[Hiring] Information Management Developer and IT Manager @World Food Programme

Role Description

The RITA Software Developer will provide technical support related to the maintenance and development of the Relief Item Tracking Application (RITA) and the Logistics Information Exchange platform (Log:ie). The role includes:

• Providing software development and advice on the enhancement of RITA.
• Ensuring timely resolution of issues raised in the RITA Ticket Tracking System.
• Advising on the evolution of RITA as a software solution for cargo tracking needs.
• Ensuring RITA provides necessary reporting metrics for active clusters in field locations.
• Supervising and guiding other developers providing temporary technical support.
• Training WFP ICT staff on maintaining RITA on WFP servers.
• Issuing bug fixes and software updates to support operational success.
• Documenting all coding work and maintaining technical reference manuals.
• Ensuring confidentiality and security of information stored on Supply Chain Maps.
• Implementing changes based on business requirements and testing technical solutions.
• Liaising with TEC and Supply Chain for the development of the NFI Tracking Tool project.
• Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science, Data Sciences, Social Science, Engineering, Math or relevant field.
• Minimum of seven years working experience in programming and project management.
• Experience in software development, data analytics, and information management.
• Experience in supply chain and emergency logistics preferred.
• Strong knowledge of web frontend development techniques: JavaScript, HTML/Ajax, CSS.
• Excellent knowledge of the Java EE environment, specifically JSF and IPA specifications.
• Good knowledge of GIS (ideally ArcGIS) is desirable.
• Strong understanding of database design and architecture.
• Fluency in spoken and written English; working knowledge of another UN language preferred.

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of web frontend development techniques.
• Strong knowledge in database analysis, ideally Python.
• Knowledge of the software development process and modern web technologies.
• Ability to use programming environments to complete necessary tasks.

Benefits

• Highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• Investment in personal and professional development through training and mentorship programs.
• Attractive compensation package.