</> Available for work — Kyotera, Uganda

Hi, I'm Kato James
Kalemba

I build business systems and websites that people use every day — from a multi-centre ERP and school management platform to SACCO banking software — using PHP, Laravel and JavaScript, with a creative eye for design.

Kato James Kalemba
Software Developer
01. // whoami

About Me

I'm a software developer focused on business and management systems: I designed and built the Master Cares ERP (budgeting, procurement, inventory, assets and HR) and its school management module, a full SACCO core-banking system, and iFind, a verified-professionals marketplace for Uganda.

My skill set spans PHP, Laravel, JavaScript, Tailwind CSS, WordPress, HTML, CSS and graphic design. I'm proficient in crafting and customizing WordPress websites, implementing front-end designs, and managing backend functionality through PHP.

Collaborative, adaptable and adept at problem-solving, I stay updated with evolving trends to ensure the delivery of modern and innovative web applications. Beyond development, I work as an ICT teacher and run the WebDesignerUG content channel, sharing web design knowledge.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems (Second-Class Upper) from Muni University, along with a Certificate in Online Marketing covering SEO, social media and email marketing.

12+
Projects Delivered
3+
Years Experience
7
Certifications
∞
Always Learning
02. // toolkit

Skills & Tools

</> Development

JavaScriptHTMLCSS PHPLaravelTailwind CSS Alpine.jsMySQL / MariaDBPostgreSQLSQLLinuxjQuery & DataTablesChart.js / ApexCharts BootstrapWordPress GitHub / Git

◆ Design & Marketing

CanvaFotorGIMP FigmaOnline MarketingSEO

⚙ Productivity

Microsoft OfficeMendeleyDiscord

✦ Soft Skills

CommunicationTeamworkProblem-Solving AdaptabilityTime ManagementLeadership Critical ThinkingEmotional Intelligence Conflict ResolutionNetworking
03. // career

Work Experience

2023 — Present

IT Officer / Developer

Master Cares Ministries Uganda / Master Cares Christian High School — Kyotera
  • Designed, built and maintain the Master Cares ERP used across 12 budget centres (schools, churches, farms and departments) — budgeting, approvals, procurement, inventory, assets and HR
  • Built MCEMS, the school management module running Master Cares Christian High School (270+ learners, 30+ staff): marks, report cards, UNEB mark sheets, attendance and discipline
  • Developing and managing the school website
  • Setting up the computer lab for computer classes
  • Entering student and staff data into the school monitor system
  • Assisting in managing the school network
2022 — 2023

Web Developer

ICT Specialist — Arua
  • Built the structure, style and interactivity of web pages with HTML, CSS & JavaScript
  • Translated UI/UX design wireframes and mockups into working web interfaces
  • Built responsive websites that adapt seamlessly across screen sizes and devices
  • Ensured cross-browser compatibility (Chrome, Firefox, Safari) via testing & debugging
  • Used Git for version control and conducted thorough testing to fix bugs
Feb 2021 — Aug 2021

System Developer Intern

Muni University Business Incubation Center (BIC)
  • Developed a CGPA-calculating software using JavaScript
  • Supported the team in coding, testing, debugging and documenting software
  • Assisted in testing components, identifying bugs and providing improvement feedback
  • Helped create technical documentation, specifications and user manuals
  • Collaborated on discussions of system design, architecture and problem-solving
04. // build log

Projects Completed

// recent systems

📊Live · in production

Master Cares ERP — Budgeting & Finance

Master Cares Ministries Uganda

Organisation-wide ERP that consolidates budgets and finances for 12 budget centres — schools, churches, farmers' groups and the vocational centre.

  • Annual & monthly budgets, income/expense actuals, budget vs actual and variance analysis
  • Multi-level approval workflows, role-based permissions and full audit logs
  • Procurement (requisitions, RFQs, POs, supplier invoices), inventory, fixed assets and HR modules
  • Board reports and exports to Excel, CSV and PDF
PHPTailwind CSSjQueryDataTablesChart.js
🏫Live · in production

MCEMS — School ERP

Master Cares Christian High School

School management system built into the ERP, running day-to-day academics and administration for 270+ learners and 30+ staff.

  • Student registration and bulk import, parents, classes & streams
  • Subjects, A-Level combinations, timetables, schemes of work and lesson plans
  • Exam marks, report cards, UNEB mark sheets and subject analysis
  • Attendance registers, discipline, clubs, notice board and academic calendar
PHPJavaScriptApexCharts
🏦SACCO core banking

SACCO Management System

Savings & credit co-operative platform

Core-banking system for SACCOs covering the full member, savings and loan lifecycle with built-in accounting.

  • Members, savings products, fixed deposits, shares and dividends
  • Loan applications, guarantors, approvals, arrears tracking, portfolio aging and provisioning
  • Tellers/tills, end-of-day closing, interest accrual and double-entry accounting
  • Multi-branch, roles & permissions, Mobile Money, SMS alerts and regulatory reports
LaravelPHPTailwind CSSAlpine.jsChart.js
🔎Marketplace

iFind — Verified Professionals

Find & verify skilled professionals in Uganda

A platform where clients discover tradespeople, educators and creatives across Uganda and check the evidence before hiring.

  • Search by profession, specialisation, district, rating and availability
  • Professional profiles with credentials, portfolio and verification badges
  • Evidence-based Trust Score and verified reviews
  • Bilingual interface — English and Luganda
LaravelPHPTailwind CSSAlpine.jsVite

// more projects

05. // credentials

Certificates & Education

🤖
Introduction to Artificial IntelligenceGreat Learning
💬
ChatGPT for BeginnersGreat Learning
📱
Responsive Web DesignfreeCodeCamp
🐙
GitHub for BeginnersGreat Learning
📈
Introduction to Digital MarketingGreat Learning
🏅
Hack N Talk — ParticipationCertificate of participation
🚀
Entrepreneurship SkillsCertificate of participation
🎓

Bachelor of Information Systems

Muni University

Graduated with a Second-Class Upper division — a robust foundation in technology and business, with a focus on digital systems and marketing strategy.

Also: Certificate in Online Marketing — SEO, social media & email marketing.

06. // say hello

Let's build something
great together.

Have a project in mind, need a website, or want to collaborate? I'm always open to new opportunities. Reach out through any of the channels below.