Vacancy code VA/2016/B3617/10741

Position title ASP.NET Developer 

Department/office BIIP, Buz Innov & Improv Prgm

Duty station Bangkok, Thailand

Contract type Local ICA Support

Contract level LICA-7

Duration 1 year

Application period 18-Aug-2016 to 19-Sep-2016

Please apply directly through: 

https://gprs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=10741

Background Information – UNOPS

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.
A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

Background Information – BIIP

The Business Innovation and Improvement Programme (BIIP) is working on helping UNOPS personnel in the delivery of UNOPS mission: to serve people in need. Our aim is to transform the systems landscape within UNOPS into a smart, more agile and well-integrated set of processes and systems.

In January 2016 we launched our new ERP, oneUNOPS which serves as a platform to carry out activities related to our different business processes Finance, Human Resources & Payroll, Procurement and Project Management. As we are constantly improving and expanding this platform, we are currently looking for ASP.NET Developers to be part of our team.

The ASP.NET Developer will be based in Bangkok, Thailand in order to better support UNOPS Global Shared Service Centre (GSSC) which is located there. The ASP.NET Developer will be supervised by BIIP in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The initial time in Copenhagen will be between 1 and 3 months for training and familiarization of the systems.

Functional Responsibilities 

The ASP.NET  developer will work as a key member of the platform development team under BIIP’s supervision. S/he will support a wide array of development activities related to UNOPS implementation of Unit4 Business World. A solid understanding of IT including database management, web development and SQL will be required to undertake the following functional responsibilities:

• Assist in the full development cycle of customised applications within Agresso ERP, using ASP.NET (C#), Javascript, and SQL Server. This includes analysis, design and implementation
• Analyse, design, coordinate and develop system specifications and translate them into solutions
• Assist in the implementation of new modules
• Develop new solutions and functionalities within Unit4 Business World, maximizing usability for end users.
• Design and development of reports within the system
• Test existing and new functionality when upgrades / patches are applied
• Assist system and acceptance testers in troubleshooting anomalies, understanding impacts and identifying solutions to bugs or gaps in functionality
• Assist in the development of training materials and other guidance
• Adequately document all work activities, including design specifications and test plans
• Create new and extend existing operational documentation

Competencies

Client Orientation: Ability to identify and analyse client needs and find appropriate solutions

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Ability to identify issues, conduct basic analysis and participate in the resolution of issues/problems using sound judgement.

Communications: Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex technical issues in a clear, concise manner, increasing the user’s capacity. Ability to communicate with users of various levels of technical literacy, various nationalities and various cultural backgrounds

Teamwork: Demonstrated interpersonal skills; ability to work 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.

Knowledge Management and Learning: Shares knowledge and experience and contributes to practice areas; Promotes learning environment in the office; actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more practice areas and applies newly acquired skills.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

Masters Degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology and Information Systems, Finance or Management Sciences is required.
A Bachelor’s degree in combination with additional three years of experience may be accepted in lieu of master’s degree. 

Secondary education in combination with additional seven years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a master's degree

Experience:

• At least 1 year of experience in .NET Development (including ASP.NET, SQL and other web development technologies) 
• Proficiency in the .NET framework and coding in C#
• Hands on experience in C#, ASP.Net, JavaScript, Visual Studio 2010/2013, Responsive web development, SQL and understanding of web services. 
• Knowledge of the ExtJS framework would be a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of other popular Javascript frameworks like JQuery, Backbone, AngularJS, etc. would be an advantage.
• High level SQL skills.
• Good knowledge and understanding of Web Service API’s especially in regard to integration.
• Ability to get hands on and be comfortable with bespoke interfaces.
• Experience working with web development of applications focused on HR and payroll processes would be a distinct advantage.
• Knowledge of Unit4 Business World/Agresso workflow and security, Forms, Report Creator Tool, and Customisation Tool would be a distinct advantage.
• Fluency in English required.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Local ICA
Contract level: LICA7
Contract duration: one year, renewable
Duty station Bangkok, Thailand with initial time in Copenhagen, Denmark for orientation

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx 

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.