Graphic Designer

About Us

GOAL has responded to the world’s major humanitarian crises since its founding in 1977, working with vulnerable communities in 14 countries across the globe with a dedicated team of personnel. While GOAL continues to be an agile first-responder to humanitarian crises, it is also committed to working with vulnerable communities to help them survive crises and support them on the road to recovery.

Job Purpose

We’re looking for a creative and motivated Graphic Designer to join our Communications team at our Dublin HQ. Reporting director to our Head of Communication, this is a great opportunity for someone early in their career (1–2 years’ experience) to play a visible and impactful role in shaping how a global humanitarian organisation communicates its work, you’ll work across a wide range of campaigns and projects, helping to bring GOAL’s mission to life through high-quality visual storytelling across digital, print and multimedia channels
**GOAL offers staff flexible working with our hybrid model, we require our HQ employees to work 2 days per week from our office in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin**

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Design engaging visual content for social media, web, campaigns, reports and print materials

• Support the delivery and evolution of GOAL’s global brand and visual identity

• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple teams and countries to bring stories and impact to life

• Translate complex information into clear, compelling visual content

• Produce high-quality creative assets across multiple formats including graphics, presentations and video

• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines

• Contribute fresh ideas to strengthen GOAL’s communications and storytelling

Skills & Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in graphic design (agency, in-house or NGO)

• Qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, Multimedia Design

• A strong portfolio showcasing creative work across digital and print

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop – video skills a plus)

• Experience designing for social media and digital platforms

• Strong understanding of branding, layout and visual storytelling

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• A collaborative mindset and ability to work with diverse teams

Why Join GOAL?

• Work on meaningful, purpose-driven projects with real global impact

• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative communications team

• Gain broad exposure across campaigns, fundraising and global programmes

• Opportunity to develop your skills across digital, branding and multimedia design

• Contribute to an organisation making a difference in communities worldwide

We strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single requirement listed. At GOAL we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please just contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment.hq@goal.ie

GOAL commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
GOAL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees. We foster an inclusive culture where all voices are heard and valued, we are particularly eager to receive applications from women (and other underrepresented groups). We know that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling GOAL’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and equal treatment. GOAL does not discriminate against any employee or volunteer; or any applicant for employment or volunteering on the basis of age, gender identity, ancestry, political opinion, civil status, medical condition, ethnic background, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Accountability within GOAL

A commitment to GOAL values and GOAL’s integrity framework is critical to working with GOAL. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability: 1) Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols; 2) Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area; 3) Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

Safeguarding

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.

General Terms and Conditions

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this document.