
United Nations Volunteers (UNV)
Graphic Design: Didactic material development [Infographics] (2 Positions), Somalia
- Organization: UNV – United Nations Volunteers
- Location: Somalia
- Closing Date: 2024-02-29
Details
Mission and objectives
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Somalia has been supporting the government’s efforts in effective implementation of the National Development Plan (NDP), which is aligned with the corporate Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In support of development plans outlined in the NDP, UNDP in collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders including government, multilateral agencies, private sector and civil society has been developing and implementing projects in its main thematic areas of Economic Growth and Employment, Democratic Governance, Rule of Law and Security, Human Development and Economics. These projects contribute towards achieving the overall national goal of socioeconomic transformation for poverty reduction, economic revival and societal transfer in a socially just and gender equitable manner.
Context
UNDP Somalia’ crisis response programmes have adopted an agile, proactive, and context responsive management approach, to enhance its area-based programming. This integrated agile approach requires collective and collaborative planning, analysis, implementation, monitoring and joint learning to enhance synergies, harmonize interventions, and where needed, adjust program modalities, partnerships, including internal systems, structures and processes, for better results. Multiple lessons are being documented in concept papers, blogs, guidance notes, etc., which will be transmitted in a more user-friendly visual format, to further enhance our shared learnin
Task type
Art and Design
Task description
We are looking for 2 excellent graphic designers to translate our concepts, learnings, blog articles into attractively designed infographics and visuals. In close collaboration with the crisis response and communications teams, they will : – Engage two teams at UNDP Somalia and learn about the ways in which graphic design can increase the visibility of successful interventions. – Read applicable written materials and discuss with focal point/ communications team; – Propose draft designs based on requirements and for feedback; – Develop the design according to agreed requirements.
Requirements
Required experience
Candidates should have professional experience in graphic design with previous experience in designing and creating web pages on SharePoint, and must have in-depth knowledge of graphic design applications, as well as good verbal and written communication skills. A degree in graphic design or related field is considered an asset.
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Other information
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
To apply for this job please visit app.unv.org.