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Job Vacancy In International Organization for Migration (IOM),Job Vacancy For Receptionist,

Vacancy Notice No: VN#NP/08/21

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Receptionist

Duty Station : Kathmandu, Nepal
Classification : General Service Staff, Grade 3
Type of Appointment : Special Short Term ,6 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : December 09, 2021

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 the Resources Management Officer and direct supervision
of the National Procurement Logistics & Government Liaison Officer, the incumbent will be
responsible to provide support services to Procurement and Logistics Unit. The incumbent’s
responsibilities will include the following:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Answer and screen all incoming calls with tact and discretion; assess
correspondence prior to referring to appropriate units/staff members in a
professional and timely manner.
2. Liaise between the IOM main office in Kathmandu, IOM sub-office and to other field
visits with regard to dispatch and other routine logistical arrangements such as
transportation of office documents and goods.
3. Facilitate conference rooms booking, setting up and organizing meetings and settle
petty cash payments.
4. Record and monitor overall consumption of office utilities, prepare Purchase
Requisitions (PR) and Requests for Payment (RFP) to the needs, and allocate cost
payments.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified
female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal
candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
5. Maintain updated distribution lists of staff contacts, in addition to the
telephone/address list of internal and external contacts and the Yellow Pages of the
mission.
6. Manage incoming/outgoing mail, deliveries, fax transmittals; in close coordination
with messengers, disseminate to appropriate units/staff members. Dispatch courier
packages, ensuring proper cost allocation, recording, and timely payments.
7. Assist on collection and distribution of goods, documents, pouch, to be sent and
received based on the requirement of Mission’s activities; maintain records/files
accordingly.
8. Attend to office visitors, directing them to appropriate units/staff members.
9. Assist OPS Senior Assistant with in-country flight bookings and travel.
10. Undertake any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited Institute with at least one year of relevant work
  experience, or
• Completed High School degree with at least three years in relevant work experience

Experience

• Experience to manage a multi-lined telephone system.
• Previous working experience in an international organization and familiarity with
  the IOM/UN common system or similar systems is an advantage.
• Airlines and ticketing experience will be an advantage.

Languages
Fluency in English, Nepali is required.

Required Competencies

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 – behavioural indicators level 3
• 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.

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, VN 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 [email protected] by 09 December 2021. Only
short-listed candidates will be called for interview.