ICT Intern (Graphic/Web Design Intern), Multiple positions

UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations. New York Service Cluster (NYSC) supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as other New York-based United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral partners in the delivery of UNOPS mandate in project management, infrastructure management, and procurement management

Sustainable Development Cluster (SDC) supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. It was formed by combining the following portfolios: Grants Management Services (GMS), UN Technology Support Services (UNTSS), Development and Special Initiatives Portfolio (DSIP) It provides Services to partners' programmes that are designed, structured, and managed with a global perspective and primarily serving partners that are headquartered in New York.  The SDC has a footprint of approximately 125 countries.

UNOPS has signed an agreement with the Group of 77 to implement the project activities for the G77 Group.

The Group of 77 Executive Secretariat facilitates the operationalization of the G-77  work with the UN and the Permanent Missions. Established by the First G-77 South Summit in Havana in 2000, it is designed to bolster South-South cooperation and to enable member states to systematically share their knowledge, experience, and intelligence amongst themselves in an effort to strengthen the negotiating capacity of the G-77.  In this context and under the general guidance and supervision of the Programme Coordinator of the Group of 77, the Intern will work close collaboration with the staff of the Group of 77, as well as with staff of other UN agencies and the Permanent Missions  and will assist in the designing of various internal/external materials (i.e. reports, posters, icons, etc.) for print and web.

The incumbent of this position will be a personnel of UNOPS under its full responsibility.

Under the supervision of Deputy Executive Secretary of the Group of 77, specific intern responsibilities include:

• Designing and building Websites, layouts and materials, and editing Web contents;

• Producing clear, concise and vivid materials that convey key messages to target audiences;

• Image management, including research and organization of the G77 photo library;

• Perform certain administrative tasks such as mailing materials produced;

• Perform other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the incumbent’s scope of services above. 

• Enrollment in a University Degree Programme in Graphic Design, Illustration, Visual Communication studies or a related field. 

• Applicants who have graduated from such studies within the recent three years will also be considered eligible for the position.

• Any prior work experience is not required. A portfolio of relevant work would be an asset.

• Good Web and graphic design knowledge.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and determination to meet deadlines.

• General interest in photography and basic photography skills. 

• Knowledge of PHP and MySQL is a plus.

• Knowledge of popular CMS systems, such as Drupal and Wordpress, is a plus.

• Good familiarity with Adobe CC suite DTP software i.e. Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, and InDesign, or similar design/authoring tools.

• Beginner/Intermediate knowledge of XHTML, HTML, CSS, Javascript.

• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills, i.e. MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher, MS Word and Excel.

• Basic understanding of front-end UI and HCI from a design perspective.

• Fluency in written and oral English is required.  

• Knowledge of a second  G77 working language is desirable.

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

Background Information - Sustainable Development Cluster 

Based in New York, the Sustainable Development Cluster (SDC) supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations.

The SDC’s services include grants management, development and special initiatives support, and technology support to the UN and UN agencies.

The SDC is part of the New York Service Cluster that supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as a broadening community of other New York-based United Nations organizations, bilateral and multilateral partners in the delivery of UNOPS mandate in project management, infrastructure management, and procurement management.