Job Counselor – Youth Employment Support

About the role

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Job Counselor to join its Youth Empowerment and Self‑Reliance project in Thessaloniki. You will help vulnerable youth refugees and host‑community members improve their employability through counseling, training and service mapping.

Key responsibilities

• Organise needs‑assessment and service‑mapping activities for youth employability and skills development.
• Design, organise and lead Job Readiness Trainings and information sessions.
• Provide individual employment support and job counseling to youth participants.
• Engage with stakeholders, partners and local employers to create placement opportunities.
• Collect and update project data weekly and monthly, and compile regular reports for the Senior Livelihoods Manager.
• Identify participation barriers, report issues to the Project Manager and coordinate closely with the project team.

Required profile

• BA/BS degree in social sciences, education, project management or related field; Master’s or certification in Job Counseling preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in training, employment support, counseling or project management, preferably with refugees or NGOs.
• Strong interest in supporting refugees and vulnerable youth.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect for clients and partners.
• Excellent verbal communication, negotiation and liaison skills.
• Fluency in Greek and English.

Required skills

• Excel