Customs IT expert

Assist with ASYCUDAWorld in Sudan, design vehicle clearance module.

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Overview

Assist with ASYCUDAWorld in Sudan, design vehicle clearance module.

You have:

  • A first university degree, Bachelor, in engineering is required.
  • Experience of Java Programming language, Linux Operating System is required.
  • At least 2 years of IT experience with customs automation for governmental institutions is required.
  • Fluency written and spoken in Arabic is required.
  • Knowledge of English is desirable.

Contract

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Result of Service

The consultant will contribute to the efficient reinforcement and support of ASYCUDAWorld in Sudan.

Work Location

Home Based

Expected duration

15.06.25 to 14.12.25

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the project officer of DTL/ASP, and in collaboration with an expert in Geneva, the consultant will assist an ASYCUDA technical expert to develop/program specific data exchange mechanisms and modules for Sudan Customs. She/He will: - Design and code the new vehicle clearance module for integration into ASYCUDAWorld Sudan including a First part to design and require the analysis of the Customs IT and functional Team. Second part to develop the module in compliance with the existing Customs IT environment. Third part to assist an ASYCUDA technical expert to test the above with the stakeholders. - Develop the module of the ASYCUDAWorld Sudan test environment.

Qualifications/special skills

A first university degree, Bachelor, in engineering is required. Experience of Java Programming language, Linux Operating System is required At least 2 years of IT experience with customs automation for governmental institutions is required.

Languages

Fluency written and spoken in Arabic is required. Knowledge of English is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with customs automation for governmental institutions? This question assesses your direct experience related to the role. Provide specific examples from your past work that align with customs automation.
How do you ensure compliance while developing modules in a specific IT environment? Evaluates your understanding of IT compliance standards. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience working with Java and Linux in past projects. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to test new software modules? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback from stakeholders during the development process? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Explain a challenging technical problem you faced and how you solved it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks in a project with tight deadlines? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to work in customs automation? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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