Graphic Design Assistant (two posts), Geneva

• Organization: UNCTAD - United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
• Country: Switzerland
• City: Geneva, Switzerland
• Office: UNCTAD - United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in Geneva
• Grade: G-5
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Closing date: Thursday, 11 January 2018

Posting Title: GRAPHIC DESIGN ASSISTANT (2 posts), G5
Job Code Title: GRAPHIC DESIGN ASSISTANT
Department/ Office: United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Duty Station: GENEVA
Posting Period: 13 December 2017-11 January 2018
Job Opening number: 17-PUB-UNCTAD-89482-R-GENEVA (R)
Staffing Exercise ID: N/A
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. All staff in the General Service and related categories shall be recruited in the country or within commuting distance of each office, irrespective of their nationality and of the length of time they may have been in the country. A staff member subject to local recruitment shall not be eligible for the allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment.
Extension of the appointment is subject to the availability of the funds.
Passing the United Nations Administrative Assessment Support Test (ASAT) at Headquarters, ECA, ESCWA, UNOG, UNOV, ICTR, ICTY or the Global General Services Test (GGST) is a prerequisite for recruitment consideration in the General Service category in the United Nations Secretariat.
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This post is located in the Documents Management Section (DMS), Intergovernmental Support Service, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Under the supervision of the Chief of DMS, the incumbent performs the following tasks: Responsibilities

• Design print and electronic products for publications, conferences and public information campaigns (e.g. logos, brand identities, books, posters, booklets, brochures, banners, e-publications, web and social media graphics, infographics and pictograms) in the six official languages of the Organization, using currently available IT hardware (PCs, printers, scanners) and professional software such as InDesign CC, Photoshop CC, Illustrator CC and Acrobat CC.
• Analyse the technical specifications given in the job folder or in explicit oral instructions from the supervisor or client, and, in addition to aesthetic considerations, convey the client's message in an appropriate manner.
• Apply graphic arts communication and production methods as required by the assignment, displaying excellent knowledge of production processes.
• Use information provided by the client, create infographics and pictograms to help communicate complex information in a simple manner.
• Provide the client with a visually pleasing model/proof.
• Plan and organize the work, oversee execution of the plans and modify them if necessary. Work independently and at times under pressure.
• Convert and import, using computer applications, all elements (text, images and tables) in electronic or other formats (EPS, TIFF, GIF, JPEG, Word, Excel, Acrobat) that need to be incorporated in the layout.
• Find photographs and illustrations, in the image library or online, that will help to formulate and communicate the client's objectives.
• Ensure proper colour management when handling text or logos and when calibrating standard or digitized images, taking due account of the medium (paper, interactive PDF), printing method (offset or digital) and paper (matt or coated) to be used.
• Layout of publications and other materials.
• Format parliamentary documents in Word, as required, and performed other related duties, as requested by Chief, DMS.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of graphic design; demonstrated ability to develop creative solutions and produce high quality graphic materials for various print and electronic projects (e.g. logos, brand identities, books, posters, booklets, brochures, banners, epublications, web and social media graphics, etc.). Knowledge of typography, layout, photography and color theory. Excellent knowledge of software such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of graphic design and/or graphic art; 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; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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. Specialized training in Graphic Arts is desirable.
Work Experience
At least five (5) years of experience in the area of graphic design is required, of which preferably at least 6 months within the United Nations System. Experience in preparing publications at an international level is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English or French (both oral and written) and knowledge of the other language is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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