Cultural Mediator
Quick answer
IRC - International Rescue Committee is hiring a Cultural Mediator in Catania, Italy, focusing on providing cultural mediation and support to newly arrived individuals, particularly survivors of trafficking, with a compensation of 2,258 EUR.
- Role
- Cultural Mediator
- Organization
- IRC - International Rescue Committee
- Location
- Catania, Italy
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- 2,258 EUR
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Cultural Mediator will be part of a team supporting newly arrived individuals in Italy, focusing on survivors of trafficking. This role involves providing cultural mediation, direct support, and information sessions to assist refugees and migrants. The mediator will work closely with the Protection Expert to identify individuals with specific needs and facilitate referrals to relevant services. Additionally, the position includes data collection and contributing to protection monitoring activities.
What you'll do
- Provide cultural mediation during information provision sessions
- Deliver information on rights and duties to newly arrived persons
- Provide information on available services according to specific needs
- Conduct outreach to identify beneficiaries' needs and vulnerabilities
- Identify persons with specific needs and facilitate referrals to relevant services
- Support protection monitoring activities by gathering relevant data
What it takes
- Fluency in French and Bambara or Somali and Arabic
- Good command of Italian
- Previous experience in cultural mediation/interpretation
- Experience providing information sessions to migrants and asylum seekers
- Knowledge of the Italian legal system related to international protection
- Experience working with trafficking survivors
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Catania, Italy.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is 2,258 EUR.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include fluency in French and Bambara or Somali and Arabic, good command of Italian, previous experience in cultural mediation/interpretation, and experience working with trafficking survivors.
How do I apply?
You can apply by connecting with the organization through their website or by directly applying.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Catania, Italy, with the expectation of regular travels throughout each respective catchment area.
How to apply
Apply directly on IRC - International Rescue Committee's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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