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Front-end Developer

Home Based - May require travel

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Home Based - May require travel
  • Grade: Junior level - IICA-1, International Individual Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Information Technology and Computer Science
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - Job-specific

The Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is seeking a Drupal Front-end Developer to join their Digital Services Platform (DS) team within the Information Management Branch (IMB). OCHA maintains multiple web-based platforms that are used in humanitarian response. This position will encompass working on DS-lead projects, collaborating on joint projects with other teams, and occasionally supporting other OCHA properties.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about using their tech skills to help humanitarian
response around the world.

Functional Responsibilities

● Develop online applications with Drupal for both general and administrative users;
● Implement front-end improvements to existing Drupal sites based on user feedback and recommendations from the UI/UX Designer;
● Support user research and testing; write up findings for review by the full team and integrate results into future development;
● Support the implementation of automated testing frameworks;
● Integrate applications with various API-endpoints from both OCHA and our partners;
● Support efforts related to data visualizations from API content;
● Deploy or support deployment of applications to the production environment;
● Surge into joint projects with other teams to provide development support;
● Represent DS at meetings and events globally with presentations, demonstrations and through panel discussions.
● Participate in team meetings and in team forums as required.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:
● An advanced university degree in computer science, information systems, information technology or other related fields is preferred and can substitute two years of relevant experience.
● A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, information technology or other related fields is required.
● Secondary education with additional four years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

Experience:
● A minimum of two years of experience within the relevant and related fields;
● Experience as a front end developer for Drupal 7 websites;
● Experience with responsive CSS frameworks, such as Foundation or Twitter Bootstrap; and/or an understanding of SMACSS, OOCSS or BEM concepts;
● Strong understanding of current Javascript techniques;
● Excellent understanding of modern accessibility and usability techniques;
● Exceptional communication skills;
● Experience developing iterative prototypes and / or using Design Sprints for software development;
● Experience working with in source controlled environments (e.g., GitHub) on collaborative, cross-disciplinary, and distributed teams (can be as a volunteer on open source software projects);

Desired Experience:
● Experience with testing frameworks or testing applications for business value (e.g., Behat, BDD, etc with TravisCI integration);
● Strong understanding of REST-based web services;
● Experience using a front-end JavaScript framework such as Angular, React, or Backbone;
● Experience working "at scale" and understands how to approach caching / serving cached content;
● Experience as a developer or front-end developer on Drupal 8 websites;
● Experience working in load balanced environments;
● Experience contributing to open source projects;
● Experience working on data visualisation, with Javascript libraries, from API content;
● Good understanding of living style guides and applying consistent design patterns across platforms;
● Experience (paid or unpaid) in the humanitarian or development sector would be an asset, but not necessary.

Language:
Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: International ICA
Contract level:IICA-1/ICSC-8
Contract duration: 4 months with possibility of extension


For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx 

Additional Considerations

  • Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
  • Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
  • The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale. 

Background information- ECR

Based in Geneva, the Europe and Central Asia Regional Office (ECR) supports UNOPS offices throughout the region through: management, financial and programmatic oversight of global and country-specific portfolios, clusters and operations centres, including hosting services; fund and management advisory services; project implementation; procuring goods and services; and managing human resources.

ECR ensures that projects are executed to the highest standards, providing a shared knowledge base and ensuring that best practices and lessons learned are disseminated between business units and projects across the entire region.

ECR strategy is to:

  • Strengthen UNOPS role in operationalizing the Sustainable Development Goals with particular emphasis on health, environment and economic development.
  • Position UNOPS in the Balkan sub-region, the Caucasus and Central Asia.
  • Strengthen the implementation of ECR global and regional programmes, with revitalized partnerships in infrastructure, procurement and project management.

ECR operates global portfolios from offices in Geneva, Brussels and New York, and country-specific programmes from its operations and project centres located in Eastern Europe and Central Asian countries.

Background Information - Development Group Cluster

Based in New York, the UNOPS Development Group Cluster supports diverse partners with their peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations. The cluster also supports the United Nations Secretariat, as well as a broadening community of other New York-based United Nations organizations in the delivery of project management and implementation services.
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