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UNHCR Nigeria Recruitment in November 2023: The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees stands tall as a beacon of hope for refugees globally. If you have a burning passion to make a real change, then a career at UNHCR might be your calling.

Let’s learn more about how UNHCR hires people and the jobs they have available in November 2023.

Recruitment at UNHCR

Working at UNHCR isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to touch the lives of millions displaced by conflict, persecution, and other calamities. They are on the lookout for individuals from diverse walks of life:

• Humanitarian Aid
• Legal Fields
• Protection Services
• Logistics
• Finance and Administration
• IT and Communication

No matter where you come from or what your professional background is, if you believe in the cause, UNHCR wants you. They prioritize diversity, ensuring a rich tapestry of ideas and approaches in their ranks.

Job Categories 

Wondering what roles are up for grabs? Here’s a glimpse into some job categories:

1. Field Operations – Be on the front lines, working hand-in-hand with refugees. Roles might be:
   • Protection Officer
   • Field Associate
   • Community Services Officer
   • Field Security Officer
2. Programme Management – Oversee projects that make a difference. Positions often available are:
   • Programme Officer
   • Project Manager
   • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
3. Legal Affairs – Dive deep into the legal intricacies of refugee rights. Look out for:
   • Legal Officer
   • Senior Legal Assistant
4. Administration/Finance – The backbone of any organization. Roles include:
   • Finance Officer
   • Supply Associate
   • Administrative Assistant
5. Communication and Public Information – Tell the world about the great work UNHCR does. Some roles here are:
   • Public Information Officer
   • Communication Associate
   • Media Relations Officer

And that’s just scratching the surface! For an up-to-date list of vacancies, click here to visit the official UNHCR jobs board.

Open Vacancies

1.) Associate Community – Based Protection Officer
Location: Cross River
Application Closing Date
28th November, 2023.
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2.) Programme CBI Officer
Location: Abuja
Application Closing Date
28th November, 2023.
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3.) Shelter Cluster Coordination Officer
Location: Borno
Application Closing Date
28th November, 2023.
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4.) Protection Officer
Location: Lagos
Application Closing Date
28th November, 2023.
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Application Process

Interested? Here’s a simple breakdown of how to throw your hat in the ring:

How to Apply for a Job at UNHCR

If you want a job at UNHCR, follow these steps:

1. Look for a Job: Go to the UNHCR jobs website. Find the job you want. Read the job details to make sure you can do it.
2. Get Your Papers Ready: You need some papers to show you can do the job. This includes:
   • A paper that lists your past jobs (called a resume or CV).
   • A letter that tells why you’re good for the job (called a cover letter).
   • Some jobs might ask for more papers. Check the job details.
3. Send Your Application: There’s a place online where you can send your papers. The job details will show where. Make sure you send them before the last day they accept them.
4. Waiting: After the last day, the UNHCR team will look at all the applications. They will pick the ones they like best.
5. Tests and Talking: If they like your application, they might ask you to do a test or talk with them. This could be in person or on a video call.
6. Checking Your Details: They might call people you’ve worked with before to ask about you.
7. Job Offer: If they think you’re the best person for the job, they’ll tell you. They’ll also tell you how much they’ll pay and other things about the job.

I hope this makes the process clearer

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