The Hired Guns are seeking a highly skilled UX/UI Designer to help create an intuitive website for a global non-profit undergoing a massive digital transformation.
The Nitty Gritty
The backstory on the organization and why they need to hire you!
Founded in 1962, this global non-profit drives change with preeminent thought leadership, actionable solutions and a galvanized community of multinational corporations that accelerate and advance women into leadership roles. They’re in the middle of a massive digital transformation and they’re looking for a UX/UI expert with strong, hands-on digital production experience to help create an intuitive, customer-centric website. As the UX/UI Designer, you will think holistically and back up all design decisions with data. You will report to the Senior Digital Director to iteratively improve the usability of the site, with the goal of increasing supporter engagement. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop digital experiences and web products that increase user engagement and support organizational objectives. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that the website has a best-in-class user experience and adheres to accessibility guidelines. Think UX Design combined with Service Design that accelerates workplace inclusion for women. Plus, you’ll be the first-ever design hire. It’s a good look.
Why You?
How you’ll know if you’re a fit…
The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years’ experience in UX design and is familiar with the full product design lifecycle. You must have strong knowledge of usability standards and best practices for optimization. You’re well-versed in Figma, Asana, and Adobe Creative Suite. You’re adept at analyzing data and incorporating feedback from users and stakeholders. You possess an understanding of website and email analytics, how to benchmark KPIs, and how to interpret engagement data. You must have experience with Google Analytics (GA certification a plus). You’re a proactive creative problem solver and strategic thinker with attention to detail. Plus, you’re passionate about gender equality and excited to work for a company that’s moving the needle forward. Note, you MUST have an online portfolio of work in order to be considered for this role and you MUST be a designer. (If you’re a developer, please don’t apply to this one, thanks!)
The Inside Skinny
Why you should quit your job right now and join this organization!
You will be the first design hire this company has ever had. That means the sky’s the limit and your voice counts. Plus, your work will help to Increase the representation of women, particularly women from racially and ethnically marginalized groups, in corporate leadership and promote equal access to career opportunities. Yes, you should apply ASAP. This one will go fast!
The Hired Guns does not and will not discriminate in considering and referring candidates for employment, or in its treatment or advancement of its employees, and will not tolerate harassment, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
