Information Systems Assistant (Individual Contractor)

Job Posting Organization:
The job is posted by the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), which was established in 195

• The mission of ECA is to promote the economic and social development of its member states, foster regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa's development. ECA operates in multiple countries across the African continent, with a focus on providing a platform for dialogue and policy-making among African governments and stakeholders. The organization employs a diverse workforce dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by African nations.

Job Overview:
The Information Systems Assistant will play a crucial role in the development, testing, deployment, and operational maintenance of the IDEP Alumni Platform. This platform is designed to enhance the engagement of the alumni community, facilitate networking, and support knowledge sharing among alumni. The assistant will be responsible for ensuring that the platform is functional, secure, and operational, with existing alumni data successfully migrated. The role also involves establishing administrative, analytics, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and disaster recovery arrangements to ensure the platform's reliability and effectiveness. The assistant will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure that the platform meets the needs of its users and supports the objectives of the IDEP and ECA.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Information Systems Assistant include providing technical assistance for the planning, design, development, configuration, and implementation of the IDEP Alumni Platform. The assistant will design and implement a robust database architecture to support various functionalities such as user management, networking, and analytics. They will deploy the platform on Microsoft Azure Cloud, conduct data migration from existing databases, and ensure data integrity. Regular demonstrations of the platform will be organized for staff, and feedback will be documented and implemented. The assistant will collaborate with technical teams for user acceptance testing and security assessments, coordinate technical arrangements for notification services, and develop analytics functionalities to monitor platform usage. Additionally, they will prepare disaster recovery plans, develop user documentation, provide training to users, and offer ongoing technical support and maintenance for both the IDEP and ECA Fellowship Alumni Platforms.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Web Development, or a related field from a recognized institution. Alternatively, professional certification in web development from an accredited training institution may be accepted in lieu of a university degree. A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in web application development, database design, and digital platform development is essential. Candidates should possess strong technical skills and a proven track record in similar roles.

Educational Background:
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or Web Development. Professional certifications in web development may also be considered. The educational background should be from a recognized and accredited institution to ensure the quality of knowledge and skills required for the position.

Experience:
The role requires a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in web application development, database design, and digital platform development. Candidates should have hands-on experience in implementing and maintaining digital platforms, as well as a strong understanding of database architecture and web technologies. Experience in working with cloud services, particularly Microsoft Azure, is highly desirable.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position, as it is one of the working languages of the United Nations. Knowledge of French is desirable, as it is also a working language of the UN. Proficiency in both languages will enhance communication and collaboration within the organization and with stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is for a duration of three months and is classified as an individual contractor role. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring that applicants are not required to provide any financial information or pay any fees related to their application. This position is an opportunity to contribute to the development and maintenance of important platforms that support alumni engagement and knowledge sharing.