2 X Programmers (Harare)

Position: 2 x Programmers (Harare)

Full time: 12 months

Job Purpose

• Zvitambo is seeking experienced Programmers who will develop study management
• systems and electronic data capture systems using RedCap for the LIFE-ED multi-country
• study. This role requires somebody who has a strong background in developing data
• systems, ideally within a research setting, and supporting all aspects of system testing,
• implementation, and refinement. The programmer will join a team of three who are
• responsible for building all data systems for five LIFE-ED countries, ensuring that the
• systems are deployed effectively, helping to train local teams, and responding to queries to
• maintain and improve the system. This position requires hands-on experience in building
• data systems from scratch, and the ability to ensure harmonization with existing systems.
• This post will be based in Harare and may require international travel to support deployment of data systems at other LIFE-ED sites.

Job Summary

• Employer: Zvitambo
• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Harare, Zimbabwe
• Category: IT & Software Development
• Closing Date: 2026-11-04

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse user requirements and design data systems
• Build/modify existing research study management system deployed at Zvitambo
• Build electronic data capture systems using RedCap for the multi-site LIFE-ED study
• Design data integration procedures for onboarding external data e.g. lab results
• Maintain and upgrade the data systems as needed
• Documenting testing, resolving defects and confirming system readiness before deployment.
• Deploy and maintain developed data systems either in person or virtually
• Develop documentation for the built data systems
• Ensure teams are fully trained and conversant in the systems prior to deployment
• Respond to suggestions and queries from end-users to ensure the systems are fit for purpose

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Masters degree in Computer Science or related field
• At least 3 years experience in full stack programming skills and building systems from scratch
• Proven ability to design, develop, deploy and maintain data systems including user support and ongoing improvements.
• Experience with Electronic Data Capturing system (ODK, Redcap, KoBoToolbox)
• Ability to work to tight timelines
• Excellent project management skills, with ability to prioritise tasks and deliver to deadline
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work in multidisciplinary teams and across cultures

How to Apply

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