SELECTION OF JUNIOR FULL STACK DEVELOPER FOR NID - EXPERT - I

Source: World Bank — Ethiopia Digital Foundations Project

Request for Expression of Interest

(Consulting Services – Individual Selection)

Recruitment of Junior Full Stack Developer - Expert I at Ethiopian National ID Program

Country: Ethiopia

Project: Ethiopia Digital Foundations Project

Project ID: P171034

Credit No.  IDA - 68560

Assignment Title:  Recruitment of Junior Full Stack Developer - Expert I at Ethiopian National ID Program

Reference No.: ET-MINT-377062-CS-INDV

The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Ministry of Finance (MoF), has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Ethiopia Digital Foundations Project (“Digital Foundations”).  The Ethiopian National ID Program is one of the beneficiaries of the project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for selecting of individual consultants.

National ID Program as part of the project is looking for an Individual Consultant to provide technical assistance that supports the program.  Experienced individual consultants who have experience, passionate and innovative ideas for the position of Junior Full Stack Developer - Expert I are invited to express their interest for the assignment.

The Junior Full Stack Developer expected to focus in developing and integrating planned and approved software modules according to the architecture of the Fayda Platform under the supervision of the Engineering Head.

The Junior Full Stack Developer will have the responsibility of participating in the development process of the Fayda platform, taking part in sprints, backlogs, and milestones along with the rest of the software development and platform engineering teams. The role requires a strong understanding of both front-end and back-end development, with a focus on Java, microservice architecture, and experience working with Kafka.

Specific responsibilities for the Junior Full Stack Engineer will include, but are not limited to, the following core activities:

• Participate in the development process of the Fayda platform.
• Implement front-end and back-end application features.
• Maintain and improve the microservice architecture.
• Work with Kafka for real-time data processing.
• Contribute to code reviews and continuous improvement of the development process.

MinT on behalf of National ID Program now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest to provide the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the services for a period of one year with possibility of extension for additional period subject to outstanding performance of the consultant and availability of budget. The shortlisting criteria include the following;

• Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with at least 1 year of experience, OR a Bachelor’s degree in the same field with at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer, with a strong focus on Java.
• Experience with micro-services architecture and software design patterns like SEDA, DTO/DAO.
• Experience working with Kafka for real-time data processing.
• Knowledge of front-end languages and libraries (Angular, React, Vuejs)
• Familiarity with back-end languages (Java)
• Knowledge of database technology such as Postgres.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle complex development tasks.
• Excellent teamwork skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Selection of Individual Consultant (Section V) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

Expressions of interest (CV, cover letter specifically indicating the position and reference number of the position and documentary evidence for fulfilling the qualifications must be delivered by email through the addresses indicated below (all emails should be addressed) on or before October 12th, 2023. Further information can be obtained by email at the below address during office hours from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM Addis Ababa time: 

Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia,

Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MInT)

Ethiopia Digital Foundations Project

Attn: Focal Person, Project Implementation Unit (PIU)

Address: Arada Sub-city, off Churchill Road, behind Lycée Guebre-Mariam,

E-mail: tessedf@gmail.com,  jermiyasy@gmail.com, blen@id.gov.et, info@id.gov.et

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia