A main activity will be an itinerant photoexhibition from Reuters photojournalist Darrin Zammit Lupi, and a website specifically created to accompany the exhibition as well as to provide context to other celebration activities (e.g. panels) of IOM Switzerland during 2024.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support in curating/selecting the key milestones of the last 30 years of: migration events in Europe and neighborhood, the evolution of migration importance at geopolitical level, the EU migration and asylum acquis (for public consumption) in relation to Switzerland (JHA matters: Schengen Agreement, and Dublin), and the relevance of IOM´s changing role globally (e.g. outside and inside the UN) and IOM Switzerland path.
2. Revise commonly identified list of relevant supporting documents, project websites, video materials, etc. in view of the development of IOM Switzerland 30^th anniversary website and other supporting materials (brochures, posters, etc.).
3. Drafting of an an engaging narrative around migration as described under point 1, for the purposes of the IOM Switzerland 30^th anniversary photoexhibition description and the website, which expands the context experience for viewers via the use of a QR code.
4. Support translation of texts from English into German, and French.
5. Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Chief of Mission IOM Bern.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Political Science, International Politics, Social Sciences or a related field; or
• University degree (Bachelor’s) in the above fields with 2 year of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Experience in researching and writing complex analytical documents on migration and asylum.
• Experience working within the United Nations System, including IOM, is an assett.

 Skills

• In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration and asylum issues and analytical sources in Europe
• Knowledge of the United Nations System, including IOM.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex concepts and ideas in accesible way for general public, and to have personal (online) contact with interlocutors

Languages

For this position, working level German, English and French is required (oral and written).

Desirable: Italian

Competencies[1]

[1] Competencies and respective levels should be drawn from the Competency Framework of the Organization.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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 – Level 2

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.

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MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators – N/A

Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.

Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.

Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.