VN 2023 454 Editor (English) (P3) Geneva, Switzerland At International Organization for Migration

Position Title: Editor (English)

Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Classification: Professional Staff, Grade P3

Type of Appointment: Fixed term, one year with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 26 October 2023

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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Read more about diversity and inclusion at IOM at www.iom.int/diversity.

Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.

For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates
2. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda; Barbados; Botswana; Cabo Verde; Comoros; Congo

(the); Cook Islands; Dominica; Fiji; Grenada; Guinea-Bissau; Holy See;

Iceland; Kiribati; Lao People’s Democratic Republic (the); Madagascar;

Marshall Islands; Micronesia (Federated States of); Namibia; Nauru;

Palau; Saint Kitts and Nevis; Saint Lucia; Solomon Islands; Suriname; The Bahamas; Tonga; Tuvalu; Uzbekistan; Vanuatu

Second-tier candidates include:

All external candidates, except candidates from non-represented member states.

Context:

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Governing Bodies/International Dialogue on Migration and direct supervision of the Head of the Meetings Secretariat, and in close cooperation with the Senior Editor, the Editor (English) will edit and review governing body documents, as well as other IOM documents according to requirements.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Edit, review, and proofread governing body and other documents, as required, to ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and conformity with established IOM editorial standards and practice.
2. Analyse texts to detect and eliminate any incongruous, irrelevant, or redundant material; rewrite and restructure text, where appropriate.
3. Verify all material for accuracy (e.g. references, facts, figures, quotations) and consistency.
4. Verify and correct style, terminology, grammar, spelling, and punctuation, keeping in mind the target audience.
5. Conduct research and consult with author departments to clarify ambiguities and rectify substantive errors.
6. Contribute to the update of the IOM House Style Manual and IOM spelling list.
7. Contribute to the drafting and coordination of governing body session reports as a member of the report-writing team.
8. Provide additional in-house editorial support, in particular working with the Publications Unit, according to availability.
9. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Languages, Linguistics, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
• Success in the United Nations competitive examination for editors or the United Nations competitive examination for translators/précis-writers and verbatim reporters would be an advantage.

Experience

• Five years (seven years for bachelor’s degree holder) of professional experience in editing, preferably at the international level; and,
• Working experience and familiarity with subjects of direct relevance to the work of IOM would be an asset.

Skills

• Knowledge and experience of editorial policies, practices, and research techniques;
• Solid editing, writing, and analytical skills, with sensitivity to nuance;
• Ability to spot errors and inconsistencies in a text quickly; and,
• Computer literacy and knowledge of word-processing and of terminology databases; familiarity with software applications for editing procedures.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.

For this position, fluency in English(oral and written) and French and/or Spanish is required.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Notes

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Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required 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.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link.

https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.p df

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

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

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time in Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

Posting period:

From 13.10.2023 to 26.10.2023 No Fees:

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.