Information Systems Assistant (Software Developer)

MONUSCO/MONUC was established in 1999 under the auspices of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). SCR 2277 (2016) requests MONUSCO to support efforts of the Government of DRC towards the protection of civilians, through a comprehensive approach involving all components of MONUSCO, including through reduction of the threat posed by Congolese and foreign armed groups and of violence against civilians, including sexual and gender-based violence and violence against children to a level that can be effectively managed by the Congolese justice and security institutions; and to support Stabilization through the establishment of functional, professional, and accountable state institutions, including security and judicial institutions. The project aims at a better understanding of the most serious violations of human rights law and international humanitarian law in DRC and supports the leadership of the Mission through informed policy and decision making on future vetting of security forces through risk assessment and mitigation, joint planning for MONUSCO operations, as well as advocacy efforts.

MONUSCO/MONUC was established in 1999 under the auspices of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO).

Assignment is in family duty station (Entebbe).

The BRM software development team provides value-added custom solutions where UN enterprise applications do not meet the diverse and complex needs of field missions.

Within the delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the BRM manager under Innovation and Technology Pillar or designated authority, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following duties:

• The incumbent will develop applications that automate and streamline manual processes, strengthen administrative efficiency and oversight, analyze existing workflows, and recommend improvements.
• The role also requires coordinating with stakeholders to deliver assigned tasks and projects on time. Solid project management skills are required.
• Project documentation is critical to ensure proper tracking and follow up.
• Perform application testing and make necessary adjustments to ensure smooth operational state of the applications built
• Strong public-speaking and presentation skills are useful for presenting proposed solutions to clients.
• Provide needed technical support for already deployed applications/databases/systems
• Conduct user training for knowledge transfer and produce user guides during application handover
• Maintain business confidence by upholding confidentiality of clients;
• Keep up professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and/or reviewing professional publications and/or establishing personal networks and/or participating in professional societies;
• Occasionally, the incumbent will research new projects that require input from multiple disciplines and areas of expertise.
• Perform other duties when directed by managers or whenever there are operational requirements.