Position Title : Intern – Audio Visual Support
Duty Station : Geneva, Switzerland
Classification : Intern, Grade OTHE
Type of Appointment : Internship, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible
Closing Date : 01 October 2020
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.
Context:
The Media and Communications Division (MCD) of IOM is comprised of experienced communications professionals based in Geneva and Manila. The team provides support on media and public information issues to IOM Headquarters and missions worldwide. It is responsible for me-dia relations as well as producing a variety of other public information materials, including official statements to mark special events, multimedia products and press briefing notes on specific IOM activities.
Under the overall supervision of the Director, Media and Communications Division and direct supervision of the Multimedia Officer, the successful candidate will assist with he timely production and edition of a series of institutional as well as public facing audio-visual products.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
Provide technical assistance in the editing and subtitling of videos and their upload into IOM global Youtube channel to support IOM Country Offices and HQ Departments in highlighting their achievements to key local audiences and among government, civil society, partners and the general public.
Assist with the capturing of photos and videos using a DSLR cameras during Geneva based events or as per the needs of HQ Departments and Offices.
Archive in the IOM Media Library IOM audio-visual content sent to the Media and Communications Division from the field, based on provided Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines.
Gather, prepare and edit IOM content for UN International Day campaigns throughout the year.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Training Components and Learning Elements
• The successful candidate will gain experience in working in an international multicultural environment, within the United Nations system.
• Become acquainted with the work of Media and Communications professionals in a global
organization/institution and in the field of migration.
• Acquire technical knowledge in the preparation of templates and guidelines for
Communications focal points in the field around the world.
• Access online training courses at the disposal of all IOM staff.
• Interact with the internal and external partners involved in press, publication, and on-line communications.
• Gain experience producing and launching global communications campaigns for IOM’s diverse target audiences on social media and in-person events.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
• Minimum of two years University studies in Communications, Multimedia Studies, or a related field from an accredited academic institution.
Experience
• Experience in video editing software, such as Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After
Effects and Adobe Illustrator;
• Experience in photography, video and audio recording ;
• Proven ability to produce work accurately and concisely according to set deadlines.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Note
Eligibility and Selection
In general, the Internship Programme aims at attracting talented students and graduates who:
a) have a specific interest in, or whose studies have covered, areas relevant to IOM programmes and activities;
b) are holding a scholarship for internship placements in international organizations and/or for whom internship is required to complete their studies; or
c) are sponsored by governmental/non-governmental institutions and/or academia to work in specific areas relevant to both IOM and the sponsor;
d) are either students approaching the end of their studies and preparing a thesis, or recently graduated, who have less than two years of relevant working experience;
e) are between 20 and 36 years of age.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and additional enquiries will only be addressed if the candidate is shortlisted.
• Depending on experience and location, IOM provides a small monthly stipend to help offset costs.
• Please consider the cost of living in Geneva prior to applying.
1 Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database
(https://whed.net/home.php).
Required Competencies:
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• 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.
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 action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf
Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.
Other:
The appointment 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, and security clearances.
No late applications will be accepted.
This vacancy is archived.