Multimedia and Graphic Design Support for WFP
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of weather extremes. Established in 1961, WFP has grown to employ approximately 18,500 staff worldwide and operates in over 120 countries and territories. In recognition of its efforts, WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its commitment to addressing hunger and promoting security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security globally.
Job Overview:
The position involves providing graphic design and multimedia content support to WFP's Internal Communications team. The role is crucial for creating practical, ready-to-use resources that enable WFP communications officers to produce professional communications quickly and consistently. The Online Volunteers will assist in developing a reusable library of templates and graphic assets tailored for various communications needs, ensuring that materials are accessible and easy to adapt for Microsoft 365 and commonly used design applications. The assignment will include creating editable templates, designing emails, presentations, and other communications products, and improving existing materials to enhance usability for non-designers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteers will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: creating editable templates and design assets based on communications briefs; developing materials for Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe Photoshop, and other relevant tools; designing emails, presentations, one-pagers, digital banners, and other communications products; adapting and improving existing templates and materials; ensuring that all materials are accessible and easy for non-designers to edit and reuse; developing design concepts, incorporating feedback, and preparing editable source files for handover. Each volunteer is expected to produce approximately 4–6 completed communications templates or graphic assets during the assignment, with specific deliverables agreed upon based on communications needs.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess a strong understanding of graphic design principles and experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant tools. They should have the ability to create visually appealing and effective communications materials that align with WFP's corporate design guidelines. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team are essential. Experience in developing templates and resources for non-designers is highly desirable, as is familiarity with accessibility standards in design.
Educational Background:
A background in graphic design, multimedia communications, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have formal education or training in design principles, visual communication, or a similar discipline that equips them with the necessary skills to fulfill the role effectively.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have prior experience in graphic design or multimedia content creation. Experience working in a humanitarian or non-profit context is a plus, as it provides valuable insight into the unique challenges and needs of such organizations. Candidates should demonstrate a portfolio of previous work that showcases their design capabilities and creativity.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all communications and materials will be developed in this language. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly those relevant to WFP's operations, would be considered an asset but is not required.
Additional Notes:
This is a remote position, allowing volunteers to work from anywhere. The duration of the assignment is not specified, but it is expected to be flexible based on the needs of the Internal Communications team and the availability of the volunteers. The role is suitable for individuals seeking to gain experience in graphic design within a reputable humanitarian organization, and it offers opportunities for professional development through feedback sessions and guidance from experienced team members.
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build pathways to peace, stability, and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters, and the impacts of weather extremes. Established in 1961, WFP has grown to employ approximately 18,500 staff worldwide and operates in over 120 countries and territories. In recognition of its efforts, WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020, highlighting its commitment to addressing hunger and promoting security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security globally.
Job Overview:
The position involves providing graphic design and multimedia content support to WFP's Internal Communications team. The role is crucial for creating practical, ready-to-use resources that enable WFP communications officers to produce professional communications quickly and consistently. The Online Volunteers will assist in developing a reusable library of templates and graphic assets tailored for various communications needs, ensuring that materials are accessible and easy to adapt for Microsoft 365 and commonly used design applications. The assignment will include creating editable templates, designing emails, presentations, and other communications products, and improving existing materials to enhance usability for non-designers.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteers will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to: creating editable templates and design assets based on communications briefs; developing materials for Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe Photoshop, and other relevant tools; designing emails, presentations, one-pagers, digital banners, and other communications products; adapting and improving existing templates and materials; ensuring that all materials are accessible and easy for non-designers to edit and reuse; developing design concepts, incorporating feedback, and preparing editable source files for handover. Each volunteer is expected to produce approximately 4–6 completed communications templates or graphic assets during the assignment, with specific deliverables agreed upon based on communications needs.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess a strong understanding of graphic design principles and experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant tools. They should have the ability to create visually appealing and effective communications materials that align with WFP's corporate design guidelines. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team are essential. Experience in developing templates and resources for non-designers is highly desirable, as is familiarity with accessibility standards in design.
Educational Background:
A background in graphic design, multimedia communications, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have formal education or training in design principles, visual communication, or a similar discipline that equips them with the necessary skills to fulfill the role effectively.
Experience:
The position requires candidates to have prior experience in graphic design or multimedia content creation. Experience working in a humanitarian or non-profit context is a plus, as it provides valuable insight into the unique challenges and needs of such organizations. Candidates should demonstrate a portfolio of previous work that showcases their design capabilities and creativity.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all communications and materials will be developed in this language. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly those relevant to WFP's operations, would be considered an asset but is not required.
Additional Notes:
This is a remote position, allowing volunteers to work from anywhere. The duration of the assignment is not specified, but it is expected to be flexible based on the needs of the Internal Communications team and the availability of the volunteers. The role is suitable for individuals seeking to gain experience in graphic design within a reputable humanitarian organization, and it offers opportunities for professional development through feedback sessions and guidance from experienced team members.
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