Operations Associate

The Operations Associate will assist the Deputy Representative for Operations in identifying and addressing any operational gaps or problems and ensure advice/guidance is provided to field offices and field units on its AOR to improve the delivery of assistance of the people we serve. Upon request of the supervisor, the incumbent will also support cross-organizational initiatives ensuring an operational cohesion by providing appropriate advice and recommendations when needed to ensure their efficient implementation, by effectively liaising between UNHCR units as well as with other UN agencies and NGOs whenever necessary.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare background information based on discussions within the Country Operation as well as with the Bureau, upon request by the supervisor.
• Identify issues of inconsistency and/or non-compliance with UNHCR’s global strategies, protocols and guidelines that required to be brought to the attention of the supervisor.
• Upon request and in coordination with thematic units, support the analysis of the operational context, and its impact on the protection situation of PoCs.
• Contribute to the analysis of political and social developments impacting on UNHCR’s operations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

• A workplan will be prepared at the beginning of the contract between the incumbent and the supervisor to define key activities and project timelines to ensure an efficient delivery of expected outputs and products. Weekly meetings will be organized between the supervisor and the consultant to discuss advances, track progress, and discuss how to overcome potential challenges.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• Training in programme design, monitoring & evaluation. Experience in coordination and reporting.

Desirable:

• Practical knowledge of/previous experience in Focus, Global Focus, COMPASS, Cloud ERP or any Oracle data management and/or other RBM systems analysis. Understanding of the basics of IPSAS. Completion of UNHCR learning programmes relevant to the functions (e.g. OMLP). Knowledge of UNHCR’s operational rules and procedures. Direct experience as Programme or Operations Associate and in Focus development training.

Language Requirements:

• Knowledge of English (B2) and Spanish is essential. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in any area related to Social Sciences and/or Field Operations, including Management; Project Management; International Relations; Law; Communications; any other related field.

Work Experience: 

• At least 3 years of relevant experience working with international organizations in fields related to
• Protection; Operations; Programme or Project Management.

Source: https://unhcr.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Caracas-Venezuela/Operations-Associate_JR2446297