About our
organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (also
known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an
independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about
the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty
and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with
partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations
for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located
in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 34 countries in Africa, Asia
and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International
Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
About the position
LUMENS
User Interface Designer will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of
ecologists, ecological modellers, land use planning specialists, land
scientists, economists, and social scientists to design visual appearance of
graphical user interface for Land Use Planning for Multiple Environmental
Services (LUMENS). He/she will work under a close collaboration with relevant
scientists and other potential users.
Duties and Responsibilities:
LUMENS
User Interface Designer will be responsible in designing visual appearance of
LUMENS graphical user interface for analytical modules. This will include:
- Developing initial wireframe of the user interface through close collaboration with LUMENS core-programmer team
- Designing visual appearance of the graphical user interface
- Test the usability of the design through discussion with LUMENS core programmer and potential user
For a detailed Job Description
please visit HERE
Requirements
- Minimum Diploma degree in digital art or graphic design.
- Experiences in designing graphical user interface design.
SKILLS
AND COMPETENCIES
- Have a skill in communication among different levels of stakeholders.
- Able to work independently as well as being a team player.
- Well organized; able to meet deadlines.
- Good English command (passive English).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well in multicultural teams.
Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an
equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working
environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly
encourage applications from qualified women. This is a short-term position and
will be for an initial period of six (6)
month.
How to apply
Applications for the position must
include:
- A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
- Detail curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
All correspondence should be addressed
to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Southeast Asia
Regional Office via email: icrafsea-hr@cgiar.org and should
indicate “Application for LUMENS User
Interface Designer” on their application letters and email submissions.
Applications will
be considered until October 30, 2014 or until a suitable candidate is
identified and selected. Please note
that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be
contacted.
