Job Purpose:

The purpose of the consultancy is to support the development of the multimedia elements of the online course, including the deployment of all the materials in a learning management system.

More specifically, this means that
the consultant should propose, design, and develop all the multimedia/graphic content of the work (video/audio/text/animations) including all interactivities (quizzes, interactive videos, tests etc.), in an appropriate manner to keep the participants engaged while working closely with subject matter experts that are responsible for ensuring that the technical content is relevant and to the point. UNFPA will provide draft storyboards to the multimedia consultant that will include all the technical content that must be covered in the course.

It will be the responsibility of the multimedia consultant to adjust/summarize/rephrase the content in the storyboards to align with the appropriate mode of delivery.

The objective is to develop high-quality and engaging course materials that will enhance the capacity of UNFPA staff and partners to better manage the quantification process.

 

You would be responsible for:

Under the overall direction of the Head of Demand and Supply Planning and guidance from the Quantification training package development team, the consultant will be responsible for performing the following activities:

1. Review and analyze all the existing course content to ensure the topic is well understood and elaborate on the appropriate learning methods (video/audio/quizzes/interactivities etc.).Content that will be provided by UNFPA includes:
   1. Draft storyboards/scripts for voice-over or text (with limited instructions on the design/multi-media)
   2. Draft exercises
   3. Draft quizzes
   4. Draft samples/attachments
   5. UNFPA’s visual design
   6. UNFPA’s proposed mode of delivery
2. Propose the appropriate visual design and mode of delivery for all lessons throughout the course including quizzes, assessments, and evaluation methods/criteria taking into account UNFPA’s preference. The mode of delivery for each lesson may include interactive videos, videos with voiceover, text with animations, etc.The proposal should also include the design and setup of the learning management system.
   1. Note 1: UNFPA expects most course content to be delivered as interactive videos with voiceover with embedded quizzes/assessments.
   2. Note 2: UNFPA is open to any adjustments to the existing draft content (storyboards/scripts, exercises, quizzes etc.) to better align with the visual design and mode of delivery.
3. Deliver a functional prototype, i.e. multiple samples of the module/lesson design in its draft format to demonstrate the various modes of delivery (videos with audio, interactive videos, interactive readings, quizzes, tests, etc).The functional prototype should demonstrate the outcome as close as possible to the final format.
4. Delivery of all modules/lessons using an appropriate authoring tool, such as Articulate 360 rise/storyline or similar. Each element of the course should go through at least 2 rounds of feedback reviews to ensure that the content aligns with the expectations from UNFPA before being considered as delivered. The delivery should include but is not limited to:
   1. Refinement of draft storyboards/scripts /quizzes /exercises/readings/glossaries/attachments, etc.to align with the mode of delivery
   2. Transfer of all materials into the agreed multimedia format using appropriate authoring tools.
5. Set up the course in the learning management system (e.g. Moodle) and establish/embed relevant assessments/evaluations to measure learners’ progress and knowledge throughout the course. Work includes
   1. Designing the page visuals and navigation, deploying all the online course content as well as the related attachments (exercises, reading materials, templates etc) in a user-friendly format.
   2. Developing and incorporating appropriate course evaluation systems at each step of the course in order for the facilitators to follow the learning of the participants and provide feedback appropriately.
6. Test and quality assure the materials.
7. Orient course administrators on how to manage and update the content if needed.
8. Deliver final content: SCORM package of the e-learning modules in Gold version, deployed in a Learning management system per UNFPA’s requirements.
9. Licences for necessary tools/softwares will be provided by UNFPA.

Qualifications and Experience:

 

Minimum 6 years of experience in multimedia development and creation of high-quality online trainings.

• The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 3 years for candidates who possess a relevant first-level or advanced university degree.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of new media skills; Application experience with Articulate 360 (rise/storyline), adobe premiere, Vyond, Panopto or Prezi.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge in video/audio editing, animation, graphic design, and instructional design.
• Strong competence in project management and excellent communication skills.
• Experience in establishing and structuring e-learning materials in learning management systems (LMS).
• Previous experience in UN or international organizations is an asset.

Languages:

• Fluency in English is required