Job Advertisement: CPU DigiHealth KE Intern at Kabarak University
Job Ref. No:
CPU DigiHealth KE Intern – KABU01/AD/ DR8/25/01/001
No. of Vacant Positions:
3
Application Deadline:
15th January 2025
Contract Type:
1-Year Contract (Fixed Term)
Kabarak University is offering a unique opportunity for recent ICT graduates to join their project team as CPU DigiHealth KE Interns. This internship is designed for individuals with a keen interest in the health tech industry, providing hands-on experience in technical support and the delivery of digital health solutions. Interns will be expected to work alongside various departments, contribute to the development of digital health systems, and actively engage in technical activities aligned with the project’s work plan.
Key Responsibilities:
As a CPU DigiHealth KE Intern, your role will involve:
- Providing Technical Support: Assist in technical troubleshooting and support within the scope of project activities, ensuring smooth operation of digital health initiatives.
- Project Activity Delivery: Play a key role in ensuring that the project activities are successfully carried out, meeting the deadlines and objectives set by the project team.
- Reporting: Provide regular reports detailing the progress of various activities aligned with the project’s work plan, and communicate outcomes to the County Proximate University Project Coordinator (PC) and the HealthIT Chief of Party (COP).
- Other Related Activities: Participate in additional tasks as directed by the County Proximate University Project Coordinator (PC), collaborating with other project teams to ensure alignment and integration of work activities.
Position 1: CPU DigiHealth KE Intern – Development Support
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Job Description:
This intern will focus on the technical aspects of the project, supporting the development of software systems, tools, and applications for health services. The role will involve the use of agile methodologies to assist in the rapid development of health-tech solutions. -
Primary Tasks:
- Assist with software design and development tasks
- Support project activities within agile sprints, ensuring alignment with development goals
- Collaborate with senior developers in designing automated solutions
- Contribute to project reports based on specific technical activities in the work plan
Position 2: CPU DigiHealth KE Intern – System Integration and APIs
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Job Description:
This intern will focus on integrating various health systems, ensuring that they work seamlessly together. A key aspect of the role will involve working with APIs and understanding the technical details of web services. -
Primary Tasks:
- Assist in system integration tasks, including managing REST APIs and web services
- Work closely with team members to enhance system functionality
- Ensure that different components of the health systems communicate effectively
- Provide input into API design and documentation as part of project reports
Position 3: CPU DigiHealth KE Intern – Data Management and Automation
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Job Description:
This intern will focus on ensuring that data used in the health-tech project is managed efficiently and effectively. Tasks will include designing automated processes for data handling and analysis. -
Primary Tasks:
- Assist in the design and development of automated data systems
- Support activities related to data flow, processing, and management
- Collaborate with the project team to ensure that data handling meets project objectives
- Contribute to detailed reports of data management activities for project stakeholders
Qualifications and Skills:
- Familiarity with Agile Methodologies: A clear understanding of agile or other rapid application development methodologies, enabling quick development cycles and iterative improvements.
- Educational Background: Recent graduates with a BSc in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or an equivalent course are eligible for this position.
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Technical Proficiency:
- Experience with software design, development, and automated processes is essential.
- Knowledge of REST, APIs, JSONP, and web services technologies is required.
- Strong understanding of version control using Git.
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Programming Skills:
- Proficiency in programming languages and frameworks, such as Python/Django, PHP, JavaEE, and AngularJS.
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Additional Experience:
- Participation in hackathons, boot camps, or other relevant technical events will be an added advantage.
- Teamwork & Communication: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, sharing ideas and providing updates on project activities.
Benefits of the Internship:
- Professional Development: Gain valuable hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving field of digital health technologies.
- Networking Opportunities: Work alongside professionals in the health tech and ICT sectors, with exposure to cutting-edge projects.
- Career Advancement: Successful interns may be considered for future employment opportunities based on performance and available roles.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply by submitting their applications via the