Digital Communications and Visual Content Support
Organizational Context
The United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (UN ODET), established in January 2025, advises senior leadership on technology trends, advocates for digital cooperation, and facilitates policy dialogue. It strengthens system-wide coordination and supports the Global Digital Compact. UN ODET also leads the implementation of the Secretary-General's digital cooperation vision, working with UN entities and stakeholders to leverage technology for achieving the 2030 Goals while mitigating risks. It supports the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI.
Job Purpose
This role supports the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI, a global body assessing AI's impact. The UN ODET seeks a creative Online Volunteer to develop visual communications materials that enhance the dissemination and visibility of the Panel's work across digital platforms. The volunteer will create engaging graphics for social media, websites, and promotional materials, ensuring clear and accessible communication of scientific findings to diverse audiences. This contribution is crucial for sharing the Panel's progress and engaging stakeholders effectively in understanding AI's transformation.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of ODET’s Creative Lead, the Online Volunteer will design visual assets including social media cards, infographics, banners, and promotional graphics for the Panel's activities, publications, and scientific outputs. Responsibilities include adapting graphics for various digital channels like websites and social media, creating materials to promote Panel events, and developing reusable design templates for communication consistency. The volunteer must apply UN ODET's visual identity, branding, and accessibility standards, adapting materials to platform-specific requirements. Incorporating feedback and meeting deadlines is essential, with final materials to be provided in editable and web-ready formats. The assignment aims to produce approximately 20-30 social media graphics, 8-10 web banners, and 1-2 design templates.
Work Experience
Demonstrated experience in graphic design, supported by a portfolio of digital or communications work, is required. Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Canva is necessary. A strong visual sense, understanding of branding, typography, layout, and digital storytelling is crucial. Familiarity with web design principles and digital accessibility is an asset.
Skills
Graphic design, visual content creation, digital communications, social media graphics, infographics, branding, typography, layout, digital storytelling, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva, web design principles, digital accessibility, communication, advocacy, public information.