Full-Stack Developer
Quick answer
UNDP is hiring an on-site Full-Stack Developer in Nairobi, Kenya, as a Community UN Volunteer to build and maintain the NextGen platform and develop a new Learning Management System with a monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) based on a $1,602 base rate.
- Role
- Full-Stack Developer
- Organization
- UNDP
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) based on $1,602 base rate adjusted by the country-specific Post-Adjustment Multiplier (PAM).
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
The UNDP is seeking a Full-Stack Developer to serve as a Community UN Volunteer in Nairobi, Kenya, to support the NextGen platform. The role involves designing, building, and deploying new features while maintaining existing workflows based on user feedback. Additionally, the developer will be responsible for creating a new Learning Management System (LMS) module for professional onboarding. This position focuses on ensuring platform scalability, system performance, and technical documentation throughout the pilot and operational phases.
What you'll do
- Design, build, and deploy new features for the NextGen portal.
- Refine user workflows based on feedback from candidates and companies.
- Troubleshoot and fix technical issues to maintain system stability.
- Develop a fully functional Learning Management System module.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure platform performance and scalability.
What it takes
- Proven track record of building and maintaining large-scale, user-facing platforms.
- Experience developing or integrating Learning Management Systems (LMS).
- Strong proficiency in modern front-end and back-end frameworks.
- Experience with relational databases and complex reporting data structures.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA), settling-in-grant, life/health/disability insurance, annual leave, UN security framework, and resettlement allowance upon completion.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an on-site position located in Nairobi, Kenya, requiring the volunteer to work at the duty station.
What is the compensation for this role?
Volunteers receive a monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) calculated using a $1,602 base rate adjusted by the local Post-Adjustment Multiplier (PAM).
What are the primary technical requirements for this job?
Candidates need strong proficiency in modern front-end and back-end frameworks, experience with relational databases, and a background in building large-scale platforms.
What is the expected duration of this assignment?
The assignment is for 184 months, with the possibility of extensions based on funding and performance, though there is no guarantee of renewal.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNDP's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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