Finance Assistant & Administrative Assistant & Early Childhood Care and Development (EECD) Expert

The International Organization for Migration (IOM)
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29 Jul 2016
11 August 2016

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title	:	Early Childhood Care and Development (EECD) Expert
Duty Station	:	Bangkok, Thailand
Classification	:	General Service Staff (Ungraded: THB 23,300 per month)
Type of Appointment	:	Special Short-Term Contract, 06 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date	:	As soon as possible

Closing Date	:	August 09, 2016
Reference Code	:	THVN No. 030/2016

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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the general supervision of the Migrant Assistant Unit Project Officer in Bangkok, Thailand, and the direct supervision of the Project Officer of the Child Care Services and Psychosocial Assistance programme at the Bangkok Immigration Detention Centre (IDC), the incumbent will be assigned to the following duties and responsibilities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Provide migrant children within a detention setting with recreational activities based on their unique needs resulting from their personal histories.

Collaborate with project staff, including psychologist, on daily needs of the children, in preparing activity plans and assessments for the children based on individual achievements.

Ensures that material is culturally appropriate for a broad spectrum of cultural backgrounds.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Thai National

Education and training to the possession of a degree in child development, child and adult psychology, psychometrics and ECD specialists. Master’s degree in child development, child and adult psychology, psychometrics and ECD specialists is desired.

Two to Five years of relevant experience of teaching and/or working in a public or private child care facility.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and handle a stressful environment

Knowledge and previous experience in children play therapy, behaviour interventions, and recreational activities such as music and games.

Works collaboratively to develop educational material and activities for children within a multicultural detention setting.

Strong organizational skills and attention to details.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Knowledge of child development programs principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in early childhood classroom instruction, curriculum frameworks, and the desired results system; classroom procedures which promote appropriate conduct and motivation for learning

Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices; interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy; current trends and research concerning the physical, language and social growth and development of children; standardized and performance based assessment practices.

Knowledge of human behaviour and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioural and affective disorders.

Prior Experience working with children living in a detention setting is desired.

Working knowledge of fundamentals of music is desired.

Excellent typing skills and intermediate computer skills are desired.

Languages

Good communication skills in English and Thai is required.

Required Competencies

Behavioural

Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms

Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders

Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others

Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience

Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services

Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter

Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications along with a duly completed IOM Personal History Form to the IOM Bangkok Human Resources Unit at e-mail bkkrecruitment@iom.int by August 09, 2016 at the latest. The form can be downloaded from http://th.iom.int/index.php/migration-resources/vacancies/IOM-Personal-History-Form/. Kindly indicate the reference code THVN030/2016 followed by your full name in the subject line.

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 26.07.2016 to 09.08.2016

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Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title	:	Administrative Assistant
Duty Station	:	Bangkok, Thailand
Classification	:	General Service Staff (Ungraded: THB 39,000 per month)
Type of Appointment	:	Special Short-Term Contract, 06 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date	:	As soon as possible

Closing Date	:	August 11, 2016
Reference Code	:	THVN No. 031/2016

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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager in Bangkok, the successful candidate will support the implementation of emergency material and service support for minority groups from Myanmar as well as other vulnerable migrants detained in Thailand at Immigration Detention Centres (IDCs) and Shelters for Women, Children and Families.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

In coordination with the project staff and Procurement and Finance colleagues, support the delivery of material and service support to minority groups from Myanmar and project staff activities in the field by assisting field staff with Purchase Requisition (PR) forms, payment requests, IMPREST clearance, cash advance requests and coordinating as needed with local companies and service providers including local hospitals.

In coordination with project staff in Bangkok, draft in English and translate into Thai official letters, the provision of material and service support to IDCs and Shelters, and upcoming schedule for health assessments and other missions, to be sent to a range of Royal Thai Government (RTG) agencies and provincial/district level institutions.

In coordination with Procurement and Travel colleagues, support project staff by drafting agendas and overall schedule for health assessments and other missions, arranging for staff travel, hotel accommodation and car rental, assisting staff members with their travel authorization (TA), UNDSS TRIPS registration and travel expense claims (TEC), salary payment requests for non-payroll staff, and generally ensuring the smooth implementation of the missions.

In coordination with the Resource Management Department in Bangkok, in particular the administrative, human resource, finance and procurement staff as well as staff travel under the Operations Department, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting new project staff to the specific needs of the project, including an introduction to the project and outlining all administrative to be taken in the first days of employment, including for example:

Contract preparation and signing

ID Badge

IT and communication equipment

Office seating arrangement (in Bangkok or in the Field)

Travel and temporary accommodation to duty station, including travel authorization (TA)

PSEA training requirement

Registration with UNDSS TRIPS

Basic (II) & Advance Security in the Field Trainings

Mandatory UNDSS security briefing for UN staff traveling / working in the south of Thailand

In coordination with Procurement colleagues and project staff, assist in providing documentation support (copies of PR, quotations, invoices, schedules, etc.) to support the preparation of periodic donor reports, interim reports, and the final reports.

Perform any other such duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Thai National

University Degree in Business Administration and/or Management, international relations, political science, social science, or relevant field

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to work in a multi‐cultural environment and respect diversity

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

Team work oriented but with a capacity to work independently

Good writing and communication skills

Computer literate with excellent knowledge of excel

Languages

Very good command of English and Thai. Knowledge of Burmese or other languages spoken by minority groups from Myanmar is a strong asset.