Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and under the direct supervision of the Head of Programme Support Unit, and in close coordination with the Communication Lead, a, the Communication Assistant will provide support to the communication, visibility, and information management activities of IOM Mozambique.
The IOM Country Office in Mozambique implements programmes across a wide range of thematic areas, including humanitarian response, community stabilization, peacebuilding, health, migration management, disaster preparedness and response, labour mobility, and protection and assistance to vulnerable migrants and displaced populations.
The Communication Assistant will contribute to day-to-day communication and visibility tasks, ensuring effective internal and external information flows, supporting the development of communication materials, and promoting IOM Mozambique’s activities and achievements in line with donor visibility requirements and IOM communication standards.
- Collect and organize media and social media content relevant to the work of the Country Office; assist in making basic updates of the Office’s social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, X (formerly known as twitter), Facebook), as instructed.
- Assist in formatting and organizing communication materials, including website articles, press releases, social media posts, prepared by the supervisor or other team members.
- Draft and format simple documents including information sheets, presentation slides, and internal and external communication materials, based on available templates and under guidance.
- Assist programme teams in formatting visibility materials and documents according to donor visibility templates or guidelines, when provided.
- Receive and redirect incoming media and communication-related requests inquiries to the relevant focal points within the team.
- Monitor and record references to IOM in the local and international media, as well as social media platforms; compile basic summaries for internal reference.
- As guided by the supervisor, support the team in maintaining internal communication channels by sharing updates, announcements, or relevant documents.
- Respond to general information requests and inquiries; set up and maintain files/records.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Education
High School diploma with three (3) years of relevant experience; or,
Experience
- Demonstrated initial working experience or internship in communications, project management support, reporting, or monitoring.
- Experience in organizing and supporting trainings is considered an asset.
- Experience in working directly with migrants is considered an asset.
- Work experience in the private sector is considered an advantage.
- Work experience or internship in the field of migrant assistance, migrant integration or journalism is considered an asset.
Skills
- In depth knowledge of the broad range of communications, project management support, reporting, or monitoring.
Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
Languages
All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
For this position, fluency in English and Portuguese is required (oral and written).
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
Notes
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.
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.