Associate Programme Officer

Resumo por IA

A UNHCR está a recrutar um Associate Programme Officer para a Subdelegação de Pemba, Moçambique, sob contrato UNOPS IICA-1 (nível P-2). A função envolve orientação programática, coordenação de estratégias de proteção e soluções, e gestão de parcerias com instituições governamentais e setor privado. O contrato tem início previsto para 15 de outubro de 2026 e término a 31 de dezembro de 2027.

• Baseado em Pemba, Moçambique, com contrato até 31/12/2027
• Nível P-2, posição internacional com recrutamento internacional
• Exige 3 anos de experiência com licenciatura ou 2 anos com mestrado
• Gestão baseada em resultados e coordenação interagências
• Prazo de candidatura: 15 de setembro de 2026

Descrição da fonte original

Associate Programme Officer | UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Associate Programme Officer UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Nampula, Cabo, Pemba, Maputo, Luanda International P-2, International Professional - Internationally recruited position level Speaks Portuguese Application deadline: September 15, 2026 (14 days) Apply Summary by Impactpool The Associate Programme Officer will be based in Pemba, Mozambique, under UNHCR's IICA-1 contract. This role involves providing programmatic guidance and support for the implementation of protection and solutions strategies. The officer will coordinate with various sections to ensure harmonized approaches and will work closely with partners, including governmental institutions and the private sector. The position requires a focus on Results Based Management and the effective management of partnerships to maximize responses for persons of concern. Candidate Requirements: 3 years relevant experience: with Undergraduate degree 2 years relevant experience: with Graduate degree 1 year relevant experience: with Doctorate degree Demonstrated experience: in programme management Knowledge of Results Based Management Experience: in field operations Familiarity with Joint Needs Assessments Experience: in coordination within an Inter-agency context Knowledge of Portuguese (desirable) Certification in Programme Management Deadline for Applications September 15, 2026 Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based) D Family Type (not applicable for home-based) Non Family with Residential Location Staff Member / Affiliate Type UNOPS IICA1 Target Start Date 2026-10-15 Terms of Reference This JR is created to advertise the position of Associate Programme Officer under UNOPS IICA -1Contract, to be based at the Sub Office in Pemba, Mozambique. TERMS OF REFERENCE (Individual Contractor Agreement) Functional Title: Associate Program Officer Project: 0000001443 Duty station: Pemba, Mozambique Section/Unit: Program ICA Level: IICA - I ICA Type: Regular Corresponding level: P2 Duration: from 15/10/2026 to 31/12/2027 Supervisor: Head of Sub Office, Kahilo Jose Katunda 1. General Background The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is mandated to protect and assist persons in need of international protection, including refugees, asylum seekers, stateless persons, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and returnees. UNHCR MCO Mozambique maintains operations through its main office in Maputo, a sub-office in Pemba, a field office in Nampula, field units in Cabo Delgado and a National Office in Luanda, Angola. The Associate Programme Officer will be based in the Sub Office, Pemba, reporting to the Head of Sub Office while receiving technical guidance from the Senior Programme Officer located at the country office. S/he may supervise a small team of local staff. He/she may refer to UNHCR’s Programme Manual (Chapter IV), UNHCR's corporate and regional strategic priorities, operation plans and other relevant institutional rules and regulations for further guidance. The Associate Programme Officer will provide programmatic guidance and support with regard to the implementation of protection and solutions strategies within available resources. S/he will coordinate with the other sections/units to ensure harmonized programmatic approaches at all levels and throughout the UNHCR Operations Management Cycle. The incumbent will work in line with the overall UNHCR directions which crucially require working with partners, including with persons of concern, governmental institutions and the private sector, ensuring that programme management is approached as per UNHCR’s Strategic Directions, Global Strategic Priorities (GSPs), Global Compact for Refugees (GCR), and corporate positions on SDGs. The incumbent is expected to work in line with the multi-functional team (MFT) approach as defined within the Program Manual, ensuring the participation of relevant stakeholders in all phases of the Program Management Cycle. 2. Duties – The Associate Program Officer will • Support in assessing and analyzing the needs of persons of concern in a participatory manner, using an Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective as basis for planning. • Provide support on programmatic aspects of developing multi-year protection and solutions strategies and annual plans with corresponding priorities taking into account corporate priorities. • Support Results Based Management and programme capacity in light of evolving requirements, programming approaches and gaps. • Assist the planning process in compliance with planning parameters outlined in the Programme Manual and the planning instructions. • Support the revision and analysis of plans, mid-year and year-end reports of UNHCR office(s) in the Area of Responsibility AoR), ensure quality assurance and compliance with established policies, guidelines, procedures and standards. • Assist in the provision of overall direction to broaden partnerships with key stakeholders in order to maximize the protection and solutions response for persons of concern. • Provide support to ensure a consistent application of the framework for implementing with partners, including the effective implementation of the policy on selection and retention of partners, management of partnership agreements, risk-based project performance monitoring, and risk-based project audits, among others. • Contribute to ensure consistent and coherent monitoring approaches, tools and systems across the region, in line with global standards and polices. • Actively contribute to UNHCRs programming of community of practice and continuously contribute to improvements of programming tools and processes. • Oversee a timely and effective follow-up of internal and external audits observations and recommendations that relate to programmatic issues. • Perform other related duties as required 3. Monitoring and Progress Controls The performance will be evaluated by the supervisor against the required tasks as specified in the TOR. 4. Qualifications and Experience: Years of Experience: / Degree Level For P2/NOB - 3 years relevant experience: with Undergraduate degree; or 2 years relevant experience: with Graduate degree; or 1-year relevant experience: with Doctorate degree. Certificates and/or Licenses Programme Management Certification Programme in Programme Management (CP-PM) (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential) Relevant Job Experience: Essential Demonstrated experience: in programme management including familiarization with the OMC and sound knowledge of Results Based-Management. Demonstrated experience: in field operations, sound knowledge on the centrality of protection in programming, Joint Needs Assessments and the principles of targeting. Desirable Demonstrated experience: in coordination within an Inter-agency context and other actors, in a refugee or humanitarian context. Sound experience: in program management training and capacity building activities. Knowledge of Portuguese is desirable. Functional Skills Functional Skills MG-Project Management PG-Results-Based Management PG-UNHCR's Programmes PG- Experience: with coordinating with Implementing Partners (Government/INGO/NGO/Corporate) DM-Data Management (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) b. Key Competencies Core Competencies Accountability Communication Organizational Awareness Teamwork & Collaboration Commitment to Continuous Learning Client & Result Orientation Managerial Competencies Managing Resources Judgement and Decision Making Empowering and Building Trust Cross-Functional Competencies Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Analytical Thinking Political Awareness Standard Job Description Required Languages , , Desired Languages , , Additional Qualifications Skills Education: Certifications Work Experience: Other information This position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote No At Impactpool we do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead. Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements: for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager. Summary by Impactpool The Associate Programme Officer will be based in Pemba, Mozambique, under UNHCR's IICA-1 contract. This role involves providing programmatic guidance and support for the implementation of protection and solutions strategies. The officer will coordinate with various sections to ensure harmonized approaches and will work closely with partners, including governmental institutions and the private sector. The position requires a focus on Results Based Management and the effective management of partnerships to maximize responses for persons of concern. Candidate Requirements: 3 years relevant experience: with Undergraduate degree 2 years relevant experience: with Graduate degree 1 year relevant experience: with Doctorate degree Demonstrated experience: in programme management Knowledge of Results Based Management Experience: in field operations Familiarity with Joint Needs Assessments Experience: in coordination within an Inter-agency context Knowledge of Portuguese (desirable) Certification in Programme Management Fellowship Master the recruitment process of the impact sector! Become a fellow and gain access to Impactpool's premium material that will boost your career in the impact sector Explore fellowship Show UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees that you are interested in them Recruiters from the organization will be able to view your profile, contact you for current & future vacancies and engage you on opportunities that match your skills and interest. Connect with organization Associate Programme Officer UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Nampula, Cabo, Pemba, Maputo, Luanda International P-2, International Professional - Internationally recruited position level Speaks Portuguese Apply