Call for Applications 2026-08 Project Consultant - Health Mediator/ Educator

Job Description

Introduction

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.

 

Project Context and Scope

Health Promotion Project ''Your Health is in Your Hands''

Many people with a migrant background in Slovakia lack practical knowledge about how to access the healthcare system, including how to use preventive services such as cancer screening. This information gap can have a particularly negative impact on the health of women and middle aged adults, as those who are not included in preventive care are more likely to miss early detection opportunities, experience delayed diagnoses, and face more serious health complications as a result.

 Target Group: Third Country Nationals (TCNs) residing in Slovakia, with a focus on women.

Migration Health Department (MHD)

Under the overall supervision of the IOM Bratislava MHD Contact Point, the Consultant shall provide technical and operational support to the implementation of the Your Health is in Your Hands project.

Responsibilities

Performance indicators for the evaluation of result
 

• Deliverables are completed according to shared instructions (completion of information materials, organization of events in community centers and partner networks, online webinars).

• Time sheets per worked hours submitted.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

Preferably a degree from an accredited institution in Social Sciences, Human Health, Public Health, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.

Experience

Experience in health promotion and outreach, workshops, community engagement activities, ideally with migrant population or other vulnerable populations. Interest in migrant protection and inclusion. Understands vulnerability/protection principles and can support healthcare system navigation, including local health entitlements, referral pathways, and basic public-health literacy.

Skills

Strong communication, organization, people-centered presenting skills; able to work independently, take initiative, and operate effectively in multicultural environments.
Computer literacy: MS Office (intermediate), Power Point, familiarity with Zoom and webinar platforms 
 

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English and Slovak is required. Proficiency in at least one of the following is an advantage: Ukrainian, Russian. Any other IOM official language (Spanish, French) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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 

• 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.

Notes

This position is open in Bratislava and Kosice.

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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