JUNIOR APPLICATIONS ENGINEER

Location: Rongo & Nairobi

Start date: May, 2025

Reporting to: Applications Engineer

Organizational Background

Founded by a group of committed Kenyans, Lwala unlocks the potential of communities to advance their own comprehensive well-being and improve health outcomes. We support communities to design, implement, and evaluate solutions to their most pressing health challenges. To address systemic inequities in health outcomes–and a health system that often leaves communities out of decision-making–Lwala deploys a community-led health model that has 4 pillars: professionalized community health workers (CHWs), community health committees, health facilities, and data. Lwala is an organization rooted in the communities we serve. When it comes to improving health outcomes, we believe that communities should be in the driver's seat–no one can identify challenges and solutions better than communities themselves. Our model centers communities as leaders and change-makers breaking cycles of inequity.

Job Summary

Lwala Community Alliance is seeking to employ a dedicated and skilled Junior Applications Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and integration of digital health solutions that enhance healthcare delivery. In this role, you will work with platforms such as CommCare, Salesforce, eCHIS, OpenFN, Jira, Superset, Registry Systems, and CHT. Additionally, you will contribute to integrating AI, machine learning models, FHIR servers, and ODKs to improve system efficiency and functionality.

As part of LCA’s digital health team, you will help design and optimize technology-driven interventions that support frontline health workers, improve data-driven decision-making, and drive impactful health outcomes. This position is ideal for someone passionate about public health, experienced in digital systems especially in resource-constrained settings and eager to explore AI and machine learning applications in healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Application Support & Maintenance:
  • Assist in configuring and maintaining digital health applications, including CommCare, Salesforce, and eCHIS.
  • Support troubleshooting, resolving system issues, and maintaining high system availability.
• Data Integration & Management:
  • Help integrate multiple data sources into systems like PowerBI, Superset, and OpenFN for reporting and dashboards.
  • Collaborate to ensure consistent and high-quality data across platforms.
• Development & Implementation:
  • Assist in adapting and testing eCHIS for Lwala’s community health programs.
  • Support the integration of health machine models, FHIR servers, and ODK tools into existing systems.
  • Participate in implementing open-source software and contribute to community health systems like the Community Health Toolkit (CHT).
• AI and Machine Learning Integration:
  • Understand or be willing to learn AI, machine learning, and their applications in health systems.
  • Assist in developing and integrating predictive health machine models into Lwala’s technology stack.
• System Scalability:
  • Support the preparation of digital systems for scaling to new program areas.
  • Monitor and recommend improvements for system performance and scalability.
• Collaboration & Training:
  • Work with cross-functional teams, including Ministry of Health technical teams and other partners, to align technology with program needs.
  • Provide training and technical support to users of digital systems, including ODK implementations.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Degree in Computer Science, IT, Statistics, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a related role, such as software development, database administration, or systems analysis.
• Exposure to health informatics, FHIR servers, or community-based health projects in Kenya is an added advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Basic knowledge of databases (e.g., CouchDB, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with programming languages like JavaScript, ReactJS, or NodeJS. Experience with JSON, XLS forms, and tools like CommCare, OpenFN, and ODK. Knowledge of health technologies such as FHIR servers, predictive health machine models, and AI tools is a strong plus.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, including AI, machine learning, eCHIS, PowerBI, and Superset.

How to Apply

Please send your application letter and CV as one attachment to: Junior Applications Engineer Vacancy

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with an application deadline of 14th April 2025.

Lwala Community Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not ask for fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Successful candidates must abide by Lwala’s Anti Fraud & Bribery Policy and Safeguarding Policy, including protection of children and vulnerable adults.