Assistant Programme CBI Officer

A (least hardship)

FamilyFamily

NOA

National Professional Officer

Reason

Regular > Regular Assignment

No

2023-04-01-07:00

February 23, 2023Assistant Programme CBI Officer Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Assistant Programme CBI Officer is an active member of the bureau/field operation/division and is normally supervised by a professional member who manages and oversees the UNHCR cash assistance programmes. The incumbent supports to ensure that operations are compliant with the technical guidance and administrative instructions on CBI, and adequately monitored. S/he normally receives guidance and direction from the Senior Programme CBI Officer or Programme CBI Officer or Programme Officer or other more senior staff. S/he may maintain close links with CBI staff in UNHCR HQ. Internally the Assistant Programme CBI Officer will also liaise with UNCHR field offices and country offices. Externally s/he will liaise with Implementing and Operational Partners, National Governments, line ministries and UN agencies. The incumbent is expected to work in line with the multi-functional team (MFT) approach as defined within the Program Manual, ensuring the participation of relevant stakeholders in all phases of the Program Management Cycle. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Support the strategic and coherent use of CBI's in the operations, assisting to ensure that CBI is maximised in assistance and service provision, strongly linking it to CRRF, MYMP and development, including linkages with Social Protection and Financial Inclusion. - Support the review of and assist in coordinating the final clearance with DFAM of the CBI Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the operations, with support from more senior staff. - Support the development of cash assistance programmes and support the senior management to ensure that CBI is fully, effectively integrated into the country operations plan for protection and solutions and Annual Program Planning and COP. - Assist in ensuring compliance to HALEP and that CBI is included in the preparedness and response planning and be a first responder to new emergencies/ and returns situations to ensure operations are using CBI as a modality, in collaboration with more senior staff. - Support the effective and coordinated procurement and contracting of Financial Service Providers by procurement/supply and finance. - Provide technical support on planning and assist in policy making on activities within the area of CBIs as an integral part of UNHCR programmes including assessments, planning and budgeting, technical choices, legal and regulatory aspects, implementation modalities and coordination. - Support and collaborate with sectors to increase the use of CBI in education, shelter, livelihoods and where applicable in health and WASH programmes. - Support the adequate inter-agency coordination mechanisms on CBIs and assist in building and maintaining strong relations with partners, regional entities and represent UNHCR in CBI coordination, with support from more senior staff. - Support the establishment of a sound monitoring process for cash assistance, with proper collection, use and monitoring of baselines, standards and indicators needed to measure and analyse CBI¿s performance. Assist the supervisor in analysing trends and target interventions including CBI expenditure, upstream and downstream activities. - Assist the supervisor in assessing the technical soundness of the operations and generate data for evidence-based decisions. - Assist the supervisor in fulfilling CBI related reporting requirements. - Support the use of UNHCR corporate tools and systems. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Years of Experience / Degree Level For P1/NOA - 1 year relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or no experience with Graduate degree; or no experience with Doctorate degree Field(s) of Education Economics; Social or Political Science; Business Administration; Social Economics; or other relevant field. (Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential) Certificates and/or Licenses not specified; Relevant Job Experience Essential: Experience in cash based assistance programmes, humanitarian programming or other relevant work experience. Knowledge and technical skills in set up, design, implementation and monitoring of CBIs. Desirable: not specified; Functional Skills PG-UNHCR's Programmes CB-Cash-based Programming/Managing/Planning (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Desired candidate profile

Proven record of CBI programme design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Successful experience in setting up targeting criteria and a CBI transactional mechanism.
Proven experience in conducting post-distribution monitoring and drafting a related report.
Up-to-date knowledge of the use of CBI in a humanitarian context.
Knowledge of UNHCR CBI cooperative tools and policies is an asset.
Experience of contributing to a coordination mechanism.
Knowledge of the result-based management, especially in-depth understanding of the theory of change approach and the use of indicators.
Knowledge and experience in procurement, supply and logistics is an asset.
Experience of heading and managing a team.
Proven competencies in communication, negotiation, problem-solving, analytical and presentation/drafting skills.
Commitment to fostering teamwork and continuous learning.
Excellent skills and knowledge in using Microsoft office, excel and work.
Experience of using UNHCR planning and resource management tools and software is an asset.
Fluent written and oral English and Turkish.

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Turkish

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English

Operational context

​Occupation Safety and Health Consideration:

Nature of Position:

Türkiye hosts some four million Syrians under temporary protection and international protection applicants and status holders. and UNHCR supports the government and people of Türkiye in this context, working closely with refugees, authorities, civil society, NGOs, UN agencies and donors. The nature of UNHCR Cash Based Intervention (CBI) programme in Türkiye necessitates the Assistant CBI Programme officer (NOA) to have familiarity with refugee protection. UNHCR Türkiye regularly supports nearly 10,000 refugees with cash for protection. The incumbent must have a high sense of accountability.

The Assistant CBI programme officer is responsible for UNHCR’s cash-based assistance. The incumbent will collaborate with the protection unit as well as working with the data management and supply units. S/he may also interact with the CBI focal points at Headquarters. The incumbent must have ample successful experience in designing, implementing and evaluating cash-based interventions with strong data management and analysis capacity, with an eye for details and accuracy. S/he represents UNHCR in the cash and basic needs working group under the 3RP, coordinating with different agencies and donors. Therefore, the incumbent must possess an excellent communication, presentation and drafting skills. Experience of setting up an inter-agency mechanism for cross-checking of beneficiaries and/or a feedback mechanism is an asset.  S/he supervises a small team within the programme unit and must have management skills such as team-building and problem-solving. The incumbent must be able to work under high pressure.

Desired candidate profile

• Proven record of CBI programme design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Successful experience in setting up targeting criteria and a CBI transactional mechanism.
• Proven experience in conducting post-distribution monitoring and drafting a related report.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the use of CBI in a humanitarian context.
• Knowledge of UNHCR CBI cooperative tools and policies is an asset.     
• Experience of contributing to a coordination mechanism.
• Knowledge of the result-based management, especially in-depth understanding of the theory of change approach and the use of indicators.
• Knowledge and experience in procurement, supply and logistics is an asset.
• Experience of heading and managing a team.
• Proven competencies in communication, negotiation, problem-solving, analytical and presentation/drafting skills.
• Commitment to fostering teamwork and continuous learning.  
• Excellent skills and knowledge in using Microsoft office, excel and work.
• Experience of using UNHCR planning and resource management tools and software is an asset. 
• Fluent written and oral English and Turkish. 

Living and Working Conditions:

The CBI NOA position is located in Ankara. UNHCR in Turkey operates through a branch office in Ankara with three field offices in Gaziantep, Istanbul and Van, as well as three field units in Izmir, Hatay and Sanliurfa. The total number of staff in the operation is 410 around 80-20% local-international staff ratio respectively, as well as around 7% of affiliated staff.

Additional Qualifications

Skills

CB-Compliance of cash assistance programmes with applicable rules and policies, CB-Financial management and traceability of CBI, CB-Internal Stakeholder engagement for CBI, DM-Data analysis

Certifications

Cash based Interventions

Competencies

Accountability, Analytical thinking, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Empowering & building trust, Judgement & decision making, Managing resource, Organizational awareness, Political awareness, Stakeholder management, Teamwork & collaboration

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Compendium

Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member and engagement under a UNHCR affiliate scheme or as an intern is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19, successful reference checks and integrity clearance.

The English version is considered original and authoritative, translation to other language(s) serve the purpose of advertisement of local positions where applicable but are not considered as official translations

Staff members must serve for a minimum of one year following assignment before being considered eligible to apply for another position within the same category. This requirement is waived in respect of staff members whose position is being changed or whose assignment/appointment through the joint staff/management review body is in a replacement capacity.

UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The recruitment process might include a written test and/or oral interview for this job opening.

No late applications will be accepted. Candidates must be primarily Turkish nationals. The minimum educational requirement for this position is a completed university degree.

For further information on how to apply, please visit ‘UNHCR - Application and Selection’ page, at  https://www.unhcr.org/how-to-apply.html .

This position requires Functional Clearance