ThaiNGO

Open to External Candidates

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.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the EPC Administrative Assistant and the overall supervision of the Programme Manager, Emergency and Post-Crisis (EPC) Unit of IOM Thailand, the successful candidate will provide support to all the ongoing Emergency and Post-Crisis Unit.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will have the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Support project staff and Procurement and Finance colleagues, in the delivery of material and service support to minority groups from Myanmar and project staff activities in the field by assisting field staff with Purchase Requisition (PR) forms, payment requests

2. Assist, mainly but not strictly, in the logistical arrangement for the training and capacity building element of the various projects.

3. Assist in coordination with government counterparts in implementing the capacity building activities, both in local and national context, and in adapting and localizing the project to fit local context.

4. Assist unit staff in preparing for and attending meetings and conferences, including preparation of presentations, drafting of meeting notes, preparation of agenda and logistics.

5. Assist in the organization of capacity building activities outside Bangkok with close supervision from Project Assistant and assist in reporting the outcome of the activity.

6. Assist in document translation and other interpretation services to facilitate project implementation (Thai-English / English-Thai), as well as other translation required by the EPC Unit.

7. Perform such other duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• University Degree in law, international relations, political science, social science, or relevant field
• Strong interpersonal skill and ability to maintain trust and good working relationship with counterparts
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong interest in the issue of migration
• Ability to work in a multi‐cultural environment and respect diversity
• Team work oriented but with a capacity to work independently
• Good writing and communication skills
• Microsoft Office literate, basic knowledge of graphic design is a plus
  

Languages

Fluency in English and Thai is required.

Required Competencies

Behavioural

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.
• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism -  displays mastery of subject matter
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this Call for Curricular is subject to funding confirmation.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications along with a duly completed IOM Personal History Form to the IOM Bangkok Human Resources Unit at e-mail bkkrecruitment@iom.int by September 06, 2016 at the latest. The form can be downloaded from http://th.iom.int/index.php/migration-resources/vacancies/IOM-Personal-History-Form/. Kindly indicate the reference code CFCV001/2016 followed by your full name in the subject line.

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 23.08.2016 to 06.09.2016

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Open to Internal and External Candidates

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.

Context:

Under the general supervision of the Migrant Assistant Unit Project Officer in Bangkok, Thailand, and the direct supervision of the Project Officer of the Child Care Services and Psychosocial Assistance programme at the Bangkok Immigration Detention Centre (IDC), the incumbent will be assigned to the following duties and responsibilities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Provide migrant children within a detention setting with recreational activities based on their unique needs resulting from their personal histories.

Collaborate with project staff, including psychologist, on daily needs of the children, in preparing activity plans and assessments for the children based on individual achievements.

Ensures that material is culturally appropriate for a broad spectrum of cultural backgrounds.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Thai National

• Education and training to the possession of a degree in child development, child and adult psychology, psychometrics and ECD specialists. Master’s degree in child development, child and adult psychology, psychometrics and ECD specialists is desired.
• Two to Five years of relevant experience of teaching and/or working in a public or private child care facility.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and handle a stressful environment

Knowledge and previous experience in children play therapy, behaviour interventions, and recreational activities such as music and games.

• Works collaboratively to develop educational material and activities for children within a multicultural detention setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to details.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of child development programs principles, theories, practices, methods and techniques used in early childhood classroom instruction, curriculum frameworks, and the desired results system; classroom procedures which promote appropriate conduct and motivation for learning
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices; interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy; current trends and research concerning the physical, language and social growth and development of children; standardized and performance based assessment practices.
• Knowledge of human behaviour and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioural and affective disorders.
• Prior Experience working with children living in a detention setting is desired.

• Working knowledge of fundamentals of music is desired.
• Excellent typing skills and intermediate computer skills are desired.

Languages

Good communication skills in English and Thai is required.

Required Competencies

Behavioural

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms
• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders
• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others
• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services
• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.
• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Professionalism -  displays mastery of subject matter
• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.
• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other

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

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications along with a duly completed IOM Personal History Form to the IOM Bangkok Human Resources Unit at e-mail bkkrecruitment@iom.int by August 31, 2016 at the latest. The form can be downloaded from http://th.iom.int/index.php/migration-resources/vacancies/IOM-Personal-History-Form/. Kindly indicate the reference code THVN030/2016 followed by your full name in the subject line.

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 17.08.2016 to 31.08.2016