Registration Assistant
ICOrganizational Context
Under the direct supervision of the Protection Associate, the Registration Assistant is
responsible for supporting all activities related to registration, which may also include
functions related to reception, filing and data management. The Registration Assistant
responds to queries from, asylum seekers and refugees regarding UNHCR's registration
procedures and their rights and entitlements. The Registration Assistant liaises with protection
staff and partners to ensure timely identification and referral of persons of concern for
protection follow up. The Registration Assistant may provide interpretation and/or translation
services in cases for which s/he has the required language competencies.
Responsibility
Conduct registration interviews in accordance with local SOPs and registration standards.
Respond to queries from, asylum seekers and refugees regarding UNHCR's registration
procedures and their rights and entitlements.
Maintain accurate and up-to date records and data related to all individual registration
cases.
Identify persons with specific needs and ensure timely referral to protection follow-up as
required.
Collaborate with protection staff and/or partners in the delivery of assistance and
programming, including provision of identity and entitlement documentation
Act as interpreter and translator when needed.
Perform other related duties as required.
Authority
Refer cases to other units within the office and to implementing partners as necessary .
Essential Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Completion of secondary education preferably with post-secondary training or certificate
in social science, statistics, mathematics, information technology or related fields.
Minimum 5 years of relevant job experience (3 years with post-secondary
certificate/training).
Good computer skills.
Must be fluent in English
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
Training in basic principles of international protection.
Experience in working with UNHCR proGres software.
Fluency in local languages.
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 using the link below:
https://www.unhcr-eth.org/jobs/vacancy/80
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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