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. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

General Functions:

The Syria crisis is entering its fifth year and millions of Syrians continue to seek refuge in neighbouring countries including Turkey. It is estimated that over 12.2 million individuals inside Syria now require humanitarian assistance and 7.6 million are internally displaced (SRP 2015-2016). Over 4 million Syrians have fled as refugees (UNHCR).

As of 01 May 2016, Turkey is hosting over 2,7 million Syrian refugees. Over 260,000 reside in 25 camps (over 9% of the total Syrian refugees) across South East Turkey and the remaining live outside of camps (around 91%). Of the 2.5 million living outside of camps, the majority are spread across Turkey, with the majority residing in the border provinces, Sanliurfa, Hatay as well as Istanbul, Mersin, and Adana.

In October 2014, the Government of Turkey adapted the Temporary Protection (TP) Regulation that extends protection and assistance to all Syrians in Turkey and provides refugees with rights and duties and the framework to access health care, education, and social assistance.

Under the overall supervision of the National Project Officer (MA&MM)  based in Gaziantep, administrative supervision of the Head of Sub Office based in Sanliurfa and direct supervision of the Project Field Coordinator in Sanliurfa, the incumbent will be responsible in providing support in the project implementation of the above-mentioned project component in the Municipality Center in Sanliurfa.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide computer training (Microsoft Office) to migrants and refugees.
2. Maintain and provide weekly attendance sheet and report of the refugees and migrants to the Education Counsellor of the Sanliurfa Metropolitan Municipality Migrant Information and Coordination Center.
3. Plan and assist social and cultural periodical activities by the project management team for migrants and refugees.
4. Provide input and share observation during case discussion with other relevant actors when required.
5. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Experience:

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Management, Education or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
• Completed High School degree in above field with four years of relevant experience.
• Previous teaching and training background in MS Office;
• Excellent command in Turkish Language is required;
• Proven analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Excellent level of computer literacy,
• Experience in liaising with migrant communities and vulnerable groups;
• Proven good communicational, analytical and mediation skills.

Languages:

• Turkish (Fluent)
• English and Arabic (Advantage)

Required Competencies

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

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

• 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 action and delegated work.

Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

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 e-mail or to IOM Birlik Mahallesi Sehit Kurbani Akboga Sokak No:24 Cankaya, Ankara by the end of 29 July 2019.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.