Applicant criteria
- 18 - 60
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
Job Overview
UNDP is seeking a National UN Volunteer (Specialist level) to serve as a Digital Communications Officer in Dakar, Senegal.
The position supports UNDP’s Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa (WACA) and UNDP Senegal in promoting sustainable development initiatives through strategic digital communication, branding, advocacy, and multimedia content production.
This is a full-time, onsite, 12-month assignment (with possibility of extension).
Financial Benefits and Coverage
This position offers a comprehensive financial package including health coverage, and other allowances covering housing and local travel, ensuring the financial needs of the candidate are well-supported.
Volunteer Living Allowance (as per UNV conditions of service)
Health and life insurance
Professional experience with UNDP
Possible contract extension
Duty station: Dakar (family duty station, security level low)
Available Fields of Work
- Digital Communications
- Graphic Design
- Social Sciences
Duties & responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Develop social media materials (quote cards, event posters, fact sheets)
Design reports, brochures, and knowledge products
Create branding materials (roll-up banners, promotional items)
Develop short videos and digital content
Create infographics and visual storytelling products
Draft scripts and storyboards
Support advocacy and media outreach
Strengthen audience engagement across digital platforms
Required Skills
Graphic design
Digital content production
Social media management
Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Infographic design
Video editing
Branding & visual identity
Communication for development
Storytelling
Audience growth strategies
Multicultural teamwork
Time management
Eligibility criteria
Age: 18–80 years
National UN Volunteer (see nationality below)
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Social Sciences or related field
Minimum 3–5 years of relevant professional experience
Strong experience in graphic design and digital communications
Fluency in French (Required)
Working knowledge of English (Required)