Position Title : Associate Project Officer (Interpretation and Translation)
[Multiple Positions]
Duty Station : Doha, Qatar
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P1
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 14 October 2024
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading
UN agency in the field of migration, 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 work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic
Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated
States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia;
Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;
Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
The United States Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) operates world-wide with a target of
providing resettlement opportunities to thousands of refugees each year. IOM provides a range
of assistance and support to the USRAP including, but not limited to, case processing, migration
health assessments, cultural orientation training, organized transportation and administration of
a travel loan and collections program.
The Health Assessment Programme (HAP) is a cornerstone of IOM’s commitment to ensure
that beneficiaries travel in a safe and orderly manner. Services provided during Pre-Departure
Medical Preparation (PDMP) protect the health of refugees during their resettlement activities,
thereby protecting the health of other travelers and communities of the United States. These
services allow final planning of health-related assistance required for travel and facilitate
resettlement to the United States, ensuring continuum of care throughout the resettlement

process.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, IOM Qatar, the Chief Migration Health
Officer in Qatar and the direct supervision of the Chief Nurse - Migration Health, the Associate
Project Officer (Interpretation and Translation) assists with communication processes between
and among persons who do not speak the same language and may represent different cultural
backgrounds to support the workflow at the Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) in
Doha, Qatar.
The Associate Project Officer (Interpretation and Translation) will be responsible for carrying out
the following duties and responsibilities in support of the translation and interpretation activities
in the health Assessment Programme (HAP) in Camp as Sayliyah (CAS) Doha Qatar.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Under close guidance and supervision, provide routine interpretation, in a preferred language
particularly English, Dari or Pashto, for beneficiaries during medical history taking and other
straightforward client encounters conducted in-person or by telephone in an accurate manner.
2. Perform preliminary translations of health or medical related documents as required, such as
vaccination cards, diagnoses, medical reports or other related documents.
3. Perform all duties and responsibilities with the utmost respect/confidentiality of any
information shared during physical examination or other medical encounters and strictly follow
designated procedures regarding the destruction or maintenance of written notes within the
required timeframe (e.g., immediately after each interpretation session). Failure to do so
represents major breach of IOM code of conduct and standards.
4. Provide interpretation, administrative and logistical assistance for secondary related tasks,
such as coordination with referral health facilities, escorting beneficiaries to and from hospital,
information sessions, hospitalizations, beneficiary invitations or other services.
5. Immediately inform the staff / supervisor if you are having difficulty understanding a party to
the conversation or if a beneficiary or any other individual offers a bribe, threatens you or tries to
influence your interpretation. Immediately inform the physician/ Nurse and stop translation if you
know the beneficiary personally or if you have ever met the individual at any point in the past.
6. Assist with directing patient flow if requested by the direct supervisor or physician(s),
Nurse(s), Medical Data Processing assistants, Laboratory Technicians or Receptionists in the
IOM Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC).
7. Perform such other duties as required.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Communication, Translation/Interpretation, Literature, Social Science, Arts

or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,

• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Good communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills; ability to be sensitive and tactful;
• Proven ability to effectively communicate within a team in an international or multicultural

Skills

• Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism;
• Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders;
• Communicates clearly and promotes continuous learning;
• Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance;
• Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
• Displays mastery of subject matter;
• Contributes to a collegial team environment;
• Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender

participation;

• Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
• Delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
• Effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; and,
• Work effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries; and the broader community

to advance country office or regional objectives. Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Dari
and/or Pashto is highly desirable, and Working Knowledge of another official UN language
(Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process,
which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural

differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.

• Integrity and transparency: Maintains 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve

shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely

manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and

innovate.

• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes

responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains

complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding
confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.
Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain
eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in
the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are
nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,
accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security
clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No
late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 14 October 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:

From 01.10.2024 to 14.10.2024
No Fees:
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.
Requisition: VN 2024 585 Associate Project Officer (Interpretation and Translation) [Multiple Positions]
(P1) Doha, Qatar (59179247) Released
Posting: Posting NC59179248 (59179248) Released