Ministry of Housing
Port of Spain
Job Description
<span style="color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;">The incumbent is required to create, maintain, and update engaging, user-friendly, and accessible websites for key stakeholders of the Ministry/Department, particularly members of the public. It also includes ensuring that the Ministry/Departments web presence aligns with government standards and effectively communicates the Ministry's initiatives and services to the public.</span>
Key and Critical Responsibilities
<p style="margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><span style="font-weight: bolder;"><u>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</u></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 40px; list-style-image: inherit; list-style-type: inherit; padding-left: 0px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><li>Designs and develops intuitive, visually appealing, and accessible websites for various government ministries.</li><li>Creates UX/UI designs that facilitate easy access to information and services for all citizens, including those with disabilities.</li><li>Works with content creators to ensure that web content is current, relevant, and aligned with government communication standards.</li><li>Develops features that enhance citizen engagement, such as feedback forms, surveys, and interactive elements.</li><li>Ensures all designs comply with government standards for digital communication, including accessibility guidelines and branding requirements.</li><li>Collaborates with Information Technology and other departments to integrate necessary functionalities and content.</li><li>Conducts regular testing for usability, accessibility, and responsiveness across various devices and browsers.</li><li>Monitors, analyses, and reports on web traffic and user engagement metrics and uses this data to inform design improvements.</li><li>Provides technical support and guidance to staff in managing and updating website content.</li><li>Performs any other related duties.</li></ul>
Key Competency
<p style="margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><span style="font-weight: bolder;">KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><span style="font-weight: bolder;"><u>KNOWLEDGE:</u></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 40px; list-style-image: inherit; list-style-type: inherit; padding-left: 0px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><li>Knowledge of user-centered design, responsive design, and accessibility standards.</li><li>Understanding of government communication strategies.</li></ul><p style="margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"></p><p style="margin-bottom: 20px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><span style="transition-property: all; letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><span style="font-weight: bolder;"><u>SKILLS AND ABILITIES:</u></span></span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 20px; margin-left: 40px; list-style-image: inherit; list-style-type: inherit; padding-left: 0px; color: rgb(68, 68, 68); letter-spacing: 0.4px;"><li>Proficiency in web design tools and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, HTML, CSS, JavaScript).</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, citizen-friendly language.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li></ul>