Project Assistant (Psychosocial Support) At International Organization for Migration

Position Title : Project Assistant (Psychosocial Support)

Duty Station : Ranong, Thailand

Classification: General Service Staff (G4,THB 61,967.50 per month)

Type of Appointment : Special Short-Term Contract,

Initial 8 months with possibility of extension

Desired Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 08 November 2021

Reference Code : SVN035/2021

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

1. ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT AND SCOPE:

Under its Emergency and Post-Crisis (EPC) Unit and Migrant Assistance and Protection Unit (MACTU), IOM Thailand implements a range of national and regional projects aimed at addressing migration challenges and delivering increased protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants.

In particular, “Humanitarian Assistance to Myanmar Muslims from Rakhine State and Special At-Risk Groups” and “Addressing Rohingya Refugees and Other Migrant Protection Risks due to COVID-19 and Maritime and Land Movements in Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand” projects aim to improve physical and psychosocial well-being of irregular migrants in Immigration Detention Centres (IDC), Shelters for Children and Families, and Welfare Protection Centres for Victims of Trafficking in Thailand. Additionally, the “Asia Regional Migration Program” aims to improve the capacity of IDC and government-run shelters in providing physical and psychosocial support to victims of trafficking.

Under the direct supervision of the Project Officer in EPC and the National Project Officer in MACTU, working in close coordination with the project staff, the successful candidate will be responsible for working with the project teams in providing direct psychosocial care to migrants and to contribute to the implementation of project activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Provide administrative support to vulnerable migrants in Shelters for Children and Families, Welfare Protection Centres for Victims of Trafficking and Immigration Detention Centres;
2. In coordination with project staff and local authorities, assist in conducting psychosocial activities, such as but not limited to therapy, informal group discussions and peer support,
3. Assist in preparation of needs assessments and pre/post evaluation of special needs cases and individuals, as well as statistical information and reports on the psychosocial assistance provided by IOM to its beneficiaries (number of cases, nationalities, age, etc.);
4. Assist the project staff in delivering the psychosocial care training for service providers, including to government and non-government counterparts;
5. Maintain positive relations with local implementing actors and stakeholders for the successful and timely implementation of above-mentioned duties and services;
6. Undertake regular travels within and outside of duty station as may be required for official duties and providing psychosocial services;
7. Any other related duties that may be assigned by supervisor.

2. DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES:

Values

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Masters subject matter related to responsibilities.

Core Competencies

• Accountability: Follows all relevant procedures, processes, and policies
• Client Orientation : Identifies the immediate and peripheral clients of own work
• Continuous Learning : Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills
• Communication; Writes clearly and effectively, adjusting wording to the intended audience
• Performance Management: Provides constructive feedback to colleagues
• Teamwork: Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment

3. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completed at least an undergraduate degree or an equivalent of 2 years working experience in the field of Psychology, Mental Health or Social Work.
• Counselling experience, ability to use clinical counselling and psychological assessment tools is an asset.
• Experience in conducting psychosocial counselling and intervention for victim of trafficking and vulnerable migrants is an asset.
• Computer/software literate, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

4. LANGUAGES

Required: Fluency in English and Thai.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.