Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
Context
In close collaboration with national and local authorities and experienced Partners, in the context of the project Helios+: Comprehensive actions for the integration of third-country nationals into the labour market' in the Region of South Aegean" with MIS Code 6018684 under the Programme "South Aegean 2021–2027", IOM aims at promoting the integration of beneficiaries of international protection and temporary protection into the Greek society through activities for employability support, the provision of Greek language courses and vocational training, the support for independent living, including rental subsidies, activities promoting social cohesion and inclusion.
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Project Coordinator and the direct supervision of the National Project Officer, the successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Monitor and streamline the coordination of project components in the designated Region and the timely implementation of all project activities, always ensuring adherence with IOM values, principles and standards.
- Supervise, coordinate, support and communicate daily with the Unit Focal Points and Assistants, ensuring effective communication and cooperation between them and the field establishment of a healthy work environment.
- Support close communication and coordination with the Donor, in order to ensure implementation is aligned with the Donor’s requirements and priorities.
- Maintain strong contacts and coordinate with the Implementing Partner and relevant local stakeholders, such as local authorities, Municipalities, Site Managers, and other local actors, as needed for the smooth implementation of project activities.
- Promote and build local synergies with other programs, as implemented by IOM or other humanitarian actors, ensuring complementarity in the provision of services.
- Represent IOM and the project in coordination fora and relevant events, presenting the project achievements and promoting its objectives, alongside IOM priorities, as assigned.
- Coordinate upon need with relevant units in the Resource Management Department and other Mission Departments so as to ensure the smooth implementation of the project.
- Support senior management to effectively manage the allocated budget.
- Develop, in coordination with senior management, and implement project resource management plans to optimize the use of resources and minimize costs while maintaining project quality and timelines.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
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