2 X Programmers (Harare)
Zvitambo Institute for Maternal and Child Health Research is hiring two full-time Programmers based in Harare on a 12-month appointment. The selected candidates will work within…
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Zvitambo Institute for Maternal and Child Health Research is hiring two full-time Programmers based in Harare on a 12-month appointment. The selected candidates will work within a three-person team responsible for constructing data systems across five countries participating in the LIFE-ED study. This opportunity suits professionals experienced in building electronic data capture platforms and study management solutions from the ground up. Key duties involve creating systems with RedCap, analyzing user…
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Zvitambo Institute for Maternal and Child Health Research is hiring two full-time Programmers based in Harare on a 12-month appointment. The selected candidates will work within a three-person team responsible for constructing data systems across five countries participating in the LIFE-ED study. This opportunity suits professionals experienced in building electronic data capture platforms and study management solutions from the ground up. Key duties involve creating systems with RedCap, analyzing user requirements, integrating laboratory data, and preparing local teams for deployment.
Responsibilities
- Study user specifications and plan data architectures
- Develop or alter the existing research study management tool at Zvitambo
- Construct electronic data capture tools using RedCap for the LIFE-ED project
- Set up data integration processes to incorporate outside data sources such as laboratory results
- Keep platforms updated and perform necessary maintenance
- Record testing activities, fix bugs, and verify system readiness prior to release
- Roll out and support applications either physically or through online means
- Write documentation for the created data platforms
- Instruct local personnel to ensure readiness before system rollout
- Handle user feedback and questions to maintain system relevance
Requirements
- Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
- Minimum of 3 years of full stack programming experience and building systems from the ground up
- Demonstrated capability in designing, creating, releasing, and maintaining data frameworks along with user support
- Background working with Electronic Data Capturing tools including ODK, Redcap, or KoBoToolbox
- Capacity to meet strict deadlines
- Project management abilities to prioritize tasks and meet schedules
- Verbal and written proficiency in English
- Ability to collaborate effectively in diverse, multidisciplinary teams
Qualifications
- Background in building data architectures inside research organizations
- Familiarity with REDCap or ODK configuration, hooks, external modules, and APIs
- Knowledge of ASP.NET Core, Angular, SQL Server, and MySQL
- Experience creating and connecting REST APIs
- Familiarity with Azure and DevOps methods such as CI/CD and Git version control
- Strong attention to detail
- Prior work history within the research sector
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the location of the Programmer position?
This role is based in Harare and may involve international travel to support data system rollouts at other LIFE-ED locations.
What is the employment type and duration?
This is a full-time position for a duration of 12 months.
What educational background is required?
Applicants must hold a Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science or a related field.
How can I apply for this role?
Candidates must submit their application through the provided online link with a cover letter, CV, and supporting documents combined into a single PDF by 4th November 2026.
Is a salary specified in the job posting?
The job posting does not specify a salary.
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