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Junior Web Developer Consultant (Fixed Term role) at BURN

posted 2 weeks ago
Job Overview
Employment FullTime
Location Nairobi Kenya
Experience At least 1-2 years
Education Level Bachelor's Degree
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About the role

This is a consulting role where you’ll work closely with our creative, software, corporate communications and carbon teams to maintain and enhance BURN’s corporate website and other digital platforms. You’ll handle both front-end and back-end development tasks, support integrations, optimize performance, and help ensure our website stays fast, secure, and user-friendly.

 We’re looking for someone who can bring technical expertise, creativity, and a collaborative attitude to the team. The role is on-site three days per week, with the rest flexible for remote work.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Front-End Development
    • Build and maintain responsive, user-friendly web interfaces using React/Next.js.
    • Turn design wireframes and mock-ups into functional web components.
    • Ensure a consistent look and feel across the site and other digital platforms.
    • Optimize front-end performance and loading speed across devices and browsers.
  • Back-End Development
    • Develop server-side functionality and APIs to power dynamic website features.
    • Work with databases to manage data efficiently and securely.
    • Support server-side rendering and handle back-end tasks like form processing and authentication.
    • Ensure best practices for security, scalability, and data integrity.
  • Digital Platform Support
    • Integrate third-party services such as Google Tag Manager, analytics tools, and other marketing platforms.
    • Assist in implementing tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring tools.
    • Help maintain web-based platforms or tools used by our teams and partners.
  • Collaboration & Communication
    • Work closely with designers, marketers, and product managers to turn ideas into functional features.
    • Contribute to discussions about digital storytelling, website updates, and platform improvements.
    • Maintain organized code repositories, documentation, and asset libraries.
    • Support external developers or agencies when needed.

Skills and Experience

  • 1–3 years of experience in web development (full stack preferred).
  • Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, CSS3.
  • Experience with React and Next.js.
  • Familiarity with Node.js or another server-side environment.
  • Experience with REST APIs and integrating third-party services.
  • Knowledge of responsive and mobile-first web design.
  • Comfortable with Git or other version control systems.
  • Experience deploying apps with Vercel.
  • Familiarity with headless CMS or modern content platforms.
  • Knowledge of SEO and web performance optimization.
  • Some exposure to UI/UX tools like Figma or Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Problem-solver with attention to detail.
  • Collaborative and communicative — you can work well with cross-functional teams.
  • Eager to learn and take initiative.
  • Passionate about using tech to support social impact and climate solutions.


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