Consultant Regional Refugee Employment Platform

A Regional Refugee Employment Platform is also being created, to which all national Refugee Employment Platforms (REP) operating in the region will be linked. The Regional platform will also contain guidance with a regional scope and include country resource and information pages providing key information, particularly for employers interested in hiring refugees, related to the legal framework, the refugee hiring process, key stakeholders and services supporting refugee employment and  additional resources to guide companies (e.g. matching platforms, good practices, reports, etc.) specifically for countries where a national REP is not currently in place.  

The Consultant will work closely with UNHCR’s Regional Bureau for Europe and carry out the following tasks:

• Undertake an exhaustive search of in-country actors, programs, services and opportunities that can support: a) the employment search and overall socio-economic inclusion of refugees (those of all nationalities and legal statuses); b) the refugee hiring, onboarding and workplace preparation process for businesses.

Research, compile (and where necessary draft) essential information, including but not limited to:

• the national legal framework on refugees’ right to work, remain in the country, public instruments supporting refugee hiring (e.g. tax benefits, preferential loans, subsidized employment);
• bureaucratic/administrative requirements related to employment and qualifications recognition;
• reputable jobs boards/platforms and any other outlets where refugees can find jobs or other employment-related opportunities;
• the ensemble of national integration stakeholders who can provide support to businesses and refugees;
• any available practical tools/guidance or institutional roadmaps (e.g. related to qualifications recognition) and services that can support the swift labor market insertion of refugees;
• existing initiatives/networks by the private sector in refugee hiring (e.g. through chambers of commerce or HR service providers);
• popular mechanisms to recognize companies investing in ESG, with a focus on social engagement
• Research and compile information to enhance the features of the regional website.
• Ensure accuracy, currency, and integrity of information for inclusion in final resource page.
• Where necessary, the consultant will liaise with national stakeholders and country focal points as part of the evaluation of accuracy and currency of information and final selection of resources and key information.

Required level, qualifications, and work experience:

Qualification and experience required (degree required, years of work experience, field of expertise, language required): 

• Advanced university degree in social sciences, economics, business administration, communications, or other relevant technical fields.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience working in related field.
• Comprehensive understanding of private sector priorities in Europe and support needs related to refugee hiring.
• Understanding of local integration context for refugees in Europe.
• Experience working with private sector partnerships and/or non-voluntary organisations.
• Strong drafting/editing skills in English.
• Analytical skills and ability to assess data and analyse information.
• Computer skills, including Internet navigation and various office applications.
• Relevant experience in similar activities, other UN agencies or development.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Source:  https://unhcr.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Geneva-RB-Switzerland/Consultant—Regional-Refugee-Employment-Platform_JR2439404