Representative

Job description

Please note that this vacancy is only open to eligible staff members who have been individually notified of their eligibility to apply for positions advertised in the Accelerated Posting Compendium. Deadline for Applications: June 12, 2026: Hardship Level: H (no hardship): Family Type: Family: Residential location (if applicable): Grade: DI1: Staff Member / Affiliate Type: Professional: Reason: Regular > Regular Assignment Target Start Date: 2026-05-28 Standard Job Description: Representative Organizational Setting and Work Relationships: As the High Commissioner's senior representative in the country, the Representative provides managerial leadership and oversight to ensure UNHCR's effective performance in the country of her/his assignment. The incumbent usually manages a budget of USD 6 million and above. Reporting to the Director of the Bureau, the Representative is responsible and accountable for translating organizational and Bureau-wide objectives and policies into effective programmes. Through a continuous process of situational analysis, the Representative works with his/her team to identify strategic objectives and develop coherent, consistent and effective responses to th...