We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Junior to Mid-Level Designer to join our dynamic design team at Mukuru. This role is perfect for someone with a solid understanding of design principles and a passion for creating impactful print and digital assets. You’ll be responsible for supporting a variety of design projects across both traditional and digital platforms, working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives under pressure, enjoys multitasking, and is eager to learn and grow within the design field.
Duties and Responsibilities (Include but is not limited to):
- Create compelling and visually engaging designs for both print and digital mediums (web, social media, email, marketing materials, etc.).
- Assist in the development and execution of design concepts, ensuring they align with brand guidelines and project goals.
- Design layouts, graphics, typography, and illustrations for various marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, social media posts, websites, and digital ads.
- Work with the Design Manager and cross-functional teams to conceptualize and iterate design ideas.
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and project specifications.
- Ensure consistency across all design deliverables and maintain quality control.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas to the design process.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure design solutions are integrated smoothly across all platforms.
- Stay current on design trends, tools, and techniques to continually elevate the quality of design output.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience (2-4 years) as a designer, with a portfolio that demonstrates strong design skills and versatility in both print and digital formats.
- Proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Strong understanding of design principles including typography, color theory, composition, and layout.
- Experience with web design, UI/UX principles, and responsive design is a plus.
- Familiarity with social media design and best practices for creating engaging visual content.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to execute designs with precision and consistency.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and work efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
- A proactive attitude with the willingness to learn and adapt to new design challenges.
Additional Skills
- Experience with motion graphics, video editing, or animation.
- Familiarity with print production processes and file preparation for print.
- Experience working with brand guidelines and digital marketing assets.
- Knowledge of web design and front-end development basics (HTML, CSS) is a plus.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us:
- A creative and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for growth and professional development.
- The chance to work on a diverse range of projects across multiple platforms.
- Hybrid working.
To Apply:Please submit your cv, portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining your design experience and why you're a great fit for this role.
I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!
Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.
If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS
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What We Do
Mukuru is one of the largest money transfer providers in Africa and a leading Next Gen Financial Services Platform that offers affordable and reliable financial services to the emerging consumer. The foundation of our business was built by providing the continent’s migrant diaspora with safe, convenient international money transfers. From this base we have grown a wide range of products and services that take their cue from our customers’ needs and aspirations for greater financial security and a better life. To this end, we continue to build a highly robust and resilient physical and digital financial payments infrastructure across Africa that unlocks new value-added services for our loyal customers. This includes cash transfers, Mukuru Funeral Cover, and the Mukuru Card. As a fintech provider, Mukuru has underpinned its successful customer engagement strategy with the ability to ‘speak the language’ of its users and gain a grassroots understanding of the unique pain points that customers face in each market. Our engagement platforms include WhatsApp, free USSD, the Mukuru App, and the website. Customers are always able to speak to Mukuru about any challenges or difficulties with the platform, whether it’s a Mukuru agent in a physical booth, at a branch, over the telephone, or via a virtual live chat function in a language of the customer’s choosing, and often in their mother tongue. Take a walk through our Contact Centre at any time, and you’ll hear conversations in 15 languages – our very own united nations of Africa and Asia.
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