Position Summary:
The consultant (graphic designer) will provide technical assistance for the design and development of a wide-range of communication and outreach materials in compliance with the international development organization’s marking and branding plan. The consultant will provide ongoing services, as needed, for a period not to exceed 30 total days spread over 6 months.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Graphic Designer will report to the Chief of Party; s/he will work most directly with the Reporting Officer and other field team members as necessary.
Primary Responsibilities:
Design standardized templates for organizational logo, letterhead, business cards, presentations, newsletters, brochures, banners, posters, training manuals, plaques and any other communication and outreach materials.
Provide guidance to and training for the Reporting Officer, and other team members as identified, in the use of graphic design software (Corel Draw, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, etc.).
Work with project field teams to create engaging and visually aesthetic designs for marking and branding activities.
In coordination with the Reporting Officer, liaise with third party printers to ensure adherence to specified requirements and supervise printing of communication materials to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Conceptualize, create and contextualize graphic designs that communicate complex ideas, in various languages (English, Pigeon English, Fulani, Hausa, Kanuri) effectively across varied audiences, including literacy-challenged individuals.
·Work with the Reporting Officer to ensure compliance with and adherence to the organization’s approved marking and branding plan across all designs and templates created.
Any other duties, commensurate with ability, necessary to fulfill responsibilities of the consultancy.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Degree in commercial art, fine arts, art history, visual/graphic design, visual communication, or other closely related discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in graphic design and/or desktop publishing with a large and diverse portfolio of work.
Advanced skills in desktop publishing applications including, but not limited to: Corel Draw, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work independently, think creatively and apply problem-solving skills, and provide technical supervision when necessary.
Strong time management and organizational skills and demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships is essential.
Ability and willingness to coach, mentor and train others in all of the aforementioned areas.
Proficient oral and written communication skills in English required.
Must reside in Abuja to ensure availability within a short notice period during the duration of the contract.
Applicants for this position MUST submit the following documents to nigeria_recruitment@neri-nigeria.com by July 29, 2016:Please reference the job title and location on the subject line, your cover letter and resume/CV.Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
nigeria_recruitment@neri-nigeria.com
