Consultant – Typesetting and Design for UNODC Repository

About the role

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) seeks a qualified consultant to typeset and design an 80‑page Repository of Best Practices. The work will be performed remotely and must deliver print‑ready and web‑optimised PDFs that meet UNODC visual standards.

Key responsibilities

• Fully typeset and design the Repository (≈80 pages) in print‑ready CMYK PDF and web‑optimised RGB PDF.
• Provide all source/working files (InDesign package or equivalent open format).
• Incorporate consolidated revision comments into final corrected PDFs.
• Create a reusable layout template package for future publications.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in graphic design, visual communication, publishing or related field, or a first‑level degree plus two years of experience.
• Minimum five years of progressive experience in typesetting, graphic design and layout for publications.
• Proven experience producing both print‑ready and web‑optimised publications.
• Fluency in English (oral and written); knowledge of French or another UN language is an advantage.

Required skills

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Desktop publishing software (equivalent tools)

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑visibility UN publication.
• Remote work with flexible schedule.
• Professional collaboration with UNODC’s Global Programme on Cybercrime.