وظائف متنوعة في الاونروا لتخصصات تكنولوجيا المعلومات والحاسوب

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وظائف متنوعة في الاونروا لتخصصات تكنولوجيا المعلومات والحاسوب

Software Quality Assurance Specialist - UNRWA

طريقة ترجمة الوظيفة من اللغة الانجليزية الى اللغة العربية

CONSULTANCY - TERMS OF REFERENCE

UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions.


Software Quality Assurance Specialist, HQ Gaza (Local)


BACKGROUND


The consultant will be responsible for developing mobile applications at Software Factory of HQG IT Service Center, and s/he will be working closely with one of the Senior Functional Experts who are managing software development projects at UNRWA HQ (Amman) according to UNRWA’s policy and procedures.


Description of Duties and Responsibilities 

  1. Work as an integral member of an Agile/DevOps cross-functional team to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle; 
  2. Review and analyze system specifications to identify testing requirements;
  3. Prepare test plan that covers functional, and non-functional requirements; 
  4. Design and create manual and automated test scripts for mobile and web applications;
  5. Execute test scripts (manual and automated) and review results;
  6. Evaluate product code according to specifications, standards and applicable norms; 
  7. Report defects, bugs and errors to development teams in a precise and concise way; 
  8. Report and document tests results for each software version;
  9. Conduct post-release/post-implementation testing;
  10. Continuously improve testing processes and strategies to increase automation and code coverage;
  11. Write weekly status report for management team.


Minimum Qualifications and Experience

  1. A university degree from an accredited educational institution in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline;
  2. Minimum five years of experience in software testing;
  3. DevOps mindset and good understanding of continuous integration principles, including unit testing, automated deployment, real-time testing and diagnostics;
  4. Expertise in automating test cases with latest tools and frameworks (Selenium, JMeter,  Katalon Studio, etc);
  5. Understanding of design patterns, UML;
  6. Solid understanding of system security and data protection best practices;
  7. Fluency in spoken and written English.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE  

  1. Software Quality Assurance and Testing related certifications;
  2. Experience working in an Agile/Scrum/ DevOps team;
  3. Experience in MS TFS or Git, and Azure DevOps
  4. Web applications development using ASP.Net, Angular, and MS SQL Server
  5. Use of project management software.


COMPETENCIES

  1. Strong ability to drive for results, to manage and deliver against multiple priorities on time; 
  2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; 
  3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; verbal and written; 
  4. Excellent planning and organizing skills; 
  5. Flexibility, adaptability, and integrity.


CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

  • The duration of the consultancy is 6-11 months with the expected start date of June 2021;
  • Remuneration for this consultancy will be on grade 11 (1164.30 USD) and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the candidate;
  • The incumbent will be based in Gaza.


APPLICATION PROCESS 

Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV or UN Personal History Form demonstrating clearly the knowledge and experience required to meet the consultancy requirements via 

consultancy@unrwa.org

indicating the title of this consultancy “Software Quality Assurance” in the subject line and field/country of applicant of the message. The deadline for the submission of applications is 27 June 2021.


UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from both women and men. UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women. Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. UNRWA is a non-smoking environment. 



Senior SQL Server Developer - UNRWA


UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions.

Consultant – Senior SQL Server Developer, HQ Gaza (Local)

BACKGROUND

UNRWA Information Management and Technology Department (IMTD) is seeking a Senior SQL Server Developer to work with a team responsible for automating data transformation using SQL server, while the primary responsibility of this role will be to design the data acquisition, data staging, loading, and transformation of data through ETL processes, This is an opportunity to make a big impact and get lots of ownership. We are looking for someone who thrives in the very early stages of a project and is self-driven.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Put the database optimal data model in SQL Server;
  2. Analyze data requirements, complex source data, and the data model, and determine the best methods in extracting, transforming and loading the data into the data staging, warehouse and other system integration project;
  3. Create SSIS ETL packages including all available transformation components;
  4. Write complex SQL queries that load and make all needed transformations;
  5. Create web applications using ASP.Net and MS SQL Server; using .Net framework & VB.Net/C#;
  6. Performance tuning for slow running packages / stored procedures;
  7. Document all ETL and data warehouse processes and flows;
  8. Create or update technical documentation for transition to support teams;
  9. Develop automated data audit and validation processes;
  10. Develop and deploy ETL job workflow with reliable error/exception handling and rollback;
  11. Manage automation of file processing as well as all ETL processes within a job workflow;
  12. Develop, Contribute and adhere to the development of standards and sound procedural practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  1. A university degree from an accredited educational institution in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.
  2. Minimum 4 years of proven technical expertise in MS SQL.
  3. Previous experience as an ETL developer with strong data architecture knowledge around data warehousing concepts, SQL development and optimization, and operational support models.
  4. Experience with SQL Server databases as developer.
  5. Strong complex SQL knowledge; able to write and read as well as diagnose nonperforming complex SQL.
  6. Knowledge of indexing and explain plans.
  7. Good command of spoken and written English.

COMPETENCIES

  1. Applying technical expertise.
  2. Strong ability to drive for results, to manage and deliver against multiple priorities on time.
  3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; verbal and written.
  5. Excellent planning and organizing skills.
  6. Flexibility and adaptability.


DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

  1. A clear and familiar understanding of the concepts and best practices of data warehouse ETL design;
  2. Demonstrated expertise around the Microsoft SQL Server technologies (primarily SSIS);
  3. Proven understanding of SQL optimization (indexing and ability to interpret and act on execution plans).

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

  • The duration of the consultancy is around 6 months, extendable according to performance and availability of funds.
  • Remuneration for this consultancy will be on grade 14 (1,490.30USD) and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
  • The incumbent will be based in Gaza.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV or UN Personal History Form demonstrating clearly the knowledge and experience required to meet the consultancy requirements via
consultancy@unrwa.org
indicating the title of this consultancy “Senior SQL Server Developer” in the subject line of the message. The deadline for the submission of applications is 28 June 2021.

UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from both women and men.
UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women. Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. UNRWA is a non-smoking environment.


Scrum Master - UNRWA


UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General Assembly in 1949 and is mandated to provide assistance and protection to a population of some 5 million registered Palestine refugees. Its mission is to help Palestine refugees in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank and the Gaza Strip to achieve their full potential in human development, pending a just solution to their plight. UNRWA’s services encompass education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement, microfinance and emergency assistance. UNRWA is the largest UN operation in the Middle East with more than 30,000 staff. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions.

Consultant –Scrum Master, HQ Gaza, (Local)

BACKGROUND

UNRWA Information Management and Technology Department (IMTD) is seeking a Scrum Master to lead the software development teams in Scrum framework implementation, plnning deliverables, monitoring performance, and providing technical guidance & support.

The consultant will report to Lead, Software Factory at UNRWA HQG IT Service Center, or to one of the Senior Functional Experts managing software development projects at UNRWA HQ Amman.


DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Manage each project’s scope and timeline, coordinate sprints, retrospective meetings, and daily stand-ups.
  2. Coach team members in Agile frameworks, resolve conflicts, and remove obstacles that might occur. 
  3. Facilitate the development & quality assurance team communication and effective collaboration.
  4. Faciliate the communications with different project stakeholders
  5. Prepare the Product Backlog, and ensure that every member in the team understands goals, scope, and product domain.
  6. Monitor project progress, provide timely feedback, and drive a culture of agility and learning.
  7. Support the product owners in arrange and optimizing product backlog, and organize scrum events as necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  1. A university degree from an accredited educational institution in computer science, business administration with a major in or focus on information technology or other related disciplines.
  2. Minimum 4 years of experience in Information Technology and Business Applications development; in which 3 years of experience in playing scrum master role and implementing the projects using various Microsoft technologies specifically on .Net development.
  3. Solid experience specifically on .Net and SharePoint, and Microsoft SQL Server.
  4. Good experience and sound understanding of IT fundamentals and technologies pertinent to creating business solutions (software development and testing, architecture, applications, databases, integration)
  5. Sound knowledge and hands-on experience in all areas of application development life cycle and process tools.
  6. Sound knowledge of estimation techniques, design patterns, and awareness of industry trends.
  7. Employment history must demonstrate progressive levels of responsibility

                  COMPETENCIES

                  1. Good communications skills.
                  2. Good command of spoken and written English.
                  3. Strong ability to drive for results, to manage and deliver against multiple priorities on time. 
                  4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
                  5. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; verbal and written. 
                  6. Excellent planning and organizing skills. 
                  7. Flexibility and adaptability. 


                              DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

                              1. Experience in Agile process or Azure DevOps
                              2. Experience in rigorous testing and validation
                              3. A robust troubleshooting methodology and the ability to work under fast-paced timelines with creative solutions.
                              4. Demonstrated experience presenting work to both technical and non-technical audiences.

                                    CONDITIONS OF SERVICE


                                    • The duration of the consultancy is 11 months, extendable according to performance and availability of funds.
                                    • Remuneration for this consultancy will be equivalent to grade 14; 1,490 USD and will depend on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
                                    • The incumbent will be based in Gaza.

                                    APPLICATION PROCESS

                                    Applicants should submit a cover letter and CV or UN Personal History Form demonstrating clearly the knowledge and experience required to meet the consultancy requirements via
                                    consultancy@unrwa.org
                                    indicating the title of this consultancy “Scrum Master, HQ Gaza (Local)” in the subject line of the message. The deadline for the submission of applications is 29 June 2021.

                                    UNRWA is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from both women and men.
                                    UNRWA encourages applications from qualified women. Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. UNRWA is a non-smoking environment.

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