National Consultant - Graphic Designer

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**OVERVIEW** ------------ Parent Sector : Education Sector (ED) Duty Station: Dhaka Classification of duty station: \[\[filter12\]\] Standard Duration of Assignement : \[\[filter13\]\] Job Family: Education Type of contract : Non Staff Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months Recruitment open to : External candidates Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 27/08/2023 UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism **OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST** ----------------------------------------- **1. Background** Adult learning and education have become even more tangible in a humanitarian context where education and skills development can provide a protective role and hope for the future. One of the most reported needs through discussions and consultations with Rohingya refugees is access to education and self-reliance activities. Sector-specific assessments produced by the Inter-Sector Coordination Group (ISCG) show that the number of livelihood and learning activities remains limited despite a strong desire for Rohingya refugees to resume education. Many adults, youth and adolescents in the camps lack basic literacy and numeracy skills due to the absence of formal education and lack of a mechanism to recognise and certify skills acquired by refugees, a significant impediment to livelihood training activities. Almost three-quarters of the refugee population reported never having had access to formalised education institutions as they are reported either to have only received informal education or have no education at all. Of those who received education in Myanmar prior to displacement, only 4% were enrolled in secondary education and just 1% in tertiary education. Predictably Rohingya women are even less likely to have received formal education gained in Myanmar. Pursuant to UNHCR registration figures as of February 2023, the group of refugees aged 18-59 represents 44% (425,917 refugees) of the overall refugee population in 33 camps in Cox’s Bazar, as well as on Bhasan Char. Among this age group, the majority (65%) have only pre-primary education (up to grade 4), 22% have no education at all, 3.25% have primary and 8.57% have secondary education. Literacy is a key component of adult learning and education, which allows a person to engage in lifelong learning and participate fully in the community, workplace and broader society. Literacy includes the ability to read and write, identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, and compute, using printed and written materials, as well as the ability to solve problems. The National Skills Development Framework for Rohingya Refugees and Host Communities opened space for building the capacity of refugees by developing skills which are portable, commensurate with livelihood opportunities in Rakhine State and in support of their voluntary return and sustainable reintegration in Myanmar. Volunteering services allow refugees to utilise skills gained within the camps by engaging with implementing partners’ activities or through the relevant sectors such as the education sector and livelihoods and skills development sector within the camps. To enable refugees’ better access to vocational skills training and utilisation of skills, (to those individuals who have no, or limited literacy and numeracy skills), UNHCR approached UNESCO for support in developing and implementing accelerated adult literacy learning programmes equivalent to the Myanmar Curriculum for the age group of 18-24 years which are linked to specific vocations in which refugees will be trained. Goals of the assignment ----------------------- **2. Purpose of the assignment** Under the overall authority and direction of the Officer-in-Charge and Education Programme Specialist, and under the leadership and guidance of the lead international consultant at the UNESCO Dhaka Office, the graphic designer will contribute to the graphic design, illustration and lay-out of the contextualized accelerated literacy materials for the integrated Adult Literacy Programme, teachers’ guidebooks, learning assessment materials and a case study report. Tasks ----- **3. Tasks** The graphic designer will carry out the following tasks on a remote work basis in Bangladesh with regular visits to the UNESCO Dhaka Office to discuss feedback and revision: 3.i Prepare the designed versions of a Basic literacy book (approximately 150 pages, full colour, 24.5cm x 17.5cm) and of a functional literacy book (approximately 140 pages, full colour, 24.5cm x 17.5cm). 3.ii Prepare the designed versions of two teachers’ guidebooks (approximately 140 pages, full colour, 24.5cm x 17.5cm). 3.iii Prepare the designed version of learning assessment guidelines and tools (approximately 70 pages, full colour, 24.5cm x 17.5cm). 3.iv Prepare the designed version of a case study report (approximately 50 pages, full colour, 24.5cm x 17.5cm). 3.v Ensure that above publications meet printing industry standards and specifications, coordinate with the printer to address any technical requirements for print production, such as bleed and trim marks, provide alternative images as required, consider contrast for text readability, and make materials screen/mobile reader-friendly. 3.vi Ensure gender equality and universal design in all publications. 3.vii Submit ready-to-print PDF files and a package of artwork (including fonts and graphic elements) for archiving and adapt designs for digital formats like eBooks or online publications. 3.viii Ensure that the design/layout is in compliance with UNESCO Logo Toolkit (), Visual Identity Guidelines () and Style Manual (). 3.ix Strictly treat the publication confidential and the rights of distribution will reside solely with UNESCO. Deliverables and Timelines -------------------------- **4. Deliverables and Timelines** The graphic designer will submit the following deliverables by the set deadlines: 4.1 Draft of the formatted and designed adult literacy teaching and learning materials (Ref: task 3.i., by 25 September 2023) 4.2 Draft of the formatted and designed teacher training modules (Ref: task 3.ii., by 25 September 2023) 4.3 Draft of the formatted and designed learning assessment guidelines and tools (Ref: 3.iii, by 15 October 2023) 4.4 Draft of the formatted and designed case study report (Ref: task 3.iv., by 15 December 2023) 4.5 Final ready-to-print PDF and InDesign files of literacy materials and training modules (Ref. 3.i, ii, iii, by 25 November 2023) 4.6 Final ready-to-print PDF and InDesign file of the case study, and a package of artwork (including fonts and graphic elements in jpg version) for archiving and adapt designs for digital formats like eBooks or online publications (Ref. 3.iv., by 20 December 2023). **COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial)** ------------------------------------ Accountability (C) Communication (C) Innovation (C) Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C) Planning and organizing (C) Results focus (C) Teamwork (C) Professionalism (C) **-** ----- For detailed information, please consult the [UNESCO Competency Framework](https://en.unesco.org/sites/default/files/competency_framework_e.pdf). **REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS** --------------------------- - Minimum five years of work experience in designing and illustrating teaching-learning materials - Excellent knowledge of English and Bangla - Excellent knowledge of graphic design software such as InDesign and Illustration - A Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field **DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS** ---------------------------- - Experience of working in Cox’s Bazar, particularly in Rohingya Refugee Camps - A master’s degree in graphic design or a related field - Good knowledge of Rohingya dialect and/or Burmese language - Good subject matter knowledge in adult literacy and materials development - Ability to design engaging, interactive and learner-centred instructional materials - Firm commitments to gender equality and inclusion, ensuring that learning materials suit learners of varying abilities and backgrounds **APPLICATION PROCESS** ----------------------- In place of the Employment History Form, please upload the following documents as **a single PDF document**: - A technical proposal consisting of the methodology and implementation approaches of the assignment and a detailed workplan. - A financial proposal indicating the amount in USD to be charged for the assignment following the template below: - Number of person-days Daily rate for the consultancy (US$) Total amount (US$) Remarks 40 (estimated) Please submit your documents in English. **SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS** ------------------------------------- Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the [UNESCO careers website.](https://careers.unesco.org/careersection/2/joblist.ftl) No modifications can be made to the application submitted. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. **Footer** ---------- UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of staff members shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity. UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. 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