EXTERNAL POSITION ADVERTISEMENT
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is a USA based Organization with public health programs around the World. It creates a future of hope for children and families worldwide by eradicating pediatric AIDS, providing care and treatment for people with HIV and AIDS, and accelerating the discovery of new treatments for other serious and life- threatening pediatric illnesses. EGPAF`s work is funded through private donations, PEPFAR via the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Centre for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Johnson & Johnson (J&J), Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) etc.
Position Title: Senior IT & Software Development Manager
Job Summary
End-User Support
- Provide first-level technical support, ensuring a high level of customer service for IT issues.
- Respond to and resolve off-hours emergencies related to IT systems and user support.
- Infrastructure and System Support
- Oversee the configuration, installation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure, including workstations and operational IT equipment.
- Manage regular system backups and ensure offsite data storage to maintain data integrity.
- mHealth and Informatics Support
- Provide IT administrative support for mHealth and informatics solutions used in program implementation.
- Ensure the security, availability, and functionality of systems like DHIS2 and E- Registers.
Software Development & HIS Customization - Customize and develop new modules for DHIS2 and E- Registers to meet healthcare program and national requirements.
- Develop and maintain APIs for system interoperability between E- Registers, DHIS2, and other health systems.
- Scalability and Innovation
- Design and implement scalable IT and HIS solutions that can accommodate future healthcare program growth.
- Lead the adoption of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Cloud Computing to
enhance program efficiency and outcomes.
Team Leadership and Staff Management
- Supervise the IT team, providing leadership and mentorship to foster a high-performance culture.
- Conduct regular performance reviews, set departmental and individual goals, and implement training programs to upskill the IT team.
Strategic IT Planning
- Develop long-term IT strategies in collaboration with the Director of Operations and senior management, ensuring alignment with
organizational goals. - Create and maintain a technology roadmap to guide future IT investments, system upgrades, and the adoption of new technologies.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for IT systems, ensuring continuous optimization and user satisfaction.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Information Systems, Soft- ware Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Relevant technical certifications (e.g., MCSE, A+ Certification) and recent expertise with Windows server and client configurations.
Experience
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as an IT Manager, with additional expertise in software development, particularly in DHIS2 and E- Registers.
- At least 3 years of experience supporting and administering LAN, email, and file/directory services.
- Demonstrated experience in customizing and developing health information systems in low-resource settings.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, and JavaScript.
- Experience with relational databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL.
- Knowledge of RESTful APIs, FHIR, and HL7 for system integration and data exchange
- Experience in Digital health and data analytics standards, healthcare
- Workflows, and reporting requirements is an added advantage
Nothing in the above job descriptions restricts Management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are welcome to apply.
All qualified individuals are welcome to apply. Interested candidates should submit their applications, curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic qualifications, certified copy of ID/passport and two reference letters by 25th October 2024 electronically to the link chronicled below.
https://phe.tbe.taleo.net/phe02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=PEDAIDS&cws=41&rid=3262
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
