Mission and objectivesEstablished in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration and is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. IOM is part of the United Nations system, as a related organization. IOM supports migrants across the world, developing effective responses to the shifting dynamics of migration and, as such, is a key source of advice on migration policy and practice. The organization works in emergency situations, developing the resilience of all people on the move, and particularly those in situations of vulnerability, as well as building capacity within governments to manage all forms and impacts of mobility. The Organization is guided by the principles enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, including upholding human rights for all. Respect for the rights, dignity and well-being of migrants remains paramount.
ContextThe 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. Every year, the UNITE Campaign focuses on a specific theme. The campaign calls on citizens to show how much they care about ending violence against women and girls by sharing the actions they are taking to create a world free from violence towards women. IOM in cooperation with UNV has established a Special Programme Initiative, aiming at engaging UN Volunteers to support IOM and in particular the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign in Turkiye. The selected national UN Community Volunteer will support IOM Tรผrkiye in organizing local events and maintaining regular communication with communities and volunteers. In addition, they will contribute to activities related to volunteer engagement and management, community outreach, awareness-raising, and the promotion of volunteerism.
Task DescriptionUnder the direct supervision of IOM Field Coordinator, the national UN Community Volunteer will: -Assist OM in organizing local events such as meetings, panel discussions, or webinars at the community level, in line with IOM's planned activities; - Support the coordination of Volunteers; - Assist in arranging online calls, meetings, and sessions with Volunteers; - Contribute to outreach process for the identification and engagement of Volunteers; - Support the translation of documents into the local languages and provide assistance to Volunteers; - Facilitate Volunteer in engagement in IOM activities through online platforms and tools; - Provide support to Volunteers regarding documentation and engagement processes; - Assist with the onboarding of Volunteers, in close coordination with partnering UN entities; - Provide guidance and ongoing support to Volunteers throughout their assignments, including assistance with reporting; - Create, update, and maintain accurate Volunteer records, ensuring data consistency and other internal tracking tools; - Perform any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.
Competencies and valuesโข Accountability โข Adaptability and flexibility โข Creativity โข Judgement and decision-making โข Planning and organising โข Professionalism โข Self-management
Living conditions and remarksUN Community Volunteers are expected to be recruited locally and work within their communities. For this specific assignment, if the selected UN Community Volunteer is required to travel or attend specific events, travel and daily meal expenses will be covered by the host entity. Upon successful completion of the assignment, UN Community Volunteers will receive a UNV Certificate of Service. This is a volunteer assignment, not employment. By sharing your time, energy, and talents, you can support communities in need and become part of something greater than yourself โ a global movement for peace, development, and humanitarian aid. Volunteering strengthens trust, solidarity, and reciprocity among citizens, and it can promote a sense of belonging and purpose. The UN Volunteers are responsible for arranging her/his own housing and other living essentials within UNV contract period. Summary of this national UN Volunteer Entitlements: โข Private insurance: Health, dental, life, and dismemberment (coverage by CIGNA) โข Certificate of Service โข Experience with UN programmes โข There will be no payment, stipend, or any allowances. UN Volunteer supporting SPI in Europe and Central Asia region: The support provided by the UN Volunteer for tasks supporting the host UN entity in the region of Europe and Central Asia is a Special Programme Initiative (SPI) by UNV. SPIs respond to volunteer-specific needs of the United Nations system and donor entities. They are established by specific policy documents that address the desired programmatic aims and broader SDGsโ outcomes in line with UNV guiding principles. UN Volunteers for this SPI in the Europe and Central Asia region are governed by the particular conditions set out in their offers and contracts.