Communications Assistant

Organizational Context

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a UN agency promoting humane and orderly migration. In Türkiye's East, Southeast, and Mediterranean (ESEM) Region, IOM implements programs supporting migrants, refugees, and host communities. This role supports communication activities and material preparation for IOM's work in the ESEM Region.

Job Purpose

This Communications Assistant role supports the implementation of IOM's communication activities and the preparation of multimedia materials within Türkiye's ESEM Region. The position contributes to raising awareness about IOM's projects and their impact on migrants, refugees, and host communities. The assistant will help create engaging content, including human interest stories, visuals, and social media posts, to effectively communicate IOM's mission and achievements. This role is crucial for ensuring IOM's work is visible and understood by various stakeholders, thereby supporting protection, resilience, social cohesion, and effective migration management efforts in the region.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing IOM's communication guidelines and visibility activities. Create multimedia content such as human interest stories, photographs, videos, and social media posts for various communication channels. Prepare visual communication materials like infographics, social media assets, posters, and brochures, adhering to IOM branding. Conduct field visits to gather communication materials highlighting IOM's activities and results. Support the preparation and formatting of internal communication materials, including templates and graphics. Liaise with program staff to collect information and audio-visual materials. Maintain the mission’s digital asset library and provide translation and proofreading support. Assist with logistical and administrative arrangements for communication-related events and meetings.

Work Experience

Experience in communications and media work, preferably within the development and humanitarian sector. Experience in preparing promotional materials like infographics is advantageous. Familiarity with social media platforms is expected. Experience assisting with public events and preparing human interest stories, photo essays, and video stories is beneficial. Multilingual candidates (English, Turkish, Arabic) are strongly preferred.

Skills

Good writing and editing skills. Proficient photography and videography skills. Ability to manage social media accounts. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, Audition, Illustrator, InDesign) is an asset. Willingness to perform diverse media and communications support duties.

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