Assistant Protection Officer (n)

UNHCR

Lusaka, Zambia
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International refugee and human rights law knowledge
Gbv prevention and response experience
Child protection strategy implementation
The UNHCR is seeking an Assistant Protection Officer for various locations in Zambia, responsible for providing protection guidance and managing protection-related activities for populations of concern. The ideal candidate will possess relevant legal knowledge and experience, especially in settings with vulnerable populations, ensuring effective protection responses and community engagement

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Protection Officer will coordinate quality protection responses for refugees and asylum-seekers across Zambia, Malawi, and Zimbabwe.
  • This role requires applying international legal principles to conduct status determinations and prevent statelessness while engaging with national authorities.
  • The incumbent is responsible for supervising junior staff and ensuring the integration of age, gender, and diversity considerations into all protection activities.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The UNHCR is seeking an Assistant Protection Officer for various locations in Zambia, responsible for providing protection guidance and managing protection-related activities for populations of concern. The ideal candidate will possess relevant legal knowledge and experience, especially in settings with vulnerable populations, ensuring effective protection responses and community engagement.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • International Refugee and Human Rights Law knowledge
  • GBV prevention and response experience
  • Child protection strategy implementation
  • Status determination for populations of concern
  • Engagement with government authorities
  • Community-based protection coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in rural or low-resource settings
  • Knowledge of climate change displacement issues
  • Strong drafting and documentation skills
  • Participatory and rights-based approach experience
  • Familiarity with results-based management

Key Requirements

  • 1 year relevant experience with Undergraduate degree OR no experience with Graduate/Doctorate degree
  • Degree in Law, International Law, Political Sciences or related field
  • Fluency in English and local language required

Work Rights

National Professional Officer (Nationality of duty station likely required)

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