Family Reunification Specialist (Assyrian-, Farsi-, or Armenian-Speaking)

Job Overview: The Family Reunification Specialist coordinates the completion and submission of family reunification applications managed within the Reception and Placement (R&P) program. The Specialist identifies current clients eligible to file such applications and conducts community outreach to advertise the programs. The Specialist works with clients to prepare and submit applications to Headquarters.

Major Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Program Oversight

• Participate in training webinars hosted by IRC headquarters on family reunification programs of focus, including Lautenberg applications (Iranian RIF and FSU AOR) and/or P3 AORs and/or P2 CAM AORs [Affidavit of Relationship]
• Communicate program eligibility and requirements to clients; collect documentation from clients in order to complete applications on their behalf.
• Complete applications in the IRIS database; monitor database for updates and corrections needed; communicate with IRC headquarters staff on any questions or corrections needed.
• Track applications in order to respond to client inquiries after submission.
• Outreach to all Former Soviet Union communities specifically Russian and Ukrainian for potential applicants
• Setting up workshops for applicants when/if necessary
• Traveling to all 4 offices of Northern California for outreach or meeting with clients
• Other related duties as assigned

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: IRC Turlock Resettlement Manager
Position directly supervises:

Indirect Reporting: IRC Turlock Director
Internal: IRC Employees and program departments across Turlock, HQ Resettlement Team

External: IRC partners

Job Requirements:

• 1-2+ years of experience in refugee resettlement or immigration field; knowledge of the US resettlement program and family reunification pathways preferred.
• Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe; familiarity with IRIS a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication skills: the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Solid diplomatic and networking skills: the ability to effectively manage a variety of internal and external relationships.
• Multi-cultural sensitivity and ability to work as a member of a team.
• Assyrian, Armenian, Farsi Language skills are preferred

Working Environment:

• A combination of standard office environment and ‘field’ time in and around the service delivery area.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

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Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.