Cultural Orientation Trainer

Cultural Orientation Trainer GENERAL DESCRIPTION Resettlement Support Center Turkey & Middle East an international non-governmental organization which serves as a regional office for the US Refugee Resettlement and Cultural Orientation Program in the Middle East region. RSC ICMC Beirut conducts US Resettlement Operations in Lebanon. RSC Turkey & Middle East (RSC TUME) operates in a dynamic work environment and job descriptions/duties may change as operational needs decrease or increase.  As part of US Refugee Resettlement processing, the Cultural Orientation Program constitutes an essential phrase where refugees are given a three-day orientation to assist them in their adjustment and integration into life in the U.S.  Some areas covered during these classes include the role of a resettlement agency, US Laws, employment, education and cultural norms. CO trainers may have the opportunity to travel in the region to provide CO classes with counterparts in the Turkey office.   DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES Under the overall supervision of the Head of Office & Cultural Orientation Director , the Cultural Orientation Trainer will perform the following functions:   Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures and implement policies in accordance with US Department of State/Bureau of Population, Refugees & Migration (DOS/PRM) guidelines for United States Refugee Admission Program (USRAP) Conduct three-day US Cultural Orientation classes for conditionally approved refugees including education, housing, US law, social services, employment and money management Foster co-learning in the classroom through which students and facilitators learn from one another Ensure refugee applicants meet objectives and indicators as determined by Center for Applied Linguistics Work with CO training team on researching, designing, modifying and developing the CO materials and curriculum Manage CO caseload using Worldwide Refugee Admissions Processing System (WRAPS)  database along with other reporting services Develop and review experiential learning activities aimed at the acquisition of resettlement skills Work closely with the Out-Processing Unit Supervisor to schedule and track cultural orientation related activities. Complete reports as required and compile regular statistics on participants Perform other duties or special assignments as may be assigned to ensure efficient processing and operation of the ICMC Refugee Resettlement Program and backstop CO Senior Trainer, at times Adhere to ICMC’s standard operating procedures, code of conduct, and security protocols EDUCATION: Post Secondary degree or equivalent work experience QUALIFICATIONS and KEY COMPETENCIES: Strong organizational, inter-personal and time management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word and Powerpoint Excellent communication skills. Fluency in Arabic and English Ability to follow directions and implement policies and procedures with a positive and receptive attitude Ability to work effectively under stress and in a multicultural team, while also having the initiative to work independently. International living experience, preferable one year in the US, is desired Ability to travel in the Middle East Previous experience in teaching/training is advantageous Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to vacancies@icmcturkey.org by COB 16 January 2013.