For those with experience and education in computer science:

Institution: UNU Publications Repository
Job posted by: United Nations University Office of the Rector (Tokyo)
Location: Tokyo, Japan (local applicants only)
Posted on: July 3, 2013
Start date: August 5, 2013
Application deadline: July 26, 2013
Education requirements: 4-year degree, Computer, Computer Science

The United Nations University Office of the Rector, the Library, and the Office of Communications are developing an online digital repository for UNU publication output. A platform and application (Fedora Commons, Fez) have been selected and are in the process of being deployed. The project team is currently investigating ways to improve the user experience for administrative users, improving the workflows and streamlining the user interface.

The successful applicant will be tasked with assisting the project team in the development and implementation of the publications repository, focusing on the improvement of the administrative user interface. Primary tasks will be:

• Working with the project team to develop improved form workflows;
• Implementing the new workflows;
• Updating/adjusting existing administrative form layouts and workflows;
• Updating existing PHP controllers and Smarty templates to modify the workflows;
• Updating/adjusting existing CSS to be more in line with the unu.edu style;
• Developing additional styles where necessary;
• Data import and maintenance;
• System testing and troubleshooting;
• Other duties requested by the project team.

Required qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science or related fields;
• At least three (3) years of work experience in web development, preferably in the areas outlined below;
• Proficiency in PHP/CSS/JS;
• Experience in user interface design;
• Experience or familiarity with the frameworks/toolkits used in the project is beneficial (Zurb Foundation, Jquery, Dojo, Smarty);
• Knowledge of digital repository management systems (Fedora Commons, dSpace) is beneficial;
• Familiarity with XML and XML document types is beneficial;
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work within tight deadlines;
• Results-oriented and a demonstrated ability to deliver on projects;
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in both oral and written English. Knowledge of another UN official language is an asset;
• A good team player with strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated by the ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Full application details on Idealist.org.