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Position Title : Project Clerk
Duty Station : Bangkok, Thailand
Classification : General Service (G-3, THB 49,128.25 per month)
Type of Appointment : Special Short Term Contract Initial 9 months with possibility of extension
Desired Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 05 August 2022
Reference Code : SVN031/2022
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.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Project Assistant and overall supervision of the Project Manager in Emergency and Post-Crisis (EPC), the successful candidate will contribute to the implementation of material and service support to minority groups from Myanmar and other vulnerable migrants in Immigration Detention Centres, Shelters for Children and Families, Welfare Protection Centres for Victims of Trafficking and other locations in Thailand.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Particularly, he/she will carry out the following duties:
Provide clerical support in assessing the material and service support needs in various project locations in terms of health assistance, supplemental nutrition, non-food items (NFIs) and water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) support.
Assist EPC staff in liaising with relevant stakeholders including the informal translation of official letters and administrative preparation of meetings.
Provide clerical assistance to EPC staff on the delivery of material and service support to minority groups from Myanmar and other vulnerable migrants.
Support Project Manager in monitoring the delivery and/or installation of the materials and services, with a particular emphasis on the quality and effectiveness of the materials and services being provided to meet and exceed donor standards.
Assist Project Manager in ensuring that the donor’s visibility requirements are met and executed.
Support EPC staff in regularly updating Migrant Information Application (MIA) database.
Conduct field visits to the various locations when deemed necessary.
Perform such other duties as may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
University degree in Business Administration and/or Management, International Relations, Political Science, Social Science, or relevant field from accredited academic institution with at least 1 year of relevant working experience.
EXPERIENCE
At least two years of work experience in migration issues for non‐governmental organizations, international governmental organizations or government institutions
Sound knowledge of programme implementation and evaluation and familiarity with financial and business administration
SKILLS
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work in a multi‐cultural environment and respect diversity
Team work oriented but with a capacity to work independently
Good writing and communication skills
Computer literate with excellent knowledge of excel
LANGUAGES
Fluency in English and Thai (oral and written)
DESIRABLE 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: Establishes strong relationships with colleagues and partners; relates well to people at all levels
Delivering results: Manages time and resources efficiently, monitoring progress and making adjustments as necessary
Managing and sharing knowledge: Keeps abreast of new developments in own field of competence and creates opportunities for knowledge management initiatives
Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work
Communication: Encourages others to share their views, using active listening to demonstrate openness and to build understanding of different perspectives
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 and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring 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 neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to the IOM Bangkok Human Resources Unit at e-mail bkkrecruitment@iom.int by August 05, 2022 at the latest.
Kindly indicate the reference code SVN031/2022 followed by your full name in the subject line.
Applications should include:
a) a cover letter, indicating the dates of availability;
b) a curriculum vitae;
c) a duly completed IOM Personal History Form which can be downloaded from https://thailand.iom.int/sites/g/files/tmzbdl1371/files/Vacancies/Form/iom-personal-history-form-270122.xls.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period: From 25.07.2022 to 05.08.2022
Contact : bkkrecruitment@iom.int