Graphic Designer – Home-based

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Office/Unit/Project Description

UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP’s policy work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office levels, forms a contiguous spectrum of deep local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. In this context, UNDP invests in the Global Policy Network (GPN), a network of field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains and in support of the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in the Strategic Plan.

Within the GPN, the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) has the responsibility for developing all relevant policy and guidance to support the results of UNDP’s Strategic Plan. BPPS’s staff provides technical advice to Country Offices, advocates for UNDP corporate messages, represents UNDP at multi-stakeholder fora including public-private dialogues, government and civil society dialogues, and engages in UN inter-agency coordination in specific thematic areas.

On SDG Financing, UNDP’s Sustainable Finance Hub (SFH) draws on a critical mass of UNDP expertise, initiatives, and partnerships to support the SDGs and the implementation of UNDP’s Strategic Plan. The Hub is an integral part of both the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) and the Bureau of External Relations and Advocacy (BERA), as part of the GPN.

Being a part of the SDG Sustainable Finance Hub Team, the Graphic Designer will help to ensure a unified design language that supports effective communication of UNDP’s service offers on Sustainable Finance. The Graphic Designer will be responsible for conceptualizing and creating visual assets for the SFH, in close collaboration with the communications team.

Scope of Work

Under the overall supervision of the SFH Strategy and Knowledge Specialist, the Graphic Designer will be responsible for:

Creating a unified visual look for SFH products, aligned with UNDP’s corporate look and design templates that support effective communications around UNDP’s work on sustainable finance.
Designing knowledge products, PowerPoint presentations and communications materials.
Creating infographics and social media templates for SFH communications efforts, including various SFH teams.
Creating videos and animations for events, SFH website, social media and other required channels.
Contributing to the development of the new SFH website (under development) in collaboration with the communications team and the website development company.

The incumbent may also perform other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional Arrangement

The Graphic Designer will work under the direct supervision of the SFH Strategy and Knowledge Specialist and in close collaboration with the SFH Communications Team and other SFH colleagues and UNDP colleagues more broadly on specific efforts.

Competencies

Core
Achieve Results:	LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively:	LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously:	LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility:	LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination:	LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner:	LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion:	LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area	Name	Definition
Communications	Graphic design	Ability to communicate visually and create appealing UNDP graphic products
Communications	Multimedia production	Ability to create and combine images, text and audio-visuals to produce multimedia content
Communications	Video production	Ability to produce or oversee the production of high-quality video and audio products
Business Development	Knowledge Generation	Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need
Communication	UX design	Ability to create digital products that provide an engaging and relevant experience to users

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum academic education Advanced university degree (Master´s degree or equivalent) in graphic design or any other related qualifications including art and design is required. Or
A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the above areas, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Minimum years of relevant work experience

Up to 2 years (with Master’s degree) or minimum 2 years (with Bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in graphic design.

Required skills and competencies

Strong background in graphic design, including the use of design software such as Adobe Design Premium, Photoshop, In-Design, Illustrator, Aftereffect, Animate or similar.
Experience in video production is required.
Proven experience of graphic design production from start to a published product with knowledge of printing processes (offset and digital) and colour management.

Desired additional skills and competencies

Experience delivering designs for reports, communications and knowledge products respecting corporate guidelines.
Experience in updating content on Drupal-based websites is an added advantage.
Previous experience with the United Nations and especially UNDP is highly desirable with understanding of UNDP’s brand policy and guidelines.
Experience in designing newsletters in Mailchimp is desired.

Required language(s) (at working level)

Fluency in English is a requirement.

Travel

Cost of other travel, as deemed necessary by UNDP while performing the outlined functions, shall be at UNDP’s expense and in accordance with the applicable UNDP travel policy.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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