Kindly note that this job is placed in Dikili, IZMIR

General Functions:  

Under the overall supervision of Emergency coordinator and the supervision of the  Project  assistant, the incumbent is responsible for the implementation and guiding of the project activities of “Multi-sectoral assistance to Syrian refugees displaced by the conflict in Turkey and provision of Humanitarian Assistance to Migrants Rescued at sea" action focusing on the rescue at sea

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist day to day implementation of the rescue at the activity under the project “Supporting Refugees and Migrants through a consolidated Mediterranean and Flow Monitoring Response" action, as assigned and ensures that operational of the project are carried in accordance with the agreed project schedule.
• Identify the humanitarian needs of migrants rescued by TCG and coordinate the distribution of food, non-food items and transportation to the migrants/refugees in close coordination with the TCG, gendarmerie and police in the district.
• Assist the process of referring the vulnerable migrants who has special needs.
• Assist the coordination of needs assessment for the Turkish Coast guard in relation to migrants at sea.
• Report on daily activities to the Head of Izmir Sub Office and identify any bottleneck in the operation
• Coordinate with project team and procurement team on supplies and items needed for the operation
• Support in identifying suppliers, services and locations needed for the project
• Performs any other duties assigned by the project assistant.

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

1. Having University degree,
2. Having experience in relevant field,
3. Having experience on implementing emergency/humanitarian project is an asset
4. Being able to travel,
5. Proven analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills
6. Good level of computer literacy.
7. Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, other national / international institutions

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Turkish is required.  
• Knowledge of Arabic, Farsi, and French is an advantage.

Required Competencies

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity:

Shows respect and sensitivity towards gender, culture, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, political conviction and other differences.

• Encourages the inclusion of all team members and stakeholders while demonstrating the ability to work constructively with people with different backgrounds and orientations.

• Promotes the benefits of diversity; values diverse points of view and demonstrate this in daily work and decision making.

• Challenges prejudice, biases and intolerance in the workplace.

• Integrity and transparency:

Upholds and promotes the Standards of Conduct and Unified Staff Regulations and Rules.

• Delivers on commitments; manages the organization’s resources reliably and sustainably.

• Embraces and encourages transparency, balancing this with the need for discretion and confidentiality as appropriate.

• Maintains impartiality and takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour.

• Does not abuse one’s position and acts without consideration of personal gain. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns.

• Professionalism:

Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter and willingness to improve knowledge and skills.

• Seeks to raise professional standards in self and others through daily work and activities.

• Adapts quickly to change and is decisive and versatile in face of uncertainty.

• Shows self-control and persistence when faced with difficult problems and remains calm in stressful situations.

• Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators level 1

• Teamwork: Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and partners; relates well to people at all levels.

• Is fully aware of the team purpose, respects and understands individual and collective responsibilities.

• Willingly puts in extra effort without being asked and adopts a "hands-on" approach whenever necessary to achieve team objectives.

• Coordinates own work with that of the team to meet agreed priorities and deadlines.

• Delivering Results:

•Produces quality results and provides quality services to clients.

• Meets goals and timelines for delivery of products or services.

• Manages time and resources efficiently, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary.

• Shows understanding of own role and responsibilities in relation to expected results.

• Managing and sharing knowledge:

•Keeps abreast of new developments in own field of competence and creates opportunities for knowledge management initiatives.

• Shares knowledge and learning willingly, and proactively seeks to learn from the experiences of others.

• Puts new learning into practice and draws on diverse sources of ideas and inspiration.

• Contributes to the identification of improvements to work processes and assists in implementing them.

• Accountability:

•Accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of work.

• Takes ownership of all responsibilities within own role and honours commitments to others and to the Organization.

• Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules.

• Accepts and gives constructive criticism; acknowledges and corrects mistakes and apply lessons learned for improvement.

• Communication:

•Presents information using language and sequence of ideas that is easy for recipients to understand.

• Adapts communication to the recipient’s needs, asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.

• Encourages others to share their views, using active listening to demonstrate openness and to build understanding of different perspectives.

• Listens carefully and genuinely to the views and positions of others; acts on received information.

Other:

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

Please be advised that this is a local position and as such only applications from candidates with a valid residence / working permit residing in Turkey will be considered.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are requested to submit their application including the most recent CV with a cover letter in English with contact details (name, position, phone and e-mail details) of three references by indicating  name of the position applied with its VN number in the subject line of the e-mail to listed address or to IOM Birlik Mahallesi Sehit Kurbani Akboga Sok. No:24  06610, Çankaya, Ankara Turkey by the end of 30 August 2019.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.