VN 2017/266 (P) - Managing Editor (P4) - Geneva, Switzerland

Position Title Managing Editor

Duty Station :Geneva, Switzerland Classification Professional Staff, Grade P4

Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date :As soon as possible

Closing Date : 26 December 2017

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 a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Micronesia

(Federated States of), Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Iceland, Comoros, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Maldives, Malawi, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, El Salvador, Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

3. External female candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Media & Communications and in close collaboration with Media & Communications Department (MCD) colleagues in Geneva, Manila, Washington, Bangkok and in the field, the successful candidate will contribute to the formulation and implementation of creative communication strategies to promote IOM and raise awareness of migration in the media and among the general public.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Production editor for a team that produces and edits daily communication materials in English for IOM external media, including Migration Newsdesk daily publication as well as press briefing notes and associated social media content.

2. Coordinate awareness raising, community engagement, feedback and staff digital engagement projects across IOM platforms worldwide.

3. Gather, prepare and disseminate public information on IOM's activities worldwide in written reports in English and verbally as a spokesperson in English.

Page 1 / 34. Provide editorial and technical leadership across IOM missions and regional offices and HQ in all aspects of media and communications, including the development of promotional materials and advocacy campaigns.

5. Serve as a spokesperson at UN media briefings in Geneva and, if necessary during emergencies, in the field.

6. Strengthen links with national and international media to promote the work of IOM by providing high quality, professional responses to media enquiries related to IOM programmes and policies and, more broadly, on migration.

7. Liaise with IOM missions worldwide and with the media relations and communication departments of partner organisations, primarily the UN, to promote IOM visibility. 8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or

• University degree in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience. Experience

• Experience in international journalism, including coverage of international organizations; • Previous experience in editing, graphic design, online communications and social media skills. Languages

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French and Spanish is an advantage. Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms; • Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders; • Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience; • Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services; • Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; • Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

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Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 26 December 2017 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 11.12.2017 to 26.12.2017

Requisition: VN 2017/266 (P) - Managing Editor (P4) - Geneva, Switzerland (55283329) Released Posting: Posting NC55283335 (55283335) Released

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