ABOUT SIGHT AND LIFE
Sight and Life (SAL) is a Swiss-based charitable foundation and a leading name in nutrition science. With over 35 years of work in bringing life- saving research, knowledge, commodities and services to the most vulnerable populations, SAL combines evidence and innovation to drive greater impact. Through our local offices in Asia and Africa and teams across multiple countries, we are working to deploy evidence-backed innovative social business models that holistically address issues of hunger, micronutrient deficiencies, poverty and climate change.
ABOUT THE PROJECT
Sight and Life Foundation is looking for a Graphics Designer for its Product Innovation in Nutrition (PIN) project. The broad objective of the project is to bring at least two Phytase enriched game-changing products to Nigeria – the largest consumer market in Africa. Phytase, an enzyme, is an evidence-based solution which, when added to foods can increase the absorption of calcium, zinc, iron, and other minerals in our body.
SCOPE OF WORK
The designer will be responsible for developing packaging label and design of two phytase-enriched food products through evaluating current design, understanding the competitor products, and analyzing the insights from regulatory assessment and consumer research.
- Type of food products: Multigrain Pap, Whole Wheat Bread.
- Location of food companies: Lagos and Jos.
TASKS AND DELIVERABLES
- Review existing artwork of the label and suggest areas of improvement based on competitor product analysis.
- Incorporate key changes in the current design or redesign the packaging (if required), aligning with insights from regulatory assessment, information required as per regulatory guidelines, and pre-prototype consumer research.
- Support development of mock-ups of packaging for testing prototypes with consumers.
- Finetune designs based on consumer feedback.
- Work closely with the Sight and Life team and food companies to refine the packaging designs.
- Share final files in high-resolution and editable formats ready for print and digital use.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- 4–5 years of experience in graphic design, visual communication, fine arts, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop) and other design software.
- Experience in designing packaging for food products, branding, or related fields.
- The ability to create logos, style guides, and other visuals that align with a brand’s identity.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
- The ability to brainstorm unique ideas and generate compelling concepts to meet client needs.
- Excellent visual and verbal communication skills.
TIMELINE FOR THE CONSULTANCY
- Short term consultancy (6 months)
IMPORTANT NOTE
Prospective designers are required to share their CV and Portfolio on/before close of day — 8th December 2025 to kalyani.prasher@sightandlife.org and cc ayooluwa.okunjolu@sightandlife.org