About the Board:
The Refugee Advisory Board (GER-RAB) was established by the German government to ensure the representation of refugees in international forums and policy discussions. The board aims to incorporate the interests, perspectives, and knowledge of refugees into national and global refugee policies.
Role of GER-RAB:
- 12 representatives advising the Federal Government on refugee policy
- Enabling refugees in Germany to participate in policy development
- Advocating for refugee interests in regional and international forums
Benefits:
- Board members appointed for two years
- Receive expense allowance, training, and support
Eligibility:
- Must have refugee status, applied for asylum, or experienced displacement
- Leadership experience in refugee-led organizations
- Engagement in global refugee policy discussions and networks
- Expertise in gender, education, economic integration, protection, resettlement, etc.
- Ability to work in German and English
- Commitment of at least five hours per month for 24 months
Application:
- Selection committee evaluates applications based on set criteria
- Successful candidates will be interviewed from 23 – 27 September 2024
Deadline: 9 September 2024
How to apply?
Send the application requirements in German or English in one document in Word- and/or PDF format to GER-RAB@bicc.de by 9 September 2024.
Application Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Two letters of recommendation
- Personal statement (max. 500 words) describing qualifications, goals, and contributions to GER-RAB
Join us in advocating for the rights of refugees in Germany by applying to the GER-RAB!
