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eHealth
Africa designs and implements data-driven solutions and technologies to improve
health systems for and with local communities. eHA’s technology works in low
connectivity settings, and smartly uses data to drive decision-making by local
governments and partner agencies to get optimum results.

We
are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

Job
Title: Business Analyst
Location: Kano

Summary

The
Business Analyst is responsible for the requirements analysis and
documentation, specification, development cycle and execution of a variety
of software projects.
S/he
manages the sprint and release process and communicates all changes to
relevant stakeholders.

Duties
and Responsibilities

Discovers,
documents, and prioritizes client needs and requirements, translating them
to specific software requirements
Supports
Information Systems Manager in developing specifications, timelines and
budget
Manages
prioritization in close coordination with the programs and engineering
teams
Organizes
and facilitates project planning, daily stand-ups, reviews,
retrospectives, sprint and release planning, demos and other
project-related meetings
Tracks
tasks and milestones and reports on the project’s progress
Supports
Information Systems Manager in establishing software development processes
with the local development team
Acts
as an interface between program units, technology teams and support teams
in collaboration with a Senior Business Analyst
Documents
business and system processes using UML notation and Case tool like
Enterprise Architect
Ensures
that the recommended solution has a competitive edge
Understands
the technical designs as well as the specifications
Effectively
communicates with internal teams and external clients to deliver
functional requirements such as GUI, screen and interface designs
Provides
expertise to identify and translate system requirements into software
design documentation
Works
as a technical writer to ensure quality internal and external
client-oriented documentation
Provides
end-to-end solution and design details
Demos
product functionalities for customers and other stakeholders

Qualifications
and Experience

Bachelor’s
degree from college or university in Computer Science, Business Management,
Engineering, Information Systems Technology or related field
Minimum
of 2 years hands-on product or project management experience with software
products and solutions
Desirables:
UML, SCRUM, MICROSOFT Technologies
Demonstrated
experience to gather user requirements from a number of sources and build
product requirements. Ability to identify product improvements that
meet organizational and client needs
Understanding
of Agile/Scrum Framework
Excellent
written and verbal communications with a strong aptitude for succinctly
presenting thoughts and ideas to internal and external stakeholders
Organizational
skills and great attention to detail
Must
be able to work as a member of a team and possess good problem-solving skills
Must
have the ability to manage conflicts and resolve problems effectively
Action
oriented and resilient in a fast-paced environment
Fluent
in English

Job
Title: Chief Accountant
Location: Kano

Purpose
of the Position

The
Chief Accountant performs daily accounting activities as well as
additional analytical responsibilities that may include support of the
management team in a variety of operational decisions that have a
financial impact.
S/he
conducts a timely and accurate close of ledgers and facilitates the
preparation of the organization financial statements.
S/he
engages in financial analysis in such areas as cost reduction analysis and
reviewing operational performance. The Chief Accountant will report to the
Snr. Manager, Global Controller.

What
You’ll Do
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

Manages
the organization’s on-site daily accounting records.
Validates
accounting entries to the general ledger and bank reconciliation and
creates recurring journal entries.
Ensures
all accounting entries are accurate and supported by appropriate
documentation.
Prepares
monthly account reconciliations in support of the financial statements.
Assists
with the preparation and administration of the financial audit and
preparation of tax return work papers.
Ensures
timely close of monthly ledgers and company books.
Engages
in ongoing cost reduction analyses in all areas of the organization.
Interprets
the company’s financial results to management and recommends improvement
activities.
Performs
any other duties assigned by Management.
May
frequently travel between company worksites.
Presents
a professional demeanor at all times. Approaches others in a tactful
manner.
Reacts
well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration
regardless of their status or position.
Accepts
responsibility for own actions. Follows through on commitments.
Is
consistently at work and on time.
Participates
in and promotes a positive, supportive, cooperative team environment.
Attends
and participates in staff meetings, training classes and supervision.
Adheres
to Policies and Procedures.
Adheres
to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical standards of the
field.

Requirements
Who you are

Bachelor’s
degree from college or university in Finance and Accounting or any other
related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
5-8
years professional accounting/finance experience preferably with a
non-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO), or an equivalent
combination of education and experience.
Knowledge
of and experience with financial systems software.
A
proven track record of achievement in the areas of finance and accounting
as well as a mastery of spreadsheets.
Must
understand accounts payable, receivables and be able to work effectively
and efficiently in the organization’s accounting system.
Must
understand accounting terminology and have worked with budgets, forecasts
and variance reporting.
Good
knowledge of financial management and accounting and budget holding
principles. Excellent communication skills and an ability to work
independently and comfortable coordinating multi-country staff.
Organizational
skills and great attention to detail. Must be able to work as a leader and
member of a team and possess good problem solving skills.
Ability
to work under pressure, meet deadlines, multi-task and work independently.
Must
have the ability to manage conflicts and resolve problems effectively.
Good
learning ability. Action oriented and resilient in a fast-paced
environment

Job
Title: Registered Nurse
Location: Kano

Purpose
of the Position

The
Registered Nurse provides direct and indirect care for assigned patients
in various nursing units and home visits per scheduled shift.
The
Registered Nurse is primarily responsible for professional performance and
safe patient care.
The
role encompasses nursing assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention,
evaluation, and coordination of care for patients across the healthcare
continuum involving families.
Duties
include but are not limited to, managing patients with various medical
cases.

What
you’ll do

To
perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:
Perform
patient assessment using appropriate, problem focused, and age-specific
assessment techniques.
Analyze
the assessment data, derive nursing interventions, set priorities
according to patients needs, formulate a plan of care, implement and
evaluate the outcome.
Document
all relevant data in the electronic medical record according to clinic
standards.
Treat
patients and families with care and respect while maintaining patient
privacy and confidentiality.
Involve
the patient, significant others, and health care providers in the plan of
care when appropriate.
Collaborate
with other disciplines through multidisciplinary meetings and care
conferences to facilitate patient care and operations.
Initiate
appropriate discharge plan.
Recognize
subtle cues to anticipate potential problems.
Demonstrate
required assessment and therapeutic skills.
Implement
and monitor infection control measures.
Apply
safety measures related to patient care.
Operate
all unit-required equipment safely.
Ensure
availability and maintenance of supplies and equipment needed for the unit
and patient care.
Accountable
for the use of patients’ and hospital’s resources.
Accountable
to the patient, the organization, the profession and self.
Perform
clerical duties when needed.
Provide
basic life support when needed.
Administer
medications, monitor desirable and undesirable effects and intervene
appropriately.
Ensure
that patients are provided with appropriate nutrition.
Manage
patients with infectious diseases when applicable.
Manage
pediatric patients with infectious diseases when applicable.
Travel
to patients’ homes to deliver care as required.
Strictly
follow clinical guidelines and standard operating procedures set by the
clinic management.

Patient
& Family Education/Support:

Provide
emotional support and measures to alleviate fear and anxiety.
Assess
patient and family readiness and identifying learning needs.
Lead/encourage
multidisciplinary approach for patient’s discharge.
Develop
and implement the teaching plan utilizing patient education manual.
Document
patient and family education.
Participate
in voluntary community health activities to promote, maintain and restore
health and prevent diseases.
Adheres
to Policies and Procedures.
Adheres
to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical standards of the
field.

Who
you are
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills
and/or ability required to successfully perform this job:

Bachelor’s
Degree of Nursing from an accredited nursing college, University
with High Distinction (Top 10% of graduating class).
Must
have current clinical experience in direct patient care and have worked a
minimum of 24 months in a 20+ bed hospital in the last 3 years.
Must
have at least 3 years of postgraduate nursing experience in an accredited
University Teaching, Federal Medical Centre or International hospital.
Hold
and maintain a current nursing license to practice in Nigeria..
Ability
to pass a written knowledge test and interview.
Knowledge
and skills to provide vaccination.
Knowledge
and skills to perform minor trauma care including suturing, plaster
casting, I&D, debridement etc.
Knowledge
and skills to stabilize trauma patients prior to transport to higher level
of care.
Proficient
in using a computer for patient care, documentation and communication.
Excellent
organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong
leadership skills that include the ability to build effective teams,
ability to motivate others, delegate, and make timely/quality decisions.
Proficiency
working within specialized software utilized in program.

Customer
Service Requirements:

Must
have excellent customer service skills and communication skills
Must
be able to plan and perform daily activities in an organized manner.
Must
be kind, compassionate, dedicated and patient.
Must
have the ability to handle different kinds of emotions as well as manage
on the job stress.
Must
be focused, very detailed and be creative in making decision.
Must
be physically and mentally stable to handle extended shifts as well
as mental pressure and traumatic events.
Must
be able to review, analyze and respond to different situation they
encounter daily.
Must
be able to think critically in adapting to change, judging situations and
taking appropriate decisions.

Job
Title: Warehouse Manager
Location: Rann, Borno

Job
Summary

The
Warehouse Manager oversees inventory and coordinate shipping procedures
along with ensuring that all company products are moved from the storage
area to the required destination in a safe and timely manner.
He
is also responsible for handling accounting and record keeping activities,
as well as manage the inventory system and keep abreast of the costs that
are involved in making purchases.Generally keeps, secure and distribute
asset of eHA as requested.

Essential
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. Others duties may be assigned:

Coordinates
the tracking and movement of goods and supplies. Keep accurate waybill
records.
Manage
stock using the internal warehouse and stock management procedures.
Performs
a variety of tasks related to the Asset Management function. Logs
all new asset in the asset register and ensures the appropriate coding and
labeling of assets. Updates asset register regularly with changes and new
acquisitions.
Ensure
that the electronic database/asset, inventory tracking database, and all
relevant documentation are updated on a monthly basis and provide signed
hard copies for the physical files.
Perform
various warehousing tasks and operations using dedicated software
applications and databases.
Provide
weekly warehouse report, Asset database and inventory tracking report to
the Operations Manager.
Accomplishes
warehouse human resource objectives by selecting, orienting, training,
assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees;
communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising job
contributions; timekeeping, recommending compensation actions; adhering to
policies and procedures.
Meets
warehouse operational standards by contributing warehouse information to
strategic plans and reviews; implementing production, productivity,
quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; identifying
warehouse system improvements.
Meets
warehouse financial standards by providing annual budget information;
monitoring expenditures; identifying variances; implementing corrective
actions.
Moves
inventory by scheduling materials to be moved to and from the warehouse;
coordinating inventory transfers with related departments.
Delivers
supplies and equipment to departments by receiving and transferring items.
Maintains
storage area by organizing floor space; adhering to storage design
principles; recommending improvements.
Maintains
inventory by conducting monthly physical counts; reconciling variances;
inputting data.
Accomplishes
warehouse and organization mission by completing related results as
needed.
Participates
in and promotes a positive, supportive, cooperative team environment.
Observes
safety and security procedures.
Must
always adhere to policies and procedures.
Will
adhere to eHealth Africa Code of Conduct as well as ethical standards of
the field.
Working
with partner organizations in meeting their item storage and withdrawal
needs.

Qualifications
and Experience

Bachelor’s
degree in Business Administration, Warehousing, Logistics, Procurement or
any other related field.
Minimum
of 5 years of related experience, with at least 2 years supporting fair
and open procurements including conducting cost/price analyses, preferred
vendor negotiations, and working within US government regulations.
Experience
working with US government-funded acquisition and assistance instruments
preferred.
2
years’ experience with an NGO at a supervisory level.
Exhibit
professionalism in the workplace at all times.
Accepts
responsibility for own actions.
Strong
leadership and communication skills with both internal team members and
external business stakeholders.
Follow
through on commitments.
Excellent
communication skills required including written, verbal and interpersonal.
You
must have a great understanding regarding health and safety for self,
others.

Core
Competence
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or
ability required for you to successfully perform this job:

Exhibit
professionalism in the workplace at all times.
Excellent
interpersonal communication skills, organizational skills and great
attention to detail.
Treat
others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or
position.
Taking
ownership of our work, doing what is needed without being asked, following
through.
Planning
ahead, managing time well, being on time, being cost conscious, thinking
of better ways to do things.
Being
helpful, respectful, and approachable and team oriented, building strong
working relationships and a positive work environment.
Disciplined
with outstanding organizational skills.
Exhibits
a great amount of flexibility in delivering your duties.
Ability
to work in distant locations under minimal supervision.
Exhibit
a high sense security consciousness and alertness at all times and working
effectively with security forces to ensure the safety of lives and
properties.