Informatics Developer

Consultancy

6 months (With the possibility of extension)

SITT Team Lead

FCT – Abuja

The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is seeking a qualified and experienced Informatics Developer to provide technical and operational support to the Strategic Information Technology Team (SITT) under the NSTOP programme.

The Informatics Developer will contribute to the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of digital health solutions supporting disease surveillance, Routine Immunization, and broader health information system initiatives. The role will also support the development of innovative digital solutions that enhance programme performance, strengthen health information systems, and support evidence-based public health decision-making.

To support the planning, design, implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of digital health and surveillance systems, while contributing to system integration, analytics, visualization, and general activities of the SITT.

Responsibilities

• Undertake software development activities, including coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Conduct API testing and support system interoperability between digital health platforms.
• Support database management and SQL query development.
• Support implementation, configuration, testing, maintenance, and routine system upgrades of existing and new SITT digital health platforms.
• Troubleshoot system issues, create users, provide technical support, and resolve system-related issues.
• Support conformity of digital health platforms with current standards and best practices.
• Conduct data cleaning, validation, transformation, and quality assurance activities.
• Develop routine data summaries, interactive dashboards, charts, and reports using R, Power BI, Excel, SQL, or other analytical tools.
• Support data extraction, aggregation, analysis, and reporting for programme monitoring and decision-making.
• Prepare technical documentation, user guides, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), meeting reports, and implementation reports.
• Maintain proper documentation of software changes, configurations, and technical processes.
• Conduct user training, onboarding sessions, and technical demonstrations.
• Provide first-level technical support to system users.
• Participate in mentorship and continuous professional development activities.
• Conduct literature reviews and technical research on emerging digital health technologies, interoperability standards, artificial intelligence, and public health informatics.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement.
• Perform any other technical assignments delegated by the SITT Team Lead in support of programme objectives.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Health Informatics, Public Health Informatics, or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification in Health Informatics, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Public Health, or a related discipline will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in software development, digital health, health information systems, data management, or a related technical field.
• Demonstrable experience in the design, development, deployment, maintenance, and support of software applications.
• Experience working in public health, surveillance, immunization, or health information systems is highly desirable.
• Experience working with government, development partners, NGOs, or public health programmes will be an advantage.

Candidates should demonstrate practical experience in several of the following areas

• Software development: Java, PHP, JavaScript/TypeScript, .NET, R, or equivalent relevant programming languages.
• Web and mobile application development.
• Frontend frameworks (UI/UX): Angular, React, or equivalent.
• Backend/API development: REST APIs, JSON, authentication, and system integration.
• Database technologies: PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, SQL Server, or equivalent relational databases.
• Data analytics and visualization: Power BI, R, Excel, SQL, or equivalent tools.
• Digital health platforms, particularly DHIS2 or other health information systems.
• Interoperability: APIs, data exchange, data mapping, and health information exchange concepts.
• Containerization and deployment technologies, including Docker, will be an advantage.
• Experience integrating external services such as SMS, WhatsApp, mapping, authentication, and notification platforms will be an advantage.
• Proficiency in applying AI-enabled tools and techniques to enhance software development, automate workflows, improve data processing, and develop innovative digital health solutions.
• Understanding of data security, access control, privacy, backup, and secure software development practices.

Expected outputs

• Functional and well-maintained digital health applications.
• Timely resolution of system issues and user support requests.
• Reliable system integrations and APIs.
• High-quality programme databases and data pipelines.
• Routine dashboards, analytics, and programme reports.
• Proper technical and system documentation.
• Successful deployment and adoption of digital health solutions.
• Continuous improvement and innovation of SITT digital solutions.

The Informatics Developer will report to the SITT Team Lead and work closely with other members of the SITT Team.

AFENET is an equal-opportunity employer. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Qualified females are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Interested applicants for this position should visit the AFENET Human Resource web application https://vacancy.afenetnigeria.net/hr/career_vacancy%20List.php and submit their application. The application package should include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae and necessary certificates and testimonials. Candidates should indicate the appropriate position in their application letter.