Web Developer at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Functional Responsibities

• The web developer specialised in Drupal and website management will be responsible for implementing UNEP’s web renewal project and will do the following:
• Designing and implementing templates and information architecture based on technical specification provided by the consultancy firm;
• Setting up and configuring Search Optimization Engine for UNEP;
• Configuring relevant and required Drupal 8.0 modules;
• Create themes, templates, CSS and HTML 5.0 code;
• Migrate content from existing sites;
• Undertake project management to ensure timely delivery

Education

• Bachelors of Science degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or simi...

Experience

• At least 3 years experience in designing and developing sites using Drupal.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required

Competencies

For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Functional competencies

Professionalism

Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations.

Planning And Organizing

Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Communication

Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Skills

Web developers should have advanced knowledge and experience in:

Required

• Proficiency in Drupal Content Management System;
• Knowledge of web development (PHP, MySQL, HTML/CSS, JavaScript)
• Knowledge of commonly used Drupal modules such as Views, CCK, Taxonomy, Features etc.;
• Knowledge and experience with cross browser web development for IE, Firefox, Safari and Chrome;
• Experience with version control (GIT) such as creating branches, tags, etc. and working in a multi-developer environment;
• Experience in developing training manuals and training to content editors.

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.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: International Individual Contractor Agreement (IICA)

Contract level: IICA-1

Contract duration: 6 months