Visual Communications Contractor

The Aquaya Institute are looking for a a Visual Communications Contractor with a strong focus on design to join their team.

Overview:

• Freelance/contractor position with the potential to turn into full-time role
• Language: English
• Location: Ghana or Kenya
• Salary: not applicable
• Start date: October 2024
• Applications closing: until filled

Job Description

The Aquaya Institute (‘Aquaya’) is a nonprofit research and consulting organisation dedicated to advancing global health through universal access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). We deliver critical insights, data, and tools to support informed policy, program, and financing decisions. This knowledge helps to secure safe water and sanitation for vulnerable populations, improving human health and well-being.

As our portfolio of research programs grows, we are seeking a Visual Communications Contractor with a strong focus on design that will help the Aquaya team with the following:

• Graphic Design and Formatting Support: Develop visually engaging dissemination materials for projects and publications. Design research briefs, infographics, social media posts, videos, and other multimedia materials.
• Document Formatting: Format documents in Word and PowerPoint.
• Compliance: Ensure 508 compliance for all Aquaya outputs and adherence to project branding guidelines.
• Photography and Videography: Capture and edit photos and videos for various communication channels. Join fieldwork, documenting research activities and stories from the field.
• Collaboration: Engage with Aquaya staff and partner organizations from various countries to create content.

Role Requirements

The following qualifications are necessary for this position:

• Experience: Demonstrated experience in graphic design and communications (2+ years).
• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, communications, journalism, science, or a related field.
• International Development: Experience with or interest in international development.
• Software Proficiency: Ability to use digital media software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Microsoft Office.
• Photography: Experience taking and editing photos and videos.
• Social Media: Familiarity with platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English, with excellent writing and communication skills.

We are also looking for the following skills and attributes:

• Creative and Visual Mindset: Courage to create something new.
• Organisation and Time Management: Outstanding skills with an attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work closely with a small team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, maintaining a positive and productive attitude and a good sense of humour.

How to apply?

Please submit your resume, a link to your portfolio or samples of your work, and a thoughtful cover letter via email to jobs@aquaya.org.

We will not accept applications without a cover letter and work samples. In your email subject line, specify “Visual Communications Contractor 2024.” Candidates will then need to complete a screening form sent to the email from which your application is sent.