PHP/WordPress Developer (Remote)

Afrikindness is seeking a highly skilled and experienced PHP/WordPress Developer to join our team on a volunteer basis.

Afrikindness is seeking a highly skilled and experienced PHP/WordPress Developer to join our team on a volunteer basis. This role is critical in developing, optimising, and maintaining our digital platforms, including websites and applications, to support our mission of promoting kindness. The ideal candidate is a seasoned developer with a deep understanding of PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, capable of delivering end-to-end web solutions. This remote position offers a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise to a cause that makes a real difference in the community while enhancing your own professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimise, and maintain our websites and applications using PHP, WordPress, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Modify WordPress themes and plugins to meet our specific functional and aesthetic needs.
• Convert prototype designs and mockups into fully functioning websites and applications.
• Ensure the reliability and performance of our digital platforms through effective database management, backend coding, and the implementation of email notification systems.
• Work independently on native PHP applications without relying on frameworks, although knowledge of Laravel and Vue.js is a significant plus.
• Utilise versioning tools like GIT for efficient team collaboration and source code management.
• Commit to a minimum of 3 hours weekly, contributing to the development and success of Afrikindness's digital initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience as a PHP developer with a strong portfolio showcasing completed projects.
• Expertise in WordPress development, including themes and plugins modification.
• Proficient in front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) and backend PHP development.
• Familiarity with database management and SQL (MySQL).
• Experience with version control tools (GIT).
• Ability to translate prototype designs and mockups into live websites and applications.
• Knowledge of Laravel and Vue.js is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work remotely.
• Passionate about contributing to charitable causes and willing to volunteer time to support Afrikindness's mission.

Your input will shape how we present ourselves to our service users, stakeholders, funders and the general public. With your help, we will be able to continue to our service to children, young people and families.

What You Will Gain

• The opportunity to apply your professional skills to support a meaningful cause.
• Experience working on projects that have a tangible impact on the community.
• The chance to enhance your portfolio with diverse and challenging projects.
• Flexible remote work that fits into your schedule.