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Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), UN Volunteers with at least twelve (12) months of continuous service in IOM, and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

IOM operates Five Accommodation Centers for Unaccompanied Minors (Shelters) providing accommodation and access to services for Unaccompanied Migrant Children (UMC). Besides accommodation, the following services are provided to the beneficiaries: addressing basic needs, food, hygiene, legal counselling, and information about life opportunities in Greece, interpretation, psychosocial support, medical support, Greek learning programs, learning support, organization of intercultural activities, work and career guidance.

Within the framework of the action "Subsidy N.P. INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION (IOM) MISSION GREECE for the implementation of the project "Operation of K.F.A.A. Kypseli II" with MIS Code 6016487 the Program "Greece Programme - Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund 2021-2027". Under the overall supervision of the Project Coordinator and the direct supervision of the Shelter Coordinator, the successful candidate will support in the planning and preparation of meals in the assigned facility.     

1. Supervise the cleanliness of the space and kitchen equipment.
2. Prepare and cook meals, particularly breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, twice per day.
3. Record the kitchen's supplies and shortages in consumable materials and tools and submitting a report to the Shelter coordinator. Ensure quality of services, cost-effectiveness and transparency.
4. Follow and ensure compliance with food safety handling policies and procedures, including personal hygiene procedures.
5. Follow the instructions given by Shelter Coordinator, in terms of operations and preparations at the assigned facility.
6. Participate in all staff meetings and communicate with other teams on needs related to meal planning activities. 
7. Train the beneficiaries in the preparation of meals.
8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

• Certificate of relevant professional experience or certified training; 
• Updated and valid health certificate and successful examinations for food handlers, are mandatory.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

• Existence of experience in a similar role;
• Willingness to work in morning shift, including holidays and weekends;
• Experience working with children and/or vulnerable population preferred;
• Previous experience working in a multi-cultural environment preferred.

• Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in Greek is required (oral and written). 

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

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, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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