🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ GOAL – 2 Positions

GOAL is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone:

1.) CBD Regeneration Project Engineer
2.) Blue Economy Program Manager

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) CBD Regeneration Project Engineer

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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL 

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone  

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability reduction  through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions, with a primary focus on improving Reproductive,  Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy. GOAL is also  improving rural water supply, and urban WASH focusing on faecal sludge management and promoting social inclusion,  empowerment, and decent work through systems-based programme approaches and community-led social and  behavioural change. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban (Freetown), Kambia, Bombali, Koinadugu, Moyamba  and Kenema Districts, with funding from Irish Aid, Charity: Water; BOSCH, UNCDF, and IRC/FCDO and now the  Community Foundation Ireland for its new blue economy program that is focused on food security and livelihood  improvement.

General Description of the Programme 

GOAL Sierra Leone will act as an overall enabler and facilitator of the C2CC by assuming facilitation and coordination  responsibilities for the C2CC on behalf of and in close coordination with FCC and Zurich, including financial and fiduciary  responsibilities. While the strategic lead lies with the partner cities and the FCC in close coordination, the Project  Implementation Unit (PIU) has the technical lead, while GOAL Sierra Leone assumes the role of the overall coordinator of  the C2CC, ensuring the smooth interaction between the different implementation levels and partners, with a special  advisory function for the FCC Project Manager.

As part of the fiduciary responsibility, GOAL Sierra Leone is the custodian of the C2CC budget, receives and manages the  financial contribution of Zurich as well as other possible funds, subcontracts Technical Implementation Partners (eg  contractors, technical specialists, etc.), and is accountable for the financial management of the C2CC. GOAL Sierra Leone  coordinates and implements procurement processes, thereby commissioning Technical Implementation Partners in  close coordination with the C2CC Strategy Group (partner cities and PIU chair), for TOR definition and selection.

GOAL Sierra Leone under the FCC Project Manager is responsible for reviewing, approving, and executing subcontractor  payments. Furthermore, GOAL Sierra Leone supports the capacity-building of the FCC Project Manager and Project  Implementation Unit (PIU) by advising on project management as well as by providing technical know-how to reinforce the  capacities of the FCC and the PIU. The FCC also requires additional technical advice and capacities to ensure effective  implementation of the C2CC interventions, ranging from infrastructural regeneration measures to stakeholder  involvement and safeguarding measures. Ideally, GOAL Sierra Leone can provide some additional technical capacities  with a clear knowledge transfer plan for FCC. The technical expertise not available directly from GOAL Sierra Leone must  be commissioned through subcontractors (procured through GOAL Sierra Leone).

Finally, GOAL Sierra Leone is responsible for monitoring and reporting C2CC implementation progress and financial  developments both through regular informal exchanges with the partner cities and annual periodic reports. The annual  report focusing on operational and financial developments is prepared by GOAL Sierra Leone in close coordination with  the FCC Project Manager and the PIU. To support operational monitoring and strategic steering by the partner cities, GOAL  Sierra Leone organizes regular C2CC Strategy Group meetings at semi-annual intervals comprising senior representatives  of the partner cities, the Cooperation Partner as well as the chairperson of the PIU (to be identified) and possibly other  representatives of the PIU.

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On this note, GOAL Sierra Leone would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the undermentioned position: 

Overview: 

The role of the CBD Regeneration Project Engineer is to provide the development of the overall technical design,  stakeholder engagement, and implementation of the measures for the CBD regeneration project. This position will  coordinate and implement the CBD regeneration project through the CBD Regeneration Project Engineer thereby  ensuring project objectives are achieved within the project time frame and approved budget. The position also contributes  to the development of the CBD regeneration project strategy and mainstreaming climate change in the project. To fully  discharge these responsibilities, the post holder will closely work with the GOAL SL Assistant WASH and CC Coordinator.

Summary of Responsibilities: 

The CBD Regeneration Project Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of the CBD  Regeneration Project under the UNHABITAT (the back Donor is City of Zuric)-funded project in Freetown. Primary  responsibilities include design development, engagement/coordination, monitoring, and reporting. The selected  candidate will work closely with the GOAL Sierra Leone Assistant WASH and CC Coordinator, FCC team, SLRA team,  SLRSA team, Sierra Leone Police, and various other stakeholders to implement the project objectives.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead in developing the design and contract specification for the implementation of the measures for the  CBD Regeneration Project.
• Engagement with other technical team members in the PIU to develop collaborative strategies and  arrangements for the implementation of the project.
• Work with the FCC to ensure that CBD Regeneration Programme objectives and plans are aligned with the  Council’s land use policies and CBD Area Action Plan. Ensuring that the Councils and other relevant  stakeholders put in place measures for clearing the Right of Way.
• Set up a process that will be used to engage both the FCC, GOAL and UN-Habitat and the City of Zurich for  monitoring, ensuring the CBD Regeneration project achieves its objectives.
• Provide monthly reports to the PIU, the UN-Habitat project lead, and other stakeholders.
•  Have regular meetings with the FCC, SLRA, SLRSA and the Sierra Leone Police on the project  implementation progress and engage the councils on any concerns and challenges they may have and  feedback to the PIU.

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Safeguarding  

• Maintain a safe working environment for all staff/beneficiaries.
• Ensure risk mitigation measures are in place and adhered to.
• Ensure staff/beneficiaries fully understand Safeguarding reporting procedures.
• Ensure Safeguarding measures are implemented within areas of responsibility.
• Ensure do-no-harm to children and vulnerable adults we meet.
• Follow-up, and address, Safeguarding issues appropriately.

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education: 

• The candidate must have a postgraduate qualification in project management or highway in traffic  engineering is desirable.

Experience: 

• Over 10 years of post-graduate experience in the delivery of infrastructure projects in areas including  transport planning, traffic management and parking, road safety, highways, and drainage engineering.  Demonstrate experience in implementing significant changes in the urban environment through a range of  interventions, including infrastructure improvement works.
• Experience in developing international best practice solutions in tackling significant urban mobility  challenges through engagement with local communities and interest groups.
• Professionally qualified engineer with a recognized professional institution.
• Over 10 years of proven experience in leading teams of engineers, transport planners and technicians and in  setting up staff development programmes.
• Proficient use of relevant technical software as well as AUTO CAD, Arc GIS

Skills and Competencies: 

Essential: 

• Ability to lead negotiations with multiple stakeholder groups including government departments and funding  agencies to deliver the project objectives.
• Good communication skills, including writing reports and presenting complex problems to a range of  stakeholder groups.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent in working as a group.
• Capable of producing reliable and timely reports.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable: 

• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Fluency in Krio
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong motivation and organizational skills.
• Flexible with the ability to cope with stressful situations.
• Honest and transparent in all dealings.
• Ability to work as a team player.

Other Requirements: 

• Commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment.

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General terms and conditions. 

GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the maximum  protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. GOAL also has a confidentiality policy ensuring the  non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of GOAL, acquired in the course of  duty, to any other person or organisation without authority, except in the normal execution of duty. Any candidate offered  a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies any job offers made are also subject to police clearance.  GOAL is an equal opportunity employer.

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the  maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual  exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this ongoing commitment to safeguarding is to  include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.

Safeguarding 

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the  maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual  exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to  include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.  

Accountability within GOAL 

Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity policies. Any  candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability: 

• Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety,  confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols. 
• Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming  area. 
• Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner. 

If you have these skills and interested in joining our committed and dynamic Team, please send your cover letter and up to-date CV to j[email protected]. on or before 5:30 pm – 28th June, 2024 please note that a copy of the application letter  must be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour, New England or emailed to: [email protected]

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. 

GOAL provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex,  colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

2.) Blue Economy Program Manager

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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERTS 

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone 

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability reduction  through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions, with a primary focus on improving Reproductive,  Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy. GOAL is also  improving rural water supply, urban WASH focusing on faecal sludge management and promoting social inclusion,  empowerment, and the promotion of decent work through systems-based programme approaches and community led  social and behavioral change. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban (Freetown), Kambia, Bombali, Koinadugu,  Moyamba and Kenema Districts, with funding from Irish Aid, Charity Water and DFID, and now the Community foundation  Ireland for its new blue economy program that is focused on food security and livelihood improvement.

General Description of the Programme 

The project, to be based in Western Area Rural & Kambia Districts will address the overall aim of limiting the impact of  climate change on food security and biodiversity damage, while building community resilience to climate change and  improving nutrition, food security and economic livelihoods. It is critical that the project be designed to be community led  and take a gender sensitive and youth-centred approach, ensuring that gaps, needs, barriers, and opportunities are  identified for women, youth, and vulnerable communities through their direct participation in the project’s activities. This  approach builds on the existing capacities, knowledge, and resources, drawing on local and indigenous knowledge  wherever possible.

On this note, GOAL Sierra Leone would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the  undermentioned position:

Overview of the role 

To directly manage and oversee the implementation and monitoring of blue economy, food security and livelihood  program in Kambia District and Western rural Sierra Leone.

Main responsibilities 

1. Programme Management 

• Manages the implementation of the GOAL Blue economy, food security and livelihood project in Kambia District and  Western rural, Sierra Leone. Including oversight of trainings, quality assurance assessments, data collection, and site  supervision.
• Directly line manage relevant blue economy staff in the district. Monitor the HR management of these staff and teams,  including forming job descriptions, formulation and follow up of annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly objectives,  and conducting annual staff performance appraisals as may be deemed under direct supervision.
• Manage budget, making sure that expenditures are in line with budget and activities are implemented in line with  longer-term programme plans and proposals agreed with donors JOA,ICSP etc. in the duty stationed district. • Responsible draft development of monthly, quarterly, and annual activity planning and budget reforecasting for the  blue economy program in western rural and urban area in line with program broader objectives and targets.  • Timely submission of blue economy activity reports to blue economy, food security and livelihood coordinator or to  the program director and country director where the Program coordinator is absent.

2. Technical support

• Provide technical assistance to blue economy programming within GOAL Sierra Leone as appropriate, especially in  the areas of social and behaviour change, food and nutrition security assessments and fisheries program  development.
• Use participatory approach (community development approach to small scale fisheries for food security and  livelihood programming), ensuring active involvement of beneficiary and communities in needs assessments prior to  new project proposal design and during implementation including all stages of the project cycle.
• Provide technical expertise in blue economy concepts, with a focus on livelihood enhancement and natural resource  restoration.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements, best practices, and innovations in blue economy management. • Liaise with the Blue economy program coordinator and the Program director on programme technical design and  implementation.
• Identify capacity building needs for Freetown Blue economy Staff and communicate with the line manager. • Ensure that the western rural and urban project is inclusive, making sure that the most vulnerable and marginalize  groups are catered for in the programme design.

Budget Oversight 

• With technical oversight from the Program coordinator, and the Program director manage Freetown location budget  and provide operational support in the respective operating districts.
• Ensure that the district resources are used effectively and transparently on prioritized blue economy, food security  and livelihood activities.
• Support good quality district applications for the innovation fund under the programme for the program location. • Support in the Review Budget-vs-Actual, financial reports, and spending plans for the program in Freetown  • Promptly respond to all budget-related inquiries when referred.

Relationship Management 

• Build good working relationships with other health stakeholders in the district including other NGOs, MFMR, Research  institutions, other line ministries, CBOs and donors; and be ready to represent GOAL at relevant district meetings and  blue economy forum as required or referred.

Strategy development 

• Participate in developing plans, programme designs, proposals, and budgets for projects and project extensions in  conjunction with the relevant team.

Monitoring and Evaluation 

• With relevant staff, develop and implement mechanisms for the collection of key data for programme monitoring and  evaluation.
• Quality check data collected and ensured that data is utilised to direct programme activities. • Use the power BI as a project management and monitoring tool.
• Document and share success stories and case studies.
• Conduct supportive supervision and monitoring, develop a follow up plan that clearly state when & how each issue  identified will be addressed which is updated or track on regularly basis.

Other 

• Mainstream food and nutrition security, sustainable fisheries, natural resources conservation and other environment  in activities.
• Perform other duties as required by the line manager.

Behaviours 

• Ability to facilitate staff delivery of programming.
• Provide supportive supervision to blue economy team and delegate tasks as appropriate. • Proactively raise issues and work with line managers to find solutions.

Requirements 

Essential

• BSc in Fisheries & Aquaculture, Marine Biology and Oceanography, Natural resources management,  with conservation and community development experience/trainings/ science related degree with  masters is an advantage
• At least 5 years of relevant field experience with managing staff.
• Experience in planning and management of programmes in Sierra Leone, including experience in  implementing/managing small scale fisheries programs.
• Proven management experience, including work planning, report writing, monitoring and evaluation, staff  management, and project coordination.
• Good communication and report-writing skills; Highly organized.
• Ability to operate under time pressure and meet deadlines, to work independently, and take initiative.  Good team building, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills and the ability to deal respectfully with people from  varied backgrounds.
• Experience in building and maintaining good working relationships with other organisations and government  ministries.
• Previous experience working in a similar role in an NGO/humanitarian organization is an asset.  Willingness to work in disadvantaged communities.
• Familiar with using Microsoft Office software packages.
• Representational experience at a senior level.
• Excellent English and Krio speaking/writing skills required.

Desirable 

• Understanding of Small-scale fisheries, food, and nutrition the social behaviour change programming is an  advantage.
• Essential training certificate on program management.

General terms and conditions. 

GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the maximum  protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. GOAL also has a confidentiality policy ensuring  the non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of GOAL, acquired in the  course of duty, to any other person or organisation without authority, except in the normal execution of duty. Any  candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies any job offers made is also subject to  police clearance. GOAL is an equal opportunities employer. 

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to  the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse,  sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to  safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates. 

GOAL and GOAL workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in GOAL code of conduct. The staff  must also adhere to the following GOAL Policies: Child Protection Anti- fraud, Anti- bribery, Conflict of interest,  Protection against sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) and whistle blowing policies.

Safeguarding 

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be  safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them  at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going  commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process  for all candidates.

Accountability within GOAL 

Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity policies.  Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability:

• Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and  safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.
•  Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our  programming area.
• Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

If you have these skills and interested in joining our committed and dynamic team, please send your cover letter  and up-to-date CV to j[email protected]. on or before 5:30 pm – 25th June 2024 please note that a copy of the  application letter must be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour, New England or emailed to: [email protected]

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. 

GOAL provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of  race, sex, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”