The International Organization for Migration is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all and it does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM works to help ensure the olderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solution to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Context:
In the framework of the project: “Assisted Voluntary Return including Reintegration measures”, which has been designed to implement AVRR activities that shall include pre departure and counselling assistance, travel arrangements and return for 16.200 third country nationals and reintegration measures for 4,050 returnees IOM Greece will work closely with IOM Missions in transit and final destination to carry on AVRR activities.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Project Team Leader (Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration) and the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the successful incumbent will have the following responsibilities:
- Assists with interpretation for effective communication between IOM staff and beneficiaries participating in the AVRR program;
- Provide information counselling to beneficiaries participating in the AVRR;
- Conduct and administer AVRR registration procedure;
- Translates information materials to be disseminated to participants;
- Make use of Business Applications for registrations to include MIMOSA and MS Office;
- Perform other duties as required for the successful implementation of the project.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- High School diploma; Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution would be an advantage; At least two years of previous relevant work experience;
Experience
- Experience in an international setting;
- Excellent knowledge of English and Greek languages;
- Computer literacy in standard software applications;
Languages
- Proficiency in English, Greek, Kurmanji and Arabic.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
- Accountability – accepts and gives constructive criticism
- Client Orientation – identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work
- Continuous Learning – demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills
- Creativity and Initiative – proactively develops new ways to solve problems
- Leadership and Negotiation – convinces others to share resources
- Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
- Performance management – provide constructive feedback to colleagues
- Planning and Organizing – sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others.
- Professionalism – Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to the relevant cultural contexts
- Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts
- Technological Awareness – proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions
Other
- The position is subject to funding confirmation.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
