Regional Digital Platforms Support Officer At International Organization for Migration

Context:

The Media and Communications Unit (MCU) in the ROAP provides media, communications and advocacy support to the ROAP and IOM missions across the region.

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Regional Media and Communications Officer (SRMCO) based in Bangkok, Thailand and in close coordination with the relevant thematic/unit heads, the Digital Platforms Support Officer will provide media and communications support to Regional Office and Country Offices.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Support the SRMCO in managing, curating and maintaining ROAP’s online platforms such as the website (Drupal) and social media channels including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
2. Maintain the ROAP SharePoint platform and other related internal communication platforms.
3. Support the SRMCO in producing high quality video content and other digital information products related to IOM’s work in the Asia Pacific region.
4. Coordinate the production and dissemination of a regular ROAP Newsletter that will provide key updates.
5. Provide media and communications support to specific RTS-led projects or high-level ROAP events.
6. Support the SRMCO’s collaborations with MCD counterparts across the region, Geneva and Manila hubs to disseminate high quality digital media and communications output notably via online communications and social media platforms.
7. Support the SRMCO in providing training to ROAP staff, primarily in the strategic use of use of the above social media platforms.
8. Organise regular information sharing ‘brown-bag’ lunchtime sessions for ROAP staff and where possible include specific missions (virtually).
9. Assist ROAP Specialist colleagues in Bangkok-based media relations and event management, including M&C trainings, as required.
10. Support the SRMCO and RPSU in generating visibility from Donor and M&E reports.
11. Develop and implement innovative communications campaigns in ROAP and provide relevant support to country mission communication campaigns.
12. Support the SRMCO in providing regional support to HQ-led awareness-raising, community engagement, fundraising and other campaigns, including the Global Migration Film Festival and the Global Media and Migration Academy.
13. Support the SRMCO in ensuring appropriate gender equality and empowerment as an integral component of communications materials in the region
14. Provide relevant support to the other ROAP units as and when required.
15. Perform such other related duties as may be assigned.

Education

· University degree in journalism, media or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience.