Web Designer

Role: Web Design

Contract Type: Volunteer

Interview: February 2025

Duration 12 Months

Who we are & What do we believe?

Arcadia is a non-profit, international non-governmental organisation with a global presence, comprising 238 members from all seven continents. Founded and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, Arcadia is dedicated to two core missions:

Our primary mission is to make university-level education accessible to everyone, irrespective of financial, social, geographical, or political barriers. We strive for academic excellence and aim to diminish the limitations to education, ensuring that high-quality education is available to all. Our secondary mission is to foster a global appreciation and support for art. By addressing contemporary global issues through art in our exhibitions, and highlighting significant art events worldwide, we aim to cultivate a deep-seated art consciousness. Our goal is to inspire a greater appreciation for art in the modern world.

At Arcadia, our academic team consists of over 70 international researchers who contribute to Higher Education-level academic articles across a myriad of disciplines. Our commitment to sharing knowledge without any charges or subscriptions ensures that everyone, everywhere, can benefit from our collective expertise. We believe in the transformative power of education and art to create a better, more enlightened world, a modern utopia.

Wherever you are, whoever you are !

We believe that the internet is one of the greatest resources humanity has achieved, giving us the opportunity to exceed our physical boundaries. Arcadia welcomes all; regardless of gender, ethnicity, and age. We embrace diversity and as an international NGO with more than 79 different nationalities, our aim is to support diversity within our teams and allow people all around the world to have the opportunity to join and contribute and grow in their fields of interest.

About the Position

Arcadia is seeking a skilled Web Designer to join our Web Development and Design team, where you will play a critical role in shaping and maintaining our digital presence. As a Web Designer at Arcadia, you will be tasked with ensuring that our website remains visually engaging, user-friendly, and operationally efficient. You will work primarily within the Wix platform, utilizing its tools and coding capabilities to create and customize design elements that elevate the user experience.

In this role, you will take ownership of our website’s digital user friendly web creation, design updates, and optimization efforts. Your work will involve close collaboration with the content team to ensure that the visual and functional aspects of the site align with Arcadia’s mission of providing free, accessible academic content to a global audience. You will also be expected to manage ongoing site maintenance, implementing necessary updates and troubleshooting any issues to ensure optimal performance.

Reporting directly to the Head of Web Development, you will receive guidance and feedback on your projects, but your role will be largely autonomous. You will have the flexibility to experiment with design solutions while ensuring consistency with Arcadia’s branding and goals. You will report on the website's performance, providing insights into user experience and suggesting areas for improvement to management, monthly bases.

This is an opportunity to not only develop your web design skills but also to be part of an international, inclusive team working towards a meaningful cause. If you're passionate about web design and want to contribute to an organization that is making a positive difference globally, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

As the Web Designer for Arcadia, you will play a central role in shaping and maintaining the organization’s digital presence, ensuring that our website is both functional and visually appealing. Your responsibilities will include:

Website Design and Development:

Create, design, and maintain website content using Wix’s intuitive platform. Work to ensure that Arcadia's website remains engaging, responsive, and user-friendly, providing an exceptional experience for visitors across all devices.

Wix Customization and Optimization:

Leverage your coding skills within the Wix platform to customize design elements, improve website functionality, and create advanced features that go beyond standard templates. Regularly review the website’s performance, including speed optimization and responsiveness, to ensure a smooth user experience.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

Regularly update website content, design elements, and backend features. Troubleshoot any technical issues promptly and ensure the website operates without interruption.

Skills and Competencies Required:

Web Design and Development Expertise:

Proficiency in web design, UI/UX principles, and responsive design, with a strong ability to build aesthetically pleasing and functional websites. Experience in designing within the Wix platform and coding custom features using Wix Code is essential.

Technical Competence and Problem-Solving:

A solid understanding of web development tools, coding languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and website customization. The ability to troubleshoot technical issues and optimize website performance is crucial.

Collaborative and Cross-functional Communication:

Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments. You will need to understand design requirements from various teams and translate them into impactful website solutions. Ability to collaborate and share insights with non-technical stakeholders is key.

Qualifications

A minimum of 2 years of professional experience with the Wix platform for website design and development. Candidates without Wix experience should possess at least 3 years of experience in a comparable web design role.

Demonstrated expertise in web design principles, including UI/UX design, responsive design, and the creation of user-friendly and visually appealing websites.

Strong proficiency in the coding languages used by Wix, specifically Wix Code (Velo), JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, with the ability to customize and enhance website functionality within the Wix platform is desired.

In-depth experience in website performance optimization, encompassing aspects such as load speed, SEO fundamentals, and ensuring full responsiveness across devices.

Fluency in English, both written and spoken, with exceptional communication skills for interacting with stakeholders at various levels.

Fluency in English is required.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with senior leadership, employees, volunteers, and external stakeholders.

Comfortable with part-time commitment, contributing 8–10 hours (20%) per week, with availability for remote work, selecting your own working hours.

A motivational and empathetic leadership style, with a commitment to fostering inclusivity, integrity, and excellence. Strong interpersonal skills to inspire trust and credibility within the organization.

What We Offer

An online certificate with an international serial number after completing one year at Arcadia.

Access to Arcadia's Executive Education Certificate Program, which includes six courses totaling 64 hours, specifically tailored for your role, with international certification.

Access to a global network of seasoned professionals and consultants, offering tailored support to help you grow, excel, and advance in your area of expertise.

We promise you a green world, a new feature. Join a fully net-zero carbon emission organisation committed to supporting a greener world.

Flexible working hours based on project deadlines. You must be available to work 8-10 hours per week, with the flexibility to choose your working hours.

The chance to be part of our volunteer organisation, contributing to Arcadia's humanitarian mission to provide education for all.

Possibility of contract renewal with advancement at your field at the end of your 1 year according to evaluation of the Arcadia Board.

The opportunity to work remotely, providing flexibility and the ability to balance your work with other commitments.

The chance to work with a diverse team of individuals from around the world, supporting the organisation's commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Being credited with your name, picture and also being credited in the '' Team '' section.

Training sessions from our valuable and well-experienced team members.

Being part of our volunteer-based organisation, and the satisfaction of contributing and doing good to the world.

Arcadia is an equal opportunity provider. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.