Social Worker – Migration Support (Kos Island)

About the role

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) seeks a Social Worker to support asylum seekers and beneficiaries of temporary protection in Kos, Greece. The role involves assisting the project coordinator in implementing, monitoring and reporting on medical, nursing and psychosocial services.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor daily service provision by providers to ensure contractual compliance and meet beneficiaries’ needs.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, address protection needs of women, children, elderly and refer cases for specialized support.
• Maintain comprehensive case files, update the project database and follow up on protection cases.
• Coordinate with medical and psychosocial teams, escort beneficiaries to health facilities and map service access.
• Prepare regular reports, develop individual action plans and participate in team meetings.

Required profile

• University degree in Social Work (minimum two years relevant experience); Master’s degree is an advantage.
• License to practice social work; membership with the Association of Greek Social Workers is a plus.
• Experience assisting migrants or refugees and working in multicultural environments.

Required skills

• Computer literacy in standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.