Photography and videography consultant

Consultant

Overview

Support IOM Poland with multimedia content and communication.

You have:

• University degree in Communications, Marketing, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven experience in multimedia production and social media content development.
• Experience working in multicultural and international environments is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience using major social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with design and publishing software.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Strong command of Ukrainian and/or Russian is strongly recommended.
• Knowledge of Polish is an asset.

Contract

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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

Project Context and Scope

Support to the IOM Mission in Poland across all programmes (including Humanitarian Response and Recovery, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, LMSI, etc.), as well as cross-cutting activities—with a particular focus on the implementation of the project funded by the Republic of Korea.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing

Consultant is contributing IOM Poland Communications Unit but also across the IOM Poland mission

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University degree in Communications, Marketing, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience

Experience

• Proven experience in multimedia production and social media content development;
• Experience working in multicultural and international environments is an asset;
• Demonstrated experience using major social media platforms and digital communication tools;
• Strong computer literacy and familiarity with design and publishing software;
• Creative approach with the ability to propose innovative visual solutions;
• Good organizational and time management skills;
• Ability to work independently and deliver agreed outputs within deadlines

Languages

For this consultancy:

• Fluency in English is required;
• Strong command of Ukrainian and/or Russian is strongly recommended;
• Knowledge of Polish is an asset.

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 five 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

• 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.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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 e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and may be requested to submit a portfolio to inform subsequent stages of the recruitment process.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

Responsibilities

Tasks to be performed under this contract

• Develop visual and multimedia materials to support the Mission’s programmes and activities, including video filming and editing, photography (and editing), graphics, charts, diagrams, icons and other visual assets, in line with IOM visual identity standards.
• Prepare the newsletters and other updates forms for various channels and email communication (use of MailChimp) as requested.
• Contribute to the preparation of website content and publish on the relevant platforms (website management).
• Support the planning, preparation and publication of social media content for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn and YouTube, including basic keyword optimization and alignment with communication campaigns and initiatives.
• Apply relevant donor, partner and IOM visibility and branding requirements in coordination with the Communications team.
• Support the implementation of communication and social media‑related campaigns, including coordination with relevant partners and basic monitoring of outputs.
• Design layouts and visual elements for reports, information sheets, publications and presentations, and support the development and adaptation of templates (e.g. brochures, event materials, situation reports), including formatting for use in Publisher and Word, including preparing files ready for printing.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• Visual and multimedia products: Minimum of X visual/multimedia materials produced per quarter, meeting IOM branding guidelines, with no branding corrections requested post‑approval.
• Newsletters and email updates: 100% of planned newsletters and email updates distributed by agreed deadlines.
• Website content: Website updates published within X working days of content approval; content accuracy maintained with no corrective republishing required.
• Social media: Minimum of X posts published per platform per month, in line with the agreed communication plan.
• Branding compliance: 100% of communication materials compliant with donors, partner, and IOM branding requirements, confirmed prior to dissemination.
• Campaign monitoring: Communication campaigns monitored using agreed indicators (e.g. reach, engagement), with performance summaries produced for 100% of campaigns.
• Reports and publications: 100% of reports and publications formatted in line with official IOM templates before submission or publication.

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