Finance Officer

Submit until: 16/4/2021
Location: Athens

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 1 – The job holder does not have contact with children

The Finance Officer performs reporting and budgeting activities, accounts receivable and grants administration. He/she will be responsible for project reporting and project expenditure. He/she works closely with program leaders and their staff.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor closely the Grant Contract Requirements and Donors’ Templates;
  • Support organization-wide donors’ budgeting and financial reporting through review of donor financial documents for accuracy, adherence to budgeting best practices, and indirect recovery;
  • Provide info & revisions to the SN procedures & manuals;
  • Prepare the Financial Reports & Documentation;
  • Analyze and explain variances between forecasts, budget, and actual spent or/and unspent amounts;
  • Communicate clearly with the program and operations team on the plant’s performance;
  • Coordinate and participate in various auditing related activities to ensure proper controls and compliance with SN policies;
  • Coordinate Inventory Reporting for assets;
  • Support response to finance-related donors’ queries;
  • Work with the department to prepare and manage the annual operating reporting;
  • Submit Financial Reporting documentation whenever is requested by Project Guidelines;
  • Assist when necessary to the Bookkeeping of expenses and bank transactions
  • Performs checks in contracts connected to program and projects, whenever needed;
  • Trains and informs existing and new staff on procedures, making sure that they are understood and adhered to according to each donor’s requirements, also keeping everyone updated on any changes to these.

Requirements

  • University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or related field (Master’s degree will be considered as an asset);
  • 3-5 years of work experience in a Finance role;
  • Experience in the NGO sector and/or European Programs, budgeting and reporting
  • Excellent communication skills as the role demands extensive interaction with other departments and people of all levels;
  • Good knowledge of Accounting Policies and Standards and associated regulatory issues and trends and double entry bookkeeping;
  • Working knowledge of Accounting Software packages (knowledge of Navision Accounting Software would be an asset)
  • Very good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail and determination to meet deadlines;
  • Fluent in English;
  • Professional attitude towards work;

Interested candidates should submit in a single document their Resume/CV with an introductory text in English to: recruitment@solidaritynow.org by April 16th, 2021 mentioning in the email subject “Finance Officer”.

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 April 16th, 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.

(Ελληνικά) Εκπαιδευτικός πληροφορικής – τεχνική υποστήριξη (Η/Υ & δίκτυα)

Submit until: (Ελληνικά) 09/04/2021
Location: (Ελληνικά) Θεσσαλονίκη

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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.

(Ελληνικά) Εκπαιδευτικός πληροφορικής – προγραμματισμός

Submit until: (Ελληνικά) 09/04/2021
Location: (Ελληνικά) Θεσσαλονίκη

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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 CONSULTANT

Submit until: 07/04/2021
Location: Thessaloniki (Blue Refugee Center)

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Main Responsibilities:

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of cases to employment, job matching and career management service.
  • Provide information, advices and guidance to the POCs (refugees, migrants, Greeks) 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, Greeks) base.
  • Job match POCs (refugees, migrants, Greeks) 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.

Essential skills & Attributes:

  • 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

Desirable Skills & Attributes:

  • 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
  • French is desirable

If you are interested in applying, please send your CV and motivation letter to thes-recruitment@solidaritynow.org mentioning in the email subject “SN Employability Consultant_ 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 April 07th, 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.

INTERPRETER (ARABIC & FRENCH)

Submit until: 18/04/2021
Location: Kato Milia

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 3 – The job holder will have regular contact with children

Generic responsibilities

  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during educational activities for adult beneficiaries of international protection;
  • 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;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, ensures that all beneficiaries feel comfortable and safe to share their concerns freely, as well as participate in classes and other educational activities;
  • Respects the code of conduct of the organization, with emphasis on confidentiality;
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned by the respective Team Leader.

Qualifications

Essential:

  • Excellent command of Arabic and French;
  • Excellent command of English and/or Greek;
  • 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, respect and interact with children of all ages, background and diversity;
  • 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 & French_ Kato Milia”.

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 April 18th, 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.

(Ελληνικά) ΚΑΘΑΡΙΣΤΗΣ / ΚΑΘΑΡΙΣΤΡΙΑ

Submit until: (Ελληνικά) 9/4/2021
Location: (Ελληνικά) Σίνδος

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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.

ACCOMMODATION SUPERVISOR

Submit until: 09/04/2021
Location: Sindos

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

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

Reports To: Team Leader

Under the supervision of Project Coordinator and Team Leader, the Accommodation Supervisor will be responsible for the general supervision and the smooth operation of all apartments and hosting structures that SN operates in Thessaloniki. Accommodation Supervisor works closely with Programs, Operations and Finance Department.

Responsibilities

  • Be the focal point for landlords, building managers for accommodation structures that SN operates in Sindos
  • Keep a physical and digital archive and always keep update apartments’ database with all the required info (record date of contract, owner bank account details, Electricity and Water account numbers and monthly costs or any other information upon supervisor request)
  • Collect all utilities’ bills and ensure that have not been expired
  • Make sure that all rental or utilities contracts have not expired and inform the Operations Officer and request directions regarding next steps
  • Prepare all documentation needed with regards to accommodation expenses to be forwarded to Finance Department for payment
  • In agreement with Operations Officer collaborate with Finance Department to initiate all payments regarding accommodation (rentals, utilities bills, common spaces expenses etc)
  • Keep and update logistics books by recording all assets and repairs for all accommodation structures and flats in collaboration with the Supply Chain Unit
  • Work closely with social workers and Thessaloniki Project Coordinator to visit beneficiaries’ apartments once per month ensuring that the apartments’ condition is appropriate and record any damage/repair needed
  • Prepare repairs’ reports and plan any repair/ renovation work needed on a monthly basis and share the plan with the Operations Officer and Supply Chain Unit
  • Daily plan and coordinate any technical work and maintenance of apartments in collaboration with the technical staff and Supply Chain Unit, when necessary
  • Monitor all shelter and infrastructure activities, ensuring compliance with strategies and guidance provided and agreed per signed contracts
  • Prepare and send reports to Operations Department
  • Close and regular contact with Operations Department, technical staff and Thessaloniki Project Coordinator to discuss matters relating to apartments and infrastructure

Requirements

  • Degree from Technical Institutions
  • Experience in real estate management would be an extra asset.
  • Strong administrative skills
  • Excellent IT skills, excellent use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, outlook etc) & internet
  • Native in Greek, Fluent in English (both written and spoken)
  • Excellent organizational and coordination skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Practical ability
  • Attention to detail
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Be a team player and self –initiative worker

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

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 April 09th, 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.

Farsi Interpreter

Submit until: 09/04/2021
Location: Elaionas

Starting Date: ASAP

Status:  Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 3 – The job holder will have regular contact with children

Languages:         Fluent in Farsi

Responsibilities

Interpretation

  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during confidential/private sessions with vulnerable individuals, particularly children at risk and survivors of gender-based violence;
  • Provides clear and accurate interpretation services, during protection related informative sessions, briefings, trainings etc;
  • Provides written translation of documents to English or Greek;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, contributes to the identification of particular vulnerabilities and other protection-related issues;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, assists in the accompaniment of particularly vulnerable individuals to other service providers;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, participates in field-trips and other external activities;
  • In coordination with other team colleagues, ensures that all beneficiaries feel comfortable and safe to share their concerns freely, as well as participate in activities;
  • Respects the code of conduct of the organization, with emphasis on confidentiality;
  • Performs other position-related duties as assigned by the respective Team Leader.

Other Duties

  • Participate in field trips, visits and assessments as requested by supervisor.
  • Brief beneficiaries on running programs and inform for any relevant changes.
  • Contribute to the identification of vulnerabilities and facilitate beneficiaries’ access to available support.

Required qualifications and skills

Essential

  • Fluent in Farsi
  • Previous Experience in relevant position
  • Familiar with refugee and migration Issues
  • Cross cultural awareness and understanding
  • Computer literacy & numeracy
  • Well organized and efficient
  • Good interpersonal & communications skills

Desired

  • Field work experience e.g., in camps or temporary settlements
  • Interest and experience to work with vulnerable groups
  • Fluent in Greek or English

Interested candidates should submit in a single document their Resume/CV with an introductory text in English to: recruitment@solidaritynow.org by April 9th, 2021 mentioning in the email subject “Farsi Interpreter_Elaionas”.

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 April 9th, 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.

INTERPRETER (FRENCH) AND KNOWLEDGE OF AT LEAST ONE AFRICAN LANGUAGE

Submit until: 05/04/2021
Location: Thessaloniki

Place: Blue Refugee Center, Thessaloniki

Starting Date: ASAP

Status: Part Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 3 – The job holder will have regular contact with children

Generic responsibilities

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;

Qualifications

Essential

  • Excellent command of French and at least one African dialect (knowledge of Lingala will be considered as an asset);
  • 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 April 05th, 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: 05/04/2021
Location: Thessaloniki

Place: Blue Refugee Center, Thessaloniki

Starting Date: ASAP

Status: Full Time

Child Safeguarding Policy: Level 3 – The job holder will have regular contact with children

Generic responsibilities

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;

Qualifications

Essential

  • Excellent command of Farsi and/or Dari;
  • 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 April 05th, 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.