Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Rwanda Development Board (RDB) is seeking a Graphic Design Specialist to join their team. This role is crucial for promoting Rwanda globally through effective visual communication and marketing materials.

Responsibilities or duties

The Graphic Design Specialist will be responsible for:

• Collaborating and strategizing with multiple teams for a wide range of materials that include web pages, presentations, branding collateral, signage, internal communication, newsletters, and other various marketing materials.
• Developing concepts using innovative software and executing original content using ideal fonts, color, text, imagery and layout.
• Assisting on the creative and concept design for activations under the Visit Rwanda partnerships.
• Performing day-to-day duties involving design, animation, infographics and other creative works for leading events and projects needed to promote Rwanda under the strategic partnerships for digital communications purpose.
• Designing digital media content for Visit Rwanda campaigns and events aligned with RDB’s mandate.
• Assisting in Visit Rwanda and RDB’s web presence and boosting brand awareness.
• Liaising with RDB Marketing teams to ensure brand consistency online and on social media platforms.
• Developing, suggesting and implementing visual and direct marketing and communications methods to increase Rwanda’s visibility globally.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

Specific qualifications and skills are not detailed in the provided text, but proficiency in graphic design software and a strong understanding of visual communication principles are expected.

Experience needed

Experience in graphic design, particularly in marketing and digital media, is implied by the responsibilities.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

This is a Level 3.II position under Statute, with 1 post available. Exams will be conducted, including Psychometric Test, Written, and Oral assessments. The role reports to the Head of Communications Department.

• Collaborate and strategize with multiple teams for a wide range of materials that include web pages, presentations, branding collateral, signage, internal communication, newsletters, and other various marketing materials.
• Develop concepts using innovative software and execute original content using ideal fonts, color, text, imagery and layout.
• Assist on the creative and concept design for activations under the Visit Rwanda partnerships.
• Perform day to day duties involving design, animation, infographics and other creative works for leading events and projects needed to promote Rwanda under the strategic partnerships for digital communications purpose.
• Design digital media content for Visit Rwanda campaigns and events aligned with RDB’s mandate.
• Assist in Visit Rwanda and RDB’s web presence and boost brand awareness.
• Liaise with RDB Marketing teams to ensure brand consistency online and on social media platforms.
• Develop, Suggest and implement visual and direct marketing and communications methods to increase Rwanda’s visibility globally.

• Graphic design software proficiency
• Concept development
• Content execution
• Typography and layout design
• Animation and infographics (implied)
• Digital media content creation
• Brand consistency management
• Marketing and communication strategy implementation

• Proficiency in graphic design software.
• Strong understanding of visual communication principles.
• Ability to develop innovative concepts.
• Experience in creating various marketing materials.
• Skills in animation and infographics are desirable.
• Familiarity with digital media for campaigns and events.
• Ability to liaise with marketing teams and ensure brand consistency.
• Capability to suggest and implement marketing and communication methods.