Regional Media and Communications Officer

Position Title: Regional Media and Communications Officer
Duty Station: Cairo, Egypt
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 : 17 November 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.

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:

1. Internal candidates
2. 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:

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director (RD) for Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the direct supervision of Senior Media and Communication Officer (Spokesperson) in Cairo, Egypt and in close coordination with Country Offices (COs) as well as Media and Communication Division (MCD) at Headquarters (HQ), the Regional Media and Communications Officer will be responsible for contributing to the development and implementation of communications strategies that promote the International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) programmes and policies that raise awareness of migration issues throughout the MENA region.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Contribute to the development and implementation of a public information strategy for the MENA region in line with Headquarters (HQ) strategies.
2. Coordinate all communications-related projects and activities, including communications campaigns and strategic communications support to partners.
3. Engage with and respond to media requests as appropriate.
4. In coordination with the MENA spokesperson, produce, collect and disseminate public information material highlighting the RO’s work, including press briefing notes, human interest stories, newsletters, photographs and videos.
5. Contribute to the development and implementation of a digital engagement strategy, including generating timely and engaging content for social media and regularly updating web content.
6. Contribute to the liaison with partners, in particular inter-agency communications working groups, such as the United Nations (UN) Communication Group, to encourage information flow and to facilitate the development of complementary public information strategies under the One UN approach.
7. Monitor local and international media and inform the MENA Spokesperson and Programme Managers on relevant developments.
8. Support the MENA Spokesperson by drafting statements, key messages, talking points and other relevant information material upon request.
9. Check the inclusion of appropriate gender awareness in the RO’s communications.
10. Undertake duty travel as needed.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Development Studies, International Affairs 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 communication campaigns, digital content creation, including photography,videography, graphic design and editing;
• Experience in building public information capacities of staff and external stakeholders;• Experience liaising with government, civil society and media partners; and,
• Work experience in the MENA region is an advantage.

Skills

• Exposure to IOM’s institutional setting and or other international organizations;
• Excellent grasp of migration dynamics in Asia Pacific; and,• Demonstrated high competency as a writer and editor in English.

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 all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic and/or French is highly desirable. Working knowledge of another official UN language (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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

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.