Org. Setting and Reporting

UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5.8 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance, and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you Supervisor: The incumbent is reporting to Gender Protection Officer (first), and Protection Mainstreaming Officer (second). Supervisee/s: Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Coordinator.

Responsibilities

In accordance with established Agency policy and procedures the incumbent: A- Support the West Bank Inter-Agency Protection Project as and when required. B- Supports the mainstreaming of protection principles and standards in UNRWA service delivery and programmes including the implementation of Protection Alignment Reviews (PAR) and follow-up to their recommendations as well as supports to the coordination of area protection working groups to share good practices to enhance protection responses C- Strengthening PSEA within the organization: 1- Support the implementation of the PSEA Strategy in the West Bank, in coordination and consultation with the Protection Mainstreaming Officer. 2- Support in coordinating with WBFO departments to establish a realistic WBFO PSEA action plan for the next three years based on the oPt PSEA Interagency Network’s priorities, including a training plan. 3- Support to draft PSEA technical guidance and structures specific to the WBFO, in alignment with UNRWA HQ, and international best practice. 4- Support the Protection Mainstreaming Committee (PMC) and other senior managers in the WBFO on the implementation of the PSEA framework in the West Bank. 5- Develop training plan and deliver training to staff on PSEA. D- Engage stakeholders and strengthen complaint mechanisms: 1- Support PSEA focal points in designing, coordinating and implementing consultations on SEA complaints channels (through departmental focal points) with the affected population, including representation of vulnerable and marginalized groups. 2- Engage and coordinate with the PSEA Network and other relevant interagency forums in the oPt to ensure PSEA mainstreaming E- Support in establishing the framework to provide assistance/response: 1- Support to ensure that GBV referral pathways include external GBV service providers and work with social workers to ensure that all SEA cases are referred externally. 2- Support PSEA focal points on PSEA-related work, including any high-risk protection cases, regarding reporting, risk assessment, referrals, interviews, and translation. 3- Support technically the establishment of safe spaces for women and girls in UNRWA Health Centers and other programmes across the West Bank. 4- Monitoring, Reporting and Knowledge Management 5- Collect and analyze inputs of PSEA Focal Points and other relevant colleagues, identify recurring issues and trends, and prepare recommendations for senior leadership. 6- Submit a final report outlining overview of findings and activities, emerging best practices, knowledge management capacities, and recommendations to WBFO. F- Performs other duties as may be assigned

Competencies

UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. – Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. – Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. – Building trust: Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion. Manages in a deliberate and predictable way. Operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda. Places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients. Gives proper credit to others. Follows through on agreed upon actions. Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately. – Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://hr.un.org/page/prepare-competency-based-interview

Education

University degree from an accredited educational institution in Social Science, Social Work, International Development, Human Rights, or a related field.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in the field of international development, human rights, and/or humanitarian sectors is required Understanding of the Core Humanitarian Principles and international guidance on accountability to affected populations and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse is required. Technical expertise in at least one of the following areas: child protection, human rights, protection, gender-based violence/survivor assistance, staff misconduct and discipline and with Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Results-based Management (RBM) is required. Direct experience working with GBV survivors is required. Coordination experience is required. Experience and skills in capacity building and mentoring program teams and ability to achieve results in remote settings is required. Demonstrated experience in managing and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data is required. Experience in design, implementation and analysis of assessments and surveys is required. -Please confirm if you live/ reside in West Bank or Jerusalem? And if you have West Bank or Jerusalem ID. please to mention its number down, as it is desirable.

Languages

Excellent command of written and spoken English, including the capacity to translate large documents.

Assessment

– Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview

Special Notice

Conditions of service Type of Contract: Limited Duration Contract (LDC), Band “F”. The Limited Duration Contract applies to external candidates and UNRWA internal candidates on LDC. Duration of Contract: One year- with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need. Grade & Salary: LDC- Band F monthly basic salary ranges JOD (1,213.30) Other Benefits: Other benefits include compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave pro-rated to the duration of the contract where less than one year, and family allowance (if applicable). Additional benefits: – 2.5 days of sick leave for each completed month of service. – Maternity Leave, upon meeting eligibility requirements. – 2 weeks paternity leave. upon meeting eligibility requirements. This vacancy notice is open to internal candidates holding LDC contract and external candidates. As per paragraph 72 of PD A/4/Part II/Section II/Rev.8, secondment of area staff to LDC posts is no longer permitted, area staff still be able to apply to LDC posts, but they will not be allowed to assume such posts through secondment; they need to leave their current posts to accept such appointment. Only candidates residing in West Bank or Jerusalem, and within commuting distance of the duty station with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in West Bank/ Jerusalem, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities. To ensure efficiency and timeliness of the recruitment process, if a large number of applicants pass the test, the Agency may decide to invite to the interview only the candidates with the top scores to ensure a manageable number of candidates to proceed to the personal interview stage. A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post. Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA’s online e-recruitment system inspira will be considered and no late applications will be accepted. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All acquired university degrees must also be stated, if applicable. Please make sure that your application is filled in properly, correctly, and completely; any missing or incomplete information may lead to the rejection of the application by the system. Applicants applying to positions for Grades 12 to 20 or LDC Bands E to H must submit a cover letter/motivational statement in order to be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate. For UNRWA internal staff, they are required to specify and include their current UNRWA grade level. To do so applicants should select under “Category” RLG, scroll down to see all categories, then select their local grade. Please find below the link to a video that guides applicants on how to apply to Job Openings: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MH-IYA6Y8kxA1fgao5qyTV8VwNajgx4u/view? usp=sharing Equivalency: Equivalency may apply for this post. Candidates with a combination of additional relevant academic qualifications and/or additional years of progressive work experience may also be considered on equivalency. NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination. Advertisements published only in English will only accept applications in English, and Arabic submissions will not be considered. The Agency may disqualify applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions List, or a UN database of staff separated for reason of misconduct or of staff who separated whilst misconduct processes were pending. UNRWA shares investigation and misconduct information with other UN Agencies, and past and prospective employers, about staff members who have been separated for misconduct, or who have separated whilst an investigation and/or disciplinary process for misconduct is underway; and such persons may be prohibited from employment with the United Nations. The Agency will immediately disqualify applicants who are ineligible for any reason in accordance with the Agency regulatory framework. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/

United Nations Considerations

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST (UNRWA) DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE OR REQUEST MONEY FROM CANDIDATES AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING, ONBOARDING). UNRWA DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.