The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Office in Ireland is seeking a motivated and flexible team player to fill the following vacancy:
Protection Associate (G-6)
Under the supervision of the Head of Office and in close co-operation with other members of the team, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
o Advise on developments in national jurisprudence and legislation;
o Follow-up on protection issues raised by or on behalf of persons of concern;
o Assist in the delivery of training, advice and other supports to the national
authorities and key stakeholders;
o Maintain and develop networks with key partners in Ireland and with protection
colleagues under the UNHCR Regional Representation for Western Europe;
o Undertake international travel on mission as required;
o Performs other duties as required.
Education: Secondary education is required and a third level degree in a relevant discipline is desirable
Languages: Fluency in oral and written English and another relevant UN Language
Skills: Communication skills, computer skills, good knowledge of UNHCR's protection mandate, excellent drafting ability
Interested candidates should send a completed P 11 form to: Mr. Said Hadjami, Admin/Finance Associate by email to hadjami@unhcr.org. P 11 form available to download here. Information on G6 level posts is available here.
Deadline for receipt of applications: 1pm, 19 May 2011. Interviews will be held on 24 May 2011. Only those candidates short-listed for interview will be notified.
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