About the ICRC

 

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

 

Your role

 

The ICRC is seeking for a skilled and creative Graphic Designer to join our Global Content Hub in Nairobi. You will play a key role in designing and adapting communication materials across print, digital, and audiovisual platforms, ensuring alignment with the ICRC’s corporate visual identity.

As a Graphic Designer, you will collaborate with internal teams to enhance the quality, coherence, and impact of communication materials while providing technical guidance to field delegations.

 

Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities

 

·       Support the production of publications, promotional materials and printed assets for communication work in the field;

·       Design and layout print publications, reports and campaign materials in line with the corporate visual identity and industry graphic standards;

·       Design digital publications (digipubs), PDFs and print templates, as required;

·       Create ad-hoc design assets for presentations and internal communication materials;

·       Liaise with internal clients in the field to identify design needs (based on Field Production Book plans), advise on appropriate formats, prepare clear briefs and propose a coherent production agenda;

·       Identify creative opportunities within print production to strengthen the impact of communication initiatives at regional and field level;

·       Act as a focal point to ensure the appropriate implementation of ICRC’s visual identity to print production material;

·       Coach and onboard production officers in delegations on print production processes, including the application of visual identity guidelines;

·       Maintain a project tracking sheet to record time spent on assignments for statistics and future planning, and share it regularly with the Head of the Global Content Hub;

·       Manage and maintain design archives for reprints and reuse by properly archiving layout files, linked assets and fonts in accordance with internal standards;

·       Design and adapt graphic assets for digital platforms, including websites, social media, newsletters, online campaigns, and audiovisual products, ensuring consistent application of the corporate visual identity.

·       Adapt print-based designs for digital and audiovisual use, ensuring technical suitability and visual coherence across formats and channels;

·       Work closely with AV and digital colleagues to anticipate design needs at the planning stage and integrate design input early in the production process;

·       Coordinate priorities and timelines for AV and digital design requests, ensuring timely delivery of assets.

 

What we will look for in your profile

·       Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university in multimedia/graphic design, visual communication, or a related field. A professional diploma in digital/print graphic design/visual communication is also acceptable;

·       Minimum 5–7 years of professional work experience in a similar field (e.g.in graphic design, with a focus on creating materials for print, digital platforms, and audiovisual formats, etc);

·       Advanced mastery of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop;

·       Strong working knowledge of After Effects and familiarity with video workflows (Final Cut or Premiere Pro);

·       Proven experience designing for print, digital and audiovisual formats, including social media and web;

·       Proven experience in applying corporate visual identity across the board;

·       Fluent command of English, French and other additional languages an asset.

 

What we offer  

·       Diverse and humanitarian-minded workforce;

·       An opportunity to contribute to institutional efforts to protect and assist conflict victims worldwide;

·       Training opportunities;

·       Flexible working schedule.

How to apply

 

Ready to apply? Please submit your CV, cover letter, copies of your diplomas and certificates, valid license to practice (where relevant), passport, and driving license.

 

·       Location: Nairobi Regional Delegation

·       Type of contract: 1-year Fixed term contract (renewable subject to budget discussion and performance)

·       Type of position: Eligibility is limited to candidates who are Kenyan citizens or permanent residents legally authorized to work in Kenya 

·       Application deadline: 27th March 2025

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The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

 

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.

 

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