UN Volunteer - Visual Communication and Data Storytelling

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is an organization that operates under the vision of equality as outlined in the Charter of the United Nations. Its mission focuses on eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between women and men. Established to promote gender equality and women's empowerment, UN Women works across various sectors including development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that women and girls are treated as equal partners and beneficiaries in all aspects of life. UN Women operates in multiple countries around the world, advocating for gender equality and women's rights, and has a significant presence in the Arab States region, where it aims to enhance the visibility and use of gender data to influence decision-making and drive action toward equality.

Job Overview:
The UN Volunteer position focuses on visual communication and data storytelling, specifically aimed at producing three evidence-based infographics by the end of 202

• These infographics will serve to transform analytical findings into accessible visual products that effectively communicate key messages regarding gender equality, women's leadership, and emerging issues in humanitarian and development contexts. The role requires collaboration with the Regional Data and Communications teams to ensure that the infographics adhere to UN Women’s regional branding and visual identity standards. The consultant will report to the Regional Programme Specialist on Evidence for Programming and will be responsible for the entire process from content development to final production of the infographics.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The UN Volunteer will be tasked with several key responsibilities, including:

• Content Development and Conceptualization: Reviewing UN Women’s regional reports and data products to identify priority themes for visualization, defining the visual narrative and main messages for each infographic, and developing storyboards or concept notes outlining proposed design approaches.
• Design and Production: Designing three infographics that visually convey evidence-based messages on gender equality and women’s empowerment, ensuring designs are clear and aligned with UN Women’s branding standards, producing versions suitable for both digital and print dissemination, and providing editable design files.
• Quality Assurance and Revisions: Incorporating feedback from UN Women, ensuring visual and data accuracy, verifying data sources, and finalizing high-quality outputs ready for public release and regional dissemination.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a strong background in visual communication and data storytelling, with a proven ability to create engaging and informative infographics. They should have experience in graphic design, familiarity with data visualization tools, and a solid understanding of gender issues. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Educational Background:
A degree in graphic design, visual communication, data visualization, or a related field is required. Candidates with additional qualifications or certifications in design software or data analysis will be preferred.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 2-3 years of relevant experience in graphic design or visual communication, particularly in creating infographics or similar visual products. Experience working with international organizations or in the field of gender equality and women's empowerment is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Cairo, Egypt, which is recognized as a family duty station with a range of services and good living conditions. The role is a full-time commitment, and candidates should be prepared to engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment. The UN Volunteer Conditions of Service provide comprehensive details regarding entitlements and benefits, which can be accessed through the provided links.