CHAI Rwanda

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Software Developer

Program: Cervical Cancer

Job Location: Kigali

Type: Full-Time Paid

Start date: Immediately

Overview

The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc. (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low-and middle-income countries, while strengthening the capabilities of governments and the private sector in those countries to create and sustain high-quality health systems that can succeed without our assistance. For more information, please visit: http://www.clintonhealthaccess.org

Cervical Cancer program overview

Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer in Rwandan females, and with the highest mortality. The Global Cancer Observatory (2022) estimated the incidence of cervical cancer in Rwanda in 2022 at 866 new cases with an incidence rate of 12.53 cases/100,000 women (crude rate) and 18.9 cases/100,000 (age-standardized rate). Cervical cancer represents 13% of all cancers in Rwanda, and it is the leading cause of cancer deaths in Rwandan women. According to the Global Cancer Observatory (2022) projection, if no action is taken, the number of new cases is expected to rise to 2,347 new cases in the next 20 years.

To meet the WHO cervical cancer elimination targets of 90% adolescent girls vaccinated against Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), 70 % of eligible women screened for cervical cancer, and 90% of cervical cancer patients treated adequately, Rwanda is strategically using an integrated approach, by leveraging community-based initiatives, patient-centered, with an aim to achieve comprehensive cervical cancer elimination.

CHAI is supporting government efforts toward cervical cancer elimination by providing technical assistance to the Cancer Unit in the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC) to strengthen national mechanisms to coordinate the elimination of cervical cancer and establish a plan to sustain cervical cancer elimination investment and gains beyond 2027.

Additionally, CHAI is working with RBC to reach the WHO cervical cancer elimination targets 90-70-90 in 4 select districts to demonstrate a comprehensive elimination model with high-quality screening and treatment services that are cost-effective, equitable, and accessible. Furthermore, CHAI is supporting government efforts for breast and other control as stated in the new National Cancer Control Plan (2024-2029), which aims at reducing cancer incidence and mortality, increasing early detection rates, and improving the quality of care and survivorship support for cancer patients.

Position overview

CHAI is looking to hire a software developer to be based at RBC and work closely with the existing team in the Planning Division and Cervical Cancer Program to implement the Cervical Cancer Elimination plan and ensure related targets are met. The candidates should have strong skills in design, development, testing, and maintenance of digital solutions. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with outstanding credentials in software development, analytical ability, and communication skills to provide critical analytical and strategic support to the program. The candidates must be self-driven, adaptable, and have a high level of comfort with fast-paced work and a strong commitment to excellence. They must be self-assured, a fast learner, resilient, and a strong team player. CHAI places great value on relevant personal qualities: resourcefulness, responsibility, tenacity, independence, energy, and work ethic.

The Software Developer will be seconded and report to the RBC Cancer Unit in RBC and will report in parallel to the CHAI Senior Program Manager, NCDs, for specific CHAI-supported initiatives to contribute to the wider Digital Health workstream.

Responsibilities

Able to analyze the existing data resources in the system
Conduct requirements gathering through stakeholders and user consultations
Able to produce requirement specifications for new and/or modified systems
Computer programming to develop new systems
Manage and develop the technical and non-technical documentation of MOH/RBC’s DHIS2 and other data systems.
Analyze Open MRS and DHIS2 performance, identify challenges, and troubleshoot
Support MOH/RBC/CHAI in the development, review, and adaptation of cervical cancer-related data collection, data quality audit, and data analysis tools across the country
Support quality assurance of Open MRS, DHIS2, and other data systems.
Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and ethical standards in deployment.
Ensure configuration, maintenance, proper functioning, and output of Open MRS, DHIS2 implementation for the cervical cancer program.
Conduct data analysis, cleaning, and develop a visualization for programmatic decision making
Provide relevant training and mentorship to health facilities on the use of cervical cancer information platforms and other related data systems
Support the project in any other capacity, as identified by the program management team.
In collaboration with CHAI’s global teams, work on relevant integrations and interoperability of new technology deployments with existing in-country health information systems
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or other related fields. Additional training/degree in fields mentioned above or a health-related field is a plus.
3 years or more of relevant experience in software development
Experience in the development and use of electronic medical record systems – OpenMRS and DHIS2 is a plus
Proficiency in programming languages (JAVA, PYTHON, C++, or JavaScript)
Strong business system analysis skills
Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or other SQL/NoSQL databases.
Knowledge of version control systems like Git.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
Proficiency with at least one business intelligence platform (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Demonstrated experience with developing and implementing distributed software systems, service-oriented architecture, and enterprise integration patterns
Strong problem-solving skills and a positive, solution-oriented approach to challenges
Familiarity with digital health standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR), interoperability frameworks, and health data security best practices
Ability to work independently and be a strong team player
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build and nurture relationships in a challenging multicultural environment
Demonstrated success in meeting targets and deadlines
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities, and work independently
Willingness to travel mainly locally and sometimes at short notice.

Interested candidates should email a letter of interest (maximum 1 page) outlining how their professional background meets the requirements outlined above; CV (maximum 3 pages); and the names of three references to [email protected] with “Software Developer, Cervical cancer” in the subject line. The deadline for applications is Wednesday October 01st, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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