FMIS Project Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Established in 1949, UNRWA provides assistance and protection for Palestine refugees in the Middle East. The agency operates in five fields: Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank, and Gaza. UNRWA's mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development, while providing them with essential services such as education, healthcare, and social services. The organization employs thousands of staff members across various countries, working towards the betterment of the lives of Palestine refugees.

Job Overview:
The FMIS Project Consultant position is focused on supporting the implementation and delivery of the Financial Management Information System (FMIS) project. The consultant will be responsible for producing high-quality business requirements documentation, supporting solution design and implementation activities, and coordinating with stakeholders and technical teams. The role also involves supporting testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and training activities, as well as delivering project documentation and reporting. The consultant will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful deployment and stabilization of the project, which is expected to last for a duration of 7 months.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The specific outputs and tasks for the FMIS Project Consultant include but are not limited to: building and maintaining FMIS application modules using ASP.NET/.NET Core and related Microsoft technologies; developing and maintaining organizational hierarchy, premises management, projects management, dashboards, reporting, and GIS-related modules; developing backend services, APIs, and integrations with internal and external systems; providing daily technical support and analyzing business/system requirements; conducting bug fixing, troubleshooting, optimization, and quality assurance activities; reviewing code to ensure application security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, performance, and compliance with UNRWA standards; supporting deployment, UAT, production releases, and post-go-live stabilization activities; preparing technical documentation, deployment guides, and user manuals; delivering regular progress updates and backlog tracking reports; and participating in Agile/Scrum ceremonies while collaborating with project stakeholders throughout the implementation lifecycle.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the FMIS Project Consultant position include a university degree from an accredited educational institution in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline. Additionally, candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of experience in web application development using ASP.NET/.NET Core and MS SQL Server. Experience in enterprise application development and implementation, developing APIs and integrations, and familiarity with ASP.NET MVC, .NET Framework/.NET Core, C#, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and related technologies is essential. Candidates should also have experience with relational databases and SQL Server, as well as troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization skills. Familiarity with deployment environments and DevOps practices is desirable, and experience with GIS integrations and dashboards is considered an asset.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree from an accredited educational institution in a relevant field such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline. This educational background is crucial for understanding the technical requirements and challenges associated with the FMIS project.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in web application development, specifically using ASP.NET/.NET Core and MS SQL Server. Candidates should have a strong background in enterprise application development and implementation, as well as experience in developing APIs and integrations. Familiarity with various programming languages and technologies, including ASP.NET MVC, .NET Framework/.NET Core, C#, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, is also necessary. Experience in troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization is essential for ensuring the quality and efficiency of the applications developed.

Languages:
Fluency in both Arabic and English is required for this position, as these are the working languages of UNRWA. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both languages to collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to the project's success.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is based in UNRWA Headquarters in Amman, Jordan. The selected candidate will receive a monthly remuneration of JOD 996.42 for each fully completed month of service. The duration of the contract is 7 months, with the possibility of extension subject to the availability of funds, continuing need, and satisfactory performance. The role operates under the overall supervision of the Head of the Software Development Section and the Lead Solution Architecture within the Digital Impact, Technology and Innovation Department (DITID). It is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training.