SVN-EC016-2025-MCA Media and Communications Assistant

•  High school diploma with 4 years of professional experience; or
• Bachelor’s degree in communication (preferably in social communication, advertising, 
  or marketing) with 2 years of relevant professional experience or Specialization courses or diplomas in Digital Communication, Digital Marketing or Community Management. 
• Certification in Procurement, Logistics or Supply Chain Management is an advantage

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

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience related to the functions required for the position.
• Experience as Community Manager and specialist in digital communication in social  organizations.
• Practical experience in the generation of digital content.
• Practical knowledge in audiovisual production, graphic design, web tools or similar.
• Management of photo and video camera (semi-professional).
• Knowledge about different communication channels (social networks, ATL, face-toface communication, printed communication materials).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Management of Office programs (office 365).
• Experience in coordination with the United Nations system, public sector, private 
  sector and/or civil society organizations.
• Work experience in the IOM or in the United Nations System will be an asset. 
• Experience in issues related to human mobility, migration management and/or  relations with migrant population will be an asset. 

• Good capacity for analysis, synthesis, writing and communication. Ability to coordinate with government entities, international organizations, and civil society.
• Good interpersonal and organizational relationships. 
• Initiative, personal commitment motivated by results, efficiency, and flexibility.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with a group of colleagues with cultural variety and from different professional areas.
• Ability to organize and plan multiple tasks and in short times.

• For this position, fluency in Spanish is required (oral and written). 

• 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.

• 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.

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. 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.
3. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
4. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.