What Jobs are available for User Experience in Kenya?

Company Description

Onbora is a startup company looking for a UX/UI designer to help in the design procedures for the company. Our company focuses on offering tech solutions for small and medium businesses in Africa.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a User Experience Designer located in Nairobi. The User Experience Designer will be responsible for applying design thinking to create intuitive and engaging user experiences. Daily tasks include conducting user research, creating visual designs, and developing prototypes. The designer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the design vision is executed effectively.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Design Thinking and User Research skills
• Expertise in User Experience (UX) and Visual Design
• Ability to create high-fidelity Prototypes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or related field is preferred
• Experience in a similar role is a plus

Company Description

Bluemify is dedicated to empowering mothers at every stage of their journey by providing both virtual and home-based consultation services. We connect mothers to professionals from the comfort of their homes, ensuring that they receive the necessary support and guidance. Our mission is to make professional help more accessible and convenient for mothers everywhere.

Role Description

This is an internship role for a User Experience (UX) Design Intern. The UX Design Intern will be responsible for applying design thinking principles, conducting user research, and creating visual designs for web and mobile interfaces. The candidate will also be involved in developing prototypes, improving user experience (UX), and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product usability and accessibility.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Design Thinking and User Research
• Strong skills in Visual Design and User Experience (UX)
• Experience in Prototyping and creating interactive mockups
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in healthcare or related industries is a plus

What you'll get

• Hands-on startup experience in the growing health-tech sector.
• Opportunity to design for social impact and improve maternal mental health care.
• Mentorship and guidance from an experienced, cross-functional team.
• Exposure to real-world product development processes in web and mobile.
• A chance to build your portfolio with impactful projects.
• Flexible remote working.
• Potential pathway to a full-time role after internship.

We're offering a
3-month remote, unpaid internship
for a passionate
UI/UX Design Intern
to join our creative team.

The ideal candidate is curious, innovative, and eager to gain real-world experience designing EdTech products that impact learners across Kenya and beyond.

Remote Internship

Duration:
3 Months

Type:
Unpaid

Perks:
Mentorship, Certification, and Real Project Experience

If you're looking to learn, grow, and build your portfolio in a meaningful way -
Marsoney Labs is where you belong.

Apply now by sending your CV to

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• Lead the design process from concept to execution, creating wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Develop user personas, user flows, and journey maps to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Define and maintain design systems, style guides, and brand guidelines to ensure consistency across products.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into user-friendly interfaces.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior UX/UI designers.
• Stay updated with the latest UX/UI trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders clearly and persuasively.
• Contribute to the overall product strategy and vision from a design perspective.
• Ensure designs are optimized for various devices and platforms.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a strong portfolio showcasing successful digital product designs.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, etc.
• Experience in leading design projects and mentoring design teams.
• Solid understanding of user research methodologies, usability testing, and information architecture.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail, typography, and color theory.
• Strong understanding of front-end development principles and their implications for design.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, and fully remote environment.
• Experience designing for web and mobile applications.
• This role is based in **Kitale, Trans-Nzoia, KE**, but operates on a fully remote basis.

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing, to gain insights into user needs and behaviors.
• Translate user research findings and business requirements into user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes.
• Develop high-fidelity visual designs, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines and design systems.
• Create intuitive and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define product features and user stories.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing, and performance data.
• Present design concepts and solutions to stakeholders, clearly articulating design decisions.
• Champion user-centered design principles throughout the product development process.
• Stay updated on the latest UX/UI trends, tools, and technologies.
• Contribute to the evolution of the company's design system and style guides.
• Mentor junior designers and share best practices.
• Ensure accessibility standards are met in all designs.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in UX/UI design, with a focus on digital products.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Solid understanding of interaction design principles, information architecture, and usability best practices.
• Experience working with agile development teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical requirements into simple, user-friendly interfaces.
• Experience in a remote-first work environment is highly desirable.
• A passion for creating beautiful, functional, and impactful digital experiences.

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of interactive experiences for digital platforms and physical installations.
• Translate creative briefs and project requirements into innovative and engaging interactive concepts.
• Develop detailed user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and interactive mockups using industry-standard tools.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to iterate on designs and ensure optimal user experience.
• Collaborate with visual designers and motion graphics artists to define the aesthetic and interactive elements of projects.
• Work closely with software engineers to ensure the technical feasibility and implementation of interactive designs.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in interactive design, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and other relevant fields.
• Present design concepts and prototypes to stakeholders, effectively articulating design decisions and rationale.
• Mentor junior designers and foster a collaborative and innovative design environment.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and design standards for interactive experiences.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality.
• Maintain a deep understanding of current trends in art, technology, and digital culture.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interactive Design, Digital Media, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in interactive design, with a strong portfolio showcasing innovative digital and interactive projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in UX/UI design principles, user-centered design methodologies, and rapid prototyping.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Protopie, or similar.
• Experience with creative coding environments (e.g., Processing, TouchDesigner) and/or familiarity with web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a significant advantage.
• Experience with AR/VR development platforms or 3D modeling software is a plus.
• Strong understanding of animation principles and motion design.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and adapt to evolving project needs.
• Proven ability to lead design initiatives and mentor creative talent.
• Experience working in a remote, collaborative environment.