UNDP/PAPP Vacancies

UNCTAD/ASYCUDA Established in 1964, UNCTAD promotes the development-friendly integration of developing countries into the world economy. UNCTAD has progressively evolved into an authoritative knowledge-based institution whose work aims to help shape current policy debates and thinking on development, with a particular focus on ensuring that domestic policies and international action are mutually supportive in bringing about sustainable development.

One of UNCTAD main functions is to provide technical assistance tailored to the specific requirements of developing countries, with special attention to the needs of the least developed countries and of economies in transition. When appropriate, UNCTAD cooperates with other organizations and donor countries in the delivery of technical assistance

One of UNCTAD’s most important developments in line with its mandate to provide technical assistance is the ASYCUDA system. ASYCUDA is a computerised customs management system which covers most foreign trade procedures.

Within the context of the programme for modernizing Palestinian Customs, the PA has adopted this state-of-the-art software system for its implementation in the Palestinian territory. The programme, which began in 2000, is implemented by UNCTAD, and funded by the European Commission since 2003, as part of the strategic vision for building the institutions of Palestinian sovereignty.

-      Amend and maintain the data in the operational database;

-      Perform all necessary technical developments and system configuration requirements;

-      Maintain the ASYCUDA system in all the offices;

-      Continue the development of an ASYCUDA World e-document for Palestinian Border Crossing;

-      Modify the standard ASYCUDA World e-documents to national requirements;

-      Implementation of ASYCUDA World in all Customs offices.

-      Finalise the ASYCUDA World layer (programming) and adapt it to the National requirements;

-      Develop the related documentation (Technical Notes, User Guide) in English and translate them into Arabic;

-      Develop specific reports;

-      Centralize the Customs data in Headquarters; and

-      Support ASYCUDA project in Palestine in various IT issues as required.

-      Professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

-      Accountability and client oriented approach.

-      Professional competence and mastery of subject matter.

-      Conscientiousness and efficiency in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

-      Motivation by professional rather than personal concerns

-      Persistency to face difficult problems or challenges

-      Calmness in stressful situations.

-      Collaborative work approach with colleagues to achieve Project goals.

-      Willingness to learn from others.

-      Capacity to anticipate and resolve ICT problems.

-      Ability to develop ICT-related applications, consistent with Project strategies, based on priorities given by the Project Management,.

-      Commitment to complete tasks on time.

 

-       High school;

-       Graduate from a University or Institute in Information Technologies and/or Telecommunications is an asset

-       Verifiable experience in Java programming (compulsory)

-       Experience in System analysis and design;

-       Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

-       Ability to work under pressure

-       Minimum 2 years experience working in software development

-       Experience working with international companies or organizations will be an asset

-       Experience in Customs operations and Trade Facilitation will also be an asset

-       Fluency in Arabic and good knowledge of English is required