Job Vacancies @ Goal Sierra Leone – 3 Positions

Goal Sierra Leone is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) WASH Technician
2.) Borehole Supervisor
3.) Behavioral Change and Communication Manager

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) WASH Technician

Adverts

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability reduction through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions, with a primary focus on improving Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy. GOAL is also improving rural water supply, urban WASH focusing on faecal sludge management and promoting social inclusion, empowerment, and the promotion of decent work through systems-based programme approaches and community led social and behavioral change. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban (Freetown), Kambia, Bombali, Koinadugu, Moyamba and Kenema Districts, with funding from Irish Aid, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the European Union, Charity: Water and DFID.

General Description of the Programme

GOAL has been engaged in implementing charity water funded project in rural communities in Gaura, Tunkia Dama, Koya Noma Simbaru, Wandor and Gorama-mende chiefdoms in Kenema district since early 2018.

In line with Government of Sierra Leones Water and Sanitation policy, the National Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Programme as well as the Sustainable Developmental Goals, GOAL is contributing towards government’s efforts of increasing access to safe and sustainable water to the rural population of Kenema by refocusing its strategy which seeks to strengthen its relationship and service delivery through a Public and Private Partnership approach. Therefore, GOAL have been closely working with Ministry of health and Sanitation, Ministry of Water Resources and Kenema District Council (KDC) through in ensuring that the above Government goals are met

Overview of the role

The role of the WASH Technician is to supervise the rehabilitation of hand dug wells by contractors and coordinate the work with the local community and the local leaders and government. The WASH technician is ultimately responsible for the timely completion of high quality well rehabilitations in his/her designated operational area, and for regularly reporting progress and challenges to the Senior WASH Technician

Main responsibilities:

Coordinate, monitor, and supervise construction and rehabilitation of hand dug wells in communities.

• Conduct on-site supervision of well construction and rehabilitation works in the communities in the assigned operational areas. Strictly monitor and supervise all contractors hired for construction.
• Track and monitor the supply of equipment and materials to the worksites, and monitor the functionality of all equipment
• Support the Senior WASH Technician, WASH Engineer and Programme Manager with assessments, specifications and BOQs for new WASH works
• Support the WASH team with the demand creation approach (i.e., creating the platform that will allow communities take the lead in water supply interventions and demand improved services, play the lead role in the project to choose which facilities they want and how they want to manage them.)
• Develop action plans and supervision tools for the construction and rehabilitation of the wells in each community.
• Track and monitor the supply of equipment and materials to the worksites, and monitor the functionality of all equipment
• Ensure compliance by the contractors to the National Standards for WASH infrastructure at the community, SPHERE standards and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Formation and training of Water, school, and healthcare facility Management committees 

(WMC, SMC and FMC):

• Guide community, schools, and healthcare facility on how to identify potential committee members
• Help facilitate discussions and meetings with committee members and make visits to follow up on action plans
• Receive and co-facilitate training of WMC SMC and FMC, including helping to organize training logistics
• Conduct regular follow up meeting with committee members
• Liaise and collaborate with community leaders and other community agencies to gain local buy-in for the project and facilitate local ownership of WASH infrastructure at the community level

Reporting and compliance :

• Submit weekly summary reports to the WASH Engineer on progress and challenges.
• Carry out any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Senior WASH Technician or Programme Manager.

• Always comply with GOAL’s Child Protection Policy.
• Ensure Gender is maintained at all stages of project Implementation

Safeguarding: 

• Maintain safe working environment for all staff/beneficiaries.
• Ensure risk mitigation measures are in place and adhered to.
• Ensure staff/beneficiaries fully understand Safeguarding reporting procedures.
• Ensure Safeguarding measures are implemented within areas of responsibilities
• Ensure do-no-harm to children and vulnerable adult we meet.
• Follow-up, and address, Safeguarding issues appropriately.

Requirements (Person Specification):

Essential

• The candidate must have a minimum of technical diploma in building and construction or related field of study, or third level city and guilds qualification
• Have a minimum of two year working on WASH programmes with an International NGO or related training or experience
• Ability to supervise contractors and ensure that standards and specifications are being followed
• Previous experience supervising the construction or rehabilitation of the any of listed water point sources (boreholes, hand dug wells and gravity fed system).

• Experience working with local communities on infrastructure projects and involving community members at all stages of a project

Desirable:

• Ability to ride a motorbike on rough terrain or willingness to learn is an advantage
• Good English language skills
• Basic computer skills with ability to use Microsoft word,
• Ability to speak in Mende, or other local language spoken in Kenema District

If you have these skills and interested in joining our committed and dynamic WASH team, please send your cover letter and up-to-date CV to [email protected]. on or before 5:30 pm – 11th August, 2022

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

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

A commitment to GOAL values and GOAL’s integrity framework is critical to working with GOAL. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability: 1) Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols; 2) Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area; 3) Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.

GOAL provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

2.) Borehole Supervisor

Adverts 

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability reduction through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions, with a primary focus on improving Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy. GOAL is also improving rural water supply, urban WASH focusing on faecal sludge management and promoting social inclusion, empowerment and the promotion of decent work through systems-based programme approaches and community led social and behavioral change. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban (Freetown), Kambia, Bombali, Koinadugu, Moyamba and Kenema Districts, with funding from Irish Aid, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the European Union, Charity: Water and DFID.

General Description of the Programme

GOAL has been engaged in implementing charity water funded project in rural communities in Gaura, Tunkia Dama, Koya Noma Simbaru, Wandor and Gorama-mende chiefdoms in Kenema district since early 2018.

In line with Government of Sierra Leones Water and Sanitation policy, the National Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Programme as well as the Sustainable Developmental Goals, GOAL is contributing towards government’s efforts of increasing access to safe and sustainable water to the rural population of Kenema by refocusing its strategy which seeks to strengthen its relationship and service delivery through a Public and Private Partnership approach. Therefore, GOAL have been closely working with Ministry of health and Sanitation, Ministry of Water Resources and Kenema District Council (KDC) through in ensuring that the above Government goals are met

Overview of the role:

The role of the Borehole Supervisor is to supervise the construction of boreholes by the contractors and to support the demand creation approach being developed by the programme. This position will coordinate the work with the local community and the local leaders and government. The Borehole supervisor is ultimately responsible for ensuring the timely completion of high-quality borehole construction in his/her designated operational area, and for regularly reporting progress and challenges to the WASH Engineer.

Main responsibilities:

• Coordinate monitor and supervise the drilling and construction of boreholes in communities, schools, and healthcare facilities.
• Conduct on-site supervision of borehole construction in the assigned operational areas. Strictly monitor and supervise all contractors hired for construction.
• Develop action plans and supervision tools for the borehole construction in each community.
• Track and monitor the supply of equipment and materials to the worksites, and monitor the functionality of all equipment
• Support the Engineer and Programme Manager with assessments, specifications and BOQs for new WASH works
• Support the WASH team with the demand creation approach (i.e., creating the platform that will allow communities take the lead in water supply interventions and demand improved services, play the lead role in the project to choose which facilities they want and how they want to manage them.)
• Ensure compliance by the contractors to the National Standards for WASH infrastructure at the community, SPHERE standards and other Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Formation and training of Water, school, and facility Management committees (WMC, SMC &FMC):

• Guide community, schools, and healthcare facility on how to identify potential committee members
• Help facilitate discussions and meetings with committee members and make visits to follow up on action plans
• Receive and co-facilitate training of WMC SMC and FMC, including helping to organize training logistics
• Conduct regular follow up meeting with committee members
• Liaise and collaborate with community leaders and other community agencies to gain local buy-in for the project and facilitate local ownership of WASH infrastructure at the community level

Reporting and compliance :

• Submit weekly summary reports to the WASH Engineer on progress and challenges.
• Carry out any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the WASH Engineer Programme Manager.

• Always comply with GOAL’s Child Protection Policy.
• Ensure Gender is maintained at all stages of project Implementation

Safeguarding: 

• Maintain safe working environment for all staff/beneficiaries.
• Ensure risk mitigation measures are in place and adhered to.
• Ensure staff/beneficiaries fully understand Safeguarding reporting procedures.
• Ensure Safeguarding measures are implemented within areas of responsibilities
• Ensure do-no-harm to children and vulnerable adult we meet.
• Follow-up, and address, Safeguarding issues appropriately.

Requirements (Person Specification):

Essential

• The candidate must have a minimum of technical diploma in Geology/Engineering or related field of study, or third level city and guilds qualification
• Have a minimum of two years working with reputable borehole drilling company or supervising borehole drilling while working with another organization or institution
• Have a minimum of two years working on WASH programmes with an International NGO or related training or experience
• Previous experience supervising the construction or rehabilitation of the any listed water point sources (boreholes, hand dug wells and gravity fed system).
• Ability to supervise contractors and ensure that standards and specifications are being followed
• Experience working with local communities on infrastructure projects and involving community members at all stages of a project

Desirable:

• Ability to ride a motorbike on rough terrain or willingness to learn is an advantage
• Good English language skills
• Basic computer skills with ability to use Microsoft word,
• Ability to speak in Mende, or other local language spoken in Kenema District

If you have these skills and interested in joining our committed and dynamic WASH team, please send your cover letter and up-to-date CV to [email protected]. on or before 5:30 pm – 12th August, 2022

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

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

A commitment to GOAL values and GOAL’s integrity framework is critical to working with GOAL. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability: 1) Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols; 2) Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area; 3) Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.

GOAL provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

3.) Behavioral Change and Communication Manager

Adverts 

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability reduction through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions, with a primary focus on improving Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy. GOAL is also improving rural water supply, urban WASH focusing on faecal sludge management and promoting social inclusion, empowerment, and the promotion of decent work through systems-based programme approaches and community led social and behavioral change. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban (Freetown), Kambia, Bombali, Koinadugu, Moyamba and Kenema Districts, with funding from Irish Aid, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the European Union, Charity: Water and DFID.

General Description of the Programme

GOAL has been engaged in implementing charity water funded project in rural communities in Gaura, Tunkia Dama, Koya Noma Simbaru, Wandor and Gorama-mende chiefdoms in Kenema district since early 2018.

In line with Government of Sierra Leones Water and Sanitation policy, the National Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Programme as well as the Sustainable Developmental Goals, GOAL is contributing towards government’s efforts of increasing access to safe and sustainable water to the rural population of Kenema by refocusing its strategy which seeks to strengthen its relationship and service delivery through a Public and Private Partnership approach. Therefore, GOAL have been closely working with Ministry of health and Sanitation, Ministry of Water Resources and Kenema District Council (KDC) through in ensuring that the above Government goals are met

Overview of the role:

The Behavioral Change and Communication Manager (BCCM) will be involved in a wide range of activities which includes but not limited to ensuring all Hygiene and Sanitation activities are conducted as per the developed behavioral strategy and full participation from the relevant government agencies including the District Health Management Team, the Water Directorate, the District Council and Chiefdom and Community Leader

The Behavioral Change and Communication Managers role is to work on Hygiene Promotion and Sanitation activities in communities selected for the project.

The Community Mobilizer will work closely with District Health Management Team (DHMT) District council, and Water Directorate to facilitate discussions with community members and to promote good hygiene practices and stimulate households to construct and use their own latrine.

Will provide and exhibit leadership skills to community mobilizers who are responsible to carryout hygiene and sanitation approaches at community level.

Main responsibilities:

• Coordinate the mapping of communities, schools and healthcare facilities based on the software approach that best is required.

• Facilitate the mapping exercise of communities, schools, and healthcare facilities
• Facilitate date collection of community hygiene and sanitation status
• Facilitated VSLA, CLTS and CLA triggering sessions at selected communities
• Definition of key hygiene and sanitation messages through community dialogue sessions

• Conduct ODF verification, certification, and celebration with relevant line ministries.
• Oversee all hygiene and sanitation activities within his/her assigned area to make sure they are running effectively and having an impact

Formation and training of Water, school, and facility Management committees 

(WMC, SMC and FMC)

• Facilitate trainings for trainers (community mobilizer) on the setting up of WMC, SMC and FMC groups at communities, schools, and healthcare facility.
• Collaborate with relevant line ministries to facilitate all required trainings
• Help facilitate discussions and meetings with committee members and make visits to follow up on action plans
• Receive and co-facilitate training of WMC SMC and FMC, including helping to organize training logistics
• Conduct regular follow up meeting with committee members
• Liaise and collaborate with community leaders and other community agencies to gain local buy-in for the project and facilitate local ownership of WASH infrastructure at the community level

• Reporting and compliance :

• Prepare and submit weekly reports, success and case stories on progress and challenges of the project.
• Carry out any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Programme Manager.

• Always comply with GOAL’s Child Protection Policy.
• Ensure Gender is maintained at all stages of project Implementation

• Safeguarding 4
• Maintain safe working environment for all staff/beneficiaries.
• Ensure risk mitigation measures are in place and adhered to.
• Ensure staff/beneficiaries fully understand Safeguarding reporting procedures.
• Ensure Safeguarding measures are implemented within areas of responsibilities
• Ensure do-no-harm to children and vulnerable adult we meet.
• Follow-up, and address, Safeguarding issues appropriately.

Requirements (Person Specification)

Essential

•  Degree related to social sciences, Communication, Community Development, Public health, or related development studies
• At least 2-3 years relevant working experience
• have experience working with communities in a CBO or NGO environment
• Basic computer skills with ability to use Microsoft word,
• Experience in understanding of community mobilization in relation to health promotion, water, and sanitation activities.
• Experience in working with relevant line ministries and district councils and other government authorities
• Excellent interpersonal communication skill
• Excellent in working as a group
• Computer skills with sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office, excel and word
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to work on own initiative with an innovative approach
• Able to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with people in many different environments.
• Able to work independently and act on own initiative.
• Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong experience of conducting/organizing workshops, trainings, or meetings.
• Capable of producing reliable and timely reports and familiar with community research methods.

Desirable

• Ability to ride a motorbike on rough terrain or willingness to learn is an advantage
• Ability to speak one of the local languages spoken in Kenema District
• Able and willing to travel in the field, including at short notice

If you have these skills and interested in joining our committed and dynamic WASH team, please send your cover letter and up-to-date CV to [email protected]. on or before 5:30 pm – 12th August, 2022

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

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

A commitment to GOAL values and GOAL’s integrity framework is critical to working with GOAL. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability: 1) Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols; 2) Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area; 3) Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.

GOAL provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

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