Web Design and Development Consultant at TA Connect

Job Description:

• TAConnect is seeking an experienced and analytical Web Design and Development Consultant who specializes in providing expert advice and services related to the creation, design, and maintenance of websites. This role will involve working closely with the website committee to understand the business needs, goals, and target audience to develop effective, visually appealing and technically proficient web solutions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Client Consultation: Collaborate with TAConnect team to comprehend the mission, values, goals, business objectives and target audience of TAConnect, and to reflect these accurately on the website.
• Design Development: Create a visually appealing, user-friendly, and mobile responsive website using industry best practices, and user experience (UX) principles. This website should be accessible by various devices and users taking into cognizance the diverse audience an NGO may have.
• Coding and Development: Use programming languages (such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and others) to implement the design and develop the functional aspects of the website.
• Project Planning: Develop project plans outlining the scope, timeline, and resources required for the design and development of the website.
• Content Management: Integrate content management systems (CMS) to enable the TAConnect team to update and manage website content easily.
• SEO Integration: Optimize the website for search engines (SEO) to improve visibility and reach. This involves using relevant keywords, Meta tags, and optimizing content for search engine algorithms.
• Testing and Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough testing of websites to ensure functionality, responsiveness, and compatibility across different web browsers and devices.
• Security Measures: Ensure the website’s security by implementing the relevant updates and patches to protect donor information, sensitive data, and users from potential threats.
• Social-media Integration and a chat feature: Ensure the website is integrated with all our social media handles such as Facebook, Twitter, Threads, LinkedIn, Instagram etc. to reflect our activities and coverage. Include a chat feature on the website for direct engagement.
• Compliance: Ensure the website complies with relevant regulations and accessibility standards, making it usable for all users, including those with disabilities.
• Analytics: Set up analytics tools to track website traffic, user behavior, and engagement metrics. This tool should be able to analyze data to make informed decisions for website improvements and content strategies.
• Embedded Donation Portal: Implement secure and user-friendly donation portals or fundraising tools, making it easy for supporters to contribute to TAConnect’s cause.
• Documentation: Provide in-depth documentation containing all the relevant wireframes, website structure and hierarchy, code bases, API documentation and login information. and well as
• Client Training: train the TAConnect team on how to use and maintain the website, including content updates, best practices, and basic troubleshooting.

Job Qualifications

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Web Development, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in website development
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in web development languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and various frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js, Django, Express, Flask). Knowledge of server-side languages like PHP, Python, NodeJS or Ruby and experience with databases (e.g., MySQL, MongoDB) is also valuable.
• Experience with Content Management Systems (CMS): Familiarity with popular CMS platforms like Word Press, Drupal, or Joomla, and the ability to customize and develop on these platforms.
• Responsive Design and Mobile Development: Experience in creating websites that are mobile-friendly and responsive across different devices and screen sizes.
• Version Control Systems: Proficiency in using version control systems like GIT, Bitbucket, GitLab for collaborative development and code management.
• E-commerce and Payment Gateway Integration: Experience in integrating e-commerce functionalities and payment gateways into websites for online transactions.
• SEO and Performance Optimization: Understanding of SEO principles and practices to optimize websites for search engines. Knowledge of performance optimization techniques to ensure fast-loading websites.
• UI/UX Design Knowledge: Understanding of user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces.
• Problem-solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot issues, debug code efficiently, and find solutions to technical challenges.
• Portfolio and Projects: Strong portfolio showcasing previous projects (GitHub URL), demonstrating skills, creativity, and versatility in web development. Real-world experience in building and deploying websites for clients or projects is highly valued.
• Client Interaction and Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with clients, understand their requirements, and translate them into technical solutions. Project management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.