National Media and Communications Officer

Introduction

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Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. 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, internal and internal-equivalent candidates as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is part of the United Nations System as the leading inter-governmental organization promoting since 1951 humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all, with 175 member states and a presence in over 100 countries. IOM has had a presence in Algeria since 2002.

The successful candidate will be under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of head of programme , and in close coordination with programme teams, the National Media and Communications Officer will support the implementation of IOM Algeria’s communication and visibility activities.

Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and implement specialized internal and external communication activities to support the timely and anticipated preparation and execution of communications campaigns, events, and projects for different target audiences, avoiding reputational risks for the IOM Mission in Algeria.
2. Implement the IOM Algeria internal communications strategy by following up on communication activities, including work plans, work plan schedules, objectives, target audiences, key messages, tactics, products, resource and budget management, follow-up, and evaluation.
3. Coordinate with the communication team in Algeria and work with internal programmatic and supporting unit teams to create appropriate communications work plans, schedules, deliverables, and strategies for specific projects and audiences, such as donors and the private sector.
4. Prepare, review, and update a wide range of communication products, in French, Arabic and English, to promote IOM’s operation, including Lines to Take (LTTs), sub-office two-pagers, thematic fact sheets, press releases, and web articles, life stories, presentations, social media publications, among others.
5. Coordinate the planning and development of internal and external dissemination activities, such as high-level missions, media coverage, event participation, informative meetings, press conferences, and interviews with IOM’s management and technical teams.
6. Provide strategic guidance regarding communication issues to implementing partners, donors, media, and opinion leaders to guarantee coherence in messages, visibility, and the use of IOM’s logo and to ensure understanding of the Organization’s mandate.
7. Support strategic partnerships with key stakeholders regarding communications within the UN System, the Government of Algeria, donors, implementing partners, civil society, and the private sector to support and maximize the organization's impact.
8. Participate in interagency media and communication working groups to facilitate information flow and community engagement activities across agencies and act as FP for the UN Communication Group.
9. Provide timely guidance regarding communication issues to other unit team members and other IOM staff to strengthen good practices and ensure compliance with the standard operation procedures for communication requests, guaranteeing that they are met according to the guidelines of the executive and regional offices.
10. Serve as liaison with internal thematic focal points, and external stakeholders (regional IOM comms teams, media, implementing partner comms teams, local and national governments comms teams, etc.), providing and expediting a regular flow of information, day-to-day assistance, updates on work plans, and follow-up on key international dates, communications policies, and operations of IOM to different audiences.
11. Draft and review content for social media use and internal and external web channels, perform copy-editing processes, and perform quality control for the organization's products and deliverables before Senior Management reviews them.
12. Update the IOM Algeria website
13. Undertake duty travel as required.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Project Management, Development Studies, Human Rights, Peace Studies, Migration Studies, International Studies, Liberal Arts, and Social Sciences, or
• Bachelor’s degree in design, corporate communications, digital narratives, marketing, advertising, journalism, or any related field with two years of relevant experience.

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

Experience

• Professional experience creating and implementing communication strategies, media management, drafting, reviewing national and/or international communication products, and communications risk management and crisis control.
• Experience in providing project management on migration, human rights, peace, humanitarian assistance or development issues.
• Experience with the UN System or multilateral organizations, donor-funded projects, and/or the private sector. Experience with PRIMA project management and budget follow-up software is desired.
• Experience in designing and editing standard and multimedia content for traditional and digital communication platforms, including social media, is desired but not mandatory.

Skills

• Strong editorial judgment, including ethical and political awareness, proactivity, content writing, and copy editing.
• •Solid and up-to-date knowledge of the management and optimal use of photographic and audiovisual equipment.
• •Experience in implementing mass, advertising, and media strategies and supervising people while doing it.
• •Strong and up-to-date computer skills, including advanced proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, etc.), Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Lightroom), and Canva, as well as web editors.

Languages

Fluent in English (B2-C1) .

REQUIRED

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

Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

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

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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, if with direct reports

• 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.

Notes

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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 will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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