Individual Contractor: LONG TERM AGREEMENT FOR DESIGNERS with UNICEF Lao PDR

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UNICEF is a UN organization mandated by the UN General Assembly to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. In Lao PDR, UNICEF is working with its partners to support the Government to realize children’s rights on survival, development, protection and participation.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

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Advertising Summary:

The overall objective to set up Long Term Agreement to facilitate and expedite the process by which UNICEF in Lao PDR will hire the services of web designers/ Graphic Designers/Animators to document UNICEF’s activities in the field to share with stake holders at national and global level and to use as an advocacy tool.

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UNICEF in Vientiane, Lao PDR is looking for an Individual Contractor: LONG TERM AGREEMENT FOR DESIGNERS. The assignment, under this Long-Term Arrangement, is expected to have a duration of 4 years. The initial LTA would be for 11.5 months (2021 – 2022) with an option for renewal for subsequent years subject to satisfactory performance evaluation and continuing need for the service. The service fee shall remain unchanged for the whole period of this assignment. The Individual Contractor is based in Lao PDR and outside Lao PDR (remote working modality).

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Conceptualize and produce layouts, designs, etc. and provide UNICEF with alternative proposals with three different concepts and designs for each item;
• Produce dynamic flash/HTML5, slide shows, animations, infographics, prezzie and Flash demos, web/graphic designs for websites, e-newsletters, power point presentations and other marketing channels. Custom designed for each project;
• Custom design each Flash presentation, animation after effects movie and motion graphics packages to effectively convey message and connect with the audience based on pre-defined advocacy priorities;
• Attend pre-production briefing on issues being covered and participate in preparatory research and production planning;
• Ensure implementation of the UNICEF brand and style guide (UNICEF style guide will be provided by the UNICEF Lao PDR Country Office).

Deliverables

CONCEPT, DESIGN AND ARTWORKS: Operational across all platforms.

• Brochures / Reports / Booklets (up to 40 pages);
• Booklets;
• Books / Reports (over 40 pages);
• Flyers: 1 single sheet;
• Leaflets;
• Folders + pocket(s);
• Information Kits;
• Posters;
• Flip charts;
• Calendars: wall and desk types;
• Letterheads;
• Envelopes;
• Invitation cards and envelopes;
• Stickers;
• Notepads;
• Wobblers / danglers;
• Backdrops;
• Tin plate posters;
• Sandwich boards;
• Buntings / Banners;
• Billboards / hoardings;
• Wall paintings;
• Newsletters/e-newsletters;
• Logos;
• T-shirts;
• Certificates;
• Illustrations / Paintings;
• Computer Graphics;
• Photo/Other exhibitions;
• Press Ad Campaigns / Public Service Announcements;
• Packages (for different info. Materials, e.g., video covers, etc.);
• Bags;
• Power Point / Flash Presentations;
• Multimedia Design: Web Graphics / Web pages / Web sites / Infographics;
• Posters/ standees/ backdrops;
• Emailer design;
• Flash/ HTML5 animations;
• Editorial, copy writing, translation and proofing reading.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Strong practical background in graphic design, including the knowledge of design software such as Adobe Creative Cloud and web design tool such as Dreamweaver and Flash;
• Basic understanding of web development (HTML5, Java script etc.) technologies and GIS is required;
• Show a clear and mature style of design with an understanding to implement in an official UN setting;
• Proven experience of graphic production from start to published/printed product with knowledge of printing processes (offset and digital) and color management;
• Good understanding of new and evolving technologies and digital platforms;
• Knowledge of standard software packages (MS Office–MS Access–MS Visio –Adobe Acrobat);
• Other skills: Working experience in a development or humanitarian environment is an added advantage.

Evaluation Method and Criteria

The selection for the LTA will be on the basis of technical evaluation & financial offer in the ratio of 70:30. The cumulative analysis method (weight combined score method) shall be used for this recruitment:

Technical Qualification (Max. 100 Points; Weight: 70 %)

1. Cover Letter – Explaining the motivation for applying and also explaining how the qualifications and skill-set of the candidate are suitable for this position (10 Min Marks/ 15 Max Marks).
2. Relevant educational qualifications of the candidate (15 Min/ 25 Max Marks).
3. Relevant work experience (25 Min/30 Max Marks).
4. Work Samples– This includes three previously designed documents and their accompanying briefs. (20Min/ 30 Max Marks).

Financial Proposal (Max. 100 Points; Weight: 30 %)

Lump-sum offer with the cost breakdown: Consultancy fee, travel costs (economy class), per-diem to cover lodging, meals, and any other cost related to the consultant's stay in Vientiane, including transportation inside the city and other costs. The travel (if involved) shall be based on the most direct and economy fare.

No financial information should be contained in the technical proposal.

The maximum number of points shall be allotted to the lowest Financial Proposal that is opened/evaluated and compared among those technically qualified candidates who have attained a minimum 70 points score in the technical evaluation. Other Financial Proposals will receive points in inverse proportion to the lowest price.

The applicants should provide medical insurance covering medical evacuation for the whole duration of the assignment -as part of the financial proposal submission.

The Contract shall be awarded to candidate obtaining the highest combined technical and financial scores, subject to the satisfactory result of the verification interview.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates are kindly requested to apply and upload the following documents to: http://www.unicef.org/careers opportunity/employ/

• Letter of Interest (cover letter);
• CV or Resume;
• Performance evaluation reports or references of similar consultancy assignments (if available);
• Financial proposal: All-inclusive lump-sum cost including travel and accommodation cost for this assignment as per work assignment.

For every Child, you demonstrate… For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.