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IOM Senior Operations Assistant Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs

IOM Senior Operations Assistant Jobs 2023 – Uganda NGO Jobs.

IOM Uganda looking for “Senior Operations Assistant”.

Applicants with a degree in University Degree may apply on or before August 24, 2023.

The International Organization for Migration is an intergovernmental organization that provides services and advice concerning migration to governments and migrants, including internally displaced persons, refugees, and migrant workers. In September 2016, IOM became a related organization of the United Nations.

IOM Senior Operations Assistant Jobs 2023

The IOM has published a job vacancy announcement on August 12, 2023 for qualified Uganda’s to fill in the vacant post of Senior Operations Assistant to be based in Kampala, Uganda.

Recruiter International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Position Senior Operations Assistant (Field Support, Transit Center)
Location Kampala, Uganda
Country Uganda
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification University Degree
Experience Required Minimum Four years
Application Deadline August 24, 2023

IOM Job Vacancy 2023

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate a team or teams of up to a total of eight staff members undertaking field activities in an assigned area or areas, such as at an airport, transit center, third-party facility, camp-based operation or sub-office, or in relation to transportation, including supporting staff development processes such as hiring, providing training, assigning duties and giving feedback to staff members on their performance on a regular basis to ensure high quality work and the accurate completion of field support activities.
  • Coordinate the efficient and effective management of airport services, including care and verification of travel documentation; assistance with airport formalities; escorts for arriving and departing individuals; ensuring individuals with special needs or equipment receive appropriate support; and sending notifications using relevant systems. Schedule daily work for Field Support staff, ensuring adequate coverage for all flight arrivals and departures based on advanced booking notifications (ABNs) and onward movements, and ensure staff have adequate power and IT availability to complete their work. Handle all urgent issues as they occur and process relevant financial paperwork in coordination with IOM management.
  • Coordinate staff as they assist individuals at transit centers or third-party facilities throughout their stay. Coordinate with the Operations Associate (Field Support) to maintain an organized flow of individuals and their luggage through arrival and departure procedures at the facility; track relevant
  • information regarding flight data and ensure team members are updated on departure times, delays and cancellations; work with staff to ensure luggage and medical checks are organized in an efficient manner; under the supervision of the Operations Associate (Field Support), create the weekly shift schedule and assign tasks, ensuring coverage is adequate to maintain a safe, secure and clean environment; report regularly to management on long-stayers and other relevant issues, employing creative problem solving as needed to handle problems. In coordination with the Operations Associate (Field Support), handle financial paperwork.
  • Coordinate timely and adequate services for meals, snacks and water for individual staying at Transit Centers, third-party facilities or during transit in airports and other locations, ensuring staff members work closely with the service provider to ensure meals are culturally appropriate and to reduce the level of waste while keeping the quality of the food at the highest standard.
  • Coordinate pre-departure formalities including but not limited to travel loans, luggage, prohibited items, bag tags and clothing/shoes. Schedule and supervise daily discussions with individuals staying in facilities on cleanliness, litter and hygiene. Ensure all posters and informational messages are up-to-date and placed in visible locations.

Position in Organization:

  • Position Title: Senior Operations Assistant (Field Support, Transit Center)
  • Reference No: VN/UG/023/2023
  • Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
  • Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G6
  • Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
  • Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
  • Closing Date: 24th August 2023

Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant work experience; or
  • Secondary (High School) education with six years of work experience.

Experience

  • Prior Movement Operations, transportation-related and/or management experience a strong advantage.

Languages

  • For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
  • Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

Required Competencies

Values

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
  • Integrity and transparency: maintain 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.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

How to Apply IOM Senior Operations Assistant Jobs 2023

For an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications which should include a cover letter (not more than one page) and résumé highlighting the required education and experience.

Interested applicants may send their applications to hruganda@iom.int no later than 24th August 2023 Reference Number and Position Title (VN/UG/023/2023 – Senior Operations Assistant (Field Support, Transit Center)-Kampala, Uganda) should be specified in the SUBJECT field.

Required: After sending your application through hruganda@iom.int. YOU ARE REQUIRED to fill in the recruitment Questionnaire using the link: – Pre-Screening Form.

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.

Posting period: From 11th August 2023-24th August 2023.

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