Position: Senior Desktop Publishing Assistant -UNESCO (Deadline June 2024)
Position: Senior Desktop Publishing Assistant -UNESCO (Deadline June 2024)
Senior Desktop Publishing Assistant – UNESCO
Background
Senior Desktop Publishing Assistant -The Global Education Monitoring Report (GEM Report) is an editorially independent, evidence-based annual report that monitors progress in education within the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The GEM Report is widely recognized as an indispensable resource supporting the achievement of SDG 4, which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning for all by 2030.
Post Number: ED/PA 240
Grade: G-7
Parent Sector: Education Sector (ED)
Duty Station: Paris
Job Family: Education
Type of Contract: Project Appointment
Duration of Contract: 1 year (with possibility of extension)
Recruitment Open to: Internal and external candidates
Application Deadline: June 27, 2024 (Midnight Paris Time)
UNESCO Core Values
- Commitment to the Organization
- Integrity
- Respect for Diversity
- Professionalism
Overview of the Functions of the Post
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the authority of the Assistant Director-General for Education (ADG/ED), the guidance of the GEM Report Director, the supervision of the GEM Report Senior Project Officer (Communication), and the oversight of the GEM Report Team Lead (Partnerships and Operations), the Senior Desktop Publishing Assistant will:
Desktop Publishing Support
- Organize and coordinate desktop publishing workflows with internal clients, external agencies, and partners.
- Contribute to strategic planning and ideation of GEM Report publications.
- Plan and deliver visually appealing and professional reports, papers, and brochures using industry-standard software.
- Ensure adherence to style guidelines, consistent formatting, and branding.
- Support production of print and digital GEM Report publications.
- Stay updated with desktop publishing trends and tools.
Graphic Design
- Design and produce infographics, charts, and diagrams.
- Coordinate with the design team to develop appealing covers and layouts.
- Provide technical guidance on desktop publishing software and best practices.
Quality Assurance
- Implement quality control measures, including proofreading.
- Conduct comprehensive quality checks on final outputs.
Contracts Management
- Support planning, establishment, implementation, and monitoring of production-related contracts.
- Support planning and monitoring of publication budgets.
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Competencies (Core / Managerial)
- Accountability (C)
- Communication (C)
- Innovation (C)
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement (C)
- Planning and Organizing (C)
- Results Focus (C)
- Teamwork (C)
- Professionalism (C)
For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Completed secondary, technical, or vocational school.
Work Experience
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in digital publishing, including desktop publishing, graphic design, copy-editing, proofreading, and typographical layout.
- Demonstrated experience in web-based content management.
- Experience with multilingual content and publications.
- Experience in procurement and contracts management.
Skills and Competencies
- Proficiency in industry-standard desktop publishing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
- Knowledge of layout design, typesetting, and formatting for print and digital media.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Client-oriented and problem-solving attitude.
- Ability to work independently and with good judgment.
Languages
- Excellent knowledge of French and English (oral and written).
Desirable Qualifications
Education
- Advanced university degree in publishing, project management, communication, or a related field.
Technical Knowledge
- Knowledge of UNESCO financial regulations and administrative procedures.
Languages
- Very good knowledge of Spanish.
- Good knowledge of another official United Nations language (Arabic, Chinese, or Russian).
Benefits and Entitlements
UNESCO’s salaries consist of a basic salary and other benefits which may include:
- 30 days annual leave
- Family allowance
- Medical insurance
- Pension plan
The approximate annual starting salary for this post is 53,842 Euro.
For full information on benefits and entitlements, please consult the Guide to Staff Benefits.
Selection and Recruitment Process
All candidates must complete an online application. To apply, visit the UNESCO careers website. The evaluation may include tests and assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. Only selected candidates will be contacted, and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks.
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UNESCO is committed to achieving and sustaining equitable and diverse geographical distribution and gender parity among its staff. Candidates from non- and under-represented Member States, minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality. UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
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