SMM Consultant

Job Description

Note: This is a local consultancy opportunity; therefore, only nationals of the Kyrgyz Republic or individuals with legal residency in Kyrgyzstan are eligible to apply.

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.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration.

Project Context and Scope

‘Central Asia Safe Migration’ project aims to reduce migrants’ vulnerability to exploitation, recruitment fraud, and unsafe migration, while supporting sustainable reintegration for returning migrants across Central Asia. It adopts a comprehensive, rights-based approach across the migration cycle, working with governments, service providers, and stakeholders. The project aims to address the challenges faced by nationals from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan engaged in labour migration to the United Kingdom under the UK Seasonal Workers Scheme (SWS). These include migrant workers preparing to travel under the SWS, migrants currently engaged in seasonal work, and returning migrants receiving reintegration support. Project beneficiaries will gain improved access to accurate, timely, and gender-sensitive information on safe migration, recruitment practices, rights and obligations, and available support services. Returning migrants will additionally benefit from financial literacy training, business development support, and small grants to support sustainable livelihoods.

Under this ToR, the SMM Consultant is expected to work under the direct supervision of the Media and Communications Specialist, closely collaborate with Kyrgyzstan project team, and other relevant stakeholders from government partners.
 

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Communications, Mass Media, Migration and Social Inclusion or another related field;  
• At least 3 years of experience in developing and conducting information campaigns and managing social media accounts;    
• Excellent knowledge of social media marketing principles and content performance evaluation;  
• Proven practical experience in managing targeted advertising campaigns on social media platforms with strong understanding of audience targeting, campaign optimization, paid reach, engagement metrics, and results-based reporting. 
• Proven communication skills, with a strong command of Russian and Kyrgyz language; knowledge of English is an asset. Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Travel required
Some travel within the country is expected. In case of travel IOM covers transportation and airfare and DSA based on non-IOM staff rate to cover accommodation, meals, and pocket money.
 

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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