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NCBA

Banking + 2 more

Head of Product Design

Job details

Contract Type

Description
Job Specifications

Academic:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s in Human-Computer Interaction, Design, or related discipline.

Professional:

  • 8+ years of design experience with strong UI/UX and user research focus.
  • Leadership experience in managing design teams.
  • Strong portfolio and expertise in tools such as Figma, Adobe Suite, or Sketch.

Industry:

Experience in fintech or digital platforms is highly desirable.


Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities (Duties and Responsibilities)

1. Financial (10%)

Ensure design processes are cost-effective and contribute to reducing inefficiencies in product development. Minimize outsourced work by building internal capability.

2. Internal Business Processes (75%)

  • Design Strategy (20%)

Define and maintain a scalable design framework rooted in user research. Lead UI/UX strategy to support evolving digital financial products.

  • Team Development (20%)

Coach and mentor the design team, implement performance reviews, and foster a collaborative team environment focused on excellence and innovation.

  • Execution & Delivery (20%)

Lead design from concept to execution. Oversee research and testing. Ensure all deliverables meet timelines, accessibility standards, and product goals.

  • Cross-Team Collaboration (15%)

Integrate design into product roadmaps. Translate business objectives into actionable design initiatives. Maintain alignment between teams.

3. Customer (5%)

Translate user feedback and market insights into design decisions. Promote human-centered design that delivers seamless, engaging experiences for all LOOP users.

4. Learning and Growth (10%)

Support design career paths, establish a feedback culture, and ensure team members meet professional development goals. Promote awareness of design trends and tools.


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