Illustrator for the Innovation Team

Location : Home-based

Application Deadline : 08-Jul-21 (Midnight New York, USA)

Time left : 10d 7h 53m

Type of Contract : Individual Contract

Post Level : International Consultant

Languages Required :
English

Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 15-Jul-2021

Duration of Initial Contract : Estimated 15 July 2021 – 31 August 2021

Expected Duration of Assignment : Approximately 20 working days

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 kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub (IRH) is UNDP’s main knowledge and advisory hub for the countries serviced by UNDP’s Regional Bureau for Europe and CIS (RBEC). The Hub implements the Regional Programme (2018-2021) that has been formulated based on the most crucial regional challenges in the region with a focus on a strengthened approach to specific sub-regional challenges. The Transformative Governance and Finance Facility-II (TGFF II) builds on the successes of and lessons learned from the first phase of the Transformative Governance and Finance Facility (2015-2017), and focuses on new technologies, data innovation, urban transformation and alternative finance mechanisms in support of achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The project is a joint partnership with the UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub and the Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic. The second phase of TGFF started on 1 January 2018 and is expected to end on 31 August 2021. TGFF-II is implemented in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region, mainly focusing on the following countries: Albania, North Macedonia, Serbia, Moldova, Armenia, Tajikistan, Montenegro, Kosovo[1], Georgia, Ukraine and Belarus.

The overall objective of the TGFF-II is:
Development, and in particular governance, outcomes in the region are improved, in furtherance of achieving the SDGs, by empowering various groups within the public, civil society and private sector to leverage new technology, data and alternative finance mechanisms. To help achieve this objective, we aim to achieve three key outputs:

New technologies, data and engagement of citizens are used to improve governance and development outcomes.

Collaborative platforms are utilized at the national and regional level to drive innovative solutions to governance and development challenges.

Effectiveness of development interventions is strengthened and enhanced through alternative finance mechanisms.

[1] References to Kosovo shall be understood to be in the context of Security Council Resolution 1244 (1999)

Duties and Responsibilities

The illustrator is expected to work under the direct supervision of the Regional Innovation Specialist and will work closely with the communications lead of the IRH Knowledge and Innovation team, and the IRH Knowledge and Innovation team itself, to provide:

Support the implementation of an integrated communications strategy for TGFF;

Create a series of illustrations for two key platforms.

Expected Tasks

The consultant is expected to support the team with the tasks summarized below:

Create five leading illustrations for the team’s new regional innovation webspace: https://innovation.eurasia.undp.org/, for each of the areas of work (data innovation, alternative finance, urban transformation/cities and portfolio development) and one general one, to provide a unified look, while adhering to UNDP branding guidelines.

Create two leading illustrations for two new challenges to be launched on BOOST, a UNDP regional acceleration program for social impact innovation. The first challenge seeks solutions in Turkey, while the second one focuses on the Europe and Central Asia region. Both address issues that women face with regard to connectivity, invisibility in data, growing inequality, as well as women pioneers working on edge technology. The task also involves creating a package of derivative illustrations and visual templates that could be used for social media posts (post template for deadline reminders, quote templates, post template for facts on inequality, post template for showcasing partners).

Create one leading illustration for the BOOST website, to be visible on the homepage, and an update of other illustrations (FAQ page).

A more detailed creative brief will be provided upon the start of the contract.

Deliverables:
Based on the tasks mentioned above, the consultant is expected to deliver the below deliverables by month:

Deliverable 1: Deliver illustrations and derivative materials for the two new challenges for BOOST.

Deliverable 2: Deliver illustrations for the regional innovation webspace and the BOOST website space.

Payment schedule:
Installment 1: 50% of the total contract amount upon submission of deliverable 1

Installment 2: 50% of the total contract amount upon submission of deliverable 2

Payments will be made only upon confirmation of UNDP on delivering on the contract obligations in a satisfactory manner.

Reporting

The Consultant will administratively be under the overall supervision of the IRH Knowledge and Innovation Team, but will report directly to the Regional Innovation Specialist, and work collaboratively with the UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub’s K&I team to deliver the assignments.

Duty Station and Expected Places of Travel

The duty station is home-based. Travel is not envisioned for this assignment.

Competencies

Corporate competencies:
? Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;

? Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;

? Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

? Treats all people fairly without favoritism;

? Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment

Functional competencies:
? Strong interpersonal skills, communication and diplomatic skills, ability to work in a team

? Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback

? Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations

? Strong analytical, reporting and writing abilities

Required Skills and Experience

Education

Master’s degree in illustration, graphic design, visual communications or another related field.

Experience

At least 3 years of work experience is required.

At least 3 years of work experience in illustration and graphic design.

Experience in creating digital content is an asset.

Experience working with international, intergovernmental organizations is an asset

Language

Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Lump sum contract

The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount, and payment terms around specific and measurable (qualitative and quantitative) deliverables (i.e. whether payments fall in installments or upon completion of the entire contract). Payments are based upon delivery of the services specified in the TOR. In order to assist the requesting unit in the comparison of financial proposals, the financial proposal will include a breakdown of this lump sum amount.

The Consultant will be responsible for all personal administrative expenses associated with undertaking this assignment including office accommodation, printing, stationary, telephone and electronic communications, and report copies incurred in this assignment.

5. Evaluation of Applicants

Individual consultants will be evaluated based on a cumulative analysis taking into consideration the combination of the applicants’ qualifications and financial proposal.

The award of the contract should be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:

a) responsive/compliant/acceptable, and

b) Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical (P11 desk reviews and interviews) and financial criteria specific to the solicitation.

“Only the highest ranked candidates who would be found qualified for the job will be considered for the Financial Evaluation”.)

Financial

Technical Criteria – 70% of total evaluation – max points: 35;

Criteria A – At least 3 years of working experience as an Illustrator – max points: 10;

Criteria B – At least 3 years of experience in illustration and graphic design – max points: 15;

Criteria C – Working experience in creating digital content – max points: 5;

Criteria D – Working with international, intergovernmental organizations – max points: 5;

Financial Criteria – 30% of total evaluation –-max. 15 points

6. Application procedures

Qualified candidates are requested to apply online via this website. The application should contain:

Cover letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position and a brief methodology on how you will approach and conduct the work (if applicable). Please paste the letter into the “Resume and Motivation” section of the electronic application.

Filled P11 form including past experience in similar projects and contact details of referees

(blank form can be downloaded from http://europeandcis.undp.org/files/hrforms/P11_modified_for_SCs_and_ICs.doc ); please upload the P11 instead of your CV.

Financial Proposal* – specifying a total lump sum amount for the tasks specified in this announcement. The financial proposal shall include a breakdown of this lump sum amount (number of anticipated working days, travel, per diems and any other possible costs).

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please make sure you have provided all requested materials

• Please note that the financial proposal is all-inclusive and shall take into account various expenses incurred by the consultant/contractor during the contract period (e.g. fee, health insurance, vaccination, personal security needs and any other relevant expenses related to the performance of services…). All envisaged travel costs must be included in the financial proposal. This includes all travel to join duty station/repatriation travel.

Payments will be made only upon confirmation of UNDP on delivering on the contract obligations in a satisfactory manner.

Individual Consultants are responsible for ensuring they have vaccinations/inoculations when travelling to certain countries, as designated by the UN Medical Director. Consultants are also required to comply with the UN security directives set forth under dss.un.org

General Terms and conditions as well as other related documents can be found under: http://on.undp.org/t7fJs.

Qualified women and members of minorities are encouraged to apply.

Due to large number of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidates about the outcome or status of the selection process.