πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡± Job Vacancies @ Concern Worldwide – 6 Positions

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Concern Worldwide

Concern Worldwide is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Market Access Officer
2.) SLCRP Manager
3.) SLCRP Senior Officer - Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment
4.) SLCRP Senior Officer – Cross Cutting
5.) Agriculture Officer
6.) Climate Change and Environment Officer

 

See job details and how to apply below.

Table of Contents

1.) Market Access Officer

Job TitleMarket Access OfficerΒ Reports to:SLCRP Senior Officer- Cross CuttingDirect reports:NilLiaises with:

  • All project team members and partners in district, other Project Officers including their senior officers, other project teams in District, relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC and Yoti Yoti project in Port Loko.
  • Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, systems and HR staff; Freetown PDQ Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager; SLCRP Manager, Livelihoods Programme Coordinator.
  • Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.

Job Location:Port Loko project communities (field based)Contract Details:Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extensionJob Purpose:

The Market Access officer will lead all field activities relating to: Climate-resilient farming, fishing and alternative livelihoods secured by communities through establishing livelihood action plans at community level; Establishing and supporting livelihoods circles at community level; EstablishΒ  and/or strengthen and train VSLA groups; Improved access to quality productive assets including access to and understanding of market information for project farmers, and linking project farmers to traders, transporters and private sector actors. Strengthen climate resilient business models, skills and access to financing and markets for youth and women’s leadership including Co-deliver ToTs for TVET, entrepreneurship and business skills, The Market Access officer will lead all field activities relating to:Β Climate-resilient farming, fishing and alternative livelihoods secured by communitiesΒ through establishing livelihood action plans at community level; Establishing and supporting livelihoods circles at community level; EstablishΒ  and/or strengthen and train VSLA groups; Improved access to quality productive assets including access to and understanding of market information for project farmers, and linking project farmers to traders, transporters and private sector actors.Β Strengthen climate resilient business models, skills and access to financing and markets for youth and women’s leadershipΒ including Co-deliver ToTs for TVET, entrepreneurship and business skills, Training to community members on TVET, business and entrepreneurship; Develop business models for coastal products; Agree and implement small-scale solutions for strengthening value chains.Β Strengthen capacity of communities to protect, restore and sustainably use mangrove ecosystems for climate resilienceΒ through Identifying alternative livelihood strategies to mangrove use

S/he will coordinate his/her activities with local partner staff leading on facilitating access to finance resources and financial literacy especially related to testing and pilot VSLA for young people and linking VSLA groups to financial services.

S/he will support in project assessments including any market and value chain assessments.

S/he will ensure that agreed targets are on track, collect monitoring and case stories, and provide quality reports.

Main duties &Β 

Responsibilities:

Programme planning and implementation

Under supervision of the SLCRP Senior Officer- Cross Cutting:

  • Contribute to the development of monthly and weekly work plans with the team based on the overall project work plan and timeframe;
  • Actively participate in relevant project training of trainers;
  • Preparation of documentation (ToRs, SRs, training curriculum, budget, float request, transport request…) for a programmatic and logistical preparation to implement agreed field activities – trainings, workshops, coaching and monitoring visits;
  • Facilitate trainings and workshops in areas of responsibility ensuring all paperwork are properly filled and procedures followed (such as attendance lists, payment receipt etc.);
  • Support other project officers in Production/Availability and Market access activities where needed/appropriate;
  • Coordinate with local partner where needed on activities.

Monitoring and Evaluation

  • Participate in community entry meetings and identification of project beneficiaries;
  • Participate in project assessments including Market and value chain assessments;
  • Ensure that all agreed Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning requirements are captured on time through standardized data collection tools; are accurate and submitted to the SLCRP Senior Officer and the M&E Officer;
  • Participate in project planning, review meetings with staff and stakeholders, and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day-to-day project implementation;
  • Actively participate in relevant review meetings with programme participants;
  • Participate in baseline, end line and monitoring surveys as required.

Reporting and documentation

  • Participate in the writing of monthly activity reports through the timely submission of activities up-date to the Team Leader- Cross Cutting;
  • Actively participate in the documentation of good practices and case stories working with PDQ team;
  • Participate in correct and accurate filling of documentation (soft & hard copies)

Other responsibilities:

  • Promote full accountability and compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;
  • Support the fulfilment of Concerns commitments to accountability (as outlined in the Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) to which Concern is a signatory) – including in relation to the functionality and accessibility of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM);
  • Ensure that Cross cutting themes: Gender & Equality, DRR and Environment are mainstreamed in all activities;
  • Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders and animators to aid successful programming;
  • Participate in relevant coordination meetings at District level;
  • Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.

Person specification:

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required

Essential

  • Must have a diploma or University degree in Agriculture, Economics, Development, Sociology or other Social Sciences;
  • Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of agricultural markets, financial and private sector actors, VSLA and IGS approaches (experience in fisheries markets desirable), (experience in environment, gender and nutrition an advantage);
  • Good capacity in community mobilization and knowledge of participatory approaches.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

Essential:

  • Minimum 3 years working with INGOs;
  • Excellent, proven training skills and competence in group facilitation;
  • Ability to work on own initiative;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Good observation skills;
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated;
  • Ability to influence others;
  • Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning;
  • Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio;
  • Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable)

Emergency responseConcern is committed to responding to emergenciesΒ efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity.Β To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organizationHIV & AIDS

Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.Β  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:

  • Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues.
  • Protecting him/herself and colleagues.

Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.

Gender Equality

Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.

Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.

Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated PoliciesΒ 

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to SME&Lrify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.Β Β 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.Β Β 
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email toΒ [email protected]Β OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

Β  Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

Β  HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 156A Freetown Highway Mile 91, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 24 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA Substation, Port LokoΒ 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 onΒ 22ndΒ November 2024

 

OnlyΒ short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

 

NOTE!!

Due to the urgent need of this position, shortlisting and interview will be done simultaneously.Β The vacancy may be closed before the advert closing date if a suitable candidate is found within this period.

 

β€œFEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

2.) SLCRP Manager

Job TitleSLCRP ManagerReports to:Livelihoods Programme CoordinatorDirect reports:2 Senior Officers and 1 M&E OfficerΒ  – matric manage SLCRP OfficersLiaises with:

-Project Managers/District Delivery Managers in Port- Loko, Livelihoods/Yoti Yoti Project Coordinator.

-Port Loko Area Coordinator; PL & Freetown finance, system and HR staff;

-Programme Coordinators (Education, Health, Emergency), Programme Director (PD), PDQ Coordinator, Programme Development and Quality unit (Equality and Gender Advisor; Accountability Supervisor and Advocacy and Communications Manager)

-District stakeholders, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) officials, Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, DHMT officials, SUNI/FNS Network, and Paramount Chiefs in target Chiefdoms of Port Loko District and WHH LANN-NCS staff

-Concern Head Office Likelihoods technical people as needed through Livelihoods Programme Coordinator

Job Location:Port Loko, Concern Office (50% in the field in project sites)Contract Details:Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extensionJob Purpose:

The Project Manager will work under the oversight of the Livelihoods Programme Coordinator.

Overall the role of the Project Coordinator is to provide strong management and leadership of the project team and partners and successful delivery of the SLRCP aiming to β€˜reduce the vulnerability of coastal communities to climate change impacts’ in Port Loko and Kambia Districts. S/He will receive technical support from the Livelihoods Programme Coordinator both on programming and on budget management.Β The post will be based in Port Loko District and supporting a national partner in Kambia with participation in Save the Children’s (StC) partnership meetings, as well as government and stakeholder meetings as needed.

The Project Coordinator will provide effective leadership and management of 2 team leaders, 1 M&E Officer and other project staff and ensure accurate and timely program planning, implementation, budgeting and reporting. S/he will be responsible for the day to day management of their line reports, developing project plans and ensuring they are carried out, monitoring expenditure and timely escalation of risks to his/her line manager. S/he will ensure the MEAL and Advocacy plans are properly implemented and provide technical backstopping and capacity building of project team and partners where needed. Approximately 50% of his/her time will be spent in the field carrying out supportive supervision visits. The Project Coordinator will ensure that close coordination between the project team and other sectors is maintained at all stages of the project, while also maintaining positive relationships with consortium partners, relevant District stakeholders including Ministries and other district development organizations

Main duties &Β 

Responsibilities:

Specific Roles and Responsibilities

Project Cycle Management

  • Prepare annual Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP), with realistic budget that correspond to approved donor proposal in coordination with Livelihoods Programme Coordinator; and ensure DIP are effectively monitored, managed and updated at least quarterly;
  • Prepare annual Procurement Plan that aligns to the budget and DIP; in coordination with Livelihoods Programme Coordinator and Senior Logs Coordinator; and ensure the procurement plan is updated at the same time as the DIP.Β  are effectively monitored, managed and updated at least quarterly;
  • Develop annual project budget including monthly cash flow forecasting; Ensure ToRs are in line with agreed budget; Conduct budget review including reforecasts at least quarterly; Conduct monthly Donor Management Account review with feedback; Submit monthly cash forecasts – in coordination with Livelihoods Programme Coordinator
  • Ensure the project is implemented according to agreed annual, quarterly and monthly work plans and budgets; delivers against timeframes, output and outcome targets/objectives;
  • Ensure timely project-related procurements, including timely submission of ToR and SRs for project activities (that are in line with agreed budget), purchase of supplies, maintenance and repairs, and related expenses;
  • Ensure that all project advances are liquidated properly, in line with ConcernΒ  policies and procedures, and with required supporting documents
  • Provide regular updates on project progress to Livelihoods Programme Coordinator highlighting any areas of variance with suggested corrective actions;
  • Provide strong management and technical support to project staff throughout the project cycle, giving constructive feedback and ensuring their plans and activities take on all commitments in the proposal.
  • Assist in ensuring all SLCRP staff in the district are familiar with and adhere to all Concern financial and procurement policies and procedures.

Technical

  • Lead in facilitating strengthened community structures, coastal governance platforms and Community Adaptation Plans (CAPs)
  • Ensure Local/District Development Plans incorporate Community Adaptation Plans and strengthened national and sub-national governments undertake climate adaptation projects
  • EnsureΒ  dissemination of knowledge, skills and solutions for climate-resilient health, nutrition and WASH for communities, especially women and children
  • Lead in enhancing climate resilience of schools and climate change education in schools
  • Lead in climate-resilient farming, fishing and alternative livelihoods secured by communities
  • Ensure strengthened climate resilient business models, skills and access to financing and markets for youth and women’s leadership
  • Lead in ensuring ecosystems-based adaptation are implemented in communities
  • Lead in Monitoring, Evaluation, Advocacy and Learning in coordination with the PDQ team and M&E officer

Networking, advocacy and representationΒ 

  • Participate in quarterly partner review meetings with consortium, partners;
  • Ensure effective collaboration and build/maintain strong relationships with District Council, District Ministries: MAFS, Ministry of Social Welfare, Ministry of Gender and Youth Affairs, Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, District Health Management Team, District Environmental Protection Officer etc. as well as International Non-Governmental Organisations (INGOs) for successful implementation of the project
  • Representing Concern in relevant forums and meetings at district and national level.
  • Serve as a key focal person for arranging support for all project visitors to the district.

Monitoring, Evaluation and ReportingΒ 

  • Collaborate with consortium partners in the organisation/implementation ofΒ  mid-term and final evaluation and other assessments –  highlight areas of the adaptation of SLCRP to Port Loko and Kambia context;
  • Ensure that project activities are continuously monitored and evaluated according to project MEAL plan, including accuracy of data collection by SLCRP MEAL officer and project staff; and use of project learnings to improve programming;
  • Ensure up-to-date database of all activities on a quarterly basis by MEAL Officer;
  • With support from the PDQ team ensure that all collected data are analysed according to logical framework of the project;
  • Ensure high quality, timely monthly reports are compiled for submission to StC – for internal management purposes and donor reporting
  • Input into theΒ  annual report including case studies as per guidelines;
  • Prepare draft of input for Concern annual report with line manager

Human ResourcesΒ Β 

  • Line manage the Senior Officers and MEAL Officer,Β  contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract;
  • Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and procedures and are updated of any changes;
  • Monitor and review performance of your staff and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance – seeking help and guidance from the seeking help and guidance from the your Line Manager where appropriate; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting SMART objectives as per Concern guidelines and identifying areas of staff development needs;
  • Conduct regular supportive supervision in the operational areas;
  • Ensure that work within the team(s) is planned and organised in a way which will meet the organisation’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently and as a team.
  • Lead/support in recruitment of staff as needed.

OtherΒ 

  • Actively participate in collective exercises such as preparation or updates of Preparing for Effective Emergency Response (PEER) plan, Security Management Plan (SMP); proposal development and other Concern initiatives;
  • Promote and protect the reputation of Concern in external settings, ensuring the organization’s experience and expertise is well communicated and consistently presented, and that we are seen as a professional organization;
  • Ensure the efficient and transparent use of all Concern’s resources in order to maximize the benefit to the targeted communities;
  • Promote accountability and ensure compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct and Associated Policies (Programme Participants Protection Policy, Child Safeguarding Policy, Anti-trafficking Policy), Anti-Fraud Policy and Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS), including the complaint and response mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;
  • Promote Equality, especially gender, and Concerns other cross cutting themes (Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership),Β within the organization and across programmes, in line with Concern’s Equality Policy and, and ensures targeting and project implementation is informed byΒ How Concern Understands Extreme PovertyΒ (HCUEP);
  • Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Management Team or by your Line Manager.

Person specification:

Essential

  • Degree in Agriculture, Agro Economics or Natural Resources Management, International Development, Social Sciences or other related field or accepted equivalent professional experience.
  • At least 5 years of relevant Programme management experience.
  • Experience in planning and management of programs in Sierra Leone, experience in implementing/managing Livelihoods/Climate programmes.
  • Experience of managing consortia projects and working with national partners.
  • Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills (in English) (World, Excel, PowerPoint …).
  • Ability to organize and plan effectively;
  • Strong budget and financial management skills;
  • Excellent skills in representation and communication and the ability toΒ  communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences at community and senior levels
  • Proven influencing and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences, experience working in partnership with Government stakeholders would be an advantage.
  • Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently;
  • Cross cultural awareness and sensitivity

Desirable

  • Experience in any of the following: system strengthening, climate smart and adaptive approaches, nutrition, natural resource managing, environment, equity, Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
  • Experience in working with district sector offices (such as, welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, education health …), local NGOs, INGOs and private sector;
  • Proposal development;
  • Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio

Emergency responseConcern is committed to responding to emergenciesΒ efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity.Β To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organizationHIV & AIDS

Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.Β  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:

  • Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues.
  • Protecting him/herself and colleagues.

Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.

Gender Equality

Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.

Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.

Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated PoliciesΒ 

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to SME&Lrify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.Β Β 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.Β Β 
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email toΒ [email protected]Β OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

Β  Β  HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

Β  Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 156A Freetown Highway Mile 91, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 24 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA Substation, Port LokoΒ 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 onΒ 22ndΒ November 2024

 

OnlyΒ short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

 

NOTE!!

Due to the urgent need of this position, shortlisting and interview will be done simultaneously.Β The vacancy may be closed before the advert closing date if a suitable candidate is found within this period.

 

β€œFEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

3.) SLCRP Senior Officer - Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment

Job TitleSLCRP Senior Officer- Agriculture, Climate Change and EnvironmentReports to:SLCRP Project ManagerDirect reports:SLCRP Officers (3)Liaises with:

  • All project team members and partners in district, but especially the other SLCRP Senior Officer; other project teams in Port Loko. Relevant counterparts in SLCRP in Kambia implemented by a national partner.
  • Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; So-WASH Engineering Manager; Freetown PDQ Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Programme Coordinator and Sector Programme Coordinators.
  • Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
  • Relevant head office advisors

Job Location:Port Loko, Concern Office (50% in the field in project sites)Contract Details:Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extensionJob Purpose:

The Senior Officer will be responsible for coordinating all day-to-day supportive supervision of the Project Officers to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work -updating, his/her line manager accordingly. S/He will build strong working relationships – and coordinate closely with – stakeholders in all project communities and project partners (The District Councils, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) and Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR)). S/he will be responsible for monitoring implementation and keeping up-to-date activity plans and reports and submitting to the SLCRP Manager.

 

Project specific:

  • Overall the role of the Senior Officer- Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment is to implement SLCRP activities and provide strong management and leadership of project offices and matric support partners to ensure successful delivery of the SLCRP aiming to β€˜reduce the vulnerability of coastal communities to climate change impacts’ in Port Loko and Kambia Districts. S/He will receive technical support from the SLCRP Manager on programming.

 

Coastal communities and institutions have governance structures, plans, knowledge, skills and solutions in place to undertake local adaptation to climate change

  • Take a lead role in strengthening community structures, coastal governance platforms and developing Community Adaptation Plans (CAPs).
  • Take a lead in integration of Community Adaptation Plans into Local/District Development Plans and strengthened capacity of national and sub-national government for implementing adaptation initiatives
  • Liaise with the Freetown WASH team to ensure Small-scale WASH infrastructure (rainwater harvesting, filtration and solar hot water systems) are installed and climate-resilient WASH and nutrition practices are used by communities, especially women and children
  • Liaise with Freetown WASH Team and Education Coordinator to ensure small-scale infrastructure (incl. rainwater harvesting and solar power), climate change education and disaster risk reduction measures are implemented for schools

 

Coastal communities have climate-resilient farming, fishing and alternative livelihoods and businesses

  • Support with the provision of appropriate technologies, equipment, inputs, plans and practices for climate-resilient farming, fishing and alternative livelihoods

 

Mangroves are conserved and restored for coastal resilience and communities have increased capacity to co-manage mangroves with government institutions.

  • Ensure strengthened capacity of communities and government for climate-resilient mangrove management and alternative technologies and fuel sources that reduce mangrove wood use
  • Ensure mangroves conserved and restored via assessments, management plans, planting and monitoring

Other:

  • Support project assessments in area of expertise (Baseline, Market assessments, annual surveys e.t.c)
  • Provide technical support to WASH interventions related to ensuring they are climate smart and adaptive.

Main duties &Β 

Responsibilities:

Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the SLCRP Coordinator:

Programme design and planningΒ 

  • Collaborate closelyΒ with the SLCRP Manager in developing annual, monthly and weekly activity plans for the SLCRP;
  • Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team (which are harmonized with partner plans where needed) based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary;
  • In coordination with the Project Officers, ensure that field level activities are accurately planned and implementation plans are realistic;
  • Participate in field assessments and needs identification surveys that may be requested for the development of new project proposals.

Programme implementationΒ 

  • Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of SLCRP outcomes. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonise approaches and promote sharing and learning;
  • Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools;
  • Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to SLCRP Manager;
  • Develop and design effective community mobilisation strategies in engaging with community structures in promoting climate smart and environmentally friendly initiatives in target communities;
  • Work closely with the So-WASH Engineer to conduct field level assessment for the construction of climate smart irrigation or WASH facilities in target communities;
  • Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget;
  • Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise;
  • Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers.

 

MEAL

  • Ensure involvement of communities in the planning, monitoring and implementation of climate smart and environmental friendly initiatives at various levels;
  • Support the SLCRP Manager and sector coordinators to organise and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment – highlight areas of the adaptation of District context.
  • Work with the MEAL team in design plan and monitoring tools, to monitor activities, outputs and impact and adapt the programme as needed;
  • In collaboration with Concern’s MEAL team, identify and document lessons learnt and case/impact stories in the project;
  • Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learnings are incorporated into day to day project implementation;
  • Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected.

People Management:Β 

  • Line manages three Project Officers, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract;
  • Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work;
  • Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures;
  • Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs;
  • Ensure that work within the team(s) is planned and organised in a way which will meet the organisation’s needs in the most cost-effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently;
  • Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Project Officers.

Other responsibilities:

  • Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;
  • Support the fulfilment of Concerns commitments to accountability (as outlined in the Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) to which Concern is a signatory) – including in relation to the functionality and accessibility of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM);
  • Under the supervision of the SLCRP Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership;
  • Foster partnerships with key government line ministries and other institutions working on climate change and environment issues;
  • Participate in relevant meetings at District level;
  • Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.

Person specification:

Essential

  • University degree in Environmental Science/Agriculture or other relevant social sciences.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in climate change and environment, or livelihoods issues with adequate experience of practical situations in Sierra Leone.
  • Experience in implementing climate smart / nutrition sensitive agriculture and/or NRM is an added advantage.
  • Minimum 4 year working with local/national/INGOs desirable
  • Field experience in community-based projects working directly with communities, partners and government officials.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

  • Strong team leader – demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing.
  • Good budget and financial management skills.
  • Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently.
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated.
  • Ability to motivate and inspire others.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Excellent supervision skills.
  • Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • Experience in working with district sector offices (such as welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, environment, nutrition and/or health), local/national NGOs and INGOs.
  • Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio.
  • Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).

Emergency responseConcern is committed to responding to emergenciesΒ efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity.Β To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organizationHIV & AIDS

Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.Β  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:

  • Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues.
  • Protecting him/herself and colleagues.

Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.

Gender Equality

Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.

Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.

Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated PoliciesΒ 

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to SME&Lrify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.Β Β 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.Β Β 
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email toΒ [email protected]Β OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β  Β 

Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 156A Freetown Highway Mile 91, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 24 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA Substation, Port LokoΒ 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 onΒ 22ndΒ November 2024

 

OnlyΒ short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

 

NOTE!!

Due to the urgent need of this position, shortlisting and interview will be done simultaneously.Β The vacancy may be closed before the advert closing date if a suitable candidate is found within this period.

 

β€œFEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

4.) SLCRP Senior Officer – Cross Cutting

Job TitleSLCRP Senior Officer – Cross CuttingReports to:SLCRP Project ManagerDirect reports:SLCRP Officers (3)Liaises with:

  • All project team members and partners in district, but especially the other SLCRP Senior Officer; other project teams in Port Loko. Relevant counterparts in SLCRP in Kambia implemented by a national partner.
  • Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; So-WASH Engineering Manager; Freetown PDQ Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Programme Coordinator and Sector Programme Coordinators.
  • Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
  • Relevant head office advisors

Job Location:Port Loko, Concern Office (50% in the field in project sites)Contract Details:Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extensionJob Purpose:

The Senior Officer will be responsible for coordinating all day-to-day supportive supervision of the Project Officers to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work -updating, his/her line manager accordingly. S/He will build strong working relationships – and coordinate closely with – stakeholders in all project communities and project partners Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (MAFS) and Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR)). S/he will be responsible for monitoring implementation and keeping up-to-date activity plans and reports and submitting to the SLCRP Manager.

 

Project specific:

  • Overall the role of the Senior Officer-Cross Cutting is to implement SLCRP activities and provide strong management and leadership of project offices and matric support partners to ensure successful delivery of the SLCRP aiming to β€˜reduce the vulnerability of coastal communities to climate change impacts’ in Port Loko and Kambia Districts. S/He will receive technical support from the SLCRP Manager on programming.

 

Coastal communities and institutions have governance structures, plans, knowledge, skills and solutions in place to undertake local adaptation to climate change

 

  • Take a lead role in strengthening community structures, coastal governance platforms and developing Community Adaptation Plans (CAPs).
  • Take a lead in integration of Community Adaptation Plans into Local/District Development Plans and strengthened capacity of national and sub-national government for implementing adaptation initiatives
  • Liaise with the Freetown WASH team to ensure Small-scale WASH infrastructure (rainwater harvesting, filtration and solar hot water systems) are installed and climate-resilient WASH and nutrition practices are used by communities, especially women and children
  • Liaise with Freetown WASH Team and Education Coordinator to ensure small-scale infrastructure (incl. rainwater harvesting and solar power), climate change education and disaster risk reduction measures are implemented for schools

 

Coastal communities have climate-resilient farming, fishing and alternative livelihoods and businesses

  • Ensure strengthened business models, skills, equipment and access to financing and markets for youth and women’s enterprises

Other:

  • Support project assessments in area of expertise (Baseline, Market assessments, annual surveys e.t.c)
  • Provide technical support to WASH interventions related to ensuring they are climate smart and adaptive.

Main duties &Β 

Responsibilities:

Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the SLCRP Manager:

Programme design and planningΒ 

  • Collaborate closelyΒ with the SLCRP Manager in developing annual, monthly and weekly activity plans for the SLCRP;
  • Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team (which are harmonized with partner plans where needed) based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary;
  • In coordination with the Project Officers, ensure that field level activities are accurately planned and implementation plans are realistic;
  • Participate in field assessments and needs identification surveys that may be requested for the development of new project proposals.

Programme implementationΒ 

  • Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of SLCRP outcomes. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonise approaches and promote sharing and learning;
  • Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools;
  • Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to SLCRP Manager;
  • Develop and design effective community mobilisation strategies in engaging with community structures in promoting climate smart and environmental friendly initiatives in target communities;
  • Work closely with the So-WASH Engineer to conduct field level assessment for the construction of climate smart irrigation or WASH facilities in target communities;
  • Lead the team in community engagement process and implementation of climate change and environment, livelihoods, education and WASH related activities. Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdoms, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming;
  • Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget;
  • Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise;
  • Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers.

MEAL

  • Ensure involvement of communities in the planning, monitoring and implementation of climate smart and environmentally friendly initiatives at various levels;
  • Support the SLCRP Manager and sector coordinators to organise and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment – highlight areas of the adaptation of District context.
  • Work with the MEAL team in design plan and monitoring tools, to monitor activities, outputs and impact and adapt the programme as needed;
  • In collaboration with Concern’s MEAL team, identify and document lessons learnt and case/impact stories in the project;
  • Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learnings are incorporated into day to day project implementation;
  • Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected.

People Management:Β 

  • Line manage three Project Officers, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract;
  • Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work;
  • Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures;
  • Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs;
  • Ensure that work within the team(s) is planned and organised in a way which will meet the organisation’s needs in the most cost-effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently;
  • Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Project Officers.

Other responsibilities:

  • Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;
  • Support the fulfilment of Concerns commitments to accountability (as outlined in the Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) to which Concern is a signatory) – including in relation to the functionality and accessibility of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM);
  • Under the supervision of the SLCRP Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership;
  • Foster partnerships with key government line ministries and other institutions working on climate change and environment issues;
  • Participate in relevant meetings at District level;
  • Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.

Person specification:

Essential

  • University degree in Nutrition/Public health/Sustainable development or other relevant social sciences.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in climate change and environment, or livelihoods issues with adequate experience of practical situations in Sierra Leone.
  • Experience in implementing climate smart / nutrition sensitive agriculture and/or NRM is an added advantage.
  • Minimum 4 year working with local/national/INGOs desirable
  • Field experience in community-based projects working directly with communities, partners and government officials.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

  • Strong Team Leader- demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing.
  • Good budget and financial management skills.
  • Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently.
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated.
  • Ability to motivate and inspire others.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Excellent supervision skills.
  • Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • Experience in working with district sector offices (such as welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, environment, nutrition and/or health), local/national NGOs and INGOs.
  • Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio.
  • Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).

Emergency responseConcern is committed to responding to emergenciesΒ efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity.Β To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organizationHIV & AIDS

Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.Β  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:

  • Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues.
  • Protecting him/herself and colleagues.

Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.

Gender Equality

Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.

Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.

Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated PoliciesΒ 

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to SME&Lrify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.Β Β 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.Β Β 
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email toΒ [email protected]Β OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 156A Freetown Highway Mile 91, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 24 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA Substation, Port LokoΒ 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 onΒ 22ndΒ November 2024

 

OnlyΒ short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

 

NOTE!!

Due to the urgent need of this position, shortlisting and interview will be done simultaneously.Β The vacancy may be closed before the advert closing date if a suitable candidate is found within this period.

 

β€œFEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

5.) Agriculture Officer

Job TitleAgriculture OfficerΒ Reports to:SLCRP Senior Officer- Agriculture, Climate Change and EnvironmentDirect reports:NilLiaises with:

  • All project team members and partners in district, other Project Officers including their senior officers, other project teams in District, and relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC and Yoti Yoti projects in Port Loko.
  • Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, systems and HR staff; Freetown PDQ Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager; SLCRP Manager, Livelihoods Programme Coordinator.
  • Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors

Job Location:Port Loko project communities (field based)Contract Details:Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extensionJob Purpose:

The Agriculture officer will lead all field activities relating to: Strengthened community structures, coastal governance platforms and Community Adaptation Plans (CAPs) by Developing, agreeing and consolidating CAPs with the targeted communities and conducting annual review meeting on CAPs to check progress/challenges

Ensuring Local/District Development Plans incorporate Community Adaptation Plans and strengthened national and sub-national governments undertake climate adaptation projects through ensuring they Strengthen district coordination mechanisms and Mentoring and joint supportive supervision at community level.

Enhance climate resilience of schools and climate change education in schools by supporting school use of climate resilient equipment.

Climate-resilient farming, fishing and alternative livelihoods secured by communities through supporting target communities to develop demonstration plots for coastal livelihood circles on improved climate resilient farming techniques, training lead farmers and fishers / fish preservation practitioners on peer to peer extension services, support the procurement of an assortment of farming tools & technologies (improved seedlings, hermetic bags etc.) and procurement of fish-preservation and fishing and equipment and training programme participants in preservation techniques and Undertake market facilitation activities to sensitize suppliers of inputs to increase supply while promoting demand among farmers and fishers / fish preservation. The officers will also conduct an inventory of water-sources and needs for agricultural purposes at a community-level, conduct trainings on agricultural water interventions and establish, train and equip maintenance committees for agricultural water interventions

Strengthened capacity of communities to protect, restore and sustainably use mangrove ecosystems for climate resilience by facilitating community-led mangrove assessments, conduct community level training on mangrove management and implement awareness raising on mangrove use at community and chiefdom levels.

S/he will support in project assessments.

S/he will ensure that agreed targets are on track, collect monitoring and case stories, and provide quality reports.

Main duties &Β 

Responsibilities:

Programme planning and implementationΒ 

Under supervision of the SLCRP Senior Officer- Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment:

  • Contribute to the development of monthly and weekly work plans with the team based on the overall project work plan and timeframe;
  • Actively participate in relevant project training of trainers;
  • Preparation of documentation (ToRs, SRs, training curriculum, budget, float request, transport request…) for a programmatic and logistical preparation to implement agreed field activities – trainings, workshops, coaching and monitoring visits;
  • Facilitate trainings and workshops in areas of responsibility ensuring all paperwork are properly filled and procedures followed (such as attendance lists, payment receipt etc.);
  • Support other project officers in activities related to climate change, livelihoods, WASH, Nutrition, MEAL, gender where needed/appropriate;
  • Coordinate with local partner where needed on activities.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Participate in community entry meetings and identification of project beneficiaries;
  • Participate in project assessments;
  • Ensure that all agreed Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning requirements are captured on time through standardized data collection tools; are accurately and submitted to the SLCRP Team Leader and the M&E Officer;
  • Contribute to the development of monthly and weekly work plans with the team based on the overall project work plan and timeframe;
  • Actively participate in relevant project training of trainers;
  • Preparation of documentation (ToRs, SRs, training curriculum, budget, float request, transport request…) for a programmatic and logistical preparation to implement agreed field activities – trainings, workshops, coaching and monitoring visits;
  • Facilitate trainings and workshops in areas of responsibility ensuring all paperwork are properly filled and procedures followed (such as attendance lists, payment receipt etc.);
  • Support other project officers in activities related to climate change, livelihoods, WASH, Nutrition, MEAL, gender where needed/appropriate;
  • Coordinate with local partner where needed on activities.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Participate in community entry meetings and identification of project beneficiaries;
  • Participate in project assessments;
  • Ensure that all agreed Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning requirements are captured on time through standardized data collection tools; are accurately and submitted to the SLCRP Team Leader and the M&E Officer;
  • .Β Participate in project planning, review meetings with staff and stakeholders, and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day-to-day project implementation;
  • Actively participate in relevant review meetings with programme participants;
  • Participate in baseline, end line and monitoring surveys as required.
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Participate in the writing of monthly activity reports through the timely submission of activities up-date to the Senior Officer- Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment;
  • Actively participate in the documentation of good practices and case stories working with PDQ team;
  • Participate in correct and accurate filling of documentation (soft & hard copies)
  • Other responsibilities:
  • Promote full accountability and compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources;
  • Support the fulfilment of Concerns commitments to accountability (as outlined in the Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) to which Concern is a signatory) – including in relation to the functionality and accessibility of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM);
  • Ensure that Cross cutting themes: Gender & Equality , DRR and Environment are mainstreamed in all activities;
  • Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders and animators to aid successful programming;
  • Participate in relevant coordination meetings at District level;
  • Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager

Person specification:

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required

Essential

  • Must have a diploma or University degree in Agriculture, Economics, Development, Sociology or other Social Sciences;
  • Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of livelihoods and climate smart agriculture (experience in NRM, gender and equality, markets and nutrition an advantage);
  • Good capacity in community mobilization and knowledge of participatory approaches.

Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:

Essential:

  • Minimum 3 years working with INGOs;
  • Excellent, proven training skills and competence in group facilitation;
  • Ability to work on own initiative;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Good observation skills;
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated;
  • Ability to influence others;
  • Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning;
  • Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio;
  • Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).

Emergency responseConcern is committed to responding to emergenciesΒ efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity.Β To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organizationHIV & AIDS

Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.Β  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:

  • Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues.
  • Protecting him/herself and colleagues.

Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.

Gender Equality

Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.

Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.

Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated PoliciesΒ 

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to SME&Lrify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.Β Β 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.Β Β 
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email toΒ [email protected]Β OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

Β  HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

Β  HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 156A Freetown Highway Mile 91, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 24 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA Substation, Port LokoΒ 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 on 22ndΒ November 2024

 

OnlyΒ short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

 

NOTE!!

Due to the urgent need of this position, shortlisting and interview will be done simultaneously.Β The vacancy may be closed before the advert closing date if a suitable candidate is found within this period.

 

β€œFEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

6.) Climate Change and Environment Officer

Job TitleClimate Change and Environment OfficerΒ Reports to:SLCRP Senior Officer- Agriculture, Climate Change and EnvironmentDirect reports:NilLiaises with:

  • All project team members and partners in district, other Project Officers including their senior officers, other project teams in District, and relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC and Yoti Yoti projects in Port Loko.
  • Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, systems and HR staff; Freetown PDQ Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager; SLCRP Manager, Livelihoods Programme Coordinator.
  • Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.

Job Location:Port Loko project communities (field based)Contract Details:Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extensionJob Purpose:

The Climate Change and Environment officer will lead all field activities relating to:Β Strengthened community structures, coastal governance platforms and Community Adaptation Plans (CAPs)Β by training community structures on climate change, Develop, agree and consolidate CAPs with the targeted communities and conducting annual review meeting on CAPs to check progress/challenges, community outreach on EWS mechanisms (dissemination) through radio and meetings and radio messaging development and airing on EWS mechanisms

Ensuring Local/District Development Plans incorporate Community Adaptation Plans and strengthened national and sub-national governments undertake climate

The Climate Change and Environment officer will lead all field activities relating to:Β Strengthened community structures, coastal governance platforms and Community Adaptation Plans (CAPs)Β by training community structures on climate change, Develop, agree and consolidate CAPs with the targeted communities and conducting annual review meeting on CAPs to check progress/challenges, community outreach on EWS mechanisms (dissemination) through radio and meetings and radio messaging development and airing on EWS mechanisms

Ensuring Local/District Development Plans incorporate Community Adaptation Plans and strengthened national and sub-national governments undertake climate adaptation projectsΒ through ensuring those Strengthen district coordination mechanisms and mentoring and joint supportive supervision at community level.

 

Enhance climate resilience of schools and climate change education in schoolsΒ by delivering agreed climate-resilient interventions for schools, training and equipping School Management Committees on using and maintaining climate-resilient equipment and monitoring and supporting school use of climate resilient equipment.

Strengthened capacity of communities to protect, restore and sustainably use mangrove ecosystems for climate resilienceΒ by facilitating community-led mangrove assessments, conduct community level training on mangrove management and implement awareness raising on mangrove use at community and chiefdom levels.

Ecosystems-based adaptation implemented in communitiesΒ by developing conservation plans for each community, facilitating the development of by-laws, establishing and developing ecoguard protection, developing coastal protection measures for each community, supporting the procurement of community tools for coastline protection, implementing artificial coastline protection and implementing alternative nature-based solutions for coastline protection where appropriate

S/he will support in project assessments.

S/he will ensure that agreed targets are on track, collect monitoring and case stories, and provide quality reports.

Main duties &Β 

Responsibilities:

  • Programme planning and implementationΒ 
  • Under supervision of the SLCRP Senior Officer- Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment:
  • Contribute to the development of monthly and weekly work plans with the team based on the overall project work plan and timeframe;
  • Actively participate in relevant project training of trainers;
  • Preparation of documentation (ToRs, SRs, training curriculum, budget, float request, transport request…) for a programmatic and logistical preparation to implement agreed field activities – trainings, workshops, coaching and monitoring visits;
  • Facilitate trainings and workshops in areas of responsibility ensuring all paperwork are properly filled and procedures followed (such as attendance lists, payment receipt etc.);
  • Support other project officers in activities related to climate change, livelihoods, WASH, Nutrition, MEAL, gender where needed/appropriate;
  • Coordinate with local partner where needed on activities.
  • Monitoring and EvaluationΒ 
  • Participate in community entry meetings and identification of project beneficiaries;
  • Participate in project assessments;
  • Ensure that all agreed Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning requirements are captured on time through standardized data collection tools; are accurately and submitted to the SLCRP Senior Officer and the M&E Officer;
  • Participate in project planning, review meetings with staff and stakeholders, and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day-to-day project implementation;
  • Actively participate in relevant review meetings with programme participants
  • Participate in project planning, review meetings with staff and stakeholders, and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day-to-day project implementation;
  • Actively participate in relevant review meetings with programme participants
  • Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.

Person specification:

Education, Qualifications & Experience Required

Essential

  • Must have a diploma or University degree in Agriculture, Economics, Development, Sociology or other Social Sciences;
  • Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of livelihoods and climate smart agriculture (experience in NRM, gender and equality, markets and nutrition an advantage);
  • Good capacity in community mobilization and knowledge of participatory approaches.
  • Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements:
  • Essential:
  • Minimum 3 years working with INGOs;
  • Excellent, proven training skills and competence in group facilitation;
  • Ability to work on own initiative;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Good observation skills;
  • Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated;
  • Ability to influence others;
  • Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning;
  • Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio;
  • Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable)

Emergency responseConcern is committed to responding to emergenciesΒ efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity.Β To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organizationHIV & AIDS

Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.Β  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:

  • Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues.
  • Protecting him/herself and colleagues.

Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.

Gender Equality

Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.

Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.

Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated PoliciesΒ 

Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to SME&Lrify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.Β Β 

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

  • An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
  • Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.Β Β 
  • Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
  • A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
  • Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email toΒ [email protected]Β OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 156A Freetown Highway Mile 91, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 24 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA Substation, Port LokoΒ 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 on 22ndΒ November 2024

 

OnlyΒ short listed candidates will be contacted.

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

 

NOTE!!

Due to the urgent need of this position, shortlisting and interview will be done simultaneously.Β The vacancy may be closed before the advert closing date if a suitable candidate is found within this period.

 

β€œFEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

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Status: Open No of vacancies: 6 Job type: Full Time Salary: Negotiable Publish date: 09 Nov 2024

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