Introduction
The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Based in Copenhagen (Denmark) and present in forty countries, the Danish Refugee Council is a non-profit-making, politically independent, non-governmental and non-denominational relief organization.
Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
Background
DRC has been operating in Greece since December 2015, providing support to the Greek Ministry of Migration Policy in ensuring dignified reception conditions for refugees and migrants arriving on Lesvos island. In March 2016, DRC expanded its operations in Athens, in response to the changing context and the build-up of refugee population on mainland Greece.
Purpose
DRC Greece is looking to recruit a qualified, flexible and enthusiastic professional to work for its Office in Trikala, Central Greece, as a Integration Learning Center Team leader. Under the supervision of the Urban Manager and with the technical guidance from the Education Coordinator, the Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation and management of the education project activities in the ILC in Central Greece.
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the managerial supervision of Urban Project Manager, the Integration Learning Center Team Leader will coordinate the development and implementation of quality programs and activities providing on-going support to staff, educators, cultural mediators and those working with children and adults, and ensuring the child safeguarding and participation policies of DRC are strictly adhered to.
The main responsibilities include:
In addition to the above, the Integration Learning Center Team Leader may be asked to carry out other duties requested by the Urban Manager.
Required Qualifications
· University degree in Education, Social Sciences or in relevant field
· At least two years working experience in a related field; previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered as a strong advantage
· Excellent verbal and written English and Greek skills are required
· Experience in managing and implementing educational programs
· Experience in management of interdisciplinary teams
· Experience of community-based or community mobilization work in a humanitarian context is a strong advantage
· Experience in providing recreational activities to children (drama, play, games, circus, sport, storytelling, drawing/painting, artistic activities, music, dancing) will be highly appreciated
· Strong computer skills
Required Skills & Qualities
· Core Competencies of DRC:
o Striving for excellence
o Collaboration
o Taking the lead
o Communication
o Demonstrating Integrity
· Ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment
· Proactivity, with a sound commitment to teamwork and with a spirit of genuine collaboration
· Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to humanitarian principle and high sense of ethics
· Excellent communication skills, as well as patience and politeness, are needed
· Ability to cope with high workload and stress and identify priority activities and assignments, and adjust priorities as required
· Multi-tasking and organizational skills is a must, and a good sense of humor.
Terms & Conditions
· The contract will be under the Greek Labor Law (this is a national position)
· All allowances will be provided to the employees (Christmas, Easter, Vacation bonus)
· DRC provides training opportunities to develop and strengthen the quality of its services as well as its staff members’ professional and personal development.
· The position will be based in Trikala, Central Greece, and national terms and conditions apply
This vacancy is archived.