UI UX Designer (Youth Employment and Skills Strategy Program)

Summary

LetsStopAIDS is a Canadian youth-HIV charity that focuses on HIV prevention and knowledge exchange by engaging young people and fostering leadership. Since 2004, we have been creating a global network of youth-HIV leaders.

Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS) Program Details

• Duration: 25 weeks (35 hours per week)
• Start Date: Immediately
• Compensation: $17.60 per hour (approximately $15,400 gross pay)

Eligibility

• Ages 18–29
• Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Refugee Status
• Unemployed and not in school
• Priority for youth living with or at risk of acquiring HIV

Responsibilities

• Design and iterate on user interfaces at various fidelities using Figma.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and interactive flows to visualize and communicate ideas effectively.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to ensure accurate implementation and maintain design integrity.
• Conduct user interviews, usability testing, and competitive analysis to inform design decisions.
• Contribute to and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries for visual consistency and brand alignment.
• Stay current with UI/UX trends and emerging tools to push the boundaries of our product experience.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary program (preferably in Computer Science, Digital Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or Business Technology).
• A strong foundational understanding of user interface design principles, including layout, visual hierarchy, typography, color theory, and accessibility.
• Familiarity with Figma and preferably a portfolio with Figma.
• Demonstrated interest in problem-solving, design thinking, and creating aesthetically pleasing, user-friendly interfaces.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to explain design decisions and rationale clearly.
• Bonus: Exposure to user research methods and UX best practices.
• Bonus: Knowledge in HIV/AIDS and sexual health related topics.

Dedication

LetsStopAIDS is dedicated to being representative of the communities in which we work and live. All interested individuals are encouraged to submit their applications.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience designing for real-world products with real users.
• Mentorship from experienced designers and cross-functional team members.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that impact youths.
• A collaborative, inclusive, and creative work environment where your ideas are valued.