Apply Graphic Designer Consultant at UNITED! Movement $600 Monthly
About UNITED! Movement
In 2023, Y+ Global and AfriYAN Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) convened the UNITED! Leadership Summit. Bringing together approximately 40 youth-led SRHR, HIV, and AGYW networks from 14 countries with high HIV prevalence and adolescent pregnancies in East and Southern Africa (ESA). Supported by UNICEF, UNFPA, and UNAIDS, the summit fostered collaboration among youth networks to strengthen advocacy for HIV and SRHR commitments. The key outcome of the Summit was the formation of UNITED! Movement, a unified platform amplifying youth voices and driving collective action to address persisting challenges in HIV and SRHR.
Building on this momentum, UNICEF ESARO partnered with Y+ Global to further strengthen the UNITED! Movement. This collaboration aims to enhance youth-led advocacy, leadership, and digital engagement to promote social accountability. It will contribute to the multisectoral goal of ending AIDS while improving sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. Through the UNITED! Movement, UNICEF ESARO, and Y+ Global align with the joint UN 2gether 4 SRHR programme and UNICEF’s global strategies to empower adolescent and youth-led networks for lasting impact.
The UNITED! Movement is a three-year partnership (2025-2028) led by Y+ Global, funded by UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa, and supported by AfriYAN, UNFPA East and Southern Africa, and UNAIDS Eastern and Southern Africa. The movement is currently hiring a Graphic Designer Consultant to join its team and contribute to impactful youth-led advocacy initiatives.
Position Details
Position: Part-time Graphic Designer Consultant
Duration: March 2025 – November 2026
Compensation: USD 600/month (with potential performance-based incentives)
Report line:
UNITED! Movement Project Officer
Communications and Advocacy Manager, Y+ Global
Scope of Work
The consultant will support the UNITED! Movement by developing engaging Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials, motion graphics, social media content, and other advocacy designs. The role requires close collaboration with the Y+ Global team and the UNITED! Movement Steering Committee to ensure consistent branding and effective messaging.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend 2-3 monthly meetings with the UNITED! Movement Steering Committee and Linking, Learning, and Sharing working group.
- Develop a communications and social media plan, outlining key monthly deliverables aligned with the movement’s priorities.
Create diverse visual content, including:
- Infographics, posters, and social media assets
- Report designs and layouts
- Motion graphics and short advocacy videos
- Digital campaign materials
- Ensure that all creative content aligns with the UNITED! Movement’s branding and messaging.
- Provide high-quality designs for print media, digital platforms, and animated content.
- Collaborate with young people and incorporate their feedback to enhance design effectiveness.
Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in graphic design and content creation.
- Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Canva.
- Knowledge of emerging digital media trends.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
- Creative thinker, capable of developing innovative, engaging content.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate with young people and integrate feedback effectively.
- Prior experience in HIV and SRHR advocacy within the Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) region is highly desirable.
- Experience in youth-led movements and advocacy networks is an asset.
- Excellent proficiency in English.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents to:
leadersunitedmovement@gmail.com
by Wednesday, February 26, 2025, with the subject line:
“Consultancy: Graphic Designer [YOUR NAME]”
Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover Letter
- Portfolio showcasing previous work (e.g., campaigns, advocacy resources, social media materials)
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