Software Developer

Bern

Organization: UPU - Universal Postal Union
Location: Bern
Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
- Information Technology and Computer Science
Closing Date: Closed

Vacancy Announcement No: UPU/22/SPEC5/FT-NC/384

Title: Software Developer

Grade: Specialist (level 5)

Type of contract: Fixed-term (Non-Core) Appointment

Duration: Three years

Publication Date: 1 November 2022

Application Deadline: 30 November 2022
(29 day(s) until closing deadline)
Currently accepting applications

Organizational Unit: Postal Technology Centre (PTC)
Operations & Development Unit

Duty Station: Bern Switzerland

Scheduled date for taking up appointment: 1 February 2023

Organizational Context:
With its 192 member countries, the Universal Postal Union (UPU), a specialized agency of the United Nations, is the primary forum for cooperation between postal sector players. It helps to ensure a truly universal network of up-to-date products and services.
The Postal sector has been faced with far-reaching changes over the past few years. It has become essential for Posts to apply the latest technology in order to respond effectively to changing customer needs. The Postal Technology Centre (PTC) of the UPU acts as a link between technology and the needs of the Postal industry by being the first- choice in providing IT solutions, applications and services that enable the delivery of domestic and international postal services.

Main duties:
Under direct supervision of the Quality of Service/Software Developer Manager, perform computer systems software architecture design, software programming, technical improvements and support for the PTC.

Computer systems software development:
- Designing
Assist in feasibility studies and analysis of user requirements in the preparation of functional specifications.
Participate in the design of the new technical specifications and architecture of the overall software solution in conjunction with the responsible technical project manager.
- Planning
Assist in establishing the development project plan, by estimating the workload of the assigned tasks required to develop the software.
Prioritize and schedule tasks assigned
-Developing
Independently perform the development and the unit test of each software module according to the functional and technical specifications following the project plan.
Collaborate with other team members: share knowledge and work together in reusing common technologies and software components
- Documenting
Prepare adequate source code documentation, including any necessary documentation to facilitate the integration of the module into the final software for release.
Assist the production of the documentation for end-users and for the maintenance and the support of the software
- Testing
Participate in the establishment of a detailed test plan
test (and correct when necessary) the final software, according to the test plan.
- Maintaining and supporting
Maintain a technical expertise on the modules or software which is developed
Maintain a functional expertise on the modules or software which is developed
Perform 3rd level support actions: identify, reproduce and solve technical errors in the software
Assist the demonstration and training of the software to staff and users.

Technology assessment & survey
Maintain IT technical expertise through continuous survey of the external IT landscape.
Evaluate new IT platforms and software development tools, in conjunction with the Coordinator, IT Development.
Provide training to other team members on specific areas of expertise.

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Education:
1st level university degree (B.Sc. or similar) in Computer Science, Engineering or related fields

Experience:
At least 2 years' experience working as a Software Developer

Technical knowledge:
Knowledge of C# and .Net development platform (Native Android development experience will be an advantage)
Knowledge of developing Mobile, Web and Desktop applications with n-Tier architectures
Knowledge of T-SQL and Microsoft SQL Server administration
Knowledge of Power Bi (or any other BI tool), data science and and Hadoop stack and development tools would be an advantage
Basic knowledge in Information System Security

Skills and abilities / competencies:
Interpersonal/human relations skills
Ability to work in multicultural team
Adaptability to tasks
Creative problem solving skills
Good communication skills

Language skills:
Proficiency in English is mandatory. French would be an additional asset.

Additional Information:
This is a non-core post. This position will be in full compliance with the "Rules governing non-core staff", which expressly exclude some international benefits (home leave, installation grant, education grant and eligibility to a continuing appointment).

The selected staff will participate in the UPU Provident Scheme and will be insured together with their recognized dependents against the risks of sickness and accidents.

This is a three years' contract which can be renewed if the services continue to be required in the future, the funds are available and/or the staff member's performance is satisfactory. However, this appointment does not automatically carry any expectancy of
extension or renewal or of conversion to any other type of appointment.

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Applications will be considered for similar positions (for a period not exceeding one year).
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Candidates must ensure that they provide relevant contact details so that they can be contacted at any time, to prevent them from being excluded from the selection process.

Priority shall be given for an internal promotion.
The UPU is committed to securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for its staff members. In this regard, candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to satisfactory background checks aimed at validating the educational and professional background records as indicated by candidates in their respective application forms. At the discretion of the UPU, such background checks may also be extended to include criminal records, disciplinary measures, sexual exploitation and abuse, and professional license check validation.
The UPU is committed to encouraging diversity within its workforce. Interested candidates from minority groups and/or with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated equally and in the strictest confidence.

Annual salary: (Net of tax)
6,000 CHF

The conditions of service are governed by the Staff Regulations and Rules of the International Bureau of the Universal Postal Union.

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form.
All applications must be received by the closing date as stated in the vacancy announcement.

All applicants employed by postal entities and applying for a vacant position in the Professional (P) or Senior (D) category must be recommended and submitted through the competent postal authority.
Applications not satisfying this criterion may not be considered.

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

Applications from women and member states are particularly encouraged.

The UPU promotes diversity and work-life balance.

For further instructions regarding the online application process, please visit the UPU internet page at:

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