OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Vacancy Notice ASO/005/2004

Duty Station: Borgo Mezzanone (Foggia)

Position title: AVR Advisor

Type of Appointment: Special all-inclusive contract, three months, with possibility of extension

General Functions: Under the general supervision of the Director, Regional Office for the Mediterranean and Chief of Mission in Italy and the direct supervision of the Head of the Programme and Project Implementation Unit, the incumbent will be responsible to:

1. Set up an IOM office within the first reception centre of Borgo Mezzanone for the promotion and divulgation of the voluntary return measure;

2. Provide asylum seekers and migrants hosted in the first reception centre with adequate and necessary information on IOM’s role and expertise within the issue of assisted return and reintegration activities;

3. Provide necessary information on the programme’s benefits to all potential beneficiaries;

4. Closely inform/advise the IOM voluntary return team in IOM Rome on requests of assisted return and refer potential returnees to it for operational follow up;

5. Provide advice and support on repatriation and reintegration to NGOs, Prefecture, and Municipalities;

6. Closely monitor and keep track of budget’s expenses;

7. Any other task, as required.

Desirable qualifications:

Education, experience and personal qualities

University Degree in Law or relevant field and/or equivalent practical experience. Working experience in projects for asylum seekers and refugees. Good computer, written and verbal skills. Strong organizational and communication skills. Personal commitment, initiative, flexibility, efficiency and respect for diversity. Drive for results. Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds. Good knowledge of IOM an asset.

Languages: Thorough knowledge of English and Italian.

Method of Application: Candidates holding an IOM contract should submit the internal application form to the Rome Administrative Support Office quoting the above vacancy notice number.

External candidates shall submit the IOM Personal History Form.

Closing Date: 8 October 2004

** The tenure of contract of staff members holding a regular contract will remain unchanged