Duties and ResponsibilitiesPurpose of the Assignment:The purpose of this consultancy is to develop a website for each of three European Union funded projects implemented by UNODC in Nigeria:(i) Response to Drugs and Related Organized Crime in Nigeria;(ii) Support to the Justice Sector in Nigeria;(iii) Support to Anti-Corruption in Nigeria.Specific tasks to be performed by the consultantUnder the direct supervision of the Outreach and Communication Officer and in coordination with the project teams, the consultant will design a website for the three projects with appropriate user interface, ensuring that all design elements and templates work within a variety of browser types and screen settings.The consultant will be responsible for the following duties:
Design and launch three websites, based on UNODC’s requirements, using a web content management system that will be easy to use for a variety of purposes, including search engine, social media applications interface, mobile internet use, creation of additional web pages, etc.;
Upon design and launch of the websites, train selected staff to update the website contents using applicable tools;
Create web linkage to the project Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other social media pages, as well as to the websites of UNODC, European Commission and in-country project partners;
Create feature webpages within the website as required, including calendar of events, what’s new, quick links, FAQs, etc. as well as flash player/animation for photo and video uploads and visitor counter;
Provide technical support for initial administration and updating of the website.
Consultancy milestones:
Consultation with designated staff for initial assessment of consultancy needs and to discuss design ideas;
Development and submission of a consultancy work plan;
Collation of information and materials for designing the websites;
Development and design of the websites: two sample designs per project is required;
Presentation of designs for reviews, comments and additional information;
Modification of designs based on suggestions by the reviewers and creation of additional webpages and interactive functions;
Presentation of modified designs for final approval by UNODC;
Any other amendments to the designs;
Launch of website;
Training of staff in website administration and update;
Limited time support for initial administration and update.
Expected tangible and measurable outputs:
Three websites creatively and innovatively designed and launched, user friendly and easy to navigate and update;
Training of staff in website administration and update;
Limited time initial technical support for website administration and update.
Duration of consultancy:The consultancy is designed to be executed within thirty (30) working days from June to November, 2015.Remuneration:Successful candidate will be remunerated in an agreed ratio of about four (4) instalments tied to different deliverables as will be stated in the contract.Criteria to evaluate the consultant’s performance:
Substantive and technical quality of the websites;
Timeliness of submission of all outputs/deliverables;
Acceptance of the required outputs by UNODC.
CompetenciesCorporate Competencies:
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Highest standard of integrity, discretion and loyalty.
Functional Competencies:
Excellent understanding of organisational issues;
Commitment to professionalism;
In-depth and extensive technical knowledge of web design and the use of web design tools such as HTML5, CSS, JS, Java and Google Analytics, Drupal, and relevant software applications;
Ability to visualize creative and innovative designs for websites and presentations;
Ability to analyze project needs and translate them into creative web solutions;
Ability to create web banners and flash animations;
Advanced graphic design skills;
Exceptional artistic and aesthetic skills with a good sense of colours, visualizations, designs and layouts;
Excellent communication skills and ability to pay attention to details;
Commitment to quality;
Commitment to deadlines;
Objectivity, honesty and fairness;
Logic and ability to operate systematically;
Excellent oral and writing communication skills;
Timely and accurate submission of reports and other required documents;
Substantive and linguistic quality of documents prepared;
Commitment to confidentiality of the assignment and handing over of products and documents paid for by UNODC used in the delivery of consultancy outputs.
Required Skills and ExperienceEducation:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information technology or any relevant field, plus certification or advanced training in web design, web management and application
Experience:
At least five years practical and active experience in website development and design;
Knowledge of the context in which non-profit organizations operate will be an advantage.
Language:
Fluency in English;
Working knowledge of some major Nigeria Languages is an advantage.
Additionally:
The consultant will ensure that stakeholders are shielded from needless risk of harm or embarrassment and proceed with their willing and informed cooperation;
The consultant should maintain objectivity and exercise professional integrity in the conduct of the assessment and all related activities;
UNODC retains the proprietary rights to any information collected or produced from the consultancy.
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