Media Liaison Officer

Iraq Media Liaison Officer Organization Seefar Posted 14 Sep 2026 Closing date 19 Sep 2026 Background Seefar is an international organisation that designs and delivers programmes addressing complex social challenges, including migration, livelihoods, protection and behavioural change. Its Strategic Communications work uses audience research, locally relevant messaging, digital engagement, media, community outreach and multimedia content to support programme objectives. Raising Awareness of the Dangers of Irregular Migration II (RADIM II) is a migration-focused project implemented by Seefar. The project operates across four governorates in Federal Iraq including Baghdad, Basra, Dhi Qar, and Al-Muthanna. RADIM II aims to reduce irregular migration by strengthening awareness, providing targeted support to at-risk youth, and connecting individuals to viable local alternatives. Communications activities include digital campaigns, multimedia production, events and the development of locally relevant content designed to reach priority audiences. To strengthen its in-country communications delivery, RADIM II is seeking a Media Liaison Officer to provide practical, field-based multimedia and event support across project activities. Purpose of the role The Media Liaison Officer will support the Strategic Communications team with multimedia production and delivery of project events, particularly where in-person coverage is required. The role will help address current gaps in photography and filming capacity and increase the amount of usable content captured directly from project activities. The duration of this consultancy is six (6) months, commencing on 1 October 2026 and ending on 31 March 2027 Key responsibilities Provide professional photography and video coverage of RADIM II activities, including Tammuz activities, roundtables, workshops and other relevant field events. Capture high-quality footage, interviews and supporting material that can supplement the content produced by the project’s Production Agency/partner and be used across project communications. Provide multimedia, logistical and on-site support for project activities, working under the direction of the Strategic Communications (SC) Lead. Provide practical event and multimedia support during activities, including preparing required materials, coordinating audiovisual requirements and supporting on-site delivery in the project’s operating locations (Baghdad, Dhi Qar, Muthanna, Basra, and Ninewa). Support the documentation of other relevant Seefar activities in Iraq where appropriate and where this aligns with the role’s multimedia and events remit. Organise, label and securely share raw and edited multimedia assets with the Comms team following each activity. Provide editing of photography/video content where required. Undertake other related multimedia, communications and event-support tasks as required by the project, in coordination with the SC Lead. Reporting and coordination The role