National Consultants​/Three; Photographers

Position: National Consultants - / Three (3) Photographers will be hired Organizational contextUN Women's Country Office in Georgia supports gender equality and women's empowerment through various thematic areas including Women, Peace and Security, Elimination of Violence against Women, and Social and Economic Empowerment. The office aims to implement international commitments to advance gender equality at the national level, working with government and civil society partners.Job purposeThis role supports UN Women's communication strategy by producing multimedia products, specifically photo documentaries and reports, to promote the organization's work in Georgia. The purpose is to enhance public discussion and awareness on critical issues such as Gender Based Violence and Domestic Violence, contributing to gender equality and poverty reduction. The photography will highlight UN Women's interventions with beneficiaries and cover project events across various regions, utilizing social media and corporate websites for outreach to primary (women and girls) and secondary (local governments, public) target groups.ResponsibilitiesThe National Consultant will be responsible for capturing high-resolution images of UN Women's programme activities across Georgia, ensuring each photograph is accurately captioned with details like location and names for portraits. A minimum of 1000 high-quality photographs must be provided, with copyright belonging to UN Women. The consultant is expected to provide creative input for photo shoots, supply all necessary technical equipment including cameras and lighting systems, and possess a high-resolution digital camera. Deliverables include a collection of photographs in various formats for printing and web use, sample photo essays of project beneficiaries, and edited, captioned pictures for online stories.EducationAn advanced university degree in humanities, social sciences, or a related field is required. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree in a relevant field combined with two additional years of professional experience may be accepted. A minimum of five years of professional photography experience is needed for Master's degree holders, or seven years for Bachelor's degree holders.Work experienceA minimum of five years of professional experience as a photographer is required for candidates with a Master's degree, or seven years for those with a Bachelor's degree. Demonstrated experience in managing and implementing photography projects is essential. Experience in producing photo reports and documentary photography, particularly focusing on women's rights and gender equality issues within Georgia, is also required.SkillsAbility to take high quality photographsCreative and artistic approach to photo shootingAvailability and willingness to travel in-countryAbility to work in a teamRequired languagesGeorgianDesired languagesEnglish