Assistant Field Officer

Cngmd Efrc

Assess needs of persons of concern
Monitor implementation of assistance projects
Report on new arrivals and estimate influx
The Assistant Field Officer will follow up on processes with public institutions and stakeholders in the provinces under the AFU area of responsibility

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Field Officer will follow up on processes with public institutions and stakeholders in the provinces under the AFU area of responsibility.
  • The incumbent will regularly travel to border gates and conduct interviews with individuals arriving and departing in order to identify protection concerns and trends.
  • The Assistant Field Officer will coordinate regular meetings with partners and local authorities operating in the region and maintain close communication with relevant stakeholders.

Matching Summary

The Assistant Field Officer will follow up on processes with public institutions and stakeholders in the provinces under the AFU area of responsibility.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assess needs of persons of concern
  • Monitor implementation of assistance projects
  • Report on new arrivals and estimate influx
  • Coordinate reception and registration
  • Negotiate with local authority counterparts
  • Identify and manage risks

Nice-to-have

  • Deep understanding of refugee experiences
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Strong communication and analytical abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Proficiency in relevant software

Key Requirements

  • 1 year relevant experience with Undergraduate degree
  • Graduate degree with no experience
  • Doctorate degree with no experience
  • Law or Political Sciences degree
  • UNHCR Operations Management Learning Programme certificate
  • Field experience
  • Knowledge of refugee law
  • Good knowledge of UNHCR's programmes
  • Fluency in English and Turkish

Work Rights

External candidates should be legally present in Türkiye at the time of application, recruitment and hire. Non-Turkish citizens are required to upload their residence permits or relevant documents.

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