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Occupational Safety and Health Considerations:
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Nature of Position:
The Senior External Relations Assistant will effectively contribute to the External Relations’ Unit’s objective of strengthening communications, public outreach, donor relations strategy, with close collaboration between teams in Dhaka and Cox's Bazar, as well as the Regional Bureau and HQs. Bangladesh responded to the massive influx of Rohingya refugees with a remarkable generosity. As the crisis enters well into its seventh year, however, public concerns about the crisis becoming protracted are rising. An emerging narrative also stigmatizes the Rohingya by linking them to criminality, insecurity and potential extremism, as well as economic competitors and an environmental threat.
The Senior External Relations Assistant will support the team in developing and delivering the external engagement strategy which aims at strengthening public understanding and support for refugees and UNHCR's work in Bangladesh, drawing upon global good practice, including the effective use of social media. UNHCR's operations in Bangladesh have received strong backing from donors since the onset of the crisis. While the Joint Response Plan for the Rohingya humanitarian crisis have, over the past years, been well-funded, the operation is facing shortfalls and risks becoming unsustainable as donor support diminish, particularly as Government policy does not facilitate economic inclusion for the Rohingya, who remain dependent on humanitarian assistance. In this challenging environment, the Senior External Relations Assistant will support the External Relations in developing a creative and effective resource mobilization strategy that maintains and broadens support for both UNHCR and the JRP, consistent with UNHCR's coordination leadership role. In collaboration with the Communications, Donor Relations and Programme Units, as well as the technical unit, the incumbent will support the production of resource mobilization and fundraising material, including proposals and reports.
Living and Working Conditions:
The position is based in Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, which is the centre of national government, trade and culture and home to over 15 million people, making it the fourth-most densely populated city in the world.
Bangladesh has a subtropical monsoon climate characterized by wide seasonal variations in rainfall, high temperatures and humidity. There are three distinct seasons: a hot, humid summer from March to June; a warm, rainy monsoon season from June to October; and a cool, dry winter from October to March.
Dhaka is a C category duty station with 3 years of Standard Assignment Length. It is a family duty station, and educational facilities from primary to secondary school are available in Dhaka. There are some private hospitals in Dhaka which address simple sicknesses. Vaccination against Japanese Encephalitis virus is strongly recommended.
UNDSS-cleared hotels are available, with the rates differing depending on the availability and season. MOSS compliant apartments are available, UNDSS recommends that international staff reside in the diplomatic area of Dhaka, where the UNHCR office is also located. Leisure and recreational facilities are available.
Banks and ATM machines are also available in Dhaka. Most major credit and debit cards are accepted in hotels, restaurants and larger shops. Foreign currency can be exchanged easily in banks and exchange houses.
The current operational circumstances require frequently long working hours. This is a stressful work context, making a capacity for self-care critical.
The security level system in Bangladesh is level 3 moderate. Although security is generally acceptable, given the current situation in the area, no movement on highways at night is allowed. Walking and jogging on the street and using rickshaws and taxi companies not cleared by UNDSS are not recommended. Crowded local markets should be avoided.
Additional Qualifications
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CO-Drafting and Documentation, IT-Computer Literacy, TI-InterpretationEducation
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Communication - Other, International Relations - Other, Journalism - Other, Media - Other, Political Science - OtherWork Experience
Competencies
Accountability, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Organizational awareness, Teamwork & collaborationUNHCR Salary Calculator
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