Асистент/ка з Комунікацій / Field Communications Assistant

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Field Communications Assistant 
Duty Station: Dnipro, Ukraine
Classification: General Service Staff, Grade G5
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term, six months with the possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 22 May 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 environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context:

​​Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the Deputy Chief of Mission (Management) and the direct supervision of the National Communications Officer (Managing Editor), in coordination the hub leads, Programme Manager (Area Manager), East, and programmatic staff, the incumbent will work to ensure effective implementation of IOM Ukraine communications and outreach strategy in the context of the current crisis.​ 

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. ​​Together with the IOM Ukraine Communications team, Dnipro hub and other hubs in the east prepare an outreach and visibility plan. 
2. ​Support visibility of all IOM activities implemented in the targeted regions. This entails attending the planned events, taking photos, coordinating local media presence, conducting interviews with key stakeholders and beneficiaries, drafting human interest stories, documenting all events; preparing posts for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter) and website. 
3. ​Communicate with contractors when there is a need for visibility items to be procured, facilitate the procurement. 
4. ​Liaise with external photographers, video production companies, etc. to ensure high quality photo and video materials on the wide range of the Mission activities in the designated region. 
5. ​Liaise with local media and communications counterparts. 
6. ​Provide Ukrainian-English and English-Ukrainian informal translation of various documents and materials, when necessary. 
7. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• ​​High school Degree or equivalent five ears of relevant working experience; 

OR 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or in related field from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant professional experience.  

Experience

• ​​Relevant experience in print, broadcast, internet media, public information or any other relevant field; 
• ​Familiarity with the work of international organizations is desirable. 

Skills

• ​​Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills; 
• ​Excellent knowledge of social media platforms/principles and experience in social media and outreach management including understanding of development of content and digital media and communications strategies for outreach purposes; 
• ​Excellent writing and editing skills in Ukrainian and English;  
• ​Graphic design, photo and/or video editing skills will be an advantage. 

Languages

Fluency in English and Ukrainian (oral and written) is required.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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 Level 1

• 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.

Other

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 and security clearances.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on Personal History Form to [email protected] by 09 May 2024 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 10.05.2024 to 22.05.2024