Position Title: CVAC Client Service Assistant
Duty Station: Tunis, Tunisia
Classification: G4
Type of Appointment: SST contract for 3 months with the possibility of extension
Organizational Unit: Immigration & Visa Support Solutions (IVSS)
Estimated Start Date: ASAP
Closing Date: 14 March 2017
Reference Code: TN 2017-004
Established in 1951, The UN agency for Migration – IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 general oversight of the Immigration & Border Management (IBM) Division’s Immigration & Visa Support Solutions (IVSS) Unit at HQ and reporting directly to the CVAC -team leader programmatically and directly to the Chief of Mission administratively, the Incumbent will provide administrative support for the Canadian Visa Application Centre operated by IOM.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Provide client service excellence to applicants at all times, in full compliance with the CIC Statement of Work (SOW) and the CIC Service Standards.
- Assist in the provision of client information: distribution of application forms, information sheets and checklists regarding visa requirements; assist with telephone and e-mail inquiries from clients (including requirements for submitting visa applications and the location of client’s passport), providing timely and accurate information to clients; marketing and providing assistance to clients with Value Added Services. Informing clients of any changes to visa requirements or submission procedures.
- Assist in the collection and forwarding of complete applications as per CIC checklists: provide guidance to clients on the proper completion of application forms, while reviewing and collecting same applications along with any supporting / additional documents, as required; record, dispatch and follow up on applications and passports.
- Collection of Fees: Where required, collect the applicable Canadian visa fee(s) and IOM service fee(s); issue accurate receipts; daily reconciliation of receipts and reporting same;
- Data Capture; Assist in maintaining a high degree of skill in using the CANVAC software platform provided; enter all applicant data, submit application documents in the required order, while forwarding all applicant, passport and appointment information to CIC; ensure accurate tracking of both applications and supporting documents via the CANVAC software’s bar code scanning system;
- Returning of passports, supporting documentation and visa decisions: assist in collecting processed applications; returning processed applications, passports and supporting documentation;
- Maintain a professional appearance and migrant friendly demeanour at all times;
- Maintain positive working relationships with IOM’s Lead VAC Partner, VFS Global and CIC staff locally.
- Immediately inform management of any problems or issues related to her/his daily work and regularly make suggestions on how to improve efficiency and client service.
- Comply with the IOM Policy for a Respectful Working Environment”, “IOM Confidentiality Agreement”, “IOM Data Protection Manual”, IOM Standards of Conduct”, and the “IOM Policy on Reporting Irregular Practices, Wrongdoing and Misconduct”.
- Such other duties as may be assigned by the Chief, Financial Services in Manila, IVSS/IBM Unit at HQ, the team leader and the sub regional coordinator
Required Competencies:
Behavioral:
- Accepts and gives constructive criticism
- Follows all relevant procedures, process and policies
- Meets deadline, cost and quality requirements for outputs
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with clients.
- Demonstrates interest in improving relevant skills.
- Actively shares relevant information.
- Clearly communicates and listens to feedback on changing priorities and procedures.
- Proactively develops new ways to resolve problems.
- Provides constructive feedback to colleagues.
- Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others.
- Masters subject matter relate to responsibilities.
- Knowledgeable about and promotes IOM core mandate and migration solutions.
- Actively contributes to an effective, collegial and agreeable team environment.
- Takes joint responsibility for team’s work.
Technical:
- Proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions.
- Understands applicability and limitation of technology and seeks to apply it to appropriate work.