Job Summary:
Increase the capacity that ICEF has to respond to in-house website and web application development projects. Design and produce dynamic web sites and landing pages. Back-end development experience desirable.
Major Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Work with existing team to deliver on company objectives
- Enhance websites based on Open Source Content Management systems
- Plan site design by clarifying goals and then designing functionality
- Upgrade site by updating content and graphics; monitoring performance and results; identifying and evaluating improvement options; introducing new technology
- Keep up-to-date with industry standards by participating in educational opportunities e.g. reading professional publications; participating in professional organizations
- Provide information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
- Work with ICEF staff to clarify intent of new features, to resolve problems or to train them
- Analyze the performance of existing websites and test new website features before launching
- Provide assistance to other team members as needed
- Maintain open communication with managers
- Document problems and resolutions for future reference
- Manage multiple projects at one time
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Experience:
- Excellent computer skills
- Proficient knowledge of HTML/HTML 5
- Up to date knowledge of common website programming languages
- Working knowledge of PHP, Javascript and Javascript libraries such as JQUERY
- Experience or knowledge of Content Management Systems such as WordPress
- Knowledge of Symfony2 Framework
- Advanced understanding of CSS2/3
- Some knowledge of the Yii PHP framework is a plus
- Graphic design skills
- Familiarity with Google Analytics and SEO
Desired Skills and Qualities:
- 3+ years relevant work experience in web development/design
- Proficient knowledge in installing and configuring server software; applying programming language using authoring and formatting tools; ensuring cross-platform compatibility; establishing links
- Solution-oriented
- Strong English communication skills
- Positive attitude: desire to complete a task to the highest standard
- Study Abroad experience would be a bonus