Designer At Collateral Repair Project

Job Description: Designer

Organization Background

Collateral Repair Project (CRP) is a grassroots effort in Amman, Jordan that has provided much-needed assistance to vulnerable communities since 2006. We seek to assist those in need, foster social cohesion, offer learning opportunities, and help in building peace and reconciliation. Our services are provided regardless of background, and we currently provide assistance to people from many nationalities (e.g. Syria, Iraq, Jordan, Sudan, Yemen, Somalia).

CRP’s holistic approach involves deep community engagement, where we help individuals build resilience and heal from trauma. At our Family Resource and Community Centers, CRP provides a variety of educational, recreational, and wellness activities, which aid our community to gain skills and build community. Additionally, we provide community service and leadership opportunities for people to serve others, which has proven to be a key driver of empowerment and resilience. CRP’s greatest strengths are the deep knowledge and trust we have established with the community we serve, our commitment to community-based engagement, and our ability to develop nuanced, cost-effective, and impactful programs.

Our team members are dynamic, empathetic, and creative problem solvers who actively serve our community by continuously enhancing the impact of our programs and bringing our work to the forefront of best practice.

Work Environment

Our team brings together staff members and community volunteers in a dynamic work environment where personal initiative drives success. We are passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference and good listeners who typically work closely and value efficient teamwork. Our community centers are vibrant spaces where hospitality, enthusiasm, and cheerfulness are encouraged. We have made the well-being of our staff on top of our priorities and have implemented a 4-day work week for all employees at CRP. Furthermore, our centers are open 6 days a week to ensure they remain lively and accessible to the community.

Position Description

One of CRP’s most successful programs is a handicraft collective called Hope Workshop where local and refugee women design, sew, and embroider various products such as bags, pouches, apparel, and home accessories. Another emerging and expanding program is our upcycling initiative which currently includes furniture made from discarded wood, and bags made from single use plastics. The CRP Designer’s primary role is to assist with the overall look and feel of these and other CRP physical and digital products and materials.

The Designer will report directly to the Livelihoods Manager and is responsible for activities including, but not limited to:

• Assisting in product prototyping and development for our handicrafts programs including our sewing and embroidery collective as well as our wood, plastic, and textiles upcycling initiatives;
• Researching cultural context and best practices to inform designs;
• Actively coordinating with clients, suppliers, vendors;
• Establishing and maintaining synergistic partnerships with other organizations;
• Helping to design printed and digital materials, packaging, and catalogs in alignment with the CRP brand;
• Supporting with photoshoot planning and execution;
• Assisting in developing ideas for social media content in line with CRP digital marketing strategy;
• Any other tasks assigned by the manager and leadership team.

Necessary Qualifications

Successful candidates must

• Be active learners;
• Have the desire to expand their knowledge of community development;
• Prioritize tasks to successfully achieve targets;
• Work independently as well as collaboratively;
• Think creatively while functioning pragmatically; and
• Listen to, and connect with, others.

Experience

• Degree in design, fashion, or a related field or relevant experience.
• Previous work with refugees or other vulnerable populations is highly desirable.
• Oral/written fluency in Arabic and English.
• Strong portfolio with a keen eye for design.

Benefits: 400-600 JD/month, depending on experience, 14 days of annual vacation, health insurance, 4-day work week, daily staff lunch, flexibility and potential for career growth.