Job Objective
Thematic Lead – Information Technology will be leading the IT Unit of TDEA. S/he will develop and manage an Information System that captures information about all program needs and will work in close coordination with Program Development, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation and Grants Team.
Job Responsibilities:
His/her primary responsibility will be to design and develop program modules consistent with requirements and specifications, conduct quality control and assurance including running datasets/files through programs and play a direct role in the maintenance, support, documentation, and administration of the code base. He/She must be familiar with LAMP environment and must have worked in popular PHP frameworks.
Programming and development Tasks:
- Write scripts/codes in specified programming languages i.e. PHP, Laravel, JavaScript, JQuery, MySQL, XML,Json, HighCharts, GoogleCharts and GoogleMaps.
- Having knowledge of Codeigniter/Xataface, Wordpress Themes Developments and Customization, Plugins
- Customization and to incorporate them in the application modules in appropriate version(s)
- Leading the development team in the design, development, coding, testing and debugging of applications
- Design, develop and maintain from the ground up the MIS applications in LAMP environment
- Managing all the activities of the software development team and set goals for each team member to ensure timely project delivery
- Keep the portals and applications up to date with the latest development software and have hands on exposure of complete software development life cycle.
- Database design, Normalization, Scalability and Query optimization.
- Management and troubleshooting software application, Database system, User access and privileges component and other services running on the system.
Information Management:
- Implement, monitor and organize databases and build algorithms for applications according to the defined standards in the system requirement specifications.
- Provide technical direction to the developers for the development of system and system design, system integrations, development of modules for applications(s), database structure and information management schema.
- Provide technical notes and revision logs for the application, applied by the developers for the modification of modules and to incorporate them into the application/system or information schema.
- Make sure adequate backups are kept properly and regularly.
- Monitor, review and asses the work input of the team.
- Develop and maintain working relationship with partners, ensuring the organization is well received and presented for the application usage.
- Knowledge Management & Collaboration
- Provide, present and implement technological alternatives to streamline functions, Implementation of technology resources and tools for development, including web-based development tools and databases.
- Focus on best practices and models that are used in the industry and can be helpful in meeting the expectations of the employees
- Working with other internal and external stakeholders to identify needs and ensure solutions are in line with current and future technology requirements
- Ensure a robust and secure technology infrastructure and establishing clear IT policies and processes to ensure data integrity and security.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor, Director Programs and CEO.
- Have knowledge of System Administration to act as a backup
Working Conditions:
- It is a full-time job and the position is located in Islamabad. It, however, involves contingent travelling along the lines of accomplishment of the aforementioned responsibilities. The job shall likewise involve late sittings and working on weekends/holidays where required by the circumstances.
Required Qualification, Experience and Competencies:
- Preferably, Master’s degree in Information Technology (HEC recognized university) with 6-7 years of relevant experience of which 3 years at management level.
- Experience in Programming languages and frameworks including PHP, Laravel, Xataface, JavaScript,
- JQuery, MySQL, XML, JSON, High Charts, Google Charts and Google Maps
- Must have knowledge of WordPress Themes Development and Customization, Plugins development and customization and to incorporate them in the application modules in appropriate version(s)
- Leading the development team in the design, development, coding, testing and debugging of applications
- Design, develop and maintain from the ground up the MIS applications in LAMP environment
- Familiarity with donor’s financial management rules and regulations with respect to contracts willbe an advantage;
- Experience in managing servers and security will be a plus.
- Excellent IT and Communication skills;
- Detailed orientation, good time management skills and resourcefulness;
- Fluency in English and Urdu required;
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for Interviews. Any attempt to influence the hiring process will lead to immediate disqualification of the candidate. Females are encouraged to apply.
If you know someone who may be suitable for this position, please encourage them to apply and circulate this vacancy widely.
TDEA is an equal opportunity employer –women, minorities, physically disabled/wheel chair users, the blind/visually impaired, speech and hearing impaired and/or persons with any other disabilities who otherwise qualify for the position are encouraged to apply. TDEA provides accessible work environment to its disabled employees through reasonable accommodations without compromising on the quality of work.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for Interviews. Any attempt to influence the hiring process will lead to immediate disqualification of the candidate. Females are encouraged to apply. If you know someone who may be suitable for this position, please encourage them to apply and circulate this vacancy widely.