Graphic Designer and Desktop Publishing Consultant

About the role

CIFOR-ICRAF, as executing entity of the GCF Knuckles Project funded by the Green Climate Fund, is seeking an experienced graphic design and desktop publishing consultant based in Sri Lanka. The consultant strengthens the quality, consistency, accessibility and visibility of the project's knowledge products and communication outputs, delivering them in English, Sinhala and Tamil. Work is home-based and remote, on a task-order basis from 25 November 2026 to 30 December 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Layout and desktop publishing of reports, briefs, manuals, training guides, factsheets, newsletters and progress reports using project templates.
• Design of brochures, flyers, posters, banners, signage, certificates, presentation templates and social media and web graphics.
• Data visualization and infographics, turning data, maps and diagrams into clear graphics.
• Apply ICRAF, Landscape Alliance, GCF and MoALLI logos, themes and disclaimers correctly, and maintain a brand and style kit.
• Produce tagged, accessible PDFs and web-optimised files in line with WCAG 2.1 AA and PDF/UA principles.
• Typeset in Sinhala and Tamil with correct Unicode fonts and text flow.
• Basic video editing, subtitling and short motion graphics as required.
• Prepare print-ready files with bleed, colour mode, resolution and marks, check proofs and advise on paper and finishing.
• Organise source files, fonts and images with image credits and licence details.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in graphic design, visual communication, multimedia, fine arts or a related field; a strong portfolio may be accepted in lieu of formal qualifications.
• At least 3-5 years of professional experience in graphic design and desktop publishing; proven experience laying out multi-page reports for research, government or NGO clients.
• Fluent English; working knowledge of Sinhala and/or Tamil typesetting is an asset.
• Familiarity with international organization branding guidelines (e.g. GCF, CGIAR) and agriculture, climate or environment themes.
• Portfolio with at least three samples, including one multi-page publication.

Required skills

• Advanced Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop; Acrobat Pro or similar tools.
• Infographics, data visualization, pre-press and accessible PDF preparation.
• Basic video editing and motion graphics (Premiere Pro, After Effects or equivalent) is an asset.

Applications are made through the organization's career site by November 20th, with a cover letter, CV with three referees, three work samples and a financial proposal in LKR. The consultant is an independent contractor, paid in LKR within 30 days of invoice, and works remotely under the supervision of the reporting officer.