Online Volunteer for Graphic Editing and Layout

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve the vulnerable. The organization operates in over 150 countries and has a workforce of more than 7,000 employees. WHO's key objectives include ensuring universal health coverage, addressing health emergencies, and promoting healthier populations. In Mauritania, WHO is dedicated to supporting the national health system and improving access to healthcare products and services, particularly in response to humanitarian and health crises.

Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position is designed to support WHO Mauritania and the Ministry of Health in enhancing the dissemination and visibility of a significant public health document. This document, approximately 273 pages long, is a national strategic document developed with technical support from WHO and local stakeholders. The role involves final graphic editing and layout harmonization of the document according to the Government of Mauritania’s corporate design and visual identity guidelines. The volunteer will focus on improving the document's visual presentation, consistency, formatting, readability, and overall professional appearance while maintaining the technical content. This assignment is crucial for facilitating ownership of the document by government institutions, technical and financial partners, civil society, and the public. The volunteer will collaborate closely with WHO Mauritania colleagues, gaining exposure to the organization's work in public health and strategic communication within an international and multicultural environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary duties of the Online Volunteer include editing the design and layout of the existing 273-page document to ensure it aligns with the Government of Mauritania’s corporate design and visual identity guidelines. The volunteer will enhance the document's visual presentation, readability, and overall consistency, contributing to a more professional and accessible publication for national authorities, partners, and stakeholders. The volunteer will also be responsible for ensuring that the document is visually accessible and user-friendly, which is essential for advocacy, policy dialogue, and resource mobilization. Additionally, the volunteer will work closely with WHO Mauritania's team involved in partnerships, communication, and technical programs, providing an opportunity to build connections and gain insights into the role of graphic design in public health communication.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Online Volunteer position should possess experience in graphic design, document layout, and formatting software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, or equivalent tools. While no specific prior knowledge of WHO Mauritania is required, an understanding of the organization's role in providing technical support to the Government of Mauritania in strengthening health systems and public health programs is beneficial. The ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment and communicate effectively with team members is also essential.

Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field would be advantageous for this position. Familiarity with public health concepts and the ability to understand technical content in health documents may also enhance the volunteer's effectiveness in this role.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have prior experience in graphic design and document layout. Familiarity with design software such as Adobe InDesign or Illustrator is particularly important. Experience working in public health or with governmental organizations can be beneficial but is not mandatory. The volunteer should be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative and creativity in enhancing document presentation.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in French is likely essential given the context of working in Mauritania, where French is one of the official languages. Knowledge of English may also be beneficial, particularly for communication with international colleagues and stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is an online volunteer assignment, which allows for flexibility in working hours. The duration of the contract is not specified, but the volunteer will be expected to commit to completing the graphic editing and layout tasks within a reasonable timeframe. This role is suitable for individuals seeking to gain experience in public health communication and graphic design within an international organization. Compensation details are not provided, as this is a volunteer position.