Interpretation Support Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading intergovernmental organization that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants alike. Established in 1951, IOM has grown to include 173 member states and offices in over 100 countries. The organization aims to promote humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, focusing on the needs of migrants and the communities they are part of. IOM's mission includes addressing the challenges of migration, supporting the rights of migrants, and fostering international cooperation on migration issues.

Job Overview:
The Interpretation Support Officer will play a crucial role in facilitating the integration of refugees into the labor market through the project 'Promotion of the integration of the refugee population into the labor market.' This position involves close collaboration with national authorities and aims to develop a stable and effective approach to support beneficiaries through vocational training, Greek language courses, and traineeships. The successful candidate will be responsible for outreach and interpretation activities within accommodation facilities, assisting project teams during field visits, and ensuring effective communication with beneficiaries. The role requires planning and implementing operational plans for interpretation needs, particularly focusing on outreach activities and vocational training processes. Additionally, the officer will provide interpretation support for traineeship components and assist beneficiaries in accessing relevant information and services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support outreach and interpretation activities within accommodation facilities in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Assist project teams during field visits, meetings, and communication with beneficiaries.
• Plan and implement operational plans for interpretation needs in coordination with National Project Coordinators.
• Provide interpretation support for traineeship components and vocational training, including written translations of necessary documents.
• Assist beneficiaries with relevant information and support as needed.
• Provide regular inputs to the Information Management Assistant for project-related data collection concerning interpretation services.
• Support beneficiaries in communicating with service providers under the traineeship components.
• Conduct regular visits to accommodation sites to inform beneficiaries about upcoming project events.
• Perform written translations whenever required. 1
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• University degree in Languages or Social Sciences from an accredited institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or a high school degree/certificate with four years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in working in a migration/refugee setting is considered an advantage.
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in using computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerApps, etc.) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
• Experience in handling web-based management systems is beneficial.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree in Languages or Social Sciences from an accredited academic institution. Alternatively, a high school degree or certificate with four years of relevant professional experience is acceptable. Accredited universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database, ensuring that candidates have received a recognized and quality education.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have at least two years of relevant professional experience if they hold a university degree, or four years of relevant experience if they have a high school diploma. Experience in a migration or refugee setting is highly regarded, as is experience working in a multi-cultural environment. Familiarity with office software and web-based management systems is also essential for this role.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Greek (both written and oral) is mandatory. Additionally, fluency in Urdu and Pashto (written and oral) is required. Knowledge of Farsi and/or Dari will be considered an asset. Proficiency in the required languages will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Additional Notes:
This position is subject to local recruitment, meaning only candidates holding a valid residence and work permit for Greece will be eligible for consideration. The appointment will be contingent upon certification of medical fitness, verification of residency, visa, and necessary authorizations by the concerned government. IOM maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding conduct that contradicts the organization's aims and objectives, including discrimination and harassment. IOM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process and only accepts applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system.