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Read the Job Description, and scroll down for "Details to Register for this Job" to APPLY...Position Title : Associate Project Officer (Interpretation and Translation)
(Multiple Positions)
Duty Station : Doha, Qatar
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P1
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 12 November 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
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 work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic
Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated
States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia;
Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;
Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
The United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) operates world-wide with a target of
providing resettlement opportunities to thousands of refugees each year. IOM provides a range
of assistance and support to the USRAP including, but not limited to, case processing, migration
health assessments, cultural orientation training, organized transportation and administration of
a travel loan and collections program. The Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE),
specifically the Resettlement and Movement Division (RMM), has the organizational
responsibility to provide direction, oversight, and guidance to IOM’s global support to all
resettlement programs.
Under the United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP), Resettlement Support
Centers (RSCs) provide critical support and processing assistance for resettlement to the US.
As part of an Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between IOM and the US State
Department Bureau for Population Refugees and Migration (PRM), IOM manages several RSCs
which prepare applications for adjudication by and provide support to visiting US Citizenship and
Immigration Services (USCIS) officers, facilitate security and medical screenings, provide
information about arriving individuals to resettlement agencies in the US and offer Cultural
Orientation (CO) training to individuals departing for the US.
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Project Coordinator RSC and direct supervision of
the Project Officer - Interpretation and Translation, the Associate Project Officer (Interpretation
and Translation) will be based in Doha, Qatar and will have the following duties and
responsibilities:
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Support accurate communication in a common language during interviews and other
meetings conducted in-person, by telephone, and/or by video conference by providing verbatim
(word for word) interpretation services. As needed, oversee team members providing
interpretation services to US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers on circuit
rides and beneficiaries.
2. Provide interpretation services in the preferred language of the beneficiaries without
paraphrasing, summarizing, omitting, or adding information; always use the first person (I, me
and my) and remain engaged during the interpretation session.
3. Maintain strict confidentiality during interpretation sessions and follow designated program
procedures regarding the destruction or maintenance of written notes within the required
timeframe (e.g., immediately after each interpretation session).
4. Remain objective, unbiased, impartial, and neutral when providing interpretation services.
Treat all parties to the conversation with courtesy, dignity, and respect, regardless of their age,
ethnicity, religion, political opinion, sex characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender
expression, sexual orientation, disability, or any other factors.
5. Understand and show sensitivity towards cultural practices and language differences that
may exist between the parties to the conversation. Respect the use of proper pronouns that are
preferred by the beneficiaries, when applicable.
6. Inform the Project Officer if you are having difficulty understanding a party to the conversation
or if a beneficiary or any other individual offers a bribe, threatens you or tries to influence your
interpretation. Immediately inform the Project Officer, Interpretation and Translation if you know
the beneficiary personally or if you have ever met the individual at any point in the past.
7. Abide by IOM Standards of Conduct (IN/15), Policy and Procedures for Preventing and
Responding to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (IN/234), IOM Data Protection Principles (IN/138),
Policy for a Respectful Working Environment (IN/90), and Fraud Awareness and Prevention
Guidelines (IN/70).
8. Participate in relevant training sessions on such topics as interpreting for international
organizations, respectful terminology, and the protection of program beneficiaries, and
contribute to terminology lists as requested.
9. Remain available to be evaluated on the quality of your interpretation by a third party.
10. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Master’s degree in Social Science, International Relations, Regional Studies, or a related field
from an accredited academic institution; or,
- University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
- Experience in interpretation and/or translation activities is preferred.
- Experience serving in hardship locations, particularly in the region, is an advantage.
Skills
- Proven written and verbal communication skills and ability to effectively communicate with a
team.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Knowledge of USRAP program implementation and familiarity with IOM’s administrative,
financial, and business rules and practices is desirable.
- Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism.
- Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders.
- Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly.
- Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management.
- Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility.
- Displays mastery of subject matter.
- Contributes to a collegial team environment.
- Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender
participation.
- Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions.
- Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
- Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations.
- Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners.
- Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries; and the broader community
to advance country office or regional objectives.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Dari
and/or Pashto is highly desirable (oral and written); or another official UN language (Chinese,
French, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural
differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- 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.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly
treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
- 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 actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains
complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain
eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security
clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No
late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 12 November 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 06.11.2024 to 12.11.2024
No Fees:
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.
Requisition: VN 2024 648 Associate Project Officer (Interpretation and Translation) (Multiple Positions)
(P1) Doha, Qatar (59242560) Released
Posting: Posting NC59242561 (59242561) Released
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