POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a part-time data designer to partner with teams to translate complex economic and financial concepts into clear and compelling visual messages.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following and other duties as assigned:

• Conceptualize and create visual materials, including charts/graphics, data visualizations, slide decks, event and marketing materials, and laid-out reports


• Produce high-quality materials on short deadlines

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience and demonstrable skills in visual design, data visualization, or related field


• Bachelor's degree in visual arts or related field, or quantitative field such as math, natural sciences, economics, or related field

COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Advanced skills with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and InDesign


• Strong ability to navigate Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint


• Comfort with statistics and economics


• Strong communication skills: responsive and professional, a good listener, and has ability to communicate design rationale


• Excellent organizational and personal time management skills, and experience working on deadline


• Ability to work independently and with a diverse, multicultural team


• Willingness to work a flexible schedule and take calls with colleagues across time zones


• Interest in  work topics, particularly financial aspects of climate change; experience in climate change, sustainable development, policy, or financial field(s) a plus

DETAILS

• Retainer contract


• Temporary, from January 2020 through August 2020


• 16-20 hours per week on average, but will require flexibility


• Can work remotely, or from office location


• Reports to Senior Data Visualization Specialist based in San Francisco and collaborates with offices around the world