UI/UX Designer - Mobile Applications
Job Description:
Our client is a visionary nonprofit organization redefining humanitarian work through technology. Their Innovation Team is at the forefront of creating cutting-edge digital solutions that revolutionize donor engagement, streamline operations, and amplify global impact.
They are now seeking a talented UI/UX Designer to join their Mobile Applications Team. In this highly mission-driven role, you will design meaningful and emotionally resonant mobile experiences that help connect donors with the causes they care about right from their phones.
As part of a collaborative and agile digital team, you'll focus on crafting intuitive, elegant, and impact-driven mobile app experiences across iOS and Android. You'll be responsible for everything from user flow design to UI prototyping bringing empathy, creativity, and strategy into every tap, swipe, and scroll.
Job Title: Project UI/UX Designer - Mobile Applications
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full-Time
Number of Vacancies: One
Key Responsibilities
Mobile User Experience Strategy
- Design end-to-end mobile experiences for iOS and Android that simplify the donation process
- Develop mobile-specific user flows and onboarding journeys that reinforce our client's mission
- Create adaptive designs optimized for real-life mobile use cases like micro-moments and on-the-go giving
Mobile Interface & Visual Design
- Design accessible and visually engaging UI in line with platform guidelines (iOS HIG, Material Design)
- Create mobile screens and layouts that tell powerful impact stories through design
- Build interfaces that balance design elegance with mobile performance constraints
Interaction & Motion Design
- Design intuitive touch interactions, micro-interactions, and animations that enhance usability
- Develop alert and notification components that drive donor re-engagement
- Ensure mobile tap targets and interactive elements are optimized for small screens
Mobile User Research
- Conduct usability tests and user interviews focused on mobile experiences
- Leverage mobile analytics to uncover behavioral insights and improve design decisions
- Create donor personas and journey maps reflecting different motivations and giving behaviors
Prototyping & Validation
- Build interactive mobile prototypes in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
- Test design concepts across various devices and screen sizes
- Iterate based on feedback from user testing and technical feasibility
Design System & Developer Collaboration
- Create and maintain a mobile-specific design system with reusable components
- Document guidelines for consistent mobile experience across iOS and Android
- Partner with developers to ensure pixel-perfect implementation of UI designs
Candidate Profile
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or related field
- 6+ years of experience designing mobile UI/UX with a portfolio of mobile-first projects
- Proficiency in mobile design tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, etc.
- In-depth understanding of platform guidelines and mobile usability principles
- Experience conducting mobile user research and A/B testing
- Strong visual design skills with command of layout, typography, and accessibility
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in nonprofit, philanthropy, or social impact organizations
- Knowledge of donation flows, fundraising UX, and impact storytelling
- Understanding of mobile performance optimization and accessibility standards
- Experience with mobile motion design and animation
- Familiarity with mobile development processes and constraints
- Knowledge of mobile engagement techniques and notification design
Key Competencies
- Mobile-first design thinking
- Empathy for users and understanding of donor behavior
- Ability to simplify complex ideas into clear, engaging experiences
- Creativity combined with precision and structure
- Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills
- Drive to innovate while respecting platform conventions
- Passion for leveraging mobile design to achieve real-world impact
Why Apply?
- Be part of a mobile team delivering experiences that directly increase charitable giving
- Work in a creative and collaborative environment with other mission-driven technologists
- Contribute to a design-first culture where user experience leads innovation
- Enjoy flexibility, purpose, and opportunities for growth
- See your designs help people make a real difference in the world
Salary Range:
AED 10,000 - 15,000
Required Skills:
Fundraising Maps A/B Testing Operations Collaboration Figma Creativity Mobile Applications Animation Design Thinking Usability Accessibility Balance Interfaces Agile iOS Salary User Experience Onboarding Validation Communication Skills Android Components Optimization Developers Analytics Strategy Research Testing Design Communication