EAII Advisors Officer Design

This position is with EAII Advisors, Evidence Action's technical partner in India.

About EAII Advisors

EAII Advisors, Evidence Action's technical partner in India, supports state governments in delivering evidence-based public health programs, including safe drinking water initiatives and school and Anganwadi-based National Deworming Day and iron and folic acid supplementation. Operating across 11 states, EAII Advisors provides technical assistance to ministries of health, education, water, and women and child development, reducing health burdens in impoverished communities and improving the long-term wellbeing of children and families.

About Evidence Action

At Evidence Action, we deliver data-driven interventions that transform lives at an unprecedented scale. We identify neglected global health issues and deploy proven solutions, forging healthier futures for generations.

Our model operationalizes leading academic research (including from Nobel-winning economists). We measure progress and outcomes at every stage to ensure we're making a real impact for people living in poverty and suffering from preventable or treatable health issues. Operating across 9 countries, our team of 800+ has reached over 500 million people, working closely with governments to scale these interventions.

• Our Deworm the World program has delivered over 2 billion treatments, significantly reducing worm prevalence and generating more than $23 billion in lifetime productivity gains.
• Through Safe Water Now, we?ve saved the lives of over 15,000 children.
• Our Accelerator explores untapped opportunities in global health, testing low-cost interventions with the greatest potential to save and improve lives.

At Evidence Action, your colleagues are your greatest asset. You'll partner with high-caliber colleagues in an environment blending innovation, autonomy, and teamwork. Our team excels in disruptive thinking and believes in rolling up our sleeves to get things done. If you're looking to work flexibly and with purpose, join a team that delivers measurable change for millions.

The Role

The Design Officer, as part of the communications team will be reporting to the Deputy Director, Communications and support the Communication unit to roll out the India communication strategy. You will support with visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. You will be one who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media.
You will support in creating Information Education Communication (IEC) campaigns and collaterals for the successful implementation of the National Deworming Day (NDD), Iron Folic Acid (IFA) supplementation and India Safe Water (ISF) programs. Key tasks will include responding to state and national-level requirements; conceptualizing, designing, and disseminating communication products to support program and advocacy; and design/implement communication products/strategies as per requirements from government and other stakeholders.

You will ensure branding standards and guidelines are adhered to in all external and internal operations and communications. You will support team members to strengthen their visual communications skills and assist them to effectively and appropriately communicate their work.

Responsibilities

• Design all publications for connecting our work with external or internal audience.
• Support campaign design by creating visual identities, communication & collaterals to inspire an external audience.
• Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with multiple stakeholders with the support of Communications team members, on a wide range of materials that include newsletters, reports, emailers, campaign collateral, web design, presentations, programming collateral, internal communications etc.
• Lead efforts to develop/adapt and maintain high quality of training materials that will be used for NDD, IFA and ISF programs.
• Support organization's external communication & engagement channels.
• Select colors, fonts, images, and layouts and understand / implement organizational brand guidelines across all communication design.
• Manage multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions.
• Implement feedback and changes whenever possible.
• Work with vendors, designers and agencies for creation of innovative print collateral and work with them for ensuring timely deliverables.
• Use graphic and video software's such as InDesign, Canva, Photoshop, and/or CorelDraw to create internal and external communications materials.
• Work on developing and editing content for programs including articles, press releases, photo essays, blogs, briefs, case studies, annual reports, newsletters, among others.
• Support in event management collaterals when required at national and state level.
• Work with national and staff teams to ensure adherence to branding guidelines, including supporting teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in design, graphic design, fine arts, or a related field or any graduate with diploma in design

• Strong demonstrated experience working in the field of graphic design, preferably with an international agency/ organization, for at least 4-5 years
• Proven expertise in the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) as well as MS Office (interactive PowerPoint); experience with Adobe Premiere, AfterEffects, Sketch, or InVision Studio is a plus. The skill of free-hand illustrations and/or digital drawings is also beneficial for the role but is not mandatory
• Video editing skills for creating basic in-house A/Vs
• Expertise in visual design, visual theory (i.e., composition, color theory, typography, etc.), a sharp eye for layout design, and a strong affinity for the latest design trends and new media (augmented/virtual reality, social media, etc.)
• Experience working in a profile with a strong focus on creating and designing content and other communications collateral (please share portfolio/samples with the application)
• Availability and willingness to travel within India up to 15% of the time
• Efficient in using MS office and Google tools
• Attention to detail
• Experience working in a collaborative design environment; work experience in global teams is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization
• Ability to meet tight timelines
• Experience working with media, public relations agencies, and event managers in the larger backdrop of a communications campaign
• Good demonstrated understanding of digital and electronic media platforms, including sound and film production and editing will be an advantage
• Good knowledge and understanding of public health issues

Position Location

This role is based in New Delhi, India. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a India employment visa at this time. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in India for roles based in India.

Benefits

EAII provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees worldwide.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health insurance with IPD and OPD provisions,
• Retirement savings options,
• Life and Accidental insurance,
• PF, ESIC and Gratuity as per statutory requirements,
• Generous leave,
• Avenues for engagement and recognition.

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with the individual's credentials, experience, and previous pay scale.

All contracting arrangements will be made through EAII Advisors Private Limited. EAII is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at EAII is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. EAII does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, caste, creed, colour, religion, gender, origin, disability, marital status, or any other basis protected by law.

All candidates applying for the position should upload a resume along withcover letter mentioning current and expected salary.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree