Graphic Designer Needed

Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation

📍 YAOUNDE - CAMEROON

About the job
Position: Graphic Designer
Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon
Work Schedule: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Organization: Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation


About the Denis and Lenora Foretia Foundation

The Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation seeks to catalyze Cameron’s and Africa’s socio-economic transformation by focusing on social entrepreneurship, science and technology, innovation, public health and the implementation of progressive policies that create economic opportunities for all. To expand our activities in Cameroon, we are recruiting a full-time Graphic Designer based in Yaoundé. The post holder will design graphics for media products such as magazines, newsletters, web, labels, and signage for the Foundation.


Key Responsibilities:

Visualize and develop graphics including illustrations, logos, layouts and photos;
Shape the visual aspects of websites, articles, magazines, reports, exhibitions and more;
Manage typesetting, designing, and printing of materials;
Liaising with publishers regularly to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed in the highest quality;
Brief and advise on design style, format, print production and timescales
Create, review and suggest improvements for final layouts;
Prepare rough drafts of material based on an agreed brief.
Contribute to the development of the Foundation’s Visual communication policy
Organize and develop images to translate ideas and messages following the Foundation’s graphic chart:
Create marketing collateral (Brochures, Flyers, Posters, Banners, Cards, Packaging, Signs, Logos, etc.).
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor or management.


Key Qualifications and Skills

While entry is open to non-graduates, preference will be given to those with relevant degrees.
A degree in Graphic Design is advantageous, although other art and design subjects will be accepted.
At least two years of work experience
Good knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, or photo-editing software.
Good knowledge of Premier Pro, After Effects, Davinci Resolve (additional).
Good mastery of the Windows and Mac Operating Systems


Key Skills

Excellent IT skills, especially with graphic design and video editing
Creative flair and a solid ability to translate requirements into design
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Professional approach to time, costs, and deadlines


Other Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work without supervision.
Ability to take initiative and complete project assignments independently and on time.
Organizational skills and performing job requirements efficiently and orderly.
Ability to maintain a high degree of privacy and confidentiality.


Application Process

All applications must be submitted using our online application portal. Interested candidates should submit the following through the application portal:
An updated cover letter detailing relevant experience.
A curriculum vitae
A portfolio of work to show your competencies including at least three (03) samples of previous work.


No application will be accepted through email. The position will be opened until filled. For priority consideration, submit your application by January 9, 2026. Only successful candidates will be shortlisted and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.