Terms of Reference: Graphic Designer

Position: Graphic Designer

Company: Dinovate Solutions

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Duration: Full time

Background:

Dinovate Solutions is a strategic and development communication firm based in Abuja. We create disruptive solutions and innovative ideas that help transform our clients’ brands. We have worked with the government, international organizations, donors, and non-governmental organizations to create campaigns that increase public awareness on key issues. We provide a full suite of communications support to our clients, which includes branding, public relations, filmmaking and documentaries, media relations, advertising, digital communications, event communications, etc.

Position Summary:

Dinovate uses various visual products, including infographics and data visualization, to help clients convey the enormous amount of work that is being done on a local and global scale. They are used on project websites, social media, and advocacy reports.

We are looking for a self-motivated and professional graphic designer/data visualization specialist to support in producing various print and digital visualization products and to support all our project communications. Under the Head of Communications, the Graphic Designer will work as part of the communications team to develop and deliver designs for various advocacy documents, branding, marketing, and promotional materials for events, products, and services. The graphic designer will work on a wide range of projects and media, using various software programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet organizational goals.

Scope of Work:

The graphic designer will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Working closely with the communication specialists, design and create visual materials for various development projects and initiatives, including advocacy documents, brochures, reports, presentations, social media graphics, and other promotional materials.
• Collaborating with project teams to understand their communication needs and develop appropriate design solutions
• Maintaining the company’s visual identity and ensuring consistency in all design work
• Managing the company’s visual assets, including logos, images, and other graphics
• Providing support for the organization’s events and campaigns, including creating promotional materials and designing event graphics
• Suggest ways on how best to visualize specific data and information
• Ensure user-friendly formats, layout, and design and that all publications, reports and products are produced in line with clients branding /visual/ graphic guidelines
• Deliver creative and innovative ideas for print, electronic, web-based and animated product
• Translate data into graphic elements – infographics, factographs

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in graphic design or a related field
• At least 3 years of professional experience in graphic design, preferably in the development sector
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and other design software
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow brand guidelines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders, including NGOs, government agencies, and communities
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other languages is an asset

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your qualifications and experience align with the requirements
• A resume or CV outlining your education and work experience
• A portfolio showcasing your design work

Applications should be sent to recruitments@dinovate.com by January 7, 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.