**Deadline for Applications** January 18, 2026 **Hardship Level (not applicable for home\-based)** A (least hardship) **Family Type (not applicable for home\-based)** Family **Staff Member / Affiliate Type** UNOPS LICA6 **Target Start Date** 2026\-04\-01 **Terms of Reference** * Proven experience working with vulnerable population, including refugees. * Solid knowledge of Peruvian legislation regarding access to documentation and State services, including the social protection system. * Demonstrated technical skills in assisting in the development and strengthening of national capacities * Comprehensive understanding of resettlement as a durable solution for refugees and other persons of concern to UNHCR as well as of the specific challenges in the Peruvian context, especially those related to (i) protection risk refugees face in Peru, (ii) administrative obstacles and practices in the implementation of legislation and access to rights and services, (iii) practical challenges refugees faced in local integration in Peru. * Excellent interpersonal skills, strong coordination, organization, and communication skills as well as the ability to work independently and under significant pressure to meet tight deadlines.. * Fluency in Spanish and working knowledge of English (minimum B2 overall). Person interested in applying for this position should be legally present in the country at the time of application, recruitment, and appointment. Please note that this position will be located at Lima, Peru on presential modality and is offered as a Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA / UNOPS) for six months. Extension is subject to operational needs, budget, and performance. Only short\-listed candidates will be notified and might be requested to sit a test. No late applications will be considered. Recruitment as a UNHCR staff member is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid\-19\. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the information submitted during the application. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision, or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training, or any other fees). The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. **Standard Job Description** ---------------------------- Durable Solutions Associate Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Durable Solutions Associate reports to a more senior Durable Solutions or Protection colleague. The incumbent is relied upon to contribute to the implementation of a durable solutions strategy. S/he works closely with protection, programme and field staff, contributes to fostering an environment to enhance partnerships is a critical element of the work, as are activities designed to strengthen the involvement of refugee communities and their hosts in the design and implementation of solutions strategies. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross\-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity. Duties * Provide counselling to refugees and other persons of concern (POC) to identify the most appropriate durable solution and to enable them to make a well\-informed decision. * Interview candidates for voluntary repatriation and prepare documentation for their return, in line with Voluntary Repatriation SOPs. * Interview and prepare Resettlement Referral Forms (RRF), in line with Resettlement SOPs. * Interview candidates for local integration and prepare the appropriate documentation for onward submission to local authorities or partners, in line with Local Integration SOPs. * Assist in updating the electronic database for resettlement, voluntary repatriation and local integration, in line with Standard Operating Procedures. * Process documentation to ensure that POC receive the documents required for their durable solutions in a timely manner. * Prepare statistical and ad\-hoc reports to ensure accurate information is available and shared with relevant offices and partners. * Interview and advise on the appropriate durable solution to be provided to POC. * Prepare documents relating to durable solutions. * Enter information into available database, in line with SOPs. * Draft and submit reports relating to durable solutions. * Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s). * Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education \& Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level For G6 \- 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher Field(s) of Education Not applicable. Certificates and/or Licenses HCR Protection Induction Prog; (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk\* are essential) Relevant Job Experience Essential Not specified. Desirable Diverse field experience. Experience in interviewing. Functional Skills DM\-Database Management IT\-Microsoft Office Productivity Software (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk\* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates. **Required Languages** ---------------------- English , , **Desired Languages** --------------------- Spanish , , **Additional Qualifications** ----------------------------- *Skills* DM\-Database Management, IT\-Microsoft Office Productivity Software *Education* *Certifications* HCR Protection Induction Prog \- UNHCR *Work Experience* **Other information** This position doesn't require a functional clearance **Remote** No