Project Assistant (Cultural Mediation) - PASSIM 4

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.
  Context

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the Director of the Coordination Office for the Mediterranean, Chief of Mission in Italy and Malta, and the direct supervision of the Integration Specialist and Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of project “PASSIM4 – First Health Assistance for Rescue at Sea Operations” which will be implemented in Lampedusa and Roccella Jonica.

1. Provide general linguistic support and interpretation services to PASSIM4 health teams (doctors and nurses) involved in rescue at sea operations on the Italian Coast Guard patrol vessels in Lampedusa and Roccella Jonica;
2. Support the health teams identifying vulnerable groups among the migrants rescued by the PASSIM 4 interventions;
3. Remain available to participate in rescue operations at sea on the Italian Coast Guard patrol vessels, as required by the PASSIM 4 team;
4. Participate in all the training sessions envisaged by the PASSIM 4 project (i.e. health assessment, psychological first aid, gender-based violence, human trafficking, intercultural communication, stress management and burn-out prevention);
5. Support the PM in reporting on any issue related to migrants rescued to be provided within the PASSIM 4;
6. Support with any relevant administrative and procurement procedure to be implemented locally in Lampedusa and Roccella Jonica;
7. Any other related services, as requested. Education  
   • High School Diploma with 3 (three) years of professional experience 

     or 

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     • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited academic institution with one year of professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.   Experience
       • Experience in the field of migrants’ assistance; 
       • Working experience in the field of cultural mediation and migrants’ health, with a particular focus on migratory vulnerability and integration to health services;
       • Previous experience with international organizations, NGOs and/or EU Agencies would be an asset. Skills
         • Knowledge of the Italian Immigration Act with specific reference to the international protection holders status;
         • Knowledge of the International Health Regulation at arrivals via sea in Italy;
         • Driving license is required. Languages

           For this position, fluency in Italian  (oral and written) and mother tongue in at least one of the following languages is required: 

           English, French, Arabic, Bengali, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, Turkish, Pharsi, Pashto

           Knowledge of Tigrinya, Somali, Amharic would be considered an asset.

               Required Competencies   IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.   Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
         • 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.
8. Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 1)
9. Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.