Senior Protection Assistant

UN High Commissioner for Refugees - UNHCR | Staff |
Closing: 02 Feb 2026 3 days remaining
Location: Ankara; Gaziantep; REMOTE

Overview

To support voluntary return monitoring activities, conduct interviews, and contribute to broader protection interventions.

Tasks Summary
  • Conduct voluntary return interviews to monitor voluntariness, inform individuals of their rights and options, detect protection concerns, and document the process.
  • Participate in counselling sessions, prepare case summaries, update the protection database, and support referrals.
  • Assist in interpreting during field visits, protection assessments/interviews, community consultations, and coordination meetings.
  • Provide translation of relevant documents and materials.
  • Participate in trainings, workshops, and inter-agency coordination meetings.
Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of relevant experience with a high school diploma; or 1 year of relevant experience with a bachelor’s (or equivalent) or higher.

Qualification Requirements
Other Details

Languages Required: Excellent command of Arabic and English (spoken and written) required. Knowledge of Turkish at, at least a B2 level is required.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration:

Work Modality: These positions are based in Gaziantep. Travel within the area of responsibility may be required.

Remuneration: Remuneration at the level of the vacancy (G4 level or G5 level as applicable) based on the International Civil Services Commission (ICSC) salary scale.

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