Graphic Designer – Communications Contractor

About the role

The United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund seeks a Communications Individual Contractor with strong graphic design expertise to create and refine visual communication products. The role is remote and focuses on developing standardized presentation templates, town‑hall decks, and digital‑first outreach materials that align with UN branding and accessibility standards.

Key responsibilities

• Review and rationalize existing outreach presentations, identifying gaps and opportunities for visual improvement.
• Design a standardized PowerPoint template that complies with UNJSPF and United Nations branding guidelines.
• Produce eight complete sets of town‑hall presentation decks tailored for different audience segments.
• Translate complex pension policies into clear, concise language for diverse audiences.
• Reformat existing outreach materials into digital‑first formats such as slides, infographics, and short‑form content.
• Apply visual design principles—including typography, layout, icons, and data visualization—to enhance readability and engagement.
• Ensure all outputs meet United Nations editorial and accessibility standards.
• Collaborate with subject‑matter experts to verify content accuracy and relevance.

Required profile

• First‑level university degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in communication, graphic design, journalism, international relations, public administration, or related field; a graphic design certification with two years experience may substitute.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public information, or graphic design.
• Proven experience developing and designing PowerPoint presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical information into user‑friendly communication products.
• Experience creating content in English and French or Spanish.
• Prior experience within the United Nations system or other international organizations is desirable.

Required skills

• PowerPoint presentation design
• Graphic design
• Data visualization
• Typography and layout design
• Icon creation
• Accessibility compliance