🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) – 9 Positions

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Head of Programmes
2.) Mechanization and Irrigation Pillar Lead
3.) Head of M&E and Support
4.) Data Scientist
5.) Communication Resource Mobilization and Partnerships
6.) Climate Specialist
7.) Aggregation, Processing, and Marketing Pillar Lead
8.) Access to Finance Pillar Lead
9.) Seed and Inputs System Pillar Lead

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Head of Programmes

Job Title : Head of Programmes, Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19612

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Head of Programmes is a leadership position within the ATO. This role involves overseeing and coordinating the activities of the five pillar leads and ensuring that each pillar’s initiatives are effectively integrated and aligned with the overall strategic objectives of “Feed Salone” and with the Minister’s priorities.

Work Relationships

The Head of Programmes will report to the ATO Coordinator. He/She will work closely with other pillar leads, Ministry staff and other partners.

Objectives:

  •  Guide the successful delivery of the agriculture transformation agenda through effective coordination of the five pillars, supported by the ATO.
  •  Support the alignment of all pillar’s activities with the overarching goals of the agriculture transformation agenda to create a cohesive and integrated approach to agricultural development.
  •  Advise on collaboration and synergies between the different strategic pillars and external stakeholders to maximize the impact of the programme.

The Head of Programmes will perform the following tasks:

  •  Provide strategic coordination on AATI support to the Feed Salone strategic pillars, ensuring that proposed activities contribute effectively to the agriculture transformation agenda.
  •  Provide guidance and direction to ensure successful execution of AATI programme support.
  •  Assist in strategic planning processes, ensuring that programme activities are aligned with the strategy’s goals and objectives.
  •  Facilitate collaboration between different pillars leads and engage with key stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector partners, and international donors, to support programme objectives and activities.
  •  Propose allocation of resources across the pillars and ensuring efficient use of funds, personnel etc.
  •  Identify and propose solutions to issues that may arise within the ATO programme implementation.
  •  Adapt strategies and plans to ensure the success of the ATO support to the agriculture transformation agenda.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Agriculture, Business Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Management or related field is required.

Experience:

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  •  Minimum of 5 years’ experience progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly in the formulation of technical guidance and input to development programmes.
  •  Strong experience in leading, structuring and managing national and collaborative programmes/projects in agriculture sectors.
  •  Ample experience of working in/with/ various international/regional organizations and national institutions.
  •  Strong understanding of public and development sector issues and organizational culture, and ability to effectively liaise with senior and mid-level leadership in government organizations.
  •  Hands on experience on Delivery Mechanisms in public institutions highly desirable

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills:

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Good team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service
  •  Extensive experience in programme management, strategic planning, and leadership within the agricultural sector or related fields.
  •  Strong ability to coordinate multiple programme areas and teams.
  •  Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  •  Strong delivery and programmes experience

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

2.) Mechanization and Irrigation Pillar Lead

Job Title : Mechanization and Irrigation Pillar Lead–Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19613

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Mechanization and Irrigation Pillar Lead ( Pillar 1), within the ATO is tasked with advising and supporting the expansion of mechanized farming services and robust irrigation systems to improve water management and expand cultivable areas, in line the with the Sierra Leone agriculture transformation agenda.

Work Relationships

The Mechanization and Irrigation Pillar Lead will report to the Head of Programmes. He/She will work closely with other Pillar Leads, Ministry staff and other partners.

Objectives:

  •  Contribute to the efficiency and productivity of agricultural operations through mechanization and improved irrigation systems, with a special focus on rice.
  •  Support the expansion of cultivation areas, particularly for staple crops such as rice, through effective mechanization and irrigation to increase production and yield.
  •  Support the development of large-scale irrigation strategies that optimize water usage and enhance resilience to climate variability, with a focus on rice.
  •  Promote sustainable agricultural practices through the adoption of efficient and environmentally friendly mechanization and irrigation technologies, in collaboration with the Climate Specialist.
  •  Decrease the reliance on rainfed agriculture by supporting the expansion of irrigation infrastructure, thus mitigating the risks associated with weather variabilities and climate change.

The Mechanization and Irrigation Pillar Lead will perform the following tasks:

  •  Support the development of a detailed mechanization plan, costed with timelines. Review the existing mechanized services (Machine Rings), including the use of tractors and other machinery, to enhance agricultural productivity, particularly in the key rice production clusters.
  •  Contribute to the development of strategies which supports the expansion and improvement of irrigation infrastructure across Sierra Leone. This includes supporting projects for centralized, large-scale irrigation systems such as the Inland Valley Swamp (IVS) cluster.
  •  Advise the Ministry staff in the management and the execution of mechanization and irrigation projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with technical specifications and environmental standards.
  •  Work with various stakeholders, including the Machine Rings representatives, government agencies, private sector partners, local communities, and international development organizations, to facilitate the successful implementation of mechanization and irrigation projects.
  •  Develop and execute training programs for local farmers and agricultural workers on the use and maintenance of mechanized equipment and irrigation systems. eHqU6Iv C0zk14
  •  Contribute to robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness of mechanization and irrigation interventions and make data-driven decisions for future improvements.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Water Resource Management or related field is required.

Experience:

  •  Minimum of 3 years’ experience of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly in the formulation of mechanization, water management and irrigation related matters geared towards enhancing technical development programmes.
  •  Previous experience in a similar role is required.
  •  Private sector experience is an asset.

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Good team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service
  •  Extensive experience in agricultural mechanization, irrigation systems, and project management.
  •  Proficiency in modern agricultural technologies and practices, especially in relation to the rice value chain.
  •  Strong delivery and programmes experience
  •  Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

3.) Head of M&E and Support

Job Title : Head of M&E and Support- Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19609

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Head of M&E and support is a leadership position within the ATO. This role involves coordinating and supervising the ATO support functions (administration, communication, resource mobilization, partnerships and M&E) and ensure the continuous improvement of AATI support to Sierra Leone’s agriculture transformation agenda.

Work Relationships

The Head of M&E and Support will report to the ATO Coordinator. He/She will collaborate with pillar leads, Ministry personnel, government staffs, external partners, and stakeholders.

Objectives:

  •  Support the successful monitoring and evaluation of the agriculture transformation agenda to ensure effectiveness and efficiency in achieving its objectives.
  •  Provide data-driven insights to inform the government strategic decisions and policy formulation within the agriculture transformation agenda.
  •  Support the evaluation of the long-term impact and sustainability of the agriculture transformation agenda initiative.
  •  Contribute to enhancing transparency and accountability in the implementation of the agriculture transformation agenda through rigorous M&E practices.
  •  Ensure the effectiveness of the ATO support functions.

The Head of M&E and Support will perform the following tasks:

  •  Provide expert advice on the development and management of a comprehensive M&E framework to track the progress, effectiveness, and impact across all pillars of the agriculture transformation agenda.
  •  Support the implementation of data analysis and collection systems related to programme activities, outputs, and outcomes.
  •  Provide regular reports on M&E findings to the Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) Coordinator, highlighting progress, challenges, and areas for improvement.
  •  Facilitate feedback loops to inform program adjustments and strategic planning.
  •  Support impact assessments to evaluate the long-term effects and sustainability of the agriculture transformation agenda initiatives.
  •  Work with pillar leads and other stakeholders to build capacity in M&E practices.
  •  Develop and refine M&E tools and methodologies to ensure they are effective, efficient, and appropriate for the Ministry context. eHqU3gv C0zk6F
  •  Ensure that AATI M&E activities contribute to the broader understanding of agricultural development in Sierra Leone.
  •  Foster a culture of learning within the Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) and across the Ministry, utilizing M&E findings to drive knowledge sharing.
  •  Coordinate all support functions of the ATO (administration, communication, resource mobilization, partnerships)

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Statistics, Economics, Social Sciences, Development Studies or related field is required.

Experience:

  •  Minimum of 5 years’ experience progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly in the formulation and design of M&E framework/systems, including, field surveys, data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  •  Experience in the utilization of Geographic Information System (GIS) for M&E is an asset.
  •  Strong background in research and impact.
  •  Experience in fundraising, strategic communications, and partnership building, preferably in the agricultural or development sector is an asset.

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills:

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Excellent team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service
  •  Extensive experience in monitoring and evaluation, particularly within the context of agricultural development or similar programs.
  •  Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting methodologies.
  •  Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

4.) Data Scientist

Job Title : Data Scientist – Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19608

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Data Scientist, within the ATO, is tasked with supporting better data collection systems and models inside the Ministry to enable data-driven decisions.

Work Relationships

The Data Scientist will report to the Head of M&E and Support. He/She will work closely with other pillar leads, Ministry staff and other partners, as required.

Objectives:

  •  Support the use of data analytics to provide evidence-based insights that inform the implementation of the agriculture transformation agenda and agricultural policy development.
  •  Support the use of data analysis to identify opportunities for increasing agricultural productivity, efficiency, and sustainability.
  •  Contribute to climate and environmental data analysis to support the development of climate-resilient agricultural practices and policies.
  •  Leverage data to improve market linkages, supply chain management, and forecasting for agricultural products.

The Data Scientist will perform the following tasks:

  •  Support the collection of agricultural data from various sources, including government databases, field surveys, and satellite imagery, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
  •  Analyze complex datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that can inform strategic decisions and policy recommendations within the agricultural sector.
  •  Contribute to the development of predictive models and data-driven tools to forecast agricultural trends, crop yields, and market demands.
  •  Provide decision support to the Ministry staff through data-driven insights and recommendations (assist in generating reports, visualizations, and dashboards that succinctly communicate complex data findings).
  •  Work closely with IT staff, Head of M&E and Data Analysts, agricultural experts, and policy specialists within the Ministry to integrate data analytics into the overall strategy. eHqU2NE C0zk14
  •  Collaborate with other partners to enhance data collection and analysis capabilities.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science or related field is required.

Experience:

  •  Minimum of 2 years’ experience of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly relevant in data management, monitoring and evaluation, etc.
  •  Previous experience in a similar role is an asset.

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills:

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Good team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service
  •  Extensive experience in data analysis, statistical modelling, and machine learning.
  •  Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL).
  •  Strong understanding of the agricultural sector, preferably with experience in agricultural data.
  •  Excellent analytical, communication, and collaborative skills.

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

5.) Communication Resource Mobilization and Partnerships

Job Title : Communication Resource Mobilization and Partnerships- Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19607

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Communication Resource Mobilization and Partnerships will provide expert advice for shaping public awareness, understanding, and achievements of the ATO. He/She will support the Ministry engagement with partners, contribute to strategic communications and partnerships building for the successful implementation of the agriculture transformation agenda.

Work Relationships

The Communication Resource Mobilization and Partnerships will report to the Head of M&E and Support. He/She will work closely with other pillar leads, Ministry staff and other partners, as required.

Objectives:

  •  Support resources mobilization efforts for the national agriculture transformation agenda.
  •  Contribute to the visibility of the agriculture transformation agenda and raise public awareness about its goals, progress, and impact.
  •  Advise on partnerships with key stakeholders to support and enhance the strategy’s impact.
  •  Support the Ministry in advocating for policy changes regarding the agricultural sector’s transformation in Sierra Leone.

The Communication Resource Mobilization and Partnerships will perform the following tasks:

  •  Support the development and execution of comprehensive a partnership, and fundraising strategy.
  •  Provide knowledge on the identification and establishment of strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, international development organizations, private sector entities, and community groups, to garner support and collaboration for the agriculture transformation agenda initiatives.
  •  Advise on awareness raising of the agriculture transformation agenda goals and objectives, at various forums, meetings, and conferences.
  •  Support monitoring and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness of fundraising strategies.
  •  Contribute to the development of a communications strategy to effectively disseminate the objectives, progress, and successes of the agriculture transformation agenda to various stakeholders, including the public and international partners.
  •  Promote a positive and favorable image of the ATO, eHqU0wN C0zk14
  •  Foster collaborative engagement with stakeholders, and the public at large.
  •  Develop visual and multimedia products based on ATO’s work and priorities.
  •  Contribute to the design of communication products including written, audio, photographic, film and other material as appropriate.
  •  Support the production of multimedia material.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Business Administration, Communications, International Relations or related field is required.

Experience:

  •  Minimum of 5 years’ experience in, Communications, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
  •  Extensive experience in fundraising, strategic communications, and partnership building, preferably in the agricultural or development sector
  •  Track record dealing with government bodies, development agencies, media, and the general public in a similar role.

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills:

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Good team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service.
  •  Strong networking, advocacy, and stakeholder management skills.
  •  Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

6.) Climate Specialist

Job Title : Climate Specialist – Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19606

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Lead of Pillar 5, within the ATO is task with supporting the development of climate-smart agriculture initiatives, assist in integrating agricultural technology (AgTech) to address climate challenges, as well as advising on the identification and management of climate finance opportunities. She/He will support the mainstreaming of climate change mitigation and adaptation considerations across ATO initiatives.

Work Relationships

The Climate Specialist will report to the Head of Programmes. He/She will work closely with other pillar leads, Ministry staff and other partners.

Objectives:

  •  Contribute to enhance climate resilience within the Sierra Leone’s agricultural sector to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
  •  Provide policy guidance for climate action by contributing to policy development that supports climate resilience and sustainability in agriculture in Sierra Leone.
  •  Advise on the delivery of sustainable and climate-smart agricultural techniques to enhance soil fertility, improve water retention, diversify crop production, and encourage the cultivation of climate-resistant crop varieties.

The Climate Specialist will perform the following tasks:

  •  Support the development and execution of climate-resilient agricultural practices in line with the agriculture transformation agenda, focusing on sustainable land management, water conservation, and the use of resilient crop varieties.
  •  Identify climate finance resources, including international funds, financial institutions, government agencies, NGOs, and international organizations to support climate-smart agriculture projects, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
  •  Provide expert support on leveraging agricultural technology (AgTech) tools to enhance farming efficiency and address challenges posed by climate change. This involves collaboration with the Ag Tech lead and the Ministry of Communication, Technology and Innovation in setting up the National Farmers Registry and developing the Agriculture Data Hub, among others.
  •  Advise extension services and support training of farmers in climate-resilient techniques. This may include informing the dissemination of key information to farmers through phone-based apps and other digital tools.
  •  In collaboration with relevant MDAs, including but not limited to Sierra Leone Agricultural Research Institute (SLARI), the National Seed Quality Control and Certification Agency (SLESCA) and Ministry of Environment and Climate Change and Presidential Initiative for Climate Change, Renewable Energy and Food Security, participate in agricultural research and innovation to develop new technologies and practices that are climate-resilient and can improve agricultural productivity and sustainability.
  •  Together with the MAFS Pillar 6 Lead (empowering women and youth), advise on empowering women and youth in the agricultural sector, ensuring their active participation and benefit from climate-smart agricultural initiatives.
  •  Work closely with various stakeholders, including relevant government entities, private sector, NGOs, and international partners, to implement and scale up climate-smart agriculture practices.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Climate Science, Environmental Science, Agriculture or related field is required.

Experience:

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  •  Minimum of 3 years’ experience of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly in the formulation of climate related matters geared towards enhancing technical development programmes.
  •  Practical experience in designing innovative environmental solutions in the agriculture sector.
  •  Practical experience in environmental strategy development and management

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills:

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Good team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty and desire to be of service
  •  Strong understanding of the Sierra Leonean agricultural landscape and climate-related challenges.
  •  Experience in climate-smart agriculture, policy development, and climate finance mechanisms.
  •  Strong understanding of international and national climate finance landscapes.
  •  Strong delivery and programmes experience
  •  Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

7.) Aggregation, Processing, and Marketing Pillar Lead

Job Title : Aggregation, Processing, and Marketing Pillar Lead- Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19605

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Aggregation, Processing and Marketing Pillar Lead (Pillar 3) within the ATO is task with enhancing key value chains by improving infrastructure, storage, and processing facilities to reduce post-harvest losses and to streamline the value chain processes for increased profitability, in line with the agriculture transformation agenda.

Work Relationships

The Aggregation, Processing and Marketing Pillar Lead will report to the Head of Programmes. He/She will work closely with other pillar leads, Ministry staff and other partners, as required.

Objectives:

  •  Contribute to lowering post-harvest losses through improved aggregation and processing techniques.
  •  Enhance the profitability of farming through value addition and better market access.
  •  Foster the growth of agribusinesses and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the agricultural sector.
  •  Support the development of robust, efficient, and sustainable market systems for agricultural products.

The Aggregation, Processing and Marketing Pillar Lead will perform the following tasks:

  •  Support the development and implementation of strategies to enhance the efficiency of agricultural product aggregation, reducing post-harvest losses and ensuring quality control.
  •  Develop recommendations to improve processing facilities and initiatives that add value to local agricultural produce, improving product quality and marketability for the key value chains.
  •  Advice on market linkages for agricultural products, both domestically and internationally, to enhance market access for farmers.
  •  Provide recommendations to create stronger linkages between smallholder farmers and the private sector.
  •  Collaborate with government bodies, private sector entities, farmers’ cooperatives, and international partners to support the development of robust aggregation, processing, and marketing channels. eHqUx4v C0zk6F
  •  Recommend and participate in training programmes for farmers and agribusinesses on best practices in post-harvest handling, processing, and market-oriented farming.
  •  Assist in the implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track the efficiency and effectiveness of the initiatives under this pillar.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Business Administration, Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics or related field is required.

Experiences:

  •  Minimum of 3 years’ experience of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly in the formulation processing and market related services geared towards technical development programmes.
  •  Previous experience in a similar role is required.
  •  Experience in marketing, and supply chain management.
  •  Experience in the private sector is an added advantage.

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills:

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Good team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty, and desire to be of service
  •  Strong delivery and programmes experience
  •  Strong project management, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

8.) Access to Finance Pillar Lead

Job Title : Access to Finance Pillar Lead, Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19604

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Access to Finance Pillar Lead, within the ATO is tasked with supporting and advising on access to finance for the agricultural sector, especially for women and youth, in close collaboration with the Ministry staff.

Work Relationships

The Access to Finance Pillar Lead will report to the Head of Programmes. He/She will work closely with other pillar leads, Ministry staff and other partners, as required.

Objectives:

  •  Contribute to enhancing the availability and accessibility of credit for agricultural stakeholders, especially marginalized groups like women and youth.
  •  Advise on risk mitigation tools to enhance the resilience of the agricultural sector.
  •  Foster sustainable and inclusive financial systems that support agricultural growth and development.

The Access to Finance Pillar Lead will perform the following tasks:

  •  Advise on the design and implementation of innovative financial instruments and solutions that cater to the agricultural sector’s specific needs.
  •  Support financial institutions to facilitate easier access to credit for farmers and agribusinesses.
  •  Recommend and assist in the development proposals for risk management tools and insurance products for the agricultural sector.
  •  Provide advice to banking and financial institutions, government bodies, and international organizations to support the mobilization of resources for agricultural financing. eHqUwpG C0zk6F
  •  Together with the Ministry staff, organize training and awareness programs for farmers and SMEs on financial literacy and the utilization of financial services.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in finance, economics, agricultural economics or related field is required.

Experiences

  •  Minimum of 3 years’ experience of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly in the formulation of financial products and services geared towards technical development programmes.
  •  Previous experience in a similar role is a required.

Languages

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Excellent Team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty, and desire to be of service
  •  Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
  •  Strong delivery and programmes experience
  •  Understanding of the Sierra Leonian context is an added advantage.

Important

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

9.) Seed and Inputs System Pillar Lead

Job Title : Seed and Inputs System Pillar Lead- Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) *Call for interest* – Short term opportunity for consultant

ID : 19614

Location : FREETOWN

Date of issue : 03/21/2024

Close Date : (Midnight, Rome Time) 04/07/2024

Organizational Unit : Front Office Programme Mgmt

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Temporary

Assignment Duration : Grade : C-1

Organizational Setting

This call for interest is advertised as a temporary assignment for consultant.

The Government of Sierra Leone has taken a significant stride in the realm of agricultural development with the introduction of “Feed Salone,” an ambitious agenda designed to elevate economic growth, generate employment opportunities, alleviate hunger, and enhance the resilience of the nation’s food system. At the core of this transformative initiative is the goal to attain self-sufficiency in key staples and amplify export earnings from cash crops.

To address long standing challenges that continue to inhibit the optimal performance of critical value chains across the agricultural sector, the Feed Salone’s strategic interventions will be implemented through the following six (6) pillars:

  •  Pillar 1: Mechanization and Irrigation
  •  Pillar 2: Seeds and Inputs System
  •  Pillar 3: Aggregation, Processing and Marketing
  •  Pillar 4: Access to Finance
  •  Pillar 5: Agricultural Technology (AgTech) and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA)
  •  Pillar 6: Empowering Women and Youth

In alignment with this visionary agenda, the government has forged a partnership with the African Agriculture Transformation Initiative (AATI). The AATI, co-founded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and McKinsey & Company, is committed to reinforcing national delivery mechanisms to support agricultural transformation policies and programmes in Sub-Saharan Africa. This collaborative effort translates into the establishment of an Agriculture Transformation Office (ATO) in Sierra Leone.

Within this framework, the ATO in Sierra Leone, a pivotal component of the AATI, will play a crucial role in advancing the implementation of the government’s agriculture transformation plan. The ATO’s mandate encompasses facilitating the transfer of knowledge and learning through daily interactions with government personnel, strengthening policy formulation, providing evidence-based decision-making advice, and contributing to resource mobilization efforts.

To ensure effective organizational structure and reporting lines, it is mandated that all staff within the ATO have their supervisors adhering to the established organizational chart.

As AATI seeks qualified candidates to advise the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security in delivering and implementing the “Feed Salone” agenda, this collaborative initiative holds promise for fostering sustainable agricultural growth, improving food security, and contributing to the overall socio-economic development of Sierra Leone.

Background Information

In collaboration with the government of Sierra Leone, the AATI is establishing an Agricultural Transformation Office which will work closely with the Ministry of Agriculture of Sierra Leone. Three primary outcomes will be achieved. Three primary outcomes will be achieved: (i) Transformation and Growth of Agriculture in Sierra Leone; (ii) Enhanced capacity of Government to implement the Agricultural Transformation Agenda (iii) Effective and efficient implementation of the Agricultural Transformation Agenda.

The above-mentioned outcomes will contribute to bridging the gap between agricultural strategies and actual implementation and therefore contribute to Sierra Leone overall economic development.

Job Role

The Seeds and Inputs System Pillar Lead (Pillar 2), within the ATO is task with advising on agricultural productivity, supporting the improvement of quality seeds and agricultural inputs in line the with the Sierra Leone agriculture transformation agenda.

Work Relationships

The Seeds and Inputs System Pillar Lead will report to the Head of Programmes. He/She will work closely with other pillar leads, Ministry staff and other partners, as required.

Objectives:

  •  Support crop yields development and quality enhancement.
  •  Contribute to seed and input supply chain, capable of responding to the needs of Sierra Leone’s agricultural sector.
  •  Encourage the cultivation of a wider range of crops by making diverse, improved seed varieties available to farmers.

The Seeds and Inputs System Pillar Lead will perform the following tasks:

  •  Support research, development, and the distribution of high-quality seeds for optimal yields in key value chains, ensuring the availability and accessibility of improved seeds to farmers.
  •  Support the development of strategies for efficient and transparent delivery of agricultural inputs, including fertilizers, leveraging technology platforms such as e-voucher systems.
  •  Advise on efficient and equitable access to essential agricultural inputs for all farmers, particularly smallholders.
  •  Promote sustainable farming practices through advocating for and facilitating the use of environmentally friendly inputs and sustainable farming techniques, in collaboration with the Climate Specialist and relevant research institutions.
  •  Collaborate with government agencies, private sector partners, research institutions such as Sierra Leone Agricultural Research Institute (SLARI) and the National Seed Quality Control and Certification Agency (SLESCA), and international organizations such as International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) to enhance the seed and input systems in the country.
  •  Provide advice and support partnerships to ensure a private sector-led approach in input delivery. eHqUvMF C0zk14
  •  Perform trainings and contribute to extension programmes for farmers and agro-dealers on the use and benefits of quality seeds and effective inputs, promoting best practices in their application.
  •  Support monitoring and evaluation systems to assess the effectiveness and impact of the seed and input interventions while ensuring continuous improvement and adaptation.

Qualification Requirements

Education:

Education includes Advanced university degree from an accredited institution listed on https://whed.net/home.php in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Crop Protection, Plant Breeding, plant science or related field is required.

Experience:

  •  Minimum of 3 years’ experience of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of specialization, particularly in the formulation of seeds breeding and input systems related activities geared towards enhancing technical development programmes.
  •  Previous experience in a similar role is a required.

Languages:

  •  Excellent command (written and verbal) of English is required.

Skills:

  •  Strong Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) skills and experience required.
  •  Excellent interpersonal skills
  •  Good team-player
  •  Ability to work methodically, accurately, and neatly.
  •  Ability to work under pressure and in fast paced organizational setup.
  •  Strong set of personal values, including integrity, honesty, and desire to be of service
  •  Extensive experience in seed systems and supply chain management.
  •  Strong understanding of the agricultural sector in Sierra Leone and the challenges faced by farmers in accessing quality seeds and inputs.
  •  Strong delivery and programmes experience
  •  Excellent leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Important:

This consultancy assignment does not carry any expectation of employment, extension, or conversion to another type of contract with IFAD.

The remuneration will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills as well as the nature of the assignment in terms of:

  •  Responsibilities and complexities of the assignment
  •  Number of years of work experience
  •  The degree of specialization required.

IFAD is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic, social or political background, colour, nationality, religion, age, gender, disability, marital status, family size or sexual orientation.

Please be aware of fraudulent job offers. IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Official communication from IFAD will always come from e-mails ending in @ifad.org.

This call is advertised as a short-term assignment for a consultant and expected to start shortly after selection. Should an external candidate (including consultants and staff members not meeting IFAD HR Implementing Procedures’ definition of ‘internal’) be selected, the contract type would be that of a consultant.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) – National REDD+ and MRV Specialist

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)Closing date: Monday, 4 December 2023

2303520

National REDD+ and MRV Specialist

Job Posting: 20/Nov/2023

Closure Date: 04/Dec/2023, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit : FRSIL – FAO Representation in Sierra Leone

Job Type: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition : NPP (National Project Personnel)

Grade Level : N/A

Primary Location: Sierra Leone-Freetown

Duration : 11 months (with possibility of extension subject to availability of funds)

Post Number : N/A

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device

  •  FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
  •  Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
  •  Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values
  •  FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
  •  All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
  •  All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

Organizational Setting

FAO Representation in Sierra Leone implements an integrated food security programme, focusing on diversification of livelihoods, managing natural resources and building resilience. The office employs diverse team of experts locally, but also attracts the available technical experts from the region and the Head Quarters (HQ). FAO works in close partnership with the Government of Sierra Leone, farmers and other stakeholders, supporting plans and policies that affect the food and nutrition security in the country; our work is part of the corporate commitment to support countries to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, especially SDG 2 on Zero Hunger.

Reporting Lines

At managerial level, S/he reports to the FAOR, Sierra Leone. On technical front, the REDD+&MRV Specialist must engage, coordinate and liaise with the Regional Project Coordinator, the International REDD+ and MRV Expert, the Forest/Environment/Climate (FEC) Projects Coordinator, AFAOR, Head of Programmes and the REDD+ Focal Person appointed by the Government.

Technical Focus

The National Project REDD+ and MRV Specialist should provide support on all RED+ implementation and MRV aspects of the project. S/he must coordinate, collaborate and lead on the setting up of the MRV Unit and in the establishment of the National REDD+ Coordination Committee (NRCC). In close collaboration with the International Expert, s/he will lead on REDD+ capacity enhancement of the NRCC and MRV Unit including the development and validation of the Terms of References and ensure the legal approval and endorsement of the NRCC and MRV Unit.

Tasks and responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the FAOR, the REDD+ and MRV Specialist will be responsible for all technical aspects of REDD+ and MRV implementation in the country. S/he must liaise, coordinate, consult and collaborate with other relevant institutions both private and public for the effective REDD+ implementation and monitoring. In close collaboration with the REDD+ Focal Person, the project will perform among others the following tasks and responsibilities: Lead on the REDD+ components implementation of the project;

  •  Conduct capacity gap assessment on REDD+ and MRV
  •  Establish, strengthen and ensure that the REDD+ governance structures is operationalized;
  •  Lead, guide and strengthen state and non-state networks for better engagement in REDD+ process in the country; With the direct involvement of the NDA and the REDD+ Focal Person
  •  Develop REDD+ Roadmap/ National REDD+ Strategy and Action Plan to guide the country approaches and readiness activities under the four pillars of REDD+
  •  Contribute to the development of REDD+ and MRV training materials and deliver the much needed trainings as may be required;
  •  Define institutional arrangement of the NRC Office and finalize the Terms of References (ToRs) and work plan
  •  Validate the ToR for the NRC Office during a national workshop – Activity 1.1.1.2;
  •  Strengthen the capacity of the NRCC and NRC Office – Activity 1.1.1.3
  •  Define the institutional arrangement and ToRs of the MRV Unit and its work plan – Activity 1.1.2.1Deliver trainings for the development of the MRV system that meets the requirements of the Warsaw Framework (including FREL/FRL, Technical Annex of Results and technical assessment/analysis processes) and the establishment of NFMS under the UNFCCC – Activity 1.1.2.2 taken into account the capacity development of a measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) system for REDD+ conducted in 2013 under the EU/GCCA Project for Sierra Leone;
  •  Deliver 2 trainings on NFMS tools for the NFMS in the country – Activity 1.1.2.3. These trainings will help participants to understand Satellite Land Monitoring System (SLMS) including work on historical time series analysis/ land cover change assessment & accuracy assessment using primarily FAO Digital Public Good solutions such as the open sources tools from the Open Foris suite (e.g. Collect Earth, SEPAL, LCML/LCCS-v3), acquiring, archiving, processing, and analyzing remote-sensing data required for the establishment of a SLMS for NFMS/MRV − Forest (carbon) Inventory (NFI) − GHG inventory for the LULUCF sectors − Emission Factors (EF) and Activity Data (AD) and compilation of other data for Forest Reference Level for the development of FREL and UNFCCC reporting;
  •  Conduct technical meeting to decide on the characteristics of FREL for MRV – Activity 1.1.2.4;
  •  Conduct a validation workshop on the characteristics of FREL – Activity 1.1.2.5;
  •  Perform other duties as may be required by the supervisor, the International Consultant and the Regional Project Coordinator

Project management and administration

  •  Provide technical advice to the government and other counterpart on REDD+ and MRV and other land monitoring systems;
  •  Develop project work plan
  •  Develop an effective monitoring and evaluation system for project deliverables
  •  Ensure proportional approach, cohesion and coordination between different components within the country
  •  Work with the PMU to address obstacles and challenges in REDD+ and MRV implementation
  •  Ensure the integration of cross-cutting issues, such as gender, communication and human rights, monitoring and evaluation.
  •  Ensure good coordination and collaboration with governments, beneficiaries, key stakeholders etc.
  •  Represent the project in national/international fora on REDD+ and climate adaptation/mitigation.

Policy advice and knowledge management

  •  Provide strategic policy advice to relevant Ministries, Department and Agencies and other partners on issues related to REDD+. d6LDMHr C0zkIc
  •  Lead and direct in knowledge management and capacity strengthening at national level

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

  •  Master’s degree in environmental sciences, climate change, or related field that is relevant for the assignment.
  •  At least 5-years’ experience in MRV system for LULUCF sector, GHG inventory for LULUCF sector, and national policy/ strategy designing
  •  Demonstrated knowledge of MRV system for LULUCF sector, and REDD+ process/requirements.
  •  Experience in organizing, facilitating and generating reports for workshops and interinstitutional dialogues.
  •  Working knowledge of English with good communications and writing skills.
  •  National of Sierra Leone.

FAO Core Competencies

  •  Results Focus
  •  Teamwork
  •  Communication
  •  Building Effective Relationships
  •  Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement`

Technical/ Functional Skills

  •  In depth understanding of concepts and actions on REDD+ and climate change.
  •  Ability to lead and coordinate the project teams in communication, stakeholder engagement and information sharing and management.
  •  Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize large amount of data into analytical and practical knowledge/ information.
  •  Extensive professional experience in coordination of multicounty projects/programmes.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  •  FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
  •  Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
  •  Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
  •  For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
  •  Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

HOW TO APPLY

  •  To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
  •  Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
  •  Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
  •  Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
  •  Incomplete applications will not be considered
  •  Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
  •  Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
  •  Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
  •  We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: https://fao.service-now.com/csp

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🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) – Forestry Officer

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)Closing date: Thursday, 16 November 2023

2303272

Forestry Officer (Technical Advisor)

Job Posting: 26/Oct/2023

Closure Date: 16/Nov/2023, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit : FAO Representation in Sierra Leone (FRSIL)

Job Type: Staff position

Type of Requisition : Professional Project

Grade Level : P-3

Primary Location: Sierra Leone-Freetown

Duration : Fixed-term: 1 year with possibility of extension

Post Number : 2009927

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments

  •  FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
  •  Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
  •  Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values
  •  FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
  •  All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
  •  All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
  •  FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

Organizational Setting The main objective of the FAO country offices, headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments in developing policies, programs, and projects aimed at achieving food security, reducing hunger and malnutrition, developing the agricultural, fisheries, and forestry sectors, and sustainably utilizing environmental and natural resources. The need for current forest resource data is increasingly important for the development of national forestry policies and management actions, as well as for a wide range of international reporting requirements. The Forestry Division (NFO) of FAO has been supporting countries in developing their national capacity to collect, analyse, and report forestry data for decades through various initiatives and projects. In this context, the Government of Sierra Leone has requested additional technical support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to strengthen and consolidate its National Forest Monitoring System (NFMS), including its first National Forest Inventory. As a result, FAO is seeking to recruit an International Chief Technical Advisor (CTA) to provide technical guidance to national and sub-national experts in carrying out all project activities. The post is located in FAO Representation in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Reporting Lines The Forestry Office (Technical Advisor) reports to the FAO Representative (FAOR) in Sierra Leone, with direct supervision and support of the Forestry Officer/Lead Technical Officer based in the National Forest Monitoring Team (NFOM) of the Forestry Division at FAO headquarters.

Technical Focus The Forestry Officer (Technical Advisor) reports to support technical oversight and capacity development related to all project activities, including the implementation and technical delivery of field projects related to national forest monitoring and forest management guidelines. The Forestry Officer responds to country requests for technical assistance, contributes to solutions, and provides technical backstopping to forest monitoring projects as requested.

Key Results Research, technical analysis and project related services to support the delivery of programme projects, products and services.

Key Functions

  •  Researches and analyses technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional, and technology related information, data and statistics and/or related policy issues to support the delivery of programme projects, products and services;
  •  Produces a variety of technical information, data, statistics and reports as well as input for technical documents and web pages;
  •  Provides technical support/analysis to various assessments, studies and initiatives and provides technical backstopping to field projects;
  •  Collaborates in the development of improved/updated tools, systems, processes and databases;
  •  Participates on multidisciplinary teams, and/or leads working groups/teams collaborates with other divisions and agencies on work groups and committees and promotes best practices;
  •  Collaborates in, provides technical backstopping to and ensures the quality/effectiveness of capacity development activities within Members such as policy support, organizational development and individual learning events including preparation of related information, learning materials, on-line tools;
  •  Promotes knowledge sharing and best practices at international meetings and conferences and influences partners in stakeholder consultations;
  •  Supports resource mobilization activities in accordance with the FAO Corporate Strategy.

Specific Functions

  •  Contributes to the technical implementation of all project activities in close collaboration with the National Project Coordinator (NPC), Government counterparts and technical partners and FAO technical experts such as Lead Technical Officer (LTO), international Remote Sensing (RS) experts, national RS consultants, and other Non-Staff Human Resources (NSHR);
  •  Contributes to capacity development activities related to project activities to strengthen Government autonomy in Forest Monitoring, Forest Management and Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV);
  •  Supports the implementation of the project technical activities, in close collaboration with the NPC and the International and FAO Remote-Sensing; Sustainable Management of Forest (SMF), Land Cover Classification System (LCCS), Carbon, Collect Earth Online (CEO)/ System for Earth Observation, Data Access, Processing and Analysis for Land Monitoring (SEPAL), Forest Reference Emission Level (FRELS)/ Forest Reference Level (FLR), National Forest Inventory (NFI) experts.
  •  Ensures technical quality assurance and quality control of the technical outputs of the project (National Forest Monitoring – NFM/MRV systems, NFI);
  •  Supports smooth project implementation through coordination of regular project task force meetings;
  •  Prepares detailed work plans for the project in collaboration with project staff and stakeholders and makes implementation arrangements for the field activities and trainings;
  •  Drafts Terms of Reference (ToR) for affiliate workforce and follow up on their recruitments and assignment in a timely manner;
  •  Provides ongoing support to the NPC in preparing work plans and reporting on project activities;
  •  Liaises weekly with the Project’s LTO and relevant FAO experts to inform on progress and obtain technical clearance on key technical work and outputs;
  •  Undertakes ad-hoc supervision missions in collaboration with the NPC;
  •  Monitors the work of short-term affiliate workforce and review their reports;
  •  Supports the NPC in organizing and conducting consultation of the project activities;
  •  Ensures that field teams provide monthly reports of progress and assists in resolving bottlenecks, in close collaboration with the NPC;
  •  Communicates regularly with FAO external technical partners;
  •  Prepares and submits regular periodic and other reports as deemed;
  •  Performs any other related tasks as and when requested.’ CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

  •  Advanced university degree in forestry, forest economics, forest engineering or another related field.
  •  Five years of relevant experience in forestry development, natural resources management, or other related field in developing countries.
  •  Working knowledge (proficient – level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate – level B) of another official FAO language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).

Competencies

  •  Results Focus
  •  Teamwork
  •  Communication
  •  Building Effective Relationships
  •  Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

  •  Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.
  •  Extent and relevance of experience and knowledge in forest assessment and monitoring issues.
  •  Extent and relevance of experience in land and forest resources tenure, participatory forestry, forest policy, forest assessment and monitoring.
  •  Depth of familiarity with assessment issues in forestry, and experience with MRV.
  •  Extent and relevance of experience in the analysis and formulation of policies for sustainability improvement in the forest sector.
  •  Ability to analyse complex forestry data and information.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency. GENERAL INFORMATION

  •  FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment
  •  Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
  •  Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salaries allowances/salary.htm Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:

  •  Dependency allowances
  •  Rental subsidy
  •  Education grant for children
  •  Home leave travel
  •  30 working days of annual leave per year
  •  Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
  •  International health insurance; optional life insurance
  •  Disability protection

FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes:

  •  elements of family-friendly policies
  •  flexible working arrangements
  •  standards of conduct

HOW TO APPLY

  •  To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications and language skills;
  •  Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile;
  •  Once your profile is completed, please apply and submit your application;
  •  Your application will be screened based on the information provided on your online profile;
  •  Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
  •  Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications;
  •  Incomplete applications will not be considered;
  •  Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
  •  Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered;
  •  Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
  •  We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help or have queries, please create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: https://fao.service-now.com/csp

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🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Action Against Hunger – Food Security and Livelihoods Head of Department

Food Security and Livelihoods Head of Department

(FSL HOD)

 (National Status)

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT US

International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in Sierra Leone in 1991 during the Civil War and since then has been operational by implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition in the country. Action Against Hunger Sierra Leone Coordination office is based in Freetown, overseeing the current operations in Bonthe and Moyamba.

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as Food Security and Livelihoods Head of Department (FSL HoD), to guarantee the quality, relevance and scaling of FSL strategy and interventions at the mission, in conformity with Action Against Hunger and international standards, and national policies.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Contribute to defining the country strategy as well as the sector strategy and positioning of the FSL technical department  in the country context. Specifically provide technical guidance to the country team on the ACF FSL positioning, sector development and alignment with national priorities. 
  • You will be responsible to ensure the understanding by the field teams of the situation regarding FSL and of the context of intervention, and its continuous, systematic and thorough monitoring
  • You will also be in charge of the analysis of the FSL situation
  • You are expected to champion the dissemination of information gathered and analyzed both internally and externally, including headquarters
  • Oversight of the production and the quality of the mission sectoral strategy document in line with ACF international and national frameworks is also your responsibility
  • You are expected to give contribution to the mission strategy and the ACFIN sectoral strategy
  • You will be taking account of DRM in FSL strategy and projects, including participation in drafting the plan to prepare for and respond to emergencies
  • Integrating the FSL sector with the other technical sectors (FSL, MHCP, Nutrition and Health) is your duty as well
  • You are also expected to monitor the implementation of the FSL mission strategy, its revision and its cost effectiveness
  • You will be contributing to the technical and operational advocacy strategies of the mission, the region and headquarters (in line with the advocacy objectives defined in the ACF reference documentation)
  • You will be also identifying the subjects for sectoral advocacy specific to the mission, in collaboration with the Country Director
  • Coordinate the identification of needs and the formulation of project proposals, by working with the program teams, partners, authorities and communities.  You will be responsible for project design (FSL component), in coordination with other sectors and departments, and sector development. 
  • It’s your duty to coordinate the identification of FSL needs
  • You’re expected to formulate, finance and implement the feasibility study of FSL projects (public health, technical, socio-economic, cultural and environmental aspects)
  • You will be involving the logistic and Finance departments in the definition/validation of FSL projects
  • You will also be contributing to the search for funding bodies for his/her sector and ensuring that there is an exchange of technical information with the funding bodies identified
  • You are expected to participate in visits by funding agencies whenever requested by the Country Director or the Field Coordinator
  • You are also responsible for producing the FSL sections of project proposals in accordance with the formats and deadlines of funding bodies
  • Oversee the technical implementation of programs/projects and ensure that quality reports are submitted timely. Specifically develop the technical capacity of the program team, provide technical oversight and monitor  the quality of implementation of the interventions.
  • You will be validating the key stages and the methodologies of the projects being undertaken (timetable, CAP survey (baseline/final) systematics, technical studies, call for tender, specifications, community approach, external evaluations…)
  • You will provide technical support (direct and at a distance) to the PMs, and implementing partners
  • You will also be ensuring that systems of monitoring and evaluation are in place and that their results are integrated to guarantee the improvement of the projects
  • You are expected to do timely validation of the FSL parts of internal reports and reports to funding agencies, as well as amendments to projects, with contributions by the teams
  • Guarantee the quality and cost-effectiveness of projects, work closely with the project managers, field coordinators, MEAL and support departments in overseeing quality delivery, project budgets reviews and adjustment to meet the desired outcomes. 
  • You will ensure technical conformity of programs with international rules, orientations and technical standards, and the ACF framework documents and technical works
  • You will boost the overall standard of implementation of projects in order to maximize their impact (cf CAD criteria of OECD)
  • You will also ensuring, by use of ACF specific monitoring (project  quality, field visits, external audit…), that norms (SPHERE and OMS), and national and international standards of technical quality are respected
  • You are expected to issue and follow up technical recommendations
  • You will be alerting the Country Director and the Technical Advisor at Headquarters to all major difficulties encountered in applying necessary recommendations and/or adaptations
  • You will also be alerting the Country Director and asking that precautionary measures be taken in the case of major risks to public health
  • You will be responsible for the promotion of external and internal evaluations of projects, in line with ACF evaluation policy
  • Promotion of transparency and ethical standards in the projects by highlighting complaints/grievance procedures, particularly in respect of the beneficiary population
  • Ensure the active participation of ACF in national sectoral coordination and technical forums and develop sectoral partnerships, by participating the different in country forums –Food security technical working group, INGOs sector coordination. 
  • You will be representing ACF in sectoral coordination at national and sub-national levels (sectoral and/or cluster) and with the technical authorities
  • You will be in interaction with regional sectoral coordination
  • You are expected to provide technical communications concerning the FSL projects in liaison with the Country Director/Field Coordinator)
  • You will be in charge to promote of sectoral partnerships (civil society, NGOs, authorities, private sector.. .) and the enhancement of their capacities
  • Team Management- when delegated to or have direct line reportees 
  • You are the functional management of FSL personnel
  • You will be responsible for the evaluation of the technical performance of all FSL teams (PMs and DPMs)
  • You are expected to develop FSL competences throughout the mission
  • Promote capitalization, technical development and research within the FSL Department, to ensure there is evidence generation and  lessons learnt dissemination. Ensure the research works meets the ACF standards. 
  • You will be in charge of the capitalization within the FSL sector at the level of the mission, consolidation and transmission to headquarters (technical developments, pilot projects, innovative or little documented approaches, operational approaches which may serve as a reference for the ACF network, successes and failures, contextual analyses etc)
  • You are responsible to supervise the task of capitalization undertaken by PM and the FSL Department
  • You are expected to share experience with actors in the FSL sector at country and regional levels
  • You will be maintaining continuity in respect of the FSL expertise and the history of the mission
  • You are expected to apply new approaches proposed by Headquarters or at mission level
  • You will be reporting to Headquarters on technical development and research requirements and on the implementation of projects (notably  in response to calls for internal ACF research projects)
  • You are expected to set up research projects
  • You will be responsible to explore the modalities of scientific and technical partnerships (laboratories, universities, private sector)
  • You are also expected to develop technical skills in line with the evolution of the sector
  • Gender Action
  • Contribute to the development of necessary gender methods and tools.
  • Demonstrate experience and/or personal commitment to promoting gender equality within the Action Against Hunger work environment.
  • Works with project teams to ensure access and participation of women, men, girls and boys at risk to Action Against Hunger’s response, recovery and rehabilitation work
  • Arrange for the preparation of special reports as needed, on particular gender issues.
  • Others
  • Timely Filling and submission of timesheets and checking and approving for staff s/he supervises.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master Degree in relevant field: Agronomy, Rural development OR BSC Degree with relevant years of experience.
  • At least 5-10 years of experience in the same field.
  • Previous experience in Humanitarian field, especially with INGOs will be an asset.
  • Humanitarian values
  • Knowledge in Agriculture, Food Security Nutrition and etc
  • Good Project and team management skills
  • Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet)
  • Pro-activity

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet)
  • Excellent written and verbal skills in English, with ability to draft quality reports
  • Strong results oriented and pro-active personnel, with the ability to take initiative and challenge existing issues.
  • Aptitude to work in remote environment when situation demands
  • Personal features : Human quality (calm, diplomacy, self-control, respect of values and cultural differences), Flexibility and pragmatism, rigor and team spirit
  • Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, reliability and solidity, discernment and initiative.
  • Common sense is however your key tool, along with empathy, listening skills and persuasiveness.
  • Attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness in execution of assigned responsibilities
  • Ability and willingness to take responsibility and decisions on behalf of the team.
  • Commitment to Action Against Hunger values

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: October 2023

MONTHLY BASIC SALARY: SLE19,852.53 to SLE21,440.73 based on profile

HOUSING AND TRANSPORT ALLOWANCE: 15% of basic salary each

DURATION OF CONTRACT: Initial 11 Months – with possible extensions  

LOCATION: Freetown, with frequent travels to Moyamba, Bonthe, and other field areas

HOW TO APPLY:

Send Motivation Letter, CV saved in your name – for example (Joe Blue CV) for your CV, and (Joe Blue Motivation Letter) for your motivation letter, with names of three (3) referees by EMAIL, under the Subject  “Food Security and Livelihoods HoD”  to

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline for the receipt of applications is Thursday 5th October 2023. 

Due to the urgency of this position, applications may be sorted on a rolling basis.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and oral interview.

Please state the position applied for on the subject line of your email.

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Brac Sierra Leone – 82 Openings

Brac Sierra Leone is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) AIM Technical Sector Specialist – Livestock (x2)
2.) AIM Technical Sector Specialists – Agriculture (x3)
3.) AIM Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (x3)
4.) AIM Technical Sector Specialists – Market Development (x4)
5.) AIM – Regional Manager (x3)
6.) AIM Programm Assistant (x11)
7.) AIM Technical Sector Specialists
8.) AIM Branch Manager (x11)
9.) AIM Programme Assistant (x44)

 

Career with BRAC Sierra Leone

BRAC is an award-winning international non-governmental development organisation, with the vision of a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. BRAC is a leader in developing and implementing cost-effective, evidence-based programmes to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world’s biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact, and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.

 

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. It started its first programme outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 and has since reached millions of people in 11 countries in Asia and Africa. BRAC has a holistic approach to development that uses a wide array of programmes and social enterprises, including in microfinance, education, health, agriculture, gender and human rights. BRAC believes that every person has inherent potential, and when an enabling environment is created and that potential is unleashed, even the poorest can become agents of positive change in their own lives, for their families and their communities.

 

About the Programme

 

In 2022, the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BRAC International (BI) announced an initiative that will create a positive and measurable impact for 1.2 million adolescent girls and young women and 9.5 million people across seven countries in East and West Africa, including Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda.

 

There is mounting urgency to support adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living in poverty, which has been further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches will be delivered in communities to foster the agency and voice of AGYW. They will have the opportunity to fulfill their aspirations, achieve sustainable livelihoods, and engage in advocacy issues.

 

BRAC International is implementing an integrated and holistic model to address the various life cycles of a young woman living in poverty, ensuring she is able to transition safely from adolescence to adulthood. She will be equipped with the appropriate skills, tools, and access to finance to effectively exercise her agency and build a fulfilling and productive livelihood.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) AIM Technical Sector Specialist – Livestock (x2)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone –AIM Regional Office.

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Technical Sector Specialist – Livestock
Location: AIM – Regional Office, Sierra Leone
Reporting to: AIM Regional Manager
Number of positions: 2

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide overall technical leadership and technical assistance to all branches under a region to achieve all livestock-related activities with quality. Supervise and follow up on all PA (Livelihood)s livestock-related activities to improve service delivery quality with staff capacity building. Develop training module and outline as per project plan. Facilitate different staff and participant level training and workshops and play a role as a key technical person. Check the MIS and other reports with financial reports to keep the project`s livestock-related activities on the right track. Help project management to set the AOP, budget, and other project-related documents. Maintain coordination with government and other service providers at county and other level.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

  • Develop all livestock-related training plans and modules as per project design.
  • Help to ensure achievement of all livestock-related programmatic targets with quality as per AOP.
  • Keep a close relationship with the operations part and provide feedback to improve project quality.
  • Facilitate staff capacity building training on livestock and participants level training.
  • Help project participants in their job placement and improve family-level income.
  • Follow up PA (livelihood)s activities with project participants to improve project quality.
  • Coordinate with government and other service providers in livestock-related issues and develop livestock status
  • Record all success stories for project documentation.
  • Help project management to set proper AOP for the project.
  • Attend all possible levels (Branch to country) of staff meetings.
  • Check MIS and financial reports and other reports for data validation and accuracy.
  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the project goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Computer literacy with internet browsing, Report writing, and skilled in staff capacity building.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduate or Postgraduate Degree in DVM/Animal husbandry/forestry or livestock related

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 2+ Years of working experience in providing technical support, especially on livestock-related activities, training facilitation with module development.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: (CONTRACTUAL)

 

SALARY: (NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE)

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office:2 Samuel Bannister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Waterloo II Branch Office – 73 Main Motor Road Town (Old Morabi Road) Waterloo
    4. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

Port Loko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please ensure you mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023 

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

2.) AIM Technical Sector Specialists – Agriculture (x3)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic, and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone – AIM Regional Office.

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Technical Sector Specialists – Agriculture
Location: AIM – Regional Office, Sierra Leone
Reporting to: AIM Regional Manager
Number of positions: 3

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide overall technical leadership and technical assistance to all branches under a region to achieve all agriculture-related activities with quality. Supervise and follow up on all PA (Livelihoods) livestock-related activities to improve service delivery quality with staff capacity building. Develop training module and outline as per project plan. Facilitate different staff and participant level training and workshops and play a role as a key technical person. Check the MIS and other reports with financial reports to keep the project`s agriculture-related activities on the right track. Help project management to set the AOP, budget, and other project-related documents. Maintain coordination with government and other service providers at county and other level.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

  • Develop all agriculture-related training plans and modules as per project design to ensure crop diversification.
  • Help to ensure the achievement of all agriculture-related programmatic targets with quality as per AOP.
  • Keep a close relationship with the operations part and provide feedback to improve project quality.
  • Facilitate staff capacity-building training on agriculture and participants level training.
  • Help project participants in their job placement and improve family-level income.
  • Follow up PA (Livelihood) activities with project participants to improve project quality.
  • Coordinate with government and other service providers in livestock-related issues and develop livestock status
  • Record all success stories for project documentation.
  • Help project management to set proper AOP for the project.
  • Attend all possible levels (Branch to country) of staff meetings.
  • Check MIS and financial reports and other reports for data validation and accuracy.
  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the project goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Computer literacy with internet browsing, Report writing, and skilled in staff capacity building.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduate/Postgraduate in Crop Production or any other Agricultural Science background subjects.

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 2+ Years of working experience in providing technical support, especially on related activities, training facilitation with module development.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: (CONTRACTUAL)

 

SALARY: (NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE)

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Waterloo II Branch Office – 73 Main Motor Road Town (Old Morabi Road) Waterloo
    4. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

PortLoko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please ensure you mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

 

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

3.) AIM Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (x3)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone Branch/Regional Office.

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Location: Branch/Regional Office, Sierra Leone
Reporting to: AIM Field operations Manager / Monitoring Manager
Level/Grade: TBD
Number of direct reports: None
Number of positions: 3

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Support in AIM Programme activities at regional level and as assigned by the supervisor

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

  • Ensure the programme quality monitoring against the benchmark indicators set in the M &E framework and prepare monitoring report
  • Ensures the authentication of quantity and quality of programme achievements via the MIS report and coordinating relevant staff; disseminates feedback and or reports to programme team.
  • Develop and strengthen monitoring, inspection, and evaluation procedures and processes
  • Use data and tracking systems (MIS) to assess, monitor, and report program performance and determine ongoing improvement needs.
  • Conduct data verification and compilation of the Management Information System (MIS) report.
  • Monitor programme activities, expenditures, and progress toward achieving the project output
  • Coordinate data integrity and management
  • Monitor and evaluate overall progress on the achievement of results and the sustainability of the projects results
  • Assist in coordination across the available components of the Programme to ensure
  • effective implementation of M&E/MIS tools.
  • Provide feedback to the Programme team on strategies and activities to improve the
  • efficiency and effectiveness of the project by identifying bottlenecks in completing project activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks
  • Assist the programme team in development of M&E tools and support them in their use.
  • Perform other duties as required

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

 

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Proven skills in monitoring and evaluation planning, fieldwork and completion of the
  • Assigned work and reporting on time
  • Strong knowledge of data collection and analysis tools such as preferably Microsoft

Kobocollect, ODK, surveycto, Excel, SPSS, or Stata.

  • Knowledge of data management
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Willingness and ability to work in the provinces.
  • Willingness to visit beneficiaries in remote areas during monitoring.
  • Extremely flexible and can cope with stressful situations.
  • Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organizational skills.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the Social Sciences

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 3 years’ experience in related field

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: (CONTRACTUAL)

 

SALARY: (NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE)

 

JOB LOCATION: BRAC Sierra Leone Branch/Regional Office

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

PortLoko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

 

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

4.) AIM Technical Sector Specialists – Market Development (x4)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic, and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone – AIM Regional Office.

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Technical Sector Specialists – Market Development
Location: AIM – Regional Office, Sierra Leone
Reporting to: AIM Regional Manager
Number of positions: 4

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide overall technical leadership and technical assistance to all branches under a region to achieve all market development-related activities with quality. Supervise and follow up on all PA (Livelihood) market development-related activities to improve market status with staff capacity building. Develop training module and outline as per project plan. Facilitate different staff and participant level training and workshops and play a role as a key technical person. Check the MIS and other reports with financial reports to keep the project`s market development-related activities on the right track. Help project management to set the AOP, budget, and other project-related documents. Maintain coordination with government and other stakeholders at county and other level.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

  • Develop all market development-related training plans and modules as per project design to ensure market development and value chain.
  • Help to establish improved market linkage with producers and sellers including proper market actors as per AOP.
  • Keep a close relationship with the operations part and provide feedback to improve market quality.
  • Facilitate staff capacity-building training on market development with staff, producers, and with market actors.
  • Follow up PA (Livestock)s activities with project participants to improve project quality.
  • Coordinate with government and other service providers in market development-related issues and to develop livestock status
  • Record all success stories for project documentation.
  • Help project management to set proper AOP for the project.
  • Attend all possible levels (Branch to country) of staff meetings.
  • Check MIS and financial reports and other reports for data validation and accuracy.
  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the project goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encourage others to do so.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Computer literacy with internet browsing
  • Report writing
  • Skilled in staff capacity building and with proper knowledge about market players

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduate or Postgraduate Degree in Business Administration / Sustainable Development (Sustainable Economic Development) or any related studies

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 2+ Years of working experience in providing technical support, especially on market development-related activities, and training facilitation with module development.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: (CONTRACTUAL)

 

SALARY: (NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE)

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office:  2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Waterloo II Branch Office – 73 Main Motor Road Town (Old Morabi Road) Waterloo
    4. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

Port Loko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please ensure you mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

 

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

5.) AIM – Regional Manager (x3)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic, and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone – AIM Regional Office.

Programme Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title AIM – Regional Manager
Location Sierra Leone – AIM Regional Office
Reporting to Field Operations Manager, AIM
Level/Grade TBD
Number of direct reports 5 branch managers; 4 TSSs; 1 Monitoring Officer (MO), indirect report: 30-50 (PAs)
Number of positions: 3

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Reporting to the FOM, the AIM-RM will provide leadership for overall program planning, budgeting, implementation, and monitoring activities at the regional level. With direction from FOM and the Programme Manager, AIM, the RM will ensure internal alignment and coordination at the regional level. The RM will be in charge of supervising Technical Sector Specialists (TSS) and Branch Managers’ activities, ensuring recruitment, onboarding, training, and management of Branch Managers and Program Assistants. The RM will play an instrumental role in guiding community outreach and regional-level advocacy initiatives, partnership management, and providing overall operational support.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Program Implementation Support:

  • Provide technical and managerial leadership to ensure timely program rollout and implementation at the regional level.
  • Coordinate closely with BMs to ensure timely implementation of monthly, quarterly, and yearly activity plans as work plans and budgets.
  • Monitor all program activities at the regional level and ensure adherence to the operations manual and maintenance of quality and safeguarding standards during program implementation.
  • Monitor and coordinate all region-level activities rolled out by BM, TSS, PA & MOs
  • Ensure internal monitoring within the program to assess the quality-of-service delivery, data collection, and integrity and documentation in branch offices.
  • Provide support to strengthen supervision framework to ensure quality programme delivery.
  • Manage and strengthen MIS, program/management data collection, and reporting.
  • Provide leadership to troubleshoot operational and management issues as they arise.
  • Identify, forge, mobilize, and manage partnerships with key partners and stakeholders at the regional level to ensure maximum visibility.
  • Ensure reporting as per donor reporting guidelines with close attention to financial reporting guidelines.
  • Conduct regular monitoring visits as required.
  • Support the AIM Programme Manager and FOM with updates and information, as required.

 

Support procurement and budget control:

  • Ensure procurement guidelines are followed for all procurement, reporting any concerns to the FOM.
  • Monitors spending rates periodically to avoid over/underspending.

 

Supervisory and Coordination Support:

  • Oversee hiring, onboarding, and training of regional and branch-level staff.
  • Develop a supervision framework for field staff and ensure staff delivers planned activities on time and within budget.
  • Coordinate closely with BMs to finalize annual work plans, staff structure, supervision, guidelines, and KPIs for TSS, PA, and MO
  • Organize and facilitate regional coordination meetings, training, workshops, and district-level events to ensure communication, planning, and internal alignment.
  • Schedule regular check-ins with FOM and other RMs to provide updates on program implementation and share challenges and innovations.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Understanding of BRAC values and mission.
  • Understanding of the AIM programme, its process, and objectives.
  • Ability to engage with communities and stakeholders.
  • Willingness to relocate to the stated workstation.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills
  • Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration and demonstrated ability to build relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of BRAC.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in social science/Anthropology/Business Management/ Development Studies and/or other related field.

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

  • 4-6 years’ experience in field management/direct implementation experience.
  • Prior experience in the international development sector, including familiarity with extremely poor and marginalized communities to implement integrated community development programs including microfinance, livelihood, agricultural and food security, and/or girl’s and women’s empowerment programs.
  • Experience in project management and coordination, including supervision and monitoring, administration, finance, and logistics.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: ATTRACTIVE

 

JOB LOCATION: BRAC Sierra Leone Branch/Regional Office

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

Port Loko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar. 

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

                                              

ONLY FEMALE APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

6.) AIM Programm Assistant (x11)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic, and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone – AIM Branch Office.

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Programm Assistant – Livelihood (PA-LH)
Location: AIM – Branch Office – Sierra Leone
Reporting to: AIM Branch Manager
Level/Grade: TBD
No. of persons supervised: 6-8 mentors
Number of positions: 11

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Reporting to the AIM Branch Manager (AIM-BM), the AIM Program Assistant – Livelihoods (PA-LH) will be responsible for the overall implementation of livelihood, value chain, and market development-related activities under a branch office. They will lead the participant selection process and the set-up of the club. PAs will also be in charge of the day-to-day management and supervision of the clubs and will supervise and follow up on all mentor activities. They will also be responsible for conducting mentor training, asset selection, purchase, and distribution. PA-LHs will also provide training, coaching, and job-placement support to participants.

 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

  • Lead the AIM program inception activities including community and participant selection, club selection and setup, mentor selection and onboarding, community mobilization, linkage services, and value chain mapping
  • Lead the implementation and supervision of activities in  assigned clubs as per program design, activity plan, and budget
  • Ensure achievement of club-level program targets as per implementation guidelines and report any operational/management issues to AIM-BM
  • Coordinate closely with the AIM-Technical Sector Specialists (TSS) to seek technical guidance and knowledge; provide support to AIM-TSS as needed
  • Guide and supervise mentor activities and develop their capacity by providing regular coaching, mentoring, and training
  • Organize livelihoods training for participants, manage assets and input transfer activities, provide enterprise development support, and coordinate all market development and facilitation activities in the community
  • Attend monthly coordination meetings organized at the branch level and provide updates on club activities, flagging any issues needing attention from the branch/area manager.
  • Support AIM-BM with all branch-level procurement and logistics and other tasks, as required
  • Ensure cash flow by submitting cash requisitions timely for smooth day-to-day operations
  • Organize and facilitate livelihood training for participants; provide support to connect program participants with broader linkage services and with employment/livelihood pathways
  • Follow up closely with participants to minimize attrition and prepare monthly attendance reports and bi-monthly drop-out reports
  • Prepare MIS and financial reports and other reports and ensure timely submission
  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the project goals of safeguarding implementation and act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encourage others to do the same.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Ability to spend extended periods of time in the field and travel within the country
  • Proficient in using mobile devices, and computers, particularly with Microsoft Office
  • Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration and demonstrated ability to build relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of BRAC

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 2 years post-secondary Diploma degree in relevant subjects

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 1-year experience in the international development sector, including experience working with marginalized communities to implement community development programs including microfinance, livelihood, agricultural and food security, and/or girl’s and women’s empowerment programs.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: (CONTRACTUAL)

 

SALARY: (NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE)

 

JOB LOCATION: BRAC Sierra Leone Branch Office

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and current and expected salary at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

Port Loko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

ONLY female candidates will be considered for this position.

7.) AIM Technical Sector Specialists

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic, and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone – AIM Regional Office.

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Technical Sector Specialists – Gender and Inclusion
Location: AIM – Regional Office, Sierra Leone
Reporting to: AIM Regional Manager
Number of positions: 1

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for providing overall technical leadership on social empowerment activities of the AIM Programme to ensure sound and effective implementation. S/he will uphold BRAC’s values and ensure programming and organizational principles.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

  • Oversee social empowerment activities of the AIM programme and provide technical support on gender and inclusion aspects
  • Prepare branch-wise Social Empowerment training calendar and help to ensure training, including staff training and ToT for Mentors and PAs
  • Provide overall technical leadership and help with Community Selection & Demarcation
  • Support Branch set-up and procurement, community mapping, and selection
  • Support club-space set up ensuring safeguarding criteria and reasonable accommodation and Club Group Formation and facilitating club-based curriculum delivery
  • Lead mapping of linkage services following standardized referral pathways (government/inter-agency) and provide orientation to staff, mentors, and Youth Development Committees
  • Prepare work plan both yearly & monthly to achieve the programmatic target
  • Support branch team to maintain strong linkage with local Government and other community authorities
  • Support GBV case management from collecting incident reports to providing guidance and support to the branch team and YDCs to resolve or establish referral linkage
  • Follow up & monitor the field-level activities on a regular basis and assist in proper implementation
  • Follow up YDCs activities by attending meetings and helping with capacity building
  • Conduct and monitor Family & Partners’ sessions
  • Write case stories or success stories and help the Knowledge Management team with programme documentation

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Proven ability to develop and manage institutional relationships
  • Knowledge:   Understanding of gender and inclusion, community empowerment, and local government issues
  • Computer proficiency: MS Office

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s degree in social science, Gender Studies, or relevant subjects from any recognized university

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least three (03) years of working experience in gender and inclusion, community mobilization, local government, and social safety net.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: (CONTRACTUAL)

 

SALARY: (NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE)

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.netOR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

Port Loko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please ensure you mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

 

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

8.) AIM Branch Manager (x11)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic, and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone – AIM Branch Office.

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Branch Manager
Location: AIM – Branch Office, Sierra Leone
Reporting to: AIM Regional Manager
Level/Grade: TBD
Number of direct reports: 5-7 PAs
Number of positions: 11

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Reporting to the AIM Regional Manager (AIM-RM), the AIM Branch Manager (AIM-BM) will provide overall leadership to program implementation activity at the branch level. This will include day-to-day management and implementation supervision, staff-capacity development, staff supervision and monitoring, stakeholder management, procurement, and ensuring internal team coordination. The BM will supervise up to 5-7 Program Assistants (both PAs recruited for livelihood and social empowerment) and Branch Account Officers (BAO) to ensure effective and timely program implementation and quality assurance. The AIM-BM will also be responsible for overall reporting (MIS, internal, and donor reporting) and for supporting other technical and operational activities at the branch level.

 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Technical and Implementation Support:

  • Provide supervisory support to all AIM-related program activities at the branch level, ensuring activity planning, roll-out, implementation, and tracking, in accordance with the operations manual
  • Lead team-set up, staff onboarding, training, and activity planning of AIM-PAs and BAOs
  • Oversee the selection and set-up of AIM clubs, participant selection, and supervise the operation of club activities with direct assistance from PAs
  • Provide technical guidance and direction to PAs to match participants to livelihood pathways.
  • Support PAs to mobilize Youth Savings and Loan Associations (YSLAs) and link participants to YSLAs
  • Ensure timely preparation and submission of MIS, financial, and donor reports
  • Finalize branch-wise procurement plans for the necessary asset and input support including numbers, item specifications, budget, and bidding.
  • Ensure all branch-level procurement in compliance with policy and budget allocations
  • Track and maintain sufficient cash flow for smooth day-to-day project activities

 

 Supervisory and Coordination Support:

  • Lead all branch-level activities and serve as the branches’ main focal point for internal and external stakeholders
  • Coordinate closely with AIM Technical Sector Specialists (AIM-TSS) to develop the capacity of PAs in livestock, agriculture, market development, and social inclusion
  • Facilitate monthly branch coordination meetings to ensure communication, planning, and internal alignment
  • Organize and facilitate all branch-level training and workshops as per program design

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration and demonstrated ability to build relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of BRAC.
  • Experience in project management and coordination, including supervision and monitoring, administration, finance, and logistics
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  •  Bachelor’s degree in social science /Anthropology /Sociology /Business Administration and /or other relevant fields

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

  • At least 3 year’s experience in the international development sector, including experience with extreme-poor and marginalized communities to implement integrated development programs including microfinance, livelihood, agricultural and food security, and/or girl’s and women’s empowerment programs.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: (CONTRACTUAL)

 

SALARY: (NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE)

 

JOB LOCATION: BRAC Sierra Leone Branch/Regional Office

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and current and expected salary at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

Port Loko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar. 

 

ONLY FEMALE APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

                                              

ONLY FEMALE APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

9.) AIM Programme Assistant (x44)

BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic, and self-motivated individuals to fill this position in Sierra Leone – AIM Branch Office.

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Programme Assistant (Social Empowerment)
Location: Sierra Leone Branch/Regional Office
Reporting to: AIM Branch Manager
Level/Grade: TBD
No. of persons supervised: 6-8 mentors
Number of positions: 44

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Reporting to the AIM Branch Manager (AIM-BM), the AIM Programme Assistant – Social Empowerment (PA-SE) will be responsible for the overall implementation of social empowerment-related components of the program including supporting social and economic empowerment training, building awareness about social and health-related issues such as GBV, safe birth, contraception, disaster preparedness, sustainable livelihood. The PA-SE will also plan and organize advocacy initiatives at the community level.

 

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • Lead the AIM program inception activities including community mobilization and participant selection, club selection and setup, mentor selection and onboarding, community mobilization, mapping and establishing social empowerment linkages for participants
  • Lead the implementation and supervision of social and economic empowerment activities in assigned clubs as per program design, activity plan, and budget
  • Organize and support Youth Development Committees in the target communities
  • Ensure achievement of club-level program targets as per Implementation Guideline and report any operational/management issues to BM
  • Coordinate closely with the Technical Sector Specialists (TSS) to seek technical guidance and knowledge; provide support to TSS as needed
  • Guide and supervise mentor activities under the social empowerment component and develop their capacity by providing regular coaching, mentoring, and training
  • Attend monthly coordination meetings organized at the branch level and provide updates on club activities, flagging any issues needing attention from the Branch/Regional manager.
  • Support BM with all branch-level procurement and logistics and other tasks, as required
  • Ensure cash flow by submitting cash requisitions timely for smooth day-to-day operations
  • Organize and facilitate social empowerment training for participants; provide support to connect program participants with broader linkage services
  • Follow up closely with participants to minimize attrition and prepare monthly attendance reports and bi-monthly drop-out reports
  • Prepare MIS and financial reports and other reports and ensure timely submission
  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the project goals of safeguarding implementation and act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encourage others to do the same.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation.
  • Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do the same.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Ability to spend extended periods of time in the field and travel within the country
  • Proficient in using mobile devices, and computers, particularly with Microsoft Office
  • Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration and demonstrated ability to build relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of BRAC

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 2 years post-secondary Diploma degree in relevant subjects

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

  • At least 1-year experience in the international development sector, including experience working with marginalized communities to implement community development programs including microfinance, livelihood, agricultural and food security, and /or girl’s and women’s empowerment programs

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: ATTRACTIVE

 

JOB LOCATION: Sierra Leone – AIM – Branch Office

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, and current expected salary at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Banister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

    1. Waterloo Regional and Branch Office – 91 Liverpool Street – Benguima Road, Waterloo
    2. Jui Branch Office – 39 Main Waterloo Highway – Jui Junction
    3. Lunsar Branch Office – 3 Munu Street – Makeni Highway Lunsar
  •  Calaba Town Branch office  – 385 Bai-Bureh Road Mamboreh Junction

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch and Regional Office – 85 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 1 Fambul Lane – Congo Town, Makeni
  3. Looking Town Branch Office – 3 Kargbo Lane, adjacent UNIMAK -Looking Town, Makeni

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Regional and Branch Office – 104 Old Railway Line – Bongo Market Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 98 Torwama Road, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 6 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Blama Road – Kenema – 18 Harding Street, Konikor – Kenema

 

Port Loko Address

  1. 10 Lunsar Road, PortLoko

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar. 

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th June 2023

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

Only Female Applicants Will be considered for this position.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Brac Sierra Leone – Multiple Openings

Brac is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone:

1.) Regional Accountant
2.) Agrifinance Credit Officers

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Regional Accountant

Career with BRAC Sierra Leone 

BRAC is an award-winning international non-governmental development organisation, with the vision of a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. BRAC is a leader in developing and implementing cost-effective, evidence-based programmes to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world’s biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.

 

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. It started its first programme outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 and has since reached millions of people in 11 countries in Asia and Africa. BRAC has a holistic approach to development that uses a wide array of programmes and social enterprises, including in microfinance, education, health, agriculture, gender and human rights. BRAC believes that every person has inherent potential, and when an enabling environment is created and that potential is unleashed, even the poorest can become agents of positive change in their own lives, for their families and their communities.

 

About the Programme

 

In 2022, the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BRAC International (BI) will be announcing an initiative that will create a positive and measurable impact for 1.2 million adolescent girls and young women and 9.5 million people across seven countries in East and West Africa, including Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda.

 

There is mounting urgency to support adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living in poverty, which has been further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches will be delivered in communities to foster the agency and voice of AGYW. They will have the opportunity to fulfill their aspirations, achieve sustainable livelihoods, and engage in advocacy issues.

 

BRAC Sierra Leone NGO has implemented an integrated and holistic model to address the various life cycles of a young woman living in poverty, ensuring she is able to transition safely from adolescence to adulthood. She will be equipped with the appropriate skills, tools, and access to finance to effectively exercise her agency and build a fulfilling and productive livelihood.

 

BRAC Sierra Leone NGO is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position in Sierra Leone NGO

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: AIM Regional Accountant
Location: Waterloo
Reporting to: Head Of Finance
Number of positions: 1

 

Purpose:

 

The purpose of this position: Responsible for all the accounting of the AIM financial operation in the regional office. The position holder is generally responsible for get keeper for BRAC finance internal control system, manage financial documents, manage accounts posting, report on the financial information at the regional level, and assist the AIM finance manager on demand basis for any additional information required.

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Facilitate cash payment requests and ensure the fund balance as per program need by weekly and monthly.
  • Analyze and code financial transactions
  • Prepare journal vouchers with complete entries and present for approval
  • Manage and oversee filing and documentations as completeness and timeliness
  • Post transactions into accounting online software on a daily basis
  • Perform monthly accounts reconciliation including (A/R, A/P, Bank, Cash, Prepayments, etc.)
  • Due consideration of double entries in cost accounting method
  • Check and collect bank statements, credit advice and debit advice on a weekly bases
  • Checks the sequence of the voucher system and scan all the vouchers along with the supporting and keep in the Google drive on daily basis. Keep ledger Up To Date and identify abnormal balances and take corrective reconciliation
  • At least 15 days travel for field visit from Area office to Branch Offices.
  • Ensure transaction descriptions are posted only according to the standardized form
  • Ensure end of the month all the noncash amounts should not keep in the project need to transfer to Control
  • Perform bank reconciliation on monthly basis and send to the AIM finance manager
  • Monitor the cash position of the regional office and request cash from the country office for wire transfer

 

Person Specifications:

  1. Computer proficiency on MS office;
  2. Skill in any accounting software
  3. Strong interpersonal/ communication skills;
  4. Proven experience in the double entry accounting system
  5. Well informed in current financial subjects, tax laws, money market and business environment

 

Safeguarding

 

  •  Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

 

  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

 

Educational Requirements:

  1. First Degree in Accounting and Finance, business administration / related field

 

Experience Requirements: 

  • At least 3 years working experience in MFI, Bank, NGO in financial sector;
  • Hands on experience with statistical analysis.

 

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net OR by hand at any of the following offices:

 

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Bannister Drive, Wilberforce

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

  1. Waterloo I Branch Office – 8 Leden Streets, Post Office, Waterloo
  2. Waterloo II Branch Office – 73 Main Motor Road Town (Old Morabi Road) Waterloo
  3. Waterloo III Branch Office – 20 Benguima Road,Tombo High Way, Waterloo
  4. Waterloo – Waterloo Post Office – BRAC Application Box

 

PLEASE MENTION THE NAME OF POSITION IN THE SUBJECT LINE

 

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

  • Application deadline: 11th May 2023

Women are strongly encouraged to apply

2.) Agrifinance Credit Officers

Position: AGRIFINANCE CREDIT OFFICERS

Are you a competent, dynamic and self-motivated individual? Apply to fill for the position of Credit Officer – Agrifinance in our growing nationwide network of branches as indicated below. We encourage applications from these locations. In this position, you will be reporting to the Branch Manager.

BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone (SL) Limited (BMSLL) launched in 2008 has grown to become the largest microfinance institution in the country. Our mission is to provide a range of financial services responsibly to people at the bottom of the pyramid. We particularly focus on women living in poverty in rural and hard-to-reach areas, to create self-employment opportunities, build financial resilience, and promote women’s entrepreneurial spirit by empowering them economically.

Our core products include a group-based microloan provided exclusively to women, and small enterprise loans for entrepreneurs seeking to expand their businesses. We also provide loans for jobholders with low to moderate income and agrifinance loan to support smallholder farmers to enable them scale-up their farming activities, leading to increased yields and higher income

In all our endeavors, we adhere to the Universal Standards for Social Performance Management and the Client Protection Principles, placing clients’ well-being at the center of everything we do to achieve our social mission.

JOB PURPOSE: The Agrifinance Credit Officer is responsible to survey for potential clients’, form the groups and admit eligible members. They are also responsible to evaluate, prepare and ensure 100% realization on loan disbursement and submit reports to Supervisor/Management as policy stipulates.

JOB SUMMARY: The Agrifinance Credit Officer with an agricultural background, who possesses the ability to market the product, mobilize, organize, conduct group meetings and be able to ensure timely submission of documents to the appropriate authorities.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • A Diploma / Bachelor degree in Social Sciences
  • Training in Agricultural Science or any other related discipline will be an added advantage.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Attached copy of Nation ID Card, Passport or Birth Certificate
  • Attached copy of Academic Certificate

 

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Strong motivation, interpersonal and organization skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Willingness and ability to travel around and spend time in the field.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time

 

JOB LOCATIONS:

 

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch Office – 42 Masuba Road, Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 42  Tecko Road, Makeni
  3. Magburaka Branch Office – 2 Jawara Drive, New London, Makeni Road, Magburaka
  4. Wara Wara Branch Office – 10 Immam Street, Bankolia Kabala, Koinadugu
  5. Looking Town Branch Office – 5 Jibrilla Street, Looking town,  Makeni
  6. Kono Area Office – 29 Hill station, Kainkordu Road, Koidu Town, Kono
  7. Koquima Branch Office – 61 A Masingbi Road, Lebanon Koidu Town, Kono
  8. Masingbi Branch Office – 1 Magburaka Road, Masingbi, Tonkolili
  9. Karene Branch Office – 53 Looking Town, Kamakwie City
  10. Matotoka Branch Office – Kono Highway, Matotoka

Freetown Region Addresses

  1. 1.    Aberdeen Branch Office – 63 Murray Town Road, FreeTown
  2.   Kroo Town Branch Office – Dungan Street, Off Campbell Street
  3.   Dwazack Branch Office – 3A George Brook. Dwazark
  4.   Wilberforce Branch Office – 37 Spur Road. Wilberforce
  1.  Goderich Branch Office – 24 Peninsula Road, Levuma Beach, Juba
  2.  Hill Station Branch Office – 8 Leicester Peak Road, Hill Station
  3.  Fullah Town Branch Office – 71 Kissy Road
  4.  Kissy Bye Pass Branch Office  – 24  Pyke Street, Kissy Bye Pass
  5. Tagrin Branch Office – 143 Ferry Road, Royema, Lungi
  6.  Grass Field Branch Office – 23 Old Railway Line, Brima Lane
  7.  Calaba Town Branch Office – 346 Bai Bureh Road Calaba Town
  8.  Jui Branch Office – 35 0ff Jui Road, Kossoh Town, Regent Highway

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Moriba Town Branch Office – 47 Fatmata Street, Sewa Road Section, Moriba Town, Bo
  2. Kandeh Town Branch Office – 36 Dr. Wusu Sannoh Street, Kandeh Town, Bo
  3. Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 25 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
  4. Pujehun Branch Office – Jah Street, New Site, Pujehun Town, Pujehun
  5. Mile 91 Branch Office – 17 Old Police Station Road, Mile-91, Tonkolili
  6. Moyamba Branch Office – 18 Maada Hagba Road, Moyamba Town, Moyamba
  7. Small Bo Branch Office – 72 First One Mile, Blama Boajibu Road
  8. Blama Road Branch Office – 18 Hotagua Street, Blama Road, Kenema
  9. Kailahun Branch Office – Tenneh Lodge, 80 Buedu Road, Gbomo Town, Kailahun
  10. Segbwema Branch Office- 40 Gbaiima Road, Taima, Segbwema, Kailahun
  11. Pendembu Branch Office – Kussia Laa, Mofindor Street, Pendembu, Kailahun
  12. Bo    –  P.O. Box No. 31 – Bo Postal Building, 2 Mattru Road, Bo
  13. Kailahun – P.O. Box No. 10 = Kailahun Postal Building, 11 Pendembu Road, Kailahun

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

  1. Waterloo I Branch Office – 8 Leden Streets, Post Office, Waterloo
  2. Waterloo II Branch Office – 73 Main Motor Road Town (Old Morabi Road), Waterloo
  3. Waterloo III Branch Office – 20 Benguima Road, Tombo High Way, Waterloo
  4. Tombo Branch Office – 42 Main Road Kissie, Tombo
  5. Port Loko Branch Office – 51 Barracks Road (Alama Bridge), Portloko
  6. Lunsar Branch Office – 13 Portloko Road, Lunsar
  7. Kambia Branch Office – 3 Barracks Road, Kambia-2
  8. Rokupr Branch Office – Back Of Bamoi, Rokupur Road, Konta
  9. Waterloo – Waterloo Post Office – BRAC Application Box

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Interested candidates need to send a letter of interest indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational grades, through email to   recruitment.sierraleone@brac.net, OR by hand to any of the addresses mentioned above.

Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted

 

Women are strongly encourage to apply

Application deadline: 15th May, 2023

BRAC Microfinance (SL) Limited is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and clients / beneficiaries to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Concern Worldwide – 3 Positions

Concern Worldwide is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Market Access and VSLA Team Leader
2.) Nutrition and Gender Team Leader
3.) Agriculture Team Leader

 

See job details and how to apply below.




 

1.) Market Access and VSLA Team Leader

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in four areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Western Area Urban and Wester Area Rural.

 

Job Title: Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader
Reports to: District Delivery Manager
Direct reports: Market Access and VSLA Officers
Liaises with:  All project team members and partners in district, but especially the Agriculture Team Leader and Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader; Other project teams in District. Relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC project in Port Loko.

Base Manager/Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; Freetown PQ&MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Coordinator.

Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
Job Location: Port Loko or Tonkolili Concern Offices (50% in the field in project sites)
Contract Details: Fixed Term: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose:

 

 The Market Access and VSLA Team leader will provide day-to-day supportive supervision of the Field Officers to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work.

Project specific

Coordinating closely with National partner oversee and ensure quality of activities and outcomes for the following ‘strong market systems that work for the poor (access)’ key outputs in your district:

Nutrition-sensitive value addition of marketable foods

Support in conducting market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive;

Based on market assessment promote food processing e.g. milling, drying, smoking, develop new food products (potentially in partnership with private sector) and identify other job opportunities e.g. transporting, packaging along the identified value chains;

Profitable marketing of foods and food products

Based on market assessment facilitate access of targeted households, inclusive of women and young people to relevant skills training working with existing providers where they exist including project private sector out grower scheme;

Based on market assessment facilitate access of targeted households, inclusive of women and young people, to business training preferably by working with existing providers where they exist;

Improved access to quality productive assets

Based on market assessment, work with private input suppliers on product selection, quality, diversity, affordability;

Support sustainable inclusive access to and understanding of market information  for farming households;

Give technical guidance and advice to national partner where needed to:

facilitating access to finance resources and financial literacy, this includes:

Ensure establishment and training and coaching of VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) groups/animators;

Test and pilot VSLA for young people.
Main duties &

Responsibilities:

 

 Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager

Programme Cycle Management:

Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of Yoti Yoti Project outcomes under ‘Access’ pillar. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonize approaches and promote sharing and learning;

Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team (which are harmonized with partner plans) based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary;

Prepare regular narrative reports on project activities and submit to District Delivery Manager.

Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget;

Ensure all aspects of project activities under their responsibility adhere to programme quality standards and policies (PM&E, accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner;

Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected;

Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools;

Support  the District Delivery Manager to organize and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment –  highlight areas of the adaptation of District context;

Participate in the market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive;

Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise;

Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers;

Ensure identification of and documentation of good practices (with PQ&MEAL unit);

Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdom, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming;

Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day to day project implementation;

Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to District Delivery Manager;

Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports;

People Management:

Line manage Concern Market access and VSLA Officers in your district, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract.

Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work.

Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures;

Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs;

Ensure that work within the team (s) is planned and organized in a way which will meet the organization’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently.

Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Field Officers.

Other responsibilities:

Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;

Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership;

Participate relevant meetings at District level;

Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.
Emergency response: Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
Person specification:

 

 

 Essential

·        University degree in Agriculture or development or other relevant social sciences

·        Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in project implementation in market access, engage private sectors (knowledge of VSLA added advantage)

·        Minimum 4 year working with INGOs

·        Field experience in community based projects working directly with communities, partners, private sector and government officials.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

·        Strong team leader – Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams of teams;

·        Experience of working with local partners;

·        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing

·        Good budget and financial management skills

·        Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently.

·        Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated

·        Ability to motivate and inspire others

·        Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning

·        Strong analytical skills

·        Excellent supervision skills

·        Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel)

·        Experience in working with district sector offices (such as welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, environment, nutrition, health…), local NGOs and INGOs and private sector

·        Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio;

·        Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).
Emergency response Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
HIV & AIDS Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:

  • Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues.
  • Protecting him/herself and colleagues.
  • Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.
Gender Equality Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.

Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.
 
 

SAFEGUARDING AWARENESS

Concern has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organization, and the standards of behaviour expected of them.  In this context staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment.   By signing the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and the Programme Participant Protection Policy and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to

info.sl@concern.net

OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is on the Friday 6th January 2023 @ 17.00hours

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email:

employmentdesk71@gmail.com

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

2.) Nutrition and Gender Team Leader

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in four areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Western Area Urban and Wester Area Rural.

 

On  this note, Concern would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the under mentioned roles:

 

Job Title: Nutrition and Gender Team Leader
Project Food Security Through Equitable and Climate Smart Food Systems(Yoti Yoti)
Reports to: District Delivery Manager
Direct reports: Nutrition and Gender Officers
Liaises with: §  All project team members and partners in district, but especially the Agriculture Team Leader and Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader; Other project teams in District. Relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC project in Port Loko.

§  Base Manager/Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; Freetown PQ&MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Coordinator.

§  Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
Job Location: Port Loko or Tonkolili Concern Office (at least 50% in the field in project sites)
Contract Details: Fixed Term: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose: The Nutrition and Gender Team Leader will provide day-to-day supportive supervision of the Field Officers in their team – to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work.

Project specific;

Oversee and ensure quality of activities and outcomes for the following ‘Stable consumption of an adequate and affordable diet by all (utilization)’ key outputs in your district

Enhance nutrition behaviours

Support the assessment of nutrition relevant practices and barriers to adoption of promoted nutrition behaviours;

Support interventions that target all groups at household and community level with behaviour change activities based on above assessment (e.g. participatory message creation and roll out through community structures/media, home gardens, cooking demos, adapting and roll out of LANN 1 (getting to know your food) 2 (Mothers & Children) 3 (WASH), strengthening mother and fathers groups);

Increased agency of women and young people to reduce the nutrition equity gap

With Equality and Gender Advisor build capacity of Concern and partner staff on gender transformative approaches and other excluded groups.

Introduce, re-activate, scale-up gender and equity transformative activities including Community Conversations and Living Peace.

§ Support in mainstreaming gender and equality activities across all activities.
Main duties & Responsibilities:

 

 Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager

Programme Cycle Management:

Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of Yoti Yoti Project outcomes under ‘Utilization’ pillar. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonize approaches and promote sharing and learning;

Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary;

Prepare regular narrative reports on project activities and submit to District Delivery Manager.

Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget;

Ensure all aspects of project activities under their responsibility adhere to programme quality standards and policies (PM&E, accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner;

Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected;

Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools;

Support  the District Delivery Manager to organize and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment –  highlight areas of the adaptation of District context;

Participate in the market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive;

Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise;

Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers;

Ensure identification of and documentation of good practices (with PQ&MEAL unit);

Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdom, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming;

Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day to day project implementation;

Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to District Delivery Manager;

Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports;

People Management:

Line manage Nutrition and Gender Officers in your district, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract.

Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work.

Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures;

Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs;

Ensure that work within the team (s) is planned and organized in a way which will meet the organization’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently.

Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Field Officers.

Other responsibilities:

Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;

Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership;

Participate relevant meetings at District level;

Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.
Emergency response Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
Person specification:

 

 

 Essential

University degree in relevant area (gender, community development, human rights, social studies, nutrition and dietetics or accepted equivalent professional experience;

Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in project implementation ideally integrated nutrition projects and/or gender empowerment and transformation;

Minimum 4 year working with INGOs;

Field experience in community based projects working directly with communities, partners and government officials;

Strengths in community mobilization, fostering multi-stakeholder networks and platforms and knowledge of participatory approaches.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

Strong team leader – Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams of teams;

Experience of working with local partners;

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing;

Good budget and financial management skills;

Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently;

Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated;

Ability to motivate and inspire others;

Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning;

Strong analytical skills;

Excellent supervision skills;

Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel);

Experience in working with district sector offices (such as gender WASH, Nutrition, health…), local NGOs and INGOs;

Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio;

Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.  
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to

info.sl@concern.net

OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is on the Friday 6th January 2023 @ 17.00hours

 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email:

employmentdesk71@gmail.com 

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

3.) Agriculture Team Leader

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in four areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Western Area Urban and Wester Area Rural.

 

On  this note, Concern would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the under mentioned roles:

 

Job Title: Agriculture Team Leader
Project Food Security Through Equitable and Climate Smart Food Systems(Yoti Yoti)
Reports to: District Delivery Manager
Direct reports: Agriculture Officers
Liaises with:   All project team members and partners in district, but especially the Nutrition and Gender Team Leader and Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader; Other project teams in District. Relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC project in Port Loko.

Base Manager/Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; Freetown PQ&MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Coordinator.

Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
Job Location: Port Loko or Tonkolili Concern Offices (50% in the field in project sites)
Contract Details: Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose:

 

 The Agriculture Team Leader will provide day-to-day supportive supervision of the Field Officers in their team – to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work.

Project specific:

Coordinating closely with the National partner oversee and ensure quality of activities and outcomes for the following ‘Increased inclusive climate smart food production (availability)’ key outputs in your district:

Better and more inclusive community management of natural resources:

Roll out of the LANN module 4 (Agriculture & NRM).

Facilitating re-wilding for some communities through private sector partner or other projects.

Give technical guidance and advice to national partner where needed to:

Through participatory approaches support the community to analyze their environment and identify local land/forests/water sources for protection.

Support establishment and strengthening of community-level natural resource management (NRM) committees. Linking them to Chiefdom/District-level structures to establish and enforce operational by-laws and increase ha’s of protected land/forests under their oversight.

Enhance women’s and young people’s community acceptance, representation and ability to influence decision-making in NRM committees.

Adoption of inclusive climate smart food production practices

Support the assessment of agricultural practices (crops, livestock, and fisheries) and barriers to adoption of climate smart food production.

Facilitate access to and control over resources (land, labour, assets, inputs and capital) for smallholder farming households, particularly female and young farmers to engage in production in identified value chains.

Strengthen access to effective agriculture extension and animal health services.

Promote climate smart best practices that increase and diversify sustainable (and profitable) agricultural production and post-harvest management in identified value chains.

Support the design, piloting & documenting ideas for young people to engage in production.
Main duties & Responsibilities:

 

 Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager

Programme Cycle Management:

Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of Yoti Yoti Project outcomes under ‘availability’ pillar. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonise approaches and promote sharing and learning;

Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team (which are harmonized with partner plans) based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary;

Prepare regular narrative reports on project activities and submit to District Delivery Manager.

Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget;

Ensure all aspects of project activities under their responsibility adhere to programme quality standards and policies (PM&E, accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner;

Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected;

Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools;

Support  the District Delivery Manager to organize and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment –  highlight areas of the adaptation of District context;

Participate in the market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive;

Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise;

Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers;

Ensure identification of and documentation of good practices (with PQ&MEAL unit);

Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdom, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming;

Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day to day project implementation;

Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to District Delivery Manager;

Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports;

People Management:

Line manage Agriculture Officers in your district, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract.

Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work.

Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures;

Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs;

Ensure that work within the team (s) is planned and organized in a way which will meet the organization’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently.

Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Field Officers.

Other responsibilities:

Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;

Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership.

Participate relevant meetings at District level;

Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.
Emergency response Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
Person specification:

 

 

 Essential

·        University degree in Agriculture or development or other relevant social sciences;

·        Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in project implementation in livelihoods, climate smart / nutrient sensitive agriculture and/or NRM);

·        Minimum 4 year working with INGOs;

·        Field experience in community based projects working directly with communities, partners and government officials.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

·        Strong team leader – Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams of teams;

·        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing;

·        Good budget and financial management skills;

·        Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently;

·        Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated;

·        Ability to motivate and inspire others;

·        Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning;

·        Strong analytical skills;

·        Excellent supervision skills;

·        Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel);

·        Experience in working with district sector offices (such as welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, environment, nutrition, health…), local NGOs and INGOs;

·        Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio;

·        Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).
 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.  
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to

info.sl@concern.net

OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is on the Friday 6th January 2023 @ 17.00hours

 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email:

employmentdesk71@gmail.com 

 

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

 

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Concern Worldwide – Agriculture Team Leader

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in four areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Western Area Urban and Wester Area Rural.

 

On  this note, Concern would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the under mentioned roles:



Job Title: Agriculture Team Leader
Project Food Security Through Equitable and Climate Smart Food Systems(Yoti Yoti)
Reports to: District Delivery Manager
Direct reports: Agriculture Officers
Liaises with:   All project team members and partners in district, but especially the Nutrition and Gender Team Leader and Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader; Other project teams in District. Relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC project in Port Loko.

Base Manager/Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; Freetown PQ&MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Coordinator.

Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
Job Location: Port Loko or Tonkolili Concern Offices (50% in the field in project sites)
Contract Details: Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose:

 

 The Agriculture Team Leader will provide day-to-day supportive supervision of the Field Officers in their team – to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work.

Project specific:

Coordinating closely with the National partner oversee and ensure quality of activities and outcomes for the following ‘Increased inclusive climate smart food production (availability)’ key outputs in your district:

Better and more inclusive community management of natural resources:

Roll out of the LANN module 4 (Agriculture & NRM).

Facilitating re-wilding for some communities through private sector partner or other projects.

Give technical guidance and advice to national partner where needed to:

Through participatory approaches support the community to analyze their environment and identify local land/forests/water sources for protection.

Support establishment and strengthening of community-level natural resource management (NRM) committees. Linking them to Chiefdom/District-level structures to establish and enforce operational by-laws and increase ha’s of protected land/forests under their oversight.

Enhance women’s and young people’s community acceptance, representation and ability to influence decision-making in NRM committees.

Adoption of inclusive climate smart food production practices

Support the assessment of agricultural practices (crops, livestock, and fisheries) and barriers to adoption of climate smart food production.

Facilitate access to and control over resources (land, labour, assets, inputs and capital) for smallholder farming households, particularly female and young farmers to engage in production in identified value chains.

Strengthen access to effective agriculture extension and animal health services.

Promote climate smart best practices that increase and diversify sustainable (and profitable) agricultural production and post-harvest management in identified value chains.

Support the design, piloting & documenting ideas for young people to engage in production.
Main duties & Responsibilities:

 

 Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager

Programme Cycle Management:

Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of Yoti Yoti Project outcomes under ‘availability’ pillar. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonise approaches and promote sharing and learning;

Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team (which are harmonized with partner plans) based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary;

Prepare regular narrative reports on project activities and submit to District Delivery Manager.

Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget;

Ensure all aspects of project activities under their responsibility adhere to programme quality standards and policies (PM&E, accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner;

Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected;

Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools;

Support  the District Delivery Manager to organize and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment –  highlight areas of the adaptation of District context;

Participate in the market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive;

Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise;

Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers;

Ensure identification of and documentation of good practices (with PQ&MEAL unit);

Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdom, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming;

Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day to day project implementation;

Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to District Delivery Manager;

Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports;

People Management:

Line manage Agriculture Officers in your district, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract.

Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work.

Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures;

Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs;

Ensure that work within the team (s) is planned and organized in a way which will meet the organization’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently.

Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Field Officers.

Other responsibilities:

Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;

Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership.

Participate relevant meetings at District level;

Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.
Emergency response Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
Person specification:

 

 

 Essential

·        University degree in Agriculture or development or other relevant social sciences;

·        Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in project implementation in livelihoods, climate smart / nutrient sensitive agriculture and/or NRM);

·        Minimum 4 year working with INGOs;

·        Field experience in community based projects working directly with communities, partners and government officials.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

·        Strong team leader – Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams of teams;

·        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing;

·        Good budget and financial management skills;

·        Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently;

·        Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated;

·        Ability to motivate and inspire others;

·        Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning;

·        Strong analytical skills;

·        Excellent supervision skills;

·        Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel);

·        Experience in working with district sector offices (such as welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, environment, nutrition, health…), local NGOs and INGOs;

·        Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio;

·        Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).
 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.  
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to

info.sl@concern.net

OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is on the Friday 6th January 2023 @ 17.00hours

 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email:

employmentdesk71@gmail.com 

 

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Handicap International (HI) – 2 Positions

HI is seeking qualified individuals to fill the following National Positions.

1.) Agricultural Farm Project Officer
2.) Agricultural Farm Project Manager

PLEASE NOTE:  

Handicap International has clear institutional policies on “Child Protection”, “Anti-fraud, Bribery and Corruption”,  “Disability, Gender and Age” and “Protection of Beneficiaries from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment”. It  is therefore mandatory for all staff to commit themselves to respect, uphold and promote these policies, and to sign  the HI Code of Conduct. 

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Agricultural Farm Project Officer

Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an International NGO that has been working closely with the  Government of Sierra Leone, International and national partners in the country since 1996 supporting vulnerable groups  and people with disabilities. Program areas include inclusive education, social and economic inclusion, rehabilitation,  prevention of disabilities, advocacy, and rights.




The agricultural farm project will be implemented within two years (2022 – 2023) in two districts (Wester Area Rural  and Moyamba). In each of the two districts, activities will be implemented in 5 communities in partnership with Handicap  International (HI), Network of HIV Positive (NETHIPS) and Visit Sierra Leone Travel (VSLT). The project objective is to  ensure the financial autonomy of 200 vulnerable people including persons living with disabilities and their families  (1,200) through training on agricultural activity.

This position requires working in partnership with two local organizations (NETHIPS and VSLT) to cover activities in two  districts (Western Area Rural and Moyamba). This includes direct interact with people living with disability and HIV and  interact with community members.

Missions / responsibilities 

Mission 1: Operational implementation 

Responsibility 1: Contribute to project planning and implementation in line with the existing frameworks • Contribute to planning and preparing activities, tools, and the associated resources, and implement the action  plan in

  • conjunction with the support services and the technical unit.
  • Ensure that activities are implemented and that resources are correctly allocated as authorized by the project  manager.
  • Ensure regular reporting of activities, and contribute to the internal and external reporting as requested by the  project
  • manager.
  • Contribute to identifying areas of the project in which adjustments are required and put forward adaptations to  the project manager.
  • Contribute to the drafting of amendment requests when asked by the project manager. • Contribute to coordination with the local stakeholders and to monitoring the partnership relationship with the  project partners.
  • Ensure that project documents and information are properly archived.

Responsibility 2: Contribute to project monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning

  • Contribute to project monitoring, specifically activity progress indicators and the expected outcomes. • Contribute to project evaluations at the request of the project manager, and ensure that project evaluation  recommendations are followed.
  • Contribute to the setup and smooth running of accountability mechanisms.
  • Contribute to project learning.

Responsibility 3: Ensure project data management

  • Ensure that the appropriate data collection and management tools are in place and are used correctly on the  project, in line with global standards.
  • Collect and compile project-related data in the relevant database.

Responsibility 4: Contribute to the coordination of project teams

  • As authorized by the project manager, facilitate coordination meetings between the project teams and the  support
  • services located in the area when necessary.
  • Ensure that the project teams and the support teams (shared and technical services, in particular) work well  together in order to facilitate the implementation of the project in the country.
  • Responsibility 5: Contribute to external project communication
  • Contribute to HI’s external influence by taking part in networks, when required.
  • Communicate about the project to partners, authorities, and stakeholders when relevant.

Mission 2: Emergency Preparedness and Response 

  • Contribute to the programme’s emergency preparedness initiatives, and in an emergency situation, adapt  his/her working
  • arrangements in order to contribute to an effective humanitarian response from HI.

In addition to the skills mentioned in the Standard Function, the following are required:

  • Training Facilitation Skills
  • Community mobilization and engagement skills
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Communication Skills

Required for the job

Education & Knowledge

  • Diploma or degree in any social sciences-related courses
  • Knowledge of development work and/or disability issues
  • Fluent in written and spoken English

Experience

  • Minimum of three years of working experience in a development-related field or similar position  • Experience in livelihood project
  • Experience in the VSLA approach
  • Working with vulnerable groups
  • Previous working experience with an INGO

In addition to the skills mentioned in the Standard Function, the following are required:

  • Skills in developing and facilitating training
  • Emotional Regulation skills
  • Communication skills
  • Problem Solving skills

NOTE: Please state the location you apply for. 

Salary: As per the HI salary scale for National Staff & candidate’s experience 

Probation Period: 3 months 

Duration of Contract: One (01) year with the possibility of renewal based on performance. All interested candidates should send their CVs and cover letters only, with attachments bearing your full name; for  example John Doe – CV (for your CV) and John Doe – Cover Letter (for your cover letter) with the subject of the position  applied for by email only to: recruitment@sierraleone.hi.org 

 The Closing date for applications is 24TH December 2022

2.) Agricultural Farm Project Manager

Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an International NGO which has been working closely with the  Government of Sierra Leone, international and national partners in the country since 1996 supporting vulnerable groups  and people with disabilities. Program areas include inclusive education, social and economic inclusion, rehabilitation,  prevention of disabilities, advocacy, and rights.

The agricultural farm project will be implemented within two years (2022 – 2023) in two districts (Wester Area Rural  and Moyamba). In each of the two districts, activities will be implemented in 5 communities in partnership with Handicap  International (HI), Network of HIV Positive (NETHIPS), and Visit Sierra Leone Travel (VSLT). The project objective is to  ensure the financial autonomy of 200 vulnerable people including persons living with disabilities and their families  (1,200) through training on agricultural activity.

This position requires working in partnership with two local organizations (NETHIPS and VSLT) to cover activities in  two districts (Western Area Rural and Moyamba). This includes direct interaction with people living with disability  and HIV and interaction with community members.

Missions/responsibilities 

Mission 1: Management 

  • Manager as a role model: embody HI’s values on a daily basis, and be a role model.
  • Manager as a coach for meaning: understand the strategy, make it explicit, translate it into operational  objectives for his or her team, and lead the necessary changes. Give meaning to each management action.  Encourage inter and intra-departmental exchanges of practice. Encourage innovation and risk-taking.
  • Operational manager: organize the operational management of his or her team, structures the work around  identified
  • processes, steer performance, and facilitate the resolution of problems.
  • First HR & Coach: contribute to the development of his or her staff, creating the conditions for their  commitment,
  • professionalism and attachment to HI. Ensure compliance with the code of conduct and institutional policies,  the mindset, and expected individual and collective behavior

Mission 2: Strategy and steering 

  • Contribute to the development of the programme’s operational strategy
  • Contribute to programme or country operational strategy (StratOp).
  • Draft new project proposals for the continuity or expansion of the project.
  • Contribute to the drafting of new proposals for new opportunities, if necessary

Mission 3: Operational implementation 

  • Ensure the implementation of the project, is in line with the logical framework and allocated budget • Ensure that project implementation complies with the existing frameworks
  • Ensure project monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning
  • Ensure project data management
  • Coordinate the teams involved in the project

Mission 4: Emergency Preparedness and Response  

  • Lead the emergency preparedness actions in his/her department and, in the event of an emergency, reorganize  the priorities of his/her team according to the humanitarian priority, in order to ensure a quick and efficient  response by HI.

Other skills 

In addition to the skills mentioned in the Standard Function, the following are required:

  • Skills in developing and facilitating training
  • Emotional Regulation skills
  • Communication skills
  • Problem Solving skills

Required for the job 

Education & Knowledge  

  • Bachelor’s degree or master’s any social sciences-related courses
  • Applied knowledge of development work and/or disability issues
  • Fluent in written and spoken English
  • Knowledge in project management

Experience  

  • Minimum five years of working experience in a development-related field or similar position  • Working with vulnerable groups
  • Working in INGO

Salary: As per the HI salary scale for National Staff & candidate’s experience 

Probation Period: 3 months 

Duration of Contract: One (01) year with the possibility of renewal based on performance. All interested candidates should send their CVs and cover letters only, with attachments bearing your full name; for  example: John Doe – CV (for your CV) and John Doe – Cover Letter (for your cover letter) with the subject of the  position applied for by email only to: recruitment@sierraleone.hi.org 

 The closing date for applications is 24th December 2022

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Action Against Hunger – Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer

Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer

 (National Status)

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

ABOUT US

International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in both Liberia and Sierra Leone in 1991 during the Civil War and since then has been operational in the two countries by implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition in both countries. Since January 2018, the two countries have been clustered and now operating under a single management structure. The coordination office is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone overseeing the operations in Moyamba Field Office and Bonthe Sub Field Office.




Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as the  Senior Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) Officer that will  mainly be responsible to uphold the principles and practises of the organisational MEAL system in order to ensure effective data management, accountability and learning to improve quality programming. She will lead the MEAL component in Bonthe District with support from the MEAL Manager 

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Program Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Conduct spot checks and routine field monitoring visit on project activities and sites.
  • Monitor the project performance indicators taking into account the program M&E plan and quantitative progress report.
  • Ensure the proper use of data collection tools, and the conscious use of data while respecting beneficiaries’ confidentiality rules.
  • Ensure quality control of data provided by program teams and partners
  • Participate in activities related to evaluation/ impact studies of the project (baseline assessment, mid-term evaluation, final evaluation, including quantitative as well as qualitative evaluations);
  • Contribute to the design and revision of data collection tools
  • Organize data collection (qualitative and quantitative) of the program in the field and ensure the quality of data collected for evaluations
  • Facilitate quarterly joint monitoring visit and review sessions with program and partners.
  • Maintaining a tracking spreadsheet for M&E activities and events – baselines, assessments, reviews, evaluations – tracking trends and recommendations, progressing their implementation where appropriate

Accountability and Learning

  • Strengthen feedback mechanism with community beneficiaries, stakeholders and project team through awareness raising and capacity building sessions.
  • Facilitate feedback gathering sessions on project performance
  • Manage and update the feedback and complaint database
  • Support the development of success stories and lessons learned by drafting and sharing information to the relevant managers for capitalization.
  • Facilitate quarterly program review meeting with team members and partners
  • When necessary, conduct post activity monitoring to gather feedback on activity outcome and relevance.
  • When necessary, conduct post activity monitoring to gather feedback on activity outcome and relevance.
  • Internally advocate for best practices in M&E and project delivery among project staff.
  • As necessary, identify gaps in monitoring and evaluation practices to uplift effective MEAL system.
  • Facilitate capacity building of program teams and partners on the methodology and procedures of basic MEAL principles and practises

Data Management and Reporting

  • Ensuring data entering and management of feedback and complaint.
  • Conduct data cleaning, analysis and visualization on relevant dataset for onward reporting.
  • Regularly review and validate activity progress reports.
  • Participate and support the regular field activity reports
  • Ensure to produce weekly update of MEAL departmental achievement.
  • Prepare, produce and present MEAL activity reports, with analyses and summaries, to the MEAL Manager
  • Prepare and produce reports on program monitoring activities.
  • Review and validates technical reports submitted by the PMO

Gender Action

Activities:

  • Ensure the inclusion of youth and women in the project in all project implementation especially in AAH supported communities;
  • Help ensure all aspects of Action Against Hunger activities adhere to program quality standards and policies (accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner.
  • Work closely with other MEAL and project staff to enhance synergy
  • Ensure that gender considerations are made with participants of projects to have clear statistics on gender inclusion.
  • Help ensure all aspects of Action Against Hunger activities adhere to program quality standards and policies (accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner.
  • Work closely with other MEAL and project staff to enhance synergy
  • Ensure that gender considerations are made with participants of projects to have clear statistics on gender inclusion

Others

  • Help ensure all aspects of Action Against Hunger activities adhere to program quality standards and policies (accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner.
  • Work closely with other MEAL and project staff to enhance synergy
  • Ensure that gender considerations are made with participants of projects to have clear statistics on gender inclusion.
  • Ensure the highest stands of accountability through ensuring good communication and information sharing within the organisation.
  • Be aware of, understand, and comply with all of Action Against Hunger’s policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to ongoing security management and planning as necessary.
  • Actively participate in any emergency response if called upon to do so (within the existing programme area or in a new one).
  • Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the MEAL Manager, Field Manager, Health and Nutrition Program Manager, Food Security and Livelihood Manager.
  • Adhere to all COVID-19 precautionary measures

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study (for example: Agriculture /Development / social science) with a minimum of 2 years working experience on monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning.
  • Higher national diploma with 3 years working experience on programme monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning.
  • Experience working in WASH, Health & Nutrition and Food Security & Livelihood.
  • Good motorbike riding skills with valid riders licenses
  • Solid knowledge and experience in the use of MS Word and MS Excel.
  • Excellent planning, communication and analytical skills
  • Ability to work with and support different teams
  • Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection methods
  • Experience with use of mobile data collection tools like kobo software
  • Willingness and ability to travel to remote project areas

REQUIRED SKILLS

    • Experience working in WASH, Health & Nutrition and Food Security & Livelihood.
    • Good motorbike riding skills with valid riders licenses
    • Solid knowledge and experience in the use of MS Word and MS Excel.
    • Excellent planning, communication and analytical skills
    • Ability to work with and support different teams
    • Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection methods
    • Experience with use of mobile data collection tools like kobo software
  • Willingness and ability to travel to remote project areas

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: 1st  December 2022

BASIC SALARY: 3,781.23 to 4,342.78 based on profile.

DURATION OF CONTRACT: Eight (8) Months with possible  extension

LOCATION: Bonthe – with possible travels to Freetown, Moyamba, and other field areas

HOW TO APPLY:

Send Motivation Letter, CV saved in your name – for example (Joe Blue CV) for your CV, and (Joe Blue Motivation Letter) for your motivation letter, with names of three (3) referees by EMAIL, under the Subject  “ Senior MEAL Officer”  to

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 18th  November 2022. 

Due to the urgency of this position, applications may be sorted on a rolling basis.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and oral interview.

Please state the position applied for on the subject line of your email.

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Please Note That This Advert is for Women Only.