Job Description
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.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and the direct supervision of the Field LMI Coordinator the successful candidate will be responsible to conduct structured career counseling sessions and ad hoc support to promote the inclusion of project beneficiaries in the labour market.
Responsibilities
- Conduct one-to-one or small group sessions with beneficiaries;
- Assess the educational and professional background of beneficiaries;
- Support beneficiaries to set realistic career goals and develop respective achievement plans;
- Evaluate beneficiaries’ skills and interests through aptitude assessments, interviews and individual planning;
- Organize the participation of beneficiaries in events and trainings aiming to promote their employability prospective;
- Liaise beneficiaries with available training opportunities and other educational courses;
- Contribute to the expansion of the network with private employers and coordinate with other relevant colleagues for liaising of project beneficiaries with prospective employers;
- Contribute in the organization of employability related events, trainings, workshops to various target groups;
- Collaborate with other project staff, as applicable, to ensure smooth implementation of project activities and effective liaison with labour offices and other stakeholder;
- Support in the liaison and coordination with Local Authorities;
- Develop reporting and evaluation tools, submit progress and ad hoc reports;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
High school diploma with six years of relevant experience; or,
Bachelor’s degree and/or higher in Psychology, Social Work, Law, Economics, or any other related field; postgraduate diplomas or relevant trainings in the field of career counselling will be considered an advantage
EXPERIENCE
- Experience in counselling methods, especially in relation to career counselling;
- Experience in recruitment procedures,
- Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups will be considered an advantage;
- Experience in writing reports;
- Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
SKILLS
- Very good knowledge of the legislation and procedures related to recruitment of third country nationals in Poland, including labour rights;
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, personal commitment, efficiency and flexibility;
- Ability to work with minimal supervision;
- Good level of computer literacy;
- Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and keep deadlines;
- Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.
LANGUAGES
- Proficiency in English and Polish is required.
- Ukrainian or Russian is desirable.
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.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies - Behavioural indicators – Level 2
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Required Skills
Job info
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)Org Type: Country Office - Sub Office
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Recruiting Type: General Service
Grade: G-5
Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No