Application Guide

How to Apply for Visual Communication & Mural Design Consultant

at Evidence Action

🏢 About Evidence Action

Evidence Action is a nonprofit that scales proven, cost-effective interventions to reduce poverty across Africa and Asia. Unlike many development organizations, they rigorously test and implement only evidence-based programs, ensuring maximum impact per dollar. Working here means contributing to data-driven solutions that have already demonstrated real-world results.

About This Role

As a Visual Communication & Mural Design Consultant, you will translate complex program data and impact stories into compelling visual narratives, including murals, infographics, and graphics. Your work will directly support Evidence Action's mission by making evidence accessible and engaging for diverse audiences, from local communities to donors.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a check-in with the communications team to align on upcoming program needs, followed by sketching concepts for a mural that explains safe water practices. You might spend the afternoon refining an infographic with data from the M&E team, then review color palettes to ensure brand consistency. The role blends creative design with collaborative problem-solving, often requiring you to switch between digital and large-scale formats.

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🎯 Who Evidence Action Is Looking For

  • A designer with a strong portfolio showcasing mural design and visual communication projects, especially those that simplify complex information.
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and experienced in producing both digital and large-scale physical designs.
  • Comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., program managers, M&E) to understand data and craft narratives that align with brand guidelines.
  • Passionate about global development and evidence-based approaches, with a keen interest in using design to drive social impact.

📝 Tips for Applying to Evidence Action

1

Tailor your portfolio to include examples of murals and infographics that tell a story or simplify data; highlight any work related to public health, poverty, or international development.

2

In your resume and cover letter, explicitly mention your experience with evidence-based or data-driven design, and how you've translated data into visuals.

3

Research Evidence Action's specific programs (e.g., Deworm the World, Safe Water Now) and reference them in your application to show genuine interest.

4

Demonstrate your ability to work collaboratively by describing past projects where you partnered with non-design teams (e.g., researchers, field staff).

5

Submit a brief (1-page) design concept for how you would visually communicate one of Evidence Action's impact metrics (e.g., number of children dewormed) – this shows initiative and understanding of the role.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your passion for using design to communicate complex evidence and drive social impact, with specific examples from your portfolio.', 'Your ability to collaborate with non-design teams to understand data and translate it into compelling visuals.', "Your familiarity with Evidence Action's evidence-based approach and specific programs, showing you've done your homework.", 'Your experience managing multiple projects and working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Read about Evidence Action's core programs: Deworm the World, Safe Water Now, and their new initiatives. Understand their theory of change and impact metrics.
  • → Review their brand guidelines and visual identity on their website and social media to ensure your portfolio aligns with their aesthetic.
  • → Look at how they currently communicate impact (e.g., annual reports, blog posts) and think about how you could improve or expand their visual storytelling.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the evidence movement in global development (e.g., J-PAL, IPA) to understand the context of their work.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through your portfolio – pick one mural or infographic and explain your design process from brief to final product.
2 How would you approach designing a mural for a community in rural India that explains the importance of deworming?
3 Describe a time you had to simplify complex data for a non-technical audience. What was your process?
4 How do you ensure your designs align with brand guidelines while still being creative and impactful?
5 Why are you interested in working at Evidence Action specifically, and how do you see design contributing to evidence-based programs?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic portfolio without any murals or data visualization examples – this role specifically requires those skills.
  • Focusing only on aesthetics without demonstrating understanding of how design can communicate evidence and drive behavior change.
  • Ignoring the company's mission and evidence-based approach in your application – generic passion for design isn't enough; show you care about impact.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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