3 jobs found in Melkadida Refugee Camp

// Senior Compound Management Assistant UNOPS GENERAL BACKGROUND   Dollo Ado District/Woreda is located in the extreme south east of Ethiopia bordering Kenya and Somalia in the south.  Dollo Ado has hosted Somali refugees since 2009.  UNHCR, ARRA and WFP, in collaboration with humanitarian agencies, provide essential live-saving, protection and basic services in the five camps: Bokolmanyo, Melkadida, Kobe, Hilaweyn and Buramino.  The current refugee population is 217,492 (source: UNHCR ProGres, as of 31 March 2018).   PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF ASSIGNMENT Under the direct supervision of the Compound Manager (based in Melkadida) and the overall supervison of the Admin/Finance Officer, the Snr Compound Managaenment Assistant will undertake the following tasks: Prepare monthly accommodation bills for rent deduction for staff members and also accommodation bills for the guest accommodated in UNHCR guest house; Coordinate with relevant staff on status /condition of AC units, water and electricity and liaise with relevant technician to ensure timely maintenance and servicing of the equipment Follow up and ensure that repairs and maintenance of rooms, houses and facilities are done in prompt manner electrical, plumbing, A/Cs repairs and carpentry so as not to inconvenience residents; Monitor daily attendance and prepare monthly attendance of guest house staff. Supervise all cleaners within the compounds and ensure the compound is properly cleaned. Maintain records of all items procured for the Compound. Coordinate /make updated inventory of all assets provided to the houses/rooms and submit periodic inventory reports. Manage a team of Compound maintenance supervisors throughout the duration of the contract. Delegate responsibilities to Compound cleaning supervisor based on the needs of the staff members, project coodination in the compound. Coordinate high profile missions and the activities in the compound. Place tables, chairs, plants and décor for meetings and mission as per when need/requested; Organize the compound storage spaces and facilities, making sure of the FIFO methods procedures are followed as per storage policies and procedures; Assist with any special V.I.P needs, when the mission is in the compound; Development of the Annual Workplan on the basis of compound development priorities. Development of compound management standards to be agreed upon among by management. Constant analysis of the investment components of the compound’s Development Plan to ensure that the UNHCR residential compounds are self-sustaining and risks minimized. Any other duties deemed necessary by Management as and when required.   MONITORING AND PROGRESS CONTROL Effective compound management system and criteria established and enforced with the aim of streghtening internal controls, efficiency, and transparency.  Specifically to achieve results; A well-defined compound management system developed that addresses various aspects of compound manageent in a sructured and coherent manner.simple and verifiable procedures of operation.   ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Education Diploma in Hospitality and compound Management or similar, Diploma in Business administration or related field, Undergraduate degree will be an added advantage. Work Experience Minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible experience in Compound Management or Hotel/Resort Management, etc.   KEY COMPETENCIES Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability; Excellent communication and organizational skills; Experience with and ability to collaborate and work in a team environment; Exellent skills in task management and prioritization. Ability to follow directions, work independently and take initiative Skilled in problem identification and resolution Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards Promotes the vision, mission and strategic goals of UNHCR Knowledge Management and Learning Development and Operational Effectiveness Management and Leadership   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 the most recent fact sheets through the online application system. Candidates may be required to sit for a test. Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for interview. 

// FIELD ASSOCIATE UNOPS GENERAL BACKGROUND PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF ASSIGNMENT Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Field, at UNHCR-Sub-Office Melakdida, the Field Associate will undertake the following; AT THE FIELD OFFICE IN THE CAMP Monitor the situation in the AoR, collect data and other information relevant to UNHCR and report to the supervisor accordingly. Monitor the implementation of UNHCR programme including the delivery of assistance (service provision), monitoring of infrastructure and cleanliness of the camps. Undertake regular visits to various sites in order to assess needs of persons of concern, with particular attention to vulnerable groups and ensure those who require urgent attention and appointments are attended to. Keep regular contacts with local authorities and implementing partners as requested by supervisor. Assist in administrative tasks such as preparation of reports, meeting authorized personnel, assist during field missions and interpretation. Inform and act on the reports received on and from persons of concern within the refugee community, partners and the local authorities. Interphase with the refugee structures to gather information of issues that require the attention of the office. Represent the office during trainings, workshops and meetings in the camps. Regularly visit the irrigation schemes to ascertain activities are on-going as planned.   ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Education Completion of the Secondary Education with post-secondary training/certificate in Business Administration, Law, Political Science or related field. Computer skills. Excellent knowledge of English and local language, preferably Somali   Work Experience Minimum 6 years of previous job experience relevant to the function. Working in challenging environments where the intense climate, logistic limitations and cultural differences create barriers towards accomplishment of goals. Working as a team player by contributing to the overall project strategy and intended outcomes    KEY COMPETENCIES - Proven coordination, planning and organizing skills. - Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English, Somali and Amharic - Good computer skills - Ability to apply technical knowledge in day to day work - Learning and researching  - Ability to work in a multi-cultural team - Willingness to work in Somali region - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, good report drafting ability. - Highly motivated and efficient with excellent organizational skills, and ability to be innovative and 'think outside the box'.    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 the most recent fact sheets through the online application system.  Candidates may be required to sit for a test. Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for interview.  Refugees – who cares?   We Do.

// Resettlement Associate - Case Worker UNOPS ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT UNHCR Sub office Melkadida hosts Somali refugees in the five camps; Bokolmanyo, Melkadida, Kobe, Hilaweyn, and Buramino. As at 08 October 2018, there are a recorded 38,636 households / 219,729 individuals in proGres database. There have been positive strides in fulfilling the Comprehensive Refugee Response Framework (CRRF) following the adoption of the New York Declaration for Refugees and Migranats. There hpwever, remains a number of refugees who have protection concerns that cannot be met at the camp and are eligible for resettlement as s protection tool and durable solution. These vulnerable individuals include persons with legal and/or physical protection needs, survivors of violence and/or torture, women and girls at-risk and persons with medical needs. In 2018, the Resettlement Unit was manned by only two staff; one ICMC deployee who is the In-Charge and a Resettlement Associate. The Resettlement Associate left the operation in September 2018.  The Resettlement Unit submitted 404 individuls to Canada in 2018 and met the annual quota. However, the quota for 2019 is yet to be set but it is anticipated that Germany will take approximately 600 individuals while Canada may allot 400 individuals.   The Resettlement Associate takes part in assessing cases for resettlement and conducting interviews as well as monitoring procedural compliance and quality of case submissions. The Resettlement Associate will neither take part in case identification not in conducting full BIDs/BIAs   FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT   ACCOUNTABILITY Resettlement delivery is needs-based, non-discriminatory and prioritized for refugees most in need of this solution. UNHCR’s resettlement policies and standards are correctly and coherently applied. Persons of concern are made aware of UNHCR’s resettlement procedures and have fair and transparent access to and participation in the resettlement process. Fraud in the resettlement process is promptly identified and addressed. RESPONSIBILITY Conduct resettlement interviews for cases identified for resettlement in accordance with the UNHCR Guidelines and SOPs; Complete at least 12-18 RRFs along with all pertinent documentation per month; Update RRFs following recommendations from the supervisor, Representation Office Addis Ababa and the Regional Support Hub in Nairobi; Systematically update and maintain proGres database in relation to the resettlement events and actions; Conduct Best Interest Assessments (BIAs) as necessary, to be included in Section 7 of the RRF; Provide administrative support for resettlement-related training activities Ensure proper managements of both physical and electronic data; Conduct any other activity that may be deemed necessary. AUTHORITY Recommend cases that are eligible for resettlement consideration. Provide counselling to persons of concern   Essential Minimum Qualifications and Experience Education: Completion of secondary education with certificate/training in International Law, International Relations or related fields required. Minimum 6 years of previous job experience relevant to the function Training in basic principles of international protection Fluency in English and local languages, i.e. Amharic and/or Somali.   Desirable Qualifications & Competencies Good knowledge of UNHCR Resettlement policies and operational applications in different resettlement countries and situations; Completion of UNHCR mandatory learning/training courses; Excellent drafting skills Experience in working with UNHCR proGres software and drafting of RRFs is desirable;   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 the most recent fact sheets through the online application system.  Candidates may be required to sit for a test. Due to the volume of applications only short listed candidates will be invited for interview.    Refugees – who cares?   We Do.