Developer & Designer for the development of Episode 1 of the online game for Human Rights Defenders ‘Starlight Stadium’

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Issued by: OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
Vacancy number: VNODIC00838
Vacancy type: Experts/Consultants
Field of expertise: Information Technology and Information Management
Number of posts: 2
Duty station: Warsaw
Date of issue: 13 January 2021
Deadline for application: 22 January 2021 - 23:59 Central European Time (CET/CEST)

Background:

		The ODIHR project “Increasing effectiveness, strengthening enabling environment for human rights defenders” aims to support effective work of HRDs in all OSCE participating States, in line with relevant OSCE human dimension commitments and corresponding human rights obligations of the participating States. Within this project, ODIHR in close collaboration with its former Implementing Partner (IP) Benetech has been developing an online didactic game, ‘Starlight Stadium’, for inexperienced HRDs and for training purposes, based on a core game narrative and drawing on real life human rights investigations. The narrative covers human rights violations related to forced labour and ill-treatment and addresses the relevant international legal framework and human rights monitoring principles while taking into account gender and other diversity considerations. The gamified training curriculum (online didactic game) strengthens knowledge and skills of less experienced HRDs in monitoring and responding to human rights violations and developing physical, digital security plans and protection mechanisms in their work, by transforming ODIHR’s human rights monitoring, safety and security training into a learning game for inexperienced HRDs, making the skills of the training accessible online. The tool allows its users to learn and apply selected aspects of human rights monitoring and safety and security, including digital security concepts, in a virtual simulation of a rea-life potential scenario. Episode 2 of Starlight Stadium has successfully been developed and tested by ODIHR in English and is currently being localized for Ukrainian and Russian speaking users. In order to provide a more immersive, complete and entertaining experience, ODIHR requires the services of experts to develop the remaining episodes of the game, in particular Episode 1.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

		ODIHR’s aforementioned project requires the services of a consultant to continue the software development of Starlight Stadium, in particular Episode 1. This will allow to integrate into this five-episode game more learning objectives identified in the phases of the human rights monitoring cycle. Under the supervision of the Human Rights Adviser/Capacity Building Co-ordinator, the consultant shall be responsible for the software development services. The system engineering will be done in Unity engine, the engine used for the development of Starlight Stadium. Given the amount of work to put into different aspects and phases of the development cycle, one of the consultant will lead the development, while sharing some of the tasks with a co-developer. This will include: Constructing game ready assets from artwork provided; Guiding external artist to produce the correct art needed for Starlight Stadium Episode 1; Developing game animations to facilitate telling an engaging story; Building scalable framework that allows for multiple episodes of Starlight Stadium to be delivered to users; Working with designers to concept game mechanics that meet learning objectives and are within the scope of the project; Exercising extensive quality assurance and iteration of game story and programming based on internal feedback; Development of the primary narrative and progression through Episode 1; Developing multiple interactive lessons as mini games; Integration of visual and audio assets into mini games and provide for support asset integration throughout Starlight Stadium Episode 1. The consultant will work closely with another developer, as well as with consultants responsible for overall development co-ordination, art design, product design, and with the script writer. All assets pertaining to the development of the game should be integrated and provide a functioning beta (not final) build of Episode 1 by 31 May 2021.

Necessary Qualifications:

		Excellent command of English; Have a demonstrated background in human rights cantered software engineering and demonstrated experience in creating digital games for human rights; Have at least 7 years demonstrated experience in game design and development; Record of implementing (coding) games using Unity engine; Demonstrated experience on working at the intersection of technology and human rights; Strong trustworthiness regarding the protection of personal data of HRDs; Have a track record of collaborating with international human rights organisations on the protection of human rights defenders, new technology and data; Experience with developing a learning game for the benefit of the human rights community is highly desirable.

Required competencies:

		Core values Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work Core competencies Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities) Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Remuneration Package:

		Remuneration will depend on the selected consultant’s qualifications and experience and be in accordance with OSCE established rates.

How To Apply:

		If you wish to apply for this position, please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://jobs.osce.org/vacancies. The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy, to cancel the recruitment, to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only those applicants who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages the nomination of qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.