Government Liaison Associate
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Job Location:
Bern - Switzerland
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Grade
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Standard Job Description
Government Liaison Associate
Organizational Setting and Work Relationships
The Government Liaison Associate is a member of the Government Liaison Unit. S/he normally reports to the (Senior) Government Liaison Officer. The incumbent receives regular guidance and advice from the supervisor. S/he participates in all meetings/working groups related to the Government and to provide support on coordination work on common processes.
Under the supervision of the (Senior) Government Liaison Officer the responsibilities of the Government Liaison Associate is to give obtain and exchange information requiring discussions and explanations both to UNHCR staff members Government authorities and other external parties on subject matters which may be of importance to the Organization.
All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter UN Staff Regulations and Rules UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability addition staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core functional cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCRs core values of professionalism integrity and respect for diversity.
Duties
- Assist in the establishment of close working relations with officials in various ministries especially Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Keep track of evolving issues concerning asylum seekers stateless persons and refugees within the Area of Responsibility (AoR).
- Ensure that the office is kept informed of local and international developments which may have a political or operational impact on the offices relation with the Government including latest developments with regard to the implementation of the GCR UN reform etc.
- Inform the supervisor and/or other senior managers on a continuing basis of relevant information on the outcome of discussions with government authorities on various issues.
- Assist senior management in dealing with the challenges posed by the political context developments with the Government and issues related to humanitarian and development processes.
- Accompany the Representative/Deputy Representative/Head of Office and Headquarters visitors on missions and meetings.
- Assist in preparation for different visits and missions to the Operation.
- Liaise with Government partners and local authorities on behalf of UNHCR as required.
- Draft correspondence and reports as required and assist in the drafting of briefing notes background material talking points fact sheets as required.
- Manage budget when requested including tracking expenditures.
- Initiate upon request of the supervisor the contact with the relevant external parties on various issues.
- Coordinate with different units in the office that information presented to government authorities is duly verified and endorsed by the supervisor.
- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s).
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Professional Work Experience
Years of Experience / Degree Level
For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
Field(s) of Education
Not applicable.
Certificates and/or Licenses
Political/Social Science;
Business Administration;
or other relevant field;
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Relevant Job Experience
Essential
Not specified.
Desirable
Good knowledge of UNHCR operations and good political awareness.
Functional Skills
MS-Drafting Documentation Data Presentation
MS-Networking
CO-Cross-cultural communication;
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)
Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.
All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse harassment including sexual harassment sexism gender inequality discrimination and abuse of power.
As individuals and as managers all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.
This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening shortlisting and selection of candidates.
Desired Candidate Profile
Essential attributes:
-Knowledge of the political and media landscape in Switzerland and Liechtenstein
-Knowledge of asylum systems and of key stakeholders in both countries
-Knowledge of international refugee and human rights law
-Proven experience in protection and external relations with the flexibility to support administrative tasks as needed.
-Good analytical and writing skills and ability to translate complex information into short and easy messages
-Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to represent UNHCR effectively in external meetings while building and maintaining a network of relevant partners
-Fluency in German French and English; French or German at mother tongue level
Desired attributes: The candidate enjoys working in a dynamic environment managing multiple tasks simultaneously and contributing across various areas of work.
Candidates must have the right to work in Switzerland and be present in the country at the time of application recruitment and hire.
UNHCR is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability gender identity marital or civil partnership status race colour or ethnic and national origins religion or belief or sexual orientation.
UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application interview meeting processing training or any other fees).
No late applications will be accepted.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit for a test.
An individual whose mother father son daughter brother or sister is a staff member of UNHCR including a Temporary Appointment holder or a member of Affiliate Workforce shall not be appointed.
Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level):
Desired languages
Operational context
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Living and Working Conditions:
Additional Qualifications
Skills
Education
Certifications
Business Administration - Other Political Science - Other Social Sciences - OtherWork Experience
Competencies
Accountability Client & results orientation Commitment to continuous learning Communication Empowering & building trust Negotiation & conflict resolution Organizational awareness Political awareness Stakeholder management Teamwork & collaborationUNHCR Salary Calculator
Additional Information Functional clearance
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees is a United Nations agency with the mandate to protect refugees, forcibly displaced communities and stateless people, and assist in their voluntary repatriation, local integration or resettlement to a third country
