Project Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the head of the Programme Support Unit, under the direct supervision of the Media and Communication Officer and in close coordination with the Communications Unit in Haiti and the Media and Communications Divisions (MCD) at the Regional Office in Panama and HQ, the consultant will assist with the development of content for the new IOM Haiti website and coordinate the migration to the new platform in coordination with the Online Communication Unit (OCU) team in Manila.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing
Programme Support Unit (PSU)
Tasks to be performed under this contract
Education
• Master’s degree in digital communications, public information, journalism, branding or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience
Experience
• Experience developing content for digital channels.
• Excellent skills in drafting and editing multimedia content.
• Online communication and social media skills.
• Proven experience working in highly demanding environments and managing multiple competing priorities.
• High level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines 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.
• Knowledge of international agencies like the UN is an advantage.
Languages
Proficiency in English (oral and written) is required and working knowledge of French is desirable.
Required Competencies
Notes
IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this call for application is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
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.
No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.