Org. Setting and Reporting
The Humanitarian Principles officer reports to Protection and Neutrality Team Leader.
He/she is assigned to strengthening Humanitarian Principles (HP) initiative. He/she is
responsible for ensuring that all activities related to humanitarian principles are mainstreamed
into core programmes in an effective, efficient, ethical and politically sensitive manner, and
that institutional capacity development takes place to embed protection into service delivery
at all levels of operations.
Responsibilities
Provides support to the integration and mainstreaming of UNRWA policy and standards on
humanitarian principles in programmes, including but not limited to Education, Health, and
Relief and Social Services and to other related initiatives in UNRWA Programmes;
Organises quarterly humanitarian principles inspections in the areas under their responsibility;
undertakes inspections of approximately 50% of installations in their area and leads
management of humanitarian principles murals painted on such installations;
Identifies and coaches humanitarian principles Focal Points to develop adequate knowledge,
leadership and capacity to mainstream protection within their programmes and services;
Provides technical support and policy advice in respect of agreed themes and activities;
Supports fundraising, formulation and implementation of field protection programme
initiatives, responding to humanitarian principles needs;
Establishes community relations in at-risk communities in area of operations, including by
engaging with UNRWA staff, local authorities and representative bodies, community-based
organisations, and non-governmental organizations;
Supports the development and delivery of humanitarian principles related training and
knowledge building, including the development of a training strategy based on clearly defined
standards and competencies;
Develops and maintains effective external relations, including with UNRWA partners, other
agencies, donors, and beneficiary stakeholders related to protection mainstreaming,
humanitarian coordination, alleged violations of international human rights and humanitarian
law;
Competencies
Professionalism:
Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and
mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing
deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.
Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful
situations.Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal
participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Creativity:
Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve
problems or meet client needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes
calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box." Takes an interest in new
ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional
approaches.
Planning and organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities
and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and
resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.
Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
Building trust:
Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion.
Manages in a deliberate and predictable way. Operates with transparency; has no hidden
agenda. Places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients. Gives proper credit to
others. Follows through on agreed upon actions. Treats sensitive or confidential information
appropriately.
Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages
from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in
having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the
audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Education
A university degree from an accredited educational institution in public or business
administration, social sciences, international humanitarian assistance, law, international
relations or a related discipline, with a focus on international rights, international
humanitarian law and/or refugee law.
Job Specific Qualifications
Work Experience
At least six years of progressively responsible relevant experience in international
organizations, in the humanitarian sector.
At least two years of work experience where primary responsibilities include work related to
the application of humanitarian principles.
A minimum of two continuous years of relevant international experience outside UNRWA,
and outside the country(s) of which the candidate is a national or holds citizenship, a passport
or a national identity number.
Previous work experience in refugee settings, preferably with international organizations,
such as UNHCR, UNRWA or ICRC, or other relevant international non-governmental
organizations
Knowledge of activities of UNRWA operations and services (desirable).
In-depth knowledge of Middle Eastern geo-political realities and their socio-cultural
implications (desirable).
Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English
Working knowledge of Arabic (desirable)
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be
followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Type of Contract and Duration: Temporary Appointment for 6 months with the possibility of
further extension subject to availability of funds, need and performance.
Within the framework of the Inter-Agency Mobility Agreement, UNRWA will seek to engage
staff members from other UN entities under this framework, should they be found suitable for
this Temporary Appointment.
A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become
eligible for a temporary appointment to the same post or a similar post.
Competencies:
UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity and Core
Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by
default. Default managerial competencies may apply.
This vacancy is archived.