CFA 2021 51 Associate Communications Officer (Crisis and Advocacy) (UG) Gen

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CFA 2021 51 Associate Communications Officer (Crisis and Advocacy) (UG) Geneva, Switzerland

Context:
The Media and Communications Division (MCD) of IOM is comprised of experienced

communications professionals based in Geneva and Manila.

The team provides advice and support on media and public information issues to IOM

Headquarters and missions worldwide. It is responsible for global media relations as well as

producing a variety of other on- and off-line public information materials, manages IOM’s web

presence, institutional branding and social media, and oversees initiatives including the Global

Migration Media Academy and the It Takes A Community campaign.

Under the direct supervision of the Spokesperson, Crisis Communications and Advocacy Officer

and in close coordination with the media team, the Associate Communications Officer (Crisis

and Advocacy) will assist in the production of the division’s public-facing content related to

advocacy and risk communications including social media content, monitor media and social

media reports related to migration and IOM, draft briefing notes and assist in the draft and

implementation of the advocacy and crisis management strategy. The associate will also

conduct a full revision of MCD’s external contact database.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1. Support the Division’s efforts by assisting in the preparation of public information materials for

IOM’s bi-weekly press briefing notes, newsletters, website and social media in clear and concise

English and specific to Crisis Communications and Advocacy.

2. Support the advocacy and Media work related to operations in Libya and the Central

Mediterranean.

3. Completing a review of MCD’s global contact list leading to the creation of sub-lists designed

to reach media, academics, donors, government partners etc. to allow for a more streamlined

and targeted approach to external information sharing.

4. Collect and systematically organize and analyze Media coverage related to Libya, the

Mediterranean and active Crises and migration related news.

5. Conduct Media Monitoring with focus on the human rights of migrants, violations on

international migration and refugee law and reputational issues related to IOM and the UN

system.

6. Assist in drafting Press releases related to advocacy and crisis communications globally.

7. Manage and consolidate the online SharePoint space on crisis communications and

advocacy and ensure LTTs are up to date.

8. Develop social media, features and other public-facing content on Libya and the central

Mediterranean, as well as global advocacy efforts.

9. Support the development of IOM’s strategy on crisis management and advocacy.

10. Liaise with country offices and regional offices on breaking news and establish a clear

information flow standard operating procedure.

11. Prepare administrative reports and programme updates as necessary.

12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications 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 writing and editing;
• Experience with database management generally and the MailChimp campaign platform in

particular;

• Working experience in an international organization is an asset.

Skills

• Knowledge of graphic design, social media and video production.

Languages

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

External applicants for all positions in the Professional category are required to be proficient in

English and have at least a working knowledge of one additional UN Language (French,

Spanish, Arabic, Russian or Chinese).

For all applicants, fluency in English and working knowledge in French or Spanish is required

(oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic 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

1 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 three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural

differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• 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 action and delegated work.

• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains

complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

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

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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.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment,

accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, 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 via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment

system, by 09 January 2022 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 15.12.2021 to 09.01.2022

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.

Job Type: Full-time