Mobile and Web Application Developer Consultant (Port Sudan) – IOM
Job Description
| Organization | United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees |
| Job Title | Mobile and Web Application Developer Consultant (re-advertized) |
| Location | Port Sudan, Sudan (Remote) |
| Classification | International Consultant |
| Type of Appointment | Consultancy |
| Estimated Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Closing Date | 30 June 2024 |
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non- governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities three
Under the supervision of the Information Management Officer, the Consultant will develop a mobile application in native
and/or hybrid code for the Sudan information management system, RIMS, and publish it to the Android store.
Deliverables:
- Application specifications document.
- Weekly progress reports.
- Source code of the application, along with detailed technical documentation.
- Publish the application to the Android store.
- Create a user manual.
- Perform such duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Required Qualifications and Experience and/or skills required:
Education:
- Candidates should have a university degree in computer science, information management, or related fields and
demonstrate experience in mobile and web application development. - Candidates should provide a portfolio containing examples of their achievements.
Experience:
- Five years of developing and deploying native, hybrid or cross-platform mobile applications.
- Experience in developing mobile applications with Drupal as a backend
- Experience integrating external APIs in mobile applications.
Skills:
The incumbent should exhibit the following skills and technical expertise:
- One of the following –
o Flutter
o React Native
o PhoneGap or Ionic
o Kotlin or Java - Knowledge of REST/JSON, Bootstrap and Angular JS.
Languages:
- IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish.
- For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of Arabic is an
advantage.
Competencies:
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
▪ Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
▪ Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
▪ Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Core Competencies – behavioral indicators
▪ Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
▪ Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is actionoriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
▪ Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
▪ Accountability: takes ownership of achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
▪ Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.
Others:
APPLICATION PROCESS
The interested applicant is invited to submit to IOM Sudan specific documents as stated below:
- An updated CV, overview of previous employment undertaken and contact details, accompanied by a coverletter detailing the applicant’s motivation.
- The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
- No late applications will be accepted.
- IOM has zero tolerance with discrimination and does not discriminate against HIV/AIDS status.
- This position is open to all nationalities.
- Vacancy close at 23:59 local time Khartoum, Sudan on the respective closing date. No late
applications will be accepted.
How to apply:
▪ Candidates with the required qualifications can apply through email by mentioning the reference
code CFA 2024 02 (Mobile and Web Application Developer Consultant) in the subject line to
[email protected] with the above-mentioned documents:
▪ Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications by 30 June 2024, referring to this
advertisement.
Posting period:
From 23 June 2024 to 30 June 2024
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview
processing,training, or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank account.
