Senior Protection Associate
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring an in-office Senior Protection Associate in Ankara, Türkiye, to monitor protection trends and provide legal guidance in accordance with international standards.
- Role
- Senior Protection Associate
- Organization
- UNHCR
- Location
- Ankara, Türkiye
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Policy & Advocacy
- Apply by
- 2026-06-26
The role
The Senior Protection Associate will support the UNHCR Protection Unit in Türkiye by ensuring that protection standards, operational procedures, and delivery practices align with international guidelines. The incumbent will monitor and analyze protection trends, provide legal guidance to partners, and assist in drafting position papers and capacity-building materials. This role requires collaboration with national counterparts to address protection gaps, including issues related to child protection and gender-based violence. The position involves documenting observations to support evidence-based advocacy and representing the office on protection-related matters.
What you'll do
- Monitor and analyze protection trends, risks, and responses.
- Provide protection and legal guidance to internal teams and partners.
- Draft position papers, guidance notes, and operational recommendations.
- Develop and deliver capacity-building and training materials.
- Document and report on protection activities to support evidence-based advocacy.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, International Relations, or Social Sciences.
- Minimum 4 years of relevant professional experience in protection, asylum, or migration.
- Mother tongue fluency in Turkish and excellent command of English.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and drafting skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Annual leave at 2.5 days per month, sick leave at 2 days per month, and optional Cigna Health Insurance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this is an in-office position based in Ankara, Türkiye.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, at least 4 years of professional experience in migration or protection, and native-level Turkish proficiency with excellent English.
How and by when should I apply?
You must apply through the UNHCR Workday portal by June 26, 2026.
What is the nature of this contract?
This is an Individual Contractor agreement, which is a contract of limited duration rather than a permanent staff position.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNHCR's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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