Creative Infographic Designer (Communications and Advocacy for Social Impact) at Policy Innovation Centre

The Policy Innovation Centre (PIC) is Africa's first national institutionalized behavioral initiative. We support governments and stakeholders in making behaviorally informed decisions and generating evidence for impactful interventions in key areas: Global Health, Education, Innovative Digital Solutions, Agriculture, Climate and Food Security, Poverty, Livelihoods, and Jobs, Governance, Gender Inclusion

Initiated by the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), and funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) in 2017, the PIC was launched in October 2021 after the success of the interim Policy Innovation Unit (PIU). We provide evidence-driven, contextually relevant, and sustainable solutions to development issues through Behavioral Diagnostics, human-centered design, and Sustainable Delivery.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Creative Infographic Designer (Communications and Advocacy for Social Impact)

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Temporary
Employment Type: Fixed Term
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Overview

• Whether it is redesigning governance to eradicate hunger or ending poverty through innovative digital solutions, we are excited to engage a passionate & young Creative Infographic Designer with an intensive & solid 4 years of experience for a variety of films who wants to contribute to our vision of delivering better policies and innovative solutions for social impact.
• We value the opportunity to work with future leaders who want to grow personally and professionally and create impact in the social impact sector. During this 6 months program, you will be able to see the direct outputs of your work while navigating through your journey of changing the world.

Your Role

• Do you have an experience that makes our mission meaningful to you personally? As a Management Associate (master's degree holder) or a Management Executive (bachelor's degree holder) at the Policy Innovation Centre (PIC), you will have the chance to contribute to our initiatives through engaging, meaningful work assignments.
• You'll work across different thematic areas in the organization including Global Health, Education, Innovative Digital Solutions, Agriculture, Climate and Food Security, Poverty, Livelihoods, and Jobs, Governance, and Gender Inclusion. This is your chance to enhance our creative and digital in-house offerings, working on diverse projects that span print and digital media.

Job Responsibilities

• Create compelling infographics that visually communicate complex information.
• Develop designs for digital media, print materials, presentations, and social media.
• Design motion graphics and animations to enhance storytelling.
• Interpret briefs from partners and internal stakeholders.
• Present design concepts for feedback and approval.
• Collaborate with project managers, copywriters, and data analysts.
• Research and gather data to inform infographic designs.
• Ensure designs adhere to brand guidelines.
• Develop mini-brands and campaign concepts.
• Create optimized designs for web and print.
• Review and revise designs based on feedback.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure high standards.
• Maintain organized project files and version control.
• Manage multiple design projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Update project management tools and communicate status updates.
• Work within budget constraints.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of infographics. Gather user feedback and engagement metrics. Adjust design strategies based on performance data.
• Support branding processes, website redesigns, and multimedia communications.
• Contribute to the development of design standards and guidelines.

Requirements

• Degree or Certification in Visual Art, Graphic Design, Digital Design, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in a busy agency environment.
• Proven experience in creative design for digital and print media.
• Experience with financial presentations and thematic areas is a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong visual content creation and storytelling abilities.
• Ability to conceptualize and execute compelling narratives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of business environments.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
• Adaptability to new technologies and trends.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends.
• Available for a full-time 6-month internship.
• Ability to create visual strategies that advance organizational goals.

Skills:

• Expertise in graphic design principles and visual storytelling
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and other design tools
• Strong conceptual thinking, typographical, and visualization skills
• Ability to translate complex data into clear visuals
• Experience in print and digital design, including UX/UI and responsive design
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Knowledge of brand guidelines and marketing strategies
• Up-to-date with design trends and industry standards
• Flexible and adaptable to new tools and techniques
• Positive attitude and strong problem-solving abilities

Attributes:

• Creative and innovative
• Detail-oriented
• Technically proficient
• Excellent communicator
• Highly organized
• Team player
• Analytical thinker
• Adaptable and flexible
• Strong conceptual skills
• Passionate and enthusiastic

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation based on experience
• The program provides candidates with broad experience in communication and advocacy
• Opportunity to work with local and international impact organizations
• You may have the chance at the end of the temporary assignment to:
  • Join PIC as a full-time employee
  • Explore new opportunities outside of PIC with our full support

Application Closing Date
14th July, 2024.