Graphic design and layout for TIDE programme reports and knowledge products.

General Assembly Resolution 2186 (XXI) decided to “bring into operations the United Nations Capital Development Fund as an organ of the General Assembly which shall function as an autonomous organization of the United Nations. The UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) assists developing countries, especially least developing countries, in the development of their economies by supplementing existing sources of capital assistance by means of grants, loans, and guarantees. UNCDF’s vision is to help mobilize and catalyze an increase of capital flows for SDG impactful investments to Member States to address the most pressing development challenges facing vulnerable communities in these countries and thereby contribute to sustainable economic growth and equitable prosperity. UNCDF utilizes its unique capability in the UN system to deploy grants, loans and guarantees to crowding finance for the scaling of development impact. UNCDF focuses on where the needs are greatest, a deliberate focus and capability rooted in UNCDF’s unique investment mandate to support the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the realization of the Doha Programme of Action for the least developed countries, 2022–2031. UNCDF’s work is focused on six priority areas, including: - Sub-national and local infrastructure financing - Women-owned enterprise financing - Nature and climate financing - Energy and decarbonization finance - Sustainable food systems financing - Inclusive digital finance

As per its Strategic Framework, UNCDF responds to Member States requests for assistance by providing targeted technical and financial advisory services on investments for development outcomes, designing bespoke financial structuring solutions, undertaking financial derisking of investments, and enhancing investment readiness of SDG aligned projects in partnership with private sector, UNOs, International and Local Finance Institutions, Development Finance Institutions as well as Foundations and Philanthropy, among others. UNCDF works to develop local financial systems, new markets and mobilize and crowd in capital from public and private sources. UNCDF is driven by a partnership mindset which enables it to deploy its different capital capabilities in highly tailored and responsive ways in order to mobilize investments flows from other sources, in particular from the private sector. By structuring transactions which are highly impactful but also recognize the need for multiplying the impact of its own capital, UNCDF seeks to position itself as a preferred partner for different stakeholders. Following a recent restructuring, UNCDF’s organizational set up includes an Investment and Implementation Division (IID), Investment and Finance Oversight Division (IFOD), Operations and Oversight Division (OD) and a Directorate of the Executive Office. UNCDF staff and personnel are located in regional hubs based in Dakar (Senegal), Nairobi (Kenya) and Bangkok (Thailand) with sub-regional presence in a number of locations in the Caribbean and Pacific Regions. UNCDF is led by an Executive Secretary based out of New York, USA. Pursuant to General Assembly resolution 2321(XXII, para 1.a), the Administrator of the UNDP performs the function of the Managing Director of UNCDF. UNCDF is overseen by the Executive Board of United Nations Development Fund (UNDP), United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) and performs the function of the Executive Board of UNCDF. As part of the Directorate, the Regional Communication and Advocacy Specialist supports the UNCDF East and Southern Africa and Arab States Regional office and works with the Strategic Communications Team to elevate UNCDF’s corporate positioning both internally and externally, strengthen brand visibility and thought leadership by leading the development, harmonization, and amplification of communication activities and deliverables in line with overall business strategy, priority areas and upcoming Strategic Framework.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Regional Communication and Advocacy Specialist for the East and Southern Africa Region or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the online volunteer will provide graphic design and layout support for reports and other knowledge products developed under the Tanzania Inclusive Digital Economies (TIDE) programme ensuring full compliance with UNCDF branding and visual identity guidelines. The volunteer will be responsible for the following tasks: - Design and layout various reports for the TIDE project, applying UNCDF brand guidelines, templates, and visual standards consistently across all sections. - Transform approved written content, data, tables, and figures into clear, professional, and visually coherent report layouts. - Develop and refine visual elements, including charts, tables, infographics, icons, and other graphical components, to enhance data presentation and readability. - Execute document layout, formatting, and design revisions based on feedback from UNCDF technical and communications teams. - Review draft and final layouts and propose design improvements to strengthen clarity, consistency, and overall visual quality. - Manage the design process from initial concept to final delivery of print-ready and web-optimized versions of the report. - Prepare final files in accordance with UNCDF technical specifications for printing and digital dissemination. - Ensure a high standard of quality assurance, including accurate formatting, alignment, and typographical consistency, with a strong emphasis on error prevention. - Organize and maintain design files and versions in line with UNCDF file management and archiving practices. - Maintain regular communication with UNCDF regional comms lead to ensure alignment on design expectations, timelines, and deliverables. The volunteer is expected to deliver these services in a timely manner and as stated in this description of action, focusing exclusively on graphic design and layout support for the assignment.