Messenger

Call for Applications

Reference Code: CFA – 05/2023

Position Title: Messenger

Duty Station: Kathmandu, Nepal

Type of Appointment: Ungraded, 6 months

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 25 April 2023

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.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of Chief Migration Health Officer in Kathmandu and direct supervision of the Senior Medical Admin Assistant of Kathmandu, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:

Core Functions / Responsibilities: 

1. Coordinates/Communicates with MHAC and assists for arranging smooth procedures of health assessment.
2. Coordinates and calls the clients for necessary procedures for health assessment such as chest X-ray, laboratory testing, vaccination, anthropometry and physical examination.
3. Prevents overcrowding and ensure orderly and safe movements of clients/urban refugees in the compound.
4. Helps MHAC staffs during health assessment and clerical works.
5. Monitors the fuel level of the generator and arrange for necessary re-fuelling.
6. Deliver mail-out documents to the UN embassy.
7. Bring medical disposables to TUTH.
8. Coordinates and report to MHAC staffs on necessary refuelling and maintenance of generator, and office/equipment/supplies in MHAC premise.
9. Monitors the reserve water-tank level and verifies quantities of water supplied.
10. Perform any other duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Completed High School Degree/Equivalent from an accredited academic institution; or
• Completed School leaving certificate from an accredited academic institution.

Experience

• Relevant work experience of 2 years in any other offices.
• Experience of working as a messenger/office assistant handling clients.
• Experience of handling large group of people.
• Team-work oriented with capacity to work independently.
• Cross cultural experience.

Skills

• Ability to communicate well with your co-workers, clients.
• Self-motivated and objective driven.

Languages

Fluency in English, Nepali is required. 

Required Competencies

• 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.

Other

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment. Only Nepali Nationals will be considered for this position.

How to apply:

Interested Candidates are requested to submit their application indicating clearly the position applied, CFA number and CV with three references to the following address: Human Resource Department, International Organization for Migration, P.O. Box 25503, Baluwatar, Kathmandu or email to iomnepaljobs@iom.int by 25 April 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.