Verité Research is a dynamic and innovative organization dedicated to advancing effective policies in the fields of economics, law, media, and governance. We are committed to leveraging data-driven insights to drive strategic decision-making and achieve impactful outcomes.
We are seeking a talented and creative Data Visualisation Specialist to join our team. As a Data Visualisation Specialist, you will play a crucial role in transforming complex data into visually compelling and actionable insights that arm our clients and the public with key information aiding in making policy decisions. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of analytical skills, creativity, and a passion for translating complex data into compelling narratives. You will work closely with our research analysts to create visualizations and stories that drive policy decisions and engage our audience.
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with research analysts to interpret data findings and transform insights into engaging narratives.
- Conceptualize and create graphics for various communications channels, including social media, the veriteresearch.org website, promotional materials, reports, proposals, corporate documents, manuals, and job aids, ensuring alignment with Verité Research’s style and branding guidelines.
- Keenness to advance truth, justice and common good through the development of engaging social media content that spark conversations which can lead to transformational impact and change in public policy.
- Develop multimedia content combining data, narrative, and visuals for web, social media, and presentations.
- Provide graphic design and branding support for Verité Research’s research projects, including design consultation and data visualization.
- Enhance Canva and Illustrator templates for team use and assist with publishing and formatting.
- Contribute to the development of corporate branding guidelines.
- Assist in building graphic design capacity within the communications team and among staff.
- Ensure branding alignment for Verité Research’s sub-brands such as manthri.lk, publicfinance.lk, EthicsEye, etc.
- Support organizational communications, including business development, event branding, and video production.
- Influence strategy and lead team in executing communication both in traditional and digital media with a high level of polish, solving a range of product challenges.
Job Specifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
- Minimum three years of experience in graphic design, preferably within data-driven policy development, traditional/modern media communications context.
- Experience producing data visualizations preferred; training support provided as needed.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud software for design: InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop; Premiere and AfterEffects experience a plus.
- Demonstrated experience with data visualization software, such as PowerBI and Tableau, is advantageous.
- Proficiency in Canva is a must.
- Ability to self-manage and prioritize to meet deadlines.
Application Process:
Verité is an equal-opportunity employer. As a step in our recruitment process, all final candidates will undergo a background check, to get a better understanding of our future employees. To apply for this position, please send in your CV and Design Portfolio to work@veriteresearch.org.
Please note that only applications meeting all the qualifications set out above will be considered.