Graphic Designer Job at FAO in New Hanover Township

Job Description - Graphic Designer (2500013)

Job Posting: 06/Jan/2025

Closure Date: 20/Jan/2025, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: FACMB - FAO Representation in Cambodia

Job Type: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Primary Location: Home-Based

Duration: 11 months

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all. FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.

Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented member nations and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply for this position.

Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold our values. FAO has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and FAO, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates, therefore, will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and the direct guidance of the Communications Specialist, in collaboration with relevant FAO colleagues, the incumbent will be responsible for executing the assigned tasks within the communications unit.

Technical Focus

The Graphic Designer plays a key role in developing high-quality graphic designs and visibility materials, ensuring visually appealing and consistent communication products across FAO Representation in Cambodia's six programmatic thematic areas.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Utilize advanced graphic design skills to create layouts for project publications, fact sheets, booklets, leaflets, and other communication materials developed through the project;
• Enhance and refine artwork, photographs, charts, and other visual elements to align with project standards;
• Develop visibility materials such as T-shirts, caps, water bottles, etc;
• Create functional and clear templates that can convey the product’s message without interfering with it;
• Identify and develop an overall layout that suits the product type;
• Work in consultation with the publication Editor and ensure that the layout fits the intended audience (from a technical, professional and cultural standpoint);
• Submit design proposals for the supervisor’s final approval;
• Perform three rounds of corrections following OCC/PWS and divisional quality checks; rounds of corrections are to be increased should the incumbent overlook corrections.

Minimum Requirements

• University degree (or higher) in Communication, art, graphic design, or related field, or relevant technical training/qualification;
• Working knowledge (level C or higher) of English;
• Two years of experience in graphic design or related field;

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Practical experience in graphic design, including the use of design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, etc.)
• Proven experience in graphic production from start to published/printed product with knowledge of printing processes (offset and digital) and colour management.
• Knowledge of new and evolving technologies and digital platforms, as well as modern design trends such as infographics, quota gram, tableau, etc.
• Knowledge and experience with websites and content management systems is an advantage.
• Good understanding of mass media and communication networks in the fields of agriculture, fisheries, livestock, forestry, climate change, environment, food safety, etc.
• Experience working with UN agencies and international organizations is an advantage.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
• For other issues, visit the FAO employment website.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required.

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills.
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: https://fao.service-now.com/csp

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