CALL for CURRICULA 2016-12
Open to Internal and External Candidates
Position Title : Junior Project Assistant
Duty Station : Country Office Brussels, Belgium
Classification : General Service Staff, UG at 80%
Type of Appointment : Special short term, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : July 2016
Closing Date : July 15, 2016
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. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
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:
IOM has signed a convention with the Government of Luxembourg to plan and organise the assisted voluntary return and reintegration project (AVRRL), aiming at the assistance to the voluntary return and reintegration assistance of asylum seekers and persons in irregular situation in need of assistance.
IOM is also supporting the Government of Luxembourg in their resettlement operations, by facilitating the selection missions taking place in Turkey and provide pre-departure and travel assistance to those refugees identified by the Government of Luxembourg to be resettled to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission of IOM Country Office for Belgium and Luxembourg and the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the incumbent will provide technical and administrative support to:
– the assisted voluntary return and reintegration project from the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
– he resettlement supported services provided by IOM to the Government of Luxembourg
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
In the frame of the AVRRL project:
Provide general counselling to potential candidates in Luxembourg on existing voluntary return projects and, when applicable, on available reintegration opportunities in the countries of origin of the candidates;
Assist IOM migrants with the check in at the airport of Luxembourg, at the border control, customs and security check and guide them to the boarding gate;
Pay reinstallation grants in the framework of the programme possibilities to migrants whenever necessary and as instructed;
Prepare and encode candidates’ files in the appropriate database;
Assist in providing information to IOM partners network in Luxembourg to promote the voluntary return;
Informing relevant services at IOM Headquarters and other IOM Missions on departures;
Assist in compiling invoices for payment by the Accounts Department ;
Assist in coordinating the re-integration assistance with IOM Missions in countries of origin;
Participate in the development of promotional/information materials on the return and reintegration activities to be disseminated amongst partners and potential beneficiaries.
In the frame of the resettlement project:
Assist in preparing the selection mission of the Luxembourg delegation in Turkey;
Contribute to the IOM feedback mechanism on selection missions by assisting in the draft of reports based on information received by IOM Turkey and the Government of Luxembourg;
Assist in compiling narrative and financial report of the project.
Any other task that may be required.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
University degree Political or Social Science, International Relationsfrom an accredited academic institution, with one year of relevant professional experience; or
Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with two years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
Professional experience in refugee and migration related issues;
Good IT skills in relation to database management and Ms Office Package;
Good analytical skills for financial data, strong sense of details and accuracy;
Valid driving license.
Languages
Fluency in English and good knowledge of French is required. Knowledge of any other language (in particular Arabic; Serbo-Croatian) is an asset.
Required Competencies
Behavioural
Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.
Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter
Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
Resource Mobilization – works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this Call for Curricula 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.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications – Personal History Form and Cover Letter to iombrusselsapplications@iom.int by July 15, 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement number CFCV 2016-12.
To download Personal History Form please refer to:
http://eea.iom.int/images/Download/IOM_Personal_History_Form.xls
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts applications duly completed.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period:
From 05.07.2016 to 15.07.2016
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