Software developer

World Food Programme – Palestine Country Office

Vacancy Announcement
Deadline for applications: Sunday 31 August 2014

Job Title: Software developer 
Duty station: Jerusalem
UN Category: Special Service Agreement SB3/1
Duration : 3 Months initially  
Remuneration: Monthly

Supervision received:  The software developer reports to the WFP Information Management Officer

Accountabilities: Within delegated authority, the software developer will be responsible for the following duties:

Description of tasks:
1-Software development of existing and new mobile applications
2-Software development of existing and new web-based applications
3-Database design and development
4-API design and development for existing systems

Software development of existing and new mobile applications
-Maintain development the GRASP app for Android mobile devices
-Develop other applications as required
-Porting of GRASP app to iOS platform may be required

Software development of existing and new web-based applications
-Maintain development of the GRASP reporting application
-Develop front-ends and small web-based applications as required

Database design and development
-Design and develop a unified database system to link all the CO databases in use, based on a common API

Expected Results:
With initiative and judgement produces organised, accurate and well documented software, working in concert with other developers in WFP and in partner agencies, applying industry standards. Addresses unforeseen situations seeking advice and guidance from supervisor, as necessary.

Qualifications:
(These are the standard minimum qualifications established by WFP for the effective performance of the tasks described in the Generic Job Profile. Corporate recruitment/workforce planning needs, in addition to local market supply may require changes or amendments to these, as appropriate. Any queries on changes for vacancy announcement purposes should be addressed to Recruitment and Reassignment Branch, Human Resources Division.)
-Education: Secondary, however University degree preferably, in Computer Science, Computer/Database programming or Information Technology.
-Experience: At least three years of progressively responsible positions related to software development and database design.
-Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic.
-Knowledge: Excellent working knowledge in Java, C# using the Android SDK and Microsoft Visual Studio.General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing human resources administration.

The Special Service Agreement is a short term contract modality and has no entitlement/ benefit except of the health insurance. Any leaves during the contract duration will be deducted from the monthly salary.
The post is equivalent to SB3/1 SC5 with a total salary (lump sum) of 8158 ILS/month

How to apply:
1-Fill in the attached Employment History form, can be downloaded from:

Employment History form

2-Send your full CV to [email protected]  

Failure in sending the two mentioned documents will disqualify  your application

Applications must be received by Sunday 31 August 2014@ 02:00hrs

Only short-listed candidates meeting the required qualifications will be contacted.

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