Job Description

Details:
Mission and objectives:
Established in 1951, IOM is the United Nations Migration Agency, 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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration.
IOM works to help ensure the orderly and humane management of migration to promote international cooperation on migration issues, to assist in the search for practical solutions to migration problems and to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need, including refugees and internally displaced people.
The IOM Constitution recognizes the link between migration and economic, social and cultural development, as well as to the right of freedom of movement.
IOM works in the four broad areas of migration management:
Migration and development
Facilitating migration
Regulating migration
Forced migration.
Context:
The Talent Management Division, based in Headquarters, Switzerland, is seeking an experienced online volunteer to support the visual design and layout of the Mobility SharePoint site and the Viva Engage Channel, in close collaboration with the Forecasting, Mobility and Planning (FMP) unit. The goal is to create a user-friendly, visually engaging, and accessible platform that reflects IOM branding and effectively communicates key mobility-related content to staff.
In addition, the volunteer will contribute to multimedia content creation, including short videos and visual storytelling elements, to enhance internal communication and engagement. The volunteer may also support other divisions within the Department of Human Resources (DHR) with design and communication tasks as needed.
Task type:
Art and Design
Task description:
The Online Volunteer will be responsible for:
SharePoint Design
Designing the visual layout and structure of the Mobility SharePoint site.
Creating custom graphics, icons, banners, and infographics to enhance user experience.
Ensuring consistency in branding, colour schemes, and formatting across all pages.
Advising on best practices for SharePoint design and user navigation.
Ensuring accessibility standards are met for digital content.
Providing editable design files and documentation for future updates.
Viva Engage Channel Support
Designing visual assets for posts
Drafting engaging content to promote mobility-related updates (posts and announcements), events, and resources.
Supporting interactive features such as polls, Q&A, and feedback prompts.
Collaborating with the strategic workforce team to align messaging and tone with IOM's values.
Monitoring engagement and suggesting improvements to boost participation.
Multimedia Support
Collaborating with the Forecasting, Mobility and Planning Unit to conceptualize and produce short videos and multimedia content for internal communication.
Assisting in video editing, motion graphics, and visual storytelling aligned with IOM branding.
Ensuring accessibility and format compatibility across platforms (SharePoint, Viva Engage, etc.).
Requirements:
Required education level and area(s) of specialisation
Bachelor's degree (or final year of studies) in Graphic Design, Communication, Digital Media, Information Design, or a related field.
Training or coursework in visual communication, UX/UI design, or multimedia production is an asset.
Required experience
Experience in graphic design and layout of digital platforms and technical publications, including SharePoint or similar environments.
Proficiency in professional design software (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to create infographics, charts, and data visualizations aligned with branding guidelines.
Familiarity with corporate branding and accessibility standards for digital communication.
Experience with social media or internal communication channels (e.g., Viva Engage, Yammer) and basic video editing is an advantage.
Work Hours: 16 - 20 hours per week

Skills Required