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• Develop new and augment existing open-source
  software solutions in the health system and health care domains using a
  variety of programming languages and technologies (e.g. PHP, JavaScript /
  node.js, XML, XQuery, Java)
• Work closely with members of the informatics
  and programs teams to deploy software solutions in the IntraHealth
  informatics portfolio (e.g. iHRIS, mHero, OpenInfoMan, emNutt) for field
  activities 
• Develop and support deployment of
  standards-based interoperability solutions in the health domain (e.g.
  OpenHIE, IHE)
• Create and maintain documentation, job-aides,
  and training resources
• The incumbent will provide training and
  mentorship to other developers working on the informatics projects
• Respond to questions on software and
  implementations coming directly to the developer as well as the iHRIS
  mailing lists, Google Groups, Launchpad Answers, Slack, Skype, and other
  forums

• The ideal candidate for the IntraHealth
  International Regional Open-Source Health Informatics Officer II should
  hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Informatics, or
  related field with a minimum of six years of related experience, a
  Master’s degree with three years of related experience.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in the
  development and deployment of open-source health information systems.
• Previous experience in Health Workforce
  Information Systems and Health Management Information Systems (HMIS) is
  highly desirable.
• The candidates should be a current resident
  of Uganda and eligible to work without sponsorship and willing to work either
  from an IntraHealth International office location
• The applicant must adhere to the Principles
  of Digital Development http://ict4dprinciples.org/
• Proven exposure and  experience working with more than two
  programming languages, working with the Linux (e.g. Ubuntu) operating
  system, and utilizing Version Control Software (VCS) for software
  development. 
• Willingness to work across multiple time
  zones and be available for routine communication and project reporting
  with the informatics team using instant messaging and voice platforms
  (e.g. Slack, Skype, Google Hangouts).
• Must have an aptitude for learning new
  programming languages and software technologies.
• Must have a high degree of self-direction in
  daily tasks and complete development assignments to specifications
  provided within reasonable timeframes.
• Ability to travel internationally within
  Sub-Saharan Africa, up to 20% of the time, is required.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English. (Ability
  to communicate in French or Spanish is desirable but not required.) 

• Innovation: Develops new, better or
  significantly different ideas, methods, solutions or initiatives within
  your role that result in improvement of IntraHealth’s performance and
  meeting objectives, results and global commitments.
• Accountability: Holds self and others accountable
  for all work activities, research and personal actions and decisions;
  follows through on commitments and focuses on those activities that have
  the greatest impact on meeting measurable high quality results for
  IntraHealth’s success.  Exercises
  ethical practices, respectful words and behaviors, and equitable treatment
  of others in all activities.
• Service Excellence: Knowledge of and ability to put into
  action customer service concepts, processes and techniques to access
  internal and/or external client needs and expectations  and meet or exceed those needs and
  expectations through providing excellent service directly or indirectly.
• Effective Communication (Oral and Written): Understands
  effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to
  effectively transmit, explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear
  language appropriate to the audience; and receive, and accurately
  interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of
  appropriate communication behaviors.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are
  consistent with agreed upon strategies; identifies priority activities and
  assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate time
  and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for
  contingencies when planning; and monitors and adjusts plans and actions as
  necessary.
• Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge
  of and the ability to effectively interact within and across Divisions,
  Departments/Country Offices in a constructive and collaborative manner.

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