Mission and objectives

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace, and security.

Context

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Communicating gender data effectively is central to influencing decision-making and driving action toward equality and women’s empowerment.

To enhance the visibility and use of gender data, the Regional Office for the Arab States (ROAS) plans to produce three evidence-based infographics by the end of 2025. These infographics will transform analytical findings into accessible visual products that communicate key messages on gender equality, women’s leadership, and emerging issues in humanitarian and development settings.

The infographics will adhere to UN Women’s regional branding and visual identity standards, ensuring a professional and consistent presentation across platforms.

UN Women seeks to recruit a UN Volunteer with expertise in visual communication and data storytelling to lead the design, production, and finalization of these three infographics. The consultant will report to the Regional Programme Specialist on Evidence for Programming.

Task description

Under the supervision of the Regional Monitoring Specialist, the UN Volunteer will perform the following tasks:

Content Development and Conceptualization

• Review UN Women’s regional reports, data products, and briefs to identify priority themes and data for visualization.

• Define the visual narrative and main messages for each infographic, in consultation with the Regional Data and Communications teams.

• Develop storyboards or concept notes outlining proposed design approaches and data presentation methods.

Design and Production

• Design three infographics that visually convey evidence-based messages on gender equality and women’s empowerment.

• Ensure designs are clear, accurate, and aligned with UN Women’s regional branding and data visualization standards.

• Produce versions suitable for both digital (web, social media) and print dissemination.

• Provide editable design files and ensure all visual assets and icons are open-license or developed originally.

Quality Assurance and Revisions

• Incorporate UN Women feedback and ensure visual, textual, and data accuracy.

• Ensure each infographic includes verified data sources and consistent messaging.

• Finalize high-quality outputs ready for public release and regional dissemination.

Skills

Age

18 - 80

Required experience

7 years

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Assignment requirements

Relevant experience

3 years

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Arabic, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, media, or a related field.

Competencies and values

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues

• Accountability

• Creative Problem Solving

• Effective Communication

• Inclusive Collaboration

• Stakeholder Engagement

• Leading by Example

Skills and experience

• Minimum of three years of experience in infographic design, visual communication, or data visualization.

• Proven experience producing data-driven visuals for international organizations or development partners.

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or equivalent software.

• Experience with UN agencies or other multilateral organizations is an asset.

• Ability to translate data and analysis into clear visual stories.

• Excellent command of design principles, layout, and typography.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to factual accuracy.

• Familiarity with gender equality and development issues is an asset.

Area(s) of expertise

Arts and design, Communication, Development programmes