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Vacancy Announcement No: UPU/20/SPEC5/FT-NC/273
Title: Software Developer
Grade: Specialist (level 5)
Type of contract: Fixed-term (Non-Core) Appointment
Duration: Three years
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Publication Date:
27 January 2020
Application Deadline:
1 March 2020
Vacancy Filled
Organizational Unit:
Postal Technology Centre (PTC)
IT Development
Duty Station:
Bern Switzerland
Scheduled date for taking up appointment: June 2020
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Organizational Context:
With its 192 member countries, the Universal Postal Union (UPU), a specialized agency of the United Nations, is the primary
forum for cooperation between postal sector players. It helps to ensure a truly universal network of up-to-date products and
services.
The Postal sector has been faced with far-reaching changes over the past few years. It has become essential for Posts to apply
the latest technology in order to respond effectively to changing customer needs. The Postal Technology Centre (PTC) of the
UPU acts as a link between technology and the needs of the Postal industry by being the first- choice in providing IT solutions,
applications and services that enable the delivery of domestic and international postal services.
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Main duties:
Under direct supervision of the Technical Project Manager, perform computer systems software architecture design, software
programming, technical improvements and support for the Postal Technology Centre (PTC)
Computer systems software development:
- Designing
Assist in feasibility studies and analysis of user requirements in the preparation of functional specifications.
Participate in the design of the new technical specifications and architecture of the overall software solution in conjunction with the
responsible technical project manager.
- Planning
Assist in establishing the development project plan, by estimating the workload of the assigned tasks required to develop the
software.
Prioritize and schedule tasks assigned.
- Developing
Independently perform the development and the unit test of each software module according to the functional and technical
specifications following the project plan.
Collaborate with other team members: share knowledge and work together in reusing common technologies and software
components.
- Documenting
Prepare adequate source code documentation, including any necessary documentation to facilitate the integration of the module
into the final software for release.
Assist the production of the documentation for end-users and for the maintenance and the support of the software.
- Testing
Participate in the establishment of a detailed test plan.
Test (and correct when necessary) the final software, according to the test plan.
- Maintaining and supporting
Maintain a technical expertise on the modules or software which is developed.
Maintain a functional expertise on the modules or software which is developed.
Perform 3rd level support actions: identify, reproduce and solve technical errors in the software.
Assist the demonstration and training of the software to staff and users.
- Technology assessment & survey
Maintain IT technical expertise through continuous survey of the external IT landscape.
Evaluate new IT platforms and software development tools, in conjunction with the Coordinator, IT Development.
Provide training to other team members on specific areas of expertise.
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QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED |
Education:
1st level university degree (B.Sc. or similar) in Computer Science, Engineering or related fields |
Experience:
0 to 2 years of experience working as a Software Developer |
Technical knowledge:
- Knowledge of developing Mobile, Web or Desktop applications
- Experience User interface design would be an advantage
- Basic knowledge in Information System Security
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Skills and abilities / competencies:
- Interpersonal/human relations skills
- Ability to work in multicultural team
- Adaptability to tasks
- Creative problem solving skills
- Good communication skills
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Language skills:
English, good working knowledge.
French would be an advantage.
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Additional Information:
This is a non-core post. This position will be in full compliance with the "Rules governing non-core staff".
The selected staff will participate in the UPU Provident Scheme and will be insured together with their recognized dependents against the risks of sickness and accidents.
This is a three years' contract which can be renewed if the services continue to be required in the future, the funds are available
and/or the staff member's performance is satisfactory. However, this appointment does not automatically carry any expectancy of
extension or renewal or of conversion to any other type of appointment.
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Applications will be considered for similar positions (for a period not exceeding one year).
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Candidates must ensure that they provide relevant contact details so that they can be contacted at any time, to prevent them from being excluded from the selection process.
Priority shall be given for an internal promotion.
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Monthly salary:
(Net of tax)
CHF 6'000
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Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for written test. Additional testing/interviewing may be used as a form of screening. |
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| The conditions of service are governed by the Staff Regulations and Rules of the International Bureau of the Universal Postal Union.
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Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form.
All applications must be received by the closing date as stated in the vacancy announcement.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. |
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Applications from women and member states are particularly encouraged.
The UPU promotes diversity and work-life balance. |
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| For further instructions regarding the online application process, please visit the UPU internet page at: https://upu.int/en/Universal-Postal-Union/Careers |
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Vacancy Filled |
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