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  • Posted: Apr 9, 2019
    Deadline: Not specified
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    Since the sale of our first kit in 2013, SunCulture has been on a mission to help smallholder farmers in Africa improve both crop yields and quality. We are driven to constantly innovate and improve our technology to make solar powered irrigation solutions truly affordable for the millions of farmers on the continent
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    IT Project Manager

    About the role

    This role will be key in supporting the implementation of internal software projects and technology processes. This would include but not limited to coordinating, assisting and ensuring on time execution of SunCulture’s software development projects as well as any other IT related projects.

    Responsibilities

    • Work with Lead Developer on the ongoing integration of applications (Zoho CRM, Unleashed, LAMT, XERO, ZenDesk, AppSheet, Africa’s Talking SMS, Mpesa IPN, Zapier) and custom built middleware
    • Work closely with business teams and other developers to conceptualize, build, test and realize applications
    • Work with Product Manager to review Wireframes and Technical Requirement documentation
    • Breakdown Use Cases documentation into development tasks and estimates
    • Explain technologies and solutions to technical and non-technical team members

    Skills

    • Strong knowledge of computer languages, such as Javascript, Python and PHP.
    • Proficient in the use of frameworks like Django, symfony, Jquery, angular JS, React JS
    • Strong background in coding
    • Familiarity with REST APIs integrations like JSON and SOAP
    • Knowledge of user interfaces will be beneficial
    • Knowledge of HTML technologies and web frameworks will be beneficial e.g Material CSS and Bootstrap css
    • Knowledge in system administration will be a plus
    • Problem Solving
    • Troubleshoot and solve any software/IT related issues
    • Project Management
    • Continuously improve delivery through employing lessons learned
    • Assist with IT execution and other ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time by your reporting head
    • Relationship Building
    • Collaborate with SaaS vendors to enable the smooth deployment and maintenance of solutions
    • Collaborate with cross functional teams to improve existing or implement new systems
    • Leverage relationships to mitigate and resolve risks and issues
    • Leadership Roles
    • Maintain an effective working relationship with team members at all times
    • Being proactive and solving all IT related problems encountered by colleagues from time to time
    • Creating, supporting and maintaining a culture of collaboration, accountability, trust, and customer focus across functional areas
    • Provide mentorship and be a coach to all other team members assigned

    Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Competence for the Role

    • Over 5 years experience as a software developer
    • Hands on, detail oriented and with strong execution skills
    • Good communication skills both written and spoken with ability to interact freely with people
    • Passion for innovation and use of technology to change business
    • Independent thinker able to thrive in a fast paced dynamic environment.
    • Have the ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines
    • Be organized and be an expert in time management

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to SunCulture Kenya Ltd on www.linkedin.com to apply

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