The following positions are currently open at CHAK Secretariat.  

1. Assistant programmer

CHAK wishes to recruit an assistant programmer to work in the IT unit.  

Responsibilities

1. Assist in providing solutions by programming/developing relevant software and customizing open-source platforms.
2. Support in installation and user training and support of the Health Management Information System Software in Member Health Units (MHUs), support research and development for continuous HMIS system improvement and upgrade.
3. Assist in mobile applications development.
4. Support in the development of documentation and user manuals.
5. Assist in maintaining, debugging, and troubleshooting systems and softwares.
6. Support review and further development of existing software solutions to enhance responsiveness, efficiency, stability, and reliability.
7. Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications and requirements

1. Degree or Diploma in IT, Computer Science or related field.
2. Extensive Knowledge in programming using JavaScript, and any JavaScript frameworks (Sencha, Node, React, Vue, Angular, etc.).
3. Extensive knowledge of PHP and PHP frameworks
4. Mobile application development with Flutter/dart or React JS
5. Extensive Knowledge of Databases especially MySQL, Postgres, and SQL Server.
6. Knowledge of using the GIT version control system
7. Ability to work with Linux OS and different containers like Docker, WSL
8. Minimum two years’ experience in a production environment

Application procedures
Applications with detailed CV with names & contacts of three referees and copies of relevant professional certificates should be sent to CHAK Secretariat by post or Email using the contacts below:

The General Secretary
P.O. Box 30690 – 00100 GPO,
Nairobi
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Applicants are advised to state their current and expected remuneration.
The closing date for receiving all applications is June 9, 2023. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

2. Programming Interns (2 positions)

Responsibilities

The interns will be responsible for: 

1. Support users at the CHAK Secretariat.
2. Support in CHAK hospital management system installations and user training.
3. Responsible for the implementation, enhancement, and troubleshooting of CHAK membership networks.
4. Assist in creating software applications and programming.
5. Under the guidance of HMIS team lead work according to the specifications provided.
6. Report any code errors to the HMIS lead so that appropriate corrections are applied, and the program is re-run.
7. Support in maintaining, debugging, and troubleshooting systems and softwares.
8. Assist in preparation of reports for the HMIS department.

9. Any other duties as may be assigned by the HMIS team from time to time.

Qualifications and requirements

1. A degree in Information Technology or related field, with programming and systems engineering as a major.
2. Background knowledge of system analysis.
3. Keen interest in programming.

Application procedures

Applications with detailed CV, copies of relevant professional certificates and letter from the college/university should be sent to CHAK Secretariat by post or Email using the contacts below.

The General Secretary
P.O. Box 30690 – 00100 GPO,
Nairobi
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Applicants are requested to indicate “Programming Internship” in the email subject.

The closing date for receiving all applications is June 2, 2023. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.