International Organization for Migration Hiring for Operations Assistant Interpreter – G5 Job at Doha Full Time

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Job Title: Operations Assistant Interpreter – G5

Duty Station: Doha, Qatar

Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G5

Type of Appointment: Special Short Term (SST) Graded – 9 months

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Reference Number: QA – 2022 – 40

Closing Date: September 20, 2022

Number of Positions: 2 positions

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, 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.

Under the general supervision of the Sr. Operations Officer and the direct supervision of Movement & Operations Officer, the Operations Assistant (Field Support is responsible for undertaking movement operations activities in the field, with the following duties and responsibilities:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Perform airport services, such as flight arrival/departure (in-bound and out-bounds) processes, check-in/out, luggage formalities, immigration procedures, security screening systems and customs clearance; to escort arriving individuals to ground transportation and departing individuals to their gates; ensuring individuals with special needs or equipment receive appropriate support.

2. Ensure the premedical departure and pre -embarkation check to determine fit to travel and escorting of medical vulnerable and sick beneficiaries and provide assistance facilities for extended periods and during night periods when needed, ensuring the needs of individuals are met throughout their stay. coordinating with medical center’s requests regarding notifying patients for follow-ups or any other medical checks and to make sure that the message is delivered to the beneficiary accordingly.

3. Liaising between IOM, DoD, TMC, local hospitals and beneficiaries, supervise all medical cases as initial appointments, follow-ups, medical records, medications, and tracking. coordinates all transportation, police, and IOM escort related to the medical cases, hospitals, and other medical institutes.

4. Facilitate communication, through interpretation and / or translation, in verbal or written language between IOM staff, health providers and beneficiaries.

5. Assist in translating information materials/ documents and other needed information used for individual and/ or group related to beneficiaries.

6. Provide regular work progress feedback and report to the the Chief of Mission, Program Lead, supervisor, partners (PRM) and relevant team members and keep updating of the weekly Sitreps.

7. Maintain and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of all relevant paperwork in line with standards of conduct and data protection rules.

8. Perform all other operational and translational related activities and other duties inherent to the position.

EDUCATION

• Five years of working experience with secondary [high school] education; three years of working experience with Bachelor’s degree.

**Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

EXPERIENCE

• Prior Movement Operations, transportation-related and/or management experience a strong advantage.

SKILLS

• Strong computer skills – Word, Excel and Internet.

LANGUAGES

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of Persian or Arabic is an advantage.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding availability.
• This is a local position, but is open to all nationals allowed to work in Qatar. The selected candidate will be offered a local Fixed Term contract.
• This position requires a valid QID (Qatari ID). IOM will assist the selected candidates in their application for QID but cannot guarantee it will be granted by the Qatari Government.
• Qatari citizens and legal residents with authorization to work in Qatar at the time of the application are encouraged to apply for this position.
• Local applicants will be required to provide a NOC (No Objection Certificate from the current sponsor in Qatar). All appointments will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit and verification of visa and work permit.
• Vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for all IOM personnel. Proof of full vaccination (2 doses + booster) should be provided at the time of recruitment by the selected candidates.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

COMPETENCIES

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

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 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

• 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.

IOM COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK

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.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested External candidates are expected to submit their applications in English – Personal History Form or CV and a Cover Letter.

Please submit your applications by Tuesday, 20 September 2022 – Qatar time midnight at the latest. Late submissions will not be considered.

Kindly note that for efficiency reasons, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No Fees: IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee).

POSTING PERIOD:

From 13.09.2022 to 20.09.2022

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Are you a Qatari National?
• Do you have previous UN / IOM Experience?

Experience:

• Operations/Airport Field: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Persian or Arabic (Required)

Application Deadline: 20/09/2022