[Hiring] Software Developer Consultant @World Food Programme

Role Description

This position is home-based reporting to WFP’s Barbados Office for Caribbean Preparedness and Response, supporting the build of the E2E (End to End) Supply Chain Management Smart System Software. The WFP Barbados Office is a new office designed to implement a subregional emergency preparedness and response capacity-strengthening programme. The position reports to the WFP Barbados Supply Chain Officer.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Provide software development solutions relevant to the WFP E2E Supply Chain software development and future implementation.
• Based on the requirements of the E2E Supply Chain Smart System, employ the latest technologies, hardware, software, tools, and training techniques enabling the coding and integration of the E2E Supply Chain System.
• Contribute to the formulation and implementation of solutions to meet operational requirements of the E2E Supply Chain Smart System.
• Provide technical support in the provision of a Smart System that complies with WFP standards and procedures and CDEMA needs.
• Assist the Supply Chain Officer to design, plan, and provide technical assistance to CDEMA and member states on the implementation of innovative IT technologies.
• Provide assistance in improvement and innovation initiatives in data capture, visualization, and analysis related to the E2E Supply Chain Smart System.
• Develop a Smart System that supports supply chain planning across functions and with CDEMA and its member states.
• Recommend and integrate IT solutions to interface within the new smart E2E Supply Chain System software.
• Support accurate and timely reporting, including substantial analysis of supply chain activities and trends.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Engineering.
• Computer Developer experience with a focus on web and mobile technologies, emphasizing JavaScript coding.
• Previous work in software development for Aid agencies, Bilateral donors, and/or International NGOs.
• Extensive experience in software development, including blockchain, real-time tracking systems, QR, barcode, and RFID systems.
• Experience in the following Languages: C#, Java, SQL, JavaScript, PHP.
• Experience in the following Frameworks: ASP.NET, ASP.NET Webforms.
• Experience in the following Tools: Visual C#, NuGet, Visual Studio, MySQL Workbench, Visual C++.
• Experience in the following Platforms: Java EE, Linux, Windows, Windows Server, MS Server 2003, Microsoft Windows, Node JS.
• Experience in the following Libraries/APIs: jQuery, Java XML API (SAX/DOM).
• Experience in the following Storage: MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MS SQL.
• Experience in providing analytical advice and design of E2E supply chain solutions.
• Fluency (level C) in English language.

Benefits

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through various training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across various country, regional, and global offices.
• We offer an attractive compensation package.