Design and Develop Human Rights Recommendations Dabase/Search Engine, Job from UNDP - United Nations Development Programme inKampala, Uganda

Position title: Design and Develop Human Rights Recommendations Dabase/Search Engine
Job Location : Kampala, UGANDA
Additional Category: Management
Type of Contract : Individual Contract
Post Level : National Consultant
Languages Required : English  
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)17-Mar-2014
Duration of Initial Contract : 50 Working Days
Expected Duration of Assignment : 50 Working Days


Brief Job Background
In 2012 OHCHR Uganda supported the development of a framework for monitoring the implementation of human rights recommendations that Uganda has received from the international human rights mechanisms, i.e. the treaty bodies, the universal periodic review and the special procedures. The framework developed indicators for monitoring the implementation of these recommendations based on the human rights indicators guide developed by OHCHR globally. Furthermore, the framework clusters the recommendations according to theme, mechanism and responsible government institution. The framework was presented to civil society organizations and the Uganda Human Rights Commission in March 2013 where it was also suggested by OHCHR that the framework be further developed into an online database/search engine where human rights organizations including UHRC and the government sectors can easily access, search and identify recommendations that Uganda has received, the action required for implementation (indicators), the responsible government agency for implementation as well as the baseline and current status of implementation. The UHRC has agreed to host the database on their website. The database would be updated regularly and would also include the recommendations that the government has received from UHRC in its annual reports. The database therefore aims at assisting a systematic monitoring of human rights recommendations from both national and international human rights mechanisms, facilitate implementation through the identification of indicators and targets and ensure a more wide dissemination of human rights recommendations that Uganda has received among the general public.

The Plan of work:

Develop a web-based search application using Java, MySQL and PHP codes for querying the database. The search criteria should include but not limited to the following;

• Rights;
•   Theme/Sector;
• Responsible implementing institution;
•  Treaty Body or institution it originated from.

Additional search criteria might be included based on consultations with stakeholders.
In addition, the search result should be presented to the end user in hierarchical manner maintaining the parent /child relationship, and allowing the user to navigate to different levels of the hierarchy. The navigation should be facilitated by the use of icons, indicating the different records. The application should allow printing the PDF documents in a user-friendly manner and if possible to export the search results in Excel. Major Duties and Responsibilities
The Scope of work:

The consultant undertakes to perform the services with the highest standards of professionalism and ethical competence and integrity. The consulting webmaster/Web designer is required to:

• Consult with OHCHR and UHRC Program Unit and IT staff on the most appropriate site map ,design colors and configuration of the site;
• Conceptualize and design of the search engine/site based on the approved configurations. The site must be designed to be dynamic and interactive and secure;
• Provide a webmaster technical and administrative manual and a simplified user manual for other users
• Train the IT and project/program staff in updating and maintaining the website.

In designing the website/search engine the consultant shall focus on the following key attributes:

• Content: This will be developed in close consultation with the designated OHCHR and UHRC program staff with major inputs (tables) from OHCHR and UHRC;
• Usability: The site should be user friendly, with interfaces and Navigation simple and reliable and the website and its content quick to access;
• Appearance: The graphics and text and style should be consistent thorough the website. The styles should be professional, appealing and relevant to encourage stake holders and the public to access and use the site;
• Visibility and Accessibility: The site should have high visibility and be easy to find via all major search engines;
• Compatibility: The website/search engine must adhere to Xhtml standards and proper CSS coding standards to facilitate cross browser compatibility. The engine should be compatible with all major web browsers including Internet Explorer, Netscape, Firefox Opera, Maxthon, Google chrome and Macintosh based browsers.

The consultant must also take into account:

• Positive User experience- the purpose of the website and its target audience;
• Aesthetically pleasing design- including designs and applications used by similar organizations in other countries and the use of graphic and color(e.g. logos, photographs) to create an attractive design;
• Latest website trends, formats and customizations;
• Exchanging links with other websites, creating affiliations with similar web sites;
• Clear Navigation and fast-loading pages including the use of ;
• Clear and descriptive page titles that ensure that the pages appear on major search engines and encourage people to access them;
• Diversity of website users;
• Design two interfaces of the search engine one accessible by the public and the other requiring login –user name and password to provide accessibility from the hidden content.

Deliverables/Outputs:

• An inception report/framework outlining features of the database, based on consultations with OHCHR and UHRC;
• A working search engine/website for Uganda UPR mechanism and sitemap; a search engine that integrates file content and SQL database querying; Domain name Hosting and configuration; Webmaster and user Manuals;
• Dissemination of first version of database/search engine for comments on changes/improvements and incorporate suggested changes into a final database/search engine;
• Development of user manual and Training of Technical and Non Technical staff;
• Final consultant’s report which should include information on the approaches/tools used for the consultancy and any recommendations for sustaining the integrity of the website.

Competencies
Functional competencies:

• Excellent analytical skills;
• Excellent ability to communicate in English both written and spoken, and to work in a team;
•  Strong communication , documentation and presentation skills.
• An awareness of the United Nations.

Personal Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity and ethical standards;
• Positive, constructive attitude to work;
• Ability to act professionally and flexibility.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• A first degree in computer science, IT or other related field;
• Certification in Web Technologies or web programming.

Required Experience:

• Proven qualification or experience in Web Technologies or web programming;
• Proven experience in designing high quality creative , creative websites in timely manner , as evidenced by a portfolio of sites developed;
• Previous experience in streaming media would be an asset;
• At least five years working experience in website construction and maintenance;
• Demonstrate Technical proficiency in relation to emerging Internet Trends, Technology and Tools
• Good knowledge of programming languages such as PHP, MYSQL Java, JSP, Servelets, XML, XHTML, JavaScript and Perl. Knowledge of flash would  be desirable;
• Proficiency with Key software and tools such as Dream Weaver, Front page, Flash, Fireworks, Freehand ,Adobe, Illustrator CS5 and Photoshop;
• Basic networking knowledge including use of various web protocols and different networking and internetworking concepts.

The Language Requirement:

• Fluency in English is required.

Payment Modalities:

• First outline of database/search engine 20%;
• First version of database established and consulted with stakeholders 40%;
•  Final database, training on usage, final training manual and consultancy report 40%.

Notes:

• The term “All inclusive” implies that all costs (professional fees, travel costs, living allowances, communications, consumables, etc.) that could possibly be incurred by the Contractor are already factored into the final amounts submitted in the proposal;
• Individuals on IC are not UN staff and are therefore not entitled to DSAs. All living allowances required to perform the demands of the TOR must be incorporated in the financial proposal, whether the fees are expressed as daily fees or lump sum amount.

Evaluation Criteria and Method:
The award of the contract shall be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:

•  Responsive/compliant/acceptable; and
•  Highest Combined Score (based on the 70% technical offer and 30% price weight distribution) where the minimum passing score of technical proposal is 70%.

Evaluation Criteria:
Technical Proposal (Maximum 70 points).

• Relevance of education – 5 points;
• Language skills – 5 points;
• Experience - 30 points;
• Interpretation of the assignment, methodology and work-plan – 30 points.

Financial Proposal (Maximum 30 points): To be computed as a ratio of the Proposal’s offer to the lowest price among the proposals received by UNDP.
Application Procedure:
The consultant is required to submit an electronic application. The application should include the following documents/information to be sent in one (1) single PDF document:

• Duly accomplished Letter of Confirmation of Interest and Availability using the template provided by UNDP (see Annex II);
• Updated Personal CV highlighting past experience in similar assignments and with 3 professional references with contact details (email and telephone).

Technical Proposal: suggested outline for technical proposal(Please prepare and submit for consideration):

• The offerors interpretation of the assignment;
• Approach and methodology for undertaking the assignment;
• Work-plan.   

Financial proposal (in template provided in Annex II) stating an all-inclusive fixed lumpsum fee for this assignment in USD, supported by a breakdown of costs. Such total lump sum price must include professional fee, and costs necessary to conduct the assignment such as communication costs, etc. The consultant will be paid against the completion of specific, measurable deliverables as indentified in this TOR. Annexes (to be downloaded from UNDP Uganda website, procurement notices section:http://www.ug.undp.org):

• Annex I: Individual Contractor General Terms and Conditions;
• Annex II: Template to Confirmation of Interest and Availability and Submit the Financial Proposal.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Application Procedure : Apply Online
Application Closing date: Friday, 7 March 2014