Job: Drupal Development Assistant

Location: Nairobi 
Deadline: Thursday, 19 September 2013 

Description

Vacancy code VA/2013/B5303/3909

Position title Drupal Development Assistant

Level ICS-3

Department/office AFO, KEOH, Kenya

Duty station Nairobi, Kenya

Contract type Local ICA Support

Contract level LICA-2

Duration 1 year (renewable subject to performance and availability of funds)

Application period 11-Sep-2013 to 20-Sep-2013 Print

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Background Information - UNOPS

Background Information - UNOPS In December 2010, the United Nations General Assembly reaffirmed UNOPS mandate 'as a central resource for the United Nations systems in procurement and contracts management as well as in civil works and physical infrastructure development, including the related capacity development activities.' UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners. As an operational arm of the United Nations, UNOPS is currently supporting a range of partners including UN agencies, funds and programmes, international and regional financial institutions, intergovernmental organizations, donor and recipient governments, and non-profit non-governmental organizations in the implementation of more than $1 billion worth of peace building, humanitarian and development projects every year. With its headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark, a network of five regional offices and a further 20 operations and project centers, UNOPS oversees activities in more than 80 countries and often implements projects in the most challenging environments,while maintaining world class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By managing around 1000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground. UNOPS employs more than 6000 personnel and on behalf of its partners,creates thousands more work opportunities in local communities.

Background Information - KenyaThe UNOPS Kenya Operational Hub (KEOH) plays a critical role in supporting projects on behalf of partners and creating real results that matter for people in need. KEOH is implementing projects worth more than $30 million in East Africa and is helping partners achieve project goals in project management,procurement, infrastructure, human resource management and advisory services.Background Information - Job-specific

The UN Somalia Risk Management Unit (RMU) has been established to support all United Nations entities working in Somalia (UNCT Somalia), as well as partners and donors. This unit works within the Office of the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator.

The RMU is unique within the United Nations system and has made considerable progress in advancing the risk management agenda for the UNCT Somalia. Consequently, the RMU is looking for a highly motivated individual who can positively contribute to the work of the team, and support the humanitarian and development operations of the United Nations in Somalia. The Drupal Development Assistant is responsible for assisting the Head of Risk Management Unit through the Database Administrator Associate, in the provision of specialised and technical support of the Contractor Information Management System (CIMS).

Functional Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Risk Management Unit through the Database Administrator and in collaboration with the wider Risk Management Unit, the Drupal Development Assistant will have the following responsibilities:

• Compilation and uploading of the Risk Management Unit data into the CIMS.
• Scheduled review of existing data uploaded in the system for compliance and quality assurance.
• Assist in the development of functionalities for the CIMS using Drupal 6.
• Assist in the Upgrade of CIMS in Drupal 7.
• Assist in the training of internal and external users of CIMS.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Head of Risk Management Unit and/or Database Administrator.

Competencies

• Integrity.
• Professionalism.
• Respect for diversity.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Accountability.
• Planning and organization skills.
• Results orientation.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Teamwork skills.
• Technological awareness.
• Knowledge – Shares knowledge and experience and has a demonstrated ability to understand and apply the ISO31000 Enterprise Risk Management Standard.
• Highly motivated an ability to work long hours in fast-paced and often stressful environment with a positive attitude and problem-solving, solutions based outcomes approach.
• Excellent communication skills and able to explain technical issues to users with different levels of technical literacy.
• Self-motivated with an ability to accept responsibility and accountability for decisions and actions.
• Knowledge of UN core values, rules and regulations.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

• Completion of secondary education mandatory. Professional certification in the field of Information Sciences, computer sciences or engineering or related field is a plus.
• Diploma or University degree preferably in Information Sciences, computer sciences or engineering is an asset.
• The candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible or job related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in PHP, MySQL, C++ as well as database and application design/development is essential.
• Experience in problem solving and the ability to identify solution based outcomes is desired.
• Teamwork – an ability to foster a spirit of cooperation and collaboration.
• Demonstrated experience in Drupal application development;
• Fluency in written and oral English required.

Certifications

• Professional certification in the field of Information Sciences,computer sciences or engineering or related field is a plus.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local ICA Contract level: L-ICA 2 step 3 Contract duration: one year initially, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: http://www.unops.org/ENGLISH/WHOWENEED/CONTRACT-TYPES/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements-ICAs.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
• 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 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.

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