IT Development Manager : Lyons France

Vacancy Notice No: IARC/12/FT412 Title: IT Development Manager Grade: P2 Contract type: Fixed-Term Appointment Duration of contract:  Two years - Renewable	Date: 2 November 2012 Application Deadline: 21 November 2012 (16 day(s) until closing deadline) Currently accepting applications Duty Station:  Lyons, France   Organization unit: IARC (IARC) Section of Cancer Information (CIN)
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME : The Cancer Information (CIN) Section at IARC is responsible for the collection, analysis and dissemination of information concerning the global cancer burden. In order to achieve this objective, CIN Section works closely with and provides support to cancer registries around the world and, in particular, seeks to increase capacity for cancer registration in low- and medium-resource countries. Alongside the use of cancer registry data in the production of online global cancer statistics tools, incorporated into the CancerMondial website (http://www-dep.iarc.fr/), CIN Section is responsible for developing and training in CanReg5, an open source tool to input, store, check and analyse cancer registry data. CanReg is the predominant registration software used by cancer registries in developing countries.
Description of duties: Under the supervision of the Head of the CIN Section, the incumbent performs the following duties : 1) Oversee IT/programming related matters in CIN Section (i.e. database management, web sites and CanReg) and plan the development of these services, ensuring their future fitness for purpose and utility as well as the appropriate exploitation of current software. 2) Ensure continued development of CanReg5 which entails: software analysis and design (on a regular basis as new features are added to CanReg5), software development and maintenance (using the Java programming language and other open source technologies), testing and debugging updates for distribution and deployment of CanReg worldwide, development of CanReg5 documentation to keep consistent with improvements and in response to user feed-back, maintenance of the relevant manual, handbook, a website, and preparation of online videos and webinars, and delivery of presentations at conferences. 3) Deliver training in CanReg during IARC regional training courses, at the IARC Summer School and for registry staff who come as visitors to IARC. This responsibility includes helping in the development of training material (including practical exercises and online distance learning material) and coordinating advanced training of regionally based trainers in IARC hubs. 4) Coordinate support to CanReg users by dealing with regular and continous enquiries during all phases of operation of CanReg in a timely manner. (Around 300-400 requests a year, ranging from tailoring of CanReg databases, installation of CanReg, converting data for import into CanReg, using the built-in analytical tools and other technical questions.) 5) Coordinate the translation of the CanReg5 software, the training material and the handbook from English into other languages. 6) Supervise and provide input into the development of other IT/programming related projects in CIN Section e.g. DEPedits data checking and coding routines and projects to modernise the CancerMondial and IACR websites and fully integrate underlying databases. 7) Collaborate with other (open source) projects on cancer information, e.g. as developed by the NCI in the US and the NHS in the UK. 8) Collaborate with others (both within and outside CIN section) on computer science related matters, e.g. record linkage. (For example GHIS in Gambia and ICE in Kenya). 9) Supervise and mentor programmers and database managers within CIN Section 10) Work with and, in some cases, manage relationships with relevant external partners and/or consultants who may be contracted to undertake relevant IT/programming developments. 11) Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Essential: University degree or equivalent formal qualification in Computer Science or related discipline.
Skills:  Advanced knowledge of object oriented programming (Java), software analysis, design and development. Capacity to manage workload and set priorities. Able to allocate work to others and follow it up. Knowledge of CanReg software. Good communication skills and proven teaching abilities. Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team and to adapt to diverse educational and cultural backgrounds. Awareness of software developments and of modern software development tools. Required WHO competencies: Ability to: - Speaks and writes clearly, adapting communication style and content so they are appropriate to the needs of the intended audience - Produces high-quality results and workable solutions that meet client needs. - Conveys information and opinions in a structured and credible way - Demonstrates a systematic and efficient approach to work - Acts without being prompted and makes things happen; handles problems effectively - Actively seeks to apply new methods and technologies to improve work processes - Anticipates new trends and identifies opportunities to promote the long-term goals of WHO
Experience: Essential: At least two years' progressively responsible experience in computer programming preferably including some experience in an international environment. Experience in application analysis and design. Experience of CanReg software. Desirable: Experience in disease registration issues.
Languages: Fluent in English with working knowledge of French. Other languages are an advantage.
Additional Information: Candidates called for interview may be required to give a seminar and/or to sit a written test. IARC/WHO OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDING AN ANNUAL NET SALARY (SUBJECT TO MANDATORY DEDUCTIONS FOR PENSION CONTRIBUTIONS AND HEALTH INSURANCE), DEPENDENCY BENEFITS, PENSION PLAN, HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME, AND 30 DAYS ANNUAL LEAVE. BENEFITS FOR INTERNATIONALLY RECRUITED STAFF MAY INCLUDE TRAVEL AND REMOVAL EXPENSES ON APPOINTMENT AND SEPARATION, ASSIGNMENT GRANT, RENTAL SUBSIDY, AND HOME LEAVE.
Annual salary: (Net of tax) 58095 Euros at single rate 61937 Euros with primary dependants
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IT Development Manager 
Vacancy Number: IARC/12/FT412
Duty Station: Lyons France
Grade: P2
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Appointment
Closing Date: 21 Nov 2012