Information and Communications Assistant

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  • Added Date: Tuesday, 23 September 2025
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Under the overall supervision of the Project Development and Programme Support Officer in the IOM Country Office Programme Support Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing information management and communications support to all IOM Malaysiaโ€™s projects. The incumbent will assist in data collection, support in the development, management and monitoring of the information, education as well as communication con
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Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  1. Draft and edit media/communication, stakeholdersโ€™ engagement contents and public information materials for projects, in coordination with project staff and external stakeholders. These include Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials, such as brochures, posters, booklets, presentation slides, info sheets, newsletters, reports, maps and infographics, and video clips among others.
  2. Contribute towards the Missionโ€™s official website and allย social media accounts (e.g. ย Facebook, Twitter) including the drafting, editing and uploading of content for IOM projects.
  3. Support implementation of project activities related to communications, including organizing communications campaigns and relevant online and offline events, creating key messaging materials, among others.
  4. Assist in knowledge sharing, updating and adapting, as necessary, the existing media and communications tools, and quantitative and qualitative data on progress and emerging outcomes, in coordination with the project team.ย 
  5. Assist in developing internal and donor reports by providing detailed information on project achievements, progress against set targets and visibility reports.
  6. Monitor the timely submission of project data from project teams and partners, ensuring that all beneficiary information is gathered in line with data protection principles.
  7. Assist in cleaning, processing and analysing project data to inform decision-making and implementation.
  8. Assist in drafting and implementing information monitoring tools and data collection tools/templates for efficient reporting.ย 
  9. Assist in maintaining IOM Malaysiaโ€™s communications equipment and inventory of visibility materials.
  10. Support in the management of the internal project database, ensuring that all relevant data on the implementation of the project are captured and organized.
  11. Liaise with project teams to verify the completeness, accuracy and integrity of published content and relevant data in line with the policies and guidelines by donors, the Mission, IOM Regional Offices and HQ and inform the supervisor of any non-compliance.ย 
  12. Undertake duty travels as necessary, to support documentation of field activities and collection of information and audiovisual materials, in coordination with the project teams.ย 
  13. Perform other related duties as may be assigned.

    Required Qualifications and Experience

    EDUCATION

  14. Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated. Core Competencies โ€“ behavioural indicators (Level 1) Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results. Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes. Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate. Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organizationโ€™s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work. Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. Managerial Competencies โ€“ behavioural indicators (Level 1) (applicable only if position is with direct reports) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organizationโ€™s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential. Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential. Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty. Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organizationโ€™s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction. Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. Notes Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months. This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application. For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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