🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ St. Mary’s Home of Charity – 4 Positions

ST MARY’S HOME OF CHARITY

3E Sesay Drive, Babadorie-Lumley

Freetown, Sierra Leone

Tel. +232 76 395489

Email: stmaryshomeofcharity@gmail.com

1. MARY’S HOME OF CHARITY (SMHC)

Project: “S.K.I.L.L.E.D – Strategic Knowledge and Inclusive Lifelong Learning in the Health Sector for Youth Employment and Development”
Project Code: AID 013244/04/2

EXTERNAL VACANCY NOTICE / JOB TENDER CALL

St. Mary’s Home of Charity (SMHC), in partnership with Doctors with Africa CUAMM, is implementing the project “S.K.I.L.L.E.D – Strategic Knowledge and Inclusive Lifelong Learning in the Health Sector for Youth Employment and Development (AID 013244/04/2)”.

As part of this initiative, SMHC invites qualified and experienced professionals/consultants to submit tenders/applications for the following external service positions:

(1) Trainers for Food Management and Care

Tasks:

• Deliver practical and theoretical training on Food Management and Care.
• Teach modules in food safety, hygiene, nutrition, and catering techniques.
• Develop lesson plans, training materials, and evaluation tools.
• Guide trainees in hands-on preparation, presentation, and service of food.
• Support learners in developing employable skills and entrepreneurship potential.

Requirements:

• Educational qualification above WASSCE.
• Previous professional experience in food management and care.
• Proven teaching or training experience in food management and care.
• Previous work experience with Saint Mary Home of Charity is an asset.
• Experience in curriculum development and skills training is an asset

(2) Trainers for Food Catering

Tasks:

• Conducting both theoretical and practical training sessions in Food Catering.
• Developing and delivering training modules on meal planning, food safety, nutrition, and catering service management.
• Guiding trainees in cooking, baking, menu preparation, and event catering techniques.
• Evaluating trainee performance and ensuring practical competency.
• Supporting the implementation of food production standards and hygiene practices.

Requirements:

• Educational qualification above WASSCE.
• Previous professional experience in food catering.
• Proven teaching or training experience in food catering.
• Previous work experience with Saint Mary Home of Charity is an asset.
• Experience in curriculum development and skills training is an asset.

(3) Nutritionist

• Provide specialized training on nutrition, diet planning, and healthy food preparation.
• Advise on nutritional components within vocational training.
• Develop training materials and support youth-focused nutrition awareness programs.

Requirements:

• Educational qualification above WASSC in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• Previous experience in nutrition education, public health nutrition, or food science.
• Strong background in applied nutrition within training or health projects.

(4) Expert for Job Guidance Service

• Offer job counselling and guidance services to trained youth.
• Assist in career planning, CV writing, and interview preparation.
• Deliver workshops on soft skills (communication, teamwork, time management, etc).
• Build linkages with the labour market and private sector for placement opportunities.

Requirements:

• Educational qualification above WASSCE in Education, Human Resources, Career Guidance, or related field.
• Previous experience in job counselling, career development, or employment services.
• Proven ability to connect youth with employment or internship opportunities.
• Experience in workshops development and life skills training is an asset.

Application / Tender Submission Guidelines

Interested individuals or consultancy firms are invited to submit:

1. Cover Letter expressing interest in the specific position/service.
2. Detailed CV or Company Profile, highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
3. At least two references from similar work.

Submission Details

• Deadline for Submission: 9th November 2025
• Submission Address: St. Mary’s Home of Charity (SMHC), 3E Sesay Drive, Babadorie, Lumley, Freetown.
• Electronic Submission (Optional): stmaryshomeofcharity@gmail.com
• Subject Line: “Tender Application – [Position/Service Applied For] – SKILLED Project”

Only shortlisted candidates/firms will be contacted.

Disclaimer

SMHC is an equal opportunity organization. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. Recruitment is based on merit and in line with SMHC’s commitment to transparency and accountability.