Back Junior Project Assistant – Graphic Design

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, 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.
 Context Under the direct supervision of the National Project Officer, in Boa Vista, and in coordination with the Communications team from the national office, in Brasília, the selected candidate is expected to produce compelling and engaging communication content for web and print, including social media content and photos. The candidate will contribute to the implementation of creative communication strategies.

1.    Create design elements and layouts of key flagship publications, infographics, flyers and maps highlighting IOM activities in the North Region. 
2.    Support content production for social media (Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Whatsapp, and Facebook).  
3.    Capture and edit images in photo and video.
4.    Edits low complexity videos and clips produced by the team.
5.    Support in layout for communications materials, including print and digital output.
6.    Liaise with graphic designers and other service providers to develop and produce materials. 
7.    Support media and communication trainings for field teams, in coordination with the national office in Brasília, DF.
8.    Provides overall support with research and fact-checking to produce communication material. 
9.    Stays abreast of new design and social media trends and delivers create and innovative ideas. 
10.    Ensure all communication materials are under the general branding IOM manual, and specific projects branding manual.
11.    Perform any other duties as may be needed. 

Education

• High School diploma with at least three years of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in Social Communication, Graphic Design or any related field, with one year of relevant professional experience.

  Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. Experience
  • A minimum of two years of relevant experience in graphic design.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign are required.
  • Knowledge to handle multiple projects simultaneously and under pressure.
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills, ability to prepare clear and concise products.
  • Knowledge in the field of migration is an advantage.  Languages
    • Required: Portuguese 
    • Advantageous: English or Spanish (working knowledge)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.