Job Description

Introduction

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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Contexto y alcance del proyecto

El proyecto “Garantizar asistencia humanitaria integral para migrantes, refugiados y comunidades de acogida en las zonas fronterizas de Ecuador”, implementado por la OIM con financiamiento de la República de Corea, tiene como objetivo mejorar el acceso a asistencia multisectorial y servicios de protección en los corredores fronterizos del país, específicamente en Huaquillas, Tulcán y Lago Agrio. En ese sentido, una de las actividades del proyecto contempla el diseño y distribución de materiales educomunicacionales para fortalecer el acceso a derechos, promover la prevención de Violencia Basada en Género, Trata de Personas y riesgos de protección a la infancia (PI), así como difundir rutas y servicios disponibles en cada territorio.
La consultoría de apoyo en diseño y piezas gráficas apoyará la estrategia de elaboración de materiales educomunicacionales, incluidos los productos de comunicación para difundir a través de redes sociales, y para ello liderará la producción de materiales de diseño y piezas para redes sociales.
 

Departamento/unidad de la Organización a que presta servicios el consultor/la consultora

La consultoría será realizada en Quito, bajo la supervisión del área de comunicación y la Unidad Nacional de Protección de la OIM.

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract
Los productos a realizar en el marco de este contrato serán los siguientes:

 
Performance indicators for the evaluation of results
  • 100% del cumplimiento de los productos. El seguimiento general será realizado por la unidad de Protección de la OIM Ecuador en coordinación con el área de comunicación.

Qualifications

Formación, experiencia o competencias requeridas

  • Título universitario en comunicación social, diseño gráfico, publicidad o áreas afines.
  • Mínimo tres (3) años de experiencia profesional en comunicación con comunidades, publicidad, diseño gráfico o diseño en general. 
  • Habilidades para la coordinación interinstitucional, redacción técnica, experiencia en temas de diseño, análisis de información sensible, comunicación intercultural y trabajo en entornos de alta demanda.
  • Indispensable: experiencia previa trabajando con población vulnerable.
  • Deseable trabajo previo con el Sistema de Naciones Unidas.

Presupuesto referencial

El valor de esta consultoría es de USD 3,900 más IVA, que se pagará tras la entrega y aprobación de cada producto detallado antes.

Languages

For this consultancy, el lenguaje requerido es español.

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

  • 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.

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.

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.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Required Skills

Job info

Contract Type: Consultancy (Up to 11 months)
Org Type: Country Office
Vacancy Type: Consultancy
Recruiting Type: Consultant
Grade: UG
Is this S/VN based in an L3 office or in support to an L3 emergency response?: No
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