CFCV/2026/027 On Call Teacher, Medan

Job Description

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Reference No. : CFCV/2026/029

Position Title : On Call Teacher

Duty Station : Medan, Indonesia

Organization Unit : Refugee Care Unit

Type of Appointment : Hourly Contract

Report to : Programme Associate

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 29 July 2026

Established in 1951, IOM is part of the United Nations System as the leading inter-governmental organization promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.

Operational in Indonesia for more than 40 years, IOM Indonesia is one of the largest IOM missions in the world working on a wide range of activities in partnership with the Government of the Republic of Indonesia, civil society, private sector actors, migrants and communities. IOM Indonesia is engaged in several thematic areas, including: Counter-Trafficking (CT), Labour Mobility and Social Inclusion (LMSI), Disasters, Climate and Resilience (DCR), Immigration and Border Governance (IBG), Refugee Care, Migration Health, Migration Policy and Data Hub, and Resettlement and Voluntary Returns.

IOM Indonesia aims to ensure quality of care for refugees and asylum seekers referred to IOM by the Government of Indonesia according to applicable international humanitarian and human rights standards. The programme supports refugees through healthcare, education, basic needs, as well as to contribute to the increased protection of vulnerable subgroups, such victims of sexual and gender-based violence, among others, through referral mechanisms involving the active participation of specialized state and non-state service providers. It also contributes to supporting them with the eventual sustainable pathways.

Under the direct supervision of Programme Associate (Refugee care) and under overall supervision of Senior Programme Associate (Refugee care) in Medan, the incumbent will implement the educational activities a s a part of overall process of the psychosocial assistance activities for- the refugees in Medan area.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Conduct educational activities on a regular basis across designated service areas, as requested by Programme Associate at respective locations.
• Identify standard curriculum for different educational activities and adopt them to the capacity of the beneficiaries.
• Establish mechanisms to periodically monitor beneficiaries' level of knowledge acquirement on subjects and provide monthly reports to IOM.
• Undertake other duties that may be assigned from time to time which are commensurate to the position.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned, including clerical support and duty travel.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant subject matter or obtained specific degree in teaching with two years of relevant work experience, preferably in teaching children.
• Completed High School from an accredited academic institution, with four years of relevant professional experiences.
  
  

Experience

• Having affiliation with education institutions is a clear advantage;
• Proven capacity and experience in teaching in a classroom setting and/or private tutoring Proven capacity and at least four years of experience in teaching the specific subject;
• Proven ability and experience in liaising with UN, Government Departments/Authorities and other international organizations;
• Have solid experience in teaching both children, having experiences in conduct multi-grade teaching is desirable;
  
  

Skills

• Maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work;
• Proven ability and experience in liaising with UN, Government Departments/Authorities and other international organizations.
• Proven ability to operate computer basic applications: MS Word, MS Excel, Windows
  
  

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia is required (oral and written).

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

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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