WORDPRESS DEVELOPER
Full-time Position | Amman, Jordan.
Application Deadline: September 19, 2017 [11:AM Amman time.]
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Responsibilities
Integrate static HTML/CSS to a WordPress based framework to allow content to be driven from the CMS;
Configure javascript and other UX content engagement utilities for the design team based on content interaction objectives;
Lead the testing, debugging and refining websites to produce final, fully QA’d product;
Integrate websites with social media and third-party tools via APIs;
Run basic and advanced database administrative scripts via SQL or PHPMyAdmin;
Incorporate all necessary HTML and CSS into Wordpress themes, templates and additional PHP and HTML pages;
Work closely with content writers and designers to support the production of highly interactive, engaging websites;
Manage development workflow and communications with team and clients using cloud-based collaboration tools;
Design and implement new designs, landing pages, features and functionality;
Optimize existing online content for design best practices, SEO best practices, and performance;
Lead the documentation of work, commenting, and proper organization of code so end users and other team members can use and work with individually developed code;
On demand, provide training and mentorship to youth and partner organizations on Wordpress and web development;
Work with and assist a team of copywriters, photographers, graphic designer, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists on web content/design related issues;
Support project staff and trainers in preparing, designing and delivering any training material;
Submit to Executive Director and Head of Programs Development a monthly report on the status of the web presence, trends and insights on users, using web analytics tools, including but not limited to, Google Analytics;
Perform any other tasks as requested by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
A university/college degree in computer science, programming, web development or commensurate professional experience.
3-4 years experience in WordPress (Plugin / theme development / API).
An understanding of WordPress theme creation, including taxonomies, page templates and best practices.
Excellent knowledge of CSS and Front-end development to develop custom WordPress themes.
Proven experienced in PHP, HTML, JQuery, JavaScript and Node.js.
Experience in MySQL database programming and management, including the use of efficient SQL commands.
Experience in API integrations like Zapier, Twilio,..etc.
Familiar with a Git repository like GitHub or GitLab.
Proficient and fluent in English and Arabic languages.
Experience with Photoshop and Illustrator is a plus.
Experience working both independently and as an effective member of a team.
Excellent communication & presentation skills.
HOW TO APPLY
Step 1
Prepare your updated C.V. in .pdf format or link to online portfolio.
Step 2
Prepare your Covering Letter: state why you believe you make a good candidate for this position, highlighting your relevant experience.
Step 3
Send your C.V. and Covering Letter to info@techtribes.org, with “WordPress Developer” in the subject line.
Tech Tribes is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnicity background, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.