Communications Assistant Consultant (Support to Digital Campaign on Safe Migration – Roma Community)

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.

 

Project Context and Scope

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration, committed to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. 

Within the framework of the project “Reducing community-level vulnerabilities to Trafficking in Persons in Moldova”, IOM Moldova is implementing a digital communication and Social Media Marketing (SMM) campaign targeting vulnerable populations, particularly Roma communities. 

The campaign aims to raise awareness on safe migration, risks of trafficking, and available support services, through culturally adapted messaging delivered via social media platforms, community networks, and strategic partners.

To ensure professional production and wide outreach, IOM engaged a service provider/company responsible for the implementation of the campaign deliverables.

The Communications Assistant Consultant will provide technical, coordination, and quality assurance and technical support support to the Media and Communications and Protection Units and the contracted company, ensuring that all campaign products meet IOM standards, are culturally appropriate, and are effectively disseminated among target communities.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Social Sciences, or related field

Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in communications, media, or social media campaigns

• Experience working with external service providers or managing communication projects

• Experience in community-based campaigns or work with vulnerable groups is an asset

• Experience in working with international organizations and UN agencies is an asset.

Skills

• Strong writing and editing skills 

• Knowledge of social media platforms and digital communication tools

• Basic understanding of audiovisual content production

• Knowledge of migration and trafficking topics is an advantage

Languages

• Fluency in Romanian and English

• Knowledge of Russian and/or Romani language is an asset

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

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