The purpose of the UI/UX Designer is to design, plan and conduct ongoing user research to conceive and implement new designs while keeping the customer (both internal and external) needs in mind. The ideal candidate will always deliver intuitive, fully tested and user-centered solutions combined with creativity and an awareness of design elements and CI requirements of the client and best practice in the marketplace.
Additional responsibilities include:
Gather and evaluate user requirements in collaboration with product owners / managers or stake holders
Illustrate design ideas using storyboards, process flows, prototypes and sitemaps for new product ideas and enhancement of existing products
Test new ideas before implementing
Design graphic user interface elements, like menus, tabs and widgets
Build page navigation buttons and search fields
Develop UI mock-ups and prototypes that clearly illustrate functionality and Look and Feel
Create original graphic designs (e.g. images, sketches and tables)
Prepare and present rough drafts to internal teams and key stakeholders
Identify and troubleshoot UX problems (e.g. responsiveness)
Conduct layout adjustments based on user feedback
Adhere to style standards on fonts, colours and images
Think outside the box and approach infrastructure with modern techniques that are agile and scalable
Conduct ongoing user research and keep abreast of market trends in digital design


Key Skills
The ideal candidate has exceptionally high ownership, excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to work with agility in a fast-paced environment. They would also be highly focused on demonstrating excellence in service delivery and problem-solving; breaking down complex information into understandable and actionable items.

Work/Educational Requirements

Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an UI-UX Designer in the Digital Telecommunications or Mobile space
Diploma / Degree in Graphic Designing
Portfolio of design projects
Proven work experience as a UI/UX Designer or similar role,
UI/UX design portfolio of evidence
Knowledge of wireframe tools (e.g. Wireframe.cc and InVision)
Up-to-date knowledge of Adobe range of products including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat and Dreamweaver.
Some knowledge of Usability Factors in Human Computer Interaction
Good time-management skills
Applicant must have highly effective verbal and written communication skills, proven experience working in a team environment, and the ability to complete assignments independently with minimal supervision