Mission and objectives

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (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

EU-funded “Supporting Türkiye’s Efforts for Efficient Migration Management Project” aims to contribute towards progress on alignment with EU acquis and improve Türkiye’s institutional capacity as regards Chapter 24. The project is implemented by IOM and the main beneficiary of the project is Ministry of Interior, Presidency of Migration Management (PMM). Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Associate under IBG Unit, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for supporting and facilitating the achievement of the project’s objectives and outcomes, ensuring the successful daily implementation of project activities. This includes providing direct assistance to the relevant departments of the beneficiary institution, managing logistical and technical arrangements, and ensuring effective follow-up on all related tasks. In this context, the incumbent will be based in beneficiary institution (PMM)’s main premises as IOM personnel and will undertake the assigned tasks and responsibilities in close communication with PMM’s relevant departments.

Task Description

Under the direct supervision of Senior Programme Associate in IOM, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for the following tasks: • Use the required software for data monitoring, visualization, and statistical analysis. • Provide technical support to relevant department in PMM in areas such as Power BI, R, data visualization, and statistical analysis. • Identify data analysis and measurement methods and work to make data obtained from these measurements more comprehensible. • Actively participate in the processes of data collection, cleaning, integration, pattern analysis, reporting, and presentation. • Analyse large datasets and uncover trends. • Perform duties and responsibilities under the supervision of IOM and relevant department of PMM, and in line with the requirements of the department. • Submit a report at the end of the contract period to PMM and IOM, outlining lessons learned and additional needs identified during the assignment at the relevant department. • Perform other duties as may be assigned. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: – Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day, 5th of December). – Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country. – Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities (for instance at https://vra.unv.org), – Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc. – Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers. – Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Competencies and values

Values: • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible. • 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. Core Competencies – behavioral 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 action and delegated work. • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Living conditions and remarks

The UN Volunteer will be based in Ankara and work in beneficiary institution (PMM)’s main premises as IOM personnel. The UN Volunteers are responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. For full entitlements at the duty station: https://app.unv.org/calculator. The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://explore.unv.org/cos The Summary of UNV Entitlement (National Youth): Paid in Local Currency ● Current Monthly Living Allowance (MLA) is USD 1088 (disbursing in Turkish Lira) ● Private insurance: Health, dental, life and dismemberment coverage by CIGNA. As per UN’s diplomatic mission status, it is not included in National Security Institution’s (SGK) system but can be only initiated on private basis. ● Entry allowance: USD 400 ● Exit allowance: USD 113 per month and upon the satisfactory completion of assignment ● Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month ● Free access to different learning platforms and UN & UNV network Notes: 1) The allowances are in no way to be understood as a compensation, reward or salary in exchange for the volunteer work. 2) It’s important to note that UNV assignments are volunteer assignments, not employment. The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service. Contingent on specific eligibility criteria, location of the volunteer assignment, and contractual type and category, the payment of allowances will begin from the date of Commencement of Service For more information on entitlements please read the Condition of Service