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Senior Designer (MAT COVER)
Role Overview:
The Senior Designer will help us deliver creative content which encourages our audiences to take action with us. Working across printed assets (such as mailers and brochures) to video (for feedback emails or social media ads) to digital ads (paid social, display etc.), you will have an array of creative skills and won’t be afraid to think outside the box to deliver content which inspires.
Working at a senior level, you will be comfortable managing your briefs and projects, working to deadlines and communicating clearly with stakeholders across the organisation. You will act as a guardian of our brand, delivering creative which meets brand guidelines.
Application Process & Closing Date:
Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 28th June 2025.
Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):
· Interviews: As and when strong candidates identified
· Start: ASAP thereafter (by 1st November 2025)
Location:
Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE
(Hybrid options considered)
Position Summary
Main Responsibilities:
- Produce effective creative assets which inspire our audiences to take action with MH. These assets could be across the following mediums, but not limited to:
- Digital static banners/ads
- Video including reels
- Gifs
- HTML5
- Printed collateral such as brochures or mailers
- Confident working across the full adobe suite, as well as Figma with a willingness to learn new tools as needed.
- Be a guardian of our brand, ensuring all collateral produced fits our brand guidelines.
- As part of the fundraising team, you will lead on creative brainstorming sessions to think about how we can create content which further inspires and engages our audiences – putting the audience’s needs at the forefront of all design choices.
- Design tasks may also be needed to support teams outside of fundraising as needed.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Stay up-to-date with design trends, tools, and technology to continually improve the team’s output and efficiency.
- Liaise with external vendors and printers to ensure the quality of production materials.
Essential:
- Right to work in the UK
- DBS Certificate at suitable level / undertaking to cooperate to obtain a DBS Certificate at suitable level
- Declaration of any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest (ie any relationship or affiliation with individuals currently employed by or associated with the organisation)
- Creative designer who goes above and beyond.
- Receptive to design feedback.
- High level of video editing skills for social and Tv appeals. (Premier pro)
- High level of graphic design skill including knowledge of print.
- Social media savvy with an eye for spotting upcoming trends we could take part in.
- Clear communicator able to share rationale on creative elements.
- Strong organisation and time management skills.
- Strong organisation and time management skills.
- Experience in an agile fundraising environment where priorities can change.
- Proficiency in design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Figma, etc.).
- Strong understanding of typography, colour theory, composition, and visual storytelling.
- Experience working in or with nonprofits or mission-driven organisations is highly preferred.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of fundraising, preferably in an Islamic charity.
- Experience with task management software.
- A basic understanding of Islamic values and Muslim practices.
- An awareness of Health and Safety values.
- Full licence and access to a car to drive to meet with community leaders, partners potential event venues and collaborators.
- Multilingual Skills
About Muslim Hands
Muslim Hands is an international aid agency and NGO dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and education to communities in need worldwide. With a presence in over 40 countries, we strive to alleviate poverty, empower marginalised individuals, and respond to emergency situations with compassion and expertise.
How To Apply
Application is by CV and covering letter by email to hr@muslimhands.org.uk or by hard copy to our address.
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Established in 1993, Muslim Hands is an aid agency and NGO helping those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disaster in over 20 countries worldwide.