🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Partners in Health – 5 Positions

Partners in Health (PIH) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Architect
2.) Assistant Nutritionist -QUEHSSSP (Nationals only)
3.) Award and Compliance Manager
4.) Carpenter – Nationals only
5.) Clinical Microbiologist Consultant

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Architect

Job title: Architect
Work Location: Sierra Leone
Department: Infrastructure
Reports to: Infrastructure Project Manager
Line Management No
Application Status External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
The Architect will support the day-to-day planning and management of various new-construction and rehabilitation projects at multiple Primary Health Units across multiple districts in Sierra Leone.

 

This position will work hand-in-hand with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation towards the successful designs for the renovation and expansion of 12 primary health units.

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
 

  1. Documenting of Existing Facilities
    • Evaluates existing building conditions to understand spaces, integrity of structure, staff and patient flows
    • Compiles existing conditions into as-built documents; architectural floor plans, building elevations, ceiling plans, window and door schedules, site layout plans. All drawings and details shall be produced to-scale
    • Generates reports of all existing building conditions, surrounding areas
  2. Facility Layout and Design
  • Works with hospital clinical and administrative staff to understand spatial needs of the facility
  • Assess if there is need for extension or expansion of the facility in order to accommodate clinical services
  • Document required renovation works for each facility i.e., wall patching, painting, ceiling repairs, floor refurbishing, window and doors replacements, electrical works, plumbing works etc…
    • Drawing Creation – Responsible for the creation of all necessary construction drawings for renovation and expansion, i.e., floor plans, building elevations, ceiling plans, window and door schedules, site layout plans, construction details, finish material schedules
    • Creates building designs in 3D design software, i.e., Revit, SketchUp, to allow for in-depth understanding of space by clinical and administrative teams
    • Collaborates with clinical and administrative teams on the determination of future clinic layout and staff/patient flow, working through multiple review and approval periods (Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents)
    • Undertakes multiple design projects concurrently
    • Provides material lists for building renovations and expansions

 
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction/Civil Engineering, Construction or Engineering
  • 7+ years experience in Architectural design
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities concurrently
  • Proven ability to solve complex construction problems
  • Ability to coordinate with non-infrastructure stake holders on building layout design, staff and patient flow

 

Strongly preferred

  • Master’s degree in Architecture or Construction/Civil Engineering
  • 10+ years in Architectural design
  • 5+ years experience in healthcare design

 

 

Skills:

  • Proficient in Autodesk softwares; AutoCAD, REVIT
  • Proficient in Google SketchUp
  • Proficient in PDF editor; Adobe, Bluebeam, etc…
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Team-oriented leader
  • Problem solver
  • Continuous learner
  • Self-starter, self-driven, hands-on, able to move projects forward with minimal direction
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team
  • Strong communication, organizational and time management skills

 
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.

2.) Assistant Nutritionist -QUEHSSSP (Nationals only)

Job title: Assistant Nutritionist
Work Location: Kailahun: (Jojoima CEMONC Centre)
Department: Clinical
Reports to: Facility In charge
Line Management No
Application Status External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

 

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
PIH-Sierra Leone is supporting the Ministry of Health and Sanitation in the implementation of the five-year World Bank funded QEHSSSP health systems strengthening project that will implement a comprehensive Hub-and-Spoke approach in 5 districts in Sierra Leone through focused investments in staff, stuff, space, systems and nutrition.

Through the project, Partners in Health, in the leadership of Ministry of Health and Sanitation, will be supporting 3 health facilities in the district (Jojoima, Buedu and Bandajuma) through comprehensive health systems strengthening approaches to develop these sites as sites for comprehensive Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child Adolescent Health and Nutrition services.

The positions will be based in one of the health facilities in Kailahun: Jojoima CHC, Buedu CHC or Yawei Bandajuma CHC

The assistant nutritionist will work under the supervision of facility in charge and will support in delivering high quality nutrition services to the patients. She/ he will also be responsible for monitoring the standards of food being provided at the birth waiting home. The incumbent will also be responsible for providing counselling on Maternal, Infant and young child nutrition and providing nutrition support to clients identified with under nutrition.
Main duties and responsibilities
  • Ensure the standards and operational procedures regarding the delivery of nutrition services are adhered to.
  • Collate individual and monthly reports on nutrition support provided through the facility.
  • Monitor the availability and usage of food supplies and develop a system for reordering so as to avoid stock out of nutrition commodity
  • To assist in maintaining dietetic standards and provide diet counselling to patients at the health facility.
  • To monitor the standard of food being prepared at the birth waiting home.
  • Provide counselling to clients on maternal, infant and young child feeding practices.
  • Ensure appropriate nutrition specific behaviors are being promoted at the Postnatal wards and in the OPDs
  • Support growth monitoring OPD and provide appropriate counselling to the mother.
  • Identify patients with malnutrition or who are at high risk of malnutrition and link them with the nutrition support at the health facility.
  • Support recording and reporting of nutrition related data to HMIS and to MEQ team.
  • Additional duties as assigned by the Facility in charge.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
Qualifications:

  •  Diploma in Home Economics/Nutrition from recognized training school or institution.
  • At least two years’ experience in service provision.
  • A strong commitment to social justice and health as a human right is essential in all aspects of the leadership and management.
  • The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to be flexible and effective in the face of unexpected challenges as well as the willingness to accept living in a remote place.
  • Priority will be given to qualified candidates working as volunteers in the designated health facilities.
  • Must not hold dual employment
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.

3.) Award and Compliance Manager

Job title: Award and Compliance Manager
Work Location: Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Boston, MA, or Remote in the United States
Department: Award and Compliance Department
Reports to: Associate Director of Award Management
Line Management No
Travel Candidates not based in Sierra Leone must be willing to travel to Sierra Leone 15-35% of time
Duration of Contract This position is grant-funded, with the grant ending 12/31/26
Application Status External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

 

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

 

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
 Partners In Health (PIH) is looking for a detail-oriented, results-driven Award and Compliance Manager with experience working on World Bank financed projects. We are looking for someone with strong cross-cultural competence and superb interpersonal and organizational skills to provide guidance and support to PIH Sierra Leone in grant compliance and award management.

 

As part of PIH’s cross-site Grants Management and Compliance function, this position will report to the Associate Director of Award Management. The Award and Compliance Manager will provide focused support to PIH Sierra Leone on a five-year award from the World Bank to strengthen the quality of essential health services and systems, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation Sierra Leone, ensuring internal controls are strong.
Sitting outside day-to-day operations, the Award and Compliance Manager will work closely with PIH Sierra Leone staff to ensure strong management of program, finance, procurement, human resource, and operational functions in line with the Project Implementation Manual and donor regulations. In each of the foregoing areas, the Award and Compliance Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the implementation of internal controls and donor requirements to deliver on time, on scope, and on budget. This position will be a primary grant compliance resource for the implementation and oversight of project operations and compliance systems and processes in accordance with PIH policies, the Project Implementation Manual, MOHS and donor requirements. This work includes ongoing monitoring, accompaniment, and training of staff for clear and accurate demonstration of results on the project’s goals, financial management, donor assessments, and audits.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Ensure PIH Sierra Leone has adequate policies, procedures, systems, and staff capacity to operationalize the quality essential health services and systems project in accordance with the requirements of the project implementation manual.
  • Act as the primary point person for matters arising from the project implementation manual including comprehensive consideration of donor regulations into the activities and project operations. This work includes donor’s prior, post-approvals, and waivers for exceptional needs and circumstances.
  • Train and equip project implementation and administrative staff to effectively implement and oversee procurement, finance, and human resource functions. Oversee cost allocations and assets including underlying inventory and stock records.
  • In addition to the Senior Grant Specialist, serve as an additional control for conducting regular spending and budget reviews, identifying risks, assessing revenue and expenditures variances.
  • In coordination with award management and compliance staff at PIH Boston Coordination site, perform periodic spot checks, and guide and support PIH Sierra Leone on areas of development.
  • Implement tools and training to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of project implementation, award management, and compliance activities. Provide guidance and support to resolve any specific issues expeditiously and effectively.
  • Enhance visibility of achievements (e.g., programmatic deliverables, procurement, supply chain, audits, funds flows etc.) and strengthen coordination among PIH Sierra Leone and PIH Boston Coordination site teams for continued support for project activities.
  • Perform review of and organize due diligence checks on financial and audit reports, agreements, including other contractual, Human Resources, procurement, and financial documents. As required, organize appropriate approval of these documents through donor and PIH systems.
  • Communicate project progress, areas of improvement, and other recommendations to the PIH Sierra Leone leadership team.
  • Support project teams to plan, prepare, and respond to the donor or PIH audits and organizational capacity assessments. Follow up on audit findings and assessment recommendations to address and close any observations in a timely manner.
  • Support project teams to plan and implement award start up and closeout processes, including timely submission of final deliverables and formal receipt and acknowledgement by the donors.
  • Perform other tasks including donors and collaborators communication, recommendations to the PIH Sierra Leone leadership team on important matters, and participation in awards design, grant negotiations, budgeting, and record keeping.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in public health, public administration, international development, business administration, or related field.
  • At least 5 years of award management and compliance experience, including management of complex donor awards in the international development sector.
  • Must have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role working with or on a World Bank financed project.
  • Experience developing and strengthening finance, operations, grant compliance and award management systems, policies, procedures, processes, tools, and staff capacity.
  • Experience managing and demonstrating successful results with donor and organization-led, award-specific audits and assessments.
  • Professional experience working in or supporting awards in West Africa or other low-income environments.
  • Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across a range of cultures, competencies, and personalities.
  • Superlative organizational skills and highly attentive to details.
  • Excellent analytical, communications, and computer skills. Ability to write in detail to effectively convey compliance requirements, and compose emails, presentations, and reports in a logical, organized, and concise manner.
  • If not located in Sierra Leone, must be willing to travel to Sierra Leone up to 15-35%.
  • Interest in social justice and the cause of global health equity.

A Cover Letter and Resume are required to be eligible for application review. Please note that we are not able to sponsor U.S. work authorization for this role.

4.) Carpenter – Nationals

Job title: Carpenter – Nationals only
Work Location: Kailahun District
Department: Operations
Reports to: Construction Site Supervisor
Line Management No
Duration of Contract Twelve (12) Months with possibility of extension
Application Status Internal/External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
The carpenter is a value member of the infrastructure team under the operations department. He or she will be responsible for construction of, or repairs of cabinets, doors, frameworks, trusses, roofing or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools.

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Furniture: Responsible for the construction, repair, and installation of cabinets, shelving, tables, chairs, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools
  • Ceiling/Roofing: Responsible for new construction and/or repair of ceilings, ceiling trim, roofing trusses/supports, roofing panels, using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools
  • Doors/Windows: Fits and installs window frames, doors, door frames, door hardware, interior and exterior trim using woodworking machines, hand tools, or power tools
  • Follows established safety rules and regulations and maintaining a safe and clean environment
  • Moves necessary materials around jobsite as assigned

Cleans up worksite debris
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
 

At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during emploment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures

 
Qualifications/Requirements
  • Completion of a carpentry apprenticeship program preferred, or relevant work experience
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up heavy weight
  • Ability to bend, climb, squat, reach, and kneel
  • Comfortable reading and understanding construction drawings
  • Working knowledge of plumbing theory, and the associated principles, materials, and equipment
  • Demonstrated ability to operate hand and power tools associated with carpentry work
  • Ability to calculate basic mathematical problems

Willing to work overtime

 
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.

5.) Clinical Microbiologist Consultant

Job title: Clinical Microbiologist Consultant
Work Location: Kono, Sierra Leone
Department: Clinical
Reports to: Clinical Lead
Line Management No
Application Status External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
 

The main purpose of the position is to provide support for PIH Microbiology Laboratory (ML) to ensure reliable results on time to Clinicians for management with targeted treatment rather than empirical treatment by WHO standards and project needs and ensure that the role of the microbiology laboratory in antimicrobial stewardship is enhanced.

  • Support the PIHSL Microbiology Lab team to be operational based on the Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) or European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (EUCAST) to process blood cultures for patients.
  • Support the activities from the project side and be the link between PIHSL and project team.
  • Ensure competency of all Lab personnel and adherence to PIH/MOHS Quality Management System.

 

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Microbiologist will be responsible to oversees all aspects of PIH/MOH microbiology Lab at Koidu Government hospital in Kono District.

 

  • Train PIH/Ministry of Health (MoH) laboratory technicians on microbiology techniques in accordance with PIH/MOHS and international standards.
  • Ensure to provide timely, reliable, and reproducible identification of microorganisms and antimicrobial susceptibility results.
  • Actively participate in the antimicrobial stewardship committee and development of guidelines for the most common infectious diseases.
  • Ensure the implementation of an Internal and external quality control system in the laboratory.
  • Adapt the existing WHO Standard Operation Procedures for microbiology and other tools in accordance with MoH guidelines.
  • Ensuring proper registration and records of all microbiology lab-related activities, implementing the correct use of the surveillance program WHONET to have proper records of laboratory results.
  • Provide monthly reports based on extracted data from surveillance program WHONET.
  • Compile, analyze and report microbiology lab activities and results to the clinical team providing relevant information for AMR surveillance and IPC.
  • Plan and supervise, in close coordination with the project team, supply chain team for local and international orders for consumables and equipment needed for the microbiology laboratory.
  • Monitor laboratory stock ensuring that stock cards are updated to calculate proper Average Monthly Consumptions of commodities to avoid stock ruptures.
  • Collaborate with the M&E team in the development of data tools.
  • Ensure all equipment in the Lab is functional and report faults timely to the PIH Biomed and other reporting lines.
  • Ensure good collaboration with the MoH laboratory team.
  • Ensure safety and security of labs, in collaboration with Lab Quality Officer (LQO) and MOH Lab Lead
  • Responsible for ordering and supply chain management of reagents and materials for micro lab in line with the approved laboratory budget:
  • Oversee consumption of supplies and requests
  • Work closely with PIHSL and Lab cross site team and procurement teams to ensure timely order processing and adherence with the national guidelines.
  • Develop SOPs for tests and procedures
  • Evaluate and mentor staff in the performance of laboratory functions and procedures
  • Train laboratory technicians in laboratory techniques, SOPs and quality assurance (QA) protocols for essential laboratory services
  • Oversee record keeping and data management
  • Perform other task as may be required

 

 
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

 
Education and Work Experience Requirements
  • Technical knowledge and professional experience in laboratory diagnostics and Clinical Microbiology.
  • University degree, with advanced degree in Clinical Microbiology.
  • Biologist or medical doctor, with clinical microbiology specialization or equivalent.
  • Clinical microbiologist (MD)
  • Laboratory scientist certified in clinical microbiology

 

 

Skills & Qualities

  • Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle
  • Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
  • Ability to multitask and cope with competing demands under tight deadlines
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills and flexibility to learn and take on new tasks
  • Strong ability to meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.

Experience:

  • Previous working experience with local or international NGOs will be considered as a strong advantage
  • 5 years of relevant professional experience in bacteriology services preferably in a busy hospital
  • High professional ethics
  • Ability to collaborate professionally with culturally diverse colleagues and constituencies.
  • Strong verbal and written English skills
  • Computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Strong competencies in antibiograms analysis and identification of resistance mechanism.
  • Experience in team management.
  • Experience in training and mentorship.
  • Language skills: English

 
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Partners in Health (PIH) – 2 Positions

Partners in Health (PIH) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Architect
2.) Infrastructure Project Manager

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Architect

Vacancy Announcement
Job title:    Architect
Work Location: Sierra Leone
Department: Infrastructure
Reports to:  Infrastructure Project Manager
Line Management  No
Application Status External Advert
Organisation Profile 
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
The Architect will support the day-to-day planning and management of various new-construction and rehabilitation projects at multiple Primary Health Units across multiple districts in Sierra Leone.

This position will work hand-in-hand with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation towards the successful designs for the renovation and expansion of 12 primary health units.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Documenting of Existing Facilities 
      • Evaluates existing building conditions to understand spaces, integrity of structure, staff and patient flows
      • Compiles existing conditions into as-built documents; architectural floor plans, building elevations, ceiling plans, window and door schedules, site layout plans. All drawings and details shall be produced to-scale
      • Generates reports of all existing building conditions, surrounding areas
  • Facility Layout and Design
  • Works with hospital clinical and administrative staff to understand spatial needs of the facility
  • Assess if there is need for extension or expansion of the facility in order to accommodate clinical services
  • Document required renovation works for each facility i.e., wall patching, painting, ceiling repairs, floor refurbishing, window and doors replacements, electrical works, plumbing works etc…
  • Drawing Creation – Responsible for the creation of all necessary construction drawings for renovation and expansion, i.e., floor plans, building elevations, ceiling plans, window and door schedules, site layout plans, construction details, finish material schedules
  • Creates building designs in 3D design software, i.e., Revit, SketchUp, to allow for in-depth understanding of space by clinical and administrative teams
  • Collaborates with clinical and administrative teams on the determination of future clinic layout and staff/patient flow, working through multiple review and approval periods (Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents)
  • Undertakes multiple design projects concurrently
  • Provides material lists for building renovations and expansions

 
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction/Civil Engineering, Construction or Engineering
  • 7+ years experience in Architectural design
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities concurrently
  • Proven ability to solve complex construction problems
  • Ability to coordinate with non-infrastructure stake holders on building layout design, staff and patient flow

 

Strongly preferred

    • Master’s degree in Architecture or Construction/Civil Engineering
    • 10+ years in Architectural design
  • 5+ years experience in healthcare design

 

Skills:

  • Proficient in Autodesk softwares; AutoCAD, REVIT
  • Proficient in Google SketchUp
  • Proficient in PDF editor; Adobe, Bluebeam, etc…
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Team-oriented leader
  • Problem solver
  • Continuous learner
  • Self-starter, self-driven, hands-on, able to move projects forward with minimal direction
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team
  • Strong communication, organizational and time management skills

 
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 5:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday 23rd January 2023  

2.) Infrastructure Project Manager

Vacancy Announcement
Job title:    Infrastructure Project Manager
Work Location: Sierra Leone
Department: Infrastructure
Reports to:  Director of Infrastructure
Line Management  Yes
Application Status External Advert
Organisation Profile 
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
The PIH Infrastructure Project Manager will lead the assessment, design, and RFQ process for various rehabilitation and expansion projects at multiple Peripheral Health Units across multiple districts in Sierra Leone.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
Facility Assessment

  • Leads team towards the successful completion of architecture and engineering assessments of multiple Peripheral Health Units across multiple Districts in Sierra Leone
  • Leads collaborative design process, ensuring constant and effective communication between assessment/design team, local stakeholders, clinical and administrative teams
  • Serves as resource for technical advice and problem solving for Architect and Construction Engineer during assessments

Design Management

  • Manages design process; ensures architectural and engineering designs are completed to meet the needs of the facility and stakeholders
  • Reviews design team progress, ensuring timelines and deadlines are met

BOQ Creation

  • Works with Architect and Construction Engineer to prepare comprehensive estimates for planned infrastructure projects
  • Creates detailed BOQs for all aspects of project facility renovations and expansions
  • Manages scope of work to fit within pre-defined project and program budgets

RFQ Process Management

  • Compiles construction drawings, details, material schedules into complete Bid Packages
  • Creates detailed Bill of Quantity (BOQ) for
  • Provide direct supervision of Architect and Construction Engineer
  • Organize requests of materials and payment requests for subcontract
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
Required

  • 10+ years experience in infrastructure project management
  • University Degree in Architecture or Engineering
  • Demonstrated track record for the completion of infrastructure projects within budget and schedule
  • Proven ability to solve complex construction problems in the field
  • Ability to coordinate with non-infrastructure stake holders on infrastructure problems
  • Proven experience in overseeing successful construction projects
  • Ability to prepare cost estimates for construction and infrastructure projects
  • Technical expertise in overseeing electrical, carpentry, masonry, plumbing, and painting projects

 

Strongly preferred

  • 5+ years in healthcare infrastructure project management
  • Experience working in remote Districts

 

Skills:

  • Team-oriented leader
  • Problem solver
  • Excellent communicator; written, verbal
  • Continuous learner
  • Self-starter, self-driven, hands-on, able to move projects forward with minimal direction
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

 
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 5:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday 23rd January 2023 

Job Vacancies @ Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) – 3 Positions (Sierra Leone)

Scientific Research Corporation (SRC) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Civil Engineer
2.) Architect
3.) Construction Manager

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Civil Engineer

 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

General — The position functions as the Civil Engineer, providing OBO/Freetown a full range of critical engineering and construction quality assurance, management, and technical oversight of Freetown Facade MCI Project.

    • Performs technical inspections of civil and structural work, monitoring the contractor’s quality control program, and reviewing project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance
    • Supports and assists OBO/Freetown in ensuring the completion of the Freetown Project in accordance with applicable US codes and standard building practices
    • Ensures that the contractor is performing the required contract work in accordance with the design documents
    • Develops working knowledge of all technical requirements of project
    • Provides Quality Assurance for ongoing construction project
    • Reviews contractor submittals
    • Prepares responses to Requests for Information (RFI)
    • Evaluates proposed submittal substitutions with engineering implications; makes recommendations to the Project Director
    • Coordinates the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders
    • Reviews and evaluates design calculations and data from an engineering perspective
    • Prepares Monthly Progress Reports and attends meetings summarizing project status, with emphasis on engineering
    • Reviews engineering shop drawings and determine if the contractor has complied with the final design parameters
    • Observes onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly
    • Performs quality assurance tasks, ensuring contractor’s work is properly inspected and corrective actions take place, ensuring materials meet contract, reviewing contractor submittals for compliance with contract requirements, and resolving conflicts
    • Monitors the construction contractor’s quality assurance and safety program
    • Observes onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly




  • Monitors construction progress vis-à-vis the project schedule and submit weekly progress reports with recommendations based on the technical review of project documents and field inspections
  • Performs technical inspections of the civil engineering elements of the project
  • Prepares construction reports detailing construction progress and identify any problems with the construction process related to the incumbent’s area of expertise
    • After problems are discovered, evaluate contractor’s proposed remedy. Formulate solutions for the Project Director/Construction Manager
  • Works on the Electrical Upgrade site construction will be performed to U.S. standards; the incumbent should have current working knowledge of acceptable products and procedures
  • Reviews design documents (drawings and specifications) that the A/E prepares as well as perform quality assurance for the construction project in his/her technical area of expertise

Minimum Skills & Requirements

  • Must have a Secret, Interim Top Secret (TS), or Final TS security clearance issued by Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) at the time of consideration
  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Civil Engineering from an accredited program plus a minimum of seven years of on-site vertical construction experience (such as field activities on buildings)
    • Your resume must clearly demonstrate this required background (i.e., on-site vertical construction project details must be shown)
  • Knowledge of International Codes required
  • Knowledge of Construction Safety regulations, i.e. EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required
  • Must understand and be able to interpret drawings in his/her discipline and have a basic understanding of the principals of his/her engineering discipline and how it fits in with other engineering disciplines
  • Must be able to read design/construction drawings and be able to understand design narratives and calculations
  • Must be able to review shop drawings and submittals from the contractor and determine if coordination with other disciplines are necessary in addition to monitoring on-going construction work to identify problems or non-compliance with design or contract specifications
  • Other related duties as assigned by the Project Director

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY

WORK LOCATION: FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE

PROJECT DURATION: 12 MONTHS WITH EXPECTED FOLLOW-ON WORK WITHIN THE OBO PROGRAM

COVID-19

All Federal contractor employees may still be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of work location (including work from home), except for those employees that work only in foreign countries. Full vaccination status is achieved two weeks after the final vaccine dose. This requirement does permit employees to request reasonable accommodations for medical or seriously-held religious reasons.





About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

Scientific Research Corporation offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages excellence. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact srchr@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 

 

2.) Architect

 

The position functions as the project architect, providing OBO/Freetown a full range of critical architectural and construction quality assurance, management, and technical oversight of the Freetown Facade MCI Project. The incumbent is responsible for performing technical inspections, monitoring the contractor’s quality control program, and reviewing project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance. This position is established to support and assist OBO/Freetown in ensuring the completion of the project in accordance with contract requirements.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

    • Develops working knowledge of all technical requirements of project
    • Provides Quality Assurance for ongoing construction project
    • Reviews contractor submittals
    • Prepares responses to Requests for Information (RFI)
    • Prepares Monthly Progress Reports and attends meetings summarizing project status, with emphasis on engineering
    • Evaluates proposed submittal substitutions with engineering implications
    • Makes recommendations to the Project Director
    • Coordinates the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders
    • Reviews and evaluates design calculations and data from an engineering perspective
    • Ensures that the contractor is performing the required contract work in accordance with the design documents




  • Review engineering shop drawings and determine if the contractor has complied with the final design parameters
  • Observe onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly
  • Performs quality assurance tasks, ensuring contractor’s work is properly inspected and corrective actions take place, ensures materials meet contract, reviews contractor submittals for compliance with contract requirements, and resolves conflicts
  • Monitors the construction contractor’s quality assurance and safety program
  • Observes onsite construction and determines if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly
  • Monitors construction progress vis-à-vis the project schedule and submits weekly progress reports with recommendations based on the technical review of project documents and field inspections
  • Performs technical inspections of the architectural elements of the project
  • Prepares construction reports detailing construction progress and identifies any problem with the construction process related to the incumbent’s area of expertise
    • After problems are discovered, evaluates contractor’s proposed remedy
  • Formulates solutions for the Project Director/Construction Manage
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the Project Director

Minimum Skills & Requirements

  • An architecture degree from an accredited university
  • Minimum of seven years of experience required on construction projects of similar scope and value to the project supported by this Task Order
  • Design office experience shall not count toward an employee’s experience
  • Must have Final Secret, Interim Top Secret (TS), or Final TS security clearance issued by Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) at the time of consideration
  • Knowledge of International Codes required
  • Must understand and be able to interpret drawings in his/her discipline and have an understanding of the principals of his/her discipline and how it fits in with other disciplines
  • Must be able to read design/construction drawings and be able to understand design narratives and calculations
  • Must be able to review shop drawings and submittals from the contractor and determine if coordination with other disciplines are necessary in addition to monitoring on-going construction work to identify problems or non-compliance with design or contract specifications
  • Knowledge of Construction Safety regulations, i.e., EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc.Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required.Other related duties as assigned by the Project Director
  • Overseas experience preferred
  • Work on the construction site will be performed to U.S. standards; the architect should have current working knowledge of acceptable products and procedures

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY

WORK LOCATION: FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE

PROJECT DURATION: 12 MONTHS WITH EXPECTED FOLLOW-ON WORK WITHIN THE OBO PROGRAM

COVID-19

All Federal contractor employees may still be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of work location (including work from home), except for those employees that work only in foreign countries. Full vaccination status is achieved two weeks after the final vaccine dose. This requirement does permit employees to request reasonable accommodations for medical or seriously-held religious reasons.

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

Scientific Research Corporation offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages excellence. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.





DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact srchr@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 

3.) Construction Manager

 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The contractor performs a wide range of construction management functions, assisting the OBO Project Director (PD) as a Construction Manager (CM) and management expert for planning, directing, managing, and coordinating the Department’s overseas construction projects, and working with assigned project team members to achieve the highest possible priority and effectiveness in meeting the scope, schedule and cost goals of the OBO Construction Management projects. In furtherance of these responsibilities, the contractor performs tasks and assignments that include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

    • Works closely with the PD or OBO Construction Management Construction Executive in coordinating the efforts of the OBO project staff providing leadership and guidance to the OBO project staff
    • Ensures that an appropriate safety and accident prevention plan is implemented on each project contract
    • Reviews, monitors and coordinates project safety issues with the Contractor, the Post Occupational Safety and Health Officer (POSHO), and the Safety Officer in CM’s Construction Support Division (OBO/CFSM/CS), in accordance with the requirements of the US Corp of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual and host country health and safety requirements when more stringent
    • Assists post and/or manages the work of the OBO CM Project Contractor(s) in planning, coordinating, evaluating, and scheduling the work to ensure that Project Contractor(s) meet required standards of quality, civil schedule, cost goals, and contract compliance
    • Develops working knowledge of all technical requirements of project
    • Provides Quality Assurance for ongoing construction project
    • Coordinates the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders
    • Interprets and explains plans and contract document terms to administrative staff, contractor superintendents, vendors, and OBO clients, representing the interests of OBO while ensuring the understanding of all that the Contracting Officer for the project contract is the only individual with authority to direct changes to the scope of work through written modifications
    • Ensures that the project contractor(s) have obtained any necessary licenses and permits; and that they are properly displayed with a copy in the project files prior to commencement of related works
    • Ensures project contractors provide appropriate supervision and quality control inspections of the work
    • Studies the International Building Code and job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods providing quality assurance inspections and field verification of all aspects of the contractor’s quality control program
    • Supervises owner-sponsored field / laboratory tests as required to verify the contractor’s quality control program
    • Confers with supervisory personnel, Post clients, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
    • Receives contractor submittals and reviews for completeness and determines whether OBO project staff, OBO Design Engineer, or the Architectural/Engineering (A/E) performing construction phase services shall review and provide comments and recommendations for acceptance of the submittals




  • Tracks the timeliness of submittals due from the contractor, their review by OBO, and response/return to the contractor
  • Evaluates contractor’s proposed submittal substitutions with construction engineering implications and makes recommendations to the PD concerning the disposition of the contractor’s request
  • Evaluates the necessity and accuracy of any contractor change order proposals; and prepares Statements of Work and Independent Government Estimates for modifications and change orders as may be required
  • Reviews and evaluates design calculations and data provided by the contractor(s) from a construction engineering perspective
  • Ensures that the project contractors maintain as-built documentation
  • Provides the PD with draft responses to the contractor’s and other organization’s requests for information
  • Reviews the contractor’s monthly pay request accurately represents the work performed by the Project Contractors
  • Ensures that materials for which payment has been requested are properly accounted for, in acceptable condition, and stored correctly
  • Maintains a “Daily Project Log” as defined in the Construction Management Guidebook
  • Prepares a CM Monthly Progress Report summarizing the status of construction projects
  • Publishes and distributes the CM Monthly Report as directed
  • Maintains progress photo albums for each contract project
  • Implements and monitors project reporting in accordance with the Construction Management Guidebook
  • Assists the Project Director and/or Post in acquiring and utilizing local construction professionals and construction contractors; and ensures scopes of services required of Local Employee Staff (LES) and local A/E firms are appropriately defined from an engineering standpoint
  • Supports the PD in all contract administration matters, including negotiation of modifications and/or claims and interpretation of contract requirements
  • Develops and maintains an inventory of property to include domestic and overseas project property procured for the CM Projects
  • Ensures that inventory reporting complies with the requirements of the Department, the Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM), and directions promulgated by the Office of the Deputy Director for Resource Management (OBO/RM)
  • Assists with the development of presentations, special reports, and special projects as related to the engineering aspects of the overseas construction program
  • Participates in project meetings and conferences as appropriate, and, when required, prepares minutes of project meetings
  • Cooperates and coordinates with the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and other members of the CM and OBO staff
  • Undertakes other duties, similar to those described above, as may be assigned by the COR

Minimum Skills & Requirements

  • An engineering, architecture, or construction management degree from an accredited program
    • A Professional Engineering License (PE) is acceptable in lieu of a degree
  • Minimum of seven years of experience required on construction projects of similar scope and dollar value to the project supported by this Task Order
  • Design office experience shall not count toward an employee’s experience
  • Must have Final Secret, Interim Top Secret (TS), or Final TS security clearance issued by the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) at the time of consideration
  • Knowledge of International Codes required
  • Experience in assessing and responding to Requests for Information (RFI)
  • Evaluates proposed submittal substitutions with engineering implications; makes recommendations to the Project Directo
  • Experience in reviewing and evaluating design calculations and data from an engineering perspective
  • Prepares Monthly Progress Reports and attends meetings summarizing project status, with emphasis on engineering
  • Knowledge of Construction Safety regulations, i.e. EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word require
  • Overseas experience is preferred
  • In addition to a Construction Management (CM) degree, candidates with demonstrated experience in Construction Management who possess ME, EE, Architecture and CE degrees (Bachelor’s or above) will also be considered

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL WITH TOP SECRET ELIGIBILITY

WORK LOCATION: FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE (U.S. EMBASSY)

PROJECT DURATION: 12 MONTHS WITH EXPECTED FOLLOW-ON WORK WITHIN THE OBO PROGRAM





COVID-19

All Federal contractor employees may still be required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, regardless of work location (including work from home), except for those employees that work only in foreign countries. Full vaccination status is achieved two weeks after the final vaccine dose. This requirement does permit employees to request reasonable accommodations for medical or seriously-held religious reasons.

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

Scientific Research Corporation offers a competitive salary, an extensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages excellence. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

We strongly believe in the abundance of differences among individuals. We value different points of view and appreciate diverse perspectives. We truly believe this is what makes our organization inclusive and more responsive to the needs of our diverse customers.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact srchr@scires.com for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

FILLING THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 





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Job Vacancies @ Planate Management Group – 2 Positions

Planate Management Group is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Construction Manager
2.) Architect

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Construction Manager

 

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in the South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

This is a 12-month project under the Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO) in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The project is described as a building envelope rehabilitation and interior restoration of the Chancery and Recreation Centre buildings.





The Construction Manager performs a wide range of construction management functions, assisting the OBO Project Director, and acts as the management expert for planning, directing, managing, and coordinating the Department’s overseas construction projects. Expected to work with assigned project team members to achieve the highest possible priority and effectiveness in meeting the scope, schedule and cost goals.

Our salary scale for the position is $100,000 to $140,000 per year. The offer will depend on candidate qualifications and years of experience

Key Responsibilities

    • Work closely with the Project Director or OBO Construction Management Construction Executive in coordinating the efforts of the project staff
    • Ensure that an appropriate safety and accident prevention plan is implemented
    • Review, monitor and coordinate project safety issues to be in accordance with the requirements of the US Corp of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual and host country health and safety requirements
    • Assist in planning, coordinating, evaluating and scheduling the work to meet the required standards of quality, schedule, cost and contract compliance
    • Interpret and explain plans and contract document terms to staff, contractors, vendors and clients
    • Ensure that the contractors have obtained all necessary licenses and permits
    • Determine appropriate construction methods providing quality assurance inspections and field verification of all aspects of the quality control program
    • Discuss and resolve issues such as work procedures, complaints and construction problems
    • Comment and recommend contractor submittals, and tracks the timeliness of submittals due from the contractor
    • Evaluate contractor’s proposed submittal substitutions and change order proposals with construction engineering implications and recommend disposition of the request
    • Review the contractor’s monthly pay request accurately to represent the work performed
    • Ensures materials are properly accounted for, in acceptable condition and stored correctly
    • Prepare and submit a Monthly Progress Report summarizing the status of construction projects




  • Support all contract administration matters, including negotiation of modifications and/or claims
  • Participate in project meetings and conferences and prepare minutes of the project meetings
  • Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Qualifications To Be Successful In The Role

  • Must possess a Final Secret, Interim Top Secret (ITS) or Final Top Secret (TS) clearance
  • Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or Architecture from an accredited university in the United States
  • At least 7 years of experience on construction projects of similar scope and dollar value
  • Professional License (PE) is preferred and acceptable in lieu of a degree
  • Preferably with overseas experience
  • Must be able to understand and interpret drawings and understand the principals as connected with other disciplines
  • Develop working knowledge of all technical requirements of the project
  • Able to provide Quality Assurance for ongoing construction projects
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in OBO projects with expert knowledge in envelope installation
  • With good understanding of the Embassy organization and working in an active Embassy that must remain operational
  • Experienced in Projnet and reviewing construction submittals and AE drawings
  • Knowledge of Construction Safety regulations (EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc)
  • Must be knowledgeable on international codes
  • Able to review contractor submittals
  • Experienced in Requests for Information (RFI) assessments and appropriate responses
  • Able to coordinate the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders
  • Experienced in reviewing and evaluating design calculations and data from an engineering perspective
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

COVID 19 PROTOCOL: Due to the nature of work, the successful candidate will be required to comply with all Federal guidelines regarding vaccination for all employees and contractors (as applicable in the respective U.S. State or outlying area). Please refer to Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors for more information.

Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.





Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Professionally, Up and Down The Line.

Full-Time Employees Enjoy The Following Benefits

  • Travel and housing allowance
  • Post differential
  • Medical insurance
  • 401K plan eligibility upon hire
  • Health and Savings Account plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Wellness Offering
  • Training and Development
  • License/Certification support
  • Recognition and Rewards program
  • Travel Insurance

Visit our career site https://planate.com/careers/ to know more about our other openings.

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client’s mission!

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 

2.) Architect

 

Planate Management Group (PMG) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia and Orlando, Florida USA with a technical support center in the South East Asia and East Africa, that provides program management and facilities engineering services worldwide. Planate is a small business provider of planning, design, infrastructure management, technical consulting, engineering, and construction management services in support of the US Department of Defense (DOD) and its Service (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps) missions, along with other US federal agencies, all over the world.

This is a 12-month project under the Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO) in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The project is described as a building envelope rehabilitation and interior restoration of the Chancery and Recreation Centre buildings.

The Project Architect will provide OBO/Freetown a full range of critical architectural and construction quality assurance, management and technical oversight of the Freetown Façade MCI project. This position will be responsible for performing technical inspections, monitoring the contractor’s quality control program, and reviewing project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance. This position is established to support, assist and ensure the completion of the Freetown Project in accordance with the contract requirements.

Our salary scale for the position is $100,000 to $140,000 per year. The offer will depend on candidate’s qualifications and years of experience





Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure that the contractor is performing the required contract work in accordance with the design documents
  • Review engineering shop drawings and determine if the contractor has complied with the design parameters
  • Observe onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed and executed properly
  • Perform quality assurance tasks, ensure contractor’s work is properly inspected, corrective actions have been done, review contractor submittals and resolve conflicts
  • Monitor the contractor’s quality assurance and safety program
  • Monitor construction project schedule and provide weekly progress reports
  • Perform technical inspections of the architectural elements of the project
  • Prepare construction reports detailing the progress and identify any problem with the process in relation with the architecture work
  • Formulate and recommend architectural solutions to problems
  • Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Qualifications To Be Successful In The Role

  • Must possess a Final Secret, Interim Top Secret (ITS) or Final Top Secret (TS) clearance
  • Degree in Architecture from an accredited university in the United States
  • At least 7 years of experience on construction projects of similar scope and dollar value
  • Professional License (RA) is preferred and acceptable in lieu of a degree
  • Preferably with overseas experience
  • Must be able to understand and interpret drawings and understand the principals as connected with other disciplines
  • Develop working knowledge of all technical requirements of the project
  • Able to provide Quality Assurance for ongoing construction projects
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in OBO projects with expert knowledge in envelope installation
  • With good understanding of the Embassy organization and working in an active Embassy that must remain operational
  • Experienced in Projnet and reviewing construction submittals and drawings
  • Knowledge of Construction Safety regulations (EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc)
  • Must be knowledgeable on international codes
  • Able to review contractor submittals
  • Experienced in Requests for Information (RFI) assessments and appropriate responses
  • Able to coordinate the development of Independent Government Estimates (IGEs) for modifications and change orders
  • Experienced in reviewing and evaluating design calculations and data from an architecture perspective
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

COVID 19 PROTOCOL: Due to the nature of work, the successful candidate will be required to comply with all Federal guidelines regarding vaccination for all employees and contractors (as applicable in the respective U.S. State or outlying area). Please refer to Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors for more information.





Why Planate?

Planate Management Group is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Joining the Planate team opens you to an experience working for a Global company where you are among a team that is considered a premier trusted partner for planning, design, engineering, asset management, and professional service solutions anytime, anywhere. We Take Care of Our Own; Personally, and Professionally, Up and Down The Line.

Full-Time Employees Enjoy The Following Benefits

  • Travel and housing allowance
  • Post differential
  • Medical insurance
  • 401K plan eligibility upon hire
  • Health and Savings Account plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Wellness Offering
  • Training and Development
  • License/Certification support
  • Recognition and Rewards program
  • Travel Insurance

Visit our career site https://planate.com/careers/ to know more about our other openings.

We’d love for you to be a part of our Global workforce, helping us serve as an effective and integrated partner to advance every client’s mission!

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 





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