Web Developer - Officer

Are you passionate about web development and eager to make a difference Join us at The School of St Jude where you can use your technical skills to positively impact education in Africa!

About Us

The School of St Jude is a pioneering leader in charitable education within Africa. Every year we give 1800 students with free quality education 100 s of graduates with access to higher education and provide more than 20000 government school students with quality teachers. St Jude s is funded by generous supporters from around the world who make our mission of giving bright poor Tanzanian students a free quality education possible.

Who you are

Youre a skilled web developer with a passion for creating engaging online experiences.

Youre committed to our mission of making quality education accessible to all.

You thrive in a fastpaced environment and excel at managing multiple projects.

You have excellent communication skills and can effectively collaborate with teams to achieve goals.

Youre eager to leverage your technical expertise to drive positive change.

What you ll do

Maintain and enhance our website ensuring it meets the highest standards of functionality usability and design.

Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement webbased campaigns and initiatives.

Utilize your expertise in HTML CSS JavaScript React Node.js PHP and databases (SQL and MongoDB) to optimize website performance.

Create and consume APIs to integrate various systems and enhance user experience.

Implement security best practices to safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with privacy policies.

Manage webhooks and automation processes to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into effective web solutions.

Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies in web development making recommendations for continuous improvement.

Requirements

What we re looking for

Proficiency in HTML CSS JavaScript React Node.js PHP SQL and MongoDB.

Experience with WordPress WooCommerce and web accessibility standards.

Strong understanding of security best practices and experience working with APIs.

Familiarity with Linuxbased operating systems and webhooks.

Ability to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams.

Detailoriented with a proactive approach to problemsolving.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Fluent in English (IELTS Level 8 or equivalent).

Why us

The opportunity to use your talents and expertise to fight poverty through education and make a positive impact in Tanzania

A flexible and supportive community of international and local employees

Ample opportunities for career progression and development

Midmorning tea and lunch (during working days)

Are you interested

Send your cover letter and an uptodate Curriculum Vitae to (subject line must include the reference number: TSOSJ/HR/ADM/MKT/04/24)

Applications close on 31 May 2024 only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

DISCLAIMER:

PLEASE BE AWARE OF FRAUDULENT ACTIVITIES IN JOB ADVERTISEMENTS AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS. THE SCHOOL OF ST JUDE DOES NOT REQUEST PAYMENT AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING THE OFFER STAGE. ANY PAYMENT REQUESTS SHOULD BE REFUSED AND REPORTED TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES FOR APPROPRIATE ACTION.