Job Identification (Reference Number): 16048
Position Title: Multimedia Production Officer
Duty Station City: Geneva
Duty Station Country: Switzerland
Grade: P-3
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 7 August 2025
Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM 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.
IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Context
The Department of Media and Communications (MCD) is comprised of experienced communications professionals based in IOM’s Headquarters in Geneva and the Administrative Centre in Manila.
The Team provides advice and support on media and public information issues to the Executive Office, Offices, Departments and Divisions at Headquarters, Regional Offices, and Country Offices worldwide.
It is responsible for global media relations, crisis management and advocacy, and produces a variety of on- and off-line content to enhance awareness of IOM, its operations, policies and data among diverse audiences.
MCD manages IOM’s Global website and social media accounts, its institutional branding, and the development of innovative digital tools.
Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director, Department of Media and Communications and the direct supervision of the Head of Multimedia, the Multimedia Production Officer will be responsible and accountable for the management and technical oversight of Video, Photo and Audio within MCD and across IOM. These materials include video, motion graphics, photography and audio for social media channels, accompaniments to press releases and briefing notes, video and photo content from the field, infographics and presentations.
- Coordinate and oversee MCD’s audio-visual team’s workflows and audio, video, podcast, animation, and photo outputs.
- Coordinate and oversee MCD’s audio-visual multimedia studio.
- Provide technical oversight and feedback for global audio-visual products before dissemination from HQ and the field.
- Provide technical advice on best practises and coordinate technical input for video, and audio strategies into global communications plans.
- Provide video, audio and editing trainings to staff in the Regional and Country Offices worldwide to improve their video, video editing and audio outputs. In close collaboration with MCD photographer, deliver similar training on photography outputs.
- Provide audio-visual studio set-up and management training to staff in the Regional and Country Offices worldwide where appropriate.
- Capture and edit IOM activities and live events for institutional, Executive Office as well as public facing promotional content in video, audio and photo format.
- Capture high quality video, audio and photo format content in HQ and the field for Global Communications priorities, including podcast format.
- In collaboration with MCD units, oversee, capture and produce high quality video, audio and photo format content in HQ and the field for various IOM Departments’ Communications priorities.
- Propose, prepare and/or review short scripts and storylines for audiovisual content to be disseminated on the IOM Global website and social media channels.
- Develop and maintain user-friendly guidelines for the collection and post-production of video, audio, and photo content by IOM staff worldwide, such as informed consent and date protection, copyright and technical production guidance.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Education
- Master’s degree in Journalism, Media or Communications, Photography or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
- University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Experience in capturing video, photo and audio content in a studio setting;
- Experience in capturing video, photo and audio content at live events and live video streaming;
- Experience in capturing video, photo and audio content in on assignment/ in field operations;
- Experience in sound design, mixing and SFX editing;
- Experience in editing and producing video and photo content;
- Experience in script writing;
- Experience in content production planning and strategic planning;
- Experience in guiding and advising staff on audio visual content production to improve skills;
- Experience working within UN settings;
- Experience in managing teams; and,
- Experience in managing service providers and freelancers.
Skills
- Expertise in photographic recording, including both camera operation and operating strobe lighting;
- Expertise in Photo editing software, such as Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop or Capture One;
- Expertise in Video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Da Vinci Resolve;
- Expertise in audio production workflows for live recording, using professional grade audio production equipment;
- Expertise in live sound mixing and post-production audio editing ;
- Expertise in motion graphics, motion design, animation and other moving image techniques;
- Excellent oral and visual communication skills, with an ability to produce photo captions accurately;
- Proven ability to plan workflows and manage team members;
- Proven ability to produce work precisely and concisely according to the set deadlines;
- Knowledge of IOM’s mandate and programme of activities; and,
- Expertise in providing training in audio-visual production.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.
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 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.
- 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 – behavioural indicators Level 2
- 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 Organization’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 - behavioural indicators – Level 2
- Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’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 Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.
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 endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
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 e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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