Volunteer Online Designer

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. Established to accelerate progress on meeting the needs of women and girls worldwide, UN Women supports UN Member States in setting global standards for achieving gender equality. The organization works with governments and civil society to design laws, policies, programs, and services that ensure these standards are effectively implemented. UN Women operates globally to realize the vision of the Sustainable Development Goals for women and girls, focusing on four strategic priorities: women's leadership and participation in governance, income security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and economic autonomy for women, freedom from violence for all women and girls, and their contribution to sustainable peace and resilience. Additionally, UN Women coordinates the UN system's work in advancing gender equality and integrates gender considerations into all deliberations related to the 2030 Agenda, positioning gender equality as fundamental to achieving a more inclusive world.

Job Overview:
The role of the Volunteer Online Designer is crucial in supporting the Regional Office of UN Women for the Americas and the Caribbean in the design and layout of knowledge products that present gender statistics in an attractive and accessible manner. This position is part of the Statistics and Data Analysis area, which addresses the information, data, analysis, and gender statistics needs within the Regional Office and provides support to Country Offices. The volunteer will assist in creating visually appealing materials such as briefs, reports, and social media cards that effectively communicate the findings, analyses, and recommendations generated by the Statistics and Data Analysis area. This collaboration aims to ensure that the knowledge produced is disseminated clearly and effectively, facilitating its use by decision-makers, technical counterparts, and interested audiences, thereby contributing to sustainable development and the promotion of gender equality. The volunteer will also gain insights into UN Women's work in the region and the key themes addressed by the Data area, participating directly in transforming evidence into actionable tools.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The volunteer will be responsible for designing and laying out communication and knowledge products, ensuring alignment with institutional visual identity and graphic guidelines. Key activities include:

• Designing and formatting communication briefs (two-pagers, etc.) based on previously published knowledge products, adhering to institutional graphic lines and adapting them for various formats and platforms to ensure accessibility and readability.
• Creating the graphic line for dissemination products defined by the area.
• Participating in coordination and technical feedback meetings with the UN Women team. The volunteer's work will enhance the dissemination of key information and increase the reach of the organization's initiatives through social media and other digital channels.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess strong design skills, particularly in creating visually appealing and accessible materials. Familiarity with graphic design software and tools is essential. The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively is also required. A proactive attitude and a commitment to gender equality and women's empowerment are important for this role.

Educational Background:
A background in graphic design, communications, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have experience or coursework that demonstrates their ability to create high-quality visual content and an understanding of gender issues.

Experience:
While prior experience in a similar role is beneficial, it is not strictly required. However, candidates should demonstrate a strong portfolio of design work and an understanding of the principles of effective communication and visual storytelling.

Languages:
Fluency in Spanish is mandatory, as the primary language of communication will be Spanish. Proficiency in English is a plus, as it may facilitate communication with international teams and resources.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and the duration of the assignment is not specified. The role is designed to be flexible, allowing for remote work. The volunteer will have the opportunity to engage with a prestigious international organization and contribute to meaningful projects that promote gender equality.