Graphic Design Assistant

The Graphic Design Assistant supports the design and production of graphic materials for UN-sponsored activities, including conferences and campaigns. The role involves conceptualizing design proposals, producing infographics and data visualizations, coordinating project production, and assisting with data presentations and updating information materials.

Responsibilities

• Participates in initial meetings with clients to discuss potential design projects including content, communication objectives, media, design options, technical specifications, costs, and schedules.
• Independently undertakes design assignments for a variety of UN-sponsored activities such as major conferences, observances, events, and campaigns.
• Conceptualizes and develops design proposals for review by clients, including photographic, illustrative or abstract graphic solutions.
• Designs and produces infographics and data visualizations to communicate complex information clearly and engagingly.
• Prepares all approved designs in electronic format for final review and printing; reviews color and print proofs as required.
• Provides guidance and support throughout the project production process; coordinates and follows-up with clients and other relevant parties to ensure projects are on schedule.
• Assists with the collection and analysis of data and preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
• Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
• Performs other related work as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A diploma in graphic design or a related field from a recognized college is desirable.
• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive experience in publications production, including desktop publishing, graphic design and layout, or related area is required.
• The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five (5) years for candidates who possess a first level university degree or higher.
• Proficiency in professional graphic design and publishing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud) is required.
• One year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
• English is required at UN Level II for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
• French is desirable at UN Level I for reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Skills

• Graphic Design
• Publication Production
• Desktop Publishing
• Layout Design
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Infographic Design
• Data Visualization
• Project Coordination
• Data Presentation
• Information Materials Updating

Languages

English, French