Labour Mobility Communications and Creative Content Specialist (Consultant A)
Organizational Context
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is supporting the Labour Mobility Unit (LMU) of the Government of Solomon Islands. This consultancy is part of a pilot project aimed at improving sustainable economic reintegration for returned migrant workers. The LMU provides essential support services to facilitate the successful return and reintegration of these individuals into their communities.
Job Purpose
This consultancy provides technical assistance in communications and creative content to the Labour Mobility Unit (LMU) in Solomon Islands. The role is crucial for enhancing the LMU's capacity to deliver gender-sensitive economic reintegration support services to returned migrant workers. By developing and disseminating effective information, education, and communication (IEC) materials, this position will directly contribute to improving sustainable reintegration outcomes, helping returned workers leverage their overseas experience and savings for livelihoods, employment, and financial resilience.
Responsibilities
The Consultant will lead the development and delivery of gender-sensitive information, education, and communication (IEC) materials for returning migrant workers. This involves conducting research on reintegration needs, opportunities, and best practices, and consulting with stakeholders to ensure material relevance. The role includes advising on content and communication strategies, producing high-quality materials (print, digital, audio-visual), and supporting their dissemination through various channels. Monitoring engagement, gathering feedback, and recommending adaptations are key. The Consultant will also ensure knowledge transfer to the LMU for ongoing use and provide related technical assistance.
Work Experience
Requires demonstrated experience in graphic design, content writing, and developing professional IEC and communication materials across print, digital, audio-visual, and social media formats. Proficiency in creative and digital applications such as Adobe Creative Suite and video editing software is essential.
Skills
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to build effective working relationships. Creative thinking, independent work ethic, adaptability to feedback, and effective task/deadline management. Strong organizational and file management skills. Experience with government or international organizations is advantageous.