Government Liaison Associate

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Bern, Switzerland
Government relations
Coordination with ministries
Information exchange
The Government Liaison Associate will assist in establishing close working relations with officials in various ministries, especially the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Job Summary

  • The Government Liaison Associate will assist in establishing close working relations with officials in various ministries, especially the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • Responsibilities include keeping track of evolving issues concerning asylum seekers, stateless persons, and refugees, and informing management of relevant information from discussions with government authorities.
  • The role involves liaising with Government partners and local authorities on behalf of UNHCR, drafting correspondence and reports, and potentially managing budgets.

Matching Summary

The Government Liaison Associate will assist in establishing close working relations with officials in various ministries, especially the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Government relations
  • Coordination with ministries
  • Information exchange
  • Drafting correspondence and reports
  • Budget management
  • Risk management

Nice-to-have

  • Political and media landscape awareness
  • Asylum systems knowledge
  • Human rights law knowledge
  • Flexibility for administrative tasks
  • Dynamic environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma
  • 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor's degree
  • Knowledge of English and UN working language
  • Right to work in Switzerland

Work Rights

Must have the right to work in Switzerland

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