National Consultant (Individual Contract) - Support to design and layout materials for UNICEF Maldives

Purpose of assignment

Background

UNCEF Maldives Country Office entered into a new Programme of Cooperation (2016-2020) with the Government of Maldives. As its contribution to the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) 2016-2020, the overall goal of the new Country Programme is to support the Government of Maldives to reduce inequalities and disparities and achieve progressive realization of the rights of all children, especially the most vulnerable. In line with the UNICEF Strategic Plan 2014–2017, the programme will leverage the organization’s convening role to build partnerships with key social sectors and partners at all levels. The programme design adopts an evidence-based, policy advocacy and institutional strengthening approach in addressing the barriers that affect the most disadvantaged.

To translate this commitment to child rights and equity into resources and action for children, UNICEF Maldives Country Office (MCO) through the implementation of the Country Programme Document (CPD) with the Rolling Work Plan 2016 - 2017, has assisted the government to develop equity profiles on major three areas and a chapter on children using census 2014 data.

For further support UNICEF MCO intends to develop and disseminate these products as printed profiles/reports. In order to achieve this result, UNICEF MCO is seeking a qualified consultanct to support the design, and layout of the materials.

What is the basic project objective to which the consultancy is related

The overall goal of this consultancy is to provide technical support to UNICEF Maldives MCO in designing and layout of profiles and a document.

Duty station

Male’, Maldives –

Home-based with regular update meetings

Major tasks to be accomplished

Estimated duration of contract and deadline for submission of end-product

Duration: 15 days

Official travel involved

N/A

Qualifications or specialized knowledge and/or experience required:

1. Specializing in graphic design and layouting with proven experience (at least 3 years) of graphic production from start to published/printed product
2. Proven expertise and experience in strong theoretical and practical background in graphic design, including the use of cutting edge design software. Show a clear and mature style of design. Good understanding of new and evolving technologies and digital platforms
3. Have the ability to work under pressure, open to input/scrutiny and respect for tight deadlines
4. Experience working with UN agencies and International Organizations (UNICEF publications and branding guidelines) is desirable.