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Publications & Design Specialist (SC-10)

Somalia

  • Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
  • Location: Somalia
  • Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Communication and Public Information
    • Scientist and Researcher
  • Closing Date: Closed

IMPORTANT NOTICE\: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device

  • 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 Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
  • Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
  • FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination　　
  • All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
  • All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

Organizational Setting

The key mission of the FAO Representation in Somalia, which is led by FAO Representative (FAOR), is to assist and support the national government to develop policies, strategies and programme aimed at accelerating the Implementation and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in FAO's global mandate and Strategic Objectives. More specifically, FAO's response aims to address national needs and priorities in achieving food security, reducing hunger and malnutrition, developing agricultural, fishery and forestry sectors, and ensuring the sustainable use of environmental and natural resources and respond to recurrent emergencies. The current portfolio of activities of the FAO Representation in Somalia includes a wide scope of technical support interventions ranging from policy support through livestock and crop production, to natural resource management, Nutrition, value chain, food security analysis and water and land information management. FAO is also implementing several emergency, resilience-building, and development interventions, with the support of its five field offices and close to 400 staff in partnership with the Federal and State line ministries.


Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Somalia Representative and the direct supervision of FSNAU Chief Technical Advisor.


Technical Focus

The incumbent will be responsible for publication and design support to the Food Security and Nutrition Analysis Unit (FSNAU) and other Sectors and Units within FAO Somalia.


Tasks and responsibilities


• Design and layout FSNAU's technical publications, including Technical Series Reports, Monthly and Quarterly Briefs and Updates, and Press Releases.
• Design and layout all other FSNAU information products, such as posters, calendars, brochures, business cards, invitations and signs, as required.
• Perform and manage regular and special website content uploads in consultation with the CMS tools.
• Participate actively in the review of all FSNAU information products and advise on improvements to design and layout, generating new design and layout ideas using computer software, being innovative to meet the constraints of cost and time.
• Apply a wide range of media, including photography and computer aided design to design and produce layout communications products up to output stage and supervise in collaboration with the Data Systems Team with the printing unit.
• Develop and maintain a visuals resource facility for easy retrieval of imagery and graphics.
• Schedule production of jobs in consultation with the managers and the CTA.
• Day to day management and supervision of the FSNAU Publications Assistant and conduct periodic performance evaluations.
• Ensure the format, quality of graphics and layout of publications meet approved standards of FSNAU's and FAO information products.
• Maintain a unified style in all FSNAU’s graphic output in conformity with the approved graphic standards.
• Review and approve in-house and commissioned publications, periodicals, letterheads etc., for graphic style and adherence to Graphic Standards.
• Produce and update FSNAU Graphic Standards manual according to the needs of the FSNAU regarding design style and technical relevance.
• Assist in the design of exhibition display material to meet communication objectives.
• Manage the publications unit production programs in conjunction with technical managers and Data systems team, develop budget for electronic publishing, hardcopy print, and recommend FSNAU equipment and software upgrades.
• Responsible for maintaining a comprehensive electronic archive of all work produced.
• Design and layout of templates, publications and visual materials by various units of FAO Somalia.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Liaison with the OCC will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, appropriate review and clearance processes.

All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including\:
FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31\: https\://www.fao.org/strategic-framework/en
FAO social media policy and guidelines\: https\://www.fao.org/2/socialmedia
Social Media Branding Guidelines\: https\://openknowledge.fao.org/handle/20.500.14283/cb5044en
FAOSTYLE\: https\://openknowledge.fao.org/handle/20.500.14283/cb8081en
FAO terminology http\://www.fao.org/faoterm
FAO Names Of Countries https\://www.fao.org/nocs/en    
Story guidelines, Story template, UN map standards, FAO logo policy and related branding guidelines (available to staff). 

Further guidance regarding FAO communications, policies and procedures can be found through the FAO intranet, OCC section.



CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING


Minimum Requirements

• Advance University degree in Design/Publications, or a related field is required., or other relevant discipline from a reputable institution.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in publication and design.
• Proficiency in the use of Design and Publication software.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English and Somali.
• National of Somalia.


FAO Core Competencies

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


Technical/Functional Skills

• Communicating to build understanding and support.
• Engaging in continuous learning.
• Planning organizing and delivering quality results.
• Understanding FAO mandate and its global context.
• Working together in teams and partnerships.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
  • 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). The list can be accessed at http\://www.whed.net/
  • For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website\: http\://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
  • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

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
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• 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

FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

This vacancy is now closed.