INTERPRETER (FRENCH)

Submit until: 26/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during individual sessions with the beneficiaries of the center (e.g. for psychosocial services, legal cases, employability counselling);
  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during informative sessions, briefings, trainings etc;
  • Provides written translation of documents to English or Greek;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, participates in field-trips and other external activities;
  • Accompanies beneficiaries -when necessary- to public services, medical appointments, or hospitals;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, ensures that all beneficiaries feel comfortable and safe to share their concerns freely;
  • Respects the code of conduct of the organization, with emphasis on confidentiality;
  • Welcomes beneficiaries in a professional and friendly way;
  • Provides interpretation services through phone calls or remotely, when needed;
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned by the respective Team Leader;

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Excellent command of French
  • Excellent command of Greek and/or English language;
  • Minimum one-year professional experience as an interpreter or cultural mediator;
  • Familiar with protection issues related to refugee population;
  • High professional ethics;
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, listening and observation skills, including ability to create trust, support and respect;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in multi-ethnic environment; Cross Culturally Aware and flexible;
  • Strong team player;
  • Well organized and efficient, flexible, able to handle pressure well and adapt in different working environments;

Desired

  • Previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered an asset
  • Field Working Experience in Camps/Temporary Settlements of refugee/migrant population
  • Computer literacy

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Interpreter French_BRC”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

INTERPRETER (FARSI)

Submit until: 26/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during individual sessions with the beneficiaries of the center (e.g. for psychosocial services, legal cases, employability counselling);
  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during informative sessions, briefings, trainings etc;
  • Provides written translation of documents to English or Greek;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, participates in field-trips and other external activities;
  • Accompanies beneficiaries -when necessary- to public services, medical appointments or hospitals;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, ensures that all beneficiaries feel comfortable and safe to share their concerns freely;
  • Respects the code of conduct of the organization, with emphasis on confidentiality;
  • Welcomes beneficiaries in a professional and friendly way;
  • Provides interpretation services through phone calls or remotely, when needed;
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned by the respective Team Leader;

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Excellent command of Farsi
  • Excellent command of Greek and/or English language;
  • Minimum one-year professional experience as an interpreter or cultural mediator;
  • Familiar with protection issues related to refugee population;
  • High professional ethics;
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, listening and observation skills, including ability to create trust, support and respect;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in multi-ethnic environment; Cross Culturally Aware and flexible;
  • Strong team player;
  • Well organized and efficient, flexible, able to handle pressure well and adapt in different working environments;

Desired

  • Previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered an asset
  • Field Working Experience in Camps/Temporary Settlements of refugee/migrant population
  • Computer literacy

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Interpreter Farsi_BRC”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

INTERPRETER (ARABIC) (part time)

Submit until: 26/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Part Time (75%)

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during individual sessions with the beneficiaries of the center (e.g. for psychosocial services, legal cases, employability counselling);
  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during informative sessions, briefings, trainings etc;
  • Provides written translation of documents to English or Greek;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, participates in field-trips and other external activities;
  • Accompanies beneficiaries -when necessary- to public services, medical appointments or hospitals;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, ensures that all beneficiaries feel comfortable and safe to share their concerns freely;
  • Respects the code of conduct of the organization, with emphasis on confidentiality;
  • Welcomes beneficiaries in a professional and friendly way;
  • Provides interpretation services through phone calls or remotely, when needed;
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned by the respective Team Leader;

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Excellent command of Arabic
  • Excellent command of Greek and/or English language;
  • Minimum one-year professional experience as an interpreter or cultural mediator;
  • Familiar with protection issues related to refugee population;
  • High professional ethics;
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, listening and observation skills, including ability to create trust, support and respect;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in multi-ethnic environment; Cross Culturally Aware and flexible;
  • Strong team player;
  • Well organized and efficient, flexible, able to handle pressure well and adapt in different working environments;

Desired

  • Previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered an asset
  • Field Working Experience in Camps/Temporary Settlements of refugee/migrant population
  • Computer literacy

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Interpreter Arabic_BRC”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

INTERPRETER (ARABIC)

Submit until: 26/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To:  Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Main Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during individual sessions with the beneficiaries of the center (e.g. for psychosocial services, legal cases, employability counselling);
  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during informative sessions, briefings, trainings etc;
  • Provides written translation of documents to English or Greek;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, participates in field-trips and other external activities;
  • Accompanies beneficiaries -when necessary- to public services, medical appointments or hospitals;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, ensures that all beneficiaries feel comfortable and safe to share their concerns freely;
  • Respects the code of conduct of the organization, with emphasis on confidentiality;
  • Welcomes beneficiaries in a professional and friendly way;
  • Provides interpretation services through phone calls or remotely, when needed;
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned by the respective Team Leader;

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Excellent command of Arabic
  • Excellent command of Greek and/or English language;
  • Minimum one-year professional experience as an interpreter or cultural mediator;
  • Familiar with protection issues related to refugee population;
  • High professional ethics;
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, listening and observation skills, including ability to create trust, support and respect;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in multi-ethnic environment; Cross Culturally Aware and flexible;
  • Strong team player;
  • Well organized and efficient, flexible, able to handle pressure well and adapt in different working environments;

Desired

  • Previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered an asset
  • Field Working Experience in Camps/Temporary Settlements of refugee/migrant population
  • Computer literacy

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Interpreter Arabic_BRC”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

EMPLOYABILITY OFFICER

Submit until: 26/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of cases to employment, job matching and career management service.
  • Provide information, advice and guidance to the POCs (refugees, migrants) on key knowledge areas including; CVs, Job searching, Interview skills Coaching and Training/Education, to enhance current and future employability.
  • Analyze and understand current employment context and related opportunities.
  • Use labor market information to research and build additional relationships with employers, creating further employment opportunities appropriate to the needs of the POCs (refugees, migrants) base.
  • Job match POCs (refugees, migrants) with vacancies and opportunities.
  • Carry out detailed job analysis to understand and guide on reasonable adjustments to maximize the likelihood of successful and sustainable employment services and encourage appropriate referrals.
  • Maintain a record system, case notes and other electronic files to a high standard to ensure high quality standards.

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Previous Supported Employment.
  • Excellent case management skills to deliver a quality service to a large total caseload
  • Well organized, structured, and self-disciplined, with excellent time-management skills
  • Recruitment experience will be considered as an asset
  • Very strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good networking and relationship management skills

Desired

  • Education in the career development, education, social service and/or human service-related field
  • Previous experience providing career and employment-based case-managed services
  • Experience of employment support for people with disabilities (physical and/or mental health)
  • Knowledge and experience of Greek Employment Law as it relates to this type of service and role
  • Experience with NGO environment practices
  • Proficient with MS Office
  • Fluency in Greek and English
  • Knowledge of French will be an asset

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to  thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Employability Officer _BRC_ Thessaloniki”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

AFTER-SCHOOL SUPPORT TEACHER

Submit until: 26/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Part Time (60%)

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Job Overview

The After-School Support Teacher is responsible for organizing and providing recreational activities for children, in order to improve their knowledge on school lessons (Greek, Mathematics, Science), as well as for monitoring their learning progress.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of cases to employment, job matching and career management service.
  • Provide information, advice, and guidance to the POCs (refugees, migrants) on key knowledge areas including; CVs, Job searching, Interview skills Coaching and Training/Education, to enhance current and future employability.
  • Analyze and understand current employment context and related opportunities.
  • Use labor market information to research and build additional relationships with employers, creating further employment opportunities appropriate to the needs of the POCs (refugees, migrants) base.
  • Job match POCs (refugees, migrants) with vacancies and opportunities.
  • Carry out detailed job analysis to understand and guide on reasonable adjustments to maximize the likelihood of successful and sustainable employment services and encourage appropriate referrals.
  • Maintain a record system, case notes and other electronic files to a high standard to ensure high quality standards.

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Previous Supported Employment.
  • Excellent case management skills to deliver a quality service to a large total caseload
  • Well organized, structured, and self-disciplined, with excellent time-management skills
  • Recruitment experience will be considered as an asset
  • Very strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good networking and relationship management skills

Desired

  • Education in the career development, education, social service and/or human service-related field
  • Previous experience providing career and employment-based case-managed services
  • Experience of employment support for people with disabilities (physical and/or mental health)
  • Knowledge and experience of Greek Employment Law as it relates to this type of service and role
  • Experience with NGO environment practices
  • Proficient with MS Office
  • Fluency in Greek and English
  • Knowledge of French will be an asset

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to  thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “After-School Support Teacher _BRC_ Thessaloniki”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

ADULTS GREEK TEACHER

Submit until: 26/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Implements Greek language classes per the student population needs
  • Expands and builds on the existing educational curriculum, targeting and addressing the needs of the student population
  • Provides homework support for those who attend formal education
  • Oversees distributions of teaching and learning material according to the population’s needs
  • Update and maintains effective workplans
  • Ensures on-going monitoring, tracking, and reporting of classes
  • Develops and maintain effective filing systems, both electronic and hardcopy
  • Supports education, recreational and various activities
  • Contributes to the identification of vulnerabilities and facilitates access to available aid

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Excellent Greek and English 
  • Degree – Bachelor degree in Greek Literature
  • Proven knowledge of training, curriculum development, implementation, and educational administration
  • At least 1 year of professional experience in educational programs for vulnerable communities
  • Experience teaching Greek as a foreign language
  • Experience engaging with adults and communities in order to improve attendance and address students’ needs
  • Strong analytical and administrative skills in the management of educational programs and education
  • Experience in report writing and excellent computer skills
  • Experience in training of trainers/facilitators skills will be an advantage
  • Knowledge of French, Arabic or Farsi will be an advantage

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to  thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Adults Greek Teacher _BRC_ Thessaloniki”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

ADULTS ENGLISH TEACHER

Submit until: 26/09/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Blue Refugee Center (BRC) Coordinator

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Implements English language classes per the student population needs
  • Expands and builds on the existing educational curriculum, targeting and addressing the needs of the student population
  • Provides homework support for those who attend formal education
  • Oversees distributions of teaching and learning material according to the population’s needs
  • Update and maintains effective workplans
  • Ensures on-going monitoring, tracking and reporting of classes
  • Develops and maintain effective filing systems, both electronic and hardcopy
  • Supports education, recreational and various activities
  • Contributes to the identification of vulnerabilities and facilitates access to available aid

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Excellent Greek and English 
  • Degree – Bachelor degree in English Literature
  • Proven knowledge of training, curriculum development, implementation and educational administration
  • At least 1 year of professional experience in educational programs for vulnerable communities
  • Experience teaching English as a foreign language
  • Experience engaging with adults and communities in order to improve attendance and address students’ needs
  • Strong analytical and administrative skills in the management of educational programs and education
  • Experience in report writing and excellent computer skills
  • Experience in training of trainers/facilitators skills will be an advantage
  • Knowledge of French, Arabic or Farsi will be an advantage

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to  thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Adults English Teacher _BRC_ Thessaloniki”.

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by September 26th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will receive a written reply.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

PROJECT AREA MANAGER (SOUTH GREECE)

Submit until: 24/9/2021
Location: Athens (frequent travel required)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Project Coordinator

Generic responsibilities

  • Oversee the implementation of a refugee non-formal education project for refugee children, incorporating both refugee camps and urban locations. Work in close cooperation with the project staff, key stakeholders, other departments and partners, and in compliance with all contractual obligations towards the donor and in accordance with the SolidarityNow SOPs.
  • Ensure project activities comply with the policies and regulations of the organization. Support problem-solving related to education issues, as well as practical and logistical challenges arising in the field.
  • Collaborate with responsible staff on the development and execution of project plans and monitoring processes and results achieved against the project indicators.
  • Oversee the hiring process for project field staff, in collaboration with the HR department, per organizational HR policies and programmatic needs.
  • Follow implementation plans and timetables.
  • Submit progress reports as needed, externally and internally.
  • Lead and motivate the team, monitor activities, and coordinate work.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff and the Education Expert to coordinate the design of a curriculum tailored to refugee needs and support its implementation through guidance and review when necessary.
  • Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partner organizations to guarantee implementation of activities and achievement of results as specified in grant agreements.
  • Employ resourcefulness in project implementation and monitoring. Identify and suggest creative solutions.
  • Conduct field visits on a regular basis, and work and participate in field activities on an ad hoc basis.
  • Perform any other task related to the implementation of the project as requested.
  • Assist the field teams with the overall planning of the assigned project’s activities.
  • Monitor budget absorption in cooperation with the Project Coordinator and the Finance department.

Qualifications

  • University degree (preferably Master’s) from an accredited academic institution preferably in Education Policy, or other education related discipline.
  • Strong grasp of education methods, terminology, and tools.
  • At least 1-year practical experience in humanitarian response, preferably on refugees’ education, in a managerial position.
  • Fluency in Greek and English, both verbal and in writing.
  • Familiarity with project cycle management.
  • Proven understanding and experience of advocacy and policy change work within a humanitarian context.
  • Proven skills in networking and relationship building.
  • Strong analytical and information gathering skills.
  • Excellent writing and facilitation skills.
  • Strong communication and representational skills.
  • Strong administrative skills.
  • Ability to work alone and on one’s own initiative, efficient multi-tasking.
  • Cultural sensitivity.
  • Understanding of and commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
  • Experience with institutional donors’ regulations and requirements, especially UN donors.

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Project Area Manager_South Greece”

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by Friday, 24th September 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.

PROJECT AREA MANAGER (NORTH GREECE)

Submit until: 24/9/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (frequent travel required)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 2 – The job holder will have sporadic contact with children

Reports To: Project Coordinator

Generic responsibilities

  • Oversee the implementation of a refugee non-formal education project for refugee children, incorporating both refugee camps and urban locations. Work in close cooperation with the project staff, key stakeholders, other departments and partners, and in compliance with all contractual obligations towards the donor and in accordance with the SolidarityNow SOPs.
  • Ensure project activities comply with the policies and regulations of the organization. Support problem-solving related to education issues, as well as practical and logistical challenges arising in the field.
  • Collaborate with responsible staff on the development and execution of project plans and monitoring processes and results achieved against the project indicators.
  • Oversee the hiring process for project field staff, in collaboration with the HR department, per organizational HR policies and programmatic needs.
  • Follow implementation plans and timetables.
  • Submit progress reports as needed, externally and internally.
  • Lead and motivate the team, monitor activities, and coordinate work.
  • Collaborate with teaching staff and the Education Expert to coordinate the design of a curriculum tailored to refugee needs and support its implementation through guidance and review when necessary.
  • Ensure close collaboration and coordination with cooperating partner organizations to guarantee implementation of activities and achievement of results as specified in grant agreements.
  • Employ resourcefulness in project implementation and monitoring. Identify and suggest creative solutions.
  • Conduct field visits on a regular basis, and work and participate in field activities on an ad hoc basis.
  • Perform any other task related to the implementation of the project as requested.
  • Assist the field teams with the overall planning of the assigned project’s activities.
  • Monitor budget absorption in cooperation with the Project Coordinator and the Finance department.

Qualifications

  • University degree (preferably Master’s) from an accredited academic institution preferably in Education Policy, or other education related discipline.
  • Strong grasp of education methods, terminology, and tools.
  • At least 1-year practical experience in humanitarian response, preferably on refugees’ education, in a managerial position.
  • Fluency in Greek and English, both verbal and in writing.
  • Familiarity with project cycle management.
  • Proven understanding and experience of advocacy and policy change work within a humanitarian context.
  • Proven skills in networking and relationship building.
  • Strong analytical and information gathering skills.
  • Excellent writing and facilitation skills.
  • Strong communication and representational skills.
  • Strong administrative skills.
  • Ability to work alone and on one’s own initiative, efficient multi-tasking.
  • Cultural sensitivity.
  • Understanding of and commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
  • Experience with institutional donors’ regulations and requirements, especially UN donors.

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “Project Area Manager_North Greece”

SN is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities and from vulnerable and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Recruitment processes reflect SN’s commitment to keeping children safe from harm and abuse. Employment is subject to SN Child protection standards, including background checks and adherence to SN Child Safeguarding Policy.

Due to the urgency of recruitment, SN reserves the right to complete the process as soon as the suitable candidate has been identified. Interested candidates should submit their applications (CV and motivation letter) not later than by Friday, 24th September 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.


Remarks: Before submitting your CV, please read carefully the employees’ privacy notice on the processing of personal data pursuant to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and the respective Greek legislation.

For roles that will have regular contact with vulnerable populations SolidarityNow is obliged to seek information about criminal convictions and offences, and selected candidates will be requested to provide a recent copy of criminal record.

Following the preventive measures against COVID-19, holding a vaccination certificate or undergoing Covid-19 antigen tests as per government directions is mandatory.