Vacant Roles at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Role Purpose

• Software Development is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining web applications, integrating AI-assisted development tools, and ensuring seamless integration with cloud services. This role requires a strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, modern web technologies, and collaborative development practices to deliver high-value business solutions.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Develop & Maintain Enterprise Web Applications:

• Design, implement, test, and deploy end-to-end features using modern web technologies (such as .NET Core, Python, Angular).
• Understand and apply software engineering fundamentals, including design patterns (Repository, Unit of Work, Dependency Injection, Factory, Strategy), SOLID principles, and clean architecture.
• Manage relational data with a strong understanding of ORM patterns, query optimisation, and database design principles.
• Manage NoSQL document databases with a good understanding of data structures and use-cases for document databases versus relational databases.
• Implement responsive, accessible user interfaces with a deep understanding of component architecture, state management, and modern web standards.

 AI-Assisted Development & Integration

• Leverage AI-assisted coding tools (such as Cursor, GitHub Copilot) to enhance productivity and code quality in a controlled and structured manner (PRDs, system architecture, modelling good data structures)
• Apply prompt engineering principles to effectively communicate with AI models and integrate AI capabilities into applications.
• Build and maintain AI-powered features, including chatbots, content analysis, and intelligent data processing.
• Use AI-assisted tools responsibly, ensuring generated code adheres to organizational security, licensing, and data protection guidelines

Cloud Services Integration & Modern Architecture

• Integrate with cloud services following established patterns and architectural guidance.
• Demonstrate an understanding of authentication and authorisation fundamentals (OAuth, token-based auth, RBAC) and apply these concepts when building application features that work within cloud identity and access management systems.
• Understand and apply scalable application patterns (serverless, event-driven architecture) and work effectively within established CI/CD deployment processes.
• Understand fundamental concepts of asynchronous programming, lazy loading, real-time communication (polling vs streaming), and performance optimisation.

Collaborative Development & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in SCRUM ceremonies with diligent tracking of development progress.
• Participate in code reviews focusing on maintainability, security, and adherence to established patterns.
• Contribute to technical discussions and architectural decisions while working within established cloud infrastructure and sound engineering principles.
• Embrace continuous learning, particularly in emerging AI/ML technologies and modern web development practices.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and IT Operations teams for deployment processes while maintaining responsibility for application-level configuration and integration.

Skills

• .NET Framework, Agile Methodologies, AngularJS, Cloud Computing, Python, Rest Services, Software Architecture

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in preferably in Business Administration, Computer Science, or other relevant discipline with 4 years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 2 years of relevant experience is required 
• Secondary education in combination with 8 years of experience may be accepted instead of a Bachelor’s degree

Desired

• Certification in Cloud Technologies

Required

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience with Angular and .NET is required (2 years with a Masters, 4 years with a Bachelor and 8 years with Secondary Diploma)
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply fundamental principles across different frameworks and languages is required.
• Proven experience in Database design and SQL is required.
• Hands-on proficiency with Git is required.
• Experience across the Full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is required.
• A strong understanding of fundamental programming concepts, including object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns, is required
• A proactive, can-do attitude with strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn is required

Desired

• Advanced Frontend implementation skills are a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of PrimeNG would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of .NET Core is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Postgres is an advantage.
• Experience with GitHub would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Cursor and Figma is an advantage.
• Experience in Stakeholder management is an advantage.

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Role Purpose

• Provides specialized veterinary expertise to assess, standardize, and strengthen canine health systems across humanitarian demining programmes, ensuring consistent operational quality and partner capacity.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Reporting to the Global Technical Advisor or to the designated Programme’s representative, the PSC Veterinarian will ensure the quality of animal health and veterinary support provided by the implementing partner and make recommendations to the Global Technical Advisor. The Veterinarian will contribute to enhancing partner canine care capacity by contributing to the establishment of proper processes for animal care, facilities, handling and training. Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following during critical needs assessments and project implementations:

Assessment of existing animal care processes, facilities, and capacity:

• Conduct thorough assessments of existing partner capacity as it relates to all relevant components of animal care.
• Assess the soundness of technical requirements and viability of Canine (Explosive Detection Dog - EDD, Narcotic Detection Dog - NDD, and Human Scent Detection Dog - HSDD) health support provided by implementing partners.
• Provide findings and analysis to capture in internal reports as well as final reports to be shared with donors.
• Provide recommendations related to procurement and animal health:
• Work closely with the Senior Procurement team in order to support all procurement planning related to animal health-related matters such as procurement planning and specification drafting.
• Identify technical requirements for the procurement of dog food, dog medicine, dog collars, and toys, and when applicable, scope suppliers.
• Ensure procedures include mandatory laboratory checks of dog food upon arrival in-country if the shipping time exceeds one month.
• Provide recommendations related to facilities and animal health:
• After careful assessment of facilities, work closely with the Infrastructure and design planning team on technical requirements and lay out all key components of facilities (both new construction and upgrading existing structures) required to support animal health.
• Ensure the infrastructure team has a strong understanding of the infrastructure upgrades that will be needed in order to accommodate animals.

Provide recommendations related to training, care, processes, and procedures related to animal health:

• Work closely with dog handlers and trainers to understand their processes and procedures of animal care, and compile all recommendations for changes that will improve the services provided by the partner.
• Draft and initiate plans to implement quality assurance measures regarding animal support and Veterinarian health services.
• Develop technical requirements and procedures for Canine health services and provide inputs.
• Provide recommendations and plans for rehoming dogs deemed unable to perform Canine functions.

Reporting:

• Produce comprehensive reports that compile the recommendations on the above operational requirements.
• Monitoring and Progress Controls
• Reporting: The findings of the Veterinarian will be compiled into comprehensive Critical Needs Assessment Reports, which will include specific recommendations for implementing multi-year initiatives to build partner EDD capacities.
• Impact: The work of the Veterinarian will be essential in ensuring animals are cared for and successful in their EDD capacity globally.
• Health Checks: Routine review of animal health metrics, including daily health check summaries, and formal monthly health check summaries signed by handlers, team leaders, and a veterinarian.
• Facility Audits: Review of weekly veterinary reports and monthly assessments of dog food storage facility conditions.

Skills

• Capacity Building, Procurement, Product Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality System, Reporting & Analysis

Education Requirements

• An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Veterinary Medicine or related fields, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, is required; 
• First-level University degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in Veterinary Medicine or related fields with 7 years of relevant experience is required.

Experience Requirements

Required

• Relevant experience is defined as experience in veterinary medicine or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in veterinary medicine. 
• Experience working in conflict, post-conflict, or humanitarian operations.
• Proven experience working with dog trainers and handlers.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting the development of animal care plans and programs
• Experience in providing recommendations on animal care procurement and infrastructure design.