UNDP Jobs - 16153- Issue Editor/Illustrator (SC-5)

Issue Editor/Illustrator (SC-5)

Location :

Tashkent, UZBEKISTAN

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

28-May-10 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SC-5

Duration of Initial Contract :

Languages Required :

English Russian

Expected Duration of Assignment :

1 year with possible extension subject to satisfactory performance

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

Job Title: Issue Editor/Illustrator
Project Title/Department: 00045192, Support to Reform Process in Uzbekistan
Type of contract: SC5
Duty station: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Reports To: Assistant Chief Editor

The Economic Review Magazine is published monthly by the Center for Economic Research and covers a wide range of economic, socio-political and other issues on its pages. Generally it is a business magazine, with a target audience mainly consisting of businessmen and entrepreneurs both in the country and the region.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of Assistant Chief Editor of the “Economic Review” and with close collaboration with Layout Clerk and Art-manager the incumbent will perform the following duties and tasks:

1. to bring together articles, photos, advertising, announcements and other elements (including participation in electronic formation) of every issue of the magazine in necessary order and correlation;
2. to assist in preparation of the materials for the “Economic review” magazine: design, photo- and art “look”;
3. to use creative skills to develop the visual appeal of ER;
4. to use artistic approach to communicate a message of the ER materials to a target audience of the magazine;
5. to develop illustrations to decorate or to convey information;
6. to control permanently the condition of preparation and publishing issues of the magazine;
7. to perform other duties as required.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the publications production process and techniques;
• Excellent communications, negotiation and presentation skills;
• Computer literacy;
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work under pressure

Required Skills and Experience

• Higher education in design or relevant field;
• At least 3 years practical experience in the area of computer designing and layout;
• Fluency in English, Russian and Uzbek
Application Process:

All interested and qualified candidates should apply on-line through the UNDP website at http://undp.uz The UNDP will only accept applications submitted on-line via http://www.undp.uz

Please ensure that before making on-line application, you have completed the UNDP Personal History Form (P11). The electronic version of the P11 can be downloaded from http://www.undp.uz (Job Opportunities Section). The completed (P11) further to be uploaded while applying on-line.

The deadline for submission of application is COB, 28th May, 2010. Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date (30 April 2010) will not be given consideration. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

For more detailed information about UNDP Uzbekistan please visit our website at www.undp.uz Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The position is open for the Uzbekistan citizens only.