The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is a non-profit networking and service alliance of Field Epidemiology (and Laboratory) Training Programs (FELTPs), and other applied epidemiology training programs. AFENET has operations in over 31 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa or the World Health Organisation Africa Region (WHO – AFRO). Established in 2005, AFENET is dedicated to helping Ministries of Health in Africa build strong, effective, sustainable programs and capacity to improve public health systems on the African continent.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Informatics Developer
Location / Workstation: FCT – Abuja
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Health Informatics, Public Health Informatics, or a related field.
- A postgraduate qualification in Health Informatics, Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Public Health, or a related discipline will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant professional experience in software development, digital health, health information systems, data management, or a related technical field.
- Demonstrable experience in the design, development, deployment, maintenance, and support of software applications.
- Experience working in public health, surveillance, immunization, or health information systems is highly desirable.
- Experience working with government, development partners, NGOs, or public health programmes will be an advantage.
- Candidates should demonstrate practical experience in several of the following areas:
- Software development: Java, PHP, JavaScript/TypeScript, .NET, R, or equivalent relevant programming languages.
- Web and mobile application development.
- Frontend frameworks (UI/UX): Angular, React, or equivalent.
- Backend/API development: REST APIs, JSON, authentication, and system integration.
- Database technologies: PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, SQL Server, or equivalent relational databases.
- Data analytics and visualization: Power BI, R, Excel, SQL, or equivalent tools.
- Digital health platforms, particularly DHIS2 or other health information systems.
- Interoperability: APIs, data exchange, data mapping, and health information exchange concepts.
- Containerization and deployment technologies, including Docker, will be an advantage.
- Experience integrating external services such as SMS, WhatsApp, mapping, authentication, and notification platforms will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in applying AI-enabled tools and techniques to enhance software development, automate workflows, improve data processing, and develop innovative digital health solutions.
- Understanding of data security, access control, privacy, backup, and secure software development practices.
Application Closing Date
18th October, 2026
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
