002L3 - Teamwork & Collaboration Level 3
C003L3 - Communication Level 3
C004L3 - Commitment to Continuous Learning Level 3
C005L3 - Client & Result Orientation Level 3
C006L3 - Organizational Awareness Level 3
M002L3 - Managing Performance Level 3
M005L3 - Leadership Level 3
M004L3 - Strategic Planning and Vision Level 3
M003L3 - Judgement and Decision Making Level 3
X007L3 - Political Awareness Level 3
X004L3 - Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Level 3
X001L3 - Analytical Thinking Level 3
X008L3 - Stakeholder Management Level 3
Additional Information
The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.
Closing Date
Please note that the closing date for vacancies in the September 2019 Compendium is Wednesday 9 October 2019 (midnight Geneva time)
