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Call for CVs GR 19/12 Program Assistant (Shelters)
Position Title: Program Assistant (Shelters)
Duty Station : Athens, Greece
Classification: Ungraded position, attractive remuneration package
Type of Appointment: Special short-term contract with possibility of extension
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to: assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management; advance understanding of migration issues; encourage social and economic development through migration, and; uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants.
In Greece, IOM is focusing on responding to the Mediterranean migrant’s crisis, in support of the Greek Government and in cooperation with all other agencies involved. IOM currently implements interventions within the areas of emergency, preparedness and response, disaster risk reduction, livelihoods, healthcare and psychosocial assistance, assisted voluntary return of migrants, migration and development, resettlement and repatriation, family reunification, counter human trafficking, assistance to vulnerable migrants.
Context:
In the framework of the emergency situation regarding the migrants, asylum seekers and refugees across Greece, IOM Greece is establishing a pool of candidates interested to join the organisation.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Under the overall supervision of the Program Coordinator, the successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:
• Assist with the coordination of the activities related to the provision of assistance and protection of unaccompanied minors within the shelters;
• Oversees and coordinates all the protection related issues of the unaccompanied minors accommodated at the shelters in coordination with the Shelter Coordinators;
• Proposes and produces management tools such as guidance notes to staff of the Program;
• Participates and organizes meeting with staff of the shelters;
• Maintains regular communication with donors, partners, migrant and asylum communities in Greece as well as with Greek national authorities (EKKA, Pubic Prosecutor, etc.) related with the migration and asylum of unaccompanied minors;
• Organizes working meetings with the Program’s relevant stakeholders also keeping minutes in English;
• Organizes program events (venues, communication, presentations, invitations, guest list) etc.;
• Prepare reports of the project on a monthly basis;
• Monitoring visits at the shelters;
• Provide guidance and advice with regards crisis management;
• Assist and provide advice to staff members under the project;
• Secures project implementation according to IOM rules and regulations (to include procurement, non-conflict of interest etc.);
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
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.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
• Bachelor degree from an accredited University with 2 years of relevant working experience, or high school degree with 4 years of relevant experience;
Experience
• Experience in child protection would be considered as an advantage;
• Experience in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with international institutions;
• Strong organizational, facilitation, communication, writing and presentations skills;
• Experience in working in a multi-cultural environment;
• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
Languages
• Proficiency in Greek and English and/or other prevalent language spoken amongst the communities residing in IOM accommodation centres
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 – pro actively 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 - pro actively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions
Technical
• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations
• Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners
• Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives
Other
1. The position is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. Appointment will be subject to the provision of the relevant to the position degree(s), professional licenses and/or criminal record certificate.
How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications (CV and Cover Letter) in English, to Αυτή η διεύθυνση ηλεκτρονικού ταχυδρομείου προστατεύεται από τους αυτοματισμούς αποστολέων ανεπιθύμητων μηνυμάτων. Χρειάζεται να ενεργοποιήσετε τη JavaScript για να μπορέσετε να τη δείτε. email address, quoting the vacancy notice number CFCV GR 19/12 by 20th January, 2019 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
