Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.
ย Context
In the framework of the situation regarding the migrants, asylum seekers and refugees across Greece, IOM Greece is establishing a pool of candidates interested to join the organization as soon as possible. The action under which the candidates will be selected shall contribute to the provision of targeted care interventions to the unaccompanied children (UMC) residing in Greece. Therefore, IOM will capitalize on its extensive experience on the areas of child protection so as to provide tailored support and interventions to the UMC by offering accommodation and care services.
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator/Field Office Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Facility Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing daily care to UMC in the assigned accommodation facility.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย
- Support the daily operations of the facility, according to the instructions of the facility coordinator and work to create a supportive and protective environment, working individually and collectively with the UMC.
- Ensure security of accommodated UMC at all times, including during night, weekends and public holidays. In the event of a crisis or urgency, undertake incident management, inform other staff and/ or the supervisor and receive relevant instructions and notify local authorities if needed according to relevant instructions. Taking measures for the prevention of damages of equipment and building structures of the facility, while training UMC in respecting and functionally using them.
- Have an overview of the general hygiene and living conditions in accommodation rooms, in cooperation with the UMC and facility staff (cleaners) and based on the daily routines and regulations identified in the facility.ย
- In cooperation with other staff members in the facility, organize the UMCโs daily routine and structured daily activities, in the context of the implementation of the individualized daily schedule. Provide support to educational and recreational activities, as needed.
- Escort them to social and/or medical services when necessary.
- Support the UMC on night-time preparations and be present during night shifts.
- Assist with the distribution of basic goods. Notify the supervisor if further items and distributions are needed and care for on time replacement, reception and storing of the items.
- Check the conditions of food and ensure that all meals are served in the agreed times.
- Assist the UMC in accessing laundry services and issue laundry schedules.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Education
- High school degree/certificate with relevant working experience; or
- At least certified two years work experience on care and protection of Unaccompanied Minors. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. ย Experience
- Previous experience in a similar role preferred;
- Previous experience at an IOM Emergency Accommodation Facility will be considered an asset;
- Familiar with direct assistance to migrants and/or refugees preferred;
- Experience in working in a multi-cultural environment an advantage. Skills
- Computer literacy in standard software applications (MS Office, etc) will be considered an asset;
- Willingness to work in day/night shifts, during holidays and weekends;
- Valid driverโs license with at least five years driving experience an advantage.
- Good communication skills, personal commitment, efficiency and flexibility. Languages
REQUIRED
For this position, fluency in Greekย ย is required (oral and written).
DESIRABLE
Working knowledge of English, French or any other language of communication with beneficiaries an advantage. IOMโs official languages are English, French and Spanish. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. ย Required Competencies ย IOMโs competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process. ย Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.