SOFTWARE DEVELOPER/PROGRAMMER – Ministry of Health and Child Care 1448 views

Software Developer/Programmer X 1
Reports to SI Coordinator

Summary of key functions

Systems analysis and design, software development and modifying
existing software (programming), training, implementation, and onsite
support.

Responsibilities

1) In conjunction with the national office plan, design, develop and
maintain software applications to support the implementation of
Health Management Information Systems and other MOHCC ICT
systems
2) Participates in the review of paper data collection tools in terms of
how they can be automated in electronic systems.
3) Plan, build, maintain, and upgrade existing and new MOHCC ICT
systems
4) Knowledge and experience in the use of open-source software
5) Knowledge and experience in using different development
frameworks such as spring mvc, hibernate, struts, jQuery

6) Knowledge and experience in supporting a range of technologies
such as Java, PHP, VB.net, MS Access, MS SQL, MySQL,
PostgreSQL, Android
7) Creates and reviews training manuals for both facilitators and
participants on how to use an electronic system
8) Tests systems and/or programs by preparing test plans and data,
conducting test runs, reviewing both input and output data for
accuracy and validity.
9) Operates remote terminals and other data entry equipment.
10)Maintains and revamps all databases in consultation with the
DBA.

11)Ensures the security and integrity of all systems and data.
12)Identifies opportunities that can improve the efficiency of electronic
systems business processes.
13)Participates in system structure design and systems
programming.
14)Assists in gathering user requirements and creating of the system
design and functional specifications for new development
projects.
15)Research specific technical software and related questions and
problems from users and management, relating to software
systems.
16)Recommends policies and procedures for using the systems.
17)Participates in the integration of existing software products and
getting incompatible platforms to work together.
18)Participates in the activities required for the operation and
maintenance of systems by recommending changes and
corrections to provide for new needs for users.

10. Capacity Building.
10.1 Assist in reviews and designs training manuals and procedures
for the system users.
10.2 Undertakes training evaluation programs.
10.3 Participates in onsite systems orientation programs.
11. Systems Support.
Installs any software packages for work purposes including Windows
and Linux Operating systems, anti-virus and office packages.

Qualifications

First Degree in Computing and Information Technology or equivalent

Competencies and skills required
1. Programming language certification Oracle certification is an
added advantage (i.e Java or any RDBMS)
2. 5-10 programming experience years
3. Designed and proposed electronic system until implementation

 

Job Summary

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Job Type

Contract

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Location

Harare

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Category

Developer

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Closing Date

April 12, 2023