Reintegration Assistant

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Position Title: Reintegration Assistant

Duty Station: Dublin , Ireland

Classification: General Service G4

Type of Appointment: SST G Contract, 9 months with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 19.02.26

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 a diverse and inclusive environment.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 candidates are considered first-tier candidates.

Since the inception of IOM in 1951, Movement Operations have been and continue to be a fundamental pillar of the Organization’s work. The organized movement of persons in need of international migration assistance is a primary mandate of the Organization and a cornerstone of IOM’s operations. This mandate has resulted in the international transport of more than 15 million migrants and refugees worldwide. Movement Operations departments in various IOM missions, coordinated under the division of Resettlement and Movement Management (RMM) in the Department of Operations and Emergencies (DOE) at IOM’s Geneva Headquarters, are responsible for all aspects of travel for migrants and refugees under IOM’s auspices, in accordance with the various framework agreements with resettlement and receiving Governments and partners across the spectrum of the Organization's programmes.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Ireland, under the guidance of Head of Unit, Operations and under the direct supervision of Operations Associate and, in collaboration with Operations Assistants and relevant units at Headquarters and the Administrative Centres, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for supervising all movement operations activities in Ireland, with the following duties and responsibilities:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Provide basic AVRR counselling services to potential beneficiaries in Ireland on voluntary return and, when applicable, on available reintegration opportunities in the countries of return;
• Provide basic pre-departure reintegration counselling to eligible beneficiaries and coordinate the reintegration assistance with the IOM missions in the countries of origin.
• Assist in providing information to IOM’s partner network in Ireland to promote AVRR; delivering information sessions on AVRR to stakeholders likely to be in touch with potential beneficiaries, including but not limited to, social services, reception centers, hospitals and governmental counterparts.
• Maintain and promote good working relations with embassies and consulates to collect information and facilitate the issuance of travel documents and/or visas.
• Contribute to the drafting of promotional/information materials on the return and reintegration activities;
• Support administrative coordination of Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) programme implementation, including, providing information about existing medical and social services in country of return to provide pre-departure counselling and information to IOM programme beneficiaries in coordination with countries of return.
• Assist in implementation of individually tailored comprehensive reintegration plans (including and not limited to micro-business, medical, vocational training, accommodation, job counselling) for AVRR beneficiaries.
• Assist Movement Operations Team in responding to general information requests and inquiries.
• Support proper filing and maintenance of the programme related records according to the established standards.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High school diploma with at least four years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Migration Studies, Human Rights, Law, Medicine or related fields from an accredited academic institution, with at least two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations;
• Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
• Prior work experience in social work/counselling with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is a distinct advantage.
• Experience in job counseling and facilitation of employment is desirable

Skills

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good organizational, planning and coordination skills.

Languages

• Fluency in English (oral and written) is required.

Required Competencies

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

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• 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: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1

• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

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.

This post is subject to local recruitment, only persons holding a valid residence and work permit for the Ireland will be eligible for consideration.

How to apply:

Please apply to this job post, sharing updated CV and Cover Letter explaining your interest in the role.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Posting period:

From 05.02.26 - 19.02.26

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to €2,752.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dublin, County Dublin: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person