Project Clerk (Cultural Mediation)

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
  Context

Under the overall supervision of the Director, Coordination Office for the Mediterranean and Chief of Mission for Italy and Malta, and the direct supervision of the Integration Specialist and Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the Project Management Team based in Italy with the implementation of the activities under the THAMM Plus Project. 

The THAMM Plus programme builds on and complements the regional action “Towards a Holistic Approach to Labour Migration Governance and Labour Mobility in North Africa” (THAMM) phase I and II funded by the EU Trust Fund for Africa and phase III funded by the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation (NCIDI)-Global Europe (NDICI-GE).

1. Provide (in language) general information on national laws and administrative procedures connected to labour and social inclusion, as well as access to services; 
2. Translate and/or update non-official customized information materials for labour migrants coming to Italy as part of the labour mobility scheme; 
3. Support the monitoring of migrant workers’ inclusion in the workplace and in Italy, including the compilation and submission of monitoring questionnaires, if needed; 
4. Support the Project Management Team in maintaining regular communication with beneficiaries;
5. Assist with administrative tasks in the  financial and procurement aspects related to the project implementation, in line with IOM rules and regulation;
6. Support relocation beneficiaries on air and ground transportation during national and international movements, if required; 
7. Undertake duty travel, if required; 
8. Performs other duties as assigned.  Education
   • High school diploma with three years of relevant experience; or
   • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited academic institution with one year of professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
     • Experience in the field of migration, with a particular focus on migrants’ inclusion, access to services and labour market integration; 
     • At least three years of experience in offering direct assistance and counselling to migrant communities in Italy; 
     • Previous experience with international organizations, NGOs and/or EU Agencies would be an asset.  Skills
       • In-depth knowledge of socio-economic inclusion aspects of migration; 
       • Strong organizational, facilitation, communication, writing and presentations skills, in a multi-cultural setting; 
       • Knowledge the Italian Immigration Act and other national regulations for migrant workers; 
       • Proficiency in a Microsoft Office environment and office software packages. Languages
         • For this position, fluency in Italian, French and Arabic is required (oral and written);
         • Knowledge of English is considered an asset. IOM’s 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.   Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   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.
9. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
10. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via WAVE, IOM e-Recruitment System.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Rome, Italy, on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

Submitting the following documents is optional:

a) CV or PHF (Personal History Form – available here: IOM Personal History Form.xls)

b) Cover Letter

For further information on how to apply, please refer to: https://www.iom.int/how-apply 

Candidates who do not possess the above requested qualifications will not be taken into consideration.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.