Job Description
Job Title
Communication Associate
Company/Organisation Name
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Location
Cameroon
Education
- High School diploma with six years of relevant experience; or
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Advertising, International Affairs, Information Management, Social Sciences, Political Sciences, or a related field, with four years of relevant professional experience.
Experience
- Prior experience working in social welfare work is an advantage.
- Previous experience with NGOs, local organizations, or local governments is an advantage.
- Experience communicating with legal representatives is an advantage.
- Ability to use own initiative and work under pressure with minimum supervision.
- Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Internet applications; IT skills are a distinct advantage.
- Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2012 and SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and experience using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and Business Intelligence Development Studio (BIDS).
- Excellent data analysis, visualization, and presentation skills.
- Self-motivated and results-driven.
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Creativity and initiative; actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services.
Languages
Fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).
Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity
- Integrity and transparency
- Professionalism
- Courage
- Empathy
- Teamwork
- Delivering results
- Managing and sharing knowledge
- Accountability
- Communication
Responsibilities
- Assist in coordinating and implementing a communications strategy for Cameroon
- Write, edit, and produce timely public information materials
- Support the development and dissemination of appropriate communications and media materials
- Create content including blog entries, press notes, video scripts, and newsletters
- Provide internally coordinated guidance and lines to take to colleagues in the office regarding ongoing media requests and interview opportunities
- Liaise with media counterparts in governmental and non-governmental agencies
- Participate in the national UN Communications Group and relevant inter-agency media and communication working groups
- Monitor social media platforms and document relevant questions, conversations, and trends
- Follow local media to identify information, perceptions, and misinformation among the media and the public
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