Expedited VN: Regional Media and Communications Officer (P) (Internal Applicants Only)

Job Description

Job Identification (Reference Number): 15321
Position Title: Regional Media and Communications Officer
Duty Station City: Cairo
Duty Station Country: Egypt
Grade: P-2
Contract Type: One Year Fixed Term
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 12 Months with Possibility of Extension
Closing date: 08 June 2025

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

This is an expedited recruitment process open only to:

a) internal candidates and

b) former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.

This process is not open to external applicants; their applications will not be considered at this time. 

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Director (RD) for Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the direct supervision of Senior Media and Communication Officer (Spokesperson) in Cairo, Egypt and in close coordination with Country Offices (COs) as well as Media and Communication Division (MCD) at Headquarters (HQ), the Regional Media and Communications Officer will be responsible for contributing to the development and implementation of communications strategies that promote the International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) programmes and policies that raise awareness of migration issues throughout the MENA region.

Responsibilities

1. Contribute to the development and implementation of a public information strategy for the MENA region in line with Headquarters (HQ) strategies.
2. Coordinate all communications-related projects and activities, including communications campaigns and strategic communications support to partners.
3. Engage with and respond to media requests as appropriate.
4. In coordination with the MENA spokesperson, produce, collect and disseminate public information material highlighting the RO’s work, including press briefing notes, human interest stories, newsletters, photographs and videos.
5. Contribute to the development and implementation of a digital engagement strategy, including generating timely and engaging content for social media and regularly updating web content.
6. Contribute to the liaison with partners, in particular inter-agency communications working groups, such as the United Nations (UN) Communication Group, to encourage information flow and to facilitate the development of complementary public information strategies under the One UN approach.
7. Monitor local and international media and inform the MENA Spokesperson and Programme Managers on relevant developments.
8. Support the MENA Spokesperson by drafting statements, key messages, talking points and other relevant information material upon request.
9. Check the inclusion of appropriate gender awareness in the RO’s communications.
10. Undertake duty travel as needed.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education 

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Development Studies, International Affairs or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. 

Experience

• Experience in communication campaigns, digital content creation, including photography, videography, graphic design and editing;
• Experience in building public information capacities of staff and external stakeholders;
• Experience liaising with government, civil society and media partners; and,
• Work experience in the MENA region is an advantage.

Skills

• Exposure to IOM’s institutional setting and or other international organizations;
• Excellent grasp of migration dynamics in Asia Pacific; and,
• Demonstrated high competency as a writer and editor in English.

Languages

IOM's official languages are English, French and Spanish. 

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge Arabic and/or French is highly desirable. Working knowlege of another UN language (Chinese, Russian, and Spanish) is 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

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 Level 2

• 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

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.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

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, 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.

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

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