Steward, Borno EOC

Who we are

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 five programmatic areas:

• Health Delivery Systems
• Public Health Emergency Management Systems
• Disease Surveillance Systems
• Laboratory & Diagnostic Systems
• Nutrition & Food Security Systems

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 the types of tools that can enable them to lead healthier lives.

Purpose of the position

The Steward is responsible for all aspects of cleaning services of all eHealth Africa facility areas. The Steward works with the office Facility Supervisor to inventory and stock all service items, linens, toiletries and other supplies necessary. S/he works together as a team to accomplish the task of maintaining a clean, efficient and enjoyable workplace.

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:

• Execute daily maintenance of eHA facility areas cleaning procedures such as vacuuming/shampooing carpets, dusting furniture, window washing, sweeping and mopping of room floors, restrooms sanitizing/cleaning and trash removal.
• Performs various cleaning activities of assigned areas – Rooms, lobbies and public areas and ensures assigned areas are kept clean and orderly.
• Maintains supplies and cleaning agents such as detergents, window cleaners, spot removers, deodorizers and all other agents and supplies.
• General wipe down of all surfaces and handles, handling outside cleaning needs such as sweeping off walkways, spraying down the side of the building, cleaning signs.
• Follows schedules, work assignments as determined by the supervisor.
• Participates in meetings and discussions related to cleanliness.
• Ensures hygiene, health and safety standards are met at all times.
• Responsible for performing any other duties as assigned by management.
• 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 their own actions.  Follow through on commitments.
• 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.

Who you are

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

• Minimum of W.A.E.C. and 3 years of experience working in a professional area.
• Excellent communication skills required including written, verbal and interpersonal.
• English is the spoken and written language.
• Demonstrated ability to understand general responsibilities towards the health and safety in the work environment of all staff and other stewards.
• Demonstrates the willingness to take ownership of problems to ensure resolution .
• Ability to effectively plan, Prioritize and schedule important work or related activities.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and the public
• English is the spoken and written language.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. eHA is a tobacco-free environment.

Above all

We believe strongly in our mission and 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.

Qualified females are strongly encouraged to apply.