Vacancy title:
Software Engineer

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Deadline of this Job:
23 February 2023  

Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, February 11, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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Mission and objectives

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations' global development network. UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience to sustain development results.

Context

Pulse Lab Kampala (https://www.unglobalpulse.org/lab/kampala/) is part of a network called UN Global Pulse (https://www.unglobalpulse.org) with other Labs in New York, Jakarta in Indonesia, and Helsinki in Finland. In Uganda Pulse Lab Kampala operates under the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator. Established in 2009, UN Global Pulse (UNGP) is an initiative of the Executive Office of Secretary-General (EOSG) with a globally distributed team in the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. In support of the Secretary-General’s priorities, and in advancement of the UN Charter. Global Pulse serves as a cross-pillar lead and hub for experimentation and digital innovation.

UNGP works with digital innovation, strategic foresight, real-time data and artificial intelligence to further sustainable development, humanitarian and peace outcomes. UNDP's vision is ‘A world in which responsible and inclusive digital innovation serves to empower people and protect the planet’. UNDP's mission is to work at the intersection of digital innovation and science to inform, inspire and support the entire UN and those it serves, and to anticipate and respond to the challenges of today and tomorrow.

The goals of the UNGP Network are: i) to generate knowledge, capabilities and approaches that support the transformation of the United Nations into a more agile and resilient ‘next-generation’ institution; ii) to create and accelerate the development of globally accessible approaches which help communities and partners anticipate and address emerging global challenges; and iii) to advocate for the global transformation of policies, practices and culture required to maximize the impact of digital innovation, minimize its risk of harm, and ensure pathways to scale and sustainability.

Task description

The software engineer will be responsible for designing, developing and implementing software plus handling all other activities of the software life cycle such as:

1.            Requirements gathering

2.            Code version control and testing

3.            Documentation of systems and user guidelines and handling any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

Required experience

• 3 years of experience in designing, developing software’s, gathering and analysis, software design, development, and deployment.

• Experience in python software development frameworks including Django or Flask, using version control systems like GitHub, unit testing and continuous integration, Software documentation and generation of content for user guidelines

Knowledge in databases preferably SQL and MySQL, software security concepts and performance optimization techniques.

Area(s) of expertise

Administration, Engineering and construction, Development programmes

Languages

• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in Software engineering, Computer science, Information Technology, Electrical engineering or related field. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Competencies and values

• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Sound security awareness;
• Have affinity with or interest in Data driven projects, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Other information

Living conditions and remarks

Kampala is the capital city of Uganda with good living conditions and accessibility to all social amenities.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
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