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Consultancy: Creative Producer, Division of Communication, New York, USA

  • Organization: UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund
  • Location:
  • Grade: Consultancy - International Consultant - Internationally recruited Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Communication and Public Information
    • Communication / External Relations
  • Closing Date: Closed

The Digital Strategy Section (DSS) within the Division of Communication comprises Web, Social Media and Multimedia teams working together to create compelling public-facing content and to provide digital services within the organization. Through multiple platforms and in multiple languages, DSS draws attention to the many facets of UNICEF’s work, encouraging public support, participation and action, as well as ensuring greater transparency and accountability.

Rationale and context of the assignment:
The Digital Strategy Section (DSS) within the Division of Communication comprises Web, Social Media and Multimedia teams working together to create compelling public-facing content and to provide digital services within the organization. Through multiple platforms and in multiple languages, DSS draws attention to the many facets of UNICEF’s work, encouraging public support, participation and action, as well as ensuring greater transparency and accountability.

DSS seeks to hire a consultant (Creative Producer) to work in the Social Media and Engagement Team, responsible for creating innovative communication materials, leading in graphic design, branding and ongoing user interface support for a number of digital and offline projects.

The consultant will lead in conceptualizing and developing the branding and graphic design of dedicated digital presences and other aspects of UNICEF’s social media platforms (including Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram, Pinterest, Snapchat, Tumblr and Linkedin), various materials (print, PowerPoint, proposals, guidance material) and other initiatives as requested. The consultant will drive the team’s design strategy for social media content and platforms. The consultant will also play a lead role in the coordination and project management of design products, working with third parties, vendors and partners, ensuring services are in line with UNICEF branding, Communication Guidelines, and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Work in close coordination Digital Strategy Section colleagues to provide support in building a strong Digital Strategy Section design capacity.
  • Work with Digital Community Manager, Digital editors and Voices of Youth colleagues to provide design guidance and support for UNICEF’s social media platforms (i.e. Voices of Youth, UNICEF’s global presence on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram, Tumblr, Pinterest, Snapchat and Linkedin) and respective campaigns.
  • Work with project managers and developers, provide design and branding support and implementation for the Section’s projects, including but not limited to: End Violence Against Children, Voices of Youth, State of the World’s Children, Climate Change, Fight Unfair, Act of Humanity, etc.
  • Develop a branding strategy for all social media projects and platforms, in line with the Section’s broader strategy.
  • Conceptualize and design infographics, factographs and quote graphics, to communicate key messages around specific topics.
  • Conceptualize and produce short animations and videos to share through digital platforms.
  • Support other team members in the preparation of interactive multimedia presentations (GoogleDocs Presentations, PowerPoint, Keynote, etc.)
  • Coordinate projects with third party design freelancers or companies when necessary.
  • Project manage thematic issues and campaigns with a strong visual component, and/or live events.
  • Lead in the design guidance of student partnerships, when relevant.
  • Provide technical site support and creation, as necessary, through use of various technologies as well as use of CSS, HTML, JavaScript, etc.
  • Lead redesign process of dated platforms, assuring UNICEF is represented in the best possible way
  • Coordinate translations of factographs and social media covers with language digital producers
  • Lead on the uploading of social media materials and training of Social Media and Engagement Team members on the digital asset management platform.

Duty Station:  On-site, UNICEF offices, NYHQ

Travel: Travel will take place under UNICEF guidelines

Name of Supervisor of Contract and timeframes for reviewing milestones and performance: Senior Adviser, Social Media and Engagement Team, Digital Strategy Section, with support from Digital Community Manager and Digital Engagement Specialist, Digital Strategy, DOC. Reviews conducted every 6 months and at the end of contract.

Performance indicators for evaluation of results: Standard UNICEF Performance Evaluations conducted every 6 months and at end of contract. Timely completion of tasks set by management.

Qualifications or specialized knowledge/ experience required:

  • 5+ years’ experience working in graphic design for an NGO, global company or publishing outlet.
  • Expert knowledge in graphic design and graphic design software, including but not limited to: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After effect, Final Cut Pro, Flash, Flex Builder, and the rest of the Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Advanced knowledge in concept and creation of specific graphic design assets, including infographics/factographs (for print and digital), data visualization, animation, and interactive presentations.
  • Knowledge of web development, including but not limited to: Mobile Design, Wiki Design, User Interface design and testing, Information Architecture, and Dreamweaver is a plus.
  • Knowledge of programming languages is a plus, including: HTML, HTML5 and main frameworks (bootstrap, boiler plate), CSS (1 to 3), Javascript and the main library, PHP, AJAX, XML, Javascript, PHP, and MySQL.
  • Knowledge of Wordpress and other Content Management Systems is a plus.
  • Strong comprehension of theory related to human interaction with websites, information architecture, usability, accessibility, UX and interactive design is a plus.
  • Strong comprehension of work, standards and practices of UN and other International Government/Humanitarian Organizations.
  • Strong comprehension of standards and best practices of social media platforms.
  • Ability to create lightweight web designs is a plus.
  • Provides advice on the best use of technologies with regard to design and interactive usability is a plus.
  • Self-motivated and results oriented.
  • Proven ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
  • Possesses strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
  • International professional experience is an asset.
  • Experience in working for the UN, UNICEF or with International NGOs or global organisations a plus.
  • Brings evidence of success in preparing successful branding products and marketing materials.
  • High command of English. Other official UN languages such as Spanish and French are a plus.
  • Bachelor Degree, ideally in graphic design, marketing or communication.

Payment Terms: Monthly submission of invoices paid in USD

UNICEF recourse in case of unsatisfactory performance: Payment will only be made for work satisfactorily completed and accepted by UNICEF.

This vacancy is now closed.
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