UNHCR's Protection Case Management Assistant Role Highlights Challenges for Afghan Refugees
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is actively seeking a Protection Case Management Assistant to support its operations in Pakistan, particularly focusing on Afghan refugees. The role is part of UNHCR's broader strategy to provide sustainable solutions for Afghan refugees, who face significant challenges due to the ongoing situation in Afghanistan. The position involves interpreting and translating during interviews, updating databases, and providing counseling to asylum seekers. The job requires a high school diploma or higher, with relevant experience in humanitarian fields, and proficiency in multiple languages including English, Dari, Pashto, and Urdu. The role is crucial in addressing the needs of vulnerable groups, such as single mothers and survivors of gender-based violence, who are at risk in Afghanistan.