Senior Graphic Designer

Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa. ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact.

High-level Overview

The client is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to support the production and enhancement of its corporate design outputs, with a focus on executive-level presentations, reports, collateral, and event-related assets.

Operating within the Marketing, Communications and Corporate Affairs function, the Senior Graphic Designer will report to the Marketing Manager, with a dotted like to the Head of Marketing/Communications for brand governance oversight. The role is execution-focused, with responsibility for delivering high-quality, brand-accurate design while strengthening the underlying template systems, asset management structure, and production workflows that support consistent output across the organisation.

Role & Responsibilities

Role: Senior Graphic Designer

Direct Report: Marketing Manager

Candidates required: 1

Deliverables

• Design Production and Brand Execution
• Produce executive-grade design across PowerPoint decks, reports, one-pagers, case studies, and event collateral.
• Refresh the core corporate deck and selected flagship one-pagers.
• Develop and implement a template suite (PowerPoint master, report layout, one-pager template, social tiles).
• Apply strong information design principles to improve clarity, narrative flow, and visual hierarchy.
• Prepare print-ready artwork and supplier packs for events and campaigns where required.
• Coordinate with social media and Events teams on priority campaign and event assets.
• Systems and Asset Governance
• Establish and maintain a structured asset library, including naming conventions, version control, and source file management.
• Implement and refine a brand QA and review workflow. Introduce ongoing template improvements to enhance usability and consistency.
• Ensure all working files and templates are organised and accessible for internal use.
• Operational Delivery and Performance
• Establish clear production workflows and agreed service levels for campaign and event assets. Manage multiple concurrent design requests within defined turnaround timelines.
• Operate within a structured revision process (default two rounds unless otherwise agreed).
• Contribute to a monthly performance update, including delivery tracking and improvement recommendations.
• Support a Month 3 renewal review based on delivery, quality, adoption, and governance standards.
• Systemisation and Handover
• Finalise and deliver updated template library for ongoing internal use.
• Provide complete asset library structure, source files, and export settings.
• Deliver supplier specifications (where relevant) and documented QA guidelines.
• Conduct an internal enablement or walkthrough session if required.

Requirements

Experience required:

• 5+ years’ experience in graphic design within a corporate, professional services, or structured brand environment.
• Demonstrated experience producing executive-level presentations and long-form reports.
• Experience building or refining template systems and improving brand consistency.
• Experience operating within governed approval and stakeholder environments.

Technical requirements

• Advanced PowerPoint capability, including master templates and structured layouts.
• Strong layout and information design skills. Proficiency in professional design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent).
• Print production knowledge and experience preparing supplier-ready files.
• Familiarity with digital asset management and structured file systems.

Soft skills

• Strong attention to detail and brand sensitivity. Structured and organised approach to delivery.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Confident stakeholder engagement across Marketing, Social, and Events teams. Calm, reliable, and delivery-focused in a professional environment.

Working arrangement

Location: South Africa

Travel requirements: Travel will be required in line with event schedules and business needs.

Terms of agreement

Required start date: As soon as possible

Contracting period: Rolling 3–4 month contract, with potential extension based on performance and business needs.

Budget: TBD

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