Web Migration Coordinator

Volunteering Communications & PR IT & Telecom

Overview

Lead the web migration and quality control of ROSEE website

You have:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in web update and/or migration, management and development of web applications.
• Technical Diploma or preferably Bachelor Degree in information technology, computer science, electrical engineering or similar area.
• Good knowledge and experience using Drupal.
• Knowledge on Java/Java Script.
• Experience with PHP/Node.js is desired.
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications and email/internet; advanced knowledge in database management.
• Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members and authorities at different levels.
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
• Cloud platform certification [AWS/GCP/Azure] is considered as an advantage.
• Interest in business intelligence is appreciated.

Contract

This is a UNV National Expert contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Expert contracts.

The UNODC Regional Office of South-Eastern Europe (ROSEE) in Istanbul, through the delivery of technical assistance under the Regional Programme for South-Eastern Europe (RPSEE), provides strategic support and high-level expertise on drugs, crime, corruption, criminal justice, and terrorism, to partner with countries and jurisdictions across South-Eastern Europe.

UNODC Regional Programme for South-Eastern Europe (RPSEE) 2020-2023 (extended until end 2024): https://www.unodc.org/documents/southeasterneurope/UNODC_SEE_RP_27-11-2019_final.pdf

The team at the regional office in Istanbul and in the country offices of the South-Eastern Europe Region will be supported by the UN Volunteer in collaboration with UNODC Headquarters.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Deputy Regional Representative, the Web Migration Coordinator leads the web migration and quality control of ROSEE website and respective tasks to manage the Content Management System to ensure full activation.

The Web Migration Coordinator has matrix supervision from UNODC Headquarters and guidance (including training) on Web Migration and Management tasks. The UN Volunteer will carry out the following tasks:

• Coordinate the migration of the old UNODC ROSEE websites (Missions, Regional Office, Project Websites, and other relevant information) to a new website under HQs supervision and guidance. Coordinate and update the new information architecture – in a timely manner and in conformity with UNODC editorial standards and guidelines for websites, collaborating with UNODC’s Headquarters and other regional offices. • Spearhead the implementation of the websites’ migration workplan to develop components of a front-end interface using modern web technologies, ensuring responsiveness, user-friendliness, and compatibility across different devices and browsers as per UNODC functional/technical specifications. • Coordinate a team of web editors (online volunteers) dedicated to the migration exercise, provide leadership to ensure the development of a cohesive and high performing team. • Provide technical guidance to the team of web editors (online volunteers) and to web focal points as appropriate; transfer knowledge and skills in digital communications, web content, web user experience and navigation, and oversee the training provided by the regional office team and to the web editors and/or web focal points. • Engage and build productive relationships with relevant websites focal points and country offices in the region (working in Missions, Regional Offices, under specific Projects and others) to ensure the timely migration of the websites, in conformity with UNODC standards and guidelines for websites. • Provide guidance on overall editorial direction and minimum needed re-conceptualization/adaptation of websites in line with the new platform/template; ensuring a well-designed, well-structured, easy to navigate and high quality written and visual content (based on the existing content and implementing the minimum required adaptations for the new information architecture/template) that conforms to web usability and content management standards. • Support in setting up different user roles and permissions within the system and structure the interface accordingly. • Create wireframes and prototypes to visualize the layout, structure, and flow of the front-end interface. • Gather feedback early in the development process to ensure the interface meets the requirements and expectations of the stakeholders. • Provide support in usability testing and refine the interfaces based on feedback from end-users to ensure functionality and user satisfaction. • Ensure content reflect UNODC’s communications priorities and that text allows easy access for various target groups including the inclusion and diversity scope for persons with disabilities as well as gender and human rights. • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

The interface should allow interaction with an integrated system, enable tracking of application statuses, and facilitate communication among involved stakeholders.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day, 5th of December).
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country.
• Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities (for instance at https://vra.unv.org).
• Contribute articles/wrjte-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers.
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organizing • Professionalism • Self-management

information technology, computer systems, web-based support, help desk or relevant field of end-user support where minimum 1 years of experience in web update and/or migration, management and development of web applications. • Technical Diploma or preferably Bachelor Degree in information technology, computer science, electrical engineering or similar area. • Cloud platform certification [AWS/GCP/Azure] is considered as an advantage. • Have good knowledge and experience using Drupa. • Knowledge on Java/Java Script. • Experience with PHP/Nodejs is desired. • Experience with web applications • Working experience with data analytics and tools like Google Analytics, Data Studio are a plus. • Interest in business intelligence is appreciated. • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development. • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel. • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; advance level of knowledge in database management; and office technology equipment. • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines. • Sound security awareness.

The UN Volunteer will be based in Istanbul for this full-time assignment. The UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. You can check full entitlements at the duty station at https://app.unv.org/calculator. The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at https://explore.unv.org/cos

Summary of National UN Volunteer (National Expert) Entitlements: Paid in Local Currency

• Current Monthly Living Allowance (MLA) is USD 1,904 • Private insurance: Health, dental, life and dismemberment coverage by CIGNA As per the UN’s diplomatic mission status, it is not included in the National Security Institution’s (SGK) system, but can only be initiated on a private basis by UN Volunteers. • Entry allowance (one-time payment): USD 400 • Exit allowance: USD 113 per month and upon the satisfactory completion of assignment • Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month • Free access to different learning platforms and UN & UNV network

Notes: 1) The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward or salary in exchange for the volunteer work. 2) It's important to note that UNV assignments are volunteer assignments, not employment.

The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to UN Volunteers is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. The allowances are in no way to be understood as compensation, reward, or salary in exchange for the UN Volunteer’s service. Contingent on specific eligibility criteria, location of the volunteer assignment, and contractual type and category, the payment of allowances will begin from the date of Commencement of Service For more information on entitlements please read the Condition of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos).

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