Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the implementation of external communications strategies related to the project
• Provide technical advice to the Senior Management Team on strategic communications issues
• Supervise and manage the CO's Communications staff
• Supervise all external communications content produced by the CO
• Support high-profile visibility events and assist the Chief of Mission in preparing to represent the CO
• Manage the CO's online presence
• Draft media key messages, statements, talking points, and other relevant background documents
• Engage with the UN Country Team's Communication Group and other relevant actors
• Ensure that there is appropriate gender, diversity, and inclusion awareness in all IOM external communications

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results:

• Project communication and visibility plan developed and implemented
• Press releases, human-interest stories, social media content, videos, and other communication materials produced and disseminated in a timely manner
• Communication support provided for high-level events, donor visits, and media engagements

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field with two years of relevant professional experience; or, a university degree in one of the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience
• Experience as a writer, editor, and content producer/manager in Journalism and/or public information roles
• Experience in digital communications and social media
• Experience in corporate writing and editing
• Experience in managing donor visibility
• Experience with media liaison
• Experience in humanitarian communications
• Experience in working in UN or other International organizations

Skills:

• Skills in graphic design, particularly using Adobe programs
• Skills in photography and videography, both shooting and editing
• Demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity
• High level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds

Languages:

• Malagasy
• French
• English

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