Closing date: 25 Oct 2015
BACKGROUND & RATIONALE UNICEF Policy Planning Unit (PPU) is conducting a Global Risks and Opportunities Survey with UNICEF staff to obtain a child-centered perspective on global risks and opportunities within a 15-year time horizon. The survey gathers valuable perception-based intelligence, building on UNICEF’s extensive expertise and field presence. The results of the Survey will inform UNICEF’s strategic planning, policies and programmes in an increasingly complex and fast-changing world.
PURPOSE The purpose of this consultancy will be to analyse the results of the survey, produce a 3-minute infographic animation and a short companion report. This will include analysing the findings together with PPU and presenting them in a visually appealing manner; and using graphical images to combine various trends and demonstrate new and compelling perspectives. It will also include designing the cover image of the report, to graphically and creatively capture the essence of the topics discussed in the report. A high degree of creativity and artistic ability is required for this consultancy.
EXPECTED RESULTS: (MEASURABLE RESULTS) • 3-minute infographic animation capturing key results of the survey • Fully designed and laid out Global Risks and Opportunities for Children report in web and high quality print pdf format. The document will be maximum 16 pages in length, including front and back cover images. It will include approximately 25-30 graphical images. Each page will have at least one graphical image.
DUTY STATION Remote-based
TIMEFRAME
Start date: 16 November 2015
End date: 15 January 2016
KEY COMPETENCES, TECHNICAL BACKGROUND, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED DEADLINE • Superior analytical, graphic design and animation skills. Advanced qualifications in animation, graphic and infographics design. • A minimum of 5-7 years of Mid to Senior level work experience • A proven track record, including the production of similar animations and reports required • Very strong ability to present information in visually appealing ways • Ability to take information and create artistic renditions (i.e. - cartoon imagery/ storytelling) • Good communication skills • Fluency in English required
How to apply:
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to send their submissions to <**pdconsultants@unicef.org>**with subject line:
“Analysis and Visualization Consultant - Global Risks and Opportunities Animation and Report”by 26th October 2015, 5:00pm EST.
Applications must include:
· Cover letter,
· CV, and
· P-11 form[1]
· Proposal, including a detailed assessment of how stated deliverables will be achieved
· Work samples - including infographic animation and reports
· Indicate where you heard about this advertisement
Please indicate your ability, availability and daily/monthly rate (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily/monthly rate will not be considered.
NOTE: Files should not exceed 5.0MB limit
UNICEF 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.
[1]*P 11 form can be downloaded from our website at*http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc