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.
Project Context and Scope: IOM Ukraine operates a comprehensive Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programme that integrates emergency response, recovery, and long-term resilience-building. Psychological consultations are provided through mobile psychosocial teams, including psychological first aid, and focused counseling. The programme also implements a wide-scale community-based MHPSS approach grounded in the IOM Manual on Community-Based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies and Displacement, in the Guidance Integrating MHPSS into Peace and in other resources. This includes: structured psychosocial activities such as art, music, crafts, excursions, and sports to foster community resilience; capacity-building and awareness-raising initiatives for local actors and community organizations; integration of MHPSS into livelihood frameworks, including emotional support and life skills development; structured interventions like Equine-Assisted Psychosocial Support and tailored support for persons with disabilities, including survived to amputation, supported by manuals and visual materials.
The consultant is expected to provide videography support toward the development of:
1) One concept note for the production of eight videos related to IOM MHPSS and Disability Inclusion Programme in Ukraine.
2) 7 short videos (3-5 minutes) for MHPSS and Disability Inclusion capacity building, awareness-raising and advocacy (e.g., beneficiary stories, service pathways, promotion and positive coping messages), adapted for social media and internal/external communications (full version YouTube-ready, 16:9 and social media cut, reel/short format, 9:16 or 1:1).
The videos may cover the following contents:
1 - MHPSS community-based programme in Ukraine (2022-2026)
2 - MHPSS response to displacement in war-affected Ukraine
3 - MHPSS integration into social cohesion and peacebuilding
4 - MHPSS support to veterans’ transition from military service to civilian life
5 - MHPSS and livelihood integration
6 - Equine-assisted psychosocial support programme
7 - Disability inclusion at IOM Ukraine
3) 1 longer video content (20-25 minutes) to support promoting how IOM Ukraine delivers safe, accessible, and evidence‑based MHPSS services for conflict‑affected populations, including persons with disabilities, by illustrating the psychosocial needs emerging from the crisis, demonstrating how inclusive and community‑based MHPSS approaches reduce distress and strengthen resilience, showcasing the impact of donor‑supported interventions, reinforcing IOM’s alignment with international standards and stakeholder priorities, and motivating staff, partners, and OPDs to integrate MHPSS, disability inclusion and rights‑based practices across all stages of programming.
The content and scope of the videos may be further framed and confirmed during the first part of the consultancy and in consultation with the programme focal point staff.
The consultant is expected to:
- Conduct pre‑production planning: define objectives, key messages, audiences, and storylines; prepare scripts, interview guides, and storyboards for IOM review and approval.
- Coordinate internally and externally: liaise with IOM programme teams, Communications Unit, field staff, OPDs, community representatives, authorities, and partner organizations to ensure access, alignment, and smooth implementation of filming and photoshooting activities.
- Coordinate logistics and field missions: plan and schedule field visits, interviews, and photoshoots in collaboration with IOM focal points and partners, ensuring safe access and operational feasibility.
- Ensure informed consent: obtain written consent from all individuals featured in videos or photos, using IOM’s approved consent procedures and ensuring participants understand purpose, use, and distribution.
- Prepare technical equipment: ensure all cameras, audio devices, lighting, storage, and backup systems are ready and functioning prior to field deployment.
- Capture high‑quality field footage: film activities, services, and community interactions in line with IOM’s protection principles, ensuring respectful, inclusive, and non‑stigmatizing representation.
- Conduct structured interviews: record interviews with staff, partners, OPDs, and beneficiaries using safe, non‑intrusive methods, ensuring clear audio, stable framing, and a supportive environment.
- Record contextual B‑roll: gather supplementary footage (environment, activities, interactions, facilities) to support narrative flow and visual coherence.
- Manage and secure data: label, store, and back up all footage, audio, and photos in accordance with IOM data protection and confidentiality standards.
- Edit and produce final videos: assemble narrative sequences, apply colour correction, sound design, motion graphics, subtitles, and branding elements; ensure accessibility and rights‑based messaging.
- Submit drafts for review: provide interim cuts, scripts, and graphics to IOM for feedback; incorporate comments and ensure compliance with branding, protection, and donor visibility requirements.
- Finalize and export deliverables: deliver all videos in required formats (16:9, 9:16, 1:1), with bilingual subtitles, and provide raw footage, editable project files, graphics, and audio.
- Obtain final clearance: secure approval from IOM Communications, programme teams, and donor visibility focal points prior to release.
- Prepare for dissemination: prepare final files for publication across IOM platforms (YouTube, social media, websites) and for use in trainings, advocacy, and donor reporting.
- Archive all materials: ensure proper archiving of all video and photo assets for future adaptation and institutional use.
Tasks to be performed under this contract
Education, Experience, Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Film/Media Production, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent professional experience gained through continuous videography and documentary work.
- Over 8 years of experience in filming, editing, and producing high‑quality video content across documentaries, reportage, institutional videos, cultural projects, and advocacy pieces.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage concept development, scripting, field planning, interviews, filming, sound recording, colour correction, editing, graphics, subtitling, and final delivery.
- Proven ability to produce concise, engaging videos for awareness‑raising, public communication, and educational purposes.
- Advanced skills in editing, audio design, motion graphics, colour grading, and multi‑format exporting using professional software (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects).
- Demonstrated ability to work in varied environments (urban, rural, international), including sensitive or protection‑related contexts, with experience documenting social, cultural, and humanitarian themes.
- Previous comparable work with UN agencies, NGOs, or social‑impact organizations is an asset.
- Experience working with diverse teams, communities, and international stakeholders; ability to translate complex topics into simple, accessible visual narratives.
- Excellent ability to conduct interviews, interact respectfully with communities, and incorporate feedback clearly and efficiently.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and deliver high‑quality outputs under tight timelines.
- Capacity to operate autonomously while maintaining effective coordination with project teams.
- Availability of professional filming gear, audio equipment, and licensed editing software.
Languages
For this consultancy, Fluency in English is required. Ukrainian and /or Russian language skills are an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
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 vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
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.