Assistant Integration Officer (N)

H (no hardship)

Family Type

Family

Family Type

Family

Residential location (if applicable)

Grade

NOA

Staff Member / Affiliate Type

National Professional Officer

Reason

Regular > Regular Assignment

Remote work accepted

No

Target Start Date

2023-12-18

Job Posting End Date

December 23, 2023

Standard Job Description

Assistant Integration Officer

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Assistant Integration Officer may be part of the Protection or Durable Solutions or Development team, may supervise some support staff, and normally works under the direct supervision of a more senior Protection or Durable Solutions or Development staff or Head of Field/Sub-Office.

The Assistant Integration Officer will participate in research and providing policy and technical advice, guidance and training on integration of refugees and internally displaced persons in the given country context(s), including on methodologies for evaluating integration policies and programs. In addition, he/she will promote the establishment and implementation of resettlement programs through capacity building activities, provision of policy and technical support for the selection, reception, and integration of resettled refugees, and collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

The task requires direct contact with the target population in assessing needs and evaluating legislative and other measures, taking into account aspects such as age, gender, and diversity.

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

• Provide support to counterparts through research, policy and technical advice and capacity building activities on integration across the different solution options for internally displaced persons; local integration and other local solutions options for refugees; integration of resettled refugees.
• Provide technical guidance and advice and coordinate the activities of staff supervised in line with the durable solutions and/or integration strategy in place.
• Support resident coordinators and/or government led durable solutions/integration strategies and related inter-agency platforms/coordination forums in internal displacement context.
• Review and provide technical guidance on project proposals submitted by Implementing Partners (IPs) and guide/monitor and evaluate integration activities for refugees, internally displaced persons and others for whom UNHCR works with a particular focus on self-reliance, empowerment and access to national systems/services.
• Provide support to ensure integrated approaches and consistent interventions by government and other stakeholders for the integration of refugees, including resettled and spontaneously arriving 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 P1/NOA – 1 year relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or no experience with Graduate degree; or no experience with Doctorate degree

Field(s) of Education

Political Sciences; Law; Social Sciences;

Development Studies, Public Administration; or other relevant field.

Certificates and/or Licenses

Not specified.

(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Essential

Relevant Job Experience

Experience in refugee Integration/Reintegration in the country of asylum and/or third country and/or country of origin and/or (Re)integration of internally displaced persons in internal displacement situation including in policy and/or programme development and advocacy.

Desirable

Experience in evaluation, evaluation methodologies and in designing and conducting social research. Experience in designing and delivering training.

Functional Skills

CL-Multi-stakeholder Communications with Partners, Government & Community

CO-Drafting and Documentation

IT-Computer Literacy

PR-Local integration

PR-Sustainable reintegration

PR-Refugee Resettlement programs

TR-Training and Capacity Building of large groups and stakeholders

PR-Local integration strategy implementation

(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.

Competency Requirements

All jobs at UNHCR require six core competencies and may also require managerial competencies and/or cross-functional competencies. The six core competencies are listed below.

Core Competencies

Accountability

Communication

Organizational Awareness

Teamwork & Collaboration

Commitment to Continuous Learning

Client & Result Orientation

Managerial Competencies

Empowering and Building Trust

Judgement and Decision Making

Managing Resources

Managing Performance

Cross-Functional Competencies

Analytical Thinking

Technological Awareness

Planning and Organizing

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 Profile

Operational Context

The war in Ukraine triggered the displacement of more than 570,000 refugees to the Czech Republic who applied and received temporary protection in the country. Today over 370,000 continue to seek refuge in Czechia. While the Czech Republic is not a frontline state, it is amongst the top 3 destinations for Ukrainian fleeing the war due in part to a large pre – existing Ukrainian diaspora and a strong performing job market amongst other.

As the war in Ukraine enters its third year and hopes for a short displacement period become increasingly elusive a growing number of refugees are seeking assistance in their inclusion process. The areas of support span a wide range of sectors from access to social services and education to the identification of job opportunities and long – term affordable accommodation. As the demand grows the pressure on national systems, local authorities and national service providers have become increasingly severe with emergency measures gradually needing to evolve into long – term solutions. While Czechia has a well-established national system to support refugee integration, the nature of the response and the number of refugees from Ukraine expanded the scope of needs to a ‘whole-of society’ approaches and integration policies.

Transitioning from an emergency strategy to interventions that support and promote sustainable integration of refugees in the country in line with 2024 RRP strategic objectives, , UNHCR Czechia is creating a national officer position to support the implementation of the office integration strategy and act as focal point for Government counterparts and all relevant integration actors. Priority actions will include addressing the integration challenges of refugees with a priority focus on vulnerable groups, facilitating the dialogue with and engagement of refugees and local communities in integration initiatives, foster refugee labour market inclusion, targeting both refugees from Ukraine and other asylum seekers and refugees in the country, etc.

The position is based in Prague with regular travel in Czechia and occasional travel abroad. The Assistant Integration Officer will report to the Senior Protection Officer. . The Assistant Integration Officer will closely work internally with colleagues in other units to ensure a coordinated approach. . S/he will also ensure strong coordination with partner organizations; organizations member of the Refugee Coordination Forum, refugee and community led organizations, and other relevant stakeholders. The Assistant Integration Officer will supervise one person.

UNHCR’s workplace is international and multicultural and therefore inclusive and diverse. It offers opportunities that contribute to professional growth and development, and it requires cultural awareness and sensitivity and adaptation to different communication styles and behaviours. The ideal candidate should possess a strong knowledge of key elements pertinent to the position including existing social and public services, key tenants of the labour market and an understanding of existing and emerging areas of engagement. Prior experience in inclusion of refugees / foreigners is a strong value added. As a key resource for engagement with government counterparts the candidate should possess relevant representation and public engagement skills. Finally, the candidate should demonstrate interest and ability to balance office and field presence ensuring that direct engagement with refugees is conducted on a regular basis.

UNHCR National Office in the Czech Republic operates under the Representation for Central Europe (MCO Hungary), which covers 4 countries (Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia).

Language Requirements

Fluent knowledge of English as the UN working language of the duty station and Czech language is required.

Desirable Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the sector.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex challenges.
• Ability to identify and develop partnership opportunities with different actors..
• Strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to develop effective policy and operational recommendations based on identified needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work harmoniously and effectively in multicultural settings.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, as well as the ability to manage and motivate team members.
• Proactive, positive, open-minded, and willing to learn.
• Good drafting skills.
• Good public speaking and representation skills.

Additional information:

National Professional Officers should be of the nationality of the country where the office concerned is located.

Remuneration:

In case of appointment, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

NO-A monthly salary range: NET CZK 85,711 – CZK 105,464

Benefits:

Annual leave: UNHCR staff members holding a fixed-term appointment will accrue annual leave at the rate of 2.5 working days for each full calendar months of service (i.e. 30 working days per year).

Pension system: Staff members holding a fixed-term appointment will become participants in the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF).

Health insurance plan: locally recruited staff members in the Czech Republic will be enrolled in the National Health System of Czech Republic.

Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for a test. 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).

Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level):

English

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Czech

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Desired languages

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Operational context

Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:

Nature of Position:

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Skills

Additional Qualifications

CL-Multi-stakeholder Communications with Partners, Government & Community, CO-Drafting and Documentation, IT-Computer Literacy, PR-Local integration, PR-Local integration strategy implementation, PR-Refugee Resettlement programs, PR-Sustainable reintegration, TR-Training and Capacity Building of large groups and stakeholders

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA): Development Studies, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Law, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Political Science, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Public Administration, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Social Science

Certifications

Work Experience

Competencies

Accountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Empowering & building trust, Judgement & decision making, Managing performance, Managing resource, Organizational awareness, Planning & organizing, Teamwork & collaboration, Technological awareness

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Functional clearance

This position doesn’t require a functional clearance