Senior Officer, Graphic Designer at RefugePoint

Worldwide, there are now over 60 million forcibly displaced people - the highest number ever recorded. Of those, approximately 20.2 million are refugees who have fled their home countries as a result of conflict and violent persecution. Of the 20.2 million, over 11 million have been refugees for more than 5 years and some as long as 60. The average length of...

 

Senior Officer, Graphic Designer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldMedia / Advertising / Branding 

The Graphic Designer translates complex data, programmatic work, and human stories into clear, engaging visuals—including strong data visualizations—that support fundraising, outreach, advocacy, and brand awareness. Working collaboratively across teams, this role ensures visual consistency, accessibility, and excellence across all materials, while adapting designs for a range of audiences, channels, and formats.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead key publications

  • Manage and execute the full design process for RefugePoint’s annual report and quarterly reports, from concept development through final production, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and strong visual storytelling.
  • Create marketing and communications collateral: Design a wide range of materials including one-pagers, brochures, social media graphics, infographics, email graphics, digital ads, and other campaign assets to support fundraising, outreach, and advocacy efforts.
  • Support events and fundraising initiatives: Produce materials such as invitations, swag, signage, banners, backdrops, and promotional graphics for events and convenings.
  • Maintain brand consistency: Apply and uphold RefugePoint’s visual identity—logos, color palettes, typography, and design standards—across all materials, ensuring consistency and cohesion across platforms.
  • Visual storytelling & data translation: Transform complex information, impact data, and refugee stories into accessible, compelling infographics and visual narratives for both print and digital use.
  • Collaborate across teams: Work closely with Communications, Programs, Development, and other teams to understand project goals, audiences, and messaging, and translate them into effective visual solutions.
  • Concept development & execution: Brainstorm and develop design concepts, then execute them using industry-standard tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite), incorporating feedback and refining designs through multiple iterations as needed.
  • Design adaptation: Prepare and adapt designs for various formats and channels (web, social, email, print), ensuring technical specifications and accessibility standards are met.
  • Asset management: Organize and maintain RefugePoint’s digital asset library, including design files, templates, photos, and graphics, to support efficient collaboration and reuse.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills/qualities:

Design & Technical Skills

  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Canva, with the ability to move seamlessly between tools depending on project needs.
  • Strong experience creating data visualizations, including charts, graphs, and infographics that translate complex information into clear, engaging visuals for non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability to design for both print and digital platforms, including reports, marketing collateral, social media, email, and event materials.
  • Solid understanding of typography, layout, color theory, and visual hierarchy, with close attention to detail and quality.
  • Ability to prepare files for print production and digital distribution, ensuring technical accuracy and consistency.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Must be legally able to live and work in Kenya.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
  • 3+ years of professional graphic design experience (in-house, agency, or freelance).
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in visual storytelling, branding, and layout design.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to RefugePoint on refugepoint.applicantstack.com to apply

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