Graphic Designer at Babban Gona

Babban Gona is an award winning, high impact, financially sustainable and highly scalable social enterprise, part-owned by the farmers we serve. Babban Gona, was created to specifically attract youth to agriculture and away from the looming instability of extremist groups.

We accomplish this by franchising thousands of farmer cooperatives across Nigeria, dramatically increasing the profitability of the smallholder members 2.5 times above the national average. This dramatic increase in net income is accomplished by delivering an integrated holistic package of training, farm inputs and marketing services, on credit. Babban Gona has been able to deliver this credit while maintaining one of the highest repayment rates in the world, currently above 99%, leveraging our comprehensive 8 levels of risk mitigation.

We developed the model with our partners that include His Highness Muhammad Sanusi II, the Sarkin (Emir) Kano, Nestle, IITA, DfID, USAID, GIZ, AGRA, BMGF, Skoll, Kiva, FMCB, Mulago, GIF and Rockefeller Foundation amongst others.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Zip / Postal Code: 101245
Location: Lagos

Key Responsibilities

• Study design briefs and determine requirements
• Schedule projects and define budget constraints
• Conceptualize visuals based on requirements
• Prepare rough drafts and present ideas
• Develop illustrations, logos and other designs using different design softwares
• Use the appropriate colors and layouts for each graphic
• Work with copywriters, social media manager and brand analysts to produce final design
• Test graphics across various media, and amend designs after feedback
• Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand
• Use digital illustration, photo editing software, and layout software to create designs
• Create visual elements such as logos, original images, and illustrations to help deliver a message
• Design layouts, including selection of colors, images, and typefaces
• Present design concepts to team lead
• Incorporate changes recommended by clients or art directors into final designs
• Review designs for errors before printing or publishing them
• Define requirements, visualize and create graphics including illustrations, logos, layouts and photos.
• Shape the visual aspects of websites, fliers, posters, books, magazines, product packaging, exhibitions and more.

Reporting Line:

• This position reports to Head, Brand Marketing & Corporate Communications.

Requirements
Proven Design Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Fine Arts or related field
• Proven graphic designing experience
• A strong portfolio of illustrations or other graphics
• Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Work Experience: 0-1 year.

Other Requirements:

• Creative flair and a strong ability to translate requirements into design
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Dropbox, and Google applications

Start Up Environment:

• Thrives in a fast paced, start-up environment with dynamic business priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health Insurance
• Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Annual paid vacation
• Group Life Insurance.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.