time left to apply End Date: November 29, 2024 (2 days left to apply)
job requisition id JR2449616
Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based) H (no hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based) Family
Staff Member / Affiliate Type Internship
Target Start Date 2024-12-02
Deadline for Applications November 28, 2024
Terms of ReferenceBackground Information/Operational Context
In Italy, UNHCR works with the Italian government, other organizations and refugees themselves to uphold the fundamental human rights of stateless persons and people forced to flee, and to improve laws and national systems so refugees and stateless persons stay safe, get documents, can go to school, work and exercise other rights. Through its staff and partners, UNHCR is engaged in activities aimed at ensuring full and equal enjoyment of rights by all persons of concern, addressing protection risks in an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) sensitive manner, with a particular focus on persons with specific needs, such as unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) and survivors of gender-based violence (GBV). UNHCR's protection delivery is based on a community-based protection approach, which aims at putting the people we serve at the center of all decisions affecting their lives.
The Community-Based Protection Intern will support the Community-Based Unit in all relevant activities as carried out by UNHCR in Italy. S/he will have the opportunity to strengthen and deepen the knowledge acquired during University studies on asylum, refugee protection and related issues through their work experience in close coordination with Protection colleagues, including on-the-job training and coaching.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the direct supervision of the Community-Based Protection Associate, the Community-Based Protection Intern will perform the following tasks:
Support the Community-Based Protection Unit with the management of individual cases of Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Stateless persons: provide technical guidance to the partner ARCI on asylum, access to rights and services for Persons with Specific Needs (PSN), complementary pathways; assist referring and follow-up cases amongst UNHCR staff and its implementing partners; register and systematize case information.Support monitoring the archive of available printed material (e.g., GBV and CwC materials) for dissemination/training/advocacy.Contribute to the follow-up and implementation of the Community-Based Protection Unit projects, especially the CwC-related ones.Update and develop content for websites, newsletters, and other communication products as needed and requested.Manage UNHCR Italy's Telegram channel: developing communication strategies and producing digital content.Provide operational support to Community-Based Protection activities as per operational needs.Minimum Qualifications RequiredEssentialUniversity studies in Law (preferred option), Human Rights, Political Science, Social Science, Community Development/Social Work, or related areasFluency in both English and Italian (primarily written)Computer literacy (MS Office and other IT tools, very appreciated)Good communication and teamwork skillsGood organizing skills and ability to work autonomously.DesirablePrevious relevant working experiences in the field of asylum and refugee protection, particularly in support of individual casesKnowledge of other UN languagesDemonstrable experience in drafting in English.EligibilityIn order to be considered for an internship, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
Recent graduate (those persons who completed their studies within two years of applying) or current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by UNESCO; andHave completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant or of interest to the work of the Organization.An individual whose father, mother, son, daughter, brother or sister is a staff member of UNHCR, including a Temporary Appointment holder or a member of the Affiliate Workforce, is not eligible for an internship.
AllowanceInterns who do not receive financial support from an outside party will receive an allowance to partially help to cover the cost of food, local transportation and living expenses.
Additional InformationCandidates must be legally authorized to work in Italy.
English is the official working language of UNHCR in Italy. Only applications fully completed in English will be considered.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Assessment of short-listed candidates might comprise of both an interview and a written test.
DiversityThe 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.
About UsUNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, takes the lead in protecting people forced to flee wars and persecution around the world, providing life-saving aid including shelter, food and water to ensure their basic safety, rights and dignity.
Why a Career with UNHCR?Our dedicated staff work to protect and assist people fleeing conflict and persecution at a time when global forced displacement is at a record high. Our colleagues bring a wide range of specialized skills, including expertise in legal protection, administration, community services, public affairs, health and other disciplines.
Disability InclusionIf you are a person with a disability and you expect you may face challenges during the recruitment process, you can indicate it in your application form. Adjustments for candidates with disabilities will be provided as best as possible and as needed upon request.
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