Mission and objectivesThe Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees was established on December 14, 1950, by the United Nations General Assembly. UNHCR provides protection and assistance to refugees worldwide. UNHCR currently works in more than 120 countries and helps over 43 million people worldwide; refugees or those uprooted within their own countries. The UN Refugee Agency also cares for asylum seekers, returnees, and stateless persons. It strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another State, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally, or resettle in a third country (www.unhcr.org).
ContextThis UNV assignment is part of UNHCR play area volunteer. Approximately 2,000 refugees approach Amman Khalda Registration Centre daily and require support on age, gender, and diversity lenses in line with UNHCR’s policy on Age, Gender, and Diversity (AGD) and Accountability to Affected People (AAP). The office's setup is designed to cater for the diverse needs of refugees coming for registration, resettlement, RSD and other protection interviews. Recognizing the importance of play in a child's growth and development and to further address the challenge concerning taking care of the children accompanying their parents for interviews, a child friendly play area was established for children to engage in play and different activities. The play area is not only a source of enjoyment but also serves as a secure and protected space for the children, instilling a feeling of safety amidst their challenging circumstances. By continually evolving and investing in the play area improvements, UNHCR demonstrates its dedication to promoting the children's happiness, development, and emotional well-being. Availability that his/her likeness appears on media, social media, photos and videos as it will be impossible for UNHCR to prevent such appearances on the public or external occasion s/he will perform tasks. S/He will need to understand that her/his picture will possibly be seen on the internet. Establishing the play area volunteer assignment is aiming to: 1. To provide engaging and age-appropriate entertainment for children aged 3-13 years, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. 2. To ensure a seamless and confidential experience for parents by providing a conducive setting for private interviews, free from any disturbances or interruptions. 3. To implement comprehensive safety measures and address any potential protection concerns. 4. To enable parents to fully engage in and benefit from the intended services without the burden of childcare concerns, offering a safe and supervised space for their children during their visit. Qualified Refugee candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Additional information: UN Community Volunteers (Part-time) in Jordan are entitled to: • Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of JOD 220.33; • Annual and learning leaves; • Free Medical and life insurance; and • Free access to different learning platforms. For more information on UN Volunteer benefits, entitlements and support, please visit: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service
Task DescriptionUnder the direct supervision of the Senior Community-Based Protection Assistant in Community-Based Protection, the UN Volunteer will be required to: • Share any misinformation, or tendencies among the community of refugees/asylum seekers. • Offer support and a warm welcome to all children who are visiting the UNHCR Amman Country Office. Set up play areas and make sure they are safe and secure day by day. • Lead games and supervise children. • Talk to children about their worries. • Build positive relationships with children, parents, careers, and professionals. • Deal with injuries and emergencies if needed. Desirable Skills and experience: • A previous related work experience is a plus • The ability to work well with others • To be flexible and open to change • Excellent interpersonal communication skills. • The ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure • Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations • Thinking and reasoning skills • Advanced higher education degree or relevant training and/or professional experience may be an advantage.    📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔, 𝗜𝗢𝗠 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀! 🌐  
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Competencies and values• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management
Living conditions and remarksAmman, the capital, is a peaceful city with over four million residents. People are friendly to visitors. Banking, transportation, health, and communications services are easily available. Though Arabic is the official language, English is widely spoken among the majority of the population, especially in Amman. The road network is good in terms of the spread and quality of the roads. Public transportation in Amman is limited. Taxis are relatively cheap and easily available. There are many shopping malls, restaurants, gyms, and cinemas. A large variety of accommodation options can be found; however, it is worth noting that prices in Amman have generally increased in the past few years. There are no specific security threats. Amman is a very easy city in which to live; large, has many amenities, is very modern, and is serviced by an international airport with direct flights to most capital cities. According to the UN Department of Safety & Security (UNDSS) assessment, Jordan is a family duty station (category A hardship). The UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. 






    📚 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗮 𝗝𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! 🌍🤝 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗡𝗛𝗖𝗥, 𝗪𝗙𝗣, 𝗜𝗢𝗠, 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗙, 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗦𝗦, 𝗨𝗡𝗙𝗣𝗔 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀!  🌐   





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