IT Developer - Data Analyst (PUAN)

Job Description

Organizational Context:

The Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) is a community of alumni from U.S. exchange programs dedicated to making a positive impact in Pakistan and around the world. Members of the network engage in community service, provide mentorship, and inspire future exchange participants. This network is jointly administered by the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP).

Job Purpose:

The incumbent will be responsible for the development and modification of PUAN Alumni Database and Web Applications.

Reports to:

The position reports to the Director Alumni Affairs.

Key Responsibilites:

IT Developer is required to work with CFML/ColdFusion development platform and MS SQL Databases, as well as development involving compatibility and integration with various web technologies.

Responsible for the development of Web applications. The developer should have the ability to create web applications working through the software development lifecycle. Best practices and frameworks should be used to ensure success of the projects.

Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to learn quickly in various technical and creative environments, while delivering quality work by tight deadlines, are key attributes of this individual.

• Responsible for the development of web applications following strict development methodologies (Prototyping, Fusebox, and SDLC)
• Responsible for the design and development UX / UI
• Expected to follow best coding practices
• Demonstrates creative, technical, and analytical skills
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively in both technical and business environments
• Operates effectively as a member of the development team

Required experience and skills:

• Minimum of 5 years of web application design and development experience

• Extensive web programming knowledge (such as ColdFusion, Java, .net, or similar technologies)
• Practical development experience of HTML/CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript programming, and SQL databases
• Graphics designing with Photoshop, Illustrator, (Adobe Creative Suite) would be an added plus
• Candidates with practical knowledge of Adobe ColdFusion development will be preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Required education:

Bachelor’s in computer science \ software engineering or related field. Master degree in relevant field is preferred.

General Provision:

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this Job Description are not exhaustive and may evolve over time. The incumbent may be required to perform additional tasks and assume new responsibilities, as deemed necessary by management, in alignment with the overall purpose of the position and the organizational requirements.