AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria, Ltd./Gte. (APIN) is a non-governmental organization registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). APIN has built a strong partnership with the Nigerian Government, which is memorialized through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the National Planning Commission. APIN is a leading Nigerian organization in the provision of prevention, care and treatment services to patients with HIV/AIDS and other diseases of public health significance. Its operating experience in Nigeria dates back to 2000, when the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) initiated HIV/AIDS research and prevention initiatives in Nigeria, with funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. In 2004, the HSPH project started implementing HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment programs with support from the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). These activities culminated in the establishment of APIN as an independent NGO in 2007, with the aim of building local capacity and sustainability of HIV/AIDS and other diseases programming in Nigeria. Presently, APIN operates as a direct implementing partner to CDC having just completed a 3-year transition from Harvard in line with the US Government’s goal of transitioning programs to local indigenous organizations. In the four years since its operations as an implementing partner of the CDC, APIN has managed a cumulative budget of more than $50m, a reflection of the growing confidence of the USG that APIN has built enough systems to operate as an independent implementing partner of US funds. In addition to the US funded activities, APIN is currently soliciting for other funding opportunities to diversify its funding base in the wider public health arena as part of its response to current health challenges and its overall sustainability plan. Apart from its contribution to evidence-based HIV prevention in the country, APIN is also one of the pioneers in the provision of comprehensive HIV/AIDS care in Nigeria. It currently supports the Federal Government of Nigeria to provide ARV care and treatment directly as a USG implementing partner tomore than 74,000 patients in 33 treatment clinics and 75 primary healthcare centers in nine (9) states. These clinics are equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories with capabilities for diagnosis and monitoring of HIV including CD4, viral load, DNA PCR and drug resistance monitoring (DRM). Similar giant strides have been made in prevention, systems strengthening, as well as in human and infrastructure capacity development efforts. It has a widespread network of service providers, communities, researchers and persons living with HIV and AIDS support groups in nine (9) states in Nigeria. APIN has a. purposive, exemplary and result-oriented leadership, committed and hardworking human resources and a broad-based support of collaborators in Nigeria and the United States. It essentially inherited the same dedicated team that has worked on the Harvard program in the last 6 -10 years.
Job ID: api-94335
Position Summary
- PHIS3 is looking for a talented EMR Java Developer/Specialist to join our dynamic team in developing and maintaining electronic medical records (EMRs) and health information applications.
- This role involves creating solutions for web, mobile, and desktop platforms using Java, Software Integrations, PHP, UI/UXs, ReactJs,/Native, and additional frontend and backend frameworks.
- You will be involved in building cross-platform applications for both iOS and Android, ensuring robust performance, quality, and scalability.
- The Developer/Specialist will report to the Clinical Information System Advisor, work together closely on technical design, and coding standards, and ensuring alignment with users and project needs.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Application Development & Maintenance
- Develop, test, and maintain highly reliable EMR applications and other digital health solutions using Java, PHP, React Native, and other relevant frontend and backend frameworks.
- Write clean, efficient, and reusable code for cross-platform mobile applications, ensuring compatibility on iOS and Android platforms.
- Integrate with back-end services and databases, ensuring smooth data flow and synchronization.
- Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs and technical issues, providing scalable solutions.
- Ensure best practices in coding and architecture, implementing clean, readable, and maintainable code that follows industry standards.
- Lead or participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality.
- Actively participate in Agile Scrum teams, including sprints, planning, and daily stand-ups.
- Work with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deploy new features and enhancements.
- Contribute to system architecture design discussions, advising on technical risks, benefits, and constraints.
- Develop intuitive and responsive UI/UX designs for EMR and other applications, working closely with in-house designers to ensure a seamless user experience.
- Enhance applications for maximum speed, usability, and accessibility across various devices and operating systems.
- Write effective technical documentation, including design specifications, code comments, and maintenance guidelines.
- Provide technical support to users, troubleshooting and resolving issues in a timely manner.
- Host training sessions and prepare user manuals and guides to facilitate user onboarding and adoption.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- 4 to 5 years of experience in software development, with a focus on EMR implementation, Java, PHP, ReactJs/Native, and other relevant frontend and backend frameworks.
- Proficient in Java and PHP for backend services, strong experience with React Native for mobile app development.
- Experience with mobile application development for iOS and Android platforms.
- Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks and libraries for frontend development.
- Knowledge of new and emerging languages and frameworks for frontend and backend, with a focus on performance and security.
- Demonstrated experience in API development and integration, with a focus on REST-FUL services.
- Experience with version control systems, especially GitHub or GitLab.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum, and DevOps practices.
- Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.
- Knowledge of software design patterns and principles for building scalable, maintainable applications.
- Familiar with unit testing and automated testing practices.
- Excellent troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to identify technical risks and devise solutions proactively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong teamwork skills, with a collaborative approach to achieving project goals and deadlines.
- Familiarity with healthcare standards like ICD10/ICD11, Concept management, dataset mapping, FHIR for EMR interoperability and other global standards.
- Experience with cloud services, preferably AWS or Azure.
- Knowledge of data security best practices, especially in the healthcare domain.
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