Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

1 - MHPSS community-based programme in Ukraine (2022-2026)

2 - MHPSS response to displacement in war-affected Ukraine

3 - MHPSS integration into social cohesion and peacebuilding

4 - MHPSS support to veterans’ transition from military service to civilian life

5 - MHPSS and livelihood integration

6 - Equine-assisted psychosocial support programme

7 - Disability inclusion at IOM Ukraine

3) 1 longer video content (20-25 minutes) to support promoting how IOM Ukraine delivers safe, accessible, and evidence‑based MHPSS services for conflict‑affected populations, including persons with disabilities, by illustrating the psychosocial needs emerging from the crisis, demonstrating how inclusive and community‑based MHPSS approaches reduce distress and strengthen resilience, showcasing the impact of donor‑supported interventions, reinforcing IOM’s alignment with international standards and stakeholder priorities, and motivating staff, partners, and OPDs to integrate MHPSS, disability inclusion and rights‑based practices across all stages of programming.

The content and scope of the videos may be further framed and confirmed during the first part of the consultancy and in consultation with the programme focal point staff.

The consultant is expected to:

• Conduct pre‑production planning: define objectives, key messages, audiences, and storylines; prepare scripts, interview guides, and storyboards for IOM review and approval.

• Coordinate internally and externally: liaise with IOM programme teams, Communications Unit, field staff, OPDs, community representatives, authorities, and partner organizations to ensure access, alignment, and smooth implementation of filming and photoshooting activities.

• Coordinate logistics and field missions: plan and schedule field visits, interviews, and photoshoots in collaboration with IOM focal points and partners, ensuring safe access and operational feasibility.

• Ensure informed consent: obtain written consent from all individuals featured in videos or photos, using IOM’s approved consent procedures and ensuring participants understand purpose, use, and distribution.

• Prepare technical equipment: ensure all cameras, audio devices, lighting, storage, and backup systems are ready and functioning prior to field deployment.

• Capture high‑quality field footage: film activities, services, and community interactions in line with IOM’s protection principles, ensuring respectful, inclusive, and non‑stigmatizing representation.

• Conduct structured interviews: record interviews with staff, partners, OPDs, and beneficiaries using safe, non‑intrusive methods, ensuring clear audio, stable framing, and a supportive environment.

• Record contextual B‑roll: gather supplementary footage (environment, activities, interactions, facilities) to support narrative flow and visual coherence.

• Manage and secure data: label, store, and back up all footage, audio, and photos in accordance with IOM data protection and confidentiality standards.

• Edit and produce final videos: assemble narrative sequences, apply colour correction, sound design, motion graphics, subtitles, and branding elements; ensure accessibility and rights‑based messaging.

• Submit drafts for review: provide interim cuts, scripts, and graphics to IOM for feedback; incorporate comments and ensure compliance with branding, protection, and donor visibility requirements.

• Finalize and export deliverables: deliver all videos in required formats (16:9, 9:16, 1:1), with bilingual subtitles, and provide raw footage, editable project files, graphics, and audio.

• Obtain final clearance: secure approval from IOM Communications, programme teams, and donor visibility focal points prior to release.

• Prepare for dissemination: prepare final files for publication across IOM platforms (YouTube, social media, websites) and for use in trainings, advocacy, and donor reporting.

• Archive all materials: ensure proper archiving of all video and photo assets for future adaptation and institutional use.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: Response, Recovery, Resilience (3R), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS).

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education, Experience, Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Film/Media Production, Communications, Journalism, or equivalent professional experience gained through continuous videography and documentary work.

• Over 8 years of experience in filming, editing, and producing high‑quality video content across documentaries, reportage, institutional videos, cultural projects, and advocacy pieces.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage concept development, scripting, field planning, interviews, filming, sound recording, colour correction, editing, graphics, subtitling, and final delivery.

• Proven ability to produce concise, engaging videos for awareness‑raising, public communication, and educational purposes.

• Advanced skills in editing, audio design, motion graphics, colour grading, and multi‑format exporting using professional software (Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects).

• Demonstrated ability to work in varied environments (urban, rural, international), including sensitive or protection‑related contexts, with experience documenting social, cultural, and humanitarian themes.

• Previous comparable work with UN agencies, NGOs, or social‑impact organizations is an asset.

• Experience working with diverse teams, communities, and international stakeholders; ability to translate complex topics into simple, accessible visual narratives.

• Excellent ability to conduct interviews, interact respectfully with communities, and incorporate feedback clearly and efficiently.

• Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple tasks, and deliver high‑quality outputs under tight timelines.

• Capacity to operate autonomously while maintaining effective coordination with project teams.

• Availability of professional filming gear, audio equipment, and licensed editing software.

Languages

For this consultancy, Fluency in English is required. Ukrainian and /or Russian language skills are an advantage.

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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