Illustration and Graphic Design Consultant, Adolescent Girls Storybook, Gender and ADAP section, Abuja, (Nigeria) 2 months, Remote Req 593622

Reporting to the UNICEF Nigeria Gender and Development Manager and working closely with the lead writer, the consultant will produce: Concept Development, Illustration Production, Book Design and Layout, Multimedia Asset Development, Review and Finalization.

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or related field.

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in illustration, graphic design, or visual storytelling;
• Proven experience in designing children's/adolescent educational or storytelling materials;
• Demonstrated portfolio of published illustrated content (books, campaigns, digital media);
• Demonstrated experience in developing illustrations that reflect African contexts, cultures, and aesthetics;
• Experience working with development agencies, NGOs, or UN organizations is an asset.

Language Requirements

Fluency in English (required).

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills

• Strong expertise in digital illustration tools (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Procreate);
• Ability to create culturally grounded visual narratives, reflecting African aesthetics and representation;
• Experience in character design and visual storytelling for youth audiences;
• Strong understanding of gender equality and inclusion principles;
• Ability to produce print-ready and digital multimedia outputs;
• Strong communication and ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Desirables

• Experience working on gender, adolescent empowerment, or social norms transformation projects;
• Experience producing multilingual designs;
• Familiarity with accessibility and inclusive design standards.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System): An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV); Cover letter; A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template); A detailed technical proposal as follows: Portfolio of relevant work (minimum 5 samples); Brief concept note (1-2 pages) outlining: Proposed visual approach/style; Understanding of audience; Approach to diversity and inclusion.