Cultural Mediator (French) at IOM

Nicosia, Cyprus, Cyprus -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

French Fluency, English Fluency, Cultural Mediation, Intercultural Communication, Computer Literacy, Humanitarian Principles, Case Management, Vulnerability Assessment, Multi-cultural Collaboration, Crisis Intervention

Industry

International Affairs

Description

Introduction 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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration [https://www.iom.int/iom-workplace-culture] 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 and internal-equivalent candidates [https://www.iom.int/resources/iom-candidate-tier-systems] are considered as first-tier candidates. Organizational Context and Scope IOM Cyprus is setting up an Assisted Voluntary Return (AVR) Hub to provide dedicated, safe and specialized temporary accommodation and pre-departure support for migrants preparing to return voluntarily to their countries of origin, with a focus on individuals and families in vulnerable situations. The Hub supports the completion of pre-departure procedures. The AVR Hub will operate in close coordination with relevant IOM units, national authorities and partners to safeguard beneficiaries’ rights, address specific needs, and facilitate timely and dignified departures in line with IOM policies and procedures. Under the overall supervision of the National Project officer and the direct supervision of the Project Associate (AVR Hub) and in close coordination with the AVR team and relevant technical units (e.g., Protection, Health), the Cultural Mediator will have the following duties and responsibilities:

Responsibilities

The Cultural Mediator provides pre-departure support and mediation for migrants in an Assisted Voluntary Return Hub. They coordinate with technical units to safeguard beneficiaries' rights and facilitate dignified departures.