Volunteer UI Designer at Farm Radio International

Farm Radio International - We are the only international non-profit organization focused on using radio to help African farming communities help themselves. We make radio a powerful force for good in rural Africa - one that shares knowledge, amplifies voices, and supports positive change.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Volunteer UI Designer

Location: Nigeria
Position Duration: 12 - 22 months
Reports to: Managing Specialist, Digital Innovation (Product Manager)
Works closely with: UI Designer, Digital Innovation Officers, Data Engineer, Front and Backend Developers, Country Representative.

Mandate

• To enhance the performance and reliability of the ASR system and revolutionize how users interact with speech data through our Uliza interactive application, Farm Radio is looking for a talented UI Designer to join our team and drive the design and improvement of the Uliza web application.
• The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating user-centric interfaces, an eye for detail, and experience designing complex web applications with a focus on usability and accessibility.

Scope of Work
During that time the volunteer will:

• Develop user interface designs for the Uliza web application, ensuring alignment with user needs and business goals.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that clearly illustrate design ideas and user interactions.
• Translate complex ASR functionalities into intuitive and visually appealing UI components.
• Work with the UX writer and researcher to conduct user research to gather insights into user needs and behaviours related to ASR technology.
• Perform usability testing to identify pain points and areas for improvement in the current UI.
• Analyze feedback and data to refine design solutions and enhance user experience.
• Work closely with a UX writer and researcher, developers, and a product manager to ensure seamless integration of design with technical functionality.
• Participate in design reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to iterate on design solutions.
• Develop and maintain design systems, including style guides and component libraries, to ensure consistency across the web application.
• Stay up-to-date with design trends and best practices, particularly those relevant to ASR and web applications.
• Prepare detailed design specifications and assets for developers, ensuring clear communication of design intent and interactions.
• Document design decisions and maintain design-related documentation for future reference.

Delivererables
UI Designs:

• High-fidelity mockups for web application screens, including interactive elements, icons, and other UI components.
• Prototypes demonstrating user flows and interactions within the application.

Wireframes & User Flows:

• Low-fidelity wireframes outlining the layout and structure of the application.
• User flows detailing the steps users take to accomplish tasks within the application.

Design Documentation:

• Design specifications and guidelines for developers, including color schemes, typography, and spacing.
• Documentation of user research findings and usability test results.

Design System:

• A comprehensive design system including reusable components, style guides, and patterns specific to the Uliza application.

Usability Reports:

• Reports summarizing usability testing results and providing actionable recommendations for design improvements.

Qualifications
Required:

• Able to work effectively in English
• Proven experience as a UI Designer, with a portfolio showcasing your work on web applications, preferably in the tech or ASR space.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or similar.
• Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices for web applications.
• Experience with usability testing and user research methodologies.
• Strong experience in training and facilitation
• Excellent intercultural communication skills.

Expense:

• FRI will cover costs related to the delivery of the volunteer assignment, including transportation and monthly stipends.

Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2024.