Overview
The Communication Assistant will support the Media and Communication Unit in implementing Public Information activities for IOM Italy, contributing to internal and external communication efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the implementation of Public Information activities in line with IOM communication guidelines.
- Support social media plans and maintain IOM Italy’s social media channels.
- Assist in drafting and updating editorial plans.
- Compile data on communication activities’ performance and draft reports.
- Assist in the administrative coordination of information campaigns.
- Assist in the preparation and dissemination of public information materials.
- Support the production of printed and digital materials.
- Assist in drafting or translating content in English and Italian.
- Assist with internal communication by sharing information within IOM Italy and with other IOM offices.
- Assist in organizing public information activities in English and Italian.
- Assist in preparing and publishing social media content.
- Assist in compiling media monitoring summaries and data tables.
- Assist in compiling background information for communication materials.
- Assist in preparing communication materials, including talking points and briefing notes.
- Perform any other assigned duties.
Required Experience
- High school diploma with four years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree with two years of professional experience in communication, preferably in the field of migration.
- Good organizational and communication skills.
- Good drafting, writing and reporting skills.
- Experience in web and social media content creation, and basic content planning.
- Experience in video editing and in creating graphic content.
- Good knowledge of major migration dynamics/context in the Mediterranean.
- Familiarity with communication practices within international organizations, including experience in supporting regional coordination and communication frameworks in the Mediterranean context.
- Experience in the preparation of newsletters, compiling data tables, drafting notes for the file, and compiling media monitoring reports in English.
- Experience in supporting internal communication activities and liaising with colleagues across different units.
- Experience in social media preparation, video editing, and the development of communication materials for social media.
- Advanced computer literacy: proficiency in using Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Office 365.
- Good knowledge of the main graphic and communication tools (Adobe, Canva, CapCut, Mailchimp, etc.).
- Ability to work effectively and harmoniously as part of a team.
- Ability to manage time and resources efficiently.
- Capacity to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Qualifications
High school diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Journalism, Public/Media Relations, International Relations, Global Governance, or Law from an accredited institution.
