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Organizational Setting
The Director General’s Office (DGO) provides leadership and coordination for all IAEA activities at the executive level for meeting Member States’ needs, and achieving a one-house approach and a results-based management.The Office for Public Information and Communication provides objective, accurate and timely information about the IAEA and nuclear developments that fosters public understanding of the IAEA’s global roles. It also provides advice to the Director General on relations with the media and organizes press briefings. The Office coordinates the communication activities for the rest of the house and assists in the media aspects of major IAEA events and conferences.The Media, Multimedia and Public Outreach Section has corporate responsibility for relations with the media and the public, as well as for producing audio and video materials to promote the IAEA’s activities.
Main Purpose
Under the supervision of the Head of the Media, Multimedia and Public Outreach Section, in close teamwork with the Multimedia Officer and in cooperation with other relevant staff in OPIC the Associate Multimedia Officer (Video) edit, films, writes scripts and produces videos on IAEA activities for distribution on various IAEA platforms, including the official web site and social media channels. He/she contributes to raising the profile and visibility of the IAEA, increasing public and media awareness about its work.
Role
The Associate Multimedia Officer (Video) is: (i) a video editor abreast of the latest technical evolution and equipment; (ii) a cameraman/camerawoman who films and collects footage to produce videos on IAEA activities; (iii) a video producer and script writer, who tells the IAEA stories in an effective and appealing way for different audiences; (iv) a technical video specialist who operates the IAEA studio.
Functions / Key Results Expected
• Contribute to identifying suitable topics for IAEA video stories and turning such ideas into film concepts.
• Produce high-quality and visually compelling videos, collect and edit footage from IAEA headquarters and the field; including quality sound recording and selection of suitable sound effects and final sound mix, and optimum lighting (by operating equipment and using advanced tools and software).
• Contribute to the effective production of films and their dissemination on IAEA and other relevant channels, for example by expanding and maintaining a digital archiving system for IAEA video films.
• Continuously identify and propose new technical innovations and solutions.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Client orientation | Establishes effective relationships with clients to understand and meet or exceed their needs. Finds ways to ensure client satisfaction. |
| Judgement/decision making | Consults with supervisor/manager and makes decisions in full compliance with the Agency’s regulations and rules. |
| Partnership building | Develops and maintains partnerships needed for his/her work. Establishes and nurtures positive relations with partners and stakeholders. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Public Information and External Relations | Creating Visibility for the Organization | Knowledge of the media landscape to keep abreast and apply the latest production techniques and most effectively deliver the IAEA message. |
| Public Information and External Relations | Multimedia Production | Experience and expertise in operating state-of-the-art video and editing equipment. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
- University Degree in film/video production or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of relevant working experience in filming, editing, script writing and producing social media videos, preferably in any international environment.
- Exposure to geopolitical and nuclear topics is an asset.
- Proven ability to operate a video studio.
- Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $50377 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 30579, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions
General Information
- The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
- Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
- The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
- Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
- The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Evaluation process
- The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
- Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Appointment information
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
- Staff members may be assigned to any location.
- Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
- The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.
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