Strategic Communications and Visual Storytelling Support
Support graphic design for communication and visibility efforts.
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Overview
Support graphic design for communication and visibility efforts.
You have:
- At least 2 years of professional experience in graphic design.
- Strong portfolio of previous work in graphic design.
- Solid proficiency in graphic design applications.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Degree in graphic design or a related field is an asset.
- Experience working with development agencies or international organizations is also an asset.
Contract
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UNCDF is strengthening its communication and visibility across priority programmes in West and Central Africa and beyond. High-quality visual content is critical to engage donors, partners, and stakeholders.
This assignment contributes to improving how UNCDF communicates impact, mobilizes partnerships, and showcases results through clear, consistent and professional visual materials. The volunteer will work closely with the communications team and contribute to ongoing campaigns, publications, and events.
We are looking for 2 Online Volunteers who under the guidance of the Regional Communications Specialist and in close collaboration with the communications team will support us by producing a series of graphic designs for the West and Central African Regional Portfolio. In particular, the Online Volunteers are asked to:
Design social media and branded assets, including infographics, knowledge products, brochures, and presentations (approximately 20 pieces; 1–4 pages for materials and up to 20 slides for presentations)
The design/layout should follow our UNCDF corporate design guidelines which will be shared with the Online Volunteers in advance.
The Online Volunteers will have the opportunity to build connections with the Strategic Communications team at United Nations Capital Development Fund (HQ and regional team) and learn how graphic design supports strategic communication, donor engagement, and the translation of development finance concepts into clear and impactful visual content.
Candidates should have at least 2 years of professional experience in graphic design, including experience in designing document layouts and a strong portfolio of previous work. They should demonstrate solid proficiency in graphic design applications and possess good written and verbal communication skills.
A degree in graphic design or a related field is an asset. Experience working with development agencies or international organizations is also an asset.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a graphic design project you have worked on? | The interviewer wants to understand your practical experience in graphic design. | Provide details about a specific project, your role, and the outcome. |
| How do you ensure your designs align with corporate branding guidelines? | This assesses your ability to adhere to branding standards. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What design software are you most proficient in and why? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an example of how you've communicated complex information visually? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated with design trends and technologies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to meet a tight deadline for a design project. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to work in graphic design for development organizations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you prioritize multiple design tasks with overlapping deadlines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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