About Us
Melese Duressa Institute is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering communities through education and training, entrepreneurship, health advancement, youth leadership and development, and women’s empowerment. We work to unlock opportunities for underserved populations by strengthening skills, expanding access to information, and mobilizing local and diaspora resources for sustainable community development. Through our integrated programs, we support individuals and communities to build resilience, achieve economic independence, and realize their full potential.
Job Title: Full Stack Developer
Location: Finfinnee (hybrid – remote/onsite)
Contract Type: Short-term or part-time, with possibility of extension or conversion to full-time employment based on performance or project needs.
Role Summary
We are seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to support the design, development, and deployment of high-quality web applications. The developer will work on both front-end and back-end features, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure secure, scalable, and user-friendly digital solutions that align with organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain web applications, LMS and other tools using modern front-end and back-end technologies
- Collaborate with designers, product owners, and project teams to define requirements and deliver features
- Integrate APIs, databases, and external services for seamless functionality
- Optimize application performance, security, and responsiveness
- Troubleshoot, test, and improve existing systems and codebase
- Provide training to users, staffs and others or prepare training courses and materials.
- Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS), such as WordPress, is an advantage.
- Other assigned task or project needs
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer (portfolio or sample work required)
- Strong proficiency in front-end technologies such as JavaScript, React, Angular, or Vue.js or others
- Experience with back-end frameworks such as Node.js, Django, Laravel, or similar
- Proficiency in database technologies (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or equivalent)
- Familiarity with Git, cloud environments, and DevOps tools is a plus
- Ability to work independently and deliver results within set timelines
- Fluent in Afaan Oromo and proficient in Amharic; English and other language is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Applicants may submit through one of the following:
📧 Email your updated resume/CV to: jobs@duressa.org
📲 For questions contact us via telegram: @mdi2026
🌐 Online Application: https://forms.gle/SuJfY9iu2bmWK3rs8
📌 Application Deadline: May 17, 2026
⚠️ Note
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline once the right candidate is selected.