About our
organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (also
known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an
independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about
the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty
and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with
partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations
for increased food security and ecosystem health.
The Centre’s headquarters are located
in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 34 countries in Africa, Asia
and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International
Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different
donors.
About the position
LUMENS User Interface Programmer
will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of ecologists, ecological modelers,
land use planning specialists, land scientists, economists, and social
scientists to design and develop graphical user interface for Land Use Planning
for Multiple Environmental Services (LUMENS). He/she will work closely with NRM
Tool Programmer for building, testing and documenting the process of LUMENS
user interface development and under close collaboration with relevant
scientists and other potential users.
Duties and Responsibilities:
LUMENS User
Interface Programmer will be responsible in:
- Designing, developing, testing and finalizing graphical user interface for analytical modules within LUMENS. This will include but not limited to:
- Designing data input workflow and interface for all modules in LUMENS
- Building interactive graphical user interface for scenario development
- Conduct comprehensive testing of the user interface
- Designing, developing, testing and finalizing result viewer for all LUMENS modules. This will include but not limited to:
- Design interactive result viewer
- Design reporting mechanism for LUMENS modules
For a
detailed Job Description
please visit HERE
Requirements
- Minimum Diploma degree in computer programming or information and technology.
- Experienced in developing graphical user interface and effective communication skills.
SKILLS
AND COMPETENCIES
- Vast and strong knowledge on C++ programming language; familiar with geographical information system (GIS) is an advantage.
- Have a skill in communication among different levels of stakeholders
- Able to work independently as well as being a team player.
- Well organized; able to meet deadlines.
- Good English command (passive English).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well in multicultural teams.
Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an
equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working
environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly
encourage applications from qualified women. This is a short-term position and
will be for an initial period of six (6)
month.
How to apply
Applications for the position must
include:
- A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations
- Detail curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.
All correspondence should be addressed
to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) Southeast Asia
Regional Office via email: icrafsea-hr@cgiar.org and should
indicate “Application for LUMENS User
Interface Programmer” on their application letters and email submissions.
Applications will
be considered until October 30, 2014 or until a suitable candidate is
identified and selected. Please note
that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be
contacted.
