Position Title: Media and Communications Officer
Duty Station: Djibouti, Djibouti
Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 08 January 2025
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.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
- Internal candidates
- Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands; 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; Saint Lucia; Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
Context:
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) – the UN Migration Agency occupies the leading role in supporting Member States in migration management. In Djibouti, IOM implements programmes of assistance to vulnerable migrants, capacity building of governmental institutions and strengthening the link between migration and development.
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), and the direct supervision of the Head of Programmes, the Media and Communications Officer will be responsible for supervising and ensuring the implementation of communications, public information and media related activities for IOM in Djibouti and in coordination with IOM’s Media and Communications Division (MCD) and Regional and Headquarters, when relevant.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Based on the information gathered from Programme Managers (PMs), regularly draft press releases and other public information products, both in writing and audio-visual formats, for international and national audiences, as well as for the Organizational press notes, global communication initiatives etc.
- Draft talking points, lines to takes for colleagues in the mission, RO, and Headquarters (HQ) regarding responses to media requests and interview opportunities, when necessary.
- Maintain IOM Djibouti social media accounts, and content in the communications platforms(including but not limited to Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn) to help increase awareness of IOM’s work in Djibouti and check that content is appropriate to IOM standards and guidelines.
- Closely coordinate with the Regional Media and Communications Unit at RO Nairobi to facilitate the enforcement of global media guidelines, and to provide content in diverse formats for IOM’s regional and global channels.
- Gather information from the programme team to produce quality content in the form of human interest stories, photographs, and video clips and for an international and national audience, applying IOM templates.
- Participate in inter-agency media and communication working groups to encourage information flow across agencies and to help develop complementary media strategies.
- Recommend, organize and/or participate in Media and Communications (M&C) events to assist in raising IOM’s visibility in the country with partners.
- Organize media field visits, provide information that promotes IOM’s work, and respond to media queries as appropriate.
- Provide technical support to PMs for the development of visibility activities for donor projects and recommend priority areas to fulfil visibility requirements.
- Ensure photo/videographic coverage of projects, events, and activities by liaising with Communication focal points in the field and undertake field duty travels as needed.
- Organize the photo library and communication materials of all projects of the mission.
- Assist with regular reporting, info graphics, factsheets, and visibility annexes for donor reports.
- Support the establishment and strengthening of the UN Migration Network in Djibouti.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
- Master’s degree in Journalism, Mass Media Communications, Public Information, International Relations, Political or Social science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
- Experience in international journalism, including coverage of international organizations;
- Field experience in the Migration, Humanitarian or Development fields;
- Experience with strategic planning an advantage; and,
- Experience working in the region an advantage.
Skills
- Excellent skills in drafting, editing and graphic design;
- Online communication and social media skills;
- High level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadline in a complex and fast changing environment;
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;
- Demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity; and,
- Knowledge of international agencies like the UN an advantage.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Notes
Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
- Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and background verification and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications HERE by 08 January 2025 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 26.12.2024 to 08.01.2025
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
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