ICT Associate

Under the direct supervision of the ICT Analyst - ICT Project Manager, the .NET/REACT senior developer will be responsible for the following tasks for EIF client:

• Gathers and defines the functional requirements for the software solution.

• Contributes to the analysis, design, development, and maintenance of enterprise applications using .NET technologies (C#, ASP.NET Web Forms, .NET Core).

• Contributes to the analysis, design, and development of enterprise applications’ front-end using REACTJS.; 

• Implements DDD (Domain Driven Design) pattern in the applications

• Contributes to  the implementation of web applications ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and usability of systems by adhering to established and evolving architectural standards;

• Develops mock-up themes or design of new ones with other developers and/or clients; 

• Ensures the proper performance of deliverable functionalities, providing test cases and avoiding regressions; Ensures the effective migration of existing sites and applications; 

• Performs the application deployment and maintenance of the infrastructure (Windows Server system and other server applications such IIS, Microsoft SQL Server); 

• Develops innovative software components  and implements them as a replacement of existing solutions; 

• Creates user and project documentation;

• Ensure timely delivery of project products and services,
• Contribute to  the development and maintenance of enterprise applications,
• Support working relationships with the client.

• Completion of secondary education is required.
• A university degree or diploma in information technology, computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics, engineering or related fields is an asset and may substitute some years of
  experience.

• 6 years of experience developing web applications in  .NET framework with ASP .NET CORE or closely related experience  is required, (OR 4 years of relevant experience as described above, combined with a  diploma, OR 2 years of relevant experience as described above combined with a Bachelors degree). 
• Experience building applications with React JS  is required.
• Experience with the use Windows Server system and other server applications such IIS, Microsoft SQL Server is required.
• Experience in front end development to create web pages that closely match the mockups and wireframes built by UX designers or related experience is desirable.
• Proficiency in using Git (or other version control system) for source control management is desirable.
• Experience with Agile project development and product delivery is desirable.
• Experience with the DDD pattern is desirable.
• Knowledge of ASP .NET Web Forms is desirable
• Knowledge on Atlassian products is highly desirable (Jira, Confluence and Bitbucket); 

• Full working knowledge of English is required.
• Knowledge of other UN languages, especially Spanish, is desirable

• Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement (LICA), retainer basis
• Contract level: ICS6/LICA 6
• Contract duration: Retainer for up to 50 days per year

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.