Project Field Officer Vacancy at eHealth Africa

Life at eHealth Africa means not only working towards saving thousand lives, but also collaborating with dedicated professionals with a passion for innovative technology. We offer a series of programs that enable them to pursue a career that fulfills their potential. Our teams members health and well - being is our priority as well as rewarding them for their handwork.

The following vacancy is available at ehealth Africa:

Job Position: Project Field Officer

Department: Data Collection

Location: Kano

Job Summary

The Project Field Officer (PFO) completes specific functional tasks in the office and the field for assigned projects. Provides proactive support to other departmental/project staff. Delivers services with utmost professionalism and in a timely manner. The PFO may progressively work cross-functionally within eHealth Africa’s project teams to support the organisation’s strategic goals. The PFO consistently follows the “Super Seven” Team Member guidelines.

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.

Communicates effectively with eHA team members and partnering organisations to establish trust and promote eHA’s core values of ethics and integrity.

Provides professional and effective leadership and coordination of all activities in the field with partnering organisations. Overnight travel is necessary throughout Nigeria.

Prepares all equipment, devices and materials for project use and/or field activities and ensures all equipment and devices are fully charged and activated for daily use.

Works closely with partnering organisations, providing specific training, guidance and coaching, as needed, to ensure successful outcomes towards assigned goals.

Ensures judicious use of all assigned equipment and materials, including safe transport to and from the field.

Completes daily project and/or field reports by downloading and submitting data to the Project Coordinator.

Responsible for performing any other duty 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.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job.

Education/Experience

 High school diploma or equivalent with some college or technical school coursework.

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution is preferred.

Two years of job-related experience, preferably field work in a project management department, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.

Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and in a team.

Computer Skills

Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Proficiency working within specialized software utilized in program.

Language Ability

English is the spoken and written language. Fluency in Hausa is desirable.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and the general public.

Method of Application

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