Position Title : Global Campaigns Officer
Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland

Classification : Professional Staff, Grade P3
Type of Appointment : Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 05 December 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 direct supervision of the Deputy Director of the Department of Media and
Communications (DMC) and in close collaboration with thematic and regional teams, the Global
Campaigns Officer will be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing global public
campaigns to support IOM’s strategic objectives. The position involves creating impactful
communication and advocacy campaigns, strengthening public awareness of IOM’s work, and
mobilizing support for migration issues. The Global Campaigns Officer will collaborate with
member states, international partners, and key stakeholders to elevate IOM’s profile through
innovative, multi-channel campaign initiatives.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

• Design and develop global campaigns that align with IOM’s strategic priorities, addressing

topics such as migration, humanitarian response, and policy advocacy.

• Contribute to the development of campaign frameworks, goals, and messaging strategies to

maximize impact across diverse audiences, including the general public, donors, member
states, and thematic partners.

• Coordinate with thematic divisions, field offices, and regional communication teams to ensure

campaign alignment and consistency across IOM’s programs and regions.

Campaign Implementation and Management

• Oversee the execution of multi-channel campaigns, utilizing digital media, print, broadcast, and

direct engagement to help enhance IOM’s visibility and public awareness of migration issues.

• Collaborate with the digital media team to develop content, including graphics, videos, social

media posts, and other multimedia assets that strengthen campaign messaging.

• Manage timelines and monitor budgets to ensure campaigns are delivered efficiently and

within scope, monitoring progress and addressing challenges as they arise.

Stakeholder Engagement and Partnerships

• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including member states, private sector partners,

and influencers, to support campaign outreach and advocacy objectives.

• Work with IOM Goodwill Ambassadors and other public figures to promote campaign

messages, ensuring effective engagement that aligns with IOM’s values and strategic goals.

• Coordinate joint campaign efforts with other UN agencies, NGOs, and international

organizations to amplify shared messages and reach wider audiences.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Develop and implement mechanisms for monitoring campaign performance, tracking metrics to

assess engagement, reach, and impact.

• Analyze campaign results and produce reports to inform ongoing strategy development,

capturing lessons learned and best practices.

• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on campaign progress, including

recommendations for enhancing campaign effectiveness.

Perform such other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, International Relations, or a

related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional
experience; or,

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

Experience

• Experience in campaign management, strategic communications, or public advocacy;
• Proven experience in designing and managing large-scale public campaigns, preferably within

international organizations or NGOs;

• Strong background in digital and social media strategy, including experience with content

creation, audience engagement, and analytics;

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement, particularly with donors, government

agencies, and advocacy partners; and,

• Experience in crisis communications or migration-focused campaigns is an advantage.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages

for diverse audiences;

• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage resources, timelines, and

multiple priorities effectively;

• Proficiency in digital marketing, social media management, and content creation tools (e.g.,

Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite); and,

• Ability to analyze campaign data and derive insights to optimize performance.

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 this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another
official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, 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
df

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.

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 05 December 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 22.11.2024 to 05.12.2024

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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