OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

IOM is looking for Peace Building Project Assistant II according to the terms of reference below.
Interested applicants are invited to apply by submitting their application to hrbandaaceh [ at ] iom [ dot ] int not later than 1 May 2009 indicating the reference code below and job title.
All candidates are requested to specify their availability date in the application form. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Reference Code : SVN/IDI/2009/028
Job Title : Peace Building Project Assistant II
Duty Station : Banda Aceh, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, Indonesia
Classification : Employee, Grade 5
Estimate Starting Date : 11 May 2009

General Functions:
Under the direct supervision of the Reintegration Officer of the Post Conflict and Reintegration Program (PCRP) in close coordination with the Peace-building Specialist (for PCRP) and the Information Officer (at IOM Jakarta), and the overall guidance of the Program Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and Implementing public information, public relations, and peace-building media strategies in support of the PCRP. In particular s/he will:

1. Technically assisting the Peace-building Specialist in developing an information and awareness campaign to explain the aims and targets of the “Program for Peace Building Assistance in Conflict-affected Communities in Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam” to local government, clients and their communities. This anticipates a strong public outreach mechanism that manages communities and clients’ expectations.
2. Working with other ICRS staff and local partners in the districts of Bener Meriah, Bireuen, Lhokseumawe, Kutacane, Takengon and Tapaktuan, including community based organizations (CBOs) and civil society organizations (CSOs), to produce and direct the production of peace-building media, which may include print media, interactive radio programming, etc: the aim is to reinforce and discuss key ideas and messages of the program in an interactive and participative manner.
3. Edit, Format and link all photographs and captions/quote received from the field into the interactive ‘Flash’ program’s Photo section; edit, convert and link power-point information into the Information section; convert and link all audio and video materials into the Audio and Video sections; obtain and link each months Tingkap news tabloid into the Tingkap section;
4. Bi-weekly synchronization of all six information kiosks in the field;
5. Based on specific information display needs of each field office area and overall ICRS program foci, develop relevant display banners and wall-papers for each field office.
6. Timely completion of monthly design for the public display billboards and ensuring the service provider makes the changes simultaneously in Banda Aceh and all other six regions with minimum possible delays;
7. Timely completion of monthly design for Tingkap newspaper stands at key supermarkets and governmental offices in ICRS work areas;
8. Editing table assistance in the production of video documentaries and ICRS Client video documentary production;
9. Preparing PowerPoint presentations for projecting programs reflecting field information in the form of tables, graphs, photos with narrations for public and official viewing and to identify specific information promotion needs;
10. Development of relevant audiovisual materials and precise technical arrangements of visuals during press conferences, public forums, official meetings and other ICRS program related activities highlighting the key features and purpose of the ICRS program under the banner of a common identity.
11. Maintain constant contact with the five ICRS Field Coordinators and their respective staff, especially the database assistant to obtain timely photographs with captions/quotes of all major stages of ICRS field activities and events. Collaboratively design Microsoft power-point versions of all relevant;
12. Prepare regular implementation reports and project progress reporting as required.
13. Assist staff designated to PCRP information and media activities.
14. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Desirable Qualifications:

• A minimum of one year relevant experience in information and reporting capacities with an International or relevant national agency/organization or media outlet is highly desirable.
• Experience in writing and designing promotional/media materials, and working with community and commercial broadcast media (eg. print, radio, television).
• Proficient at photography, including editing via Photoshop (or other relevant program) and publishing design via Publisher (or other
• relevant program) highly desirable.
• Proficient at videography, including editing and production will be an exceptional bonus although not mandatory.
• The ability to work on Mac based editing software’s will be an added advantage.
• Previous work experience with Aceh and familiarity with peace-building and reintegration issues pertaining to the ongoing peace process a distinct advantage.
• Strong organizational skills, drive for results and effective people skills with a demonstrated track record working effectively with colleagues from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds will be highly appreciated.
• Thorough knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia and spoken English at a conversational level is mandatory.

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