Data Processing Assistant

Organizational Context
The UNHCR Sub-Office in Melkadida is planning to undertake a comprehensive Level-3
Registration Exercises in the five (5) Refugee Camps named Buramino, Helaweyn, Kobe,
Melkadida and Bokolmanyo.
Under the direct supervision of the Associate Data Management Officer, the Data
Processing Assistant will verify the identity of refugees through Bio-Registrar and BIMS,
conduct registration interview, collect the data as per the Countrywide Registration dataset,
check and photocopy any document provided by the refugees, capture photos of all
family/household members, and h/she enrol the household/family members into BIMS.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
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Before the interview verify the identity of the case with bio-Registrar and BIMS
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Registration interview;
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Collect the data as per the Countrywide Registration dataset;
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Check and photocopy any document(s) provided by the refugees;
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Update refugee information in proGres database;
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If necessary, change the ration card;
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Capture photos of all family members into BIMS;
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Enrol the household/family members into BIMS;
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In case of litigation, please do refer the matter to the Ligation Desk for further
assessment the below point tasks is not required);
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Print and issue refugee documentation and ID cards;
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Perform any other task requested by the supervisor
Authority
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Refer cases to other units within the office and to implementing partners as necessary.
Essential Minimum Qualifications and Experience
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Educational: Second cycle in computer science or equivalent;
Languages: Good communications skills in English is essential (written and spoken),
Good communications skills in Amharic is essential (read and written) and speaking
Knowledge of Local language is essential;
Good Computer skills;
Data handling skills;
Knowledge of UNHCR mandate and protection issues;
Perform any task or other related activity requested by the supervisor.2
N.B: applicants should indicate the camp they would like to work in and should notice they
will take care of their accommodation and food.
Submission of Applications
This vacancy is open for qualified Ethiopians only.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
UNHCR is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all
candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including
persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
IMPORTANT
Applicants who wish to be considered for this position should send a motivation letter and
factsheet/P11 Form to: Human Resources Unit through the online application system using
the link below:-
https://www.unhcr-eth.org/jobs/vacancy/122
Candidates will be required to sit for interview.
Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for further
interview.
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