Job Opportunity at ISSARA INSTITUTE

BACKGROUND

Issara Institute is an independent non-profit organization based in Southeast Asia and the United States tackling human trafficking and forced labour from the lens of business and human rights. The Institute was established in 2014 by a team of anti-trafficking experts coming out of the United Nations who created an alliance of private sector, civil society, and government partners committed to transformational, sustainable, worker-driven approaches
to labour issues, especially those occurring in global supply chains. It is staffed by leading regional and international experts in labour rights, business and human rights, and research and technology.

We believe that, together, we can transform the lives of tens of millions of workers through worker voice, partnership, and innovation – that sustainable systems driving more ethical labour recruitment and working conditions are vital to the future of workers individually and collectively, to equity and fairness across supply chains, and to sustainable poverty alleviation efforts.

OVERVIEW

Issara Institute is looking for experienced middle/senior frontend developers to grow our Tech and Innovation Team! We have a small but growing team of veteran software engineers, and we’re building tools and applications to help fight human trafficking and support workers in Asian supply chains.

Issara takes an innovative approach to working on labor exploitation within global supply chains – utilizing various streams of data including a range of worker voice channels to empower workers, and to inform global buyer partners regarding human rights due diligence and remediation needs. The ideal candidate is: interested in integrating the technology and non-profit worlds; willing to work closely with our teams in Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Malaysia, and the United States; keen to understand the needs of users (our team, workers, jobseekers, businesses); and,
has experience building web applications and at least an intermediate knowledge of JavaScript, React JS.

Position available

Frontend Developer (REACT)

Responsibilities

Specific aspects of the scope of work of the Frontend Developer (REACT) include:

  • Develop frontend web applications.
  • Keep the codebase / architecture clean
  • Coordinate with international teams in a project management setting and deliver on scope products within a project timeline.
  • Support identification and recruitment of local software developers to support applications and features in local languages, including Burmese, Khmer, and Thai.
  • Work with program managers, developers, directors, and other stakeholders to translate organizational needs into technical requirements.
  • Support user studies and feedback sessions, from staff to jobseekers to migrant workers to businesses, to analyze and understand user needs and translate those into tech development.
  • Gather and respond to team feedback on features and use of technology tools.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERTISE

We have a lean, dynamic, seasoned team that is committed to change, innovation, and impact. We are conscientious, hold a high standard of care for the people we serve, and understand that we have to be able to work effectively with partners spanning the largest multinational corporations to the smallest grassroots CBOs. Our work ecosystem is multicultural, respectful, and energetic, whether we are working on tasks in teams, or working remotely from home. We aim to ensure that there are many opportunities for sharing, learning, and growth on our team, and are looking for individuals who would flourish in our unique environment. The Frontend Developer (REACT) should have:

  • At least 2 years of experience in frontend development using ReactJS, Redux
  • Intermediate knowledge of ReactJS, Redux
  • An ability to work closely with product users and multi-cultural teams, solid listening and teamwork skills, and an ability to independently complete tasks assigned.
  • Preferred Experience and Skills
  • Typescript
  • TDD, Unit Testing
  • Agile/Scrum experience
  • Tools We Use
  • Language: Python, JavaScript
  • Backend: Django + DRF
  • Communication: Slack
  • Frontend: ReactJS + Redux
  • DB: MySQL
  • Version control: Git, Github
  • Infrastructure: AWS
At a glance

Company: ISSARA INSTITUTE

Posted Date: 01/09/2022

Deadline Date: 02/28/2022

Target Field :

Computer Science

Employment Type : Part Time

Location : Work Remotely

About Company

Phone: 086-038-9097

Website: https://www.issarainstitute.org/

Email : chularat@issarainstitute.org

How to Apply

Interested Candidate:

  1. If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a CV, the names and contact details of three references, and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and relevant expertise to admin@issarainstitute.org
  2. Please note that a cover letter specific to motivation and relevance for this position is required for consideration.