KEMRI FACES Program Assistant Programmer Job in Kisumu Kenya

Program Description: Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and University of Washington (UW). 

RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care  and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment program working in 140 clinics in Kisumu, Migori and Homabay Counties, Kenya. 

RCTP is seeking a motivated individual to fill the vacancy for anAssistant Programmer in the FACES Program. 

Reports to: Senior Programmer 
 

Location: Kisumu 
 

Duration: One Year Renewable 
 

Vacancy No. FN-58-11-2014 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop databases and systems as may be required, in the technology best suited for the particular need, e.g., MySQL, Excel, Access.
• Develop input forms, reports and data extracts for the Open Medical Records System (OpenMRS) and other software that may be in use.
• Provide support and advice to system administrators when they encounter software issues that require a more advanced understanding of the software.
• Participate actively in the systems team. Offer advice on software issues. When requested, evaluate software for suitability to FACES.
• Meet with the data quality team and participate actively in defining and achieving data quality objectives. Write software as required to assure data quality and other duties as may be assigned.
• Provide software as needed to transfer and transform data between various data stores such as MySQL, Excel spreadsheets and Access databases.
• Develop software as necessary to support or extend the OpenMRS database and system and any other software packages that may be in use.

Other Responsibilities:

• Help to deploy and install open source applications and in-house developed software.
• Respond to AD HOC data requests as requested by the organization.
• Participate in the Faces systems quarterly meeting.
• Empower/train OpenMRS users about functionalities of the system.

Key Requirements:

• Diploma in Computer Science or Equivalent. Those with Bachelor degree may also apply
• At least 2 years experience as a programmer in a busy development environment.
• Ability to develop web based applications.
• An understanding of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems is an added advantage.

Knowledge Skills and Attributes Required:

• Proven practical knowledge of the following programming languages: HTML, CSS, Java, jQuery, Javascript, SQL.
• Proven ability to extract data from relational databases using SQL.
• Ability to translate user requirements into functional specifications.
• Proven ability to train users on the use of computer applications.
• Good documentation skills with high attention to detail.
• Good presentation skills.
• Ability to keep abreast with current technology and quickly learn new development tools and technologies.

Applications must include the following:

• A cover letter stating current work (if applicable), current salary.
• A current CV with names and telephone contacts for at least 2 referees
• Copies of academic and professional certificates and copy of the latest pay slip
• At least two recommendation letters.

All applications must be sent electronically to the email address below followed by hard copies which should be delivered or posted so as to reach the following address by 28th November 2014

eMail: hrrctp@kemri-ucsf.org

Human Resources Manager 
KEMRI – RCTP/ FACES Program 
P. O Box 614-40100
Kisumu

Please write the Vacancy Number, and Position applied for on the envelope and in the subject Line of the Email. 

Applications must be send through the email address in the advert. 

Applications send to RCTP staff will be deemed as canvassing and will be disqualified 

Note: RCTP or any of its programs, Studies or Projects does not solicit for Money or any form of reward for a Job applicant to be considered for employment. Any such requests should be immediately reported to the HR department. Any job applicant who tries to corrupt our employee during any stage of the staff hiring process will be disqualified. 

KEMRI is an equal opportunity employer. 

Women, the Youth, people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.