Job Vacancies at World Hope International – 2 Positions
World Hope International is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Prevention Program Manager
2.) Field Officer
World Hope International is a Christian relief and development organization working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice. All employees of WHI should play a pivotal role in achieving this objective and every employee should be clear about how their own contribution can help the organization achieve its objective.
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Prevention Program Manager
JOB SUMMARY
The role of the Program Manager is to manage two grants from one donor, addressing child trafficking in Sierra Leone. This person will lead a team of people with a kind, compassionate, and professional approach. They will develop relationships within specified communities where WHI is working, including community leaders at the chiefdom and district level, and at the national level. They will liaise regularly with the donor, to communicate about the progress of the project and will closely monitor the budget to ensure that it is spent well. They will be responsible for overseeing activity plans of staff, helping to ensure that activities are done on time and will also write clear donor reports.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Representing WHI with stakeholders with regards to child protection, especially human trafficking
- Referring cases of survivors of human trafficking to appropriate support services: to other WHI staff, other organizations, Ministry of Social Welfare, Gender, and Children’s Affairs, and/or law enforcement
- Compiling regular clear and professional reports, on time
- Regular travel, in rural areas of Sierra Leone will be a requirement of the job
- Liaising closely with the Anti-Trafficking and GBV team of World Hope International
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
Degree or certificate in Social Work, Gender or associated field, or relevant work experience
2. Job related experience and knowledge
Program management experience is a requirement.
Experience working with a protection agency is a plus.
Knowledge of child protection issues is required.
Must have a willingness to closely follow child and vulnerable adult protection policy and procedures.
Working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice.
3. Time required on job to reach effective performance
Probation period – Four months
COMPETENCIES
Essential Character:
Compassion
Confidence
Dedication
Personal integrity
Analytical thinking
Proactivity
Result orientation
Thoroughness
Effective communication
Essential Skills:
Information Handling
People management
Managing own time
Planning and Organising
Problem Solving and Decision making
Training
Team building
Preferred competencies: Conceptual Thinking
Independent Thinking
Development Orientation
Flexibility
WHI CHILD PROTECTION POLICY & STANDARDS
WHI has zero tolerance of abuse and exploitation. WHI’s Protection Policy and Standards are closely adhered to and enforced. The organization continually examines itself to ensure that everything reasonably possible is done to reduce the risk to sponsored and non-sponsored children and vulnerable adults in WHI projects from any form of abuse or exploitation.
Employees offered a job with WHI are expected to duly sign and follow the Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy & Standards as an appendage to their contract of employment. By signing the Child Protection Policy & Standards and Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both policies and consent to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.
Any breach will result in disciplinary action including possible dismissal.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
The Support Services Manager
World Hope International Sierra Leone
Country Office: 49 Johnson Street Aberdeen, Freetown Sierra Leone
Or
Regional Office: 79 Tekoh Road, Makeni
Or
Send an email to:
Closing Date: 22nd November 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice.
2.) Field Officer
JOB SUMMARY
The role of the Field Officer is to empower people with a kind, compassionate, and professional approach. The Field Officer will develop relationships within specified communities where WHI is working, especially with community leaders at the chiefdom and district level. They will offer training for people in communities and make referrals to appropriate support services if they identify people
facing abuse. They will liaise with schools and Child Welfare Committees and WHI-created Village Parent Groups, where applicable, to increase the level of support and protection within the community.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Representing WHI with stakeholders with regards to child protection, especially human trafficking
- Conducting trainings on various topics, such as protection policies and human trafficking - Referring cases of survivors of human trafficking to appropriate support services: to other WHI staff, other organizations, Ministry of Social Welfare, Gender, and Children’s Affairs, and/or law enforcement
- Compiling regular reports
- Regular travel, in rural areas of Sierra Leone will be a requirement of the job;
- Liaising closely with the Anti-Trafficking and GBV team of World Hope International
RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Education
Degree or certificate in Social Work, Gender or associated field, or relevant work experience
2. Job related experience and knowledge
Experience working with a protection agency is a plus.
Knowledge of child protection issues is required.
Working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice.
Must have a willingness to closely follow child and vulnerable adult protection policy and procedures.
3. Time required on job to reach effective performance
Probation period – Four months
COMPETENCIES
Essential Character:
Compassion
Confidence
Dedication
Personal integrity
Analytical thinking
Proactivity
Result orientation
Thoroughness
Effective communication
Essential Skills:
Information Handling
People management
Managing own time
Planning and Organising
Problem Solving and Decision making
Training
Team building
Preferred competencies: Conceptual Thinking
Independent Thinking
Development Orientation
Flexibility
WHI CHILD PROTECTION POLICY & STANDARDS
WHI has zero tolerance of abuse and exploitation. WHI’s Protection Policy and Standards are closely adhered to and enforced. The organization continually examines itself to ensure that everything reasonably possible is done to reduce the risk to sponsored and non-sponsored children and vulnerable adults in WHI projects from any form of abuse or exploitation.
Employees offered a job with WHI are expected to duly sign and follow the Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy & Standards as an appendage to their contract of employment. By signing the Child Protection Policy & Standards and Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both policies and consent to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.
Any breach will result in disciplinary action including possible dismissal.
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of certificates to:
The Support Services Manager
World Hope International Sierra Leone
Country Office: 49 Johnson Street Aberdeen, Freetown Sierra Leone
Or
Regional Office: 79 Teko Road, Makeni
Or
Send an email to:
Closing Date: 22nd November 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice.
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