[Cairo Scholars] Call for CVs/Expression of Interest - Expert in standard occupation classification system - IOM Cairo CO Request for CVs/Expression of interest IOM-International International Organization for Migration - MENA 47 C Abou El Feda St. Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt Tel: +202-27365142 / 27365141. Fax: +202-27365139. E-mail: [email protected] Website: iom.int 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 Context The International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Cairo, Egypt is issuing a request for CVs/Expression of interest in order to obtain applications to fill the position of “Expert in standard occupation classification system” on consultancy basis in its office in Cairo, Egypt. Under the overall supervision of the Country Programme Coordinator, and in coordination with the Programme Officer, the incumbent shall provide overall support to IOM Cairo and the Egyptian Abroad Emigration Sector of the Ministry of Manpower and Emigration (EEAS) for the revision and upgrade of the occupation classification system embedded in the job matching system of the EEAS website. Core Functions / Responsibilities: • Provide support for the upgrading of the classification of occupations form ISCO 88 to ISCO 08; • Revise the full set of skills and competencies per each occupation and ensure the accuracy and consistency of translation into Arabic; • Provide advice for the identification of the most suitable searching and sorting system in order to facilitate the data entry for the end users (jobseekers and employers); • Identify, in line with the selected searching and sorting system, the key words and many industry categories per each profession; • Develop, in close coordination with EEAS and the IT company, a demo aimed at providing guidance to both job seekers and employers about the use of the job matching system functionalities; • Attend meeting with representatives of EEAS, IOM and the IT company; • Revise and upgrade the available Arabic version of the skills set and competencies; • Translate into Arabic the new headings and sub occupations as per ISCO 08; • Provide final report to IOM project manager on activities carried out. Desirable Qualifications: a) Master degree from an accredited academic institution preferably Languages, Science of Education, Political/Social Sciences, Development Studies or related fields, b) solid knowledge of the standard classification for occupations, c) solid knowledge of the European Qualification Framework; d) proved experience in liaising with governmental counterparts; e) proved experience in translation of official and technical documents from English into Arabic and vice versa; f) previous experiences with IOM and with UN specialized agencies is an advantage. Competencies: Behavioral a) Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d) takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; i) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; j) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM; k) deals with confident matters in a professional way. Technical a) Delivers on set objectives on hardship situations; b) effectively coordinates actions with other implementing partners; c) works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives. Language(s): Thorough knowledge of Arabic and English, both written and spoken Application procedure: Interested candidates are invited to send their up-to-date curriculum vitae to the Human Resources Department, E-mail address: [email protected]. Deadline for application is 22nd of November 2014. Please clearly indicate in the subject line of your application message the position title. Applications with no such indication in the subject line will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. [end of document]
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