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Job Vacancy Announcement

Junior IT Developer (REPOST)

Work location: DLP Head Office, Bangkok.

Application deadline: 24^th December 2024

Job starts: As soon as possible after candidate selection.

Background:

Dreamlopments (DLP) Foundation is a non-profit mission-driven organization working on aid and development for underserved communities. DLP is currently implementing the Migrant Fund (M-FUND), a project of low-cost not-for-profit health access fund for migrants in Thailand not covered by government health insurance schemes. The project was started in Tak province in 2017 and has since expanded in Sakaeo, Poipet, Kanchanaburi, Myawaddy, Chiang Rai, Ubon Ratchathani, Trat and Mae Hong Son province. M-FUND uses a digital application specifically designed for the management needs of the project. The application requires constant improvements/optimization, troubleshooting, and new features development.

DLP is looking for a Junior IT Developer (JITD), based in DLP Head Office, Bangkok, to work on continued IT development of the M-FUND application, as well as support the organization for optimization of IT equipment use.

Job overview:

The JITD works under the guidance of DLP’s IT Developer/Officer (ITDO). He/she reports also to the DLP President (Psdt.), and works in collaboration with the M-FUND teams in the provinces that the project covers. The JITD conducts rapid troubleshooting of technical errors of the application, as reported by the project team users. He/she works on development of new features, suggests and/or implements coding improvements.

Specific tasks and responsibilities:

M-FUND application code improvement and troubleshooting

• Under guidance from the IT Developer/Officer (ITDO), the JITD implements additions and improvements of coding of the M-FUND application.
• Assists in strengthening testing functions of the application. Works to offer rapid assistance to fix technical errors that may arise with the application, including when new features are released and being tested.

Development of new features for the M-FUND application

• With ITDO, works to develop workflows for new and existing functionalities needed in the M-FUND application.
• Under guidance from the ITDO, implements coding of new application functionalities.
• Assists in conducting testing of new features.

Project visits

• Conducts field visits to project areas, to understand the context and nature of operations, and discuss improvements needed in M-FUND application.
• Maintains good communication with the different project teams, to offer optimum response and support.

Other

• The JITD may be assigned to work on development/integration of other applications, for the organization projects, under guidance of DLP ITDO.
• Works on other tasks, as directed by the President, or the ITDO.

Qualifications required, and profile:

This position is suited ideally, but not exclusively, for Thai nationals.

Education:

• University degree or diploma in computer science, software development, or relevant field.

Experience:

• At least 1-year working experience in software development.
• Experience or exposure developing phone applications is a strong plus.
• Fresh graduates can also apply.

Technical Skills:

• Experience/knowledge with ReactJS,  .NET Core (C#)experience with PHP, or other OOP language a strong plus.
• Relational database design.
• Experience in GIT, SQL, JavaScript a strong plus.
• Experience with (Azure) microservices a strong plus.
• Experience in technical support.

Personal skills and competencies:

• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Strong attention to detail, driven to produce quality work.
• Self-motivated and goal oriented.
• Eager to learn new skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and sometimes manage demanding schedules to deliver high quality results on time.
• Service minded, flexible approach to working hours.
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English to Intermediate B1 level.
• Interest in development and assistance projects, including for marginalized populations.

Working Environment:

• The position is based in DLP Bangkok Head Office, but requires occasional travel to project areas in Tak, Sakaeo, Chiang Rai and other locations.

How to Apply: 

Please send a cover letter and most recent CV in English to: jobs@dreamlopments.com.

Dreamlopments is an equal opportunity employer.