TERMS OF REFERENCE
- Concept Development
- Illustration Production
- Book Design and Layout
- Multimedia Asset Development
- Review and Finalization
Education
- A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related field
Work Experience
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in illustration, graphic design, or visual storytelling
- Proven experience in designing children's/adolescent educational or storytelling materials
- Demonstrated portfolio of published illustrated content (books, campaigns, digital media)
- Demonstrated experience in developing illustrations that reflect African contexts, cultures, and aesthetics
- Experience working with development agencies, NGOs, or UN organizations is an asset UNICEF.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in English (required)
Knowledge/Expertise/Skills
- Strong expertise in digital illustration tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Procreate)
- Ability to create culturally grounded visual narratives, reflecting African aesthetics and representation
- Experience in character design and visual storytelling for youth audiences
- Strong understanding of gender equality and inclusion principles
- Ability to produce print-ready and digital multimedia outputs
- Strong communication and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
Desirables
- Experience working on gender, adolescent
- empowerment, or social norms transformation projects
- Experience producing multilingual designs
- Familiarity with accessibility and inclusive design standards
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- A detailed technical proposal as follows:
Remarks
UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.