Niger: Consultant - Media and Public Information Assistant

Position Title : Consultant - Media and Public Information Assistant
Duty Station : Niamey, Niger
Classification : Consultant, Grade OTHE
Type of Appointment : Consultant, 3 months
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 26 March 2017

Reference Code: CON 2017/13

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration
and 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.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission the Media and Public Information Assistant
will be responsible for the implementation of internal and external communication and media
related activities required for all the IOM Niger projects. Moreover she/he will undertake
necessary action to plan, organize and proper development of public events, media campaigns
and act as liaison and focal point between local/international journalists and relevant IOM units.
In support to relevant project managers the media public information consultant will also be
responsible of ensuring compliance with donor specific requirements in terms of communication
and visibility.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Update IOM Niger public website, Facebook and Twitter accounts and act as Webmaster;
   analyze streaming of IOM Niger web viewers’ trends by making best use of available search
   mechanisms, such as Google’s Analytics.
2. Establish and maintain strong and regular liaison with the newspapers, TV and radio stations,
   news agencies, in order to inform the public, promote IOM activities and coordinating the media
   coverage of the events.
3. Monitor, evaluate, anticipate and respond proactively where it is deemed necessary, to all
   relevant news, information and forum discussion, concerning the activities of IOM Niger.
4. Undertake ongoing Communication activities such as responding to inquiries, maintaining
   calendar of events and communications mailing lists and evaluating the impact of key
   communications tools.
5. Inform relevant project manager of specific donor visibility requirements and develop
   standardized communication templates and tools for the mission.
6. Prepare and maintain up-to-date- in a timely manner- press briefing kits, project snapshots
   and other written materials ensuring consistent visibility of IOM Niger and relevant donors in
   coordination with Project Managers.
7. Assist with regard to the provision of information and updates of news agencies to keep them
   regularly informed on IOM Niger activities so as to ensure appropriate media coverage; Assist in organizing press briefings and conferences as necessary.
8. Assist in organizing working meetings, events, conferences and media meetings with
   concerned staff members.
9. Engage as needed with programme officers for successful publication of project materials
   (brochures, reports, fact sheets, profiles, posters, briefing papers, photo essays) in line with
   applicable donor guidelines.
10. Oversee and guide the development of a documentary on the migration challenges in Niger.
11. Ensure liaison and coordination with media and communication focal points in the Regional
    Office and Headquarters.
12. Undertake duty travels as required and compile field monitoring reports highlighting
    implementation challenges and solutions.
13. Liaise, promote and coordinate interagency collaboration and operational partnership in the
    sub-offices’ areas of work.
14. Ensure the integration of cross-cutting issues such as gender and ensure that women
    children, and other vulnerable groups in the project are considered in all communication and
    media products.
15. Contribute to the resource mobilization efforts by edit, draft and package project proposals,
    reports, and related materials supportive of the strategic positioning and development of the
    Democratic Governance programme;
16. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Program Manager to achieve project
    objectives.
    Deliverables
    • Update IOM Niger public website, Facebook and Twitter accounts and act as Webmaster;
    analyze streaming of IOM Niger web viewers’ trends by making best use of available search
    mechanisms, such as Google’s Analytic
    • Prepare press briefing kits, project snapshots and other written materials ensuring consistent
    visibility of IOM Niger and relevant donors in coordination with Project Managers
    • Ensure adherence and compliance with Donor Visibility requirements.
    Required Qualifications and Experience:
    Education
    • Advanced university degree from an accredited academic institution in journalism or
    international relations.
    Experience
    • At least two years of experience (or five years of experience for candidates with 1st level
    university degree) in media/communication in humanitarian context.
    • Experience in developing media and communication strategies, tools and products for
    development.
    • Experience in liaising with national and international media outlets, and sound experience of
    web traffic generation in social media.
    • Sound understanding and/or previous experience related to migration in West Africa is an
    added advantage.
    • Strong computer skills
    • Familiarity with the region is an asset
    • Experience working in humanitarian organizations.
    • Experience in working in remote environments
    Languages
    Fluency in English and French is required.
    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.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment
system, by 26 March 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 16.03.2017 to 26.03.2017