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OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

UNESCO Dhaka is looking for a creative and dynamic Junior Consultant for Visual Storytelling to support its Communications and Public Engagement (CPE) team. The consultant will work under the Head of CPE, creating engaging visual content for social media, websites, publications, and campaigns. With expertise in graphic design, animation, photography, audiovisual production, and creative communication, the consultant will assist promote UNESCO’s mission in Bangladesh across education, culture, communication, and science. The role involves close collaboration with program teams to produce infographics, presentations, and promotional materials that effectively communicate UNESCO Dhaka's initiatives.

Junior Consultant- Visual Storytelling

Parent Sector : [[Division for Communications and Public Engagement (CPE)]]

Duty Station: [[Dhaka]]

Job Family: [[External Relations]]

Type of contract : [[Non Staff]]

Duration of contract : [[6 Months (with the possibility of extension)]]

Salary : [[BDT 40000 (per month)]]

Recruitment open to : [[Internal and external candidates]]

Application Deadline (Midnight Duty Station Time) : [[3/04/2025]]

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

DUITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist to create engaging visual stories for social media, website, and other digital platforms. These include designing graphics, illustrations, images, videos, animations, infographics, presentations, photo stories, motion graphics, case studies and more, ensuring they align with UNESCO’s messages and brand identity.
2. Assist in designing various publications and promotional materials, such as Biennium Reports, project briefs, fact sheets, posters, coffee table books, brochures etc. with original and creative designs.
3. Assist in organizing and streaming podcast
4. Provide basic photography and video production support for social media and website content.
5. Perform other duties within the scope of CPE as assigned by the supervisor as needed for organizational requirements.

   COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C)Communication (C)Innovation (C)Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)Planning and organizing (C)Results focus (C)Teamwork (C)Professionalism (C)

   - For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

   1. Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Arts, Multimedia Arts, or a related field.
   2. 2 years of professional experience including some graphic design or visual storytelling, with a strong portfolio showing diverse work (e.g., print design, graphics, photo stories, motion graphics, animation, digital/UI, video).
   3. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects) and experience with animation software.
   4. Basic skills in photography, filming, and video editing.
   5. Creativity and ability to turn complex information into visually compelling graphics and animations.
   6. Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
   7. Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.
   8. Willingness to collaborate and learn with multidisciplinary teams.

      APPLICATION PROCESS

      Please submit your completed application, including a Cover Letter, Resume, and Portfolio, to recruitment.dhaka@unesco.org by 3 April 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.

      SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

      Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the UNESCO careers website. No modifications can be made to the application submitted.

      The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as an interview.

      UNESCO uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.

      Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided.

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