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Mission and objectives
Established 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.
Context
The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of IOM and the direct oversight of the Mersin Chamber of Commerce and Industry, ensuring the effective implementation of project activities in line with project objectives, work plans, and established procedures.
The mandate of the Mersin Chamber of Commerce and Industry is to represent and advocate for the interests of the business community, support sustainable economic development, facilitate trade and investment, and provide services that enhance the competitiveness and capacity of its members at both national and international levels.
In this context, the UN Volunteer (UNV), working in line with the objectives of the International Organization for Migration, will support the Chamber and its members by delivering targeted business advisory services to enterprises engaged or interested in cross-border trade. The UNV will also facilitate capacity-building trainings and foster business-to-business networking opportunities to strengthen partnerships and enhance cross-border trade and economic cooperation.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting the development of cross-border trade opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the provision of business advisory services, capacity-building activities, and stakeholder engagement. The role involves monitoring developments in local and international trade regulations, policies, and market trends to provide SMEs with up-to-date guidance and support. The incumbent facilitates trade-related trainings, business-to-business networking events, and other initiatives aimed at enhancing SMEs’ capacity to engage in cross-border trade.
The position also requires identifying and promoting business opportunities, establishing and maintaining networks with relevant stakeholders at local and international levels, and supporting the development of partnerships that contribute to trade growth. The incumbent is responsible for monitoring and updating business networking platforms and online tools, ensuring the accuracy and relevance of information available to participating SMEs.
In addition, the role includes conducting regular follow-ups with SMEs to monitor their engagement, assess progress, and provide ongoing support where needed. The incumbent contributes to project implementation through monitoring, reporting, and assessing activities against project objectives and targets, ensuring timely and effective delivery of outputs. The position performs other related duties as assigned in support of project goals and organizational priorities.
The mandate of the Mersin Chamber of Commerce and Industry is to represent and advocate for the interests of the business community, support sustainable economic development, facilitate trade and investment, and provide services that enhance the competitiveness and capacity of its members at both national and international levels.
In this context, the UN Volunteer (UNV), working in line with the objectives of the International Organization for Migration, will support the Chamber and its members by delivering targeted business advisory services to enterprises engaged or interested in cross-border trade. The UNV will also facilitate capacity-building trainings and foster business-to-business networking opportunities to strengthen partnerships and enhance cross-border trade and economic cooperation.
The incumbent is responsible for supporting the development of cross-border trade opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through the provision of business advisory services, capacity-building activities, and stakeholder engagement. The role involves monitoring developments in local and international trade regulations, policies, and market trends to provide SMEs with up-to-date guidance and support. The incumbent facilitates trade-related trainings, business-to-business networking events, and other initiatives aimed at enhancing SMEs’ capacity to engage in cross-border trade.
The position also requires identifying and promoting business opportunities, establishing and maintaining networks with relevant stakeholders at local and international levels, and supporting the development of partnerships that contribute to trade growth. The incumbent is responsible for monitoring and updating business networking platforms and online tools, ensuring the accuracy and relevance of information available to participating SMEs.
In addition, the role includes conducting regular follow-ups with SMEs to monitor their engagement, assess progress, and provide ongoing support where needed. The incumbent contributes to project implementation through monitoring, reporting, and assessing activities against project objectives and targets, ensuring timely and effective delivery of outputs. The position performs other related duties as assigned in support of project goals and organizational priorities.
Task description
Under direct supervision of National Project Officer, the UN Volunteer will undertake following task:
• Provide business advisory services to SMEs interested in engaging in cross-border trade.
• Follow latest developments and policy changes and maintain a strong understanding of local and international trade-related regulations.
• Facilitate trade-related training for SMEs.
• Facilitate business-to-business networking events.
• Identify and promote opportunities for cross-border trade among SMEs.
• Monitor, control, and submit new entries to business networking platforms and online tools.
• Conduct regular follow-ups with SMEs to ensure engagement and progress.
• Conduct meetings and establish networks locally and internationally to support cross-border trade development.
• Monitor, report on, and assess project objectives and progress.
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Provide business advisory services to SMEs interested in engaging in cross-border trade.
• Follow latest developments and policy changes and maintain a strong understanding of local and international trade-related regulations.
• Facilitate trade-related training for SMEs.
• Facilitate business-to-business networking events.
• Identify and promote opportunities for cross-border trade among SMEs.
• Monitor, control, and submit new entries to business networking platforms and online tools.
• Conduct regular follow-ups with SMEs to ensure engagement and progress.
• Conduct meetings and establish networks locally and internationally to support cross-border trade development.
• Monitor, report on, and assess project objectives and progress.
• Perform any other duties assigned by supervisor.
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