Graphic Designer

The designer will create visually compelling designs for various materials, including reports, social media graphics, and multimedia content, strictly following the corporate identity and brand guide. This role also involves producing digital content like infographics and videos to boost online engagement and exploring emerging design formats.

Responsibilities

• Design and production: Following an existing corporate identity and brand guide, create visually compelling designs for a range of materials, including reports, social media graphics and multimedia content
• Ensure strict adherence to ACF’s brand identity guidelines and proactively suggest improvements to strengthen visual consistency across platforms
• Provide templates, style guides, and quick-reference toolkits for staff to use when external design support is not available
• Respond to requests from various ACF departments for design and production outputs
• Design materials for high-level events, donor engagements, and advocacy campaigns, ensuring cultural relevance and audience resonance
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with the Communications teams to understand design requirements and deliver appropriate solutions
• Content Creation: Produce digital content such as infographics and videos to enhance online engagement
• Explore emerging design formats (motion graphics, interactive content, short-form video, etc.) to broaden engagement with different audiences
• Project Management: Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to deadlines
• Quality Assurance: Review and proof designs to ensure accuracy and quality before final approval

Requirements

• A Degree or Diploma in relevant graphic or multimedia design
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant, professional experience working as a Graphic Designer, with a portfolio
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and related programmes like Canva etc.
• Basic knowledge of video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects) is an advantage
• Familiarity with web design principles and tools (e.g. WordPress) is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to incorporate feedback effectively
• Creative thinker with a passion for design and storytelling
• Adaptable and open to learning new skills and techniques
• Commitment to the organisation's values and mission
• Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural and pan-African contexts
• Understanding of climate, development, or social justice issues is an advantage

Benefits

• Equal Opportunities and Data Protection
• The ACF strives to be an equitable organisation with a team which reflects the diversity of Africa

Key Skills