Web Designer / Developer - Consultant at Grassroots Researchers Association (GRA)

Job Summary

• We seek to engage a professional Web Designer/Consultant to design, develop, and launch an interactive, user-friendly, and visually appealing website that reflects the organization’s vision of amplifying survivor voices, promoting healing, and advancing justice for women and children affected by conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV).
• The website will serve as a platform for visibility, resource sharing, storytelling, and advocacy, while strengthening WCCSF’s digital presence and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop a responsive and accessible website (mobile and desktop friendly).
• Work closely with GRA and WCCSF teams to understand brand identity, objectives, and content needs.
• Integrate key features such as:
  • About Us, Programs, News/Blog, Contact, Gallery, and Resources pages
  • Donation/Support functionality
  • Social media integration
  • Newsletter subscription
  • Admin control panel for content updates
• Ensure strong cybersecurity and data protection standards.
• Provide training to WCCSF staff on content management (CMS use).
• Conduct testing, debugging, and ensure smooth launch of the website.
• Deliver technical documentation and backup of the website.
• Provide 3 months of post-launch technical support.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Design, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of 3 years proven experience in designing and launching functional websites for NGOs or development projects.
• Demonstrated portfolio of at least three completed website projects.
• Experience working with humanitarian or civil society organizations is an added advantage.

Deliverables:

• Website design prototype and sitemap
• Fully functional website hosted on a secure server
• Training of WCCSF focal staff on website management
• Technical documentation and user manual
• Post-launch maintenance support (as agreed).

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, etc.) and content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, or Wix).
• Experience in UI/UX design and website responsiveness.
• Familiarity with SEO principles and website analytics.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and data protection compliance.
• Creative design and visual communication skills.
• Excellent communication and project management abilities.

Remuneration

• Competitive consultancy fee, commensurate with experience and deliverables.
• Payment will be made in milestones based on satisfactory completion of agreed deliverables.