Graphic Design, Animation and Social Media Expert

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is one of the UN's five regional commissions, whose mandate is to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa's development. Within its mandate, the Commission operates at both the regional and sub-regional levels, by working closely with other Pan-African institutions, intergovernmental organizations, international development partners, universities and research institutions, private sector and civil society organizations to catalyze the African development agenda and facilitate the economic transformation of the continent. As a regional arm of the UN and a key component of the African institutional landscape, ECA delivers its services through technical policy research, advisory services and capacity support to member States, and to national and regional institutions on the continent.

At the sub regional level, ECA has five Sub-Regional Offices (SROs), which serve as vital links between policy-oriented analytical work generated at the Commission’s headquarters in Addis Ababa, and policy making at the sub-regional level. One such SRO is the Sub-regional Office for Southern Africa (SRO-SA), which is based in Lusaka (Zambia), and covers eleven member States in the sub-region namely Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, eSwatini, Zambia and Zimbabwe. SRO-SA serves as the operational arm of the Commission in translating its mandate in the Southern Africa sub-region. The Office derives its mandate from that of ECA, and seeks to strengthen the capacity of member States, regional economic communities (RECs) and intergovernmental organizations (IGOs) to formulate evidence-based policies, programmes and plans in support of economic and social transformation in Southern Africa in areas such as macroeconomic policy; regional integration and trade; social development policy; industrialization; gender; governance; innovation and technology. The incumbent will support SRO-SA communication with graphic designs, social media management, animations and production of infographics leading to improved digital communications.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Communications Officer, the UN Volunteer will perform the following tasks:

• In consultation with the Communications Officer and substantive staff, design and generate infographics for studies and or publications of ECA SRO-SA using creative ideas to communicate complex/technical content, as requested whilst respecting relevant copyrights and trademarks provisions; • Provide Technical Assistance on graphic design, page formatting and layout of infographics of socio-economic impact analysis and economic reports; • Assist with SRO-SA Social Media management including creation of a Facebook page and Instagram/LinkedIn separate from the present ECA Facebook page and contribute to the running and improvement of the digital layout of the SRO-SA twitter page; • Assist with page design, layout and formatting of SRO-SA newsletters in Mailchimp or any other platform and transfer of all newsletters on the ECA website; • Update content on the SRO-SA web pages and assist with the updating of SRO-SA related content on the One UN website; • In consultation with the Communications Officer, support SRO-SA to facilitate virtual press conferences, media and communications events, develop internal and external communications networks and pitch stories to relevant platforms; • Design and propose the layout of an end of year printable newsletter with Op-eds, economic articles on SRO-SA work and support promotion of UNECA mandate products; • Support substantive sections, whenever requested by the Director, Assistant Information Officer, Knowledge Management Officer in the implementation/facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing activities and initiatives; • Support formatting and branding of power point presentations; • Perform any other task as required by UNECA.

• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Client Orientation • Commitment and Motivation • Commitment to Continuous Learning • Communication • Creativity • Ethics and Values • Integrity • Knowledge Sharing • Planning and Organizing •Respect for Diversity • Technological Awareness • Vision • Working in Teams

graphic design, layout, or other relevant programmes at the national and/or international level; experience with visual design, photoshop and video editing is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organizations; • Knowledge and experience in use of Adobe Creative Suite, digital marketing tools, web design software’s, InDesign, Illustrator, MailChimp, video recording programs; • Experience in web site and social media design, and proven experience in writing advocacy documents and in the production of communication materials and products; • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in UNECA, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Zambia is a landlocked, middle-income country with a population estimated at 18 million. It is a resource-rich country with sparsely populated land in the centre of Southern Africa. It shares its border with eight countries (Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe) that serve as an expanded market for its goods. Lusaka became the capital city of Zambia in May 1935. Lusaka’s central position in Zambia and its pleasant climate were two of the main reasons for its selection as the capital. It is a metropolis, which provides a home to about two and half million (3.3 M) inhabitants of different nationalities. It has grown to become the seat of the Government of the Republic of Zambia and as such all diplomatic missions, international organizations, industrial and commercial entities are based there. Its political, social, economic and cultural significance has also increased through the years.

Public transport is provided by private operators using minibuses and taxis. The bus routes are not mapped, and roads are often congested. Good modern housing for rent is available on the open market. The official language is English, which is widely spoken. The country is generally food secure, with sufficient local fresh fruits and vegetables available in the markets, as well as various dairy, poultry and meat products. There are several international schools using the Cambridge GCSE or IGCSE syllabi, from key stage one through to A levels. Health conditions are generally good, although malaria is endemic. Zambia is generally a safe place to live in, although not free of crime. Some prudence is required. For more info, visit: http://www.zambiatourism.com