Senior Protection Assistant
UNHCR
About this role
The Senior Protection Assistant supports UNHCR protection operations for refugees and asylum seekers, ensuring adherence to international protection standards and contributing to protection strategy and community engagement. The role works within a protection team and liaises with authorities, partners and communities to uphold rights and safeguard vulnerable populations.
Skills
Qualifications
About UNHCR
unhcr.orgUNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is a global organization dedicated to saving lives and protecting the rights of refugees, forcibly displaced communities and stateless people.
Recent company news
UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyHumanitarian heroes celebrated with UNHCR Nansen Refugee Awards
Dec 10, 2025
Al JazeeraSweden’s push for an ex-IKEA CEO to lead UNHCR signals a new refugee order
Dec 11, 2025
UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyDecent Work for Refugees: Advancing Inclusion and Business Sustainability
1 month ago
United Kingdom for UNHCRCompany Charity Partnerships |Support Refugees
Oct 6, 2025
ReliefWebEmpowering refugees through mechanics: A Strategic Partnership Between UNHCR, Toyota Tsusho Corporation, and CFAO Motors
Oct 9, 2025
About UNHCR
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
Unlock Company Insights
View leadership team, funding history,
and employee contacts for UNHCR.
Salary
$68k – $94k
per year