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Associate Liaison Officer
UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees)
Legal Services
Law
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1 years - 2 years
Position
2020-02-11
to
2020-02-24
Full Time
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Job Description
Job Description
Operational Context
Under the supervision of the Senior Legal Officer, the responsibilities of the Associate Liaison Officer is to participate in activities aimed at providing support to UNHCR Liaison Office to the African Union and Economic Commission for Africa ( UNHCR) in support of its strategic partnership with the African Union (AU) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa ( UNECA).
Functional statement
- Participate in relevant activities implemented by UNHCR in coordination with the AU, UNECA , other UN agencies, embassies and NGOs in order to promote /implement UNHCR’s objectives and activities.
- Support UNHCR advocacy strategies which are aimed at promoting the Global Compact on Refugees and inclusion of refugees in SDGs at relevant meetings and processes of the AU and UNECA.
- Support and facilitate the participation of refugees, internally displaced persons and other persons of concern in key AU processes.
- Assists in drafting statements, reports and relevant materials as required.
- Assist UNHCR ’s participation in AU meetings, Regional Coordination Mechanism, UNLT, UNECA consultations and other meetings when appropriate.
- Perform other duties as required.
Duration of Contract: FTA (1 Year)
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Field(s) of Education
- Undergraduate degree (equivalent of a BA/BS) in Political Science, Economics, Law, Business Administration or related field. Graduate degree (equivalent of a Master’s) plus 2 years or Doctorate degree (equivalent of a PhD) plus 1 year of previous relevant work experience
Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
- Previous Job Experience: 3 years
- Job Experience relevant to the function: 3 years
- In an International capacity: 1 year
Desirable qualifications and competencies
Essential/Desirable :
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Knowledge of English and local language
- Additional UN languages is desirable
Competency Requirements
Managerial Competencies:
- Managing Performance
- Coaching and Developing Staff
- Political and Organization Awareness
How to Apply
This vacancy is open for qualified Ethiopians only.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
UNHCR is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
IMPORTANT
Applicants who wish to be considered for this position should send a motivation letter, the most recent factsheet and the new updated P11 Form through the online application system following the below link.
https://www.unhcr-eth.org/jobs/vacancy/424
Candidates will be required to sit for a written test and interview.
Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for interview.
Former UNHCR General Service staff members, having held an Indefinite or FTA appointment for an uninterrupted period of at least one year may apply for internally advertised vacancies at their previous grade or equivalent or one grade above, if the seniority requirements are met, for a period of two years following separation.
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