Graphic Arts Assistant

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the CBRN Risk Mitigation and Security Governance Unit of UNICRI, in Turin, Italy. The incumbent will be under the direct supervision of the Head of Unit and overall guidance of the Associate Public Information Officer. For more information on UNICRI, please visit the website: www.unicri.org. ResponsibilitiesWithin assigned authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following specific duties: · Assist with the layout and preparation of information materials and provide substantive assistance to the CBRN Unit in producing and delivering information communications’ products and services, i.e., with the production of publications, videos, newsletters and awareness raising campaigns; · Contribute to the graphic content for CBRN projects, e.g., brochures, presentational materials, and support the visual updating and expansion of the CBRN section on the UNICRI’ website. · In consultation with relevant staff, assist in planning the design, production and scheduling of graphic material; assist in providing technical support for the design, layout, and make-up of individual pages of various communications products, using relevant publishing tools. · Take photographs, videos and create graphics; ensure that all are appropriate and conform with UN standards for printed materials; determine specifications for size, material/paper, typesetting, layout, illustrations, colours, etc to be used and liaise with service providers. · Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. · Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. · Perform other work-related tasks. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Has knowledge of policies, processes and procedures related to communication, production and dissemination of public information. Has knowledge of standard industry production and printing processes, including desktop publishing, design and layout. Is able to research information from a variety of sources. Has ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Has ability to produce high-quality graphic material. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology. Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks \"outside the box\"; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of three years of work experience in graphic design (including web graphics) is required. The minimum years of relevant work experience is reduced to one for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Proven experience in advanced command over a full range of graphic design software, including Adobe Suite/CC such as Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, After Effects, HTML editors (Dreamweaver) etc is required. Professional experience with standard operating systems such as Windows, Mac OS, or similar is desirable. Experience with user interface design and usability, as well as main design principles (color, layout, and typography) is desirable. Experience with Content Management System concepts and applications, basic experience with CSS and HTML coding and Drupal is desirable. Experience in photo- and video- production is desirable. Previous relevant work experience within the United Nations System or similar large international organizations is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special NoticeThis position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. This position is funded from extra-budgetary resources and is limited to UNICRI. The initial appointment will be for a period of one year and any extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of funds. 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