Protection Assistant

International Organization for Migration - IOM

Staff Closes 27 May 2026 8 days left

Overview

Support the AVR Hub team by reporting protection-related needs of beneficiaries and assisting in protection screenings. Provide basic information and guidance to beneficiaries and facilitate referrals to specialized services.


Key Responsibilities
  • Report protection-related needs of beneficiaries.
  • Assist in conducting initial and ongoing protection screenings.
  • Provide basic information and practical guidance to beneficiaries.
  • Assist in the implementation and follow up of individual protection or care plans.
  • Record, maintain, and communicate identified protection needs and vulnerabilities.
  • Provide basic information and orientation to beneficiaries regarding AVR Hub procedures.
  • Facilitate referrals to specialized services.
  • Support coordination and information exchange with relevant internal teams, service providers, and authorities.
  • Report protection-related concerns affecting individual beneficiaries.
  • Support follow up of community-based or family support mechanisms.
  • Organise information activities and group sessions for AVR Hub residents.
  • Draft case-related notes, summaries, and inputs for internal coordination and reporting purposes.
  • Undertake other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
  • High school diploma with four years of professional experience; or, Bachelor’s degree with two years of professional experience.
  • Experience working with migrants and/or refugees or familiarity in working in a multi-cultural environment is desirable.
  • Previous working experience with vulnerable migrants or semi-independent living units is an advantage.
  • Previous experience and/or knowledge on child protection is an advantage.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma
  • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology preferably a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Licensed Social Worker would be an advantage.
Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English and Greek (written and oral) is required.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
Up to 9 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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