UNDP Jobs - 59256- Programmer - (Open to Filipino Nationals Only)

Programmer - (Open to Filipino Nationals Only)

Location :

Manila, PHILIPPINES

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

28-Aug-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SC-8

Duration of Initial Contract :

Six Months

Languages Required :

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Twelve months

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

In 2010 the Bureau of Treasury (BTr) signed a technical cooperation agreement with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) for the implementation of the “Strengthening Debt Management Project: PHI/OT/ABK” at the BTr. The project aims to strengthen the BTr’s ability to perform its debt management functions. It takes a holistic approach to strengthening the Bureau by addressing both the overarching organizational issues as well as the key operational tasks that impact its debt operations.

The project has 4 major objectives, including upgrading of UNCTAD’s Debt Management and Financial Analysis System (DMFAS) to its latest version. The project objectives are:

To implement a planned, managed, monitored and evaluated project;
To improve institutional arrangements with BTr and build overall human and technical capacity in support of debt management;
To strengthen BTr’s risk management and debt analysis (‘middle office’) functions;
To strengthen specific debt management functions within the Btr.

Rationale of the Project’s IT Resourcing Requirements

Support for Project Objectives/Outputs.

The study that provided basis for the project indicated the strong need for IT support for BTr. To fully support the project and help ensure its successful completion, particularly Objective Nos.2.4 (Improved IT service management in support of debt management) and 4.2 (Consolidation of external and domestic debt databases), there is a need to fill the IT workforce gaps in BTr. For this purpose, the project through its Steering Committee has deemed it necessary to hire and fund the services of eleven (11) IT experts / specialists for at least 24 months.

Changing IT Environment at BTr

The BTr is in the midst of a government-wide Public Financial Management Reform Program which seeks to instil efficiencies in cash and debt management. These functions would require a more responsive and robust IT organization aptly complemented by sufficient and competent personnel.

The Bureau, however, is in process of reorganizing itself as a consequence of the anticipated adoption of the Treasury Single Account (TSA) and the implementation of a new version of UNCTAD’s Debt Management & Financial Analysis System (DMFAS). Unless and until the proper approvals are obtained for the new organizational structure, the BTr cannot hire new or additional personnel into its plantilla.

Thus, the need to supplement and boost the capability of the BTr IT organization in supporting the new functions that are foreseen to be included as a consequence.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of MISS Director, the Programmer will carry out the following tasks:

Assist in the operation and maintenance of DMFAS 6 and other IT Systems in BTr, including development of a database for contingent liabilities;
Development of new applications, including customized reports and worksheets in accordance with user requirements;
Documentation of completed applications, including revisions done on existing applications;
Maintain the link between IMAS B and DMFAS 6;
Perform other related MISS functions that may be assigned to him/her by MISS Director.

Competencies

Corporate competencies:

Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Functional and technical competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

Shares knowledge and experience and provides helpful advice to others in the office;
Ability to develop systems for structuring, codifying and providing access to information and knowledge.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

Ability to provide IT support services including IT hardware/ infrastructure support, ERP support, other IT applications support, web design and maintenance;
Good knowledge of PC/LAN operating systems, Microsoft Windows, corporate ICT security and viral protection systems;
knowledge of web design, knowledge of Microsoft Windows network administration, ERP;
Ability to supervise and train support staff;
Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, elaboration and implementation of new systems;
Excellent supervisory skills.

Leadership and Self-Management

Focuses on result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexity.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in IT or related courses.

Experience:

At least 2 years’ experience;
Experience with Oracle procedures, programming and data structure will be an advantage;
Programming with the use of PhP, .Net, or Java;
Experience with Oracle databases;
Previous working experience with a UN agency an asset.

Language requirements:

Fluency in the English and national language.

Note:

The selected candidate will receive a salary that is commensurate with his/her background and work experience. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply online and attach the UN Personal History Form (P.11), available on our website http://www.ph.undp.org/content/philippines/en/home/operations/jobs/ or send on or before 28 August 2015. Kindly note that only completed P.11 forms will be reviewed. UNDP is an equal opportunity employer. Please note that we will contact only the short-listed candidates.