Senior Repatriation Assistant
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring a Senior Repatriation Assistant in Yaounde, Cameroon on a temporary basis to support voluntary repatriation activities. The role involves interviewing candidates and providing logistical support.
- Role
- Senior Repatriation Assistant
- Organization
- UNHCR
- Location
- Yaounde, Cameroon
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Other
The role
The Senior Repatriation Assistant will support the planning, coordination, and implementation of voluntary repatriation activities. They will interview candidates for voluntary repatriation, ensure informed decisions are made, and provide logistical and administrative support.
What you'll do
- Interview candidates for voluntary repatriation
- Ensure informed decisions are made based on up-to-date information
- Provide logistical and administrative support to voluntary repatriation border-crossing/return movements
- Assist in assessing the specific needs of vulnerable categories of returnees during return movements
What it takes
- 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
- Knowledge of UNHCR's protection mandate and operations
- Good knowledge of IT-Computer Literacy, PR-Protection-related guidelines, standards and indicators, and UN-UN/UNHCR Mandate and Global Strategic Priorities
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Yaounde, Cameroon.
What is the compensation for this position?
Compensation is not specified in the job description.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 2 years relevant experience with a High School Diploma or 1 year with a Bachelor's degree, and knowledge of UNHCR's protection mandate and operations.
How can I apply for this position?
Applications should be submitted by August 5, 2026.
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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