🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Purposeful Sierra Leone – 5 Positions
Purposeful is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone:
1.) Facility Coordinator Consultant
2.) Security Company/Firm
3.) Cleaning Company/Firm
4.) Special Project Fellow
5.) Front Desk and Librarian
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Facility Coordinator Consultant
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR WE ARE PURPOSEFUL MOVEMENT BUILDING HUB, FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE
Job Title: Facility Coordinator Consultant
Reporting Lines: Operations Manager
Contract: 6 months with possible extension
Fee: $23, 608.15(Annual)
Location: Freetown
WHO WE ARE:
Purposeful is an Africa-rooted global hub for girls’ activism. For millennia girls have played a critical role in struggles for freedom and liberation. From Africa’s anti-colonial movements to the Arab Spring to climate justice organizing and everything in between – their resistance has always sparked and sustained transformational change. And yet, too often girls are separated and sidelined from resources and shut out from decision-making spaces, their power deliberately obscured and hidden from view. Centering the political power of young feminists across the world, we work so that girls and their allies have access to the resources, networks, and platforms they need to power their activism and remake the world.
As an Africa-rooted, global hub for girl activists, Purposeful works to shift the allocation of resources, policies and programmatic practices with and for girls and young feminists across the world. This includes re-distributing resources in highly flexible and innovative ways, including to girls shut out from traditional banking infrastructure. We leverage learnings from our own practice to support others to move from protectionist to power
building approaches that promote the collective liberation of girls. Working in partnership with civil society and development communities we hold learning space, convene practitioners, build national coalitions and co-create collective advocacy voice. Across all that we do, we work to make girls political power visible so that their organising and activism is resourced in healthy and sustainable ways for the long term.
CONTEXT OF THE CONSULTANCY
We Are Purposeful is looking for a dedicated and dynamic Consultant to serve as Facility Coordinator as Purposeful moves into a new Movement Building Hub in Freetown. The building will be a home for the Purposeful team and bring together girls, allies, and movement allies. The consultant will work closely with the Operations Manager to oversee the facilities of the building, and its equipment and ensure that it is safe and functional. The duties include working with service providers, inspecting facilities to meet safety regulations, and coordinating renovations and updates.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FACILITY COORDINATOR CONSULTANT
- Facility Management
- Manage and upkeep the different office spaces within the building. ● Manage the running of the conference hall for all Purposeful and external events and activities.
- Work with caterers and office assistants in running the canteen.
- Oversee the running of the playground.
- Supervise the cleaning company responsible for cleaning the internal and external areas of the office.
- Work with the gardener from the cleaning company or contract a gardener to install and maintain the flowers and green spaces on the property.
- Oversee the maintenance and repairs of the organization’s equipment/assets ● Coordinate with various service providers on maintenance when required. ● Ensure there are proper records and filing of all maintenance requests. ● Monitor and ensure garbage is collected regularly.
- Advise on and facilitate the fumigation of the office when required.
- Safety and Security
- Ensure that the fire protection systems are in place (fire alarm and extinguishers)
- Work closely with the Security company contracted by Purposeful to provide security services.
- Work with the Operations Manager to obtain office insurance and payment of all council rates.
- Work with the Operations manager to Identify safety and security training for staff.
- Ensure the safety and security of staff and assets within the office premises
- Power and Water Supply
- Ensure that the Solar Energy, Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA), and Generator systems are working.
- Confirm all electrical appliances are in good working condition. ● Ensure the Electricity Distribution and Supply Authority (EDSA) Meter is recharged regularly.
- Work with the Operations Officer to regulate or track generator fuel consumption.
- Oversee the servicing of the generator according to schedule. ● Handle the water supply system of the building and ensure there is always enough water.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & QUALITIES
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or relevant field.
- Experience in technical/ operations and facilities management in an international NGO and corporate/social enterprise organization.
- Ability to stay positive, think creatively, and be confident and calm when facing a challenge.
- Strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
- Ability to communicate and oversee service providers professionally and effectively.
- Basic understanding of budgets.
- Excellent verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Professionalism, empathy, and the ability to work independently but also a part of a team
- Demonstrable emotional intelligence, resilience, and an ability to encourage collaborative and transparent working relationships.
- Experience with and understanding adolescent girl-centered programming, community-based organizations, and social change.
- Belief in and support of our feminist values.
- Dedicated to upholding the values and approaches that define Purposeful’s work.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected] The closing date for all applications is the 13th of December 2023.
For more information on We Are Purposeful, please visit the website www.wearepurposeful.org
2.) Security Company/Firm
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR WE ARE PURPOSEFUL MOVEMENT BUILDING HUB, FREETOWN, SIERRA LEONE
Type of Consultancy: Security Company/Firm
Reporting Lines: Facility Coordinator
Contract: Six Months with possible extension
Location: Freetown
WHO WE ARE:
Purposeful is an Africa-rooted global hub for girls’ activism. For millennia girls have played a critical role in struggles for freedom and liberation. From Africa’s anti-colonial movements to the Arab Spring to climate justice organizing and everything in between – their resistance has always sparked and sustained transformational change. And yet, too often girls are separated and sidelined from resources and shut out from decision-making spaces, their power deliberately obscured and hidden from view. Centering the political power of young feminists across the world, we work so that girls and their allies have access to the resources, networks and platforms they need to power their activism and remake the world.
As an Africa rooted, global hub for girl activists, Purposeful works to shift the allocation of resources, policies and programmatic practices with and for girls and young feminists across the world. This includes re-distributing resources in highly flexible and innovative ways, including to girls shut out from traditional banking infrastructure. We leverage learnings from our own practice to support others to move from protectionist to power
building approaches that promote the collective liberation of girls. Working in partnership with civil society and development communities we hold learning space, convene practitioners, build national coalitions and co-create collective advocacy voice. Across all that we do, we work to make girls political power visible so that their organising and activism is resourced in healthy and sustainable ways for the long term.
CONTEXT OF THE CONSULTANCY
We Are Purposeful is looking for a dedicated and dynamic agency preferably female led or with women in leadership positions with the skills, experience, and capacity to provide security, safety, and surveillance services at the new Movement Building Hub in Freetown. The building will be a home for the Purposeful team and bring together girls, allies, and movement allies.
SCOPE AND DELIVERABLES OF THE COMPANY/FIRM
The scope and deliverables of the Contract shall include but not be limited to the following:
♦ Provide qualified, experienced, and well-trained, physically and mentally fit personnel with the necessary training in safety procedures and firefighting practices.
♦ Ensure that the security personnel deployed at the premises should be in good health.
♦ Provide trustworthy staff, with integrity, who will ensure office property and staff are always safe.
♦ Maintain a register of all visitors and staff always present in the office. ♦ The services should cover the vehicle parking space.
♦ The security services provided should cover both day and night including weekends and holidays.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & QUALITIES
The submitted proposal must include the following mandatory attachments. If any of the documents and information is missing, the proposal shall be rejected.
♦ Company profile and qualifications.
♦ Proven track record in rendering satisfactory services to reputable organizations or institutions.
♦ Submit references from at least three organizations /institutions where services have been or are provided by your company in the last five (5) years and shall include customer name, official email, address of the company, and telephone number.
♦ Business registration certificates and Tax Clearance.
♦ Detail pricing proposal.
♦ The personnel must have training and experience in rendering the services and must not have criminal records or pending court cases against them.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested companies can send their proposals to [email protected]
They can also visit the Premises to assess it before submitting an offer. Floor plans/areas could be obtained, if required, at the visit to the premises. If you need further clarification or have questions, contact Hawa Olive Brima (+23276683574)
For more information on We Are Purposeful, please visit the website www.wearepurposeful.org
The closing date for submission of all proposals is the 13th of December 2023.
3.) Cleaning Company/Firm
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR WE ARE PURPOSEFUL MOVEMENT BUILDING HUB, FREETOWN,
Type of Consultancy: Cleaning Company/Firm
Reporting Lines: Facility Coordinator
Contract: Six Months with possible extension
Location: Freetown
WHO WE ARE:
Purposeful is an Africa-rooted global hub for girls’ activism. For millennia girls have played a critical role in struggles for freedom and liberation. From Africa’s anti-colonial movements to the Arab Spring to climate justice organizing and everything in between – their resistance has always sparked and sustained transformational change. And yet, too often girls are separated and sidelined from resources and shut out from decision-making spaces, their power deliberately obscured and hidden from view. Centering the political power of young feminists across the world, we work so that girls and their allies have access to the resources, networks and platforms they need to power their activism and remake the world.
As an Africa rooted, global hub for girl activists, Purposeful works to shift the allocation of resources, policies and programmatic practices with and for girls and young feminists across the world. This includes re-distributing resources in highly flexible and innovative ways, including to girls shut out from traditional banking infrastructure. We leverage learnings from our own practice to support others to move from protectionist to power
building approaches that promote the collective liberation of girls. Working in partnership with civil society and development communities we hold learning space, convene practitioners, build national coalitions, and co-create collective advocacy voice. Across
all that we do, we work to make girls political power visible so that their organising and activism is resourced in healthy and sustainable ways for the long term.
CONTEXT OF THE CONSULTANCY
We Are Purposeful is looking for a dedicated and dynamic agency preferably female led or with women in leadership positions that have the necessary skills to provide effective cleaning services at the new Movement Building Hub in Freetown. The building will be a home for the Purposeful team and bring together girls, allies, and movement allies.
SCOPE AND DELIVERABLES OF THE COMPANY/FIRM
The scope and deliverables of the Contract shall include but not be limited to the following:
▪ Cleaning of office space, meeting rooms, stairways, and common areas daily. ▪ Cleaning of all Library, and Reception area
▪ Cleaning of art display center after events.
▪ Monitoring and cleaning of the playground to ensure a healthy and non-hazard environment.
▪ Cleaning of the floor of all toilets, bathrooms, and their fixtures
▪ Cleaning of the Kitchenette, canteen, and balcony
▪ Cleaning of ceilings, windows, and glass doors – internal and external Waste management.
▪ Cleaning of the car park area and compound
▪ Regularly emptying office bins and ensuring proper management and disposal of waste in the building.
▪ Cleaning of the Conference Hall to ensure the venue is ready for events and even after.
SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT
The contractor will provide all equipment, as well as environmentally friendly cleaning supplies required for carrying out the work. This comprises but is not limited to, such as powder and bar soaps, scrubbing brushes, brooms, towels, mops, etc.
We are Purposeful will provide all the supplies for toilets, kitchenettes, and desk cleaning including – toilet paper, paper towels, disinfectants, kitchen towels, kitchen paper towels, washing-up liquid, soap and replacement, soap detergents for the kitchenettes, dishwasher supplies, as well as hand sanitizer refills. We would provide a dedicated storage room on the premises for keeping cleaning supplies and equipment.
REQUIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, & QUALITIES
The submitted proposal must include the following mandatory attachments. If any of the documents and information is missing, the proposal shall be rejected.
▪ Company profile and qualifications of contractor
▪ Proven track record in rendering satisfactory services to high-end premises. ▪ Submit references from at least three companies /organizations where similar cleaning services have been or are provided by your company in the last five (5) years and shall include customer name, official email, address of the company, and telephone number.
▪ Business registration certificates and Tax Clearance.
▪ Detail pricing proposal
▪ The personnel must have training and experience in rendering cleaning services in such environments and must not have criminal records or pending court cases against them.
▪ Provide full uniforms to cleaners identified with the company logo and protective wear i.e., shoes, gloves, and nose masks (occupational health and safety)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested companies can send their proposals to [email protected]
They can also visit the Premises to assess it before submitting an offer. Floor plans/areas could be obtained, if required, at the visit to the premises. If you need further clarification or have questions, contact Hawa Olive Brima (+23276683574)
For more information on We Are Purposeful, please visit the website www.wearepurposeful.org
The closing date for submission of all proposals is the 13th of December 2023.
4.) Special Project Fellow
WE ARE PURPOSEFUL TERMS OF REFERENCE FELLOWSHIP
Type of Fellowship: Special Project Fellow
Reporting Lines: Special Project Manager
Contract: Six months with possible extension
Stipend: $1,800 (6 months)
Location: Freetown
WHO WE ARE:
Purposeful is an Africa-rooted global hub for girls’ activism. For millennia girls have played a critical role in struggles for freedom and liberation. From Africa’s anti-colonial movements to the Arab Spring to climate justice organizing and everything in between – their resistance has always sparked and sustained transformational change. And yet, too often girls are separated and sidelined from resources and shut out from decision-making spaces, their power deliberately obscured and hidden from view. Centering the political power of young feminists across the world, we work so that girls and their allies have access to the resources, networks and platforms they need to power their activism and remake the world.
As an Africa rooted, global hub for girl activists, Purposeful works to shift the allocation of resources, policies and programmatic practices with and for girls and young feminists across the world. This includes re-distributing resources in highly flexible and innovative ways, including to girls shut out from traditional banking infrastructure. We leverage learnings from our own practice to support others to move from protectionist to power
building approaches that promote the collective liberation of girls. Working in partnership with civil society and development communities we hold learning space, convene practitioners, build national coalitions and co-create collective advocacy voice. Across all that we do, we work to make girls political power visible so that their organising and activism is resourced in healthy and sustainable ways for the long term.
WHAT IS WE ARE PURPOSEFUL FELLOWSHIP
The Purposeful Fellowship is a paid work program that provides practical work experience in a dynamic work environment, interaction with our amazing partners, including girls across the country, and an opportunity to be part of a viable movement for change. It is designed by Purposeful for young graduates and non-graduates with outstanding lived experiences to gain work experience for three to six months for a minimum of 28 hours a week.
WHY WE ARE PURPOSEFUL FELLOWSHIP
Purposeful also recognize the lived experiences of non-graduates and how that ties into the work we do. Thus, we encourage young women with outstanding experiences to apply for a fellowship. Recent graduates i.e., who have graduated within a year, or who are about to graduate (completing their final requirements) can also apply for this fellowship with Purposeful. The duration of a Purposeful fellowship is 6 months with the possibility of extension by an additional six months.
CONTEXT OF THE FELLOWSHIP
We Are Purposeful is looking for a dedicated and dynamic young graduate who is passionate about changing the game for girls to join our fourth (4th) Cohort of Purposeful Fellows as Purposeful moves into a new Movement Building Hub in Freetown. The building will be a home for the Purposeful team and bring together girls, allies, and movement allies. The Fellow will work closely with the Special Project Manager who will oversee the execution of new initiatives, planning, and coordination of activities and events of the movement building hub.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SPECIAL PROJECT FELLOW
❖ Collaborate with the Special Projects Manager to plan and execute events, workshops, book club, exhibitions, and wellness activities.
❖ Support with the coordination of logistical aspects, including venue setup, catering, participant registration, etc.
❖ Provide administrative support to the Special Projects Manager in project-related tasks.
❖ Assist in the development and implementation of project plans for various initiatives within the Girls Building Project Space.
❖ Assist in drafting and disseminating communications related to events and activities.
❖ Support the Special Projects Manager in fostering collaboration with external partners, allies, girls, and organizations to enhance the impact of the Girls Building Project
❖ Work closely with team members across different departments to ensure seamless coordination of activities.
❖ Cover Library and reception duties as the need arises.
EDUCATION AND SKILLS
❖ A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work, Gender, or a relevant field is required.
❖ Also, a degree preference in Mass Communication or relevant fields ❖ Communication | Organizational Skills | Team Collaboration | Problem-Solving | Adaptability
❖ Passion for Girls Work
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please send an email with your statement of intent: “Why do you want to be a purposeful Fellow” and a copy of your Resume/CV to: [email protected]
The 13th of December 2023 is the closing date for submission of Essays and CVs.
5.) Front Desk and Librarian
WE ARE PURPOSEFUL TERMS OF REFERENCE FELLOWSHIP
Type of Fellowship: Front Desk and Librarian
Reporting Lines: Media Advocacy and Communications Program Coordinator Contract: Six months with possible extension
Stipend: $1,800 (6months)
Location: Freetown
WHO WE ARE:
Purposeful is an Africa-rooted global hub for girls’ activism. For millennia girls have played a critical role in struggles for freedom and liberation. From Africa’s anti-colonial movements to the Arab Spring to climate justice organizing and everything in between – their resistance has always sparked and sustained transformational change. And yet, too often girls are separated and sidelined from resources and shut out from decision-making spaces, their power deliberately obscured and hidden from view. Centering the political power of young feminists across the world, we work so that girls and their allies have access to the resources, networks and platforms they need to power their activism and remake the world.
As an Africa rooted, global hub for girl activists, Purposeful works to shift the allocation of resources, policies and programmatic practices with and for girls and young feminists across the world. This includes re-distributing resources in highly flexible and innovative ways, including to girls shut out from traditional banking infrastructure. We leverage learnings from our own practice to support others to move from protectionist to power
building approaches that promote the collective liberation of girls. Working in partnership with civil society and development communities we hold learning space, convene practitioners, build national coalitions and co-create collective advocacy voice. Across all that we do, we work to make girls political power visible so that their organising and activism is resourced in healthy and sustainable ways for the long term.
WHAT IS WE ARE PURPOSEFUL FELLOWSHIP
The Purposeful Fellowship is a paid work program that provides practical work experience in a dynamic work environment, interaction with our amazing partners, including girls across the country, and an opportunity to be part of a viable movement for change. It is designed by Purposeful for young graduates and non-graduates with outstanding lived experiences to gain work experience for three to six months for a minimum of 28 hours a week.
WHY WE ARE PURPOSEFUL FELLOWSHIP
Purposeful also recognizes the lived experiences of non-graduates and how that ties into the work we do. Thus, we encourage young women with outstanding experiences to apply for a fellowship. Recent graduates i.e., who have graduated within a year, or who are about to graduate (completing their final requirements) can also apply for this fellowship with Purposeful. The duration of a Purposeful fellowship is 6 months with the possibility of extension by an additional six months.
CONTEXT OF THE FELLOWSHIP
We Are Purposeful is looking for a dedicated and dynamic young graduate who is passionate about changing the game for girls to join our fourth (4th) Cohort of Purposeful Fellows as Purposeful moves into a new Movement Building Hub in Freetown. The building will be a home for the Purposeful team and bring together girls, allies, and movement allies. The Fellow will work closely with the Media Communication Advocacy Program Coordinator and the Human Resource Manager.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FRONT DESK AND LIBRARIAN FELLOW
❖ Welcome guests/visitors and clients in a professional and friendly manner. ❖ Ensure all visitors to the office sign in the visitors’ book for future reference. ❖ Answer phone calls, take messages, and direct calls to the appropriate staff member.
❖ Maintain a neat and organized front desk area.
❖ Support and refer guests appropriately to team members within the office. ❖ Acknowledge receipt of letters, packages, and documents, and distribute them accordingly.
❖ Ensure that the library is well organized, and books are properly cataloged and in great condition.
❖ Manage the inventory of the library and keep an updated library record. ❖ coordinates the use of the library space making sure it is tidy and presentable. ❖ Assist with research requests and provide reference assistance as needed. ❖ Assist with administrative tasks such as scheduling and organizing meetings in the library space.
❖ Work closely with team members across different departments to ensure seamless coordination of activities.
❖ Work on any assigned task as needed.
EDUCATION AND SKILLS
❖ A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent in a relevant field.
❖ Applicants must possess a professional telephone manner,
❖ Knowledge of current events and issues
❖ Possess the ability to work cooperatively with others in a fast-paced work environment.
❖ Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook ❖ Demonstrated proficiency in typing.
❖ Excellent oral and written communication skills.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please send an email with your statement of intent: “Why do you want to be a purposeful Fellow” and a copy of your Resume/CV to: [email protected]
The 13th of December 2023 is the closing date for submission of Essays and CVs.
