Education Assistant Programs - International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Education Assistant (Programs)

Duty Station : Doha Qatar

Classification : General Service Staff G4

Type of Appointment : One Year Fixed Term with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 23 June 2024

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 nongovernmental 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.

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Applications are welcome from first and secondtier candidates particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the nonrepresented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies applications from qualified and eligible firsttier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible secondtier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy the following are considered firsttier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Candidates from the following nonrepresented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; GuineaBissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao Peoples Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:

All external candidates except candidates from nonrepresented member states.

Context:

Under general guidance of IOM Qatar CAS Head of Office and Senior Operations Officer the overall supervision of the Program Manager (Education) and direct supervision of the Education Officer this role encompasses supporting the Education team with program activities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the implementation of educational activities within the Education Center.

2. Work closely with the school Teachers. Contribute to ensure that all activities implemented within the Education Center are planned out and addresses the beneficiaries interests and needs whilst promoting inclusion and cultural diversity.

3. Ensure that all relevant project data (attendance lists lesson plans schedules etc.) is accurately collected archived and updated on a daily and weekly basis including breakdown reports on age and gender.

4. Assist to identify beneficiaries with good teaching skills and support them in organizing peer learning groups nonformal learning activities and communitybased teaching initiatives.

5. Regularly keep track of the beneficiaries attendance records as well as performance and learning progress for evaluation.

6. Participate in relevant meetings related to the project.

7. Contribute to the implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and project regulations as developed in the framework of the project.

8. Retrieve compile summarize and present information/data on specific education topics.

9. Draft activity reports identifying shortfalls in delivery and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.

10. Support the organization of meetings workshops and training sessions.

11. Respond to general information requests and inquiries.

12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelors degree in Political or Social Sciences International Relations Development Studies Migration Studies Human Rights Law or related fields from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience or

High School diploma with four years of relevant experience.

Experience

Experience working for the United Nations an official mission nongovernmental organization or relevant government department a distinct advantage.

Experience in providing nonformal education activities to children and adults.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a multicultural setting.

Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles

Skills

Strong organizational facilitation communication writing and presentations skills.

Ability to clearly and concisely draft reports.

Good knowledge of Word Excel and Internet.

Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.

Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines in challenging settings.

Capacity to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from various cultures and professional backgrounds.

Languages

IOMs official languages are English French and Spanish.

REQUIRED

For this position fluency in English is required

DESIRABLE

Working knowledge of Arabic Dari and Pashto is desirable.

Notes

*Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (confidential

Required Competencies

Values

respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

demonstrates ability to work in a composed competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting daytoday challenges.

Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.

Shows compassion for others makes people feel safe respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies behavioural indicators level 1

develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

produces and delivers quality results in a serviceoriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

continuously seeks to learn share knowledge and innovate.

takes ownership for achieving the Organizations priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

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

Competencies will be assessed during a competencybased interview.

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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 9 June 2024 until 23 June 2024

Eligibility:

This position is open to all nationalities. IOM Qatar will facilitate the work visa and residency permit requirements for the selected candidates.

Other

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.

Job Type: Fulltime

Pay: QAR14000.00 QAR14500.00 per month