Project Assistant

Position Title**:Project Assistant (Fitness Coach)**

Duty Station**:Doha, Qatar**

Classification**:General Service Staff, G-4**

Type of Appointment**:One Year Fixed Term, with possibility of extension**

Estimated Start Date**:As soon as possible**

Closing Date**:29 September 2024**
- Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants._

Applications are welcome from first
- Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo_
- (the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See;_
- Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar;_
- Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru;_
- Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;_
- Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu_
- **Context**:_

Under the general guidance of the Community Engagement Officer, the overall supervision of the Recreational Facility Officer. The Fitness Coach, is accountable for delivering a positive workout experience by devising workouts that cater to men & children, including those with disabilities, providing progressions and regressions when necessary, and educating the guests on appropriate fitness principles and techniques.
- **Core Functions / Responsibilities**:_
- Properly integrate all aspects of a safe and effective class, including sufficient warm-up, proper form, modifications, muscular activation, aerobic movement, flexibility, and appropriate cool-down.
- Create and deliver new, fresh, and innovative group exercise routines, ensuring punctuality and a positive attitude to motivate guest participation.
- Have a complete and thorough understanding of all instructors’ guidelines concerning the group fitness program for men and children.
- Stay updated on trends and display mastery in group fitness teaching strategies, class design, cueing technique, integration of music, tempo, and rhythm.
- Take records and create assessment reports and guest children attendance progress reports regularly.
- Prepare for each session by organizing materials and setting up the workout area, ensuring all participants are reminded to work at their own intensity level.
- Conduct sessions with a focus on participants' benefits, providing personalized guidance and addressing safety concerns during workouts.
- Provide support and appropriate workouts for individuals at various levels of exercise, including beginners, advanced, and individuals with specific needs or disabilities.
- Design and implement safe and effective workout routines for children, ensuring their engagement and enjoyment.
- Conduct periodic re-assessments and modify fitness programs as needed.
- Provide clear instruction on the proper form and technique for all exercises to ensure safety and prevent injuries.
- Develop personalized fitness plans tailored to the guests' needs, goals, and abilities.
- Participate in the continuous monitoring and evaluation of the program at different phases of activities.
- Ensure to maintain a clean and safe workout studio.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
- **Required Qualifications and Experience**_

**Education**
- University degree in Physical Education or related field from an accredited academic university or institute with a minimum of 2 years relevant working experience or
- Completed high school diploma with at least four years of relevant experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

**Experience**
- Excellent knowledge and skills in fitness training & coaching, sports, and resilience building.
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
- Group Fitness Certification (ACE, AFAA, NSCA, ACSM, ZUMBA, Yoga Alliance, or equivalent)
- Experience working for the United Nations or a non-governmental organization is a distinct advantage.

**Skills**
- Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Capacity to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from various cultures and professional background
- Ability to work independently, with flexibility
- Strong work ethics and commitment to humanitarian principles.
- Ability to work in a team and good interpersonal skills.

**Languages**

IOM's official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

REQUIRED

**For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).**

DESIRABLE

**Working knowledge Dari, and Pashto is an advantage.**

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

**Values**
- all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

- Inclusion and respect for dive