Company Description

OpenGov Africa is a decentralized and collaborative platform dedicated to promoting transparency, accountability, and citizen participation across African governments. By leveraging open data, the platform empowers citizens to monitor government activities and hold public officials accountable for their actions. With a vision to correct bad governance across the African continent, the initiative is sustained by a network of maintainers ensuring its long-term impact. OpenGov Africa provides tools like government activity tracking, protest monitoring, financial transparency, and information on business affiliations of public officials. The organization’s mission is to enhance governance, foster accountability, and encourage active citizen engagement through accessible and reliable data resources.

Role Description

This is a remote volunteer role for a Graphic Designer. The Graphic Designer will collaborate with the team to create compelling visual content, design logos, and establish strong branding guidelines. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing graphics for digital assets, designing layouts that align with the organization’s mission, and ensuring consistency in typography and visual branding across various materials.

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Qualifications

• Proficiency in Graphics and Graphic Design, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in relevant software tools
• Experience in Logo Design and Branding to create visually consistent and impactful materials
• Knowledge of Typography principles for effective communication through design
• Strong creativity and attention to detail, with the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment
• Familiarity with open-source design tools is a plus
• Passion for promoting transparency and accountability in governance