Senior Policy Officer(m/w/x)

Anforderungen

• 9 years experience with Undergraduate, 8 with Graduate, or 7 with Doctorate
• Degree in Public Policy, Law, International Relations, or relevant field
• Experience in international policy analysis and development
• Management of cross-cultural internal and external relationships
• Experience drafting protection strategies and advocacy materials
• Coordination of UN interventions in humanitarian contexts
• Solid experience in lobbying and government advocacy
• Strong experience in research and concept papers
• Commitment to safe and inclusive working environments
• Proactivity in preventing and responding to misconduct
• Extensive experience with multilateral processes and refugee protection
• Deep understanding of GCR implementation modalities
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams across divisions
• Understanding of UNHCR mandate and internal procedures
• Expertise in sustainable responses and multi-stakeholder engagement
• Excellent drafting, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Accountability and analytical thinking
• Leadership and strategic planning skills

Aufgaben

• Coordinate guidance and strategic advice on protection policies
• Draft UNHCR positions on assigned protection and solutions issues
• Interpret international instruments for forcibly displaced and stateless persons
• Develop and evaluate regional political and social development information
• Represent the organization in inter-agency policy development processes
• Prepare strategies and public papers on thematic areas
• Foster partnerships with governments and the private sector
• Draft policy papers for high-level regional events
• Prepare oral briefings and written talking points
• Align country-specific strategies with regional and corporate priorities
• Review operations plans and conduct field missions
• Lead risk assessments and integrate risk management into decisions
• Oversee Global Compact on Refugees implementation and pledging frameworks
• Coordinate multi-stakeholder processes for high-level global dialogues
• Supervise a small unit and manage team resources

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