The Subnational Technical and Liaison Officer provides analytical, liaison, and technical support to Sub-National Protection Cluster coordination in the South. The role ensures alignment between national and sub-national priorities and supports the positioning of protection concerns within inter-agency fora.
A minimum professional experience of 4 years at the national or international levels, in developing and promoting collaborative partnerships in emergency and humanitarian relief operations, including experience in managing and coordinating protection programs in chronic and acute, sudden-onset emergencies. Relevant work experience in IRC, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNFPA, other UN agencies, protection cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organization, relevant nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations. Demonstrated knowledge of emergency responses, in particular in protection/ social services sector, complemented by demonstrated ability to identify and manage difficult situations, to lead and direct multidisciplinary and multinational staff. In-depth knowledge of humanitarian policies and practices within the UN, other UN specialized agencies, donor agencies, national and international NGOs. Excellent negotiation skills and ability to convene stakeholders and facilitate a policy process among UN, NGOs, and local authorities. Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond. Teamwork. Result orientation, Analytical thinking, Communication. Respecting and promoting individual and cultural difference. Creating an empowering and motivating environment.
Minimum: The university degree (Bachelor level or above), in Law, Political and Social Sciences, International Relations and related studies.
