Mentorat pour les Stagiaires - Communication Visuelle et Infographie
Organizational Context
UNFPA is the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency, committed to a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA Burundi is implementing its 9th Cooperation Programme (2024-2027), focusing on improving reproductive health services, combating discriminatory social and gender norms, enhancing youth capabilities, and strengthening data utilization for national planning to achieve UNFPA's transformative results.
Job Purpose
This role serves as a mentor for UNFPA Burundi's "Professional Knowledge Springboard" internship program, designed for young individuals. The purpose is to provide comprehensive career development support, including immersion into the UN system and the UNV program. The mentor will guide interns in leveraging UNV opportunities, specifically focusing on visual communication and infographic design. This mentorship aims to equip interns with practical skills and professional guidance, ensuring they gain maximum benefit from their internship experience and contribute effectively to UNFPA's communication objectives.
Responsibilities
The mentor will guide interns in familiarizing themselves with UNFPA Burundi's work, particularly in visual communication and infographic design. Key duties include: - Designing professional report layouts adhering to UNFPA's graphic charter. - Creating data visualizations, transforming complex data into clear infographics and impact graphics. - Developing social media content, including factsheets and visual carousels summarizing key figures. - Designing visual donor packages for accountability and resource mobilization. - Producing multimedia advocacy materials such as digital banners, newsletters, and infographics. - Layout design for a capitalization booklet documenting best practices and lessons learned from the 9th program. - Creating a timeline visualizing historical milestones and systemic changes. - Developing new presentation templates and document formats for future cycles. - Supporting the development and production of visual materials for advocacy and awareness activities.
Work Experience
While specific years of experience are not detailed, the role requires a strong foundation in visual communication and infographic design. Candidates should have experience in graphic design, data visualization, and creating various visual content for reports, social media, and advocacy. Basic knowledge of project administration and management, along with proficiency in standard office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and social media platforms, is expected.
Skills
Required skills include proficiency in graphic design, data visualization, and layout design. Candidates must be fluent in French and possess working knowledge of English and Kirundi. Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, adaptability, and a commitment to diversity are essential. Familiarity with UN/UNFPA communication standards and basic project management knowledge is also beneficial.