Job Description
| Title of post | Apartment Search Facilitator |
| Area | Larissa |
| Type of Contract | Fixed-term – full-time |
| Program | “Helios+: Comprehensive actions for the integration of third-country nationals in the labour market” in the Region of Thessaly” |
| Deadline for submission | 27/12/2024 |
INTERSOS Hellas
INTERSOS Hellas is a humanitarian organization that provides equal opportunities and comprehensive support services to people in need. INTERSOS Hellas is a member of the international humanitarian organisation INTERSOS, which operates in 25 countries worldwide, providing critical frontline assistance. With a continuous presence in Greece since 2016 in Macedonia, Epirus, Thessaly, Lesvos and Athens, INTERSOS Hellas focuses on building strong links with local communities and promoting protection, human dignity and social cohesion, sending a strong message against discrimination and in favour of the protection of human life.
Programme context
The HELIOS+ programme aims to support the integration of third country nationals, beneficiaries of International Protection and beneficiaries of Temporary Protection in Greece, through a holistic approach that integrates their access to education, the labour market and vocational training and is implemented in the framework of the National Strategy for Social Integration of the Ministry of Immigration and Asylum.
The programme will be implemented in the Region of Thessaly, by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) with the contribution of INTERSOS Hellas and the Municipality of Larissa. In particular, HELIOS+ will include actions such as:
- Strengthening and facilitating access to the labour market through job counselling
- Strengthening the ability of the beneficiaries to live independently through the learning of the Greek language.
- Supporting beneficiaries during the stages of the integration process and promoting their interaction with local communities and their autonomous access to social and public services.
- Strengthening independent living through the provision of housing support.
- Raising awareness among host communities and stakeholders for the social and labour integration of beneficiaries.
Subject of work?
The Housing Ombudsman plays a critical role in the successful integration of beneficiaries into the local community, ensuring that they have access to appropriate housing options. His main task is to find apartments available for rent in the intervention area and update the relevant databases. Under the supervision of the Social Inclusion Officer, the responsibilities of the Apartment Search Ombudsman include, but are not limited to:
- Identification of available rental properties that meet predefined suitability criteria.
- Contacting property owners and managers to facilitate housing for beneficiaries.
- Verification of the suitability of properties based on prescribed requirements and formal checks.
- Maintain and update mapping of available properties to support the implementation of the action.
- Working with IOM staff to tailor the search for available properties to the individual needs and characteristics of each beneficiary’s profile.
- Organization of individual and collective information actions to raise awareness on housing issues.
- Work with the project team to address any housing related challenges.
- Ensuring that beneficiaries have access to safe, affordable and sustainable housing.
Main Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Social Inclusion Officer, the responsibilities of the Apartment Search Facilitator include, but are not limited to:
- Identification of available rental properties that meet predefined suitability criteria.
- Contacting property owners and managers to facilitate housing for beneficiaries.
- Verification of the suitability of properties based on prescribed requirements and formal checks.
- Maintain and update mapping of available properties to support the implementation of the action.
- Working with IOM staff to tailor the search for available properties to the individual needs and characteristics of each beneficiary’s profile.
- Organization of individual and collective information actions to raise awareness on housing issues.
- Work with the project team to address any housing related challenges.
- Ensuring that beneficiaries have access to safe, affordable and sustainable housing.
Required Qualifications, Skills, Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or other related field
- A relevant postgraduate degree or specialisation will be considered an additional qualification
- At least one (1) year of experience in relevant work with vulnerable groups in the humanitarian sector/NGOs
- Experience in housing and/or social support.
- Ability to map and locate properties based on specific criteria.
- Detail-oriented and tailored to the needs of the beneficiaries.
- Familiarity with local real estate markets and legislation related to rentals.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent written and spoken knowledge of Greek and English
- Excellent computer skills
Submit Application
If you wish to apply for the above position, please send your CV along with a cover letter in Greek, indicating the job title: “Apartment Search Facilitator” in the subject line of the email to: jobs@intersos.gr. Only the candidates selected on the shortlist will be invited for an interview. Applications will be evaluated on a first-come, first-served basis, and the selection of the right candidate may be completed before the closing date
To assist us in the recruitment process, please indicate in your email and cover letter where you saw the job advertisement.
Application deadline: 27/12/2024
Personal Data Protection
INTERSOS Hellas is committed to ensuring the protection of your personal data, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the applicable Greek legislation.The personal data collected through your application, such as your CV, cover letter and any additional information you send voluntarily. Your data will be used exclusively for the evaluation of your candidacy for the specific job.Your data will be retained for a period of six (6) months after the completion of the recruitment process. In case you do not wish to do so, please inform us by sending us your application. At the end of this period, your data will be securely deleted unless retention is required by law or you have given your consent for future communication regarding employment opportunities.