Link between forced displacement and peacebuilding efforts

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Mission and objectives

Created in 1950, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced persons and stateless people. UNHCR’s primary purpose is to safeguard the rights and well-being of people who have been forced to flee. Organizations led by displaced and stateless persons, including Refugee-led and Community-based Organizations (e.g., organizations led by IDPs, women, persons with disabilities and youth) are often the first responders in humanitarian emergencies and can access areas to which UNHCR and partners have no or limited access. They also often have a profound understanding of the issues and capacities of people UNHCR serves, which allows them to effectively respond to their needs. One of UNHCR’s priorities is to strengthen and increase our engagement with these actors.

Context

We are looking for a 3-4 page background document on good practices, theory or initiatives in linking forced displacement and peace building in either a county or regional context.

Task description

We are looking for one Online Volunteers who have experience in research with excellent writing skills. The task will include the following responsibilities: - Discuss and determine parameters for the research - Identify and gather sources - Conduct research - Develop a short report on the findings The average estimated workload is expected to include roughly reviewing 10 documents (these can include articles, studies, etc.) throughout the assignment duration. The Online Volunteer/s will have the opportunity to build connections with the multi-stakeholder partnership team at UNHCR and learn about how research on peace building in a forced displacement can support ongoing work.