GradeGS6
Staff Member / Affiliate TypeGeneral Service
ReasonTemporary > Temporary Assignment/ Appointment
Hardship LevelH (no hardship)
Family TypeFamily<p></p><p></p>
Residential location (if applicable)
Target Start Date2023-06-01
Target End Date2024-02-29
Job Posting End DateApril 30, 2023
Standard Job DescriptionIntegration Associate Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Integration Associate will be supervised by a Senior Officer or Head of the Office or the Representative who provides guidance and general outline of assignments to be performed independently. S/he will work closely with the Integration Officer and other protection staff in HQ, Multi-Country or Country Office depending on the office setup. In close cooperation with the supervisor, the main functions of the incumbent are to provide advice to the authorities, civil society and other stakeholders and facilitate the development of required policy and program interventions that support the integration of refugees in the country in line with relevant policies and guidance. The Integration Associate will facilitate the establishment of mechanisms monitoring the implementation of integration-related activities and the coordination and cooperation among key stakeholders at local, regional and national levels in addressing gaps in policy and service provision. 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 - Work with the authorities and NGOs to identify strategies, develop services and implement specific actions that assist refugees, including resettled refugees to integrate. - Map key gaps/issues and problem areas in the area of integration that require urgent attention and will support required interventions through facilitating the development of specific services or referral and support mechanisms helping refugees to make use of mainstream social policies. - Liaise with and provide guidance and advice to government authorities, NGOs, refugee community groups, local municipalities and volunteer groups in connection with the establishment and improvement of integration services. - Facilitate capacity building; training activities and provision of other support through for example bilateral arrangements involving other countries in close consultation with the supervisor - Facilitate the establishment and operation of integration related networks at local, regional or national levels and the cooperation of focal points for integration among key providers either at local, regional or national levels. - Take all necessary steps to ensure consistency of approach in the integration of resettled refugees and persons recognised as refugees in the country of assignment. - Follow up all administrative tasks and logistical arrangements correctly and according to protection standards. - Report on activities and follow up on legal, social and protection aspects of the integration of refugees. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education & Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher Field(s) of Education Not applicable Certificates and/or Licenses Law, International Relations, Social Policy, Community Dvpt/Social Work, Human rights UNHCR Protection Learning Programme (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential) Relevant Job Experience Essential Minimum 6 years of relevant working experience in particular relating to the establishment of integration and other social services for refugees. Desirable Experience in refugee integration in the country of assignment and /or other countries Functional Skills *IT-Computer Literacy *PR-Refugee Reintegration (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. 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. 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. 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.
Desired Candidate ProfileOPERATIONAL CONTEXT
Italy remains one of the major points of arrival for persons of concern seeking protection to Europe, with most of them arriving by sea via the Mediterranean. In 2022, 105,129 migrants and refugees originating from 57 countries arrived in Italy by sea with Italy receiving 66% of all sea arrivals to Southern Europe and representing an increase of 56% compared to 2021. Sicily alone received 70% of all arrivals to Italy and only Governmental reception facilities in the Region hosts the 10% of migrants in reception in the country, representing the third region after Lombardy and Emilia Romagna. Based upon current arrival trends, it is foreseeable that in 2023 Italy will continue to receive a large number of people by sea, land and air. While there have been fluctuations in levels of arrivals, the drivers of the movements from the Sahel, Tigray and other countries, such as Afghanistan and Iran, moving along the Central Mediterranean and Balkan routes will remain or worsen because of the negative impacts of conflicts, the global pandemic and climate change.
In Italy, UNHCR works with the Italian government, other organisations and refugees themselves to uphold the basic human rights of stateless persons and people forced to flee, and to improve laws and national systems so refugees and stateless persons stay safe, get documents, can go to school, work and exercise other rights. Through its staff and partners, UNHCR is engaged in activities aimed at ensuring full and equal enjoyment of rights by all persons of concern, addressing protection risks in an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) sensitive manner, with a particular focus on persons with specific needs, such as unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). UNHCR's protection delivery is based on a community-based protection approach, which aims at putting people of concern at the centre of all decisions affecting their lives. Based on this approach, UNHCR promotes active refugee participation in all aspects of the UNHCR programme cycle, builds protection strategies and solutions in partnership with them and supports the community's own goals, also through better communication with communities.
UNHCR staff perform a variety of tasks country-wide, including: attending key phases of disembarkation procedures, providing new arrivals with information on international protection and other relevant procedures, through leaflets and group information sessions, and supporting the authorities in identifying persons with specific needs; monitoring land border procedures and their potential impact on access to international protection, focusing in particular on people with specific needs; conducting visits to reception facilities across the country, liaising with relevant authorities to ensure that safe, dignified accommodation conditions are provided; working with authorities and partners to identify persons with additional protection needs, such as UASC, survivors of GBV and other persons at risk, so that they can be promptly referred for follow-up and appropriate services; and providing support to the National Commission for the Right to Asylum, including on the reform of the RSD procedure. UNHCR also seeks to help refugees thrive in Italy and fully contribute to the economic, cultural and social life of the country, through support to the implementation of the Government's national integration plan, provision of information and counselling on rights, entitlements and obligations, engagement with the private sector to promote refugees' employment, and by working with Italian universities to promote access to higher education to refugees through scholarships and tutoring programmes.
In this context the Integration Associate (on a six months' Temporary Appointment on Maternity replacement) is expected to perform the duties defined in the job description and will be involved in areas related to economic and financial inclusion, documentation, skills recognition and education, equal access to national services and social protection schemes, social cohesion, and participation in host communities.
The incumbent is expected to reinforce UNHCR's longstanding cooperation with key stakeholders involved in the integration and inclusion of our people of concern, including the national authorities, municipalities, universities, private sector, civil society organizations, refugee-led organizations, and refugee themselves, by fostering consensus, greater complementarity and collaborative networks and relations.
The incumbent will receive direct supervision from the Head of Field Office and indirect guidance from senior staff in the operation also from other sections and units.
UNHCR looks for suitable candidates, with a sound knowledge of the Italian operational context as well as expertise on the areas described in the job description. International background and previous UNHCR experience is an asset.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Italy.
English is the official working language of UNHCR in Italy. Only applications fully completed in English will be considered.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Assessment of short-listed candidates might comprise of both an interview and a written test.
UNHCR is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, color or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. UNHCR has a ZERO TOLERANCE policy on sexual exploitation and abuse, and sexual harassment. Successful candidates will be subject to mandatory UN Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment clearance check prior to receiving an offer.
UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
According to the UNHCR/AI/2022/01, recruitment as a UNHCR staff member and engagement under a UNHCR affiliate scheme is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19. For this reason, you will be requested to provide a proof of full vaccination scheme during the recruitment process.
In case of any queries, please contact the Italy HR Team at itarovacancies@unhcr.org.
Functional ClearanceThis position doesn't require a functional clearance
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Additional Qualifications
SkillsIT-Computer Literacy, PR-Refugee Reintegration
Education
CertificationsCommunity Development/Social Work - Other, HCR Protection Learning Program - UNHCR, Human Rights - Other, International Relations - Other, Law - Other, Social Policy - Other
Work Experience
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