Senior Field Assistant, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh

## Senior Field Assistant, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh - Organization:UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees - Field location:Cox's Bazar - Office:UNHCR Sub-Office Cox's Bazar (BGDCO) Deadline for Applications Residential location (if applicable) Staff Member / Affiliate Type Standard Job Description Senior Field Assistant - 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 QualificationsEducation & Professional Work ExperienceYears of Experience / Degree LevelG5 - 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higherField(s) of EducationNot applicableCertificates and/or LicensesBusiness Administration Law Political Science(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)Relevant Job ExperienceEssentialNot specifiedDesirableCompletion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position.Functional Skills*IT-Computer LiteracyCO-Drafting and DocumentationCL-Multi-stakeholder Communications with Partners, Government & Community(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)Language RequirementsFor 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. Desired Candidate Profile - Demonstrated experience in Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) activities, including contingency planning, emergency response coordination, assessments, monitoring, and support to humanitarian interventions. - Demonstrated experience in Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM) or other field-based coordination roles within humanitarian operations. - Experience working with UN agencies, international NGOs (INGOs), or national NGOs in humanitarian, development, displacement, refugee, or emergency response contexts. - Excellent English language skills, including both spoken and written communication, report writing, information sharing, and coordination with multiple stakeholders. - Proven ability to work effectively with government counterparts, humanitarian partners, community representatives, and diverse stakeholders. - Strong organizational and coordination skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment. - Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in challenging field conditions. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Desirable - Experience supporting distributions, including Core Relief Items (CRIs), LPG assistance, cash assistance, or other humanitarian distribution programmes. - Experience in field monitoring, post-distribution monitoring, needs assessments, or operational data collection. - Knowledge of Rohingya and/or Chittagonian language. - Completion of relevant learning programmes, certifications, or trainings provided by UNHCR, other UN agencies, NGOs, or recognized humanitarian organizations, particularly in areas such as Emergency Preparedness and Response, CCCM, Protection, Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP), PSEA, Emergency Management, or Information Management. - Skills in photography and videography, including the ability to document activities, produce visual content, and support reporting and communication products. - Experience operating in refugee, displacement, or complex humanitarian emergency settings. - Knowledge of humanitarian coordination mechanisms and the Rohingya refugee response operation in Bangladesh. - Demonstrated ability to work across multiple operational portfolios and adapt to rotational assignments, competing priorities, and rapidly changing operational requirements. - Experience using KoboToolbox, ActivityInfo, or other digital data collection and assessment platforms for field monitoring, needs assessments, surveys, and humanitarian data collection. - Experience in designing, implementing, supervising, or analysing assessments, including household surveys, post-distribution monitoring (PDM), rapid needs assessments, and community feedback mechanisms. Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level): Occupational Safety and Health Considerations: The Rohingya Refugee Response in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, now in its ninth year, remains one of the largest and most complex refugee situations in the world. As of January 2026, more than 1.2 million Rohingya refugees reside in 33 densely populated camps across Cox's Bazar District. The operation continues to face significant protection, environmental, security, and humanitarian challenges, requiring sustained humanitarian support while increasingly focusing on resilience, preparedness, and solutions-oriented approaches. The position requires strong coordination skills, sound judgement, flexibility, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and challenging humanitarian environment. Living and Working Conditions: Additional Qualifications UNHCR Salary Calculator https://icsc.un.org/Home/SalaryScales Additional Information