Greece: **Call for CVs GR 16/57 Cultural Mediators/Interpreters (Only EU Citizens)**

Call for CVs GR 16/57 Cultural Mediators/Interpreters (Only EU Citizens)

Position Title : Cultural Mediators/Interpreters Duty Station: Various Locations across Greece (Filippiada, Redaistos, Lavrio, Thermopyles, Ritsona, Oinofyta, Malakasa, Katsika, Derveni, Kalohori, Lesvos, Samos, Leros, Chios) Classification: Ungraded position, attractive remuneration package Type of Appointment:**Special short term contract with possibility of extension** Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible Closing Date: June 19^th, 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. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. As the leading international organization for migration, IOM acts with its partners in the international community to: assist in meeting the growing operational challenges of migration management; advance understanding of migration issues; encourage social and economic development through migration, and; uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants.

In Greece, IOM is focusing on responding to the Mediterranean migrant’s crisis, in support of the Greek Government and in cooperation with all other agencies involved. IOM currently implements interventions within the areas of emergency, preparedness and response, disaster risk reduction, livelihoods, healthcare and psychosocial assistance, assisted voluntary return of migrants, migration and development, resettlement and repatriation, family reunification, counter human trafficking, assistance to vulnerable 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:

In the framework of the emergency situation regarding the migrants, asylum seekers and refugees across Greece, IOM Athens is establishing a pool of candidates interested to join the organisation as soon as possible.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Create a first contact with the migrants and refugees and build a trust relationship with them
• Assists with interpretation and cultural mediation the migrants and refugees
• Translation of documents and materials from English or Greek to Arabic, Sorani, Farsi, Dari, Pashto, Sorani and Tigrinya
• Translates information materials to be disseminated to migrants and refugees.
• Provide general assistance to his/her supervisor during the information sessions devoted to the migrants hosted in reception camp facilities in the selected Region and at main border points;
• Assist in the mediation activity in close cooperation with IOM staff and the camp authorities in an objective and impartial way;
• Undertake duty travels as required
• Perform other duties as required for the successful implementation of the project.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

· Minimum high school degree from an accredited institution

Experience

• Ability to speak, read and write in English and Greek, as well as one of the following languages: Arabic, Sorani, Farsi, Dari, Pashto At least four years of previous relevant work experience; Experience in an international environment; Computer literacy in standard software applications (MS Office, etc)

Languages

• Knowledge of Greek;
• English is an advantage;
• Knowledge of one of the following languages: Arabic, Sorani, Farsi, Dari, Pashto, Sorani and Tigrinya is mandatory

Required Competencies

Behavioural

• Accountability – accepts and gives constructive criticism
• Client Orientation – identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work
• Continuous Learning – demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills
• Creativity and Initiative – proactively develops new ways to solve problems
• Leadership and Negotiation – convinces others to share resources
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Performance management – provide constructive feedback to colleagues
• Planning and Organizing – sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others.
• Professionalism – Works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to the relevant cultural contexts
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; works effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant cultural contexts
• Technological Awareness - proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions

Technical

• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;

• Effectively applies knowledge of relevant interpreting discipline

  Advantageous Background working with refugees or migrants will be a distinct advantage

Other

1. The position is subject to funding confirmation. 2. 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.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications (CV and Cover Letter) in English, to iomathenshr@iom.int email address**,** quoting the vacancy notice number CFCV GR 16/57 by 19^th June, 2016 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 26.05.2016 to 19.06.2016