Repatriation Assistant

Organizational Context

The Repatriation Assistant reports to a senior colleague within a Field, Sub, or Country Office. This role is crucial for implementing UNHCR's voluntary repatriation programme, ensuring activities comply with standard operating procedures and uphold the principles of voluntariness, safety, and dignity for persons of concern.

Job Purpose

The Repatriation Assistant plays a vital role in supporting UNHCR's voluntary repatriation efforts. The primary purpose is to assist individuals in making informed decisions about returning to their country of origin by providing up-to-date information on conditions there. This involves conducting interviews, preparing necessary documentation such as Voluntary Repatriation Forms, and participating in mass information campaigns to educate refugees and stakeholders about the repatriation programme. The role also entails providing logistical and administrative support for return movements, assessing the specific needs of vulnerable returnees, and advising on appropriate responses. Furthermore, the assistant is responsible for accurately entering repatriation data into relevant databases and assisting senior colleagues in processing returnees.

Responsibilities

The Repatriation Assistant is responsible for interviewing individuals interested in voluntary repatriation, ensuring they have comprehensive information to make informed decisions about returning to their country of origin. This includes assisting them in completing relevant documentation, such as Voluntary Repatriation Forms. The role involves actively participating in mass information sessions to inform refugee communities and other stakeholders about the voluntary repatriation programme. A key responsibility is providing logistical and administrative support for voluntary repatriation border-crossing and return movements. The assistant will also assess the specific needs of vulnerable categories of returnees during these movements and recommend appropriate support measures. Data entry related to voluntary repatriation into the relevant database is a core duty, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs). The assistant will also support the identification and management of risks and opportunities impacting their area of responsibility, making risk-based decisions and escalating issues to supervisors. Performing other related duties as required is also part of the role.

Work Experience

1 year of relevant experience is required for candidates with a High School Diploma. No specific desirable work experience is mentioned.

Skills

IT-Computer Literacy Interviewing Documentation Preparation Mass Information Activities Logistics Support Administrative Support Needs Assessment Data Entry Risk Management Opportunity Seizing

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