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Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G7
Type of Appointment: One-Year Fixed Term, with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date : 11 August 2023
Context:
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Supervise up to two teams of RSC Eurasia staff members undertaking case management activities in an assigned area or areas, such as file integrity, program access, pre- screening, field team, adjudications support, scheduling or pre-departure services, including overseeing 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 case management activities.
- Oversee the efficient and effective management of refugee case files and medical records, including, if assigned, the creation of new case files, the distribution, return and re-filing of case files, the file tracking system, and file scanning and/or travel packet creation. Ensure the file tracking system is utilized according to established guidelines. Liaise with other units to ensure open communication and satisfaction with file integrity services.
- Oversee refugee interviews, if assigned, ensuring appropriate interview techniques are utilized, refugee applicants are treated with dignity and respect, form fill and casework procedures are followed, data is entered and verified correctly, and that other work performed in relation to files is carried out in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). As needed, arrange for team members to undertake duty travel. Liaise with other units to ensure open communication and satisfaction in relation to the work performed by team members conducting refugee interviews.In relation to the adjudication of refugee case files, liaise with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) team leaders to ensure they are able to carry out their work in a manner consistent with their established schedules and guidelines. Supervise team members providing support to USCIS officers and overseeing daily adjudications activities, the distribution of adjudications work to team members, the delivery of briefings for refugee applicants, interpretation during interviews, data entry, logistical support and notifications to refugees of their results.
- Ensure START is updated in a timely and effective manner with such content as refugee application data, biographical and other sensitive information such as interview dates, USCIS interview and fingerprint results, medical data and resettlement location preferences, and supervise processes being carried out within and between units, such as program access verification, security checks and assurances.
- Utilizing reports, oversee regular QC of case files and data in START to ensure the accuracy of all case information, the RSC’s compliance with all USRAP and RSC SOPs and that processing pipelines are as short and efficient as possible, with expedited cases progressing as needed. Proactively address backlogs or pipeline issues in coordination with RSC management.
- Liaise with other teams and units in RSC Eurasia and with external partners such as USCIS, the Refugee Processing Center (RPC), panel physicians, the US Embassy and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). Prepare unit statistics and report regularly to the Project Officer or RSC management on relevant activities, problems and solutions related to the workflow and processing pipeline.
- Train other Case Management team members to efficiently and effectively manage refugee case files, conduct refugee interviews, organize and schedule refugee appointments, update START, conduct quality assurance of files and case data and support the USCIS adjudication, and to supervise case management team members and activities.
- Undertake duty travel as needed to participate in refugee interview and USCIS adjudication circuit rides, for meetings and for training.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- High school degree or equivalent with seven years of professional work experience.
- OR
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited academic institution with five years of professional work experience.
Experience
- Ability to use own initiative and work under pressure with minimum supervision
- Excellent computer skills - Word, Excel and Internet
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Attention to detail and ability to organize
- Self-motivated and objective driven
Languages
- Fluency in English is required.
- Fluency in Ukrainian and Russian is desirable.
Other:
This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for Poland will be eligible for consideration.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
At the time of recruitment, all candidates must disclose any known relative or spouse who works for IOM. Candidates may also be requested to provide documentary evidence of academic degree(s), professional licenses, and proof of no criminal records as relevant to the requirements of the position advertised.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, residency verification, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
How to apply:
Interested candidates can submit their application:
- By clicking on APPLY on Impactpool https://rb.gy/9w8sn OR
- By sending a CV and a completed Personal History Form (four pages) in English to: [email protected], specifying the vacancy reference number and full name in the subject line (e.g., “PLVN 2023 01 – Jane SMITH”.
Due to the volume of applications received, IOM Poland cannot respond to all inquiries about the application status and will only contact shortlisted candidates.