The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which
generates science – based knowledge about the complex role trees play in
agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty
and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with
partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations
for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is
conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported
by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and
receive funding from over 50 different donors.
To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org
Duties and responsibilities
- Provide
leadership in all aspects of the design of Centre products and
implementation of the corporate image. - Ensure the
consistent and high-quality design and production of websites, books,
newsletters, posters, brochures, exhibits, CDs, presentation packs,
flyers, publicity material and other materials. - Supervise the
design and production of all Centre products, in collaboration with the
internal editorial team and external service providers to combine
cutting-edge design with accurate and timely production. - Working with
communications staff and project officers, transform complex information
into attractive and appropriate visuals and clear messages. - Prepare
electronic files for direct printing by printshops (appropriate electronic
formats of design work, images, fonts, pantones, etc) using industry
standard software and practices, follow products through all phases of
print or production, ensuring print and colour quality and the accuracy of
proofs. - Supervise
external and internal printing and production processes to obtain the
highest possible standards. - Maintain an
electronic database of all publications, both print and online files. - Advise Centre
staff on matters pertaining to design, illustration, colour schemes and
artwork on a wide variety of materials, and the appropriate medium for the
information product. - Provide support
to the web team by designing web graphics and animations as well helping
to improve the appeal of Centre websites. - Work with
various teams to conceptualize, develop and set up exhibitions and
displays.
- Degree in
graphic design or related field - Expert knowledge
of the Macintosh environment, as well as Indesign, Photoshop and other
graphics programmes - Minimum of 3
years experience in a supervisory design position in a commercial or
scientific enterprise - Excellent
creative design, artistic and photographic skills - Kenyan citizen
of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a
collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff
diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from
qualified women.
This position will be stationed in Nairobi, Kenya.
The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable
subject to six (6) months probation period, assessment of performance,
continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.
How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
- A cover letter illustrating
your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and
salary expectations - A detailed
curriculum vitae - The names and
addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email
addresses.
correspondence should be addressed to the
Human Resources Unit,
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF),
PO Box 30677, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org and should indicate “Application for a
Graphics Designer” on their application letters and email submissions.
Applications will be considered until 31 October 2011 or until a suitable
candidate is identified and selected.
Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements
will be contacted.