Front-End Developer at Solidaridad Eastern & Central Africa Expertise Centre (SECAEC)

Profile & Responsibilities

We are seeking a talented Front-End Developer Consultant who is motivated to blend art design with programming. You will work closely with our UI/UX designer and backend developer to bridge the gap between graphical design and technical implementation, playing a pivotal role in defining both the look and functionality of the application. If you have a passion for front-end development and user experience, we would love to hear from you. 

As a Front- End Developer Consultant, you will be responsible for:

• Develop new user-facing features. Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Creation of web pages and user interfaces. Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Optimise application for maximum speed and scalability
• Assure that all user input is validated before submitting to the back-end.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of web designers, back-end designers, project managers, etc to complete tasks.
• Maintain technical documentation, including tests, analytics and troubleshooting.
• Performance of site maintenance and optimisation to ensure maximum speed, scalability and the best user experience.

You are passionate about interactive user interfaces to promote sustainable agriculture and improve the livelihoods of rural communities. As an energetic team player with excellent representation skills, you effortlessly connect with others. You take initiative, think quickly on your feet, and are always ready to bring innovative design solutions to the table.

Main Experience & Role Requirements

• Bachelor's degree/ Master’s degree  in Computer Science or a relevant field.
• Proven front-end developer experience (5 years+).
• Proficient in creating visually appealing and responsive web pages using HTML, CSS, or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with front-end frameworks, like React, Angular, JavaScript framework (including, jQuery), or Vue.js.
• Ability to present your designs and improve the experience of  various stakeholders. Optimizing website performance for speed and efficiency.
• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively. Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility and mobile responsiveness. Debugging and troubleshooting web issues.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, testing and validating web forms and interactive elements.
• Basic knowledge of image authoring tools, to be able to crop, resize, or perform small adjustments on an image (e.g. Photoshop, etc).
• Intercultural sensitivity, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders. Good networking and representation skills, proactive and entrepreneurial attitude.
• Good command of English is required.
• Added bonus: Ability to double as the UX/UI design lead.