CBM is an international
development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life of
persons with disabilities in the poorest countries of the world. Based
on its values and over 100 years of professional expertise, CBM
addresses poverty as a cause and a consequence of disability, and works
in partnership to create a society for all. CBM’s vision is: “an
inclusive world in which all persons with disabilities enjoy their human
rights and achieve their full potential”.
In 2010, CBM started to use an intranet based on Sharepoint technology
and has seen an increasing number of users since then. Today, about 350
CBM staff in more than 20 offices worldwide are connected to Sharepoint,
the majority of them in developing countries. The number of users is
expected to grow to about 650 persons in 2013. The main applications of
the Sharepoint intranet relate to document management and team sites for
collaboration, incl. shared calendars, task lists, etc. All existing
sites were built on out-of-the-box functionality of Sharepoint2007. A
version upgrade of Sharepoint is considered for the year 2013. To
develop more advanced applications on the Sharepoint intranet, CBM seeks
the support of an experienced Sharepoint developer who understands to
translate business and collaboration needs into effective applications
and to implement them by using a variety of Sharepoint develoment tools.
The consultant will also be able to adapt the out-of-the-box Sharepoint
design in order to improve functionality and accessibility.
Accessibility for users of assistive technology is an important
requirement as Sharepoint is accessed by staff using screenreaders and
magnifying software.
CBM’s International Office in Bensheim, Germany, is accepting
applications for a
Overall Objectives 1) Screenreader accessibility: To develop a recommendation how CBM’s accessibility requirements can best be implemented based on Sharepoint technology. 2) General Sharepoint functionality: To improve the functionality of the existing Sharepoint intranet by developing solutions for identified functional deficits.
Main Tasks
Screenreader accessibility: •To evaluate the accessibility of CBM’s current Sharepoint intranet •To develop accessibility standards and policies based on an analysis of user requirements. •To evaluate different Sharepoint versions against the specified accessibility standards. •To develop an implementation plan for the recommended solution and start to implement.
To improve the functionality of the Sharepoint intranet in the following fields: •Data roll-up from lists and libraries across site collections •Initial configuration of search function and performance optimisation •Skills Mapping / People Search •Management of content types •Customise navigation (mainly global navigation and breadcrumbs) •Branding of site templates (Publishing Sites, MySite) •Various layout/branding issues (use of fonts, colours, etc.)
Professional Profile and Requirements: •Proven understanding of SharePoint architecture and business applications (collaboration tools, web content management, document management, design of SharePoint components, webparts, etc.) •Professional experience in developing SharePoint 2007 and/or SharePoint 2010 solutions (Web Parts, Workflows) •Knowledge and experience in MS development tools, like e.g. Visual Studio, SharePoint Desginer, InfoPath, .NET, ASP.Net, C# •Proven knowledge of of web accessibility principles and how to implement them on Sharepoint •Good knowledge of English. German is an advantage.
Working relationships and reporting •The consultant will work closely with the Sharepoint team in CBM’s International Office (Bensheim, Germany) and report to the Manager Knowledge Sharing Systems. •The Manager Knowledge Sharing Systems will ensure that the consultant is provided with adequate briefing and access to all information required to carry out their task.
CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position.
Candidates with the required profile and proven experiences are invited to submit, via e-mail and in English (max 2MB), a cover letter, a CV (max 4 pages), links to examples of work done (if possible) or professional references, a bid outlining fees and expected costs to be covered for the work outlined above and availability to daniela.herzog@cbm.org
Application deadline: 10 Oct 2012
Sharepoint Consultant
Overall Objectives 1) Screenreader accessibility: To develop a recommendation how CBM’s accessibility requirements can best be implemented based on Sharepoint technology. 2) General Sharepoint functionality: To improve the functionality of the existing Sharepoint intranet by developing solutions for identified functional deficits.
Main Tasks
Screenreader accessibility: •To evaluate the accessibility of CBM’s current Sharepoint intranet •To develop accessibility standards and policies based on an analysis of user requirements. •To evaluate different Sharepoint versions against the specified accessibility standards. •To develop an implementation plan for the recommended solution and start to implement.
To improve the functionality of the Sharepoint intranet in the following fields: •Data roll-up from lists and libraries across site collections •Initial configuration of search function and performance optimisation •Skills Mapping / People Search •Management of content types •Customise navigation (mainly global navigation and breadcrumbs) •Branding of site templates (Publishing Sites, MySite) •Various layout/branding issues (use of fonts, colours, etc.)
Professional Profile and Requirements: •Proven understanding of SharePoint architecture and business applications (collaboration tools, web content management, document management, design of SharePoint components, webparts, etc.) •Professional experience in developing SharePoint 2007 and/or SharePoint 2010 solutions (Web Parts, Workflows) •Knowledge and experience in MS development tools, like e.g. Visual Studio, SharePoint Desginer, InfoPath, .NET, ASP.Net, C# •Proven knowledge of of web accessibility principles and how to implement them on Sharepoint •Good knowledge of English. German is an advantage.
Working relationships and reporting •The consultant will work closely with the Sharepoint team in CBM’s International Office (Bensheim, Germany) and report to the Manager Knowledge Sharing Systems. •The Manager Knowledge Sharing Systems will ensure that the consultant is provided with adequate briefing and access to all information required to carry out their task.
CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position.
Candidates with the required profile and proven experiences are invited to submit, via e-mail and in English (max 2MB), a cover letter, a CV (max 4 pages), links to examples of work done (if possible) or professional references, a bid outlining fees and expected costs to be covered for the work outlined above and availability to daniela.herzog@cbm.org
Application deadline: 10 Oct 2012
How to apply:
CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position.
Candidates with the required profile and proven experiences are invited to submit, via e-mail and in English (max 2MB), a cover letter, a CV (max 4 pages), links to examples of work done (if possible) or professional references, a bid outlining fees and expected costs to be covered for the work outlined above and availability to daniela.herzog@cbm.org
Application deadline: 10 Oct 2012
Candidates with the required profile and proven experiences are invited to submit, via e-mail and in English (max 2MB), a cover letter, a CV (max 4 pages), links to examples of work done (if possible) or professional references, a bid outlining fees and expected costs to be covered for the work outlined above and availability to daniela.herzog@cbm.org
Application deadline: 10 Oct 2012
