Open Source Specialist (Home based)

Job title:

Open Source Specialist (Home based)

Company

United Nations Development Programme

Job description

The successful candidate, while primarily positioned within UNDP, will play a key role within this partnership framework, advising and supporting the two OSPOs. Working closely with both UNDP and ITU, the candidate will guide the establishment of open-source strategies, policies, and guidelines in close cooperation with the Programme Manager. Within and outside of the project, the candidate will also help play a key role in shaping UNDPs policy, positioning and advocacy efforts related to open source an OSPOs.

• Oversee and guide the OSPOs in all open-source related activities and deliverables, offering technical, capacity building, and community management advice and support.
• Enhance awareness of UNDPs policy and advocacy on open source and capacity building through OSPOs both internally and externally, particularly among the two host countries of the OSPO, in open-source communities, among UNDPs partners and other relevant fora.
• Lead and support colleagues and consultants working in the two OSPO host counties, and five affiliate countries and potential host organisations.
• Harness a list of consultants and implementors for UNDPs country offices to attain capacity in promoting and implementing open source and DPGs.
• Work collaboratively with digital innovation and government digitization teams to align country digital plans with relevant open-source projects and DPGs.
• Contribute to knowledge management and information sharing in the five affialted country offices.
• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional ArrangementThe candidate will be part of the UNDP Chief Digital Office and report to the Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Manager in the Chief Digital Office (UNDP), with joint project implementation relationship and oversight with the Programme Manager of the project (ITU). The role is remote/home based but requires flexibility to travel to at least two low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) where the OSPO will be situated to ensure on-ground alignment and effective collaboration, as well as to some travel to the five affiliate countries and respective host institutions.Expected duration: 6 MonthsHome basedCompetenciesCore
Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, develop new ideas to solve complex problems
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands
Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate task/barriers and take action to achieve greater results
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigate complex landscape, champion inter-agency collaboration
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of diverse workforce and champion inclusivityCross-Functional & Technical competencies Thematic Area Name Definition
Digital Digital ecosystemsKnowledge of how they work, understanding of the opportunities and challenges for governments and societyHR- Learning and DevelopmentDigital learning & developmentKnowledge of digital learning methods and ability to design and develop digital learning programmes.DigitalDigital public goodsKnowledge of how it works, understanding of the opportunities and challenges for governments and societyDigitalDigital transformation designPractical and strategic skills in digital transformation for governments and organisations.Business Development and StrategySystem ThinkingAbility to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the systInformation Management & TechnologyProgrammingKnowledge in programming concept, developing software program and management of application lifecycle. Knowledge of Oracle VCBS, Microsoft tools and equivalent an asset.Information Management & TechnologyIT Project ManagementCapacity to manage ICT projects, using IT methodologies and approaches such as agile deployment and/or waterfall system development methods. PMP and PRINCE2 certification or equivalent desirable.Minimum Qualifications of the Successful IPSA Min. Education requirements

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Public Administration, Technology Policy, Public Management or related fields, from a recognized institution is required. Or

• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in above fields in combination with an additional two (2) years of qualifying experience will be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Min. years of relevant work experience

• Minimum of five (5) years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of professional experience in developer communities, innovation, technical project management or a related field with specific experience in open-source software projects.

Required skills

• Experience working in open-source initiatives in the public and/or private sector.
• Demonstrated awareness of software engineering best practices, including agile frameworks, DevOps culture, understanding of design patterns and architectures.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

• Demonstrated knowledge of Open Source Management (OSM) to provide guidance on open-source strategy, policy, process and implementation planning, to ensure licensing compliance, foresight on security vulnerabilities, and help assess source code quality and good practices, scale-up and scheduling across projects and developments
• Demonstrated experience of strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in diverse teams and adapt to changing situations.
• Proven experience in effortlessly communicate technical concepts with clarity, ensuring all stakeholders, both technical and non-technical, comprehend the details and nuances.
• Experience working with governments and partners (NGOs, social enterprises, development organisations) in a developing country context.
• Exposure to collaborative environments or international organizations is a plus.

Required Language(s)

• Fluency in English is required.
• Working knowledge of another official UN language is advantageous.

Professional Certificates N/ADisclaimerUnder US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Expected salary

Location

New York

Job date

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 03:59:44 GMT

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