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Description:
This is a 2-months consultancy position with the
possibility of extension based on successful delivery of stated objectives.
possibility of extension based on successful delivery of stated objectives.
The Front-End Developer, reporting to the
Communications Director, will manage multiple front-end projects and will
implement digital, email, and online application projects as needed.
Communications Director, will manage multiple front-end projects and will
implement digital, email, and online application projects as needed.
Qualifications:
- A degree in Computer Science and/or Web Design
- Fluent in CSS, HMTL, and website development
methodology - Familiar with email marketing principles
- Ability to develop code for a variety of email
marketing applications, including iContact, MailChimp, Campaign Monitor,
etc. - Thorough understanding of CMS development,
including Drupal, SPIP, WordPress, etc. - Technically resourceful and able to serve as main
point of contact for technical issues involving website, newsletters,
email, etc. - Passion and enthusiasm for Akilah’s mission,
and a willingness to do what it takes to accomplish each project.
Responsibilities:
The front-end developer has the opportunity to
pioneer digital projects at the Akilah Institute for Women. Working closely
with the Communications Director, the front-end developer will be expected to
take full responsibility for developing front-end functionality on the website,
as well as building out our email newsletter capabilities. He or she will also
serve as the main technical lead for the organization, acting as a resource for
web-related questions, researching development solutions, and making technical
recommendations.
pioneer digital projects at the Akilah Institute for Women. Working closely
with the Communications Director, the front-end developer will be expected to
take full responsibility for developing front-end functionality on the website,
as well as building out our email newsletter capabilities. He or she will also
serve as the main technical lead for the organization, acting as a resource for
web-related questions, researching development solutions, and making technical
recommendations.
The position affords the opportunity to drive the
direction of Akilah’s digital offerings and to build out Akilah’s in-house
digital team. The successful candidate will be expected to grow in the role and
take on increasing responsibility, with the ultimate goal of having a robust
digital strategy that reflects and ties together content, branding, and
fundraising priorities.
direction of Akilah’s digital offerings and to build out Akilah’s in-house
digital team. The successful candidate will be expected to grow in the role and
take on increasing responsibility, with the ultimate goal of having a robust
digital strategy that reflects and ties together content, branding, and
fundraising priorities.
In the immediate term (next 1-2 months), the
front-end developer will handle 4 main projects:
front-end developer will handle 4 main projects:
- Based on design mocks, create email newsletter
templates in-browser using SPIP cms and within the iContact email
marketing system. - Develop 5-7 new page templates in WordPress
CMS depending on design priorities. - Research other email marketing solutions
(MailChimp, Vertical Response, etc.), make full product comparison against
iContact, and manage the migration. - Perform ongoing site and newsletter
maintenance as necessary.
How to apply
Submit your CV and a thoughtful cover letter at www.AkilahInstitute.org/careers on the job board
(then select “Front End Developer Consultant” opening to post both CV
and cover letter). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
(then select “Front End Developer Consultant” opening to post both CV
and cover letter). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Application deadline: January 31, 2014