ICT Expert – Network Installation & EMR Implementation

Job Description

Job Summary

HABTech Solutions is implementing an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) solution in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Oromia Regional Health Bureau, and Palladium.

We are seeking five experienced ICT Experts to support the EMR rollout at selected health facilities in Adama town and Boset woreda (East Shewa Zone), Oromia Region. One ICT Expert will be assigned to each health facility.

Job Description

The ICT Expert will be responsible for the installation, configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of the facility’s network infrastructure and will provide hands-on technical support for the implementation and operationalization of the EMR system.

The expert will work closely with the facility team and the HABTech Solutions implementation team to ensure that the assigned health facility is technically ready and able to effectively use the EMR system.

Job Requirements

Education:

• TVET Diploma Level IV or BSc degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems in a relevant ICT field.

Experience:

• 2–4 years of relevant professional experience.

• Strong hands-on experience in network installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

• Previous experience in EMR implementation, deployment, or technical support is a strong advantage.

• Experience supporting health facilities or other institutional ICT environments is an advantage.

Contract Duration: Five (5) months

Duty Stations / Health Facilities

One ICT Expert will be recruited for each of the following facilities:

• Olenchiti Primary Hospital

• Wonji Primary Hospital

• Biftu Primary Hospital 

• Geda Health Center

• Wonji Kuriftu Health Center

Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and test the Local Area Network (LAN) and related network infrastructure at the assigned facility.

• Configure and troubleshoot network devices, including switches, routers, access points, and related equipment.

• Ensure reliable network connectivity between EMR workstations and the required servers/systems.

• Support the installation, configuration, and readiness of computers and other ICT equipment required for EMR implementation.

• Provide hands-on technical support during EMR installation, configuration, testing, and deployment.

• Troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and connectivity problems affecting EMR use.

• Support EMR users in resolving basic technical issues and escalate complex issues to the appropriate technical team.

• Conduct network and system readiness checks and document identified gaps and corrective actions.

• Coordinate with facility staff and the HABTech Solutions team to ensure timely completion of implementation activities.

• Provide basic technical orientation to designated facility staff on network and EMR-related issues.

• Prepare and submit brief technical reports on network installation, EMR readiness, challenges, and completed activities.

Skills & Competencies

• Practical knowledge of LAN setup, cabling, switches, routers, IP addressing, and network troubleshooting.

• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with facility and project teams.

• Fluency in the local language of the assigned location is required.

How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit: Updated CV and Copies of relevant educational and professional credentials via email: jobs@habtechsolution.com with a subject line : Application – ICT Expert – [Facility Name]

Note: Please combine all documents into one PDF and applicants must clearly specify the facility name they are applying for in their application and email subject line. Applicants are encouraged to apply only for the facility where they are available and willing to work.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.