Result of Service

The consultant will develop and produce digital communications content, including branding and visual assets, infographics, quote cards, videos and other social media content as required for the MINURSO new Communications Strategy, with the following objectives: (a) demonstrate the tangible impact of MINURSO’s components through compelling storytelling, featuring the voices of peacemakers and peacekeepers; (b) increase understanding of the roles, responsibilities and capacities of MINURSO to help manage expectations; (c) promote progress in strengthening the effectiveness of peacekeeping under the Action for Peacekeeping initiative.

Work Location

Remote

Expected duration

90 days

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) is shifting to a new digital approach in its Strategic Communications in order to communicate internally and externally on the activities and work of the Mission.
The Consultant will support graphic content production in support of implementing MINURSO Communications Strategy for 2023/24 and will work under the guidance of the Public Information Officer of MINURSO.
All work will be delivered through electronic submission to the Public Information Officer of MINURSO. She/he will focus on the following areas of work:
• Supports the implementation of digital content and initiatives on behalf of MINURSO, including producing digital assets, graphics and videos, monitoring and reporting on progress, taking appropriate follow-up action, and analyzing outcomes.
• Produces two digital product (Video, Animation, Infograph, or visual) per week.
• Develops a template for an internal newsletter “Acacia,” and oversees design of its issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/special skills

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
At least 3 years’ international experience in communications, public information/or advocacy, arts or graphic design
Strong, demonstrated digital-visual production and graphic design skills.
Strong, demonstrated creativity.
Good knowledge of the UN, peace operations, and gender-related issues.
The Consultant will provide her/his own equipment which should include a laptop computer, design software(s) and a smartphone.

Languages

The working languages of the UN are English and French. For this position, fluency in English (spoken, read and written) is required. Knowledge of another UN official language (Arabic, French, or Spanish) is an advantage.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.