Associate Manager, Procurement

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 leverage our staff and department expertise across four programmatic areas: 

• Public Health Emergency Management


• Disease Prevention and Monitoring


• Laboratory Systems & Diagnostics


• Climate Adaptation in Health, Food Security  & Nutrition

In each of these programmatic areas, we partner with governments, communities, nonprofits, and other stakeholders to generate holistic solutions because we believe that every community deserves access to tools that can enable them to lead healthier lives.

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.

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

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.
  

eHA Gender Diversity Statement

At eHealth Africa, diversity is integral to who we are. We value and honor diverse backgrounds and experiences, strive to create inclusive and equitable working environments that promote Learning, Fairness and Opportunities for all.

Above all

We believe strongly in our mission and our core values, and our teams are most successful when they do also.

IMPACT & QUALITY: 

We push ourselves to maintain high standards, ensuring that we produce the most meaningful results in everything we do, no matter how big or small.

INNOVATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING:

We maintain a worldview driven by possibilities, not limitations. We take smart risks and foster an environment where creativity and innovation thrive.

INTEGRITY:

We are honest and truthful in our work. We always do what is right, even when it is not easy. We put our values into practice and hold each other accountable.

Other Details

• We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are especially keen to hear from women who are ready to make an impact. As such, qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.


• Please note that consideration for employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and reference checks that may include criminal record checks.


• Location - Kano