Junior Graphic Designer

• Gain broad experience in media design 

• Excellent entry-level opportunity with a respected NFP, offering flexibility to support your studies 

• Join a leading NFP tackling poverty & building a better future for all

Kick-start your design career with Caritas Australia and help bring our biggest fundraising campaign, Project Compassion, to life. In this maximum-term, entry-level role you’ll be mentored by our graphic Design Lead and gain hands-on experience across print and digital. From campaign collateral and merchandise to reports, social tiles, and artwork updates. Based in Mascot with hybrid working and flexibility to suit study, you’ll join a purpose-led team tackling poverty and injustice.

 

About Caritas Australia  

We are Compassion in Action. Caritas Australia is the international humanitarian and aid agency of the Australian Catholic Church. We have a vision to end poverty, promote justice and uphold dignity for all. We partner with the most vulnerable communities to help them build better outcomes by improving access to sustainable livelihoods, clean water, sanitation and education.  

Why work for Caritas Australia?   

You will join a team of like-minded individuals who are passionate about tackling poverty and injustice. As part of the Caritas Australia team, you will also benefit from: 

• Advance your career within the International Aid & Development sector with a focus on professional development and on the job learning opportunities 

• Hybrid working arrangements, to support your work/life balance 

• Generous leave benefits including wellbeing, birthday, and 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave 

• Not-for-Profit salary packaging offered  

What does the role involve?   

This 5-month maximum-term role supports the Creative team during a busy delivery period working on our largest fundraising campaign Project Compassion. Mentored by the Graphic Design Lead, you’ll help deliver a mix of print and digital assets, including campaign merchandise, reports, and social tile resizing and artwork revisions.  You'll also provide additional design support for the annual report and Christmas Appeal, working closely with internal stakeholders to manage updates and feedback efficiently. 

Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to): 

• Assist in designing graphics for social media ads, reports and print assets 

• Implement design revisions and updates based on feedback from the graphic design lead or stakeholders 

• Prepare and format design files for print and digital use 

• Organise and maintain design files and asset libraries 

 

This role is based in our Mascot office and follows a hybrid working model, combining time in the office and working from home. Flexibility is available to accommodate your student commitments. 

 

Who are we looking for?   

The successful candidate will have a deep commitment to Caritas Australia’s mission to end poverty and injustice by promoting human dignity for all, as well as a dedication to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching that guide our global efforts. They will have a mix of the following qualifications, skills and experience:     
 

• A recent graphic design graduate or a current 2nd year TAFE or Uni student  

• Proficient in Adobe creative suite, illustrator InDesign, photoshop and MS Office Applications 

• Can do attitude, openness to learning and collaborating 

• Attention to detail 

 

How to apply  

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the listed qualifications. If you have experience in freelance, doing work for friends and family, this is a great start for your portfolio of experience. We value diverse experiences, and we believe in potential. If you’re passionate about this role and believe you can make a valuable contribution, we’d love to hear from you! 

 

We encourage you to apply early, as we will be assessing candidates as they come in and may close the ad earlier if necessary. 

For any further questions or enquiries, please contact the people team at People.Culture@caritas.org.au . Otherwise, please submit you cover letter and CV through the relevant links.   

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us. 

 
Our commitment to safeguarding – Caritas Australia recognises the personal dignity and rights of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults. As part of your employment, you will be required to undergo relevant background checks (Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, Reference Checks), abide by our safeguarding policies, and sign our Code of Conduct including Professional Behaviour Standards for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.   

Our commitment to diversity - Caritas Australia encourages and supports an inclusive and diverse workforce. We consider applications regardless of race, sex, gender, age and disability. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of minority groups, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.   

Our commitment to safety and wellbeing - Depending on your role, Caritas Australia may require you to undertake health checks or receive vaccinations to ensure your safety and wellbeing at work.