Graphic Designer (Remote) - USAID South Africa PACS (Arlington, VA)
Green Powered Technology (GPTech) is a global sustainable energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a sustainable future. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact for realizing a sustainable future.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 14 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 75 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
GPTech is looking for a Graphics Designer to provide contract support to the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID’S) Power Africa program. Power Africa is a U.S. Government-led partnership with a goal to add more than 30,000 megawatts of new electricity generation capacity and connect 60 million new homes and businesses in sub-Saharan Africa to power by 2030.
GPTech assists the Power Africa Coordinator’s Office (PACO) with a wide range of communication needs. The Graphics Designer will be hands on and provide graphics design support on an as-needed basis for PACO. Materials will largely focus on the energy infrastructure sector as well as beneficiaries of Power Africa’s energy-related programs.
The Graphics Designer will be based in the Washington, D.C. area to support PACO on immediate needs in the D.C. time zone. The desired candidate will be able to take on work developed by the head designer based in South Africa and adjust the graphics to support Power Africa staff based in D.C.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering sustainable solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. GPTech is a signatory to the Global Compact and supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with an emphasis on providing technical support in the areas of Affordable and Clean Energy; Climate Action; Sustainable Cities and Communities; Clean Water and Sanitation; and Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 14 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 75 countries, with no sign of slowing down. Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and meet societal needs. Visit www.greenpoweredtechnology.com for more information.
GPTech is looking for a Graphics Designer to provide contract support to the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID’S) Power Africa program. Power Africa is a U.S. Government-led partnership with a goal to add more than 30,000 megawatts of new electricity generation capacity and connect 60 million new homes and businesses in sub-Saharan Africa to power by 2030.
GPTech assists the Power Africa Coordinator’s Office (PACO) with a wide range of communication needs. The Graphics Designer will be hands on and provide graphics design support on an as-needed basis for PACO. Materials will largely focus on the energy infrastructure sector as well as beneficiaries of Power Africa’s energy-related programs.
The Graphics Designer will be based in the Washington, D.C. area to support PACO on immediate needs in the D.C. time zone. The desired candidate will be able to take on work developed by the head designer based in South Africa and adjust the graphics to support Power Africa staff based in D.C.
Responsibilities:
- In coordination with GPTech and Power Africa, provide graphics design support on existing materials and/or develop new materials to highlight Power Africa’s work.
- Develop and edit design solutions and templates for a wide variety of projects, including internal and external information products and multimedia materials, including, but not limited to, fact sheets, reports, brochures, maps, conference and event materials, PowerPoint presentations, newsletters, exhibit/signage materials, online products, and Power Africa-related content for its website.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college
- Minimum 8 years of experience in graphics design, photography, videography, communications, or related area of expertise
- Professional graphics design experience with a strong graphics design portfolio, incorporating infographics and data visualization; experience in creating interactive charts highly and infographics extremely desirable
- Experience in full Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro, After Effects, and Acrobat)
- Experience with developing layouts for multi-page reports
- Experience in video pre- and post-production
- Experience in photography and layout
- Knowledge of website design and layout/format
- Familiarity with USAID’s graphics standards highly desirable
- Superior judgment and ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines, sometimes with limited supervision
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Thank you for applying and for your interest in Green Powered Technology. Only qualified candidates selected for further screening will be contacted. Candidates will be evaluated continuously. All are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as employment may be contingent upon a successful background check, security clearance, and/or customer approval.
The physical demands and work environment that are described in this position description are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This position description is a summary of the essential functions and requirements of this position. This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties and requirements of the position; at any time, the employee’s manager may assign other duties as related, or as otherwise deemed appropriate and necessary, within the general scope of the role, without the need for additional compensation.
Green Powered Technology is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and encourages diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons, in all facets of the employment process. Green Powered Technology prohibits the discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, parental status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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