COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST - BRAND AND DESIGN - RETAINER

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 Portfolio Office (NYPO) 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 United Nations Office for Counter Terrorism (UNOCT) to implement the project activities for the Global Programme on Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE).
This is a position in UNOPS for supporting projects carried out for or in the United Nations Office of Counter Terrorism (UNOCT).
The position supports the work of the UNOCT/UNCCT Global Programme on Preventing/Countering Violent Extremism (PCVE).
The incumbent of this position will be a personnel of UNOPS under its full responsibility.
Functional Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Communications Specialist - Br...
Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Communications Specialist - Brand and DesignCommunications Specialist - Brand and Designwill deliver in the following areas.
Corporate branding and design Prepare Global Programme on PCVE templates Development of capacity building products Co-lead the creation of capacity building products with technical specialists, such as toolkits and training materials Development of research and evaluation deliverables Design of research papers Design of evaluation reports and evaluation snapshots Development of promotional materials Design of Global Programme on PCVE brochures, videos and social media materials Design of event and conference materials such as slide decks and banners The Communications Specialist - Brand and Design will ensure alignment to UNOCT and UN branding  guidelines, work closely with staff and consultants working under the Global Programme on PCVE and liaise with the UNOCT Communications Unit as needed.
Monitoring and Progress Controls Outputs are delivered on time; their quality and impact are considered satisfactory by the Project Manager Engagement is professional, team oriented and positive Demonstrates the core values of the UN (Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity) and the core competencies described below in the discharge of their duties.
Education/Experience/Language requirements *FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY  Education ...
*FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY  Education  Master’s degree preferably in communications, graphic design, film making, art direction or another relevant field relevant field, or Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic design, film making, art direction or another relevant field along with two (2) additional years of relevant work experience.
Technical/Professional Diploma preferably in graphic design, communication, film making, art direction or related field along with nine (9) additional years of relevant work experience.
Work Experience Minimum of five (05) years of experience in developing communications products is required.
Experience producing a diverse range of communications products including brochures, reports, slide decks, banners and video is required.
Experience in data visualisation is required.
Advance proficiency of design software such as InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop is required.
Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders to produce high quality visual communications is required.
Editing skills on software such as Adobe Premier Pro, Final Pro Cut, and Vimeo is desirable.
Language requirements Fluency in English (write, read, talk) is required.
Competencies Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization.
Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.
(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same.
Upholds organizational and ethical norms.
Maintains high standards of trustworthiness.
Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit.
Collaborates and supports the development of others.
For people managers only.
Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first.
Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal.
Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas.
Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them.
Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment.
Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements.
Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior.
Performance is consistent, even under pressure.
Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions.
Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks.
Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.
Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others.
Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge.
Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Contract type, level and duration Contract type.
International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA) Retainer mod...
Contract type.
International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA) Retainer modality Contract level.
LICA-10 Contract duration.
Ongoing ICA - Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
Until 31 December .
The contract for this position will end on 31 December , with termination upon its conclusion.
Depending on the availability of funds and satisfactory performance, any need for services beyond this initial period will be communicated to the incumbent accordingly.
Duty station.
Home based A retainer contract is issued for a period of time during which the services of the individual contractor are required intermittently.
The individual contractor agreement on retainer basis will specify a “unit price” per day worked.
For budgetary purposes, a monetary cap will be determined when the contract is awarded and issued.
Please note that the retainer contract will not provide for a minimum, and payment will be made only after completion of work For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link.
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spx   Additional Information Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applic...
Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.
UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply.
These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.
If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions  For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
For more information on a retainer contract here.
All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks.
In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel.
Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.