Project Assistants at eHealth Nigeria

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. To help close the gap in access to health care we have developed and share a depth of expertise in:

• eHealth and mHealth software and solutions
• Technology Infrastructure
• Training and capacity building for sustainable health systems
• Research and data analysis
• Project Management

eHealth Nigeria is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of:

Job Title: Project Assistant

Location: Kano, Nigeria
Department: Software Development

Job Summary

• The project Assistant is responsible for the overall coordination of deployments of the Mobile Data Gathering Tool “LoMIS” (Logistics Management Information System) to new user groups. This includes organizing testing, training and deployment follow-up to ensure high adoption rate and ongoing user satisfaction.
• Ensures timely communication and appropriate information is disseminated to the LoMIS team, vendors and partners/clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
• Conducts training on use of Logistics Management Information Systems (LoMIS) application in English and in Hausa.
• Conducts Health facilities visits to support LoMIS use.
• Creates detailed reports form database, google docs and notes on LoMIS rollout.
• Confirms product performance by designing, documenting and conducting quality assurance tests.
• Creates and Monitors bug report from tests.
• Conducts thorough testing of the application manually and with test user groups.
• Reports and tracks issues regarding the project or application.—
• Attends and participates in trainings and team meetings. Contributes to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Responsible for performing any other duty as assigned by Management.—
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by following procedures, rules and regulations
• Ensures compliance with laws and regulations.
• 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.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree from college or university with an emphasis in Project Management or any related field.
• Minimum of three years prior experience in related industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience in project coordination.
• Familiarity with software development process is desirable.
• Must possess high level data manipulation skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and deliver within tight timelines while being flexible in adapting to new roles.

Certifications and Licenses:

• PMP Certification desirable.

Computer Skills:

• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite, (including Excel).
• Proficiency working within specialized software is preferred.

Language Ability:

• English is the spoken and written language. Fluency in Hausa is required.
• Ability to read, analyse, proof and edit documents, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and the general public.

Math Ability:

• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to interpret data that is not well defined or documented and develop recommendations based on findings.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Application Closing Date
Not Stated.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Note: Submit the application form and a detailed statement explaining why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience meet the person specification.