UNHCR Field Assistant Jobs in Kenya

UNHCR Field Assistant Jobs in Kenya

The Field Assistant is normally supervised by the Field Officer/Associate and performs a variety of functions related to Field activities within the office. The supervisor exercises close control and regular review of the work processes and provides regular advice and guidance.

The incumbent keeps frequent internal contacts with staff members in the same duty station to exchange information and with the external contacts generally with officials of national and international institutions, leaders of the refugee community, local population and/or Implementing Partners (IPs) on routine subject matters under the direction of the supervisor.

Duties

Assist in administrative tasks as required such as preparation of reports and meeting authorized personnel and assisting them during field missions.

Act as interpreter in the exchange of routine information, contribute to related liaison activities and respond directly to routine queries.

Collect data and other information relevant to UNHCR and report to the supervisor accordingly.

Keep regular contacts with local authorities and implementing partners as requested by supervisor.

In coordination with implementing partners, assist in the reception, registration and provision of assistance to persons of concern to

UNHCR.

Liaise with local authority counterparts, partners and populations of concern.

Direct incidents and problems to the supervisor when they cannot be resolved at their level.

Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience

For G4 1 year relevant experience with High School Diploma; or Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Certificates and/or Licenses

Business Administration

Law

Political Science

Desirable

Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position.

Functional Skills

IT-Computer Literacy

CO-Drafting and Documentation

CL-Multi-stakeholder Communications with Partners, Government & Community

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UNHCR Field Assistant Jobs in Kenya

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