About the Job
External Vacancy Announcement
Brief introduction
REACH Ethiopia is a non-profit local organization established and registered as an Ethiopian Residents Charity. It strives to contribute to community development through implementation of innovative and targeted project interventions to deliver quality health services for disadvantaged communities. Since its establishment in 2013, REACH Ethiopia has successfully implemented community-based TB care interventions and integrated health service projects in Sidama, SNNP and parts of Oromia Regions.
REACH Ethiopia in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Regional Health Bureaus is currently implementing various projects. Currently, REACH Ethiopia is working to implement a project named iNTP 2.0 focusing on TB laboratory diagnostic connectivity supported by Stop TB partnership through funding from USAID.
Purpose of the position (general)
The iNTP software engineer is responsible for developing high-performance applications by writing testable, reusable, and efficient code for enabling the real-time connectivity platform and monitoring optimal implementation of the TB laboratory connectivity tool. S/he will also provide technical assistance and support to the National TB Reference Laboratory and Health facilities on the connectivity solution.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing Node.js backend services and responsive user interface components using React components.
- Develop a software that enables real-time result reporting directly from machines to user, and that also enables data reporting, analysis, visualization and connectivity of remote devices to the central server through SMS and Internet connection.
- Ensure integration and functionality of the real time connectivity platform.
- Monitor the optimal real-time connectivity of TB laboratory instruments to report patient and aggregate data
- Conduct software updates.
- Provide training and provide support to facilities.
Project: iNTP 2.0
Reports to: Project Manager
Work place/Location: Addis Ababa
Salary: As per the scale of the organization
Number of positions: One
Employment Type/Contract term: Full Time Position, Fixed term contract
Date posted: January 2, 2025
Deadline: January 12, 2025
Category: Software Engineering
About You
Job Requirement
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering or similar field.
Experience
- 5 years and above of experience in software development
- At least 1 year experience as Node.js developer
- Proven experience in React JavaScript library
- Experience in NoSQL databases. Experience in MongoDB is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and front-end technologies.
- Demonstrated knowledge in collecting data use requirements from different stakeholders and translating them into technical design
- Preferred candidate with experience designing technologies for low resource contexts and knowledge of community health in the Ethiopian context including working with government information systems.
- Excellent, fluent written and verbal communication skills in English and Amharic.
- Experience working on DHIS is an added advantage
Behavioral competencies and skills
- Good interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (government, NGOs and local community-based organizations)
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with colleagues and partners
- Willingness to travel frequently within the project implementation area
- Strong organizational skills and proactive communicator.
- Self-motivated and team player with excellent attention to detail
- Collaborative mindset
- Analytical thinker
- Ability and willingness to travel to the project site
Required Skills
- Analytical skills
- HTML & CSS
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Team work
Only candidates meeting the required qualifications and experience are invited to send their application letter and CV as one document through the following three step process:
Fill out the mandatory application form using the link within ten (10) days from the first appearance of the
announcement.
Attach your application letter and updated CV as a single document(1 pdf) through the system
Check your email and make sure you receive an automatic response acknowledging receipt of your application
REACH Ethiopia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.
More Information
- Address Ethiopia
- Experience Level Senior
- Total Years Experience 5-10
