Associate Manager, Procurement at eHealth Africa (eHA)

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 uses data to drive decision-making by local governments and partner agencies to get optimum results.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Associate Manager, Procurement

Location: Kano
Employment type: Full Time
Department: Procurement and Asset Management

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.

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:

• 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 6 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in an NGO or donor-funded environment.

Who you are:

• Strong understanding of procurement regulations, contract management, and sourcing techniques
• Ability to lead cross-functional coordination and supplier negotiation
• Sound judgment in evaluating procurement risks and ensuring compliance
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement across functions

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online