Graphic Designer

Design key UNRCO and UNCT documents and materials

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Overview

Design key UNRCO and UNCT documents and materials

You have:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Design/Digital/Visual arts or related field is required.
  • At least 5 years proven experience in visual design, preferably with development agencies/UN is required.
  • Proven experience in designing attractive infographics using various data is required.
  • Proven work experience with international organizations is required.
  • Access to relevant equipment, software, and speedy Internet connection is required.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, or other graphic design software is required.
  • Skills in producing gif format interactive materials is desired.
  • Fluency in Tajik is required.
  • Knowledge of English and Russian is an advantage.

Contract

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Result of Service

  1. Design the UNRCO and UNCT materials, such as UNCT/UNRCO brochure, 2025 UN key campaign materials (International Year of Glaciers Preservation, UN’s 80th anniversary, International Women’s Day, Ambassador for a Day, Model UN and other as needed). 2. Produce the design of UN Annual Results Report infographics in three languages (Tajik, English, Russian), four-pager briefs in three languages, and social media cards on selected results (up to 15 social media cards of all formats).

Work Location

Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

Expected duration

5 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations in Tajikistan supports the Republic of Tajikistan to achieve its national priorities reflected in the National Development Strategy 2016-2030 aligned with SDGs. In 2023, the UN and the Government of Tajikistan launched a Joint Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for 2023-2026 (UNSDCF) to help the country in addressing its development needs. The UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC) leads the UN Country Team (UNCT) and ensures the UN’s coherent and coordinated support through the implementation of the UNSDCF 2023-2026. The UN Resident Coordinator Office (UNRCO) in Tajikistan supports the work of the UNRC to coordinate activities of the UNCT in its engagement with the Government, development partners and other stakeholders. The UNRC leads and strategically positions the UNCT in Tajikistan to respond to the current national priorities through the Cooperation Framework and across the humanitarian, development and peace nexus. The UNRCO includes capacities for strategic planning, economic analysis, partnerships and development finance, data management and results reporting, as well as communications and advocacy. The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) in Tajikistan seeks to engage a graphic designer consultant to design the key UNRCO documents and materials, including, but not limited to UNRCO and UNCT brochure, various 2025 campaign materials (International Year of Glaciers Preservation, UN80 and other), UN Annual Results Report 2024 and its infographics and four-pager briefs. The selected designer will be responsible for preparation of high-quality graphic design of the above-mentioned materials for internal and external communications channels (UNCT website, social media networks, publications,and other). The Consultant will work 35 days under the direct supervision of the UNRCO Programme Communications and Advocacy Analyst, and overall guidance of the Head of UNRCO. Duties and responsibilities: Design the UN RCO and UNCT brochure, 2025 UN key campaign materials (International Year of Glaciers Preservation – 10 materials/pages, UN’s 80th anniversary – 10 materials, International Women’s Day, Ambassador for a Day – 5 materials, Model UN – 2 materials); • Produce the design of the UN Annual Results Report (ARR) in three languages (up to 40 pages including photos and graphs); • Produce brief two-pager infographics of the report in three languages; • Produce social media cards for UN ARR (up to 15 cards).

Qualifications/special skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Design/Digital/Visual arts or related field is required. At least 5 years proven experience in visual design, preferably with development agencies/UN is required. Proven experience in designing attractive infographics using various data is required. Proven work experience with international organizations is required. Access to relevant equipment, software, and speedy Internet connection is required. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, or other graphic design software is required. Skills in producing gif format interactive materials is desired.

Languages

Fluency in Tajik is required. Knowledge of English and Russian is advantage.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Describe a project where you had to design materials for a diverse audience. We're exploring your ability to tailor design to different cultural contexts. Share specific examples that highlight your design choices and the audience's feedback.
How do you approach creating infographics using data? This assesses your ability to visually communicate complex information effectively. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give examples of how you've collaborated with teams on graphic design projects? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What factors do you consider when designing for social media? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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