Job DescriptionIntroductionEstablished in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.
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Project Context and ScopeIOM Morocco implements several programmes aimed at strengthening the protection of migrants in vulnerable situations, promoting alternatives to irregular migration, and supporting sustainable reintegration through assistance, awareness-raising, communication, and social cohesion activities.
Within this framework, the project "Providing Protection Solutions and Alternatives to Irregular Migration for Vulnerable Populations in Morocco", funded by the Federal Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Austria, supports Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) activities and the development of multilingual communication and information tools to improve migrants' access to reliable information and enhance the visibility of programme achievements.
Under the overall supervision of the Media and Communications Unit (MCU), the consultant will provide technical support for the production of communication, awareness-raising, digital, audiovisual, and visibility materials, while contributing to the documentation and promotion of programme activities implemented with institutional and civil society partners.
Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributingMedia and Communications Unit (MCU), IOM Morocco, in close coordination with the Protection Department – AVRR Unit.
Project: Providing Protection Solutions and Alternatives to Irregular Migration for Vulnerable Populations in Morocco.
WBL: PX0580 3:4:1:001
ResponsibilitiesTasks to be performed under this contractUnder the overall supervision of the Media and Communications Unit (MCU), the consultant will:
Expected timeline: Activities will be implemented throughout the 9-month consultancy period, according to the Communication Unit workplan and programme priorities.
Performance indicators for the evaluation of resultsPerformance Will Be Assessed Based On
QualificationsRequired Qualifications and ExperienceEducation
Experience
Skills
LanguagesFor this consultancy, fluency in French, English and Arabic (oral and written) is required.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required CompetenciesIOM’s competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators
NotesIOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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