National Multimedia Expert, Long term Individual Contract on a need basis (for Tajik nationals only)

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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.

For every child,

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy, and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias, or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education, and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. Therefore, the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

Background:

In its efforts to achieve its strategic objectives UNICEF in Tajikistan together with partners has made significant achievements and learned different lessons that need documentation to show key children’s issues and ongoing responses through high-quality multimedia content: print packages, advocacy toolkits, photo packages, human interest stories, animation films and short films for various audiences. These high-quality content packages will be disseminated through different channels including website, social media networks, partner networks and donor reports.

There is also an ongoing requirement for designing of materials, recording, and editing footage and also creating multi-media materials for UNICEF, including for online platforms, to create evidence-based visibility material, to support UNICEF’s advocacy efforts with policy makers, media, donors and the public at large. To meet this requirement, UNICEF would like to invite capable individuals, who will provide below multimedia production services on regular basis:

1. Graphic designer
2. Proof-reader & editor for Tajik and Russian languages
3. Video-podcasters

How can you make a difference?

The overall objective of setting up the roster of consultants to facilitate and expedite the process by which UNICEF in Tajikistan will hire the services of multimedia consultants, who will be based in Dushanbe and outside Dushanbe to design, edit and package communication materials. Each consultant may apply to all services listed or indicate specific areas of expertise out of 3 lots mentioned above.

Those who meet specific requirements for the abovementioned areas, may apply accordingly.

Area of expertise

Expected deliverables

Graphic designer

High-quality designed products in variety of shapes and formats, with technical specifications ready for print:

• Materials for print (posters, banners, infographics, books, flyers etc.)
• Creative illustrations and artwork in variety of sizes, shapes and formats, optimized for use both for print relevant digital platforms

Proof-reader & editor for Tajik and Russian languages

High quality written materials for both print & digital platforms in pre-agreed languages:

• Edited written texts for various print and digital platforms into a more readable version for pre-selected target audiences, such as media, parents and young people

Video-podcaster

High quality video materials, adaptable for social media, with subtitles and in compliance with UNICEF ethical standards for multimedia production

• To develop of event-based landing pages, event pages
• To support with the technical maintenance of digital platforms

*Specific conditions:

• Consultants will be fully responsible for all supplies, equipment and expendable materials and agrees to provide, if requested, transmissions of rough multimedia materials, with complete information related to the assignment.
• For the individual consultancy it is expected that the suitable consultant would provide services and quote delivery of the services, based on the days spent. The scope of each engagement to be discussed before the vendor starts the assignment.
• UNICEF has first selection rights to all multimedia materials developed as part of the assignment with non-exclusive concomitant world rights in all media in perpetuity.
• All UNICEF standards and requirements will be met during the development of multimedia production.

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

1. Graphic Designer

• Expertise in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe illustrator, Corel Draw and other graphic design/illustrations software.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in graphic design. Previous working experience with UN and INGOs is an asset.
• Knowledge of Russian and/or Tajik is mandatory.
• Knowledge of English is an asset.

2. Proof-reader & editor for Tajik and Russian languages

• University degree in Journalism or another relevant field.
• At least 2 years of experience in editorial work, journalism, copy-writing.
• Knowledge of Russian and/or Tajik is mandatory.
• Knowledge of English is an asset.

3. Video-podcaster

• Expertise in Adobe Premiere and/or other video-editing software.
• Previous experience in development of video-podcast.
• Owned digital platform for video-podcasting (Youtube, Instagram, Facebook)
• Knowledge of Russian and/or Tajik is mandatory. Knowledge of English is an asset.
• Previous work with UN and or INGOs is an asset.

Each interested individual is requested to submit:

• A motivation letter;
• Most updated CV;
• Samples of previous work done (portfolio);
• List of equipment with brief technical specifications they intend to use as part of the consultancy.

UNICEF will set up an evaluation panel composed of technical staff, who will review each applicant and shortlisted candidates will be invited for further technical evaluations. Upon completion of evaluations, roster of candidates will be prepared and managed by Communication Department within UNICEF Tajikistan.

***Each consultant may apply to all services listed or indicate specific areas of expertise out of ten areas mentioned above.

Queries can be sent to dushanbe@unicef.org with the subject line “National Multimedia Expert, Long term individual contract on a need basis (for Tajik nationals only). Applications must be received in the system by 20/04/2022 on our website.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

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.

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.