Cultural Mediator- Arabic Speaker

at  International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
In response to the increased refugee arrivals into Europe, the IRC established the program initially in Greece, which was expanded with programs in Serbia and wider Balkans and with programs in Germany. Following a first assessment conducted in January 2017 in Italy and another one in July 2017, several critical protection gaps were identified within assistance provided to refugees in migrants in Italy: mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS), assistance to unaccompanied children, information provision and legal support. The IRC is responding to these ongoing crises with a three-folded strategy including: direct support to clients; capacity building of civil society organizations; system strengthening of local processes and institutions. Actions cover the impacted regions of Lombardy, Sicily, Lazio, Piedmont, Calabria, and Friuli Venezia Giulia aiming to enhance refugees’ safety, power, education, economic empowerment and mental health – with a focus on the most vulnerable, including women and UAC.

JOB SUMMARY

We are looking for an Arabic-speaking Cultural Mediator to provide cultural mediation and interpretation services in Milan, Italy. Reporting to the Program Manager, the ideal candidate will support the IRC Protection Field Officer and Case Workers in conducting outreach and protection activities for asylum-seekers and people on the move hosted in reception facilities in Milan.
The Arabic-speaking Cultural Mediator will assist in delivering information sessions on rights, labor exploitation prevention, anti-trafficking, available services, and other relevant topics. Additionally, the role will involve providing cultural mediation during life skills and parenting sessions in the reception facilities. The selected candidate will also contribute to protection, monitoring and assessment activities, including data collection, within the facilities.