Department: Business Development
Reports to: Project Liaison Officer
Duty Station: Kakuma & Kalobeyei
Purpose of the job
The fashion/garment design technician is in charge of training the local garment makers in all pattern making on cloths and hand bags to match the current fashion demand. S/he will be in charge of mobilising, identifying and training tailors on garment patterns to create fashionable designs as well as training them on operation and maintenance of the industrial machines.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Pattern making:
Train the identified local tailors on how to make paper patterns based on style specification sheet.
Pattern grading:
Train the local tailors to make patterns from one size to another size by increasing and decreasing measurements in certain points of the patterns.
Sample development:
Take lead in making sample fashion designs for local tailors to produce and liase with the local social enterprises to produce samples that are trending in the market.Garment FIT checking and correction of patterns
Train the local tailors to make patterns in such a way that it fit to model body or dress form. Assist the local tailors in identifying problems if a garment does not fit to a dress form. S/he corrects the pattern accordingly.
Incorporate buyer’s comments on samples
Train the local tailors on how to make changes in pattern as recommended by buyer.Take care of product design and make it production friendly
Garment technician take care of those critical points to make sample production friendly.Fabric consumption calculation
Do calculations on fabric used for a garment and lead in setting a competitive price for the market.Technical support in servicing the industrial support
Provide technical support in operation and maintenance of the industrial machines. Report writing
Prepare periodic reports as required by your supervisor Inventory
Maintain an inventory of tools and materials supplied and report the usage to your supervisor
Performs other related duties as required and or as assigned.
MINIMUM PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum qualifications and experience required
Minimum Certificate in garment making, fashion design or related field
Minimum one years’ experience sewing garments on industrial sewing machines Knowledge of garment manufacturing preferred.
In-depth understanding of design principles, fashion, and the fashion industry
Ability to communicate in Arabic is required
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function for this position
Skills and Personal Qualities required
Knowledge of quality control standards to maintain satisfactory levels of pattern production.
Skill in problem-solving techniques.
The ability to meet deadlines and work within a budget
Team working ability.
Self-motivated and self-directed
Good physical (hand/eye) coordinationOther knowledge, additional competences
Managing Work: Managing work to achieve results on time. Understanding and supporting the organization’s vision, purpose and strategies. Understanding our products and services.
Communicating: Communicating clearly and candidly; avoiding vagueness, ambiguity, and mixed messages. Contributing to an enthusiastic, positive work climate; energizing others.
Learning & Adapting: Demonstrating a willingness to take on new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments. Taking the initiative as problems or opportunities arise; being action oriented, willing to take risks.
Maximizing Resources: Working collaboratively with people in our group and in other parts of the organization; supporting others when requested. Working effectively with people who have diverse ideas, perspectives and values.
Desirable Skills
Knowledge of trending fashion designs.
Additional Skills & Competences
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Spoken knowledge of Kirundi and Shilluk is desired
Team-work and participation
Level of self-supervision and ability to take initiative
Degree of accuracy and attention to detail
INGO experience and understanding of humanitarian sector
Commitment to and understanding of AAH-I’s vision, mission, and values.
