Introduction

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.

 

Project Context and Scope

IOM Kenya is launching a targeted research initiative to better understand the drivers, routes, actors, and impacts of irregular migration and human trafficking in the Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia (KSE) border. IOM Kenya is also finalizing research on the impact of financial technology on remittances transfers and the influence on remittance receiving households in Kenya. Additionally, IOM Kenya is undertaking a study of regular labour pathways between Kenya and Germany. To support this initiative, IOM Kenya is seeking to engage a highly qualified Graphic Designer individual or agency with proven expertise in delivering aesthetically pleasing reports, infographics, factsheets and similar with timely turnaround.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Information Management, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Communications,, Multimedia, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,

• University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience

Experience

• Experience in information management in humanitarian emergencies.
• Experience in the design and development of information products in humanitarian emergencies and transition and recovery.

• Knowledge of IOM programming in humanitarian emergencies and preparedness.

   

• Experience in data and information processing, consolidation, and reporting across different programme areas at national, regional, and/or global level.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills: capable to share ideas and explain results to all levels of the Organization and stakeholders;
• Familiarity with statistics, data and research and communicating complex research in a digestible manner

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, PowerBI) required

   

• Required proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

   

• Proficiency of ArcGIS tools is beneficial (good working knowledge of spatial analyst tool); Proficiency in statistical software is beneficial (Stata, SAS, R, SPSS), 

   

• Experience in Database Information Systems development (SQL or Oracle), preferably in support of assessment and data collection system is considered as an asset.

Languages

For this consultancy, fluency in English, both oral and written is required. 

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 five 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.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work. 

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice 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, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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