Position Overview:

The Platform for Peace and Humanity is currently seeking a talented volunteer Graphics Designer. The volunteer will help transform complex research and data into compelling, accessible, and visually engaging publications and content for social media.

This is a voluntary, unpaid role and is ideal for early-career professionals in graphics design, with a strong interest in human rights, international peace and security and/or social justice. Applicants should take a keen interest in the vision and objectives of the Platform.

Start date: ASAP

Duration: minimum 12 months, including a one-month probationary period

Location: Home office (remote)

Time commitment: 10 h/week, flexible work hours

Duties and responsibilities:

Design and layout reports, briefings, fact sheets, and other publications;
Create infographics, graphics, charts, maps, and visual assets that communicate complex information clearly;
Ensure visual consistency across reports, presentations, social media, and advocacy materials;
Collaborate closely with team members throughout the publication process;
Prepare print-ready and digital files according to publication standards;
Support the development and maintenance of organisational branding and visual identity

Requirements:

Proven professional experience in graphic design, preferably for NGOs, research organisations, publishers, media outlets, or advocacy groups;
Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign or alternative software and demonstrated experience designing long-form publications and reports;
Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite;
Experience using Canva and other digital design platforms;
Strong understanding of typography, layout design, and information visualisation;
Excellent attention to detail
Professional-level English;
Strong communication and inter-personal skills;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams) and Google Workspace;
Demonstrated passion and dedication to the mission and values of the Platform
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

What we offer:

Opportunities to gain valuable experience in an international NGO context and expand one’s professional network internationally.
Opportunity to build one’s portfolio of graphics work, including publications crediting the graphics designer
A profile on the Platform’s website and visibility in a global expert network.

Please send your resume/CV