Salary Scale: Min: $1,984,305.00 – Max: $2,668,670.00 per annum)
JOB PURPOSE
Design, implement and modify computer programs and databases for the Ministry of Health and related agencies. Provide technical support and user training to clients of custom-built applications. Analyse user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems.
KEY OUTPUTS
- Computer programs delivered.
- Manuals written and distributed for custom-built applications.
- Users trained in software applications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AREAS
- Develops and tests computer programs and databases as required;
- Modifies or otherwise change existing software by editing program codes;
- Coordinates the implementation of computer programs;
- Prepares user and system documentation;
- Conducts user training and demonstrations on off-the shelf products as well as custom-built systems;
- Troubleshoot and rectify problems reported by users;
- The Ministry of Health may determine such other duties and responsibilities as from time to time.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Each application for the modification of an application acknowledged in writing within 24 hrs of receipt.
- All requirement specifications documented and filed;
- All modifications to existing software documented and a control document maintained;
- All new software properly documented and user instruction manuals provided;
- All coding done signed off by the appropriate personnel to attest to acceptance of the software prior to go live, and control documents maintained;
- Confidentiality of information obtained on the job is preserved;
- Detailed schedule of jobs kept and assignments to junior programmers will be strictly noted and updated.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A. Sc. in Computer Science. Three (3) years working experience in systems design and analysis and programming; OR
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Kindly submit a cover letter and resume along with the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of two (2) references, one of whom must be a former or current supervisor.
Applications with résumés are to be submitted no later than Friday, October 13, 2023, to:
Senior Director
Human Resource Management & Development
Ministry of Health & Wellness
10A Chelsea Avenue
Kingston 10
Email: jobs@moh.gov.jm
The Ministry of Health & Wellness thanks all applicants for their interest, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.