Job Vacancy at Action Against Hunger – Compliance and Partnerships Coordinator (Sierra Leone)

ABOUT US

International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger (ACF) has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in both Liberia and Sierra Leone in 1991 during the Civil War and since then has been operational in the two countries by implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods, WASH and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition in both countries. Action Against Hunger collaborate with other international organizations, National organizations, the private sector, the line ministries and authorities at all level as well as the communities. ACF has people centred approach and work with the affected communities in program development and implementations. The position will be based in either Freetown or Monrovia and will cover both countries.

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as a Compliance and Partnerships Coordinator, to serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and is responsible for Compliance and Risk Management Strengthening of Action Against Hunger in Sierra Leone and Liberia Mission.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Identify incoherencies and non-compliance to Action Against Hunger Internal Control Guidelines and Procedures (mainly in Accounting, HR and Logistics departments) internally and amongst Partners (local and international):

Strengthening of the Partnership approach of Action Against Hunger with local and international Partners:

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform other related tasks as required and responsible for reporting and communication of progress and achievement of the specific assigned task;

Maintenance of high technical standards;

Conduct all duties in a professional manner following Action Against Hunger staff regulations, Action Against Hunger mandate and charter including promotion of gender equality.

Adhere to all COVID-19 precautionary measures

Timely Filling and submission of timesheets and checking and approving for staff s/he supervises.

Gender Action

Contribute to the development of necessary gender methods and tools, such as overall guidelines and guidelines for specific processes.

Demonstrate experience and/or personal commitment to promoting gender equality within the Action Against Hunger work environment

Works with project teams teams to ensure access and participation of women, men, girls and boys at risk to Action Against Hunger’s response, recovery and rehabilitation work

Arrange for the preparation of special reports as needed, on particular gender issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

Masters Degree in International Development or Action Against Hunger sector related field;or first degree with good experience in fields related to institutional compliance and risk, audit, business administration, international development etc

Minimum five years of previous similar roles work experience in international development, humanitarian assistance or related sector;

Knowledge of Project Management Cycle and project management tools

Excellent written and oral communications skills in English language;

Well-organized, attentive to detail, and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently;

Competence with Windows, Microsoft Office;

Familiarity with Agreements and Budget development;

Previous experience working with international partners;

Strong organizational and research skills with a broad understanding of various program sectors and activities;

Extensive knowledge of donor rules and regulations;

Excellent critical thinking, superior problem solving skills and ability to use good judgment when making difficult decisions

Demonstrable ability to effectively organize multiple projects and set appropriate priorities

Ability to be flexible, yet focused and reliable, in a work environment with frequently changing demands and circumstances

Ability to work effectively independently and in a team atmosphere, encouraging colleagues to contribute to common work goals achievements

Desirable

Advance training in institutional audits

REQUIRED SKILLS

Knowledge in humanitarian principles

Analytical capacity

Good communication with others

Knowledge on training, English language

Good level of skill using Microsoft Office

Capacity to monitor and report on activities

Management skills

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: As soon as Possible

DURATION OF CONTRACT: One (1) Year Sierra Leonean contract (Renewable)

LOCATION: Freetown,with frequent travels to Liberia, Moyamba and other field areas

REMUNERATION:

Monthly Basic Salary: SLL15,714,060 to SLL 17,128,880 based on profile

Monthly Transport Allowance: 10% of Monthly Basic Salary

Housing Allowance: 10% of Monthly Basic Salary

Medical Insurance

HOW TO APPLY:

Send Motivation Letter, CV saved in your name – for example (Joe Blue CV) for your CV, and (Joe Blue Motivation Letter) for your motivation letter, with names of three (3) referees by EMAIL, under the Subject “Compliance and Partnerships Coordinator” to

[email protected]

Deadline for the receipt of applications is Monday, 4th February 2022.

Due to the urgency of this position, applications may be sorted on a rolling basis.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and oral interview.

Please state the position applied for on the subject line of your email.

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.