Illustrator for Equine-Assisted Manual and Checklist

Nature of the consultancy : Category B . Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM), with the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (MHPSS); and, in collaboration with other relevant staff of the Unit, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for the production of illustrations for different programmatic MHPSS documents in English and Ukrainian languages.

Project Context and Scope: IOM Ukraine operates a comprehensive Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) programme that integrates emergency response, recovery, and long-term resilience-building. Psychological consultations are provided through mobile psychosocial teams, including psychological first aid, and focused counseling. The programme also implements a wide-scale community-based MHPSS approach grounded in the IOM Manual on Community-Based Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergencies and Displacement. This includes: structured psychosocial activities such as art, music, crafts, excursions, and sports to foster community resilience; capacity-building and awareness-raising initiatives for local actors and community organizations; integration of MHPSS into livelihood frameworks, including emotional support and life skills development; structured interventions like Equine-Assisted Psychosocial Support and tailored support for persons after amputation, supported by manuals and visual materials currently under design.

The consultant is expected to provide illustration support toward the development of:

1) a set of illustrations on Equine-Assisted Psychosocial Support programme for veterans and families of veterans, illustrating different horse behaviors, interactions between horses and veterans and other participants, details of the stables and diagrams on psychosocial theories.

Organizational Department / Unit to which the Consultant is contributing: Response, Recovery, Resilience (3R), Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)

RESPONSIBILITIES

Category B Consultants: Tangible and measurable outputs of the work assignment

The Illustrator will work on the designing and layout of several research and communications products, including:

• Illustrations for Equine-Assisted Manual and Checklist (English and Ukrainian versions):

• Up to thirty (30) illustrations showcasing horse behaviors, interactions with veterans, and stable environments, including one front-page illustration for the EAPSS Manual.

• Up to twenty (20) illustrations showcasing horse behaviors, and stable environments for the EAPSS Horses and Stable checklist.

Performance indicators for the evaluation of results

• All design files, photos and supporting files used in the designing process and a final PDF version will be delivered.
• The final deliverables should be submitted electronically to IOM focal point mentioned in the initial request.
• The assignment must be completed as per a mutually agreed date.
• The final version of the reports must adhere to IOM Brand Guidelines, IOM Style Manual and IOM Spelling Guideline.
• Regular update of status of the work to IOM project team/assigned focal person.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience and/or skills required

• Bachelor's Degree in Digital Art or Illustration or any other related qualifications, with at least 5 years of work experience in Illustration.
• Strong theoretical and practical background in illustration, including the use of illustration softwares.
• Proven experience of illustration production from start to published/printed product with knowledge of printing processes (offset and digital) and color management.
• At least 3 examples of previous works should be demonstrated.
• Previous experience in working in the UN system is an asset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and respect diversity.
• Teamwork oriented but with a capacity to work independently.
  Excellent writing and communication skills.

Travel required:

No

Required Competencies

IOM's competency framework can be found at this link . Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

• IOM covers Consultants against occupational accidents and illnesses under the Compensation Plan (CP), free of charge, for the duration of the consultancy. IOM does not provide evacuation or medical insurance for reasons related to non-occupational accidents and illnesses. Consultants are responsible for their own medical insurance for non-occupational accident or illness and will be required to provide written proof of such coverage before commencing work.

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