Join the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) as an Illustration and Graphic Design Consultant based in Nigeria. UNICEF is a global organization dedicated to improving the lives of disadvantaged children worldwide by protecting their rights and supporting their potential.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Gender and Development Manager and lead writer to craft compelling visual content for an adolescent girls storybook. Your daily tasks will include developing concepts, producing illustrations, designing the book layout, creating multimedia assets, and finalizing all visual materials. Your work will bring to life culturally relevant stories that engage and empower young readers.
To succeed as the Illustration and Graphic Design Consultant, you will need at least five years’ professional experience in illustration, graphic design, or visual storytelling. A bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Illustration, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or a related discipline is essential. You should have a strong portfolio showcasing children’s or adolescent educational materials, expertise in digital tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and the ability to create visuals rooted in African cultural contexts. Fluency in English and experience with development agencies or NGOs are advantageous. This is a full-time consultancy role conducted remotely over two months.
Nigeria's dynamic development sector places rising importance on inclusive storytelling and gender equality, making this role vital in crafting narratives that support adolescent empowerment. UNICEF’s presence in Nigeria contributes extensively to social change, and your design work will have a meaningful impact within this context.
While the salary details are not disclosed, this consultancy offers a chance to enhance your portfolio with international development projects and deepen your experience in gender-focused visual communication. Successful consultants often advance to roles involving multimedia design or gender advocacy in NGOs and UN bodies.
To make your application stand out, emphasize your experience creating culturally authentic illustrations and your involvement in gender or adolescent empowerment projects. Include samples of published work and highlight your proficiency with digital illustration software. Demonstrating familiarity with inclusive design and multilingual projects will also strengthen your candidacy.
UNICEF invites qualified illustrators passionate about adolescent development and gender equality to apply for this Illustration and Graphic Design Consultant position before the closing date of June 23, 2026. This opportunity offers a platform to contribute creatively to important social narratives while working with a leading international organization.
