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Junior Product Design Associate

Savannah Informatics  · Healthcare / Medical

Full Time Nairobi
Nairobi
Deadline: 21 August 2026
Posted May 22, 2026

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in the capacity of [Job Title]. In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing key operational tasks, ensuring seamless execution of daily processes, and collaborating with cross-functional departments to drive efficiency and productivity. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of [X] years of relevant experience in [specific field/industry], along with a proven track record of [specific skills or achievements]. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential, as you will be tasked with identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing innovative solutions. Proficiency in [specific tools/software] and exceptional communication skills are required to effectively liaise with stakeholders at all levels. Additional qualifications include [any certifications, education, or other relevant requirements]. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

We are currently looking for a Junior Product Designer to become part of our Product Development team.

You’ll collaborate with product managers, engineers, and healthcare professionals to facilitate product discovery, conduct user research, and contribute to design execution within healthcare systems and workflows. Additionally, you’ll interpret user needs and convert them into well-defined user journeys, workflows, and interactive prototypes to ensure the delivery of exceptional products.

This position suits an emerging design professional eager to tackle intricate challenges, approach problems systemically, and create solutions grounded in user needs, practical constraints, and real-world contexts.

At Savannah, our design philosophy centers on blending creativity with practicality, ensuring every project not only meets but exceeds expectations. We prioritize user-centric solutions, meticulously crafting designs that resonate with audiences while aligning with business objectives. Our team collaborates closely, leveraging diverse perspectives to foster innovation and deliver cohesive, high-impact results. Through iterative processes and a commitment to continuous improvement, we refine our designs to achieve optimal functionality and aesthetic appeal.

Design at Savannah focuses on addressing tangible healthcare challenges with clarity, safety, and scalability, rather than merely emphasizing aesthetics.

We seek designers who possess a keen eye for detail and a commitment to crafting exceptional user experiences. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proficiency in industry-standard design tools and methodologies, alongside a robust understanding of user-centered design principles. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams are essential. Additionally, candidates should exhibit exceptional communication skills to articulate design concepts clearly to stakeholders and team members. Experience in [specific industry or type of design, if applicable] and a portfolio showcasing innovative and impactful work are highly desirable.

Approach problems by analyzing interconnected systems, dynamic states, and continuous flows rather than focusing solely on individual screen interfaces.

Able to articulate the rationale behind design choices with clarity and conviction.

Able to collaborate effectively with engineers, product managers, and healthcare professionals is required.

We value meticulous attention to clarity, usability, and accessibility, ensuring our products are intuitive and inclusive for all users. It is equally important to thoughtfully address edge cases, maintaining robust performance under diverse conditions.

They maintain detailed records of their reasoning process to ensure clarity and confidence for subsequent collaborators.

Designers operate under a well-defined design leadership framework, fostering consistency, maintaining high standards, and enabling decisive decision-making throughout product development.

Oversee and manage day-to-day operations within the assigned department, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project completion, resolve operational challenges, and maintain high standards of efficiency. Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and achieve organizational objectives. Monitor performance metrics, analyze trends, and prepare comprehensive reports for senior leadership to inform data-driven decision-making. Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering professional growth and a culture of accountability. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards while upholding ethical business practices.

We conduct user research and discovery initiatives to gain valuable insights into user needs, behaviors, and pain points. This involves gathering and analyzing data through various methodologies such as surveys, interviews, and usability testing. The goal is to inform product development and ensure that our solutions effectively address user requirements. Strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of user-centered design principles are essential for this role.

Collaborating with stakeholders and conducting research initiatives will help gather essential user requirements.

Take part in collaborative brainstorming sessions and strategic design discussions to evaluate and enhance product features.

Support market and competitive research to inform product decisions

We design and develop user journeys and interactive prototypes to visualize and refine digital experiences, ensuring alignment with user needs and business objectives. Our team collaborates closely with stakeholders to map out user flows, identify pain points, and test assumptions through iterative prototyping. This process involves creating clickable wireframes, interactive mockups, and high-fidelity simulations to gather feedback early and often. By leveraging user insights and data-driven decisions, we validate concepts before development, reducing risks and optimizing usability. Strong proficiency in prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD is required, along with a deep understanding of user-centered design principles. Experience in conducting user research, synthesizing insights, and translating them into intuitive interfaces is essential.

Develop detailed user journeys and interactive flows that effectively illustrate user objectives, system conditions, critical decision points, exceptional scenarios, and contingency plans.

Craft sophisticated prototypes and wireframes using cutting-edge design software to ensure exceptional quality and user experience.

Incorporate insights from user and team feedback to refine and enhance design iterations.

We are seeking a meticulous professional to join our team as a Validation and Quality Specialist, responsible for ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and maintaining the highest levels of product integrity. In this role, you will conduct thorough reviews of processes, systems, and documentation to verify adherence to established protocols, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions when necessary. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support validation initiatives, perform audits, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in quality assurance, validation methodologies, and regulatory frameworks, along with exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Provide assistance during the transition of development responsibilities, facilitate user testing procedures, and conduct validation assessments to ensure product integrity and performance standards are met.

Facilitate the maintenance of design quality while ensuring alignment with both product objectives and organizational priorities.

Collaborate on design quality assurance initiatives throughout development and release phases to uphold product excellence and consistency.

We are seeking a meticulous professional to oversee the creation, maintenance, and distribution of project documentation and standardized templates. The ideal candidate will ensure all materials are up-to-date, aligned with organizational standards, and readily accessible to relevant stakeholders. Responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, designing clear and concise documentation, and implementing version control systems to track revisions. Additionally, the role involves training team members on proper usage of templates and documentation protocols to enhance efficiency and consistency across projects. Candidates must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in document management tools, with a minimum of two years of experience in a similar role.

Capture design decisions, underlying assumptions, and strategic trade-offs in detailed documentation.

Assist in the creation and ongoing upkeep of reusable templates and design assets to ensure consistency and efficiency across projects.

Ensure that all documentation is meticulously prepared to effectively support the needs of product development, engineering, and quality assurance teams throughout their respective processes.

Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and timely delivery of results. Plays a key role in fostering strong working relationships to drive collective success and aligns efforts with organizational objectives. Responsible for maintaining open communication channels and coordinating activities to meet established deadlines and quality standards. Supports team members in overcoming challenges and contributes to a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Collaborate effectively with designers, product managers, and engineers throughout every stage of the product lifecycle.

Engage actively in Agile rituals such as daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, backlog grooming workshops, and sprint review gatherings to foster collaboration and ensure project alignment.

Clearly convey project status updates, impediments, and interdependencies to all relevant stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment.

Demonstrate a strong sense of accountability, collaborate effectively with colleagues, and exhibit a proactive attitude toward continuous improvement and skill development.

We are seeking a highly organized professional to oversee our tools and workflow systems, ensuring optimal efficiency and seamless integration across all departments. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in managing complex tool sets and streamlining operational workflows, along with strong analytical skills to identify areas for improvement. Responsibilities include maintaining and updating tools, documenting workflows, training team members on best practices, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement process enhancements. Candidates must possess strong communication abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Familiarity with project management software and workflow automation tools is a plus.

You will work with:

Skilled in leveraging Figma, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite for design and prototyping.

We utilize Jira and Confluence to effectively manage task tracking and sprint planning processes.

Collaborate seamlessly with engineering teams through the integrated platform of GitLab, fostering efficient workflows and streamlined communication to drive project success. This role requires seamless integration with engineering processes to ensure alignment, transparency, and productivity across all stages of development. By leveraging GitLab’s robust features, you will facilitate real-time collaboration, version control, and issue tracking, enabling teams to achieve their objectives with precision and efficiency.

Experienced professionals familiar with Agile and Scrum methodologies are sought for roles requiring iterative development, cross-functional collaboration, and adaptive planning. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, or Safe, along with experience in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential. Additionally, familiarity with tools like Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps is highly desirable.

While a software engineering background isn’t required, familiarity and ease in a software development setting are essential.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience is required. Proficiency in Python, Java, or C++ is essential, along with familiarity with data structures and algorithms. Experience with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow or PyTorch is highly desirable. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment are critical. Prior to work experience in software development or a related technical role is preferred.

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Design, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related discipline is mandatory for this role.

Relevant certifications in UX & UI Design, Product Design, Design Thinking, or Product Management will be considered advantageous.

Experience

With a background in roles such as design intern, assistant designer, or junior designer, you bring foundational experience to the table.

A portfolio showcasing product design, UX/UI projects, or pertinent academic coursework is required.

Proficiency in user research methodologies and gathering requirements is essential for this role. Experience in analyzing user needs and translating them into clear specifications is required. Familiarity with techniques such as interviews, surveys, and usability testing is preferred.

Proficiency in collaborating with software development teams constitutes an advantageous qualification.

Proficiency in Agile methodologies and tools like Jira would be beneficial.

We are seeking a highly skilled professional with expertise in [specific skills, e.g., project management, data analysis, software development, etc.], along with proficiency in [related tools, e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Python, CAD software, etc.]. The ideal candidate must demonstrate strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Responsibilities include [list key duties, e.g., developing strategies, troubleshooting technical issues, preparing reports, etc.]. A bachelor’s degree in [relevant field, e.g., business administration, engineering, computer science] or equivalent work experience is required. Prior experience in [specific industry or role] is highly desirable, as is the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.

A solid grasp of UX and UI principles is essential, encompassing hierarchy, feedback mechanisms, accessibility standards, usability best practices, color theory, typography fundamentals, and effective layout design.

Capable of analyzing and interpreting UI states and microinteractions, including default, empty, loading, error, and success scenarios.

A solid grasp of design thinking principles is essential, encompassing research, discovery, validation, prototyping, and testing.

The role requires strong abilities in managing projects and engaging with stakeholders effectively.

You possess strong documentation skills and a meticulous approach to detail.

Exceptional proficiency in both written and verbal communication is essential.

Dynamic and resourceful professionals who thrive in dynamic healthcare settings while demonstrating agility and a commitment to continuous learning.

To initiate the application process, kindly adhere to the outlined submission guidelines, ensuring all necessary documentation is included.

To submit your application, kindly utilize the provided link(s) to access the company’s official website for submission.

Qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate

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