Head of Editorial (P)

International Organization for Migration; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 150’000 - 200’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading international organization is seeking a Head of Editorial to spearhead the editorial team in Geneva. The ideal candidate will drive innovative strategies to enhance global visibility while ensuring effective collaboration across multiple offices. This role emphasizes leadership, empathy, and the ability to inspire a diverse team. It is crucial to bring a visionary outlook that aligns with the organization's mission. This is a fixed-term, P-4 contract with a commitment to professional growth and extension opportunities.

Aufgaben

• Lead and inspire an editorial team, enhancing IOM's global visibility.
• Formulate and implement innovative editorial strategies.
• Foster collaboration within various departments and offices.

Jobbeschreibung

Job Identification (Reference Number): 18246
Position Title: Head of Editorial
Duty Station City: Geneva
Duty Station Country: Switzerland
Grade: P-4
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 21 January 2026

Introduction

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 ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

First‑tier candidates

1. Internal candidates
2. External female candidates
3. Candidates from non‑represented member states:
   • Antigua and Barbuda
   • Bahamas
   • Barbados
   • Comoros
   • Congo (the)
   • Cook Islands
   • Dominica
   • Federated States of Micronesia
   • Grenada
   • Guinea-Bissau
   • Holy See
   • Iceland
   • Israel
   • Kiribati
   • Madagascar
   • Marshall Islands
   • Namibia
   • Nauru
   • Palau
   • Saint Kitts and Nevis
   • Saint Lucia
   • Samoa
   • Sao Tome and Principe
   • Seychelles
   • Solomon Islands
   • Suriname
   • Tonga
   • Tuvalu
   • Vanuatu

Context

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of Media and Communications and in close collaboration with the Department of Media and Communications colleagues in Geneva, different regional and global offices as well as different departments at HQ, the Head of Editorial will lead and inspire a diverse editorial team (news and social media), driving the formulation and implementation of innovative and strategic initiatives that elevate IOM’s global visibility. The role requires visionary leadership, empathetic team management, and the ability to foster collaboration across HQ, regional, global, and local offices.