Project Associate (Cultural Mediator)

International Organization for Migration; Doha; On-site; QAR 218,000 - 328,000; Full time

Job summary

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. The incumbent will support the implementation of the Assistance Programme by facilitating communication and cultural mediation.

Under supervision, the role contributes to humanitarian efforts and acts as a liaison to ensure culturally appropriate engagement with beneficiaries and partners.

Responsibilities

• Supports the implementation of the Assistance Programme by facilitating communication and cultural mediation.

Job description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture atIOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

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 candidatesare considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of theSenior Operations Officer and direct supervision of the Senior Project Associate (Cultural Mediator/Interpretation), the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the implementation of theAssistance Programme by facilitating communication and cultural mediation following functions and responsibilities: