🇸🇱 Massive Recruitment @ Abt Associates – Over 1,000 Positions

Abt Associates is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) M&E Assistants (x37)
2.) Data Entry Clerk (x37)
3.) Logistics Assistant (x2)
4.) Warehouse Assistant (x4)
5.) Site Manager (x23)
6.) IEC Supervisor (x28)
7.) Brigade Supervisor (x64)
8.) IEC Assistants (x218)
9.) Storekeeper (x23)
10.) Team Leader (x191)
11.) Spray Operator (954)
12.) Pump Technician (x46)

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) M&E Assistants (x37)

RECRUITMENT NOTICE OF SEASONAL  WORKERS FOR 2024 IRS CAMPAIGN IN BO AND BOMBALI DISTRICTS

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) is supporting Sierra Leone in implementing Indoor residual Spraying since 2021. For the 2024 IRS campaign, PMI through Evolve Project is looking for interested candidates for seasonal workers for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, Site Manager, Brigade Supervisors, M&E Assistants, Data Entry Clerks, IEC Supervisor, IEC Assistants, Team Leaders and Spray Operators.

 M&E Assistants

Number required: 16 Bo district & 11 Bombali District

Supervisor: MEL Senior Assistant

Specific duties:

• Train SOPs, Team Leaders and Brigade Supervisors on data collection using the approved M&E tools
• Ensure correct use of data collection tools and supervise data collection at operation sites
• Responsible for overall monitoring of data collection activities in the assigned site
• Ensure all data are reviewed and verified by Team leaders/Brigade supervisor for their respective teams and reported according to the approved data flow and timelines
• Identify and report data errors to MEL Senior manager via data collection tool provided
• Take corrective actions as required for quality improvement at site level
• Perform data collection verification in project-supported communities as required
• Ensure timely delivery of data (paper forms) from the field to the data center
• Submit daily spray progress reports for the assigned operation sites
• Support site manager to plan and organize daily field supervision
• Lead data collection process and data quality assurance
• Reviews data and correct any inconsistencies in daily data forms
• Make sure all data forms are entered according to defined variables
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior MEL Manager

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of Diploma in Public Health, Statistics or Social sciences (Students are encouraged to apply)
• Significant experience in electronic data collection and reporting management
• Demonstrate competence in assessing priorities, managing activities and meeting deadlines
• Strong writing, editing, and formatting skills
• Experience training large groups of people on data collection is bonus
• Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
• Practical experience in IRS data collection, analysis, and quality control.

EXPECTATIONS

• Spray Operators are trained on spray data recording and reporting
• DCV is conducted in assigned communities according to DCV schedule
• Daily Spray Performance is reported to the MEL Senior Manager
• Spray data forms are dispatched to the data center with without errors
• Supervise Spray Operators’ data recording in the field

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

2.) Data Entry Clerk (x37)

Position: Data Entry Clerk

Number required: 19 Bo district & 12 Bombali District

Supervisor: Database Manager/MEL Senior Manager

Specific duties:

• Reviewing all data on SOP forms for accuracy, completeness; then enter project database
• Sort and organize paper records following data entry according to project data filing protocols
• Updating database daily as per the data entry protocols
• Perform regular and extensive data cleaning
• Provide feedback to Data Entry Clerk Supervisors on data collection errors
• Update Data Error and Forms tracker daily
• Make sure all data forms are entered according to defined variables;
• Working closely with project Database Manager to correct data entry issues;
• Syncing the database on daily basis;
• Maintain database security;
• Mark and file entered forms in the cabinets or box files;
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned by MEL Senior Manager

Requirements

• Minimum of Diploma in Computer/ IT Science, Social sciences, statistics, Public Health or related fields (students are encouraged to apply)
• Must be able to focus for long periods and perform quickly and adequately
• Must have excellent touch-typing skills
• Knowledgeable and experienced in data entry and management
• Good organizational and communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Experience in the use of DHIS2 preferred
• Ability to work under pressure
• Previous experience in IRS data entry will be added advantage
• Must be a resident of Bombali or Bo

EXPECTATIONS

• Data are verified and entered correctly
• Set daily targets are met as required
• All data from the field captures defined variables.
• Data is Synced daily.
• Data center tracking sheet is updated daily
• Cleaning is done daily to eliminate discrepancies

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

3.) Logistics Assistant (x2)

Position: Logistics Assistant

Number required: 1 Bo district & 1 Bombali District

Supervisor: Logistics Coordinator

Specific duties:

• Provides logistical support for IRS activities, including spray operations, transport, and distribution of materials to operation site.
• Assists in managing the inventory, storage and irreparable materials, under the direction of logistics coordinator
• Works closely with district coordinator to ensure vehicles daily use sheet is completed accurately by drivers.
• Ensuring regular follow up of the hired project vehicles in the filed plan for any requirement for programme activities in liaison with the district Coordinator and logistics Coordinator.
• Oversee the collection of used insecticide sachets/bottles and PPEs and ensure sorting and storage at operation stores in collaboration with Environmental Compliance and safety Assistant.
• Plan and organize daily and weekly projections of logistics needs and movement.
• Ensure regular restocking of insecticides and other materials is done on time and before stock runs out.
• Verify completeness, accuracy and authenticate the ledger books at the operations sites stores.

Required qualifications:

• Diploma in Logistics and supply chain management or relevant field.
• Work experience in inventory control and warehouse/store management is preferred.
• Possess Basic Knowledge of MS Excel.
• Must be knowledgeable about the safe handling of insecticides and adherence to basic environmental compliance guidelines.
• Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
• Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
• Being a resident of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
• Female Storekeepers MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
• Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.

Expectations:

• Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
• proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
• Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
• Comply with BMP procedures
• Records daily temperature in the insecticide room
• Proper organization / layout of the material in store

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

4.) Warehouse Assistant (x4)

Position: Warehouse Assistant

Number required: 2 Central Warehouse 1 Bo district & 1 Bombali District

Supervisor: Warehouse Manager & Logistics Coordinator

Specific duties:

• Assist in overseeing daily operations of warehouse and maintain proper inventory records system at proper levels.
• Ensure proper storage and identification of all items in the warehouse.
• Inspect IRS materials received in the warehouse to verify quality and quantity of items delivered.
• To keep track of receipts, issues records and withdrawals of all IRS related materials in the Warehouse.
• Follow up on supply requests from operation site and liaise with the Warehouse Manager and site Manager to monitor progress.
• Assist warehouse manager to ensure proper material and equipment storage to avoid damages and ensure rotation of short shelf-life items.
• Assists in updating the logistics database in the warehouse

Required qualifications:

• Diploma in Logistics and supply chain management or relevant field.
• Work experience in inventory control and warehouse/store management is preferred.
• Possess Basic Knowledge of MS Excel.
• Must be knowledgeable about the safe handling of insecticides and adherence to basic environmental compliance guidelines.
• Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
• Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
• Being a resident of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
• Female Storekeepers MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
• Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.

Expectations:

• Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
• Ensure proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
• Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
• Comply with BMP procedures
• Records daily temperature in the insecticide room
• Proper organization / layout of the material in store

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

5.) Site Manager (x23)

Position: Site manager

Number required: 14 Bo district & 9 Bombali District

Supervisor: District Coordinator

Period: April to May 2024

Specific Duties:

• Coordinate all IRS site activities (morning mobilization of IRS teams and end of the day clean-up of equipment and personnel)
• Populate Spray Performance Tracker with spray results at the end of each day
• Lead coordination and planning of next-day movement for IRS teams and mobilizers through evening meetings with IRS site team
• Compile community-level IRS data at the end of each day to guide next-day movement of IRS teams and mobilizers
• Responsible for timely dispatch of IRS teams to the communities every morning of the IRS campaign
• Report ALL incident of side effect related to insecticide to the District Coordinator and environmental Compliance Assistant.
• Responsible for daily preparation of a soak pit for IRS activities
• Ensure food for IRS teams is provided on time
• Ensure water for washing and cleaning is always provided
• Ensure all IRS equipment is well-functioning daily
• Ensure environmental compliance and good sanitation at the IRS site at all time
• Ensure personal protective equipment of personnel is cleaned and washed daily and organized for next day use.
• Supervise daily distribution of insecticides to spray operators
• Ensure weekly meetings at site to improve the performance
• Serve as master trainers for team leaders and spray operators

Required qualifications:

• Minimum academic qualification of a Diploma in any field
• Ability to manage groups of people and/or tasks under pressure with little or no supervision
• Previous experience in an IRS operation is preferred but not required
• Good verbal communication skills in English
• Knowledge of a local language is an advantage
• MUST be able to use a mobile phone to perform basic functions such as sending SMS

Expectations:

• Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
• Ensure proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
• Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
• Comply with BMP procedures
• Team Leader and SOPs forms are completely and accurately filled
• Ensure to review all data collection forms

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

6.) IEC Supervisor (x28)

Position: IEC Supervisor

Number required: 16 chiefdoms Bo district & 12 chiefdoms Bombali District

Supervisor: District Coordinator

Period: March to May 2024

Specific duties:

• Coordinate mobilization of all communities in the assigned Chiefdom to increase acceptance of IRS
• Lead implementation of communication strategies in assigned chiefdom to ensure ALL community-level stakeholders ACCEPT IRS BEFORE the spray campaign
• Coordinate IRS mass mobilization activities by working closely with the District Coordinator, site managers and community mobilizers in assigned operation sites ensuring coordinate their visits well
• Liaise with community leadership, district council officials, and respective DHMTs for assistance with community mobilization and IRS sensitization efforts
• Ensure mobilization and IEC activities are implemented as per the mobilization calendar and spray calendar
• Manage and work closely with community mobilizers to ensure households in each community are fully prepared and accept IRS
• Facilitate training, coordinate, and supervise activities of IEC assistant and Mobilizers and all other actors involved in mobilization within assigned chiefdom during the implementation of IRS.
• Take photos of IRS mass mobilization activities daily
• Submit daily progress reports on (mobilization activities, challenges experienced lessons learned, and successes) and submit to IEC coordinator and district coordinator
• Ensure all operation sites are well branded with IRS banners and other IEC materials
• Work with site manager and other field staff to orientate community mobilizers on their roles and responsibilities
• Ensure community mobilizers have functioning megaphones to carry out their activities
• Monitor and report on IRS radio discussion programs and Jingles
• MUST collect and report community mobilization data for communities visited after each community meeting using the recommended electronic tools and mobilization forms prior to the start of the IRS campaign

Required qualifications:

• Diploma in communication, community development, public health, social science, or related discipline.
• Training in participatory approaches and community mobilization is preferable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to write news stories and take good photos.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Proficiency in English and ability to speak the common local language in Bo and Bombali districts.
• Very good knowledge of the geographical setup of the targeted Chiefdom and must be residents of the targeted Chiefdom.

Expectation:

• Increase in IRS acceptance in the targeted communities/villages.
• IRS-targeted villages have been visited at least once before and during the IRS campaign.
• Community mobilization forms are properly filled in for all targeted villages and submitted to the M&E team.
• IEC Assistants are well supervised and ensure they are performing their tasks accordingly.
• Attendance sheet signed daily at the operational sites.

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

7.) Brigade Supervisor (x64)

Position: Brigade Supervisor

Number required: 37 Bo district & 27 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site manager and District Coordinator

Period: April to May 2024

Specific duties:

• Supervise IRS teams to ensure spray quality according to best IRS practices
• Ensure that all spray operators and team leaders comply with the best IRS practices
• Ensure spraying is done according to environmental, health and safety standards
• While in the field, work with communities on IRS procedures, help in the house preparation, during spraying.
• Supervise attendance and also enforce robust community awareness about the benefit of spraying and all necessary preparations required for safer spraying
• Supervise performance of IEC Mobilizers
• Report ALL incident of side effect related to insecticide to the Site manager and environmental Compliance Assistant.
• Assist IRS teams in the field if any operational or performance problems arise
• Participate in planning of next-day IRS team movements led by a site manager
• Develop and monitor teams’ weekly logistics and supplies and report to site managers (i.e. spray pumps, pump parts, flashlight and transportation schedule etc.)
• Serve as master trainers for team leaders and spray operators
• Review and verify SOP and team leader forms before dispatching to the data centers

Required qualifications:

• Minimum academic qualification of a Diploma in any field
• Ability to manage groups of people and/or tasks under pressure with little or no supervision
• Previous experience in an IRS operation is preferred but not required
• Good verbal communication skills in English
• Knowledge of a local language is an advantage
• MUST be able to use a mobile phone to perform basic functions such as sending SMS

Expectations:

• Ensure teams are supervised in the field
• Team Leader and SOPs forms are completely and accurately filled
• Ensure to review all data collection forms
• All communities/Villages are well mobilized before the arrival of the spray team

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

8.) IEC Assistants (x218)

Position: IEC Assistants

Location: Bo  (135) Bombali (83)

Supervisor: IEC Supervisor

Period: March – May 2023

Specific Duties:

• Assist in promoting the IRS activities in the community,
• Coordinating IEC public relation activities
• Ensure proper distribution of IEC materials at village levels
• Assist in organizing mobilization campaigns for IRS activities in collaboration with PHUs and local authorities
• Facilitate coordination and trainings for community mobilizers at village level,
• Assist in supervising and monitoring of Mobilization and IRS interventions in the field
• Distribute IEC materials mobilizers for door-to-door mobilization,
• Lead and supervise IRS activities as agreed with District coordinator,
• Document all mobilization activities and share results with the IRS team

Required qualifications:

• Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in any of these languages is compulsory (Mende, Krio, Limba and Theme)
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to difficult locations/communities and working long hours
• Previous knowledge of IRS will be added advantage
• WASCCE/GCE O Level
• Must be a resident of the work communities.
• MUST have a valid identification card.
• Working as a Community Health Worker in the catchment area of the PHU is an added advantage

Expectation:

• All communities/Villages are well mobilized before the arrival of the spray team.
• High acceptance of IR in the targeted communities/Villages.
• Community mobilization forms filled out properly for all visited communities/villages.
• IEC Community Mobilizers are well supervised.

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

9.) Storekeeper (x23)

Position: Storekeeper

Number required: 14 Bo District & 9 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

• Keep and update stock cards, ledger book for each item in the operation site store
• Stick barcode serial numbers on insecticide bottles/sachets and scan the barcode for each of the insecticide bottles or sachets you are giving out to the Team Leader,
• Submit weekly situational report on the operation site store
• Take care of the cleanliness and the good maintenance of the operation site store
• Oversee daily store operations and maintain stocks according to prescribed inventory system
• Ensure proper storage and identification of all IRS materials,
• Keep track of receipts, records and withdrawals of all IRS materials in the operation site store
• Ensure timely replenishment of needed supplies in consultation with the Logistics Assistant and Warehouse manager,
• Collaborate with district coordinator and site manager in facilitating training programs for IRS spray operators, washers, pump cleaners and guards at operation site.

Required qualifications:

• Diploma in Logistics and supply chain management or relevant field.
• Work experience in inventory control and warehouse/store management is preferred.
• Possess Basic Knowledge of MS Excel.
• Must be knowledgeable about the safe handling of insecticides and adherence to basic environmental compliance guidelines.
• Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
• Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
• Being a resident of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
• Female Storekeepers MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
• Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.

Expectations:

• Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
• Ensure proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
• Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
• Comply with BMP procedures
• Records daily temperature in the insecticide room
• Proper organization / layout of the material in store

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

10.) Team Leader (x191)

Position: Team Leader

Number required: 111 Bo district & 80 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

• Ensure every morning that their spray teams have all the necessary personal protection equipment and that it is in good working order
• Checks the amount of insecticide in serialized sachets that each spray operator requires and ensures that he/she has all the necessary information and SOP forms required for the day’s work
• At the of each day, he/she ensures that each spray operator properly and safely disposes of any remaining insecticide following the progressive rinse method, and that he/she thoroughly cleans his/her spray pump at a designated wash area
• At the end of each day, report on insecticide use and ensure they are properly recorded on the SOP and TL forms
• Supervise spray team using spray Quality checklist provided to ensure spray quality
• Ensure that all spray operators comply with the best IRS practices
• Ensure spraying is done according to environmental, health and safety standards
• Allocates a number of structures to each spray operator upon arrival in a targeted village
• While in the field, sensitize households on IRS procedures, its importance benefits and support household members during house preparation
• Supervise attendance and performance SOPs
• Review and verify SOP daily

Required qualifications:

• Have experience working as CHW, resident in the catchment communities
• Experience working as CHW Peer Supervisor will be an advantage
• Have minimum academic qualification of GCE O Level/WASSCE
• Demonstrated ability to lead and/or manage people
• Be able to work under pressure with little/no supervision
• Have good communication skills, speak one of the local languages
• Be willing to work extra hours; have integrity and be accepted in the community
• Experience reviewing data forms, reporting according to protocol
• Not be pregnant (females) or lactating mothers during the spray campaign
• Be physically/medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic

Expectations:

• Structures are well sprayed
• SOPs accurately record spray data on SOP form and appropriately marked structure to indicate spray status
• Spray quality in structures is of very high standards
• spraying is done according to environmental, health and safety standards
• spray operator properly and safely disposes of any remaining insecticide following the progressive rinse method, and that he/she thoroughly cleans his/her spray pump at a designated wash area

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

11.) Spray Operator (954)

Position: Spray Operator

Number required: 553 Bo district & 401 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

• Each spray operator prepares his/her hand-compression sprayer for review and inspection by the spray team leader.
• Ensure to always wear the full set of clean PPEs before beginning to mix insecticide, during the spraying.
• Ensure to follow the household preparation procedures before spraying.
• Ensure the correct mixing of the insecticide.
• Ensure the correct application of the insecticide on the wall of the structure.
• Fill in the spray operator form neatly and correctly with defined variables.
• Ensure to mark the structure after spraying.
• Comply with the Environmental Best Management Practices
• Perform triple rinsing of equipment at the end of each day.
• Laise with the storekeeper to handover all IRS materials and equipment each day from the field.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum academic qualification of Basic Education Certificate Examination (B.E.C.E)
• Have experience working as CHW, resident in the catchment communities
• Have proven numeracy skills and be able to read and write in English
• Be able to collect and record information accurately following instructions
• Have experience completing data forms
• Be strong, weigh above 50Kg and able to carry a 10kg load for 5 hours
• Not be pregnant (Female) or lactating mothers during the spray campaign
• Be physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides
• Must endeavor/be willing to meet the minimum daily spray targets
• Must not be allergic to insecticides.
• Must not have any criminal or disciplinary records
• Needs minimum supervision
• Must be ready to being work at 05:00

Expectations:

• Handle, use, and dispose of IRS insecticides safely
• Handle, use, and maintain IRS equipment
• Spray insecticides using proper technique
• Sensitize households and prepare houses for spraying
• Complete daily report forms accurately
• Mark structures accurately following visit

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

12.) Pump Technician (x46)

Position: Pump Technician

Number required:  28 Bo District & 18 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

• Assist the spray team to achieve spray targets by diagnosing common problems with the sprayer.
• Identify the root causes.
• Perform the correct steps to fix common pumps problems and demonstrate proper calibration.
• Contribute to good environmental compliance practices by ensuring proper maintenance and quick repairs of sprayer Pumps.
• Responsible of lifespan for the spray pumps by ensuring the care and proper handling of sprayer pumps at operation sites
• Communicate with spray operators and supervisors to help the spray team to achieve spray targets.

Required Qualification:

• Excellent interpersonal communications and knowledge of Mende and Temne is compulsory.
• Demonstrated knowledge of testing and calibrating the spray pump
• Installation of Control Flow Valve and ability check the nozzle and the screen filters to ensure they are not clogged.
• Ability to understand the internal and external parts of sprayer pumps by name.
• Willingness and flexibility to work long hours.

Minimum qualifications:

• Vocational training
• Able to read and write.
• Training/certificate in spray pump maintenance

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via [email protected] or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15^th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS