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
- Identify the learning level of each UMC and ensure that they are recorded properly.
- Design and implement educational and recreational programs and remedial teaching, giving priority to the learning of Greek language.
- Develop activities for the creative use of UMC leisure time.
- Design, organize and implement educational excursions and entertainment programs in collaboration with local stakeholders, when needed.
- Observe and monitor UMCs during recreational activities, andย provide feedback to the psychosocial team and/ or to the assigned person of reference.ย
- Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.ย Education
- University degree from an accredited academic institution, corresponding toย educators of all specialties, that meets the age and needs of beneficiaries.ย Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. ย Experience
- One year of relevant work experience with similar populations would be an advantage;
- 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;
- Flexibility and capacity in conflict resolution;
- Good communication skills, personal commitment and efficiency. Languages
For this position, fluency in Greek, and English or French (certified language proficiency)ย is required (oral and written). 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.
- University degree from an accredited academic institution, corresponding toย educators of all specialties, that meets the age and needs of beneficiaries.ย Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. ย Experience
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.