Digital Design Officer at Youth Initiative for Advocacy, Growth & Advancement (YIAGA)

Youth Initiative for Advocacy, Growth & Advancement (YIAGA) aka Youth Action Initiative Africa is a youth-based non-governmental organization that promotes democratic governance, human rights and youth political participation. YIAGA focuses on in-depth research, capacity development and public policy advocacy. Since its inception, the organization has carved a niche for itself as one of Nigeria’s frontline youth civil society organization promoting participatory democracy, human rights and active civic participation. With its operational base in Abuja, Nigeria, YIAGA started off in 2007 as a student association in University of Jos, Plateau State. Registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission CAC/IT/No.38620, YIAGA seeks to launch itself as an innovative "youth think and do” tank poised with the onerous mandate of enhancing the quality of democratic governance, human rights enforcement and youth political participation in Nigeria and Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Digital Design Officer

Locations: Abuja, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time (On-site)
Department: IT
Duration of Initial Contract: Four(4) Months

Job Details

• At Yiaga Africa Initiative, we seek an exceptional candidate to support our Information Technology (IT) Department as a Digital Design Officer. 
• Yiaga Africa is committed to achieving a diverse, vibrant, innovative, and engaged workforce working to achieve the organization’s vision of a people-driven, developed, and democratic Africa. 
• Yiaga Africa promotes diversity in terms of gender, nationality, religion/belief, culture, and other forms of diversity. 
• For this role, young women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
• Yiaga Africa does not tolerate sexual exploitation, harassment of any kind, abuse, or any form of discrimination. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background. Successful candidates will undergo training to be fully immersed in the organization’s culture.

Job Summary

• We are seeking a natural, creative thinker who communicates ideas that inspire, enjoys developing new and exciting content ideas for digital, design, and online campaigns.
• You will be part of the Yiaga Africa IT team and will contribute to designing work and creative ideas, and concepts.
• He/She will join up website design, content curation, creative digital features using new technologies, as well as engaging content in the form of visual concepts, words, image content, and any relevant creativity mix to ensure Yiaga Africa’s messages successfully reach its intended audience. and raise the profile and impact of the organization.
• If you have the required skills and experience to excel as a Digital Design Officer in our organization, do apply now!
• The position is for a four-month period, subject to renewal based on performance and funding availability. The post holder would be expected to work 40 hours a week. The position has a competitive salary as obtainable in the industry.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Contributing to all elements of corporate and programme design work while upholding corporate and national brand guidelines.
• Creating content for Yiaga Africa’s websites, publications, and social media channels; reviewing and updating these platforms on a regular basis.
• Ensure digital designs are optimized for a range of devices, including desktops, smartphones, and tablets 
• Monitoring the Yiaga Africa social media accounts and working with the Communications Manager in pre-planning content for these channels.
• Using specialist knowledge of Search Engine Optimisation and Google Analytics continuously improves the organization’s digital presence
• Assisting with providing digital coverage at Yiaga Africa events including promotion on social media, and developing video and written records of key events.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of the external operating environment and respond to advancements in technology and working practices
• Any other responsibilities as assigned 

Requirements
Required Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Design, Fine Arts, or a related field 
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience is required.
• Proven graphic design experience 
• A strong portfolio of illustrations or other graphics 
• Familiarity with design software and technologies (such as InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and Coreldraw) 
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details 
• Excellent communication skills 
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines 

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the values and ethical standards of Yiaga Africa.
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of Yiaga Africa.
• Displays gender, regional, religion/belief, race, nationality, culture, age sensitivity, and adaptability.

Functional Competencies:
Knowledge Management and Learning:

• Shares knowledge and experience.
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas, acts on the learning plan, and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Ability to perform various standard tasks related to the provision of digital design services.
• Good knowledge of Yiaga Africa’s design rules and regulations.
• Good IT skills.

Leadership and Self-Management:

• Focuses on results for the client and responds positively to feedback.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Remains calm, in control, and good-humored even under pressure.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in written and spoken English. Proficiency in French and/or any other language will be a plus.

Application Closing Date
25th August, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Important Information and Notice

• Interested candidates should fill out the job application form and upload their detailed Resume containing their LinkedIn ID, Age, Address, and the contact of referees in Ms Word Documents
• Only applications sent in the required format will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Application will be considered on a rolling basis.