Graphic Design Assistant

VACANCY NOTICE

Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Graphic Design Assistant

Vacancy Number: VN/IOMSO/0010/2024

Duty Station: Mogadishu, Somalia

Classification: General Service Category, Grade G4

Type of Appointment: One Year Fixed-Term

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 20 August 2023

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Internal candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Context

Since 2006, IOM Somalia has been implementing a range of humanitarian and development projects in all regions of Somalia. With more than 7 million people requiring humanitarian assistance in 2023, evolving mixed migration flows in and out of Somalia, increasing access and donor interest in Somalia, programmatic scope for IOM is growing rapidly. In this context, IOM Somalia is implementing a multitude of projects and is expanding its sectoral portfolio. IOM Somalia is therefore seeking an incumbent to support graphic design efforts.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the direct supervision of the Media and Communications Officer, and in coordination with Senior Communications Assistants, the Graphic Design Assistant will support the public and internal communications of IOM Somalia through assisting in the development and designing of key information and visibility products.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Use IOM branding to produce digital and print information and communications materials such as situation reports, social media content, presentations, research reports, story and photo books, information sheets, email bulletins, banners, leaflets, field visibility items and publications such as brochures.
2. Follow IOM brand guidelines when producing digital and print documents.
3. Support development, improvement and/or editing of artwork, photographs, charts, and other graphic elements for use in IOM Somalia’s digital and print products.
4. Support design and implementation of field visibility and donor related documents while following donor and partner visibility requirements.
5. Support in design of data visualizations and infographics.
6. Support in updating IOM Somalia’s Visibility and Communication folders so all created products are accessible to relevant colleagues.
7. Support with the translation of text from English to Somali for communication materials targeting communities.
8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Education

• Bachelor´s Degree in Graphic Design or other related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
• High School Degree in above fields from an accredited academic institution with four years of related professional experience

Experience

• Minimum two years of professional experience in graphic design.

• Usage of Adobe Creative Suite programmes, particularly in Design, Photoshop and Illustrator mandatory.

• Experience in photography and videography, both shooting and editing an advantage.

• Experience working with international agencies like the UN is an advantage.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.

• Excellent graphic design skills.

• Creative thinker and with a good eye for design.

• High level of professionalism and ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines in a complex and fast changing environment.

• Demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity.

Languages

Fluency in English and Somali is required.

Required Competencies
Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• Integrity and transparency: Maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.

• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.

Core Competencies – behavioral indicators level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.

• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered. In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.

If you are interested, please submit your CV and Cover Letter via email with the subject of position title and VN number to [email protected] before the closing date. No Fees: IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training, or other fee).

N.B: When you are applying for this position make sure to attach your portfolio.