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Job Requisition 23144 

Open to Internal and External Candidates 

Position Title : Cultural Mediator 

 Duty Station : Nicosia, Cyprus  

 Classification : Grade G3 

 Type of Appointment :Special Short Term-Graded, with  possibility of extension 

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible 

Closing Date : 21 September 2026 

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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working  towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read 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. 

Context:  

Under the general supervision of the Chief of Mission, and the direct supervision of the National Project  Officer, the Cultural Mediator, is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:  

Core Functions / Responsibilities:  

1. Provide interpretation and cultural mediation to migrants for effective communication between IOM  staff and beneficiaries, including during individual/group sessions, field activities, transportation  movements, and other relevant project implementation activities. 

2. Keep and respect the professional confidentiality. 

3. Develop and maintain good relations with the beneficiaries, relevant stakeholders and other  humanitarian actors to support adequate implemention and coordination of project activities. 

4. Support in translating information materials/documents and other needed information used for  individual and/ or group activities with beneficiaries. 

5. Facilitate communication, through interpretation and/or translation, in a spoken or written language  understood by the beneficiaries, between the beneficiaries and the staff, in an objective and impartial  way. 

6. Perform other duties as may be assigned.  

Required Qualifications and Experience 

Education 

• High school degree/ certificate with minimum three years of work experience; or 

• University degree from an accredited academic institution with one year of relevant experience is an advantage.  

Experience and Skills 

• Previous work experience in a similar role; 

• Process adequate combination of knowledge, education, training experience to perform essential  functions of the position; 

• Experience in working in a multi-cultural environment preferred; 

• Process adequate skills to perform essential functions of the position; 

• Computer literacy in standard software applications; 

• Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles; 

• Valid driver’s license. 

Languages 

Fluency in Arabic and English (oral and written) is required. 

Knowledge of Greek, French, Farsi or any other IOM official language is an advantage. 

Required Competencies 

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

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 1 

▪ 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. 

Notes 

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. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended  candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months. 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. 

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job  Vacancies

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

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers  and Job Vacancies

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