Mission and objectivesThe United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is committed to helping Uzbekistan build a modern, prosperous, democratic society, based on responsive government systems, people prepared for future challenges and opportunities, and an inclusive green economy. UNDP first became active in Uzbekistan in 1993, and has over subsequent decades implemented hundreds of projects alongside the national government, business, civil society and academic. We are proud to be both Uzbekistanโs primary development partner and a leading member of the UN Family. Through the continued trust of the Government of Uzbekistan, close collaboration with our fellow UN agencies and the support of national and international donors, UNDP has helped build Uzbekistanโs market economy, modernize its government, and improve the lives of its most vulnerable citizens. In addition, UNDP has helped Uzbekistan tackle some of the most prominent ecological and environmental challenges it has faced over past years. The directions of UNDPโs work in Uzbekistan reflect the current UN Country Programme Document (CPD) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) for 2021-2025. They also align with the national Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the 2030 Agenda, and Uzbekistanโs Development Strategy for 2017-2021. Throughout 2020 UNDP helped address the national health and socio-economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and is continuing to actively assist in Uzbekistanโs inclusive, green recovery.
ContextThe Tech Volunteers for Resilience (Tech4R) programme, jointly led by the United Nations Development Programmeโs Istanbul International Centre for Private Sector in Development (UNDP ICPSD) and the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme, mobilizes skilled digital volunteers to co-create open-source tools that strengthen resilience, inclusion, and sustainable development. In collaboration with UNDP Uzbekistan under the GEF Small Grants Programme (SGP), Tech4R is supporting the Chip-Mahalla 2025 initiative by developing a Digital Platform for Animal Identification and Management in Uzbekistan. The project aims to create an open-source platform that enables the registration, identification, and management of domestic and shelter animals through integrated digital systems. The tool will improve coordination among veterinary institutions, shelters, and municipalities while promoting transparent, humane, and data-driven animal welfare management. The UI/UX & Visualization Volunteers will focus on designing a simple, accessible, and user-friendly interface for the digital platform. They will also create visualization elements that allow users to easily interpret data, such as animal registration trends, vaccination status, and other key indicators. Their contribution will ensure that the platform is intuitive, inclusive, and visually engaging for all user groups.
Task DescriptionThe Volunteer, together with the team will: โข Design user-friendly, accessible layouts for the digital platformโs interface. โข Create clear navigation flows and intuitive user experiences for different user roles (e.g., veterinarians, shelter staff, administrators). โข Develop visual mockups and prototypes for testing and feedback. โข Support the creation of dashboards and visual data displays for reporting purposes. โข Ensure the design meets universal accessibility and usability standards. โข Collaborate closely with the software development and database teams to ensure alignment between visual design and functionality. โข Prepare basic design documentation for future replication or scaling. This is an unpaid volunteer assignment.
Competencies and valuesโข Accountability โข Adaptability and flexibility โข Creativity โข Judgement and decision-making โข Planning and organising โข Professionalism โข Self-management
Living conditions and remarksThis is a volunteer assignment, not an employment. By sharing your time, energy, and talents, you can support communities in need and become part of something greater than yourself โ a global movement for peace, development and humanitarian aid. Volunteering strengthens trust, solidarity, and reciprocity among citizens, and it can promote a sense of belonging and purpose. This is an unpaid volunteer assignment. UN Volunteer entitlement for this assignment: โข Private insurance for the duration of the assignment: Health, dental, life and dismemberment (coverage by CIGNA) Other benefits include: - International collaboration and mentorship - Skills development in real world, UN-driven projects - Certificate of Service and exposure to international work - Notes: This UN Volunteer assignment will be supporting the Tech4R programme. The Tech Volunteers for Resilience (Tech4R) programme mobilizes skilled digital volunteers to co-create open-source solutions that strengthen disaster resilience. UN Volunteers for this particular assignment are governed by the particular conditions set out in their offers and contracts.