Position Title : Regional Media and Communications Officer
Duty Station : Cairo, Egypt
Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P2
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 17 November 2024
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 work environment. Read more about diversity and
inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female
candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all
IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered
before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Comoros; Congo (the); Cook Islands;
Guinea-Bissau; Holy See; Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People's Democratic
Republic (the); Madagascar; Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated
States of); Namibia; Nauru; Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia;
Samoa; Sao Tome and Principe; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas;
Tonga; Tuvalu; Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.
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.
Core Functions / 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.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish, all staff members are required to be
fluent in one of the three languages.

For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic
and/or French is highly desirable. Working knowledge of another official 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.
Notes
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
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.IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.
https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p
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Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board 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, and background verification and security
clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be
required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the
medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No
late applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 17 November 2024 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment
system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For further information please refer to: www.iom.int/recruitment
Posting period:
From 04.11.2024 to 17.11.2024
No Fees:
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.
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