Org. Setting and Reporting
UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed personnel wishing to make a change. If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. Application Full Stack Developer reports to the Head Software Development Section and Lead Solution Architect .
Responsibilities
– Collaborate with the application development team and stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and design documents. – Develop, test, and maintain web applications and backend services using ASP.NET Core, C#, MSSQL server, and related technologies to support the system’s functionalities. – Integrate and interface the systems with other systems, databases, and external APIs to ensure seamless data exchange and interoperability. – Implement security measures and data protection standards to safeguard sensitive information within the applications. – Conduct thorough testing of new features, enhancements, and bug fixes to ensure a high level of software quality and reliability. – Contribute to the development of technical documentation, including system architecture, design, and user guides, to facilitate system understanding and maintenance. – Keep abreast of the latest technologies and industry trends to propose innovative solutions for the continuous improvement of all systems. – Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Competencies
UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. – Programming Skills – Analytical Thinking – Problem Solving – Teamwork and Collaboration & Communication Skills – Continuous Learning – Innovation For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un. org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI
Education
– University degree from an accredited educational institution in Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Job – Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
– At least 4 years of progressive experience as a senior ASP.NET developer or in a similar Analyst/Programmer role, with a strong focus on C#, MSSQL Server, Transact-SQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is required . – University degree from an accredited educational institution in Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is required . – Proven experience in developing and maintaining web applications using .NET core, ASP.NET,MVC, Web API, and modern JavaScript frameworks/libraries is desirable . – Familiarity with healthcare information systems and standards, such as HL7andFHIR, is desirable. – Experience with Microsoft Azure services and infrastructure, including but not limited to Azure App Service, Azure SQL Database, Azure Functions, Azure DevOps, Azure Active Directory, and Azure Storage is desirable . – Knowledge of database management systems, particularly MSSQL Server, and the ability to design and optimize database schemas and queries is desirable . – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to understand complex business requirements and propose effective technical solutions is desirable . – Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders is desirable . – Fluency in written spoken English is required. – Are you currently residing in Duty station. Please specify your current location. It is required.
Languages
– Fluency in written and spoken English.
Assessment
– Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
Type of Contract: Limited Duration Contract (LDC), Band F. The Limited Duration Contract applies to external candidates and UNRWA internal candidates on LDC. Duration of Contract:1 year- with the possibility of further extension, subject to the availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need. Grade & Salary: LDC- Band F monthly basic salary ranges JOD 1,057.70 Other Benefits: Other benefits include compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave pro-rated to the duration of the contract where less than one year, and family allowance (if applicable).This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in Jordan,and within commuting distance of the duty station with authorization to work in the duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assumeresponsibility or accountability to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in Jordan,and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. Preference will be given to registered Palestine refugees and candidates assisting the Agency to meet its commitment to gender parity. UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities. A roster may be created from the selection exercise, and successful candidates may become eligible for appointment to the same post or a similar post. Only applications that have been fully completed in UNRWA’s online e-recruitment system inspira will be considered and no late applications will be accepted. The PHP should be completed with full relevant work experience under the experience tabs as per the requirements in the Job Opening. All acquired university degrees must also be stated, if applicable. Applicants applying to positions for Grades 14 to 20 or LDC Bands F to H must submit a cover letter/motivational statement in order to be considered. Additionally, providing incorrect or misleading information on an application will result in the immediate disqualification of a candidate. For UNRWA internal staff, they are required to specify and include their current UNRWA grade level. To do so applicants should select under “Category” RLG, scroll down to see all categories, then select their local grade. Equivalency: Equivalency may apply for this post. NB: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination. Advertisements published only in English will only accept applications in English, and Arabic submissions will not be considered. The Agency may disqualify applicants whose name appears on the UN Sanctions List or a UN database of staff separated for reason of misconduct or of staff who separated whilst misconduct processes were pending. UNRWA shares investigation and misconduct information with other UN Agencies, and past and prospective employers, about staff members who have been separated for misconduct, or who have separated whilst an investigation and/or disciplinary process for misconduct is underway; and such persons may be prohibited from employment with the United Nations. The Agency will immediately disqualify applicants who are ineligible for any reason in accordance with the Agency regulatory framework. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. The mission of UNRWAis to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under thedifficult circumstances in which they live. For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/
United Nations Considerations
Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups. At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS RELIEF AND WORKS AGENCY FOR PALESTINE REFUGEES IN THE NEAR EAST (UNRWA) DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE OR REQUEST MONEY FROM CANDIDATES AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT AND ONBOARDING PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING, ONBOARDING). UNRWA DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.