I. Introduction
Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) is an indigenous nonprofit institution that works to accelerate positive health, social, and economic reforms through high-quality program design and implementation, capacity building, implementation science research, and knowledge generation, as well as agenda setting and stakeholder convening across human development sectors. Our work seeks to benefit primarily disadvantaged and underserved populations. We implement transformation programs in Nigeria and are currently expanding our footprint to several West and Central African countries. We are building a competent world-class management team to enable us to achieve our strategic growth objectives sustainably.
II. Description and Objectives
The IT Graduate Intern (Full-Stack Development) will support the ICT team in designing, developing, and maintaining internal digital tools and web applications used across SCIDaR's programs and operations. This role provides immersive, hands-on experience in both front-end and back-end development, ranging from building user interfaces to working with databases and server-side logic. The intern will assist with writing clean, efficient code; collaborating on system integration; debugging and testing features; and maintaining documentation for deployed tools.
III. Responsibilities
a. IT Infrastructure and Support
- Provide on-site and remote IT support to end-users across SCIDaR offices
- Install, configure, and maintain hardware, including laptops, printers, and networking equipment.
- Manage IP configurations, VPN, firewalls, internet services, and LAN/WAN infrastructure.
- Administer secure access to organizational systems, manage user accounts, and credentials.
- Monitor and enforce cybersecurity standards, including device encryption, antivirus protection, and access control
- Maintain and update the IT asset inventory, handling IT onboarding/offboarding for staff
b. Software Development and Engineering
- Design, develop, and maintain internal software applications and tools
- Build responsive front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Angular
- Develop secure and scalable backend services using technologies such as Node.js, Django, Flask, or Laravel
- Design and administer relational and non-relational databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB
- Use version control systems such as Git for code management and implement CI/CD pipelines for deployment
- Apply appropriate testing, debugging, and documentation practices throughout the software lifecycle
IV. Required Competencies
a. Core requirements
- Compelling evidence of interest in and commitment to the mission of SCIDaR
- Logical approach to identifying and evaluating issues with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Proficiency in front-end development tools (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and at least one modern framework (React, Angular, Vue.js)
- Strong backend development skills using frameworks such as Node.js, Django, Flask, or PHP (e.g., Laravel)
- Understanding of both SQL and NoSQL databases
- Experience with cloud platforms, version control (Git), and CI/CD integration
- Familiarity with IT security procedures, data protection practices, and network management tools
- Team player with good inter-personal skills and cross-cultural understanding
- Fast learner, open to learning from peers, subordinates, and supervisors collaboratively and at a rapid pace
- A proven track record of working independently to manage the accounts, recording, and financial reporting requirements of an organization and donor-funded projects
- Results-oriented performer, experienced in developing and tracking self and team with clear KPIs
- Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
- Commitment to self-development and expansion of knowledge
b. Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
- Previous experience in a similar dual-role context (user support and development) is highly advantageous
V. Equal employment opportunity statement
SCIDaR is an equal opportunity employer. We do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable laws.