Edutrack Officer– Web and Mobile Application Development at GOALPrime Organization Nigeria (GPON)

Job Overview/Summary

We are seeking a skilled Technology Specialist with expertise in web and mobile application development to join our team. This individual will be responsible for designing, developing, and managing a specialized application, “Edutrack”, aimed at tracking and managing humanitarian education activities in emergencies. The Edutrack app will serve as a centralized platform for data storage, quick information retrieval, reporting, and real-time access to program activities and metrics. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• App Development & Management: Lead the development of Edutarcl, an application dedicated to tracking humanitarian education initiatives in emergencies, including the app\\\'s design, coding, testing, and deployment on mobile and web platforms.
• Data Integration & Storage: Ensure the app integrates a robust data storage and management system that securely hosts all relevant information, providing easy access for users to program metrics, reports, and updates.
• User Experience (UX) & Interface (UI) Design: Design user-friendly, intuitive interfaces to enhance accessibility and ease of use for users across different digital literacy levels.
• Maintenance & Updates: Regularly maintain the app to improve functionality, address any technical issues, and implement periodic updates to align with organizational needs and technological advancements.
• Data Security: Establish strong data security protocols within the application to protect sensitive information and comply with relevant data protection regulations.
• Training & Support: Provide training and ongoing support to end-users to ensure smooth adoption and efficient use of the Edutarcl platform.
• Website Management: Manage and maintain the organization’s website, ensuring alignment with brand standards, regular content updates, and optimal performance.

Experience and technical competencies:  

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in web and mobile application development, preferably in non-profit or humanitarian sectors.
• Strong skills in programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Swift, Java) and development frameworks (e.g., React, Flutter).
• Experience with database management and data security best practices.
• Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with humanitarian data management or education technology.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud hosting and server management (e.g., AWS, Azure).

Behaviours (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving, and role modelling GPON values.
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance, and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their personal development, and encourages their team to do the same.
• Widely shares their personal vision for GPON, engages and motivates others.
• Future-oriented, thinks strategically and on a global scale.

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships with their team, colleagues, Members, and external partners and supporters.
• Values diversity and sees it as a source of competitive strength.
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
• Willing to take disciplined risks.

Salary and conditions: NGN 500,000- NGN 700,000. The income will be subject to statutory deductions as per applicable Nigeria laws. The employee is responsible for the tax returns.