| 기관 | UNHCR(르완다) (UNV) |
|---|---|
| 프로그램 | UNHCR(르완다) (UNV) Associate Refugee Status Determination (RSD) Officer(난민업무) 채용(~1.11) |
| 마감날짜 | 2023-01-11 |
| 채용/마감 알림 | 마감 |
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assignment(s)
Open recruitment (advertised)
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General
Description of assignment title
Associate Refugee Status Determination (RSD) Officer
Assignment country
Rwanda
Expected start date
01/02/2023
Sustainable Development Goal
10. Reduced inequalities
Volunteer category
International UN Volunteer Specialist
DoA reserved for persons with disabilities
No
Host entity
UNHCR
Type
Onsite
Duration
12 months
Number of assignments
1
Duty stations
Nyamata
Details
Mission and objectives
The Office of the UNHCR was established on 14 December 1950 by the UN General Assembly. The agency is mandated to lead and co-ordinate international action to protect refugees and resolve refugee problems world-wide. Its primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of refugees. It strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another State, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally or to resettle in a third country (www.unhcr.org). The UNHCR Representation Office in Rwanda principally manages a refugee population (mainly refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo who have been on the Rwan-dan territory since 1996 and Burundian refugees who have been arriving in the country further to the volatile situation in Burundi since April 2015) as well as a significant re-turnee population of Rwandan refugees returning after many years in exile. It is com-posed of the Branch Office in Kigali and Field Offices in Huye, Gicumbi, Rusizi, Rubavu, Karongi, Kirehe and Kabarore. It hosts approximately 155,749 refugees in three proracted refugee camps, namely Nyabiheke (managed by Kabarore Office) Gihembe (managed by Gicumbi Office) as well as Kiziba (managed by Karongi Office), three new refugee camps, namely Kigeme and Mugombwa (managed by Huye Office) as well as Mahama (managed by Kirehe Office), and urban settings (Kigali and Huye). Since April 2015, UNHCR is also supporting two additional reception centers in Bugesera and Nyanza districts for Burundian refugees. The existing transit center in Rusizi (Nyagatare Transit Centre) that was receiving Rwandan returnees has also started functioning as a reception center for Burundian new arrivals. As of December 2013, Rwanda hosted approximately 74,000 Congolese refugees. 99% of the refugee caseload is predomi-nantly composed of refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), with 84% originating from North Kivu and 11% from South Kivu.
Context
Given the deteriorating security situation in and around the Libyan capital of Tripoli, UNHCR is responding to the emergency protection needs of refugees, asylum-seekers, children and youth-at-risk, and others of concern in Libya (urban-based and detention environments) through the establishment of the Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM).The ETM has been established under the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed with the Rwandan government and the African Union (AU) in September 2019. Under the terms of the MOU, the individuals concerned are transferred on a voluntary basis, from Libya to Rwanda for emergency case processing for durable solutions. UNHCR supports the Rwan-dan authorities in biometric joint registration of the evacuated persons and in undertaking Refugee Status Determination (RSD) or Merged RSD/Resettlement processing (MRR) under its mandate in accordance with applicable standards. A durable solution for their situation is pursued, including a return to the country of origin for those who voluntarily choose to do so, or third-country resettlement to States that are willing to offer admission. This assignment is critical in ensuring this is achieved.
Task description
Under the direct supervision of the RSD Officer and overall supervision by the Head of Field Office, the UNV Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Conduct 12 first-instance RSD Interviews per month, mainly for Eritreans, Sudanese, Somali and Ethiopians (and occasionally other nationalities) in accordance with UN-HCR guidelines and procedural standards. • Prepare 12 RSD assessments each month, in accordance with UNHCR guidelines and procedural standards. • In alternative to the RSD assessment, complete at least 10 Resettlement Registration Forms (RRF) per month according to the Merged RSD/Resettlement processing modalities. The targets will be revised as the situation evolves. • Support the RST team in their case processing in order to meet the resettlement quotas. • Maintain accurate processing statistics and provide statistical reports on a regular basis. • Participate in training/briefing UNHCR staff and partners on RSD/ resettlement categories/procedures, as required • Keep systematic, accurate records of all cases considered including ensuring compliance with proGres v4 data entry requirement, uploading of audio recordings on eSAFE and filing all documents and correspondence in physical files. • Providing RSD counselling to refugees and asylum seekers, informing and acting up-on reports received from refugees within the refugee community and following up on protection issues. • Conducting Country of Origin Information (COI) and legal issues, managing and im-proving the country-of-origin knowledge base, reporting on general trends in the relevant countries of origin and replying to queries on specific legal and protection issues, while referring to the supervisor or seeking advice on more complex issues. • Assist in training and coaching staff and building the capacity of the UNHCR project partners to ensure effective protection delivery. • Performing any other duties as may be requested. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take an active part in UNV activities (for international volunteer day and volunteer advocacy events) • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and or local forms of volunteerism in the host country. • Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities. • Contribute articles /write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc. • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers. • Promote or advise local groups in the use of the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Eligibility criteria
Age
27 - 80
Nationality
Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
Requirements
Required experience
3 years of experience in Refugee status determination, including at least 1 year in an international capacity. Previous work experience with UNHCR (in the field) would be an asset. • Previous RST experience and RRF drafting skills are highly desired. • Proficiency in both oral and written English • Good research, analytical and drafting skills. • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team. • Ability to work in stressful situations. • Experience in conducting interviews with UAM. • Experience in conducting interviews with survivors of violence and torture. • Experience undertaking exclusion assessment. • Ability to work with proGres v4 (or rapidly learn it) and other computer and technological equipment.
Area(s) of expertise
Legal affairs
Driving license
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Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level
Bachelor degree or equivalent in Undergraduate degree in Law, International law, Political Science, or a related field.
Competencies and values
• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented. • Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations. • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work un-der pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent pro-jects/activities. • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender. • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, re-mote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary. • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
Other information
Living conditions and remarks
The Republic of Rwanda is a small landlocked country in the Great Lakes region of east-central Africa, bordered by Uganda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Tanzania. With almost 10 million people, Rwanda supports the densest population in continental Africa most of whom engages in subsistence agriculture and 3/4 of the population live be-low the international poverty line of US$1.25 a day. Rwanda is a verdant country of fertile and hilly terrain and bears the title "Land of a Thousand Hills". The country has received considerable international attention due to its 1994 genocide, in which between 800,000 and one million people were killed. In 2008, Rwanda became the first country in history to elect a national legislature in which a majority of members were women. The country now has many international visitors and is regarded as a safer place for tourists. The principal form of public transport in the country is share taxi, with express routes linking the major cities and local services serving most villages along the main roads of the country. A certificate of yellow-fever vaccination is required. Much of Rwanda lies at too high an elevation for malaria to be a major concern, but the disease is present and prophylactic drugs are strongly recommended. It is advisable not to drink tap water. Bottled mineral water can be bought in all towns. Hospitals are located in all major towns. There is also the UN Dispensary that can provide 1st aid assistance and guidance. The unit of currency is the Rwanda franc. The US dollar is the hard currency of preference. It may be impossible to exchange Travellers’ cheques away from the capital. Credit cards are usually only accepted at the major hotels in Kigali. In addition to Kinyarwanda, French and English are the major spoken languages. The living conditions in Rwanda are generally very good. Housing and basic commodities are readily available. The country has health providers of all sectors. The country’s infra-structure and communication facilities are of international standard. The security situation in Rwanda requires all staff to follow recommendations by the UNDSS, who advice all new staff upon arrival. 13. Living conditions specific to the duty station – Nyamata (Kigali) Nyamata Field Office is located in Nyamata town, which is the headquarter of Bugesera District, Eastern Province of Rwanda. Nyamata town is about 30 km away from Rwanda’s capital, Kigali, and is easily accessible by public transport. It is considered part of the larger Kigali metropolitan area and has been earmarked as the location for a possible new international airport to serve Kigali and the rest of the nation, replacing Kigali International Airport. The area has a higher average daytime temperature than the Rwandan average, and lower precipitation, which sometimes lead to droughts. It is situated along one of the major highways connecting Rwanda to Burundi. Nyamata town is still developing and has one market where local traders bring their vegetables and fruits on two days of the week. The local market may not offer variety, as most of the local residents are involved in subsistence farming. There are several grocery stores but are often not adequately stocked with international products. As such, staff would normally do most of their shopping in Kigali during the weekends. The residents of Nyamata are generally friendly, but a majority of them are only able to communicate in the Kinyarwanda language. Housing is not a big challenge, although the available houses
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
This UNV assignment is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19 with WHO approved vaccine, unless the UNHCR Medical Service approves an exemption from this requirement on medical grounds
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