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Ivy Njenje

@ivynjenje

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Creative UI/UX Product Designer with a focus on user-centric solutions.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment where I can leverage my design skills to create impactful user experiences and grow professionally.

I am a passionate UI/UX Product Designer with over three years of experience in creating user-centric interfaces for both web and mobile applications. My journey has been marked by a commitment to enhancing user experiences through innovative design solutions. I have successfully led projects that involve building prototypes, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital products.

Throughout my career, I have worked on various projects, including the redesign of an online recruitment platform and the development of the Upesi Mobile Money Transfer App. My expertise in responsive design, usability testing, and design systems has enabled me to create intuitive and engaging user experiences. I thrive in environments that challenge my creativity and allow me to contribute to meaningful projects that improve user engagement and satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Product Design Consultant

Devs Kenya

Apr 2024 - May 2024 (1 month)

Led the redesign of an online recruitment platform aimed at advertising tech jobs for developers. Conducted user research to identify issues with job search navigation and application flow, creating wireframes and prototypes to enhance user experience.

User Research Wireframing Prototyping Responsive Design Cross Functional Collaboration

Product Design Consultant

Mobidev Kenya Ltd

Apr 2023 - Jan 2024 (9 months)

Designed and developed a mobile money transfer app from scratch, conducting market research to inform features and creating user personas. Collaborated with developers for seamless integration, leading to a successful app launch.

Mobile App Design Personas Prototyping Market Research Cross Functional Collaboration

UI/UX Designer Volunteer

Savannah AI

Apr 2020 - Jan 2021 (9 months)

Designed a platform for managing ads across multiple platforms, collaborating with developers for API integration. Created an intuitive dashboard for performance tracking and real-time analytics.

Dashboard Design API Integration User Experience Performance Tracking Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Multimedia University of Kenya

Bachelor of Business Information Technology, Business Information Technology

2018 - 2022

Studied Business Information Technology, focusing on the integration of technology and business processes. Developed skills in multimedia design, information systems, and project management, preparing for a career in product design and user experience.