The Communications Officer (Design) will be part of the Communication and Policy Engagement (CPE) team and will be responsible for developing impactful visual communication materials. The candidate should have a strong grasp of digital and print design, along with an understanding of digital communication channels (including social media), their content formats, and how to strategically leverage them to create engaging outputs.
Responsibilities
- Engage with internal research teams to understand design requirements and discuss creative ideas and approaches.
- Interpret briefs and develop appropriate design concepts and strategies for a range of communication materials.
- Design layouts for research reports, brochures, presentations, web pages, and posters.
- Translate complex or scientific data into clear and visually engaging infographics for publications such as reports and policy briefs.
- Conceptualise and design outputs for social media campaigns and digital outreach.
- Develop creatives for events, including banners, standees, posters, and brochures.
- Research and stay updated on design trends, tools, and technologies to enhance output quality.
- Ensure consistency in all design outputs, maintaining alignment with the organisation’s branding and visual identity guidelines.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master's degree in visual communication, graphic design, or a related field.
Skill Set
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of online tools such as Figma, Canva, Mailerlite, and Miro.
- Sketching skills in various mediums (pencil, water colour, dry pastels, colour pencils, etc.).
- An eye for detail with regard to layout, colour, fonts, and printing techniques.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with efficiency.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet strict deadlines
