INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No: 13/
HCR/KGUVN/04
HCR/KGUVN/04
(Note. According to the PPAL Rules & Regulations – Internal candidates are
GS staff members currently serving at the duty station where the vacancy
exists, who have been appointed through the AC).
Title of Post: Snr Field Assistant
Post Number: 10020324
Grade: GL5 (General Services)
Location: Nyamagabe
Duration of appointment:1 year (1)
Entry on Duty: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 18 June 2013
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Field Office, the incumbent will
perform the following functions:
- Assist In monitoring the Implementation of
UNHCR program including the delivery of all assistance items and
monitoring of infrastructure; - Follows up, on a regular basis, of the overall
situation in areas where refugees have been accommodated including the camps - In co-ordination with the local authorities,
monitor the implementation of UNHCR assistance in refugee camps and
assists local implementing partners In matters pertaining to the
well-being of refugees - Assist In administrative tasks as required
such as preparation of reports and meeting authorized personnel and
assisting them during field missions. - Act as interpreter in the exchange of routine
information, contribute to related liaison activities and respond directly
to routine queries. - Collect data and other information relevant to
UNHCR and report to the supervisor accordingly. - Keep regular contacts with local authorities
and Implementing partners as requested by supervisor. - Assist supervisor in planning, formulating,
and evaluating projects - Meet authorized personnel at designated field
locations, travels with them and serves as a guide on UNHCR activities; - In coordination with implementing partners,
assist in the reception, registration and provision of assistance to
persons of concern to UNHCR. - Follow up, on a regular basis, the overall
situation of persons of concern in camps and other areas where they have
been accommodated and report accordingly. - Undertake other relevant duties as required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Completion of Secondary education with
additional training courses in Business Administration, Law, Political
Science or related field; - Five years of Job experience relevant to the
function; - Strong Computer skills;
- Strong communication skills and ability to
deal with people; - Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or
specific training relevant to functions of the position. - Fluency in Kinyarwanda and excellent knowledge
of English and French.
Submission
of Applications
of Applications
Please send your CV, the UN Personal History Form
(P.11) together with application in a sealed envelope (marked Confidential with
the Vacancy Announcement Number clearly marked on the top left-hand corner) to:
(P.11) together with application in a sealed envelope (marked Confidential with
the Vacancy Announcement Number clearly marked on the top left-hand corner) to:
The Representative, UNHCR Representation Office in
Rwanda, Plot 5744, Opp. MTN Centre, Nyarutarama Road, Kigali ,
Rwanda, Plot 5744, Opp. MTN Centre, Nyarutarama Road, Kigali ,
N.B: Female
candidates are encouraged to apply.
candidates are encouraged to apply.
Priority consideration will be given to staff
members whose grades are equal to or one grade below that of the post
advertised. Only candidates who have served one year in their present post will
be eligible for consideration as internal candidates in connection with this
vacancy.
members whose grades are equal to or one grade below that of the post
advertised. Only candidates who have served one year in their present post will
be eligible for consideration as internal candidates in connection with this
vacancy.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date of application: 18 June 2013
