Graphic Designer: Strategic and Operational Support (12 Month Contract position), Ref No. EADP 06/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a graphic design service to the WCG Department of Environmental Affairs and Development planning. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Graphic Design or related; A minimum of 1 year appropriate experience.

Recommendation    

• Adobe Creative Suite Creative Suite; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas    

• Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts; Determine select size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and style and size of type; Determine the objectives and constraints of the design brief by consulting with clients and stakeholders; Formulate design concepts for the subject to be communicated; Prepare sketches, diagrams, illustrations and layouts to discuss design concepts; Select, specify or recommend functional and aesthetic materials and media for publication, delivery or display; Review final layouts and suggest improvements as needed; Maintain an archive of images, photos, or previous work products for future use; Prepare notes and instructions regarding the selected design for production purposes; Supervise or carry out the production in the chosen media; Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Internet websites; Generate new images using computer software; Accept client briefs and interpret them into visual communication products, ensuring that they are brand of high standard and completed with required timeframe; Advise and assist external service providers in interpreting the brand guidelines and rules; Advise and assist internal stakeholders in interpreting the brand guidelines and rules; Review final layouts and suggest improvements as needed; Confer with clients to discuss and determine layout design; Preparing artwork for final production, both print and electronically.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Design and Colour Theory; Adobe Creative Suite; Design studies; Design principles, techniques and tools; Exhibition techniques; Stylistic and decorative processes and techniques; Exhibition techniques; Stylistic and decorative processes and techniques; Printing and reproduction processes; Dynamics of Social Awareness Communication; Marketing and Communication Theory.

Skills needed:

• Computer literacy in MS Office Package; Time management; Creative/innovative thinking; Problem solving skills; Written and verbal communication skills; Fine eye for detail; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances; Ability to be meticulous and accurate.