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 Date2024-06-01
Target End Date2024-12-31
Job Posting End DateMay 14, 2024
Standard Job Description
Integration 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.
- 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).
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
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 ProfileThe Integration Associate will work under the leadership of the UNHCR Representative and the supervision of the Senior Protection Officer of the Bulgaria operation. The Integration Associate will support the operation by handling integration and socio-economic inclusion of refugees and stateless population. This involves participatory assessment with the beneficiaries and taking into account their challenges and solutions they identify as well as collaborating with the national and local authorities taking into account their challenges within the political context and in the face of legal and administrative constraints. The ideal candidate should have a previous experience/ knowledge working with refugees and mixed populations and familiarity with the operational context.
In addition to the functional skills listed in the job description, this position requires a candidate with good liaison skills, and strong interpersonal, negotiation, communication, and diplomacy skills. Incumbent will be required to liaise with relevant government and officials, local authorities, Non-Governmental Organizations, refugee communities and other relevant actors. The applicant would also require strong analytical skills to identify and address protection and integration challenges faced by refugees. The candidate should have good time management and prioritization skills, and should be committed to continuous learning, including through feedback.
Fluency in both Bulgarian and English languages is required. Preferably, the candidate must be the national of Bulgaria.
Additional Information:
Remuneration: In case of appointment, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
Benefits:
Annual leave: UNHCR staff members holding a temporary appointment will accrue annual leave at the rate of 1.5 working days for each full calendar month of service (i.e. 18 working days per year).
Pension system: Staff members holding a temporary appointment will become participants in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF).
Health insurance plan: Locally recruited staff members in Bulgaria will be enrolled in the Medical Insurance Plan (MIP). Coverage is also optionally available for eligible family members.
No late applications will be accepted. UNHCR is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
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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