Web Designer - IREX Armenia, CMSPA

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International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX), Core Media Support Program for Armenia (CMSPA)



TYPE OF VACANCY: Full-time

LOCATION: IREX Armenia , CMSPA

DURATION: 6 months



IREX (the International Research & Exchanges Board) is an international non-profit organization specializing in education, independent media, Internet development, and civil society programs. Through consulting, training, partnerships, research, and grant programs, IREX helps develop the capacity of individuals and institutions to contribute to their societies.



Core Media Support Program Armenia (CMSP) is a USAID-funded program administered by IREX Armenia Office, which aims to develop a cadre of self-sustainable media outlets that utilizes professional business practices, decreases dependence on political sponsorship and individual business interests, and provides the citizens of Armenia with the news and information relevant to the public’s interest.



NATURE OF WORK

IREX seeks for qualified candidates to work as a Web Designer for its Core Media Support Program for Armenia . The work will be based in Yerevan . However, applicants must be willing to travel if necessary. The incumbent will report directly to the Deputy Chief of Party of Core Media Support Program for Armenia .



RESPONSIBILITIES



· Create/Update IREX CMSPA Website (utilizing web programming futures - PHP, Perl, XML, CGI, MySQL, JavaScript , CSS, etc);

· Manage IREX CMSPA website (create IREX website visual editor with secure components);

· Install/upgrade software on IREX CMSPA HTTPD server;

· Prepare emergency plans to backup the HTTPD and MySQL server;

· Proactively engage in CMSPA targeted media outlets web development, including innovative sms technologies and radio modem opportunities.

· Perform other related duties as assigned



GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS



· Excellent knowledge of web design and administration

· University Degree in Information Technologies

· Organizational skills and ability to work independently

· Ability to respond to immediate staff needs and ability to work under pressure

· Creativity and initiative is a must

· Fluency in Armenian, English, and Russian

· Experience working in an international organization is highly desirable.

· Must be a team player.



Please submit a cover letter and a resume by January 19, 2006 to:

IREX Armenia office

Attn: Sona Petrosyan, Deputy Chief of Party

29 Sayat-Nova ave., Yerevan 0001, Armenia ; email: sona@irexmsp.am



Only short listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls, please.