UI/ UX Designer at Solidaridad Eastern & Central Africa Expertise Centre (SECAEC)

Profile & Responsibilities

We are looking for a talented UI/UX Designer Consultant to create unique user experiences! The ideal consultant would have an eye for sleek and artful design, possess excellent UI skills, be able to translate high-level requirements into interactive flows and beautiful user interfaces. If you have a passion for front-end design and user experience, we would love to hear from you. 

As a UI/UX Designer Consultant, you will be responsible for:

• Collaborating with our front-end and/or backend developers to define and implement innovative solutions for the product direction, visuals, and experience.
• Executing all visual design stages from concept to final hand-off to the frontend and/or backend developers.
• Conceptualizing original ideas that bring simplicity and user friendliness to complex design challenges.
• Create wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.
• Present and defend designs and key milestone deliverables to peers and executive-level stakeholders.
• Establish and promote design guidelines, best practices, and standards.

You are passionate about using design to promote sustainable agriculture and improve the livelihoods of rural communities. As an energetic team player with excellent representation skills, you effortlessly connect with others. You take initiative, think quickly on your feet, and are always ready to bring innovative design solutions to the table.

Main Experience & Role Requirements

• Qualifications in UI/UX and design.
• Proven UI experience (5 years+).
• Proficiency in Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and other visual design and wireframing tools.
• Demonstrable UI design skills with a strong portfolio. Strong graphic design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction.
• Solid experience in creating wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps.
• Ability to present your designs and improve the experience of  various stakeholders.
• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively. Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Up-to-date with the latest UI trends, techniques, and technologies.
• Intercultural sensitivity, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Good networking and representation skills, proactive and entrepreneurial attitude.
• Good command of English is required.