Graphic Design Support for Visualizing Achievements

Support internal communication efforts and enhance staff engagement.

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Application deadline 2 months ago: Thursday 18 Jun 2026 at 00:00 UTC

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Overview

Support internal communication efforts and enhance staff engagement.

You have:

  • Applicants must have completed the final year of a Bachelor’s degree programme.
  • A background in communication, graphic design, or content creation is considered an asset.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Basic skills in visual content creation and formatting are required.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and adapt content for different audiences is required.

Contract

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The Human Resources Management Section (HRMS) of (organization) supports staff engagement and organizational effectiveness through clear and impactful internal communication. Strengthening internal communication channels is essential to ensure staff are informed, engaged, and aligned with organizational priorities. This assignment focuses on supporting the development and dissemination of internal communication materials, promoting HR initiatives, and enhancing engagement among staff members. The Online Volunteer will contribute to adapting global HR messages to the local context, maintaining branding consistency, and exploring innovative approaches to improve internal communication effectiveness.

We are looking for one (1) Online Volunteer who, under the guidance of the HR team and in close collaboration with the communication’s focal points, will support internal communication efforts. In particular, the Online Volunteer will: • Assist in the design and dissemination of internal communication materials such as announcements, digital flyers, and intranet content; • Support the promotion of HRMS-led events, training sessions, and campaigns; • Contribute to onboarding communication by introducing new staff members through internal channels; • Help adapt and distribute global HR messages for staff within (organization); • Ensure all communication outputs align with HRMS branding and design guidelines; • Monitor staff engagement with communication outputs and suggest improvements; • Conduct research and propose creative approaches to enhance internal communications; • Assist with content formatting, simple visual design, and basic media creation using available tools.

The Online Volunteer will gain exposure to HR communications strategies and contribute to improving staff engagement and information flow within the organization.

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: • have completed the final year of a Bachelor’s degree programme. A background in communication, graphic design, or content creation is considered an asset. While professional work experience is not required, applicants should have a field of study relevant to the assignment. Candidates should demonstrate: • Strong written and verbal communication skills; • Basic skills in visual content creation and formatting; • Creativity and interest in internal communications; • Ability to work collaboratively and adapt content for different audiences. Applicants must be able to provide proof of their academic status if selected.

Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. In line with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, applicants are invited to indicate if they identify as persons with disabilities and specify any reasonable accommodation required to support their participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Potential interview questions

How would you approach designing effective internal communication materials? To assess your understanding of effective communication strategies. Discuss specific strategies and tools you would utilize to enhance internal communication.
Can you give an example of a time you adapted content for different audiences? To gauge your flexibility and ability to tailor messages. Pro members can see the explanation.
What creative approaches would you suggest to improve internal communications? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you collaborated with others to achieve a goal. What was your role? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure branding consistency in communication materials? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What tools or software are you familiar with for creating visual content? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you measure the engagement of communication outputs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in internal communications within a diverse organization? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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