Job Opening
Job Opening ID: 226609
Job Network : Public Information and Conference Management
Job Family : Public Information
Category and Level : General Service and Related Categories, G-5
Duty Station : VIENNA
Department/Office : United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime
Date Posted : Jan 24, 2024
Deadline : Feb 22, 2024

Org. Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Advocacy Section (AS), Public Affairs and Policy Support Branch (PAB), Division of Policy Analysis and Public Affairs (DPA), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Public Information Officer and overall guidance of Chief, Advocacy Section.

For more information on UNODC, please visit the website: www.unodc.org
Responsibilities
• Assist with the design and production of creative, engaging and high-quality graphic solutions, including visualization of data as identified by the responsible content creator – intended for various audiences – that support the whole spectrum of UNODC communications using tools including, but not limited to: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Canva and other graphic design applications. Produce motion graphics using tools including but not limited to: Canva, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects.
• Help manage, update, and further develop internal basic databases; update web site,; assist in web design, development and maintenance of Internet applications; generate a variety of standard and non-standard statistical and other reports from various databases. 
• Create web content using a Content Management System and edit implementations by using, among others, Adobe DreamWeaver, and programming languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
• Participate in full design processes and finalizing layouts for production and distribution across a variety of communication channels. This includes the creation of draft designs, typesetting and pre-press preparation among others. Follow up on all design and all produced materials to ensure it adheres to organizational branding and style guidelines, including accessibility guidelines.
• Ensure that photos, graphics, etc. are appropriate and conform to the United Nations standards for all materials.
• Maintain an awareness of trends and best practices in graphic design and communications.  
• 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 duties as assigned.
Competencies
• Professionalism: Is able to plan, execute and monitor public communication campaigns, e.g. campaign management, market research, message targeting, impact evaluation. Is able to research and analyze issues and topics related to current events. Is able to draft and compile a variety of written communication products in a clear, concise style. Is able to interact with the public to build and maintain effective business connections. Has knowledge of how to use social media to reach target audiences and demonstrable skills in graphic design (Canva). Has an understanding of the use of new technology for communications campaigns. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Has ability to perform analysis, modelling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. 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.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• 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.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Job – Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in public communication, and in the production of professional design work is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 3 for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher.

Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Content Management Systems are required.

Experience using HTML, JavaScript and PHP is desirable.

Experience preparing designs for social media platforms is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations official languages is an advantage.