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Job Title: Communications Assistant (Graphic Designer)
Grade: SC5
Type of contract: Service Contract
Duration: 12 months
Duty Station: Islamabad, Pakistan
Link to Apply: ********************************************
This Vacancy Announcement is for Pakistan Nationals Only.
Note: This vacancy announcement will also be used to build a roster of prequalified applicants for future opportunities within same job profile at the current or lower level in Pakistan.
TERMS & CONDITIONSWFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, leave plus a medical insurance.
Important: All educational documents must be verified/attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Appointment will be subject to submission of HEC-verified degrees.
BACKGROUND & JOB PURPOSE
The job holder will be based in the Country Office in Islamabad, Pakistan and will report to the Communications Officer. The incumbent will support the Communications unit primarily and other units (VAM, Programme, Supply Chain, Admin, HR) as per the needs with graphic design and information management work to strengthen, improve and modernize the country office's visual appearance in knowledge products, reports, briefs, food commodity artwork, presentations, donor visibility and social media.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):
1. Support the Communications unit with day-to-day activities in information management and graphic design tasks as assigned by the supervisor. These typically include creating visually appealing reports, advocacy notes, infographics, briefs, power point presentations, social media posts, templates, design artwork.2. Function as in-house video editor for small documentaries and social media content.3. Contribute to the successful implementation of the Communication and Advocacy Strategy by ensuring high quality design of knowledge products and visually appealing internal and external communication.4. Develop infographics for the VAM, Programme, Partnerships and Supply Chain teams upon request.5. Liaise with provincial offices on donor visibility - support the development and approval process of visibility material for use in the field.6.Upgrade the design of briefs and advocacy notes in the already existing 'Briefing package' shared by the Country Director with partners and donors on a regular basis.7. Through graphic design and the use of high-quality visuals help to build the narrative of WFP as a natural partner for food, nutrition, logistics support for the government of Pakistan.8. Liaise with the Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping unit (VAM) on developing an interactive, visual map of WFP's operations.9. Perform any other tasks aligned with the role and expertise as assigned by the supervisor.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Education:
Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in Communications, International relations, Mass-media, Business Administration, Political Science or similar is required. Bachelor’s degree in communications, International relations, Mass-media, Business Administration, Political Science or similar is an advantage.
Experience:
A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working in graphic design with a solid portfolio of successful deliverables.
Knowledge & Skills:
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Experience with and knowledge of design works within the development sector is required. Previous WFP or UN work experience is an advantage.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong team player.
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Expert skills in the use of; Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, InDesign, Publisher, Canva, Wochit
Language:
Fluency in English (level C) and Urdu is required.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered, interested candidates are invited to apply via (https:********************************************). Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Job Details
United Nations Pakistan
Pakistan and the UN System have enjoyed a long period of collaboration which began when the country joined the United Nations on 30th September, 1947. During the years that followed, there was a steady increase in UN-sponsored development cooperation in Pakistan, and a steady increase in the number of UN agencies represented in the country. Throughout, Pakistan has been an active member of the UN, both at the inter-government level and as a provider of personnel to the international civil service. Pakistan has also been a consistent financial contributor to the UN development system.
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