Frontend 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.

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

1. 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.
2. 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).
3. Collaboration & Integration
   • Work with backend developers to integrate RESTful APIs or GraphQL endpoints.
   • Participate in Agile/Scrum workflows (sprint planning, code reviews, stand-ups).
4. 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.
5. Performance Optimization
   • Implement lazy loading, code splitting, and caching strategies.
   • Monitor and improve Core Web Vitals (LCP, FID, CLS).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Education andWork Experience:

BSc. CS, CE, SE and related fields with min 3 yrs 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).