Consultant Communication Officer
International Organization for Migration · Antananarivo
Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
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Project Context and Scope
Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (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.
According to the Notre Dame Global Adaptation Initiative (ND-GAIN) index, Madagascar is among the least prepared countries to deal with climate shocks, ranking 174th out of 181 countries. Deforestation is critical: it is estimated that 30% of forests have been lost since 2001, and the province of Toamasina alone accounts for 55% of national forest losses. The municipality of Andasibe presents a strategic paradox: as a global biodiversity centre home to the endemic Indri Indri and the Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Madagascar's leading ecotourism destination, it is facing accelerated deforestation linked to a strong dependence on wood energy.
This dynamic is compounded by the pronounced landlocked nature of many fokontany, some of which are hamlets, located up to 12 km from the communal capital, are only accessible on foot. Deprived of regular access to markets, basic services and employment opportunities, rural households are turning to charcoal and firewood as immediately accessible sources of income; internal migration flows to the park area are increasing this pressure.
In response to this challenge, IOM is implementing a pilot programme titled “Integrated Territorial Model of Andasibe: Clean Cooking, Reforestation, and Rural Roads” articulating the transition to clean cooking, ecological restoration and rural access planning. Aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 7 and 13, the National Clean Cooking Development Policy, the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and the National Strategy and Action Plan for Biodiversity (NBSAP), the project aims to constitute a model that can be replicated at the national level.
Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer in Madagascar and in close coordination with relevant units at IOM Madagascar, the Communication consultant will be responsible and accountable for developing and implementing communication, visibility and public information activities in support of IOM Madagascar’s project. The successful candidate will ensure effective dissemination of information on IOM’s interventions, strengthen the Organization’s visibility among key stakeholders, and support the production of communication materials, media engagement, digital content and advocacy initiatives.
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