- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience3 – 5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldMedia / Advertising / Branding
About the Position
The Graphic Designer will lead and coordinate the development of visual content for ITDP’s communications efforts across African countries. This role involves creating graphics, designing publications, infographics, and marketing collateral, as well as supporting social media content. The Graphic Designer will collaborate closely with ITDP team members across the Africa region to ensure high-quality visual communication that effectively conveys ITDP’s mission, programs, and impact.
The Graphic Designer will report to the Communications Manager and work with ITDP staff on various projects, including event marketing and social media campaigns.
Responsibilities
- Design high-quality graphics, infographics, and visual content for publications, reports, and presentations using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator.
- Create marketing collateral for events such as banners, social media graphics, posters, and brochures.
- Develop and maintain brand guidelines and templates for consistent visual representation across all platforms.
- Assist in the preparation of social media graphics and other visual content to support blogs and newsletters.
- Implement visual design strategies that enhance ITDP’s communications across social media and other digital channels.
- Support the production of design materials for events, workshops, and campaigns, including layout and formatting of reports.
- Collaborate with team members to produce engaging and visually compelling storytelling content for ITDP’s website, proposals, and reports.
- Ensure the design and visual identity align with ITDP’s branding and communication objectives.
Qualifications
- At least three to five years of relevant experience in graphic design, preferably in a communications or marketing environment.
- Excellent proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and other design software.
- Ability to distil complex information into visually compelling and clear designs.
- Highly detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Experience in creating design materials for both print and digital media.
- Strong understanding of visual storytelling, branding, and content creation for social media.
- Proficiency in design tools such as Photoshop, Canva, and FIGMA, with a willingness to learn new tools.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Method of Application
Interested applicants can apply by sending the following information to africajobs@itdp.org with “Graphic Designer, [Preferred Country]” in the subject line: africajobs@itdp.org
- Resume and cover letter.
- Portfolio showcasing a range of design projects, including branding, infographics, publication layouts, and digital marketing materials.