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EXTERNAL RELATIONS ASSISTANTTERMS OF REFERENCE UNOPS Contract – LICA-5 equivalent to GS-5 level Organizational Unit: UNHCR Representation in Central Asia, RO Almaty, Kazakhstan Duty station: Almaty Type of Contract: UNOPS Contract – LICA-5 equivalent to GS-5 level Duration of contract: From 01 July 2018 through 31 December 2018 Expected start date: 01 July 2018 Organizational Context The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Central Asia strives for: 1) Strengthening the national asylum systems, 2) Achieving solutions for the current population of refugees and 3) Reducing and preventing statelessness. The UNHCR Regional Office (RO) for Central Asia based in Almaty, Kazakhstan, provides strategic planning, direction, coordination, support, administration of resources, and carries out oversight functions of the UNHCR activities. Purpose and Scope of Assignment The aim of the assignment is to primarily support the Regional Protection Unit (RPU) as well as the regional office in Almaty and the Country Offices in Astana, Bishkek and Dushanbe in the area of external relations, information management and protection perspectives in accordance with the existing protection strategy. The RO Almaty regularly compiles statistical and narrative reports, based on data collected from the countries in the region, that are used to raise awareness and funds for UNHCR’s operations in Central Asia. In addition, the RO plays a role in systematizing and analysing available information and support the Country and National UNHCR Offices in Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. In the framework of its advocacy strategy, UNHCR Almaty promotes a number of events and advocacy forums. One of them is the Almaty Process on refugee protection and international migration, which is supported by UNHCR and IOM in coordination with Member States. As a regional consultative process on refugee protection and international migration to, from and within Central Asia, the Almaty Process aims to address the multiple challenges resulting from mixed migration dynamics and enhance regional cooperation and coordination on mixed migration. Statelessness in CA is largely a result of the dissolution of the Soviet Union, after which some people did not secure citizenship of the newly independent States. New cases are being created due to cross border marriages, as well as gaps and lack of safeguards in nationality laws in all States. Currently the region hosts 108,899 stateless persons, largest figure (85,555 state recognized stateless persons) is in Uzbekistan. Statelessness in the region prompts increase of illegal migration, poverty, concern for national security by the governments and abuse of human rights. Promoting prevention and reduction of statelessness in the region will be one of the priorities of the incumbent. One of UNHCR’s communication tools in Central Asia is the regional website (www.unhcr.kz). This site is in need of regular update and delivery of professional and timely key messages on UNHCR activities in Central Asia to positively influence public opinion on issues relevant to refugees and stateless people. Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Senior Regional Protection Officer, the External Relations Assistant will be required to work with a wide range of issues and will perform the following duties: Protection
Legal and institutional frameworks
Event support and coordination
Information management
Web content management and social media support
Monitoring and Progress Controls Clear set of data is systematized on a regular basis;
Essential Requirements and Professional Experience a. Education (Level and area of required and/or preferred education):
b. Work Experience
c. Language requirements
Key Comptenecies Political Awareness
Living Conditions: The Regional Office of UNHCR for Central Asia is located in Almaty, Kazakhstan. As the commercial capital of the country (whereas the political capital is Astana), Almaty is the largest city in Kazakhstan and is a category-A duty station. The city is well connected by air with international destinations, including direct connections to some of the capital cities in Europe. There is a good choice of apartments and houses for rent. There are several international schools located in Almaty. Medical facilities are available, however, some specialized medical interventions might be sought abroad. There are a number of supermarkets and shopping centres with local as well as imported products. Security Considerations The current security situation in Kazakhstan re essentially quiet and stable, with UN Security Level I. The main risk in Almaty Regional Office is linked to seismic activities. Risks associated with earthquakes are always identified as the main concern factor in the city. How to apply: Candidates who wish to be considered for this position should send their motivation letter and Curriculum Vitae + Personal History Form to the following email address: kazal@unhcr.org indicating “External Relations Assistant UNOPS, Almaty – Kazakhstan’’ in the subject of the email.
The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. 14.06.2018 |
Senior External Relations Assistant - G5
READVERTISEMENT: Call for applicants for a vacancy of Senior External Relations Assistant-G5 with the UNHCR Regional Office for Central Asia in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
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