International Organization for Migration (IOM),Airport & Movements Assistant Jobs in Rwanda

VACANCY
NOTICE
Open
to Internal and External Candidates
Position
Title                
: Airport & Movements Assistant
Organizational
Unit        : Operations (resettlement)
Department
Duty
Station                
: IOM Kigali, Rwanda
:
General Service Staff, Grade G4 (UN salary Scale for GS
Classification                   
staff)

Type
of Appointment     : Special fixed term, nine (9) months
with possibility of extension
Estimated
Start Date     : As soon as possible
Closing
Date                
: August 26, 2016
Reference
Code             : VN2016/04
– RW
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.
IOM
is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from
qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. Internal and external
candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the
vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
Context:
Under
the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and under the direct
supervision of the Operations Officer, the incumbent will assist in implementing
the refugee resettlement operations and activities at Kigali International
Airport as well as perform clerical and administrative tasks related to
Movement/Airport Support
Core
Functions / Responsibilities:
  1. Arrange
    for the transport of cases traveling to or from camps or within Kigali for
    medicals or operational reasons (departures, RSC CO, RSC & CIS Circuit
    Rides): travel documents, manifests, bus tickets, cash (DSA) requests etc.
  2. Ensure
    the safe arrival of migrants from refugee camps, safe stay at the transit
    centres
    in Kigali, and liaise with the Operations Officer, Medical Officer and
    Senior Operations Assistant in case of any unusual occurrence at the
    Transit Centre
  3. Act
    as a focal point for any hired on-call Transit Clerk to assist in cases of
    high numbers
  4. Liaise
    with the Migration Health Department to ensure follow up medical
    procedures are completed before cases return to the camps.
  5. Transmit
    IOM Travel Documents from IOM office to the airport for the migrants
    departing, or transiting to other destinations as applicable.
  6. Monitor
    Operational email correspondence to ensure that all IOM beneficiary
    movement needs through Kigali International Airport is attended to as per
    SOPs.
  7. Arrange
    for USRAP Promissory Notes and Canadian Warrants to be signed prior to
    departure from Kigali International Airport.
  8. Liaise
    with airlines regarding pre-check-in procedures for IOM groups, and
    ensures scanned copies of travel documents/transportation letters are
    transmitted to the airline concerned in a timely manner.
  9. Check
    airline tickets in a timely manner and verify travel documents and
    migrants’ identities prior to check-in.
  10. Arrange
    check-in of the migrants departing, assisting with bags (tagging &
    weighing), providing ID verification, leading departing migrants through
    customs and immigration.
  11. Ensure
    that relevant airport services are accessed for cases with special needs;
    including medical and unaccompanied minors.
  12. Liaise
    with airlines, immigration, airport authorities on procedures for IOM
    passengers.
  13. Arrange
    for snacks and/or meals and accommodation as necessary for all IOM
    passengers in case of delay with departure.
  14. Immediately
    inform Senior Operations Assistants/Operations Officer of any flight
    changes, cancellations for further guidance.
  15. Confirm
    departures to Operations Assistants, and provide bag count for
    transmitting the data to the IOM mission receiving passengers.
  16. Assist
    IOM AVRR transiting, arriving or departing at Kigali International Airport
    by arranging for accommodations and onward transport as necessary.
  17. Greet/welcome
    beneficiaries upon arrival at Kigali International Airport,
    orientates/assists them through security, luggage checks, check in,
    immigration and departure.
  18. Liaise
    with Kigali Airports Authority, Immigration Officials and airline focal
    points within Kigali International Airport to ensure that beneficiaries
    are able to depart without incident or delay.
  1. Prepare
    purchase requisition forms and payment request for movement related
    expenses such as bus hiring, transit centre facilities hire etc. and follow
    up their payment with finance
  2. Perform
    such other duties as may be assigned.
Required
Qualifications and Experience

Education
  • University
    degree in Social Science, Development Studies or a related field from an
    accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional
    experience, preferably in operational aspects of the said fields; or
  • Diploma
    in IATA (international Air Transport Association) or in travel and
    transport related fields with four years of relevant professional
    experience and/or Completed High School degree from an accredited
    institution, with four years of relevant professional experience
    preferably in operational aspects of the said fields.
Experience
  • Demonstrated
    proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel,
    PowerPoint, Good knowledge of information technology and proficiency in
    Microsoft Office applications especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint,
    Publisher, and SharePoint.
  • Previous
    work experience in international organizations and companies’ especially
    those involved in movements such as Resettlement Support Centre (RSC),
    IOM, UNHCR, airport authorities, airlines etc. would be an advantage.
  • Ability
    to work under stressful conditions such as heavy workloads and tight
    timelines.
  • Willing
    to accept flexible work schedule.
  • Attentive
    to details and accuracy in handling and reporting data.
  • Fast
    learner and can work with minimum supervision.
  • Strong
    communication, negotiation and problem solving skills.
Languages
Fluency
in English and Kinyarwanda is required. Knowledge of French and Swahili is an
added advantage
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; Other
Appointment
will be subject to certification by the Organization’s (IOM’s) Medical Officer,
based on medical examination(s), that the candidate is medically fit for
appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the
Government of Rwanda, where applicable.
This
application is open to all Rwandese citizen and any other foreign national as
long as such an applicant has a right of residence and right to work in Rwanda
at the time of application (IOM will not be responsible in securing such Visas
or authorisations from the Government of Rwanda, any applicant of foreign
nationality must provide authentic certification from Government of Rwanda in regards
to right of residency and right to work in Rwanda at the time of application).
How
to apply:
Interested
candidates are invited to submit their applications to iomrwandarecruitment@iom.int by August 26,
2016
at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
The
subject of your e-mail MUST indicate the Position title and reference code.
In
order 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 (CV) highlighting the required education and experience
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting
period:
From
12.08.2016 to 26.08.2016

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