Associate Manager, Procurement and Asset Management at eHealth Systems Africa

Kano

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eHealth Africa is focused on improving healthcare by creating effective ways to implement reliable health information management systems. We have developed eHealth and mHealth solutions that can be rapidly deployed to manage patient information, streamline clinical procedures, and provide data and analysis on health program outcomes. Accurate health data will provide NGO’s, hospitals, and donor agencies with access to timely health system indicators needed to evaluate their health interventions and respond to critical public health needs. We bring about positive change by harnessing the potential of technology, valuing the power and knowledge of local people, and maintaining a sharp focus on the health worker.

We are recruiting:

Position: Associate Manager, Procurement and Asset Management.

Location: Kano

Purpose of the Position

  • The Procurement Unit at eHealth Africa ensures the efficient, transparent, and compliant acquisition of goods and services essential for program success.
  • Through standardized processes and market intelligence, the unit supports project teams by facilitating timely procurement aligned with donor guidelines and organizational policy.
  • The Associate Manager, Procurement supports the planning and execution of procurement activities across eHA, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor standards.
  • The role enables timely access to goods and services by managing procurement workflows, supplier relations, and contract performance.

Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

  • Analyzes procurement requests and technical specifications to identify key risks and opportunities in vendor sourcing, ensuring alignment with eHA policies and donor expectations.
  • Prepares tender documentation, bid evaluations, and sourcing strategies to support timely and compliant procurement. Oversees bid processes and contract award mechanisms, ensuring clarity in procurement documentation and justifications.
  • Engages with project and requisitioning teams to clarify procurement needs, advise on procedures, and align sourcing plans with operational requirements. Provides timely updates and guidance throughout the procurement lifecycle.
  • Liaises with vendors to negotiate terms, clarify deliverables, and ensure mutual understanding of contract conditions. Maintains market intelligence and fosters supplier partnerships to improve value and responsiveness.
  • Manages procurement pipelines using the ERP system, ensuring timely processing of requests, delivery tracking, and reporting. Prepares reconciliation reports and supports procurement audits and monitoring reviews.
  • Ensures quality control in documentation, bid evaluations, and contract administration. Advises on modifications, extensions, and vendor performance, validating that procurement outcomes meet programmatic needs.
  • Administers contract performance and resolves delivery, invoice, or warranty discrepancies.
  • Ensures compliance with donor-specific procurement requirements, particularly for institutional and large-scale donors.

Qualifications And Experience

  • Education: BSc in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Certifications: Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) required.
  • Experience: Minimum of 6 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in an NGO or donor-funded environment.

Application closing date: Not Specified

How To Apply

Application Instructions:

  • All interested and eligible candidates are required to complete the application form and upload the required documents as part of their submission. Failure to attach any of the required documents will result in your application not being processed.

Required Documents:

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae & Cover letter (to be uploaded in the “Upload Your Resume” field)
  • The following documents must be combined into a single PDF file and uploaded in the “Add Additional Documents” field:
  • Academic and/or professional certificates
  • NYSC Certificate of Completion or Exemption
  • Any valid means of identification (e.g. National ID Card, Voter’s Card, Driver’s License, or International Passport)

Note

  • Submitting applications for more than one department will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Candidates who have graduated before 2021 are NOT eligible to apply
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment.
  • Please note that consideration for employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and reference checks that may include criminal record checks.
  • For Support/Inquiry, email us at: [email protected]

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