Immediate Vacancy: Frontend Web Developer

Organizational Overview

The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), re-established by proclamation No. 1133/2011, is the constitutionally mandated body to conduct elections, organize referenda, and regulate political parties in Ethiopia. NEBE is working to boost its institutional strength with a special focus on the enhancement of human resource capacity. Accordingly, NEBE would like to invite applicants for the Frontend Developer position who meet the following requirements.

Position Details

• Required number: One
• Reports to: ICT Project Manager
• Duty station: NEBE Headquarters, Addis Ababa
• Duration: One year with the possibility of extension
• Salary: As per the organization's salary scale (Competitive)

Job Summary

We are looking for a creative and skilled Frontend Web Developer to build responsive, user-friendly web applications. You will collaborate with designers and backend developers to translate UI/UX designs into high-performance code. The ideal candidate is proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks, has an eye for detail, and is passionate about delivering seamless user experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Frontend Development: Develop responsive, cross-browser compatible web applications using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Build reusable UI components with React.js, Vue.js, or Angular (based on project needs).
• Optimize web applications for speed, scalability, and SEO.
• UI/UX Implementation: Convert Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch designs into pixel-perfect, interactive web pages.
• Ensure design consistency using CSS preprocessors (Sass/Less) and component libraries (Material-UI, Tailwind CSS, Bootstrap).
• Collaboration & Integration: Work with backend developers to integrate RESTful APIs or GraphQL endpoints.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum workflows (sprint planning, code reviews, stand-ups).
• Testing & Debugging: Write unit and integration tests using Jest, Cypress, or React Testing Library.
• Debug and resolve frontend issues using Chrome DevTools, Lighthouse, or Sentry.
• Performance Optimization: Implement lazy loading, code splitting, and caching strategies.
• Monitor and improve Core Web Vitals (LCP, FID, CLS).

Qualifications:

• Education and Work Experience: BSc. CS, CE, SE and related fields with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Technical Skills Technologies: Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+).
• Experience with React.js, Vue.js, or Angular (at least one modern framework).
• Styling & Tools: CSS preprocessors (Sass, Less) and CSS-in-JS (Styled-Components, Emotion).
• Package managers (npm, yarn) and build tools (Webpack, Vite, Babel).
• Version Control: Git (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket).
• Basic Backend Understanding: Familiarity with Node.js, Express, or API concepts (REST/GraphQL).
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with designers, PMs, and backend teams.
• Good communication to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with TypeScript.
• Knowledge of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) and Web Accessibility (WCAG).
• Familiarity with headless CMS (Strapi, Contentful) or static site generators (Next.js, Gatsby).
• Exposure to Docker, CI/CD pipelines, or cloud platforms (AWS, Vercel, Netlify).

Skills Required:

• Computer / Software / It / Data