Graphic Designer (retainer) , Multiple positions

The Communications Group (CG) provides communication support and services to UNOPS personnel and country and partnership offices around the world. CG develops communications strategies, policies, plans and channels based on communications needs and expectations; maintains and strengthens UNOPS corporate identity through official reporting to the Executive Board and other external communications, enabling accountability and transparency; communicates a clear direction and strategic focus, ensuring that the people of UNOPS understand and can demonstrate their contribution to the its success; and facilitates and encourages the sharing of information, knowledge and best practices, achieving dialogue throughout the organization.

This post is a home-based position; the designer will be working with the Communications Group, UNOPS Headquarters in Copenhagen.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Lead, Corporate Branding and Visual Design, the Graphic Designer will support the production and dissemination of graphics materials about UNOPS for external audiences.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

• Designing and laying out materials in lnDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Word, and  PowerPoint.
• Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to the supervisor.
• Working on layouts and artworks, pages ready for print.
• Producing clear, concise and vivid materials that convey key messages to target audiences.
• Create images that identify a product or convey a message.
• Develop graphics for product illustrations, logos, and websites.
• Select colors, images, text styles, and layout (following UNOPS brand manual).
• Amend the design based on feedback/recommendations from the supervisor. 
  
  

• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work well under tight deadlines and work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
• Demonstrated conscientious and efficiency in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstration of personal maturity.
• Excellent negotiation, networking and coordination skills
• Client orientation with a constructive approach to the resolution of problems and dedication to providing timely support.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision but also to function effectively as part of a team.

• Master's degree in graphic design, fine arts, visual communications or related area is required
• A Bachelor's degree in these fields with an additional experience of 2 years may be accepted in lieu of the Master's degree. 

• 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 supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.