Graphic Designer intern

Specific intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Designing and laying out materials in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, MS Word and PowerPoint
• Producing clear, concise and vivid materials that convey key messages to target audiences
• Image management, including research and organization of the UNOPS photo library
• To perform certain administrative tasks such as mailing materials produced by the Communications Unit
• Reporting to and performing other duties as required by the Brand & Design Lead
• Perform other related duties as required

The incumbent needs to demonstrate UN core values, in addition to the below competencies and skills:

• Very good knowledge of Adobe CC suite DTP software i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skill, i.e. MS PowerPoint, MS Publisher, MS Word and Excel
• Knowledge of a CMS system
• Basic understanding of Front-end UI and HCI from a design perspective
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and determination to meet deadlines
• General interest in photography and basic photography skills

Education

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.

Experience

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

Language

Fluency in English is required
Ability to speak French and Spanish is desired. 

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

 “UNOPS plays a critical role in providing management services for our life-saving, peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. I have seen many examples of how these activities help suffering people in troubled parts of the world.”
-Ban Ki-moon, United Nations Secretary-General

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.

By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.

UNOPS employs more than 6000 personnel and on behalf of its partners creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centres, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.