Graphic Design and Multimedia Intern

Background

<Anchored in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and committed to the principles of universality, equality, and leaving no one behind, UNDP’s global vision, as articulated in its Strategic Plan, is to support countries in accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), advancing sustainable development pathways, reducing poverty and inequalities, and strengthening resilience to crises and shocks. Through its integrated development approach, UNDP aims to create meaningful and measurable impact in the lives of millions of people worldwide.

In Cameroon, UNDP’s strategic support through the 2022-2026 CPD, which is drawing to an end, is aligned with national development priorities and focuses on accelerating progress through six signature solutions: poverty and inequality, governance, resilience, environment, energy, and gender equality, enabled by digital transformation, strategic innovation, and development financing.

The UNDP Cameroon Country Office supports the implementation of the National Development Strategy (NDS30) and the Sustainable Development Goals through three programmatic priorities: transformative, inclusive and sustainable growth; inclusive governance and peacebuilding; and environmental sustainability, climate risk and disaster management.

Effective visual communication and storytelling play a critical role in enhancing the visibility of development results, promoting advocacy initiatives, strengthening stakeholder engagement, and showcasing the impact of UNDP’s work across the country. As digital communication continues to evolve, the demand for high-quality visual content, creative branding, multimedia storytelling, and audience-centered communication products has become increasingly important.

To support strategic communication, visibility, advocacy, and digital engagement efforts across the Country Office and field offices, UNDP Cameroon is seeking a highly motivated and creative Graphic Design and Multimedia Intern. The internship is intended for candidates with strong competencies in graphic design, visual communication, branding, digital content creation, and multimedia production, who are passionate about using creativity and design to advance sustainable development objectives.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any form of harassment, including sexual harassment, or discrimination. All selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks.>

Duties and Responsibilities

<Graphic Design and Visual Content Creation 

• Contribute to the development of high-quality communication and visibility materials in line with UNDP brand guidelines.
• Assist in the development of digital assets, including: 
  • Social media creatives and campaign visuals;
  • Infographics and data visualizations;
  • Event branding materials, banners and backdrops;
  • Presentation templates;
  • Publication layouts, covers and reports;
  • Fact sheets, brochures, flyers and other communication products
• Participate in developing creative concepts and visual identities for campaigns, events and advocacy initiatives.
• Support the optimization of design products for various digital and print formats.

Branding, Layout and Creative Support 

• Collaborate on the development and implementation of visual branding across communication products.
• Assist in ensuring the consistency and quality of visual materials in accordance with UNDP corporate brand guidelines.
• Contribute creative ideas for awareness campaigns, events and visibility activities.
• Assist in designing communication toolkits and packages for projects and programmes
• Support quality assurance of all visual assets before publication and dissemination

Multimedia and Digital Storytelling

• Assist in translating development results, project achievements and data into engaging visual narratives.
• Support photo selection, retouching and image enhancement for publications and online platforms.
• Collaborate in the creation of visual content tailored to social media engagement and digital audiences.
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of a repository of graphics, photographs, templates and multimedia assets.
• Contribute to exploring emerging design trends and innovative storytelling approaches to enhance UNDP visibility and outreach.

Photography, Video Editing, and Motion Graphics 

• Participate in the editing of short videos, reels and multimedia products for social media, campaigns, events and visibility activities.
• Assist in the production of motion graphics, animated titles, and branded video elements.
• Support photography, photo selection and editing for communication products, publications and digital platforms.
• Support filming, photography and multimedia content capture during events, field missions and project activities, as required.
• Assist in maintaining video, photography, and multimedia archives and resources.>

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

< a) Enrollment in a bachelor’s or any other educational program related to Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia Design, Digital Arts, Motion Graphics, Animation, Film and Video Production, Creative Media, or Related disciplines is required

• b)   Having recently (within the last year) earned a university degree (as defined in item (a) above) is required>

Experience:

<Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro, CorelDRAW and/or other video editing software.

• Experience using Adobe After Effects or other motion graphics tools, as well as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign.
• Photography and photo-editing skills.
• Familiarity with Canva Pro and other digital design platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to design professional communication products for digital and print platforms.
• Strong understanding of branding, layout design, typography, colour theory and visual storytelling.>

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Use of AI by candidates

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