Graphic Designer for Handbook Design

The Graphic Designer will work under the project titled “Food System Change – An Alternative, Solidarity-Based Model towards Food Security in Lebanon” implemented by Mada Association in partnership with Helvetas, and funded by BMZ.

The Graphic Designer will contribute to the first outcome of the project - The capacities of Nation Station – a grassroots initiative operating a Community Kitchen in Beirut - are strengthened so that their services meet the needs of vulnerable groups and low-income consumers. The mission entails designing a visually appealing and accessible 10-12 pages handbook for a Case Study of Nation Station’s Community Kitchen, to be used for replication purposes by other actors, and to document lessons, challenges, and recommendations.

Main Responsibilities:

• Attend a kick-off meeting to align on design objectives, content structure, and branding guidelines; and ensure collaboration and coordination throughout the mission.
• Design a user-friendly handbook, based on content provided by Mada. The handbook will showcase the history, concept, lessons learned, and successes of the Community Kitchen, representing a case study for replication of the model. The Designer will be expected to produce graphic representations of lessons learned and recommendations.  
• Propose a design for the handbook that aligns with Nation Station’s identity and expectations, and complies with Mada’s and the donor’s visibility guidelines.
• Adjust and revise the design based on feedback. An estimated 3-4 rounds of revisions are expected before final approval.

Deliverables:

• Finalized design of the handbook.
• Detailed specifications and guidelines for the printed version.
• Print-ready file for all printed material.
• Editable source files for future modifications.
• Digital versions of the material optimized for online use.

Duration and Fees :

The Graphic Designer should complete and submit all deliverables within 2 weeks from the date of contract signing. 

Fees will be negotiable within the specified range.

Requirements:

• Bachelor in Graphic Design or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in graphic design or related fields.
• Experience working with NGOs in the development sector.
• Proven relevant experience in similar projects.
• Ability to collaborate closely with the project team, incorporating feedback to align the design with the project's messaging and objectives.
• Effective communication skills and responsiveness to inquiries and requests.
• Commitment to delivering a high quality, professional design that align with the project's objectives.
• Ability to meet deadlines.