What Jobs are available for Ux Research in Kenya?

• Design and execute a range of UX research studies, including usability testing, user interviews, surveys, and ethnographic research.
• Define research objectives and methodologies to address key product questions and business goals.
• Recruit participants for research studies, ensuring diverse and representative samples.
• Conduct data analysis, synthesizing qualitative and quantitative findings into clear, concise insights.
• Present research findings and recommendations to product teams, designers, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to integrate user feedback throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Champion user-centered design principles and advocate for the user's perspective.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest UX research trends, tools, and best practices.
• Contribute to the development of research standards and processes.
• Mentor junior researchers and share knowledge within the team.

• Master's or Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in UX research.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating experience with various research methodologies and a proven ability to translate research into impactful product improvements.
• Proficiency in research tools and platforms (e.g., UserTesting.com, Lookback, SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information effectively.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects concurrently in a fully remote setting.
• Familiarity with design tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch) is a plus.
• A genuine passion for understanding users and improving their digital experiences.

• Design and execute a comprehensive UX research strategy for e-commerce platforms, utilizing a mixed-methods approach (qualitative and quantitative).
• Conduct user interviews, surveys, usability testing, and other research methods to gather deep insights into user behavior and pain points.
• Analyze research data, synthesize findings, and develop clear, actionable recommendations for product and design improvements.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and developers to prioritize research efforts and integrate user insights into the product roadmap.
• Present research findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders at all levels, advocating for the user.
• Mentor and guide junior UX researchers, fostering their professional development.
• Stay abreast of the latest UX research methodologies, tools, and industry trends.
• Define key UX metrics and conduct ongoing research to measure the impact of design changes.
• Champion a user-centric design culture throughout the organization.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in UX research, with a strong focus on e-commerce or digital products.
• Proven ability to conduct a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and translate them into actionable insights.
• Experience with user research tools (e.g., UserTesting.com, Lookback, survey platforms).
• Excellent analytical, synthesis, and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex findings clearly.
• Demonstrated experience in leading research projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Strong understanding of e-commerce user journeys and conversion optimization principles.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, fast-paced environment.
• Portfolio showcasing impactful UX research projects is highly desirable.

• Conduct user research (interviews, surveys, usability testing) to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create user personas, journey maps, and information architecture.
• Develop wireframes, user flows, and interactive prototypes.
• Design high-fidelity visual mockups and UI elements.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders.
• Translate complex requirements into intuitive and user-friendly designs.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback, usability testing, and data analysis.
• Maintain and evolve design systems and style guides.
• Stay current with the latest UX/UI trends, best practices, and technologies.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in UX/UI design and user research.
• A strong portfolio showcasing user-centered design solutions for web and mobile applications.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision).
• Solid understanding of user research methodologies and best practices.
• Excellent visual design, interaction design, and information architecture skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in an agile, remote-first environment is a plus.
• Ability to effectively present and articulate design decisions.

• Conduct user research, including interviews, surveys, and usability testing.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and user flows.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Design high-fidelity UI for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with product managers and developers to define and implement user-centered designs.
• Advocate for the user throughout the product development process.
• Conduct heuristic evaluations and accessibility audits.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and data analysis.
• Maintain and evolve design systems and style guides.
• Present design concepts and research findings to stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in UX/UI design and user research.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in UX research methodologies and UI design for digital products.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision.
• Experience with user research techniques and tools.
• Excellent understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
• Strong visual design skills and an eye for detail.
• Effective communication and presentation skills, particularly in a remote setting.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of front-end development principles is a plus.

2-Week Project, Remote — Nairobi County, Kenya

Company Description:

Power Values
is a human-performance company at the intersection of
behavioral science, coaching, and AI
. Founded by
Jonathan Keim
, Chief Development Officer at
Robbins-Madanes Training
, the brand helps individuals and organizations align decisions with what matters most.

Through our
Power Values Quiz
,
AI coaching platform
, and
data-powered dashboards
, we turn values into measurable action that fuels both personal growth and organizational culture.

We're now expanding our product experience team to craft
intuitive, emotionally intelligent interfaces
that guide users—employees and leaders alike—through discovery, reflection, and transformation.

Role Description

This is a
remote, two-week research project
for a
User Experience Researcher
based in
Nairobi County, Kenya
.

The goal of this project is to conduct
user research and design exploration
for the upcoming
Power Values Leadership Dashboard
—a platform that helps organizations visualize alignment, engagement, and cultural health across teams.

You'll lead a focused research sprint, working closely with the design and product team to uncover how employees and leaders interact with value-based performance data, and translate those insights into actionable design recommendations.

Role Description

This is a
remote, two-week research project
for a
User Experience Researcher
based in
Nairobi County, Kenya
.

The goal of this project is to conduct
user research and design exploration
for the upcoming
Power Values Leadership Dashboard
—a platform that helps organizations visualize alignment, engagement, and cultural health across teams.

You'll lead a focused research sprint,
managing a small team of 1–2 research associates
, to uncover how employees and leaders interact with value-based performance data, and translate those insights into actionable design recommendations for the dashboard.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a
  two-week user research sprint
  , including
  qualitative and quantitative methods
  such as interviews, surveys, and usability tests
• Lead and mentor a small team (1–2 associates)
  in coordinating fieldwork, participant outreach, and data synthesis
• Conduct
  in-depth qualitative interviews
  with leaders and employees to uncover motivations, pain points, and behavioral patterns
• Analyze qualitative data to generate actionable insights and map user journeys related to culture, engagement, and alignment metrics
• Collaborate with product and design teams to translate research findings into data visualization concepts and interaction flows for the dashboard
• Deliver a
  final insights report and presentation
  , including user personas, journey maps, and early design concepts

Deliverables & Timeline

Week 1:
Research Planning & Data Collection

• Finalize research goals, participant criteria, and interview guides
• Conduct interviews and gather user feedback

Week 2:
Analysis & Dashboard Concept Development

• Synthesize insights into personas, pain points, and opportunity areas
• Present actionable recommendations and low-fidelity wireframes or design directions

Qualifications

• Strong skills in
  User Research, Human-Computer Interaction
  , and
  Design Thinking
• Experience designing or researching
  dashboards, analytics tools, or employee engagement systems
• Demonstrated ability to
  lead small teams
  and coordinate research projects under tight timelines
• Excellent
  analytical, storytelling, and presentation skills
• Ability to distill insights into
  clear, visual frameworks
  for product teams
• Empathetic, curious, and user-centered mindset with strong collaboration skills
• Bachelor's degree in
  Human-Computer Interaction, Psychology, Design
  , or a related field

Duration:
2 Weeks

Location:
Remote (Nairobi County, Kenya)

Compensation:
25,000 KSH

If you're passionate about designing tools that help people and teams live their values—let's talk.

To Apply:
Send your portfolio or relevant case studies to
Jonathan Keim
, along with a short note about your approach to user research and dashboard design.

About Sharesource
We are a BCorp company whose purpose is to democratise opportunities for individuals from developing countries. With our brand and culture empowering our partners to attract and keep the most qualified members, we share the knowledge to unleash potential and grow scaling teams for Australian and Canadian businesses.

What are we looking for?
We are looking for a highly creative
UI/UX Designer
to join our team on a
fixed-term, project-based engagement
.This role is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful digital design projects where your expertise will directly shape user experiences.While the initial contract is project-based, exceptional performance may open the door to a permanent position within our team.

You'll take the lead in driving projects from concept to completion starting with client briefs all the way to final delivery. This is a hands-on role where you'll collaborate directly with clients and stakeholders to uncover requirements, design effective solutions, and guide developers through the build, testing, and rollout stages. No two projects are the same, so expect a mix of challenges, creativity, and leadership opportunities. You'll also have the chance to shape the design process while keeping projects on track, on time, and within budget. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you

What are you expected to do?
Working autonomously or in collaboration with the Head of UX & Design:

• Ability to take a brief from client and take them through:

○ User flows

○ Wireframing

○ Design

• Dissect client briefs to work out requirements and spec out design solutions for developers to implement.
• Lead the creation of wireframes, low and high fidelity desktop and mobile prototypes for a variety of clients.
• Ability to have educated UX discussions with clients and stakeholders, justify and articulate design decisions.clients and stakeholders.
• Implement feedback from
• Work with the front-end development team to handover designs and test completed products.
• Lead 'work in progress' meetings with clients, present implemented feedback and instructional sessions.
• Build successful working relationships with clients and stakeholders

You'll Be a Great Fit If

• You have at least 4 years of experience in UI design, with 1 year leading projects from start to finish.

• You have an expert-level skills in Figma, including:

• Preparing designs for handover to developers.

• Creating prototypes that help clients visualize and understand the design.

• You have a good understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design.

• You have familiarity with HubSpot CMS and working with templates or themes.
• You have experience in designing consumer-facing websites and apps.
• You are skilled in creating designs that look great and work well on any device (mobile, tablet, desktop).
• You are confident in suggesting new ideas and improving how things are done.
• You have a great time management and staying organized.
• You are passionate about design and ready to show it.
• You have strong communication skills—you know how to explain your ideas clearly to different types of people,with the ability to interact confidently with clients and development teams.
• You are comfortable working closely with different teams—developers, product managers, and others.

We will be absolutely thrilled if you also have the following:

• Experience working with remote teams across different time zones.
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS for basic template customization.

Here Are The Benefits Of Joining Our Team

• Competitive salary and professional development
• Collaborative client partnerships and a fun, inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for leadership, expertise, and global client exposure
• Monthly coaching, training, and career development
• Remote work flexibility and a flexible hybrid model
• Engage in social impact activities and industry impact
• Achieve work-life balance and flexibility to support personal commitments
• Comprehensive HMO coverage with one free dependent (depending on the employment type)

Please note:
This role is remote; however, we require candidates to be based locally in the Philippines. This is to support occasional onsite activities such as team events, client meetings, or equipment handover. Additionally, local residency is necessary for compliance with Philippine labor laws and employment regulations.

Why work for Sharesource?
Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire hundreds of skillful individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, genders, ages, and personalities to live out our diverse culture and make a positive impact on the world

Our 5 Values

• Make a social impact: We balance our work for client teams and for society by constantly making a positive impact.
• Be proactive: We encourage brave thinking and continuous improvement, and drive change through action.
• Create value: We create measurable values for our stakeholders: our teams, partners, suppliers, investors, and communities.
• Be fair, open and honest: We foster equality and inclusivity in a supportive environment that embraces diversity and celebrates achievements.
• Add fun, passion and love: We prioritise fun and passion, fostering higher engagement and a positive can-do attitude.

What makes us different?
Our Culture Code. You Will Be a Part Of Our Vibrant Company Culture And Experience a Workplace Where Your Contributions Are Valued, Your Growth Is Encouraged, And Your Opinion Is Respected

• Challenged, autonomous, momentum
• Learning, growth mindset
• Lead by our values
• Heard, cared for, make good friends

___

What happens after you submit your application?
The Whole Process Takes Around 4 Weeks

• There will be 3-4 interviews and a possible assessment from our client partner. You will undergo an initial interview, a culture interview, and 1-2 interviews with our cool client. This will run for about 1-2 weeks but we will let you know if we need to ramp it up. Be yourself and have fun.
• We will constantly communicate with you as to the development of your application. You can also directly communicate with us to ask us about the status of your application.
• If all goes well, we complete the reference check and provide other necessary requirements so we can offer you the job right away.

We Would Be Grateful If You Have These Already

• Fit to Work/Health Card (Basic 5 employment medical tests)
• NBI Clearance
• Social IDs - PHIC, SSS, HDMF, TIN
• Character references with contact info

At Sharesource, we believe in the value of diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and we do not discriminate based on factors such as race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.