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2 Sep
VA24P131V01 - MRC Coordinator
Batticaloa
Functional Setting:
Working closely with the respective project manager, the Migrant Resource Centre (MRC) Coordinator based on solid knowledge and experience, supports the technical and administrative functions, coordination, and management of the MRC in a designated duty station, ensuring the effective and efficient coordination and operation of the MRC, in accordance with ICMPD rules and procedures. S/he ensures effective communication, information and service delivery and contributes to the organisation of events and activities organised by the MRC. S/he works collaboratively with the MRC Senior Counsellors, Counsellors, administrative support staff, project teams, relevant local counterparts, and Units at ICMPD Headquarters, ensuring the effective and
timely delivery of MRC activities and services.

The Coordinator will be help manage the MRC Sri Lanka in Batticaloa, which was set-up by the International Centre for Migration Policy Development and the Ministry of Labour and Foreign Employment through the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment. MRCs help individuals and communities make informed decision regarding migration through awareness raising, community education and counselling. MRC provide advice and information to potential, current and returning migrations on matters related to migration covering the whole cycle (from pre-migration to onsite to return and reintegration).

S/he will work under the supervision of the Project Manager within the Silk Routes Regional Office of ICMPD. The MRC Coordinator will be based in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka.  

Position-Specific Expertise

Proven experience in working with projects targeting migrants.

Proven experience in organising meetings and conferences, providing counselling and conducting social media campaigns.

Capability to establish effective relationships with stakeholders, and successfully build strategic networks and partnerships.

Position-Specific Qualifications and Language Skills

Knowledge in Sinhala and Tamil​.

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