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

1.) Warehouse Assistant – Inbound
2.) Warehouse Officer – Inventory
3.) Warehouse Officer – Inbound

 

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 centre and to referral hospitals.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Warehouse Assistant – Inbound

 

Position Overview

The Warehouse Assistant, Inbound is responsible for physically receiving items to the warehouse from purchase orders and shipments, checking lot and expiry dates, putting itmes away by lot and expiration date on shelves and floor storage, labelling items with PIH item codes, and maintaining document storage/filing systems. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe and clean working environment and conducing tasks according to standard operating procedures required to maintain an accurate inventory.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific Responsibilities:

Physically count received quantities and identify packing list discrepancies

Label and put items away on shelves/floor storage by lot and expiration date

Maintain filing system and ensure documents are archived

Support warehouse cleaning, ensuring environment is free of dirt and dust

Follow all safety codes

Follow all security procedures

Carry out tasks as assigned by the Warehouse Officer and Manager.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle

Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others

Minimum Certificate/diploma in Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Disciplined and ready to take security seriously

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment

Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions

Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Interest in social justice and health care

Professional proficiency in Krio is required. Proficiency in English is desired

Must not hold dual employment.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment

PIH is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. PIH is committed to safeguarding staff, children and communities with whom we work, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records checks.

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 Partner 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.

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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday,18th November, 2021.

 

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2.) Warehouse Officer – Inventory

Position Overview

The Warehouse Officer, Inventory is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory both physically and in OpenBoxes, PIH’s supply chain management software system. The Warehouse Officer, Inventory plays an essential role in ensuring that data is entered accurately and on time and that inventory in Openboxes is regularly updated and maintained, which directly contributes to the accuracy of PIH’s reorder and budget forecasts, as well as the success of PIH’s annual audit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific Responsibilities:

Confirm quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates of items on hand in OpenBoxes are physically in stock at the warehouse

Ensure all items in stock physically are recorded appropriately in OpenBoxes

Enter inventory adjustments needed as a result of the cycle count process or annual inventories

Proactively identify data errors and work with supply chain team members to correct and find solutions to avoid future errors (example: new item creation, inventory adjustments)

Provide back-up data entry support to Freetown office supply chain colleagues as needed

Participate in training supply chain colleagues on OpenBoxes functionality as needed

Operate with a high level of integrity and responsibility

Follow all security protocols

Support supply chain colleagues with other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

Minimum Higher Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Minimum 3 years’ combined experience in finance, procurement, and/or logistics domains, preferably in international organizations dedicated to humanitarian programs with demonstrated experience in handling emergencies.

Demonstrated ability in managing competing tasks and priorities; skilled in using Microsoft Office software specifically Excel and Outlook

Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle

Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others

Disciplined and ready to take security seriously

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment

Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions

Having fast analytical skills for risk assessment and able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with multicultural staff, suppliers, and partners

Interest in social justice and health care

Professional proficiency in English is required

Must not hold dual employment.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment

PIH is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. PIH is committed to safeguarding staff, children and communities with whom we work, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records checks.

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 Partner 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.

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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday,18th November, 2021.

 

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3.) Warehouse Officer – Inbound

Position Overview

The Warehouse Officer is responsible for receiving items into the warehouse both physically and in OpenBoxes, doing physical check for lot numbers and quantities, and ensuring match between OpenBoxes receipt and physical receipt. Items enter the warehouse though purchase orders, international shipments, and local shipments. When items are received, the Warehouse Officer will update OpenBoxes, PIH’s supply chain management software system, and ensure the goods are properly stored or distributed as required. The Warehouse Officer plays an essential role in ensuring that data is entered accurately and on time, which directly contributes to the accuracy of PIH’s reorder and budget forecasts, as well as the success of PIH’s annual audit.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific Responsibilities:

Confirm quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates of items received in OpenBoxes

Ensure incoming shipments are received in OpenBoxes a timely fashion, upon physical check of all quantities, lot numbers, and expiration dates

Ensure all outgoing transactions are registered in OpenBoxes at time of issue. In case of internet outage, transactions should be entered as soon as possible after internet returns

Enter inventory adjustments needed as a result of the cycle count process or annual inventories

Proactively identify data errors and work with supply chain team members to correct and find solutions to avoid future errors (example: new item creation, inventory adjustments)

Provide back-up data entry support to Freetown office supply chain colleagues as needed

Participate in training supply chain colleagues on OpenBoxes functionality as needed

Operate with a high level of integrity and responsibility

Follow all security protocols

Communicate about status of incoming goods to recipients

Support supply chain colleagues with other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

Minimum Higher Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Minimum 3 years’ combined experience in finance, procurement, and/or logistics domains, preferably in international organizations dedicated to humanitarian programs with demonstrated experience in handling emergencies

Demonstrated ability in managing competing tasks and priorities; skilled in using Microsoft Office software specifically Excel and Outlook

Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle

Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others

Disciplined and ready to take security seriously

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment

Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions

Having fast analytical skills for risk assessment and able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with multicultural staff, suppliers, and partners

Interest in social justice and health care

Professional proficiency in English is required

Must not hold dual employment.

Commitment to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment

PIH is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. PIH is committed to safeguarding staff, children and communities with whom we work, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records checks.

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 Partner 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.

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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday,18th November, 2021.

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United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Logistics Assistant G5
2.) Storekeeper G4
3.) Programme Policy Officer (Project Coordinator)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Logistics Assistant G5

 

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world

achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This position is located in WFP Office, Freetown. Job holders report to Logistics Officer, a Head of Unit, or the designate. At this level, job holders are expected to take responsibility for completion of a range of processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines/practices for all assistance modalities for both WFP and logistics common services. Job holders are able to recommend a course of action to staff at various levels and may allocate tasks to other support staff.

JOB PURPOSE

To implement well-defined standard logistics/supply chain processes and activities to enable effective delivery of goods and services for all delivery modalities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

•  Provide support to logistics operations and activities, following standard processes and facilitating, directly or indirectly, the effective delivery of food assistance to beneficiaries.
•  Support timely ordering and delivery of commodities and supplies to authorised partners and destinations.
•  Support management of logistics vendors’ contracting activities including performance monitoring and measurement.

•  Respond to a variety of technical queries/requests for support, following standard processes, and obtaining guidance as required, to ensure timely and accurate resolution of all enquiries with a high standard of client service mind-set.

•  Contribute to budget preparation, monitoring and revision for all delivery modalities, ensuring adherence to relevant procedures and in compliance with corporate standards.
•  Assist in monitoring inventory management processes to track trends and account for the inventory status from source to beneficiary.
•  Assist in management of commodity accounting data quality and integrity.
•  Support operational pipeline analyses, assessments and operational planning for all delivery modalities.
•  Process documentation for execution of logistics operations (e.g. customs clearance, invoice verification), take appropriate actions to resolve operational issues escalating various issues to the supervisor.
•  Collect and compile data, produce and/or contribute to reports (e.g. CCTI, SPRs, financial closure, physical inventory, transport performance) and ensure information accuracy in corporate systems in support to informed decision-making.
•  Liaise with internal and limited number of external stakeholders to support efficient logistics operations management.
•  Provide guidance to other support staff, in order to assist them in completing standard tasks to agreed standards and deadlines.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.

Experience: Four or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream.

General Service (Field): Fluency in both oral and written communication in the UN language in use at the duty station and in the duty station’s language, if different.

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

•  Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Helps teammates articulate WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
•  Be a force for positive change: Suggests potential improvements to team’s work processes to supervisor.

•  Make the mission inspiring to our team: Explains the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities to teammates. cv54jW5 DmltJU
•  Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Articulates how own unit’s responsibilities will serve WFP’s mission.

People

•  Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Trains junior teammates on new skills and capabilities.
•  Create an inclusive culture: Seeks opportunities to work with people from different backgrounds.
•  Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Serves as a peer coach for colleagues in same area of work.
•  Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Tracks progress toward goals and shares this information on a regular basis with supervisor.

Performance

•  Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Explores ways to consistently be more efficient and accurate in own areas of work and shares new methods of work with colleagues.
•  Focus on getting results: Focuses on getting results and tracks trends in completion rates for own tasks to identify opportunities for efficiency.
•  Make commitments and make good on commitments: Takes responsibility for own tasks and notifies supervisor as soon as possible of potential delays in meeting deadlines or commitments.
•  Be Decisive: Independently decides what action to take when faced with critical choices in the workplace or in dangerous situations in the field.

Partnership

•  Connect and share across WFP units: Suggests opportunities for partnering with other units to supervisor.
•  Build strong external partnerships: Identifies opportunities to work with colleagues and partners in the field towards common goals.
•  Be politically agile & adaptable: Develops an understanding of the value of WFP’s teams and external partners in fulfilling team’s goals and objectives.
•  Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Aligns own activities with supervisor’s priorities to fulfill internal and external partner needs.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

Capability Name

Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level

Supply Chain Management and Optimization

Displays aptitude at monitoring and reporting on supply chain operations to enable teams to efficiently assess the performance and sustainability of current networks.

Planning, Project & Resource Management

Supports the planning, forecasting & resource management efforts of own team by collecting data from diverse sources.

Information Management & Reporting

Collates accurate and timely information and data to enable informed decision making on reporting within individual unit and consequently the greater humanitarian community.

Market Analysis, Contracting and Operational Execution

Ability to collect and collate necessary information to enable WFP to make informed operational decisions.

Warehouse and Inventory Management

Demonstrates ability to implement operational warehouse procedures and normative guidance in order to manage WFP’s warehouse, handle inventory effectively through corporate systems, and ensure loss mitigation.

Technical Assistance and Coordination

Demonstrates awareness of the importance of technical assistance and coordination with key stakeholders and an ability to carry out logistics activities, respecting individual mandates and programme priorities.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

•  Experience using corporate systems to monitor ongoing shipments, pipeline information, insurance claims, and food stock.
•  Experience analysing data (on commodities, funds, etc.) and drafting reports.
•  Experience in measuring service providers’ performance against set KPIs.
•  Experience in assisting the preparation of contract documentation.
•  Experience in providing technical business support in corporate systems.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Position open to Sierra Leonean Nationals only

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WFP offers a competitive compensation package which will be determined by the contract type and selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The contract duration is 12 months for Fixed Term Contract holders.

Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP.

http://www.wfp.org Click on: “Our work” and “Countries” to learn more about WFP’s operations.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

29 October 2021

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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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2.) Storekeeper G4

 

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This position is located in WFP Field Office, Makeni. Job holders report to the Warehouse Management Assistant/Associate or the designate. Job holders are exposed to all phases of the warehouse operations and work with minimum supervision. They may provide supervision and on-the-job training to other warehouse staff.

JOB PURPOSE

To handle receipt/dispatch and verification of commodities in order to maximise quality of warehouse operations and mitigate losses, and to support the best storage management practices in compliance with WFP warehouse standards and established guidelines.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

• •  Effectively receive/dispatch commodities including transhipment (truck to truck) against official approved documentation (e.g. waybills and/or delivery notes) ensuring accuracy in physical count of commodities including the quality in compliance with the established standards.
  •  Prepare, verify and sign off warehouse and transport documents, and maintain confidential files and accurate warehouse transaction records to ensure immediate reporting on commodity movements in line with the corporate requirements.
  •  Conduct daily warehouse closing reconciliation and accurate inventory checks supporting internal control systems in compliance with the warehouse management requirements.
  •  Perform daily inspections and prepare reports on the quantity and quality of the commodities received/dispatched and handled, detect promptly and analyse reasons for stock discrepancies/damages, investigate missing quantity and prepare warehouse loss reports recommending appropriate solutions, to enable informed decision-making.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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3.) Programme Policy Officer (Project Coordinator)

 

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance

How to Apply

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

 

 

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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. In Sierra Leone Concern Worldwide programmes focus on health, education and livelihood improvements in the framework of addressing challenges in relation to lack of (or low return on) assets, inequality and risk and vulnerability. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in three areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Urban and peri-urban areas in Freetown and the surrounding the Western Area.

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

Job Title: Store Keeper

Reports to: Base Manager

Direct reports: Not Applicable

Liaises with: Programme and Systems Staff

Job Location: Port Loko

Contract Details: Fixed term

 

Job Purpose:

To be responsible for the management of Concern World wide’s Warehousing operations in Port Loko for Concern programmes and Systems, assuring efficient utilization of human, material and financial resources in consistency with Concern’s procedures and policies.

Main duties & Responsibilities:

∙ Manage the Port Loko stores to ensure the proper maintenance of stock records and under take regular stock checks within each store.

∙ Liaise with all departments to advice on receipt of goods and details for onward transporta tion where necessary.

∙ Maintain clear lines of communication with Freetown and Magburaka Procurement depart ments in terms of stock movement.

∙ Ensuring the maintenance of stock and records in the ware house by providing reports, inspecting the stores, checking on systems etc.

∙ Reporting stock movements and maintaining a centralized stock record of all supplies in the field.

∙ Documenting receipt of goods from local and international suppliers and Concern Dublin.

Others:

∙ Be aware of, understand and comply with all of Concern’s policies and procedures (P4, finance, logistics, HR, security management etc.).

∙ Contribute to ongoing security management and planning as necessary.

∙ Actively participate in any emergency response if called upon to do so (within the existing pro gramme area or in a new one).

∙ Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Country Director or 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

∙ Certificate or diploma in Stores related courses.

∙ At least 3 years’ experience in stores works in an INGO or the UN.

Desirable

∙ Speaks Temne

 

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.

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:

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

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

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

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

2 New London Avenue, Off Sheriff Street, Port Loko by Advocacy Radio – 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 15th October ,2021

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Abt Associates is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Office Assistant / Warehouse Manager
2.) Finance Assistant
3.) Entomology / Insectary Field Technician
4.) Driver

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Office Assistant / Warehouse Manager

 

Job Description

Organization Overview

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance€”as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

Project Description

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

Location: Waterloo

Job Summary

Under the supervision of Country Operations Manager, the Warehouse Manager is responsible for inventory management, and assuring that commodities used in IRS campaigns are secure and safely stored at the project’s main warehouse. This position will help arrange for the logistics of delivering of all IRS commodities to IRS campaign camp sites in various locations, and assuring accurate inventory counts for all IRS commodities being used during the IRS campaign. The Warehouse Manager will be expected to liaise regularly with the store keepers at each IRS operation site to assure all needed IRS campaign commodities are in-stock, and collections of IRS campaign wastes are on-going and transported back to the central warehouse.

Key Roles and Responsibilitie s

• • Receipt and quality control of delivered goods to project warehouse.
  • Processing appropriate supply chain documentation and updating stock cards to assure an accurate count of IRS commodities at the central warehouse.
  • Managing the project’s inventory control system during the IRS campaign, including storage, quality control, inventory record-keeping, and inventory reporting.
  • Working with the project staff to supervise the storage, distribution, and transport of IRS commodities to all IRS campaign camp sites, to assure they have the necessary equipment to complete IRS.
  • Working with the project staff to supervise store keepers and operation site store rooms.
  • Assuring accurate and exact knowledge of IRS commodities at the central warehouse, and at each camp site store room at any given time.
  • Ensuring that at the end of the IRS campaign, the personal protective equipments (PPEs) and commodities are retrieved from the districts and are accurately recorded in the stock register.
  • In collaboration with the Environmental Compliance Officer:
    • Ensuring that all health and safety measures are in place and followed at all store and spraying locations.
    • Ensuring the clearance and proper disposal of all waste material and excess items from project stores.
    • Complete on timely manner with high accuracy any others actvities assigned by the Operation manager or Chief of Party.

Preferred Qualifications

• • • High School Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain Management, Administration, or other relevant field with at least 2 years’ relevant experience (desireable).
    • Significant experience in supply chain management and the storage of health commodities.
    • Demonstrated experience in warehouse/stores management.
    • Excellent management, supervisory, organizational, computer, and writing skills.
    • Experience with international donor projects preferred.
    • English language fluency.

Minimum Qualifications

• • • (1) year of experience and high school diploma OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

How to Apply

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2.) Finance Assistant

 

Job Description

Organization Overview

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance€”as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

Project Description

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 26 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Country Finance & Administration Manager, the Finance Assistant records project financial transactions, posts to appropriate projects and tasks, prepares periodic financial statements and reports, and keeps the records of the accounts books up to date.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Finance & Administration Manager to establish and implement proper accounting procedures, systems and internal controls following the financial procedures manual of the company.
• Prepares payroll for seasonal staff and other regular payments with due consideration to deductions (for advances, loans, taxes, etc.).
• Checks petty cash payments and periodically reconciles petty cash balances for the main office and field offices.
• Prepare financial documents for mobile payment.
• Ensure that the phone number is registered on the mobile payment service provider system.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of payment document for mobile payment.
• Scan financial documents for the ROV (vouchers, contracts, timesheets, proves of payments etc.…).
• Ensures that periodic inventory of the fixed assets (property) of the company is conducted.
• Organize the financial document filing system from the field offices.
• Perform other duties as necessary and assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, Business, or another relevant field.
• At least four (4) years of professional relevant experience.
• Experience working at international development programs, with experience at USAID-funded programs highly desirable.
• Experience in payroll management, petty cash management, financial reporting, and budget tracking.
• Experience in inventory management is desirable.
• A self-starter that is able to perform under pressure is preferred.
• A strong command of financial and other computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, Quicken, Access, etc.
• English language capability.

Minimum Qualifications

• (4+) years of experience and bachelor degree OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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3.) Entomology / Insectary Field Technician

 

Job Description

Organization Overview

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance€”as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

Job Summary

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries and Cambodia and Colombia where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

Under the supervision of the Entomology Field Coordinator, the Entomology/Insectary Field Technician will assist in timely and high-quality field entomological work and will assist the Entomology Field Coordinator with managing the insectary and laboratory.

Location: Makeni, Sierra Leone

Key Roles And Responsibilities

Support implementation of the following set of entomological field activities:

• Establishment of sentinel sites
• Monitor vector behavior on monthly basis in the targeted sentinel districts using World Health Organization (WHO) standard mosquito sampling methods
• Participate in other field activities as required
• Assist with procurement requests related to the field entomological activities
• Conduct the morphological identification of the mosquitoes collected and label them properly
• Conduct ovary dissection on the unfed malaria vectors
• Make proper and timely recording on the data collection forms and data entry
• Conduct larvae collections
• Assist in monitoring vector susceptibility tests of currently used and candidate insecticides on an annual basis
• Follow standardized protocols for rearing of mosquito colonies
• Assist with daily care of the mosquito colony maintained in the insectary
• Ensure that required supplies and equipment are in stock and organized
• Maintain the cleanliness in the insectary, laboratory and all supported areas
• Maintain the cleanliness and order of the insectary storage areas
• Follow all insectary practices in compliance with health and safety directives
• Assist in rearing of animals for mosquitoes blood feeding
• Adhere to the Standard Operational Procedures for these activities
• Support Entomology Field Coordinator, when required, in managing the laboratory activities and insectary operations
• Assist with any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Preferred Skills / Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s Degree (required), in bio-chemistry, laboratory, veterinary or other related health field
• At least one (1) year of experience in laboratory or veterinary work
• Knowledge in computer skills (able to run programs such as Microsoft word, Excel)
• Knowledge of English
• Experience with laboratory animal rearing is an added advantage
• At least 4 years relevant experience

Minimum Qualifications

• ( 4+ ) years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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4.) Driver

 

Job Description

Organization Overview

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance€”as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

Project Description

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded PMI VectorLink Project. The project will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries, Cambodia, and Colombia where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

Job Summary

In Sierra Leone, under the supervision of the Finance and Administration Manager the Driver operates and maintains project vehicles to meet the transportation needs of the VectorLink Sierra Leone Project. This position is based in Freetown with frequent travel to other provinces.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Drive project, and project affiliated personnel to project sites within the base location, and throughout the project implementation area for project activities, including official site visits
• Maintain up-to-date record keeping systems for vehicle issues, including fuel, mileage, and trip logs
• Observe all company vehicle utilization policies, in country traffic laws
• Responsible for maintenance of project vehicle, keeping accurate records, and following a schedule of routine maintenance, cleaning, etc.
• Ensure the readiness of the vehicle for transport service by checking oil, water, fuel and other parts of the vehicle prior to driving
• Perform project routine business around the province, such as receiving and delivering official project documentation to and from district office, general office purchasing
• Purchase of basic cleaning and kitchen supplies and assist in the purchase of other project authorized items
• Perform relevant general service activities such as collection of proforma, processing customs duty clearances and tax exemptions
• Make arrangements for repairs, maintenance, and improvements to the office, as requested by the project management
• Regularly check post office boxes, collect and dispatch letters, parcels and other correspondence, and perform other local errands

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of Secondary School is highly desirable
• Valid Sierra Leone Driver’s License
• At least one year prior experience in commercial driving
• Thorough knowledge of local traffic laws and area traffic patterns
• Excellent driving record and experience in traveling through the base location and other key areas of the country
• Previous work experience on a development project is desirable
• The ability to communicate in basic English is desirable

Minimum Qualifications

• 0-1 Year of experience

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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Vacancy Announcement

Applications are invited from a qualified and experienced person for the post of Storekeeper for a period  of 2 years subject to renewal of contract in the Bible Society of Sierra Leone, 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo  Cross, Freetown

Overall Responsibility will include but not limited to:

1. To exercise general control over all activities in Stores Department

2. To ensure safe keeping both as to quality and quantity of materials.

3. To maintain proper records.

4. To initiate purchase requisitions for the replacement of stock of all regular stores items whenever  the stock level of any item of store approaches the minimum limit fixed in respect thereof.5. To check and receive purchased materials forwarded by the receiving department and to arrange  for the storage in appropriate places.

6. To issue materials only in required quantities against authorised requisition notes/material lists.

Requirement: 

• Knowledge of proper bookkeeping and inventory management
• Familiarity with standard concepts and best practices in a stockroom or warehouse  environment
• Analytical mind with ability to make accurate mathematical computations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Competencies in data entry, analysis, and management
• Keen attention to detail and ability to effectively manage time
• Skills to operate common office equipment
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in storekeeping, inventory control, or recordkeeping
• Valid driver’s license will be an added advantage
• Physical ability to frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds, and  occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Age range: 30-40 years
• Active and committed Christian.
• Must be married and in good relationship with spouse

Method of Application

Hard copies of Application including a recent passport size photograph, Curriculum Vitae, Copies of all  certificate and Diplomas, as well as contact details of three referees (no relation) should be addressed to  the General Secretary, Bible Society of Sierra Leone, 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo Cross on a brown  envelop marked “Confidential” at the top left-hand corner.

And on soft copy Email:

mosesay27@gmail.com

Closing date for receipt of Application is Wednesday 18th August, 2021. 

Only Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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Grade: 8B

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Reports to: Supply Chain Manager

Closing Date: 5th July 2021

 

PROGRAM BACKGROUND:

Present in Sierra Leone since 1999, IRC supports the Sierra Leonean institutions – government, civil society, community-based organizations, and private sector – to provide improved social services, decrease youth unemployment and mitigate gender-based violence.  IRC do this through programs and partnerships designed to improve the life of women, youth, and children by implementing Health, Education, Youth and Gender Based Violence programming.  IRC has a Country Program office in Freetown, a regional Field Office in Kenema, a Field Office in Kono, Kailahun and Bo.

 

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Warehouse Officer in Freetown is responsible for providing support to the day-to-day supply chain management of the IRC Freetown Supply Chain Department including mainly stores management, materials/supplies movement and facilities management.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

1. Warehouse Safety Materials Receiving and Dispatch

• Manage and document materials receiving process (handling, storage)

• Inspection of materials during dispatch and up to date documentation

• Liaise with the Supply Chain Manager and advise Program of potential inventory shortages and provide update on stock level.

• Manage all Contribution in Kind (CIK) and Closed Grant Inventory

• Organize the replenishment of field Drugs Warehouse as need arise based on an approve requisition.

• Implement GSC SOPs on Pharmaceutical inventory management.

• Organize a cool chain system and ensure “keep-cool” items are handled appropriately.

 

2. Warehouse Documentation

• Update stock cards, bin cards and inventory system regularly

• Implement standard warehouse documentation processes i.e., Delivery Report, Waybills, Store Release, Bin Cards, Stock Cards.

• Maintain the Warehouse activity book recording (i.e., Warehouse Register) for all outgoing and incoming receipts and activities.

• Ensure Warehouse Authorization Schedule is up to date and display.

 

3. Warehouse Controls

• Participate and produce accurate report for Year End Counts exercise

• Fully participate in 20% inventory cycle count for all stock kept in the warehouse.

• Conduct internal inventory checks and keep records of all records including cycle count.

• Implement (FIFO, FEFO, LIFO) procedures for goods in the warehouse.

• Ensure Warehouse is restricted to visitors with appropriate signs display in strategic location.

• Manage casual laborers in the warehouse.

 

4. Warehouse safety and maintenance

• Implement and ensure clear safety procedures.

• Ensure the maintenance of warehouse building(s), fittings and equipment.

• Ensure warehouse is regular fumigated against pest, rats, rodents etc.,

• Maintain and service fire extinguishers regularly.

 

5. Reporting

The Warehouse Officer is responsible for preparing and submitting accurate:

• Inventory reports to supervisor and Supply chain coordinator by 1st of every month.

• Support with developing and updating of warehouse material distribution plans as required.

 

Warehouse Officer Competency’s matrix:

 

The Warehouse Officer competency matrix is the primary supporting document to this job description and the Inventory must ensure that all tasks are preformed to standard.

 

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

External: Suppliers, NGO’s, visitors from other IRC countries and Donors, Auditors or Implementing Partners who may visit the Kenema Field Office.

Internal: The Warehouse Assistant will work closely with the Supply Chain, procurement, and Admin officers and also the Field Manager, Program managers and coordinators, and with other IRC Staff from other IRC locations.

 

QUALIFICATIONS  

Education (Knowledge):

• Diploma from a recognized university or college in logistic/ business administration or similar professional qualification.

• Computer literacy and ability to use Microsoft Office.

 

Experience:

• At least two years of prior experience in a similar position with an INGO

 

Skills and Abilities:

Preferred:

• Honest, reliable and trustworthy.

• Ability to work extra hours and on weekends if required

• Ability to maintain the highest degree of discretion, confidentiality and a strong sense of personal integrity.

1. Knowledge of store-keeping and asset management would be an advantage

• Proven skills in House Keeping (i.e., neatness, orderliness etc) with strong organizational experience.

• Excellent organization. Attention to detail, closely following established procedures.

• Ability to organize task, plan work well and identify priorities.

• Must have good health record, Ability to work under pressure especially in times of emergency with ability to work independently.

• Honest, responsible and in good physical condition to meet the demands of job.

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English well.

2. Computer proficiency a must

3. Highly motivated and solutions-oriented individual with ability to work independently and ability to use initiative.

• Ability to multi-task.

 

Mandatory:

• Committed to the mission and principles of the International Rescue Committee.

• Operational management – understand IRC policies and systems and applies them effectively.

• The ability to work within a team environment.

• Ability to work with all grades of staff;

• The ability to solve basic problems;

• Can identify issues and problems early and inform line manager;

• Respectful both within the organisation and with external interactions;

• The ability to adapt and learn, accept constructive criticism and instructions from superiors;

• Can communicate well both verbally and in basic written communication across all departments;

• Lives up to commitments and works towards the aims of the organisation.

Standards for professional Conduct (IRC Way)

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

 

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Mode of Application:

All applications must be done using the below link and should include a cover letter, updated CV, names of three referees and their active telephone and email contacts, copies of professional certificates and testimonials.

 

 

Please ensure that all attached files are less than 2 megabytes (2MB) for any one message that is sent.

A copy of your application letter, updated CV, labour card and all other supporting documents should be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour – New England or to the nearest Ministry of Labour office nationwide.

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The Aberdeen Women’s Centre (AWC) is a Non-Governmental charitable hospital located in Aberdeen, Freetown providing free surgical services to the women of Sierra Leone for correction of disorders arising from protracted labor; we are also providing free maternity services and an outpatient pediatric clinic for children between birth and fifteen years old.
For its operations, AWC is looking for qualified Sierra Leoneans to fill the following position:

 

Position: Stores Officer
Job Type: Full time
No of position: 1
Job Location: Aberdeen Freetown
Department: Procurement and Stores
Reports to: Procurement Supervisor

 

Job Overview of the Role
The Stores Officer will be responsible for issuing out drugs and medical supplies from stores and ensure proper stocking of the day activities

 

Specific Roles
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
Enter daily data on supplies issued out
Process request to the procurement team for weekly restocking of the stores
Assist with the unloading of containers, sorting, storing and labelling of supplies
Make sure supplies are always available as and when needed for patient care
Keep track of expired drugs and medical supplies in the store areas
Keep store areas clean and organized, report any problems with AC or fridges to maintenance
Any other tasks as assigned by his / her supervisor

Personnel Specifications Required

Essential
Diploma in Business Administration, Logistic or related field
Basic computer skills, (Microsoft excel and outlook)
Good attitude, willingness to work hard and to learn
Strong attention to detail
At least one year experience in store management
Desirable
Ability to establish goals, structures and processes necessary to implement the organisation’s mission and strategic vision.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong organisational skills.

How to apply
Applicants should send their CV (max pages) and a one page Cover Letter to the Human Resources and Admin Manager, Aberdeen Women’s Centre via email to:

awc.recruitment@aberdeenwomenscentre.org

with the subject line “Stores Officer” not later than Friday 28th May 2021.
We are an equal opportunities employer”. Women are strongly encourage to apply.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Disclaimer: Careerical eConsult posts job listings for the convenience of job seekers. We do not endorse or recommend employers, and a posting does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Careerical eConsult explicitly makes no representations or guarantees about positions listed on our website. Careerical eConsult is not responsible for safety, wages, working conditions, or other aspects of employment.  It is the responsibility of applicants to research the integrity of the organizations to which they are applying. We advise you to use caution and common sense when applying for any position with an organization or private party.

Job Description

Organization Overview

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance€”as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

Project Description

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

 

Job Summary

 

Under the supervision of Country Operations Manager, the Warehouse Manager is responsible for inventory management, and assuring that commodities used in IRS campaigns are secure and safely stored at the project’s main warehouse.  This position will help arrange for the logistics of delivering of all IRS commodities to IRS campaign camp sites in various locations, and assuring accurate inventory counts for all IRS commodities being used during the IRS campaign. The Warehouse Manager will be expected to liaise regularly with the store keepers at each IRS operation site to assure all needed IRS campaign commodities are in-stock, and collections of IRS campaign wastes are on-going and transported back to the central warehouse.

 

Key Roles and Responsibilities

 

• Receipt and quality control of delivered goods to project warehouse.
• Processing appropriate supply chain documentation and updating stock cards to assure an accurate count of IRS commodities at the central warehouse.
• Managing the project’s inventory control system during the IRS campaign, including storage, quality control, inventory record-keeping, and inventory reporting.
• Working with the project staff to supervise the storage, distribution, and transport of IRS commodities to all IRS campaign camp sites, to assure they have the necessary equipment to complete IRS.
• Working with the project staff to supervise store keepers and  operation site store rooms.
• Assuring accurate and exact knowledge of IRS commodities at the central warehouse, and at each camp site store room at any given time.
• Ensuring that at the end of the IRS campaign, the personal protective equipments (PPEs) and commodities are retrieved from the districts and are accurately recorded in the stock register.
• In collaboration with the Environmental Compliance Officer:
  • Ensuring that all health and safety measures are in place and followed at all store and spraying locations.
  • Ensuring the clearance and proper disposal of all waste material and excess items from project stores.

• Complete on timely manner with high accuracy any others actvities assigned by the Operation manager or Chief of Party.

Preferred Qualifications

 

• High School Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain Management, Administration, or other relevant field with at least 2 years’ relevant experience (desireable).

• Significant experience in supply chain management and the storage of health commodities.
• Demonstrated experience in warehouse/stores management.
• Excellent management, supervisory, organizational, computer, and writing skills.
• Experience with international donor projects preferred.
• English language fluency.

Minimum Qualifications

 

• (1) year of experience and high school diploma OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce.  Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

How to Apply

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

 

 

Abt Associates is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Office Assistant / Warehouse Manager
2.) Project Assistant / District Coordinator (Bombali)
3.) Project Assistant / District Coordinator (Bo City)

 

About Abt Associates – Our mission is to improve the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We are a collaborative, global community, driven by our mission and our commitment to excellence as we strive to meet and exceed the highest professional standards. Our work with vulnerable populations makes a real impact; we are accountable for that work and how we do it. To ensure we’re able to bring our best to clients and colleagues, we promote a healthy balance between our personal and professional lives.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Office Assistant / Warehouse Manager

Organization Overview

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance—as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

Project Description

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

Location: Waterloo

Job Summary

Under the supervision of Country Operations Manager, the Warehouse Manager is responsible for inventory management, and assuring that commodities used in IRS campaigns are secure and safely stored at the project’s main warehouse.  This position will help arrange for the logistics of delivering of all IRS commodities to IRS campaign camp sites in various locations, and assuring accurate inventory counts for all IRS commodities being used during the IRS campaign. The Warehouse Manager will be expected to liaise regularly with the store keepers at each IRS operation site to assure all needed IRS campaign commodities are in-stock, and collections of IRS campaign wastes are on-going and transported back to the central warehouse.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Receipt and quality control of delivered goods to project warehouse.
• Processing appropriate supply chain documentation and updating stock cards to assure an accurate count of IRS commodities at the central warehouse.
• Managing the project’s inventory control system during the IRS campaign, including storage, quality control, inventory record-keeping, and inventory reporting.
• Working with the project staff to supervise the storage, distribution, and transport of IRS commodities to all IRS campaign camp sites, to assure they have the necessary equipment to complete IRS.
• Working with the project staff to supervise store keepers and  operation site store rooms.
• Assuring accurate and exact knowledge of IRS commodities at the central warehouse, and at each camp site store room at any given time.
• Ensuring that at the end of the IRS campaign, the personal protective equipments (PPEs) and commodities are retrieved from the districts and are accurately recorded in the stock register.
• In collaboration with the Environmental Compliance Officer:
  • Ensuring that all health and safety measures are in place and followed at all store and spraying locations.
  • Ensuring the clearance and proper disposal of all waste material and excess items from project stores.

• Complete on timely manner with high accuracy any others actvities assigned by the Operation manager or Chief of Party.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain Management, Administration, or other relevant field with at least 2 years’ relevant experience (desireable).

• Significant experience in supply chain management and the storage of health commodities.
• Demonstrated experience in warehouse/stores management.
• Excellent management, supervisory, organizational, computer, and writing skills.
• Experience with international donor projects preferred.
• English language fluency.

Minimum Qualifications

• (1) year of experience and high school diploma OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce.  Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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2.) Project Assistant / District Coordinator (Makeni)

Organization Overview

 

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance—as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

 

Project Description

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

 

Location: Makeni

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Operations Manager, the District Coordinator will focus on programmatic and management oversight for all aspects of the project’s spray operations Bo District including spray campaign planning, technical assistance and training, logistical and operational support and supervision, and activity tracking and reporting.  S/he will coordinate closely with provincial government counterparts, and oversee the activities of project field staff and seasonal spray teams.

 

Key Roles and Responsibilities

 

• Manage robust IRS campaign planning efforts in assigned geographical area, including quantification of insecticides and equipment needs; identification and recruitment of spray teams; logistical planning for IRS distribution and transportation; insecticide and equipment storage, security, and environmental safety; and coordination with provincial level Ministry of Health counterparts.
• Work in collaboration with the malaria and IRS focal point persons at the Provincial or District Health Office to manage the planning and coordination of IRS activities.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of spray teams and IRS spray operators.
• Supervise and track inventory distribution and storage of materials, work with the logistics and procurement team to support procurement of IRS materials.
• Supervise IRS implementation, and contribute to the trainings conducted in the assigned geographical area.
• Ensure that routine program tracking and reporting are in place and delivered on time.
• Supervise and monitor field data collection with project M&E team.
• Manage the community mobilization and SBCC/IEC campaigns and data collection process.
• Ensure that all risk prevention and environmental compliance measures are fully implemented and work closely with the project environmental compliance staff and district/province officers to address relevant issues.
• Facilitate communication between the districts in the assigned geographic area and the project office.
• Represents the program at meetings with the community leaders and local steering committees.
• Prepare weekly and other activity reports as directed by the project Operations Manager.
• The position requires frequent travel to field sites to support and oversee district and community level operations and activities.
• Complete on timely manner with high accuracy any others actvities assigned by the Operation manager or Chief of Party.

 

Preferred Qualifications

 

• Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Community Health, State Registered Nursing and any other related field with least two (2) years of relevant professional work experience, with significant amounts of experience directly in Vector Control and IRS Operations.
• Experience in regulatory and operational aspects of insecticide use and management is preferred.
• Good understanding of the National Malaria Control Program and the Distrcit Health Management Team operating environment
• Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direction and supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work both as a member of a team and as a team leader, with the ability to accept the inputs of other team members.
• Strong management and planning skills of project tasks and budgets.
• Demonstrates leadership and team work and produces high quality work in a timely, cost effective manner and has excellent writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communications, and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, computer software programs, including MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with USAID funded programs and/or other international development experience.
• English language fluency and able to speak Krio and  Temne.

Minimum Qualifications

• ( 2+ ) years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce.  Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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3.) Project Assistant / District Coordinator (Bo City)

Organization Overview

 

The International Development Division focuses on improving the lives and economic well-being of people in lower and middle-income countries. We command technical expertise in health, agriculture, climate change, food security and governance—as well as in international evaluation. Our multi-layered health portfolio includes policy, health promotion and disease prevention, health finance, and health systems management. In partnership with government clients and local experts, our high-quality programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East are known for impact and innovation.

 

Project Description

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 24 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

 

Location: Bo City

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Operations Manager, the District Coordinator will focus on programmatic and management oversight for all aspects of the project’s spray operations Bo District including spray campaign planning, technical assistance and training, logistical and operational support and supervision, and activity tracking and reporting.  S/he will coordinate closely with provincial government counterparts, and oversee the activities of project field staff and seasonal spray teams.

 

Key Roles and Responsibilities

 

• Manage robust IRS campaign planning efforts in assigned geographical area, including quantification of insecticides and equipment needs; identification and recruitment of spray teams; logistical planning for IRS distribution and transportation; insecticide and equipment storage, security, and environmental safety; and coordination with provincial level Ministry of Health counterparts.
• Work in collaboration with the malaria and IRS focal point persons at the Provincial or District Health Office to manage the planning and coordination of IRS activities.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of spray teams and IRS spray operators.
• Supervise and track inventory distribution and storage of materials, work with the logistics and procurement team to support procurement of IRS materials.
• Supervise IRS implementation, and contribute to the trainings conducted in the assigned geographical area.
• Ensure that routine program tracking and reporting are in place and delivered on time.
• Supervise and monitor field data collection with project M&E team.
• Manage the community mobilization and SBCC/IEC campaigns and data collection process.
• Ensure that all risk prevention and environmental compliance measures are fully implemented and work closely with the project environmental compliance staff and district/province officers to address relevant issues.
• Facilitate communication between the districts in the assigned geographic area and the project office.
• Represents the program at meetings with the community leaders and local steering committees.
• Prepare weekly and other activity reports as directed by the project Operations Manager.
• The position requires frequent travel to field sites to support and oversee district and community level operations and activities.
• Complete on timely manner with high accuracy any others actvities assigned by the Operation manager or Chief of Party.

 

Preferred Qualifications

 

• Bachelors Degree in Public Health, Community Health, State Registered Nursing and any other related field with least two (2) years of relevant professional work experience, with significant amounts of experience directly in Vector Control and IRS Operations.
• Experience in regulatory and operational aspects of insecticide use and management is preferred.
• Good understanding of the National Malaria Control Program and the Distrcit Health Management Team operating environment
• Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of direction and supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work both as a member of a team and as a team leader, with the ability to accept the inputs of other team members.
• Strong management and planning skills of project tasks and budgets.
• Demonstrates leadership and team work and produces high quality work in a timely, cost effective manner and has excellent writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communications, and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, computer software programs, including MSWord, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with USAID funded programs and/or other international development experience.
• English language fluency and able to speak Krio and Mende

 

Minimum Qualifications

• ( 2+ ) years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce.  Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.

How to Apply

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