Islamic Relief Worldwide is a faith-inspired humanitarian and development organization established in 1984, operating in over 45 countries. The organization works to support vulnerable communities affected by poverty, conflict, and natural disasters, delivering aid regardless of faith or background.
Islamic Relief UK (IRUK) focuses on strengthening funding streams, mobilizing public engagement through advocacy and awareness campaigns, and enhancing programme development and delivery in partnership with governments, NGOs, local authorities, and grassroots communities.
Role Overview
The Senior Graphic Designer is a key member of the Creative Content team, responsible for leading and delivering high-quality creative design across the organization.
The role combines creativity, technical expertise, and brand leadership to ensure consistent, compelling, and innovative visual outputs that elevate Islamic Relief’s brand identity. Acting as a brand guardian, the post holder will lead creative direction and ensure alignment with IRUK’s brand guidelines across all channels.
This position supports fundraising, marketing, advocacy, UK programmes, and emergency appeals by producing engaging design solutions from concept development through to final creative execution.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership and Brand Stewardship
- Lead creative direction across campaigns and initiatives
- Ensure brand consistency across all digital and print materials
- Elevate brand identity through innovative design approaches
- Act as guardian of IRUK’s visual identity
Design Production and Delivery
- Develop creative concepts from ideation to final production
- Produce high-quality digital and print materials, including:
- Direct mail packs
- Posters and leaflets
- Project booklets and published reports
- Fundraising and emergency appeal materials
- Social media graphics and digital ads
- Event marketing and advocacy campaign assets
- Website visuals
- Occasionally support video production and animated sequences
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Work closely with internal stakeholders across departments
- Present creative concepts and storyboard ideas effectively
- Manage multiple design briefs while meeting tight deadlines
- Coordinate design outputs across platforms and campaigns
Candidate Profile
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Qualification or substantial professional experience in Graphic Design
- Proven experience delivering projects from concept to final asset
- Demonstrated experience producing graphic assets for print and digital platforms
- Experience developing and enhancing brand identity
- Experience working with multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams
- Specialist expertise in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
- Working knowledge of both PC and Mac platforms
Skills and Competencies
- Strong storytelling and creative presentation abilities
- Experience producing animated sequences
- Innovative and forward-thinking creative approach
- Strong research skills to effectively engage diverse donor audiences
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple briefs and meet strict deadlines
- Clear communication and stakeholder management skills
- Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to evolving priorities
- Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across the organization
- Commitment to equal opportunities principles
- Willingness to travel occasionally, including overnight stays
- Empathy with IRUK’s mission and values
Safeguarding and Pre-Employment Requirements
Islamic Relief is committed to safeguarding and preventing all forms of misconduct, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct.
Employment is subject to:
- Screening clearance
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Satisfactory references
- Criminal record checks where applicable
- Participation in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme
All staff must adhere to the organization’s safeguarding policies and code of conduct.
Employee Benefits
Islamic Relief Worldwide offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Personal learning and development opportunities
- Annual leave and additional leave entitlements
- Service-related pension scheme
- Maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
- Healthcare cash plan
- Employee assistance support
- Occupational advanced sick pay
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Charity volunteering opportunities
- Cycle to Work scheme
- On-site car parking
- Field visits
Organizational Values
Islamic Relief operates according to five core values:
- Sincerity: Commitment to humanitarian duty
- Excellence: High standards in programs and operations
- Compassion: Easing suffering caused by poverty and injustice
- Social Justice: Empowering vulnerable communities to realize their rights
- Custodianship: Transparency, accountability, and responsible stewardship
Strategic Importance
The Senior Graphic Designer plays a central role in shaping how Islamic Relief communicates its humanitarian impact to supporters, donors, and stakeholders. Through strong visual storytelling, brand leadership, and creative excellence, the role directly contributes to strengthening public engagement, fundraising outcomes, and advocacy impact both nationally and internationally.
Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization hiring for the position. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.