The International Trade Centre (ITC) assists developing and transition countries to take advantage of expanding trade opportunities in an increasingly complex global environment. ITC supports ‘Trade Impact for Good’, promoting sustainable and inclusive development goals through trade. The Information Technology & Systems (IT&S) section under the Division of Programme Support provides information technology solutions to the entire organization. One of such is the Green & Inclusive Value Chains (GIVC) section. There are several digital/online solutions and methodologies in this unit for strategic and operational research, assessing national trade performance, trade competitiveness and linkages between trade and development prospects, among which is the Trade for Sustainable Development (T4SD) programme.

Under the overall guidance of the Chief IT&S, the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer and in close co-operation with business unit Head, T4SD and Chief, GIVC the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: • Participates in the development, programming, testing, debugging and implementation of new web application systems releases, modules and functionalities. • Develops, tests and implements web application systems and programs using UN established standards for IT technologies, programming languages and tools. • Serves as team member in the planning, specification, design, development, implementation and support of web application systems; independently liaises with users to define and specify requirements. • Prepares technical and user documentation for deployed web application systems, as well as training materials and conducts technical presentations. • Maintains functional specifications for web application systems, programs and procedures developed and/or modified. • Provides support for deployed web application systems including version management, data recovery and deployment to users’ offices; performs ongoing reviews with users and developers and responds to users requests. • Drafts correspondence and communications, including work plan revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit contributions for a variety of periodic reports. • Serves as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of web application systems development projects, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units to initiate requests; prepares standard terms of reference; processes and follows-up on administrative actions and resolves issues related to project implementation, e.g. organization of and participation in training, procurement of equipment and services, etc. • Keeps abreast of developments in the field; performs benchmarking and proposes new acquisitions. • Provides guidance to new/junior staff. • Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Performs other duties as assigned.

• Professionalism: Understanding of the software development lifecycle and IT project management methodologies, processes and industry standards. Knowledge of web application design, development and maintenance in JavaScript-based frameworks, covering full-stack (database, backend, frontend) application development, deployment and operations, including monitoring and performance management. Ability to conduct research and gather information from a wide variety of standard and non-standard sources. Ability to respond to changing requirements and assignments, ability to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Able to perform analysis, modelling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. • Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client. • Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Not available.

At least seven (7) years (5 years with a university degree) of experience in information systems analysis and programming, systems administration and maintenance, software development, technical writing or related area is required. Experience in modern web applications design development is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in client-facing roles, with stakeholders from both public and private sectors is desirable. Experience with JavaScript programming language and patterns including modern backend and frontend frameworks like Angular, NodeJS, NestJS is desirable. Experience with NoSQL document databases is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience designing, developing and implementing web applications supporting or enabling environmental and/or social sustainability, preferably in multi-stakeholder settings is desirable. Experience with rapid prototyping and UI/UX design using modern, AI-backed tools like Figma, and their translation to modern web applications is desirable. Previous experience in the UN common system is desirable

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult

https://languages.un.org

for details).

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Required Languages

Language

Reading

Writing

Listening

Speaking

English

UN Level III

UN Level III

UN Level III

UN Level III

Assessment will be undertaken through a comparative analysis of the applications. The assessment may also include a competency-based interview and/or other appropriate evaluation mechanisms.

The conditions of service are governed by the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations. This is a temporary appointment for an initial six (6) months and may be subject to extension. ITC champions workforce diversity, inclusion, gender equality and gender parity and considers all qualified persons - of all genders - equally, including those with disabilities, without discrimination or prejudice of any kind. ITC also offers attractive flexible work arrangements to help promote a healthy work/life balance and to allow all staff members to express and develop their talents fully. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to hrs-jobs@intracen.org. Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration. ITC Internal staff on fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, if selected, may be entitled to Special Post Allowance as per Staff Rule 3.10. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. Eligible applicants selected from outside the duty station are responsible for any expenses in connection with their relocation to the duty station. Staff members subject to local recruitment are not eligible for allowances or benefits exclusively applicable to international recruitment. For information on salary and entitlements, please consult the International Civil Service Commission website: http://icsc.un.org THE USE OF AI AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS IS PROHIBITED AND ITS USE MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

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