CBP Internship

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Description

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The Community-Based Protection Intern will support the Community-Based Unit in all relevant activities as carried out by UNHCR in Italy. S/he will have the opportunity to strengthen and deepen the knowledge acquired during University studies on asylum, refugee protection and related issues through their work experience in close coordination with Protection colleagues, including on-the-job training and coaching. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Community-Based Protection Associate, the Community-Based Protection Intern will perform the following tasks:

• Support the Community-Based Protection Unit with the management of individual cases of Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Stateless persons: provide technical guidance to the partner ARCI on asylum, access to rights and services for Persons with Specific Needs (PSN), complementary pathways; assist referring and follow-up cases amongst UNHCR staff and its implementing partners; register and systematize case information. 
• Support monitoring the archive of available printed material (e.g., GBV and CwC materials) for dissemination/training/advocacy.
• Contribute to the follow-up and implementation of the Community-Based Protection Unit projects, especially the CwC-related ones.
• Update and develop content for websites, newsletters, and other communication products as needed and requested.
• Manage UNHCR Italy’s Telegram channel: developing communication strategies and producing digital content.
• Provide operational support to Community-Based Protection activities as per operational needs.

Minimum qualifications required: 

Essential

• University studies in Law (preferred option), Human Rights, Political Science, Social Science, Community Development/Social Work, or related areas
• Fluency in both English and Italian (primarily written)
• Computer literacy (MS Office and other IT tools, very appreciated)
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Good organizing skills and ability to work autonomously.

Source: https://unhcr.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Rome-Italy/CBP-Intern_JR2449616

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