Consultant (Mobile Applications)
Quick answer
The United Nations Office of Information and Communications Technology is hiring an in-person Consultant in Deqing, China, to develop and support mobile applications with geospatial and AI components.
- Role
- Consultant (Mobile Applications)
- Organization
- Office of Information and Communications Technology (United Nations)
- Location
- Deqing, China
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
- Apply by
- 2026-07-09
The role
The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) at the United Nations is seeking a consultant to design and develop mobile applications with geospatial and AI components. This role involves technical documentation, version control management using Git, and providing 3rd-level application support for deployed solutions. The consultant will work on-site in Deqing, China, for a duration of 6 months. Ideal candidates will have expertise in mobile development frameworks and API integration.
What you'll do
- Develop, test, and implement mobile applications with Geospatial and AI components.
- Prepare technical documentation, user guides, and training materials.
- Provide ongoing support, version management, and troubleshooting for mobile applications.
- Perform benchmarking and research new tools and libraries in the field.
- Manage version control systems including Git.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's) in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in mobile application development using React/React Native or Ionic/Capacitor.
- 3+ years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
- 2+ years of experience with API/JSON integration.
- Fluency in English (oral and written).
What you'll bring
How we treat you
10 paid UN holidays per calendar year.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located?
This position is located in Deqing, China, and requires in-person attendance.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the primary technical qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience with React/React Native or Ionic/Capacitor and JavaScript/TypeScript, along with 2 years of experience in API/JSON integration.
When is the deadline to apply?
The application must be submitted by July 9th.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of Information and Communications Technology (United Nations)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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