Stagiaire en infographie, WCARO
Organizational Context
The UNFPA Regional Office for West and Central Africa (WCARO) supports 23 country offices in implementing the organization's mandate. The Communications Unit is crucial for UNFPA's visibility, producing strategic content, human interest stories, and multimedia documentation. This internship supports the enhancement of graphic production, digital, and creative output.
Job Purpose
The Graphic Design and Layout Intern will support the Communications Unit in creating professional-quality graphic and digital content to enhance UNFPA's visibility. This role will contribute to the implementation of campaigns, initiatives, programs, and institutional products by producing engaging visuals. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Regional Media Specialist, assisting in the visual representation of the office's initiatives and projects for partners, stakeholders, and the public.
Responsibilities
The intern will produce visuals for social media, including posts, banners, carousels, and stories. Responsibilities include creating posters, flyers, brochures, infographics, and communication materials, as well as designing layouts for reports, newsletters, and PowerPoint presentations. The role involves developing visual elements strictly adhering to the UNFPA brand identity and adapting templates for regional and global campaigns. Creative recommendations for improving digital assets are expected. Additionally, the intern may create short animations or motion graphics, produce GIFs or animations for social media, and support the creation of animated videos with titles, transitions, and visual branding. Collaboration with the communication, multimedia, and digital teams is essential, along with supporting country offices in graphic adaptations and participating in campaign brainstorming.
Work Experience
Previous experience working with development agencies, including volunteer work, is desirable. Familiarity with graphic design principles and digital content creation is expected.
Skills
Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is required. Knowledge of Figma or other design tools is desirable. Strong aesthetic sense, ability to work within brand guidelines, and understanding of digital formats and social media are essential. Basic motion design skills are a plus. Creativity, attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and teamwork are key behavioral competencies.