Print and Digital Designer [Open to Tier 0, 1 & 2 applicants]

UNDP•New York, NY

About The Position

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization in fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 177 countries and territories, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges. At UNDP, external and internal communication—nationally, regionally and globally—is critical to achieving both development results and business objectives. Skillful communication broadens the impacts of new policies, helps governance reforms take root, and attracts and fosters strong partnerships. Within BERA, the Advocacy, Marketing and Communications Group (AMCG) leads and manages external communications through strategy, media, digital communications, marketing, branding and global storytelling. The Brand and Marketing Team in the AMCG manages UNDP’s brand, and creates marketing products and resources to promote UNDP and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that messages resonate and gather support from audiences that span from government decision-makers to the general public. It manages the Marketing Services Hub (MSH): UNDP’s in-house agency, managing a roster of external experts to produce marketing communications projects for teams and leverage the expertise of the Brand and Marketing team to provide high-quality communication services aligned with the UNDP brand. The team also manages the online UNDP Shop, a fast-growing initiative that empowers people around the world to promote the SDGs.

Requirements

Advanced university degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, UX Design, or another related field is required OR A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s Degree) in the above areas mentioned above in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of advanced university degree.
A minimum of two (2) years (with a Master’s Degree) and four (4) years (with a Bachelor’s Degree) of relevant work experience in professional graphic design, layout, and production of reports, publications, and communication materials.
Experience designing and formating reports and knowledge products that follow branding and editorial guidelines.
Experience creating UI/UX designs and website across platforms.
Experience in creating infographics, charts, and visual elements to support data storytelling and knowledge sharing.
Experience preparing files for both print and digital dissemination.
Demonstrated experience in end-to-end web design, including translating requirements into wireframes, prototypes, and final digital products.
Demonstrated experience in producing high-quality print and digital publications, including reports, brochures, and presentations.
Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, with the ability to independently deliver production-ready design outputs.
Experience using Figma and other web design softwares.
Experience working with international organizations or the UN system, including UNDP.
Familiarity with UN editorial guidelines and templates is an asset.
Experience in web development, including HTML/CSS/JAVASCRIP.
Experience in designing marketing and branded communications products.
Fluency in English is required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with UN editorial guidelines and templates is an asset.

Responsibilities

Support the production and delivery of graphic and web design projects
Lead the design and production of print communication materials, including reports, brochures, visual identities, infographics, presentations, signage, and data visualizations.
Ensure clear visual storytelling and high-quality layout across all graphic design outputs.
Lead the design and production of high-visibility digital outputs, including web initiatives, campaigns, and institutional publications.
Design and produce subsites and microsites for UNDP teams, ensuring full alignment with the UNDP web system and brand standards.
Support daily operations for the Marketing Services Hub
Contribute to project scoping, resource estimation, and creative discussions for Marketing Services Hub projects.
Engage with UNDP teams to discuss project needs, provide guidance, and ensure smooth collaboration through the Hub.
Support the UNDP Brand governance
Ensure consistent application of UNDP brand standards across all digital and print outputs, promoting accessibility, inclusivity, and institutional coherence.
Maintain and continuously improve SharePoint brand resources, enhancing usability, accessibility, and adoption.
Support the transition, maintenance, and governance of digital brand assets.
Provide design support to the UNDP teams as needed
Provide design support for priority corporate communications, including requests from AMCG and the Executive Office.
Support design activities related to the UNDP Shop, including product visuals, promotional assets, and coordination with internal teams and vendors.
Mentorship and knowledge sharing
Share design knowledge and good practices with colleagues.
Provide guidance and mentorship to interns as needed.