Country: Ecuador
Closing date: 05 Aug 2018
UNHCR's operation in Ecuador started in 2000 as part of the organization's strategy to protect and assist the victims of the Colombian conflict. The operation aims to support the Ecuadorian government in strengthening protection mechanisms, developing asylum and identifying solutions. It also involves distribution of humanitarian aid and public information initiatives. The refugee caseload is mostly composed of Colombian nationals.
Job Description
- Translate interviews and reports.
- Assist the case workers in the completion of the Registration Resettlement Forms (RRFs) for the final revision of the Resettlement Officer.
- Providing information and orientation to individual cases facing special protection needs and being selected for Resettlement.
- Organize, file and maintain the Unit’s files on individuals cases considered for resettlement.
- Logistic support in the resettlement selection missions.
- Operational support in the administrative tasks.
Requirements
University Studies in International Relations, Social Sciences or, preferably, Law. Studies in International Human Rights Law and International Refugee Law highly desirable.
Fluency in Spanish and English.
Minimal Period for the Internship will be of 6 months.
Excellent working knowledge of EXCEL and WORD software.
Adaptability to work in an international and multicultural environment.
Adaptability to work with vulnerable individuals.
NOTES:
Subsequent Employment by UNHCR: There is no expectation of employment at the end of the Internship.
This is an unpaid internship. Per UNHCR policy, no compensation or expense reimbursement will be made available.
The internship will take place from August 13th 2018 to February 13th 2019.
How to apply:
Please send your resume and motivation letter to ecuqures@unhcr.org