Result of Service
The role will be responsible for the day-to-day development activities of the application development team. The developer will be responsible for the design, testing, development and deployment of eUNRWA solutions, web applications and interfaces with internal and external partner systems, services, and projects within the overall software development lifecycle. The incumbent will coordinate with other DITID units to provide technical solutions and implement the software solutions for high performance, optimized and efficient solutions as required by all business processes and in compliance with the defined standards.
Work Location
Amman
Expected duration
12 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific Outputs/Tasks include but not limited to: · Develop and maintain cross-platform mobile applications using React Native. · Build reusable components and implement state management solutions (e.g., Redux, Context API). · Integrate mobile applications with RESTful APIs and third-party services. · Ensure application performance, security, and responsiveness across multiple devices. · Collaborate with UI/UX teams to deliver intuitive and user-friendly mobile interfaces. · Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented front-end code. · Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers. · Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing mobile applications. · Prepare technical documentation and user guides. · Participate in agile ceremonies and provide regular progress updates. · Create, maintain, and troubleshoot build and deployment pipelines.
Qualifications/special skills
University degree from accredited educational institution in computer sciences or information technology or other related discipline. · Minimum 6 years of experience in front-end or mobile development (Android, iOS) · Proven experience with React Native and JavaScript/TypeScript. · Experience integrating mobile apps with RESTful APIs and third‑party services. · Familiarity with secure authentication methods (e.g., OAuth 2.0, token-based authentication). · Experience in integrating native device features such as (Camera, GPS / location services, and Push notifications). · Strong knowledge of mobile UI development and component-based architectures. · Familiarity with mobile build tools and ecosystems (Xcode, Android Studio).
Languages
English and Arabic are the working languages of UNRWA. For this assignment, fluency in both Arabic and English are required.
Additional Information
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE • The consultancy is based in UNRWA HQA Amman - Jordan. • The selected candidate will receive a monthly remuneration that is equivalent to A16 Step 1 amounting to JOD 1,190.43 for every fully completed month. • The duration of the Contract is up to 12 months, and the possibility of extension is subject to the availability of funds and continuing need and satisfactory performance. • As part of Digital Impact, Technology and Innovation Department (DITID)and digital workspace the role works under the overall supervision of the Product Lead – eUNRWA.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.