Graphic Designer , Population Services International

Department:         PSI Sales, Marketing, Innovation

Job Title:                Graphic Designer

Section:                  Marketing

Reports to:            Head of Marketing

Supervises:           

Date                        February 2015

Want to create change in the lives of the poor with best in class marketing? Join PSI!

PSI is looking for a Graphic Designer for their $30m enterprise in Tanzania. Are you the perfect fit?  Read on.

We’re Population Services International (better known as “PSI”), a global health non-profit.  We aim to make it easier for people in the developing world to be healthy by marketing affordable health products and services (think mosquito nets, condoms, HIV testing and more) through private sector strategies.  We are a $560m enterprise based in Washington, DC, operating in the private and public sectors in more than 60 countries.  Most of our brands have dominant market shares that are the backbone for their health category. Check out www.psi.org for more information on our global programs.

PSI MISSION & VISION

VISION

A Tanzania where people are empowered to lead healthy lives.

MISSION

Through sustainable and effective collaboration PSI aims to measurably improve the health of vulnerable people in Tanzania by promoting healthy behaviors and delivering affordable products and services.

CORE VALUES:

• Results oriented: Committed to maximizing health impact in all our program areas with the optimal use of resources
• Innovative: Designing, implementing and measuring our interventions
• Collaborative: Strengthening partnerships to improve the health of Tanzanians
• Effective: Ensuring timely delivery of affordable, quality health products and services to the community

1. 1.     CORE JOB DESCRIPTION

The Graphic Designer will provide design support to the business. Using desktop publishing and other specialized computer software, the Graphic Designer will design, layout and prepare a variety of text, illustrative and graphics materials/packaging. The Graphic Designer will also perform a quality assurance function; approving and vetting all promotional materials produced by external suppliers. The Graphic designer will also provide digital design support to our newly formed innovation department with their work during Human Centred Design ideation and concept/prototype generation.

1. 2.    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
   1. Design marketing collateral for products and interventions including print, promotional, Point of Sale and outdoor materials
   2. Review branding guidelines for all existing products and update where necessary
   3. Layout out public affairs materials and organisational publications such as annual reports, information brochures, diaries, calendars etc.
   4. Develop and maintain a database of all Tanzania artwork
   5. Quality Control - approve all supplier samples prior to final production as well as inspect and sign off all supplier deliveries before dispatch to Warehouse.
   6. Collaborate with the marketing department to brainstorm on innovative approaches to brand execution
   7. Format donor reports, proposals and external presentation templates
   8. Uphold global branding guidelines for all Tanzania corporate materials including, business cards, headed paper, office branding, signage, price lists etc.
   9. Provide guidance and recommendations regarding product specifications for various marketing materials including paper grammage, t-shirt weight, billboard dimensions etc.
   10. Provide technical input into advertising agency creative pitch reviews
   11. Implement and manage any global branding adjustments and protocols.
   12. Support innovations team with Human Centred Design workshops- developing rapid prototypes and employing industrial design techniques (training will be given)

3.  PERSON SPECIFICATION

QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

• BA Graphic Design /Industrial Design or related advanced degree (equivalent work experience in related field considered)

WORKING EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years graphic design experience, preferably in an advertising agency setting
• Knowledge/experience in industrial design an advantage

CORE COMPETENCIES (Knowledge Base, Skills Base and Behaviour Base)

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop essential.
• Proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint added advantage
• Proficiency in photography and videography also an advantage
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, take quick and effective decisions

• Proven track record in demonstrating accountability and ownership; proactive approach

To Apply:  mmoore@psi.or.tz