Position: Designer and Events Specialist  

FHI 360 is a non-profit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff include experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries.

FHI 360 is currently recruiting for the position of Designer and Events Specialist for the USAID Jordan Community Health and Nutrition project. The Community Health and Nutrition project aims to improve the nutritional status of pregnant and lactating women and children under the age of two in three target governorates in Jordan. The project seeks to support child and maternal health and nutrition by improving breastfeeding practices, introducing appropriate complementary foods at the right time, and ensuring appropriate child spacing through postpartum family planning and continued adoption of modern forms of contraception. This is a part-time position that is based in Amman with possible travel to the project implementation sites in target governorates/districts.  

Job Requirements:

The Designer and Events Specialist reports directly to the CHN Communication Manager. S/he will play a key role in conceptualizing and supporting all CHN activities. S/he will be responsible for the management of the CHN main events, including launching and certification ceremonies, designing a variety of project material including training manuals, IEC materials, and other documents as needed. More specifically, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design CHN Materials, including training manuals, training toolkits, information and educational materials (posters, brochures, pamphlets, etc.), social media posts, giveaways, events materials (invitations, agenda, backdrops, rollups… etc.) while ensuring all designs meet the required specifications and branding guidelines.
• Work closely with the CHN team and the appointed external vendors on the planning, design, and execution of project events (e.g., launch events, graduation ceremonies, open days, and panel discussions). This includes providing ideas, planning, and executing the event (venue set-ups, invitations, backdrop, rollups, logistics, press, social media, giveaways, suppliers, speakers, catering, and technical preparations).  
• Assist in social media management, this includes social media planning, follow up and reporting.
• Any other related duties assigned by her/his supervisor.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a university degree in Public Relations, Graphic Design, Marketing, or any other related field.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in designing and event planning and executing.  
• Wide knowledge in videography, photography, graphic designs software.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work effectively with a variety of audiences and organizations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Creativity and strong organizational skills.
• Detail oriented with a keen eye to the small details.
• Problem solving skills.
• Experience working on USAID funded projects with an understanding of USAID’s rules and regulations preferred.
• Ability to multitask is highly desired.
• Must be able to be to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Only the most qualified and suitable candidates will be invited to interviews. Interested qualified individuals are requested to submit their application (CV, a cover letter and three references) by October 12, 2023. No phone calls will be accepted to inquire about the position. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.