Graphic Designer for Sumy RMA in Chemonics Group UK Ltd./ PFRU 2

General information:

The Partnership for a Strong Ukraine Phase-2 Program (PFRU-2) is a multi-year donor program implemented under the management of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Commonwealth of Nations and Development (MFA) of Great Britain in cooperation with the Ukrainian government.

The goal of the PFRU is to provide the Ukrainian state with better conditions for managing the inclusive recovery and revival of Ukraine in partnership with civil society and the private sector in the face of Russian aggression. This should contribute to the development of a more stable, socially cohesive, inclusive, independent, democratic, sovereign and prosperous Ukraine. PFRU provides funding to Ukrainian and international implementing partners and implements projects based on research results and the evidence base.

Brief description of the position:

The consultant will work in the Sumy Oblast Military Administration (Sumy OVA) and will support its communications department in creating high-quality visual content for public outreach. The main area of ​​work will be the development of graphic materials for social networks, digital campaigns, presentations with the aim of promoting strategic communication of the Sumy OVA and interaction with the public.

The consultant, in close cooperation with the staff of the Sumy OVA, will create visual materials that reflect local priorities and ensure transparent, timely and effective communication with the public. This position provides an opportunity to make a real contribution to regional communication initiatives aimed at informing and actively involving the public.

Responsibilities: 

• In cooperation with Sumy OVA, strengthening and expanding content on its official communication channels.
• Development of visual content for social networks, including infographics, banners, thematic illustrations.
• Development of presentation materials to support strategic communications and attract stakeholders.
• Creation of visual materials for events held in adapted premises - such as shelters or temporary locations — maintaining a professional level of design, despite non-standard conditions.
• Development of presentation materials for the presentation of regional projects to international partners and stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance of all visual materials with approved instructions regarding communication messages and branding.
• Adaptation of design for different platforms and audiences, ensuring accessibility and comprehensibility.
• Maintenance of organized archives designer resources and templates.
• Ensuring that all content complies with ethical standards, conflict sensitivity and GEDSI principles (gender equality, people with disabilities, social inclusion).
• Participating in planning meetings and providing creative ideas in the development of visual campaigns.
• Providing recommendations to improve visual coherence, readability and audience engagement.
• Follow-up the latest design trends and best practices in public communications and digital media.
• Consultant's preparation and submission of monthly progress reports to the PFRU containing summary information on activities completed, media results and engagement metrics.
• Consultant's holding briefings with the PFRU and/or its representatives (as requested or as needed) to discuss progress, challenges and new developments needs.
• Conducting personal or remote meetings by the consultant with relevant specialists in strategic communications, taking into account proposals or feedback from the Sumy OVA and/or PFRU.
• Responding to relevant unplanned requests from the Sumy OVA or PFRU, which go beyond the defined duties, if such tasks correspond to the competence of the consultant(s) and contribute to the achievement of general communication goals.

Qualification:

The graphic designer must have the following qualifications and experience:

• Proven experience developing graphic materials for public relations, social media, presentations.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to create clear, engaging and professional visual content.
• Proficient in design software (e.g. Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple requests for design.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Fluency in the Ukrainian language; working knowledge of English will be an advantage.
• Appropriate equipment (laptop) is required.
• The consultant must have a registered and valid status as an individual entrepreneur at the time of signing the contract and throughout its duration.

Subordination: style="font-weight: bold !important">Length of work/ volume of engagement (LOE):

Six months, the total amount of involvement (LOE) is 110 working days.

Place of work:

The position involves work in the Sumy region (Ukraine), mainly in the Sumy regional military administration (Sumy OVA).

Instructions for submitting a resume: 

Submit your resume through the following link by December 5th. For positions requiring English proficiency, resumes in English are preferred (but not required). Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Please do not call with questions. Kimonix will contact finalists.

Link to submit resume: PFRU-2 Recruitment - Candidate Application

Background:  

The Partnership Fund for a Resilient Ukraine (PFRU) is a multi-year, multi-donor funded program managed by the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and governed in collaboration with the Government of Ukraine.

The PFRU’s aim is to set improved conditions for the Ukrainian state, in partnership with civil society and the private sector, to lead on inclusive national recovery and revitalization in the context of Russia’s aggression. This outcome is designed to facilitate the rebuilding of a more resilient, socially cohesive, inclusive, independent, democratic, sovereign and prosperous Ukraine. The PFRU provides funds to Ukrainian and international delivery partners and implements projects based on research and evidence.

Position Summary:

The consultant will be embedded within the Sumy Regional Military Administration (Sumy RMA), supporting its communications team in the creation of high-quality visual content for public outreach. The role focuses on designing graphics for social media, official communications, and presentations, contributing to the RMA’s strategic communications and public engagement efforts.

 The consultant will work closely with Sumy RMA staff to produce visual materials that reflect local priorities and support transparent, timely, and effective communication with the public.The role is remote, with regular coordination and participation in planning meetings as needed. This position offers an opportunity to contribute directly to regional communications efforts that inform and engage the public.

Responsibilities:   

• Collaborate with Sumy RMA to strengthen and expand the content of its official communication channels.
• Design visual content for social media platforms, including safety alerts, evacuation procedures, infographics, banners, mine risk education, and thematic illustrations.
• Develop presentation materials that support strategic communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop visual materials for events held in adapted spaces such as shelters or temporary premises, ensuring professional presentation despite non-standard environments.
• Create presentation materials to support the representation of regional projects to international partners and stakeholders.
• Ensure all visual materials align with approved messaging and branding guidelines.
• Adapt designs for different platforms and audiences, ensuring accessibility and clarity.
• Maintain organised archives of design assets and templates.
• Ensure all content adheres to ethical standards, conflict sensitivity, and GEDSI (Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion) principles.
• Participate in planning meetings and contribute creative input to visual campaign development.
• Provide recommendations to improve visual consistency, readability, and audience engagement.
• Stay informed of design trends and best practices in public communications and digital media.
• The consultant will prepare and submit monthly progress reports to PFRU, summarising completed activities, media outputs, and engagement metrics.
• As directed or needed, the consultant will hold briefings with PFRU and/or its designees to discuss progress, challenges, and emerging needs.
• The consultant will convene in-person or remote meetings with relevant Strategic Communications professionals, subject to input or feedback from Sumy RMA and/or PFRU.
• Respond to relevant ad hoc requests from Sumy RMA or PFRU that may fall outside the scope of defined responsibilities, where such tasks are aligned with the consultant’s expertise and contribute to the overall communications objectives.

Qualifications: 

The Graphic Designer will have the following qualifications and experience requirements:   

• Proven experience in graphic design for public communications, social media, and presentations.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating ability to produce clear, engaging, and professional visual content.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g. Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Canva).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design requests simultaneously.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Fluency in Ukrainian; working knowledge of English is an asset.
• Ownership of a suitable equipment (laptop) is required.
• The Consultant must hold a valid registration as a Private Entrepreneur (PE) at the time of contract signing and throughout the duration of the assignment.

Reporting:

The Graphic Designer will report directly to the Senior Project Manager, who will provide overall management and oversight of the role.

Duration of Assignment/LOE:

Six-month assignment, comprising 110 working days in total.

Location of Assignment:

The assignment will be based in Sumy, Ukraine, primarily at the Sumy Regional Military Administration (Sumy RMA).

Application instructions: 

Apply using the following link by December 5th. For roles requiring English language skills, English language CVs are preferred (but not required). Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. No telephone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists. 

Application link: PFRU-2 Recruitment - Candidate Application