Job Vacancies @ Save The Children – 3 Positions (Sierra Leone)
Save The Children is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Communications and Campaign Manager
2.) Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party
3.) Chief of Party
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Communications and Campaign Manager
Job Description
THE ROLE: Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager
Save the Children is recruiting an experienced Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager that will work to strategically oversight and lead the advocacy, communication and campaign strategy for the country office and; manage the production of key advocacy and campaign activities/products in close coordination with the Country Director, Director of Advocacy, Programme and Field Managers. Save the Children has raised the profile of advocacy, communication, campaign in the new global 2022-2024 strategic plan to achieve results for children. Through advocacy and campaigns with and for children, we aim to remove barriers that prevent children from surviving, learning and being protected so that every child can reach their full potential. We campaign for government to take-action and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals, for the realization of all children’s rights set in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, so that no child is left behind.
The Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager (ACCM) will be responsible for planning and coordinating events to promote Country Office programmes, initiatives and campaigns around our thematic areas of education, protection, health, livelihood and food security. Duties will include coordinating efforts of different agencies and networks and; developing strategic plans for communicating our brand message. They will work with the Advocacy, Communications, Campaign and Media team to create, execute and monitor advocacy activities and campaigns. They will represent the Country Office in both internal and external meetings with INGOs, the UN, donor and other stakeholders.
This role requires a dynamic, driven and results oriented Advocacy, Communications and Campaigns Manager to join our team. They will be expected to guide the country office in new data driven initiatives for campaigning in line with our advocacy agenda which strives to influence policy and decision makers to take steps to strengthen and create an enabling environment for robust legal frameworks and mechanisms that will ensure the realisation children’s rights in Sierra Leone.
This role is for a period of twelve (12) months with a possibility of extension.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters/Degree/ in Public policy, Communications, Marketing or other related fields.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- A minimum of 5 years advocacy, communication, campaign experience in a corporate or an NGO environment, with experience in successfully leading the development and implementation of advocacy, communication, campaign strategies
- Experience in developing advocacy, communication, campaign plans, with the knowledge and understanding of a range of tactics, and a good track record of implementing successful campaigns.
- Experience in developing messages for multiple media including print, web, video and audio presentations.
- Excellent understanding of the advocacy/campaigning environment in Sierra Leone
- Understanding of how to connect children’s issues with public opinion and actions
- Demonstrable understanding of public participation in campaigning, public activism tactics and motivations
- Experience in leading the creation and implementation of a strategy, demonstrating the ability to identify the necessary steps towards an ambitious goal.
- Demonstrable creative ability in accessing new opportunities, expertise and ideas
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and negotiation
- Highly developed analytical writing skills and ability to analyze complex data to summarise and communicate them in ways that are accessible to a range of audiences
- Experience of building networks and engaging with coalitions
- Experience of presentation, graphic and multimedia design software, along with social media.
- Commitment to Save the Children values
- Excellence in written and spoken English
Desirable
- Experience in working with children/young people
- Strong people skills
- Experience in creative arts, mass communication
Additional job responsibilities
- The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience
CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 year
Closing Date: 15th June, 2022
The Organization
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicants are advised that
Save the Children International does not require any payment or expense during the entire recruitment process and we maintain zero tolerance to dual employment. Any request in this direction should be immediately
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.
Candidates should apply through the links that will be provided by Careers.sl.
Applicants should attach a copy of a valid Labour Card to their applications
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document and include your current remuneration and salary expectations for this role.
CLICK ON LINK TO APPLY : APPLY – Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager
WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
2.) Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party
Job Description
THE ROLE: Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party: Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA)
Save the Children is recruiting for an experienced Technical Director/Deputy Chief of Party that will work with the Chief of Party in coordinating and implementing the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. The SIHSA is designed to improve the quality of family planning, maternal newborn child and adolescent health, and malaria services; promote adoption of crucial health behaviors; and strengthen the stewardship and governance of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, both at central and district levels in Sierra Leone.
The Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party (TD/DCOP) will report directly to the Chief of Party and ensure technical implementation of high impact, proven interventions meet stated goals and reporting requirements. This individual will assume the responsibilities of the COP in their absence. The TD/DCOP will support the COP in coordinating with USAID, key stakeholders, implementing partners and government representatives and leads coordination for technical and operational aspects of the project. In addition, the TD/DCOP will manage the implementation of key program activities throughout targeted districts, oversee the work of technical staff, and ensure efficient technical and operational support for the project team.
Save the Children is currently accepting applications for the TD/DCOP position. Kindly note that any final offer is contingent upon donor approval and funding.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree in global health, public health or international development or Medical Degree is ideal; Bachelor’s Degree is required
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Prior experience as Deputy Chief of Party or Technical Director
- Minimum seven years of professional experience in managing complex technical projects of similar size and scope in a development context, with a minimum of five years’ experience in the West Africa region, ideally in Sierra Leone.
- Deep understanding of family planning and maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health programming priorities.
- At least three years of demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a technical team and in project design.
- Proven experience of budget management across multiple field sites and with multiple partners.
- In-depth knowledge of USAID approaches, regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements;
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government, private sector entities, community organizations, donors and other stakeholders, particularly at the sub-national level.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build teams. Includes experience hiring and supervising personnel, and effectively leading in team situations to deliver project results;
- Substantial experience in maintaining external relations with government, community stakeholders and civil society; and in convening diverse stakeholders and representing donor, government, and project priorities; excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in resource-constrained environments is important;
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; and to stay and work in basic conditions.
- Experience in integrating gender, diversity and inclusion into program activities.
- Experience in managing program teams, including coordinators, across multiple geographic sites, including staff development, coaching, and performance management.
- Fluency in written and spoken English; excellent documentation and report-writing skills.
- Knowledge of local language preferred.
- Proficiency in computer e.g. MS Word, MS Power Point and Excel.
- Willing to commit to Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.
Additional job responsibilities
- The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience
CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 year
Closing Date: 30th May,2022
The Organization
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicants are advised that
Save the Children International does not require any payment or expense during the entire recruitment process and we maintain zero tolerance to dual employment. Any request in this direction should be immediately
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.
Candidates should apply through the links that will be provided by Careers.sl.
Applicants should attach a copy of a valid Labour Card to their applications
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document and include your current remuneration and salary expectations for this role.
CLICK ON LINK TO APPLY : APPLY – Chief of Party
WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
3.) Chief of Party
Job Description
THE ROLE: Chief of Party: Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA)
Save the Children is recruiting for an experienced Chief of Party that will lead the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. The SIHSA is designed to improve the quality of family planning, maternal newborn child and adolescent health, and malaria services; promote adoption of crucial health behaviors; and strengthen the stewardship and governance of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, both at central and district levels in Sierra Leone.
The Chief of Party (COP) will be a senior leadership position, and will provide overall strategic direction in the design, management, implementation, and overall quality assurance of the SIHSA project. The COP will be the primary point of contact with USAID and be responsible for the sustainability of project interventions. The COP will collaborate with the Ministry of Health and other partners to provide high-level technical and managerial support for effective capacity building at the local level. The COP will also oversee a team of experts and support staff, prepare reports and annual operating plans, align project initiatives with in-country priorities, and ensure the program is compliant with USAID regulations and Save the Children’s policies and procedures.
Save the Children is currently accepting applications for the Chief of Party position. Kindly note that any final offer is contingent upon donor approval and funding.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in global health, public health or international development or Medical Degree is ideal; Bachelor’s Degree is required
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Prior experience as Chief of Party or Deputy COP;
- Minimum 7-10 years’ of professional experience designing, managing and implementing large and complex integrated health and service delivery programs;
- Proven experience of budget management across multiple field sites and with multiple partners.
- At least five years of senior program experience working and living in a developing country; ideally within Sierra Leone or West Africa;
- In-depth knowledge of USAID approaches, regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build teams. Includes experience hiring and supervising personnel, and effectively leading in team situations to deliver project results;
- Substantial experience in maintaining external relations with government, community stakeholders and civil society; and in convening diverse stakeholders and representing donor, government, and project priorities; excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in resource-constrained environments is important;
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; and to stay and work in basic conditions.
- Experience in integrating gender, diversity and inclusion into program activities.
- Experience in managing program teams, including coordinators, across multiple geographic sites, including staff development, coaching, and performance management.
- Fluency in written and spoken English; excellent documentation and report-writing skills.
- Proficiency in computer e.g. MS Word, MS Power Point and Excel.
- Willing to commit to Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.
Additional job responsibilities
The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.
CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 Year
Closing Date: 30th June, 2022
The Organization
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicants are advised that
Save the Children International does not require any payment or expense during the entire recruitment process and we maintain zero tolerance to dual employment. Any request in this direction should be immediately
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.
Candidates should apply through the links that will be provided by Careers.sl.
Applicants should attach a copy of a valid Labour Card to their applications
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document and include your current remuneration and salary expectations for this role.
CLICK ON LINK TO APPLY :
APPLY – Chief of Party
WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
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