Private Sector and Marketing Senior Assistant

Internal and external candidates will be considered for this vacancy. For the purposes of this vacancy, internal candidates are defined as staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded or ungraded contract, including Junior Professional Officers (JPOs), staff on Special Leave Without Pay (SLWOP), and staff members on secondment/loan released by the Organization, unless otherwise specified in their contract. Staff members holding a regular, fixed-term or short-term graded contract will not retain their contract type if appointed to an ungraded position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the identification and engagement of strategic corporate partners for migration and durable solutions projects.

• Assist in developing marketing and communication strategies aimed at fundraising and partnership development.

• Support the maintenance of corporate relationships, monitoring results and opportunities for expansion.

• Contribute to the preparation of proposals, presentations, and promotional materials for potential private sector partners.

• Support field teams in coordinating partnership activities, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and operational plans.

• Maintain a database of partnerships, contacts, and relevant information to support informed decision-making and strategic planning.

• Collaborate in the implementation of marketing campaigns and institutional visibility activities.

• Foster collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that IOM's engagement with partners is transparent, effective, and aligned with institutional objectives.

• Support the analysis of private sector trends and innovation opportunities applicable to IOM's activities.

• Perform other work-related tasks, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Postgraduate studies or additional training in project management, fundraising, or innovation is desirable; or,
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Economics, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database .

Experience

• Demonstrated experience in coordinating operational activities within a team or department, ensuring smooth and efficient execution of tasks.
• Experience in preparing proposals, promotional materials, and marketing strategies for fundraising.
• Proven ability to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively within a diverse team.
• Experienced in working cross-functionally and obtaining relevant content and information from different units to build innovative partnerships with public and private sector.
• At least two (2) years of experience in private sector engagement, corporate partnerships, or institutional marketing.

Skills

• Strong teamwork skills and ability to engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Familiarity with project management principles and tools would be advantageous.
• Ability to develop marketing strategies and corporate partnerships.
• Ability to write, draft, and edit reports, acknowledgements, briefings, and donor correspondence letters, proposals, grants and appeals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital marketing tools.
• In-depth understanding of public and private sector partnerships, fundraising, philanthropy and UN agencies; and,
• In-depth understanding of migration and business and human rights.

Languages

REQUIRED

For this position, fluency in Portugues and English is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE

Working knowledge in Spanish is an advantage.

Required Competencies

Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators (applicable only if position is with direct reports)

• 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.

Notes

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

• This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.

• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

• 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 online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

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