Multimedia Communication Assistant, Astana, Kazakhstan

General

Description of assignment title: Multimedia Communication Assistant

Assignment country: Kazakhstan

Duty stations: Astana

Work location: On UN premises

Expected start date: 08/24/2026

Duration: 9 months(with possibility of extension)Long-term benefits and allowances

Sustainable Development Goal: 3. Good health and well-being

Host entity: WHO

Modality: Onsite

Type: National

Volunteer category: Associate UCoS from Apr2026

Work schedule: Part-time

Number of Assignments: 1

Details

Mission and objectives:

• Founded in 1948, WHO is the United Nations agency that connects nations, partners and people to promote health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable - so everyone, everywhere can attain the highest level of health.

Context:

• Working with 194 Member States, across six regions, and from more than 150 offices, WHO staff are united in the shared commitment to achieve better health for everyone, everywhere. Together we strive to combat diseases - communicable diseases like influenza and HIV, and non-communicable diseases like cancer and heart disease. We help mothers and children survive and thrive so they can look forward to a healthy old age. We ensure the safety of the air people breathe, the food they eat, the water they drink - and the medicines and vaccines they need. Our primary role is to direct and coordinate international health within the United Nations system. Our main areas of work are health systems; health through the life-course; immunization; digitalization of health system; non-communicable and communicable diseases; preparedness, surveillance and response; and corporate services.
• In today's digital-first environment, effective outreach requires more than information alone. To reach and engage audiences meaningfully, organizations must invest in high-quality visual and multimedia content. Strong graphic design, compelling videos, and clear, concise key messages are essential to cut through information overload, build trust, and ensure messages are understood and remembered. Quality visuals and videos significantly enhance visibility, credibility, and reach across digital platforms, making them a critical component of modern communication and advocacy efforts.

Task description:

• Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Communication Officer or her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will:
• 1. Design and produce high‑quality visual content (including infographics, social media visuals, reports, presentations, and campaign materials) to support health promotion, awareness, and policy communication.
• 2. Responsible for production and editing of short videos and multimedia products (e.g. interviews, explainers, reels, clips) including subtitles to enhance outreach on health systems, disease prevention, preparedness, immunization, and other priority programmes.
• 3. Support digital communication efforts by adapting content for websites, social media platforms, and online campaigns to increase reach, engagement, and visibility.
• 4. Contribute to communication planning for campaigns, observance days, and emergency or priority public health responses, including rapid production of visual and messaging assets when required.

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• 5. Make professional and high-quality photos during events and missions.
• 6. Perform any other related duties as required to support WHO's communication objectives and strengthen the impact of health messaging at country, regional, or global level.
• 7. Working hours from 11:00 AM to 16:00 PM.

Eligibility criteria

Age: 18 - 80

Required experience: 1 month

Nationality: Candidate must be a national, legal resident or hold refugee status in the country of assignment.

Assignment requirements

Relevant experience:

• 2 years

Languages:

• Kazakh, Level: Fluent, Required
• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level:

• Secondary education

Competencies and values:

• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism
• Self-management

Skills and experience:

• Experience in graphic design, including the ability to create high‑quality, audience‑focused visual materials.
• Experience in video recording and editing and multimedia production skills for digital and social media platforms.
• Strong professional photography skills, including composition, lighting, post‑production, and ethical visual storytelling.
• also technical knowledge in:
• Adobe Creative Cloud (e.g. Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects)
• Canva (for rapid content production)
• DaVinci Resolve and/or Final Cut Pro (for video editing)
• Other relevant video and multimedia editing tools as appropriate
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment;
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.

Area(s) of expertise:

• Art, design, culture, Communication, advocacy, public information, General and specialised medicine

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