Communications Assistant - Designer (Brasília/DF)

At this moment internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates will be considered as First-Tier Candidates and will be given preference over are Second-Tier candidates. Internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position. Former IOM Staff Members affected by a Structural Adjustment Plan triggered due to a funding constraint in the last 12 months will be considered internal candidates.
  Context

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental partners. With 175 member states, a further 8 states holding observer status and offices in over 100 countries, IOM, the UN Migration Agency, 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. Brazil is a Member State of IOM since 2004.

Under the direct supervision of the Communications Coordinator in Brasília, the candidate is expected to produce compelling and engaging communication and advocacy content for web and print, including factsheets, reports, folders, social media content, and visibility products, among others. The candidate will contribute to the implementation of creative communication strategies.
 

1. Create design elements and layouts of key flagship publications, website and social media content, infographics, and maps highlighting IOM activities in Brazil.
2. Assist in producing and planning IOM Brazil’s social media products
3. Produce newsletters, reports, photographs, and other promotional material printed or digital. 
4. Prepares products for production and distribution, including print and digital output.
5. Ensures timely dissemination of promotional and communications materials on the national website, as well as other media channels.
6. Provides overall support with research and fact-checking to produce communication material. 
7. Establishes and maintains an up-to-date repository file for communication materials including publications, press releases, clipping, photographs, audio, and visual products. 
8. Liaise with graphic designers and other vendors to develop, produce, and print materials.
9. Stays abreast of new design and social media trends and delivers create and innovative ideas.
10. Edits low complexity videos and clips produced by the team.
11. Ensure all communication materials are under the general branding IOM manual, and specific projects branding manual.
12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned Education
    • High School Diploma, with a minimum of 4 (four) years of relevant work experience; or
    • University Degree in Graphic design, Social Communication, or related areas by an accredited university, with a minimum of 2 (two) years of relevant work experienceAccredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
       Experience
      • A minimum of four years of relevant experience in Communication.
      • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva, and CapCut are required. 
      • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and under pressure.
      • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to prepare clear and concise products.
      • Knowledge in the field of migration is an advantage.
          Languages
        • For this position, fluency in Portuguese and in English is required (oral and written).IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
           Required Competencies
           IOM’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 three 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.
13. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.