Partners In Health is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Operations Assistant (x2)
2.) Technical Specialist
3.) Senior Healthcare Data Analyst
4.) Clinical Informatics Specialist

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Operations Assistant (x2)

Job title:   Operations Assistant X 2Work Location:

Beudu Town, Kissi Teng Chiefdom, Kailahun District

Bandajuma Town, Yawei Chiefdom, Kailahun District

Department:OperationsReports to: Operations & Facility Management AdvisorReq. #:4313Line Management NoApplication StatusExternal Advert

Organisation Profile 

Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.

Position OverviewThe Operations Assistant plays a critical role in the PIH Operations team. The role involves assuring the program at Bandajuma and Buedu health facilities are running effectively. The Operations Assistant shall support the Operations & Facility Management Advisor and work hand in hand in improving the quality of operations at the respective health facility. They shall help the Operations & Facility Management Advisor in creating the enabling environment for all staff, including clinical, clerical, and administrative staff, to do their jobs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• To help build systems, or improving them in the health facility.

• To ensure supervisory staff perform their daily tasks

• To track fuel usage, maintenance of generators and cleaning of equipment/tools at the facility.

• Responsible for providing cleaning standards and supervising the EHWs/Janitors, and laundry staff.

• Requesting and maintaining inventory of cleaning materials/tools or equipment and other office supplies, monitoring and reporting on summary of inventory status.

• Implement improved operational policies and best practices that promotes efficiency.

• Work with the Infrastructure and other teams to ensure facility maintenance as they will be checking to ensure that the taps, light bulbs, etc. are functioning well.

• Shall work closely with the Operations & Facility Management Advisor in identifying operations weaknesses, opportunities to strengthen existing policies and practices, as well as solving problems and responding to emergencies as they arise.

• Help organize meetings, trainings, and orientations at the facility.

• Help take minutes in meetings.

• Perform other tasks in line with operations management as maybe directed by Supervisor or Management.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment

Partners In Health Sierra Leone is dedicated to preventing unwanted behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, financial misconduct, and ensuring the welfare of those we serve. We expect all staff, consultants, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to uphold these values as outlined in our code of conduct.

The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organisation’s safeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

As a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures

Education and Work Experience Requirements 

• Diploma in Business Administration or Supply Chain/Logistics Management or similar equivalent.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar capacity especially in rural setting.

• Strong qualitative and written skills with expertise in Micro soft word, excel, power point

• Ability to plan, organize, and support projects at clinical level.

• Exemplary interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively with culturally diverse staff across departments.

• Strong organizational skills and operational and business analytics thinking.

• Sense of humor and flexible disposition/very helpful.

• Interest in social justice and global health.

Social JusticeWe are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.Method of applicationInterested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 5:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday 10th  October 2024  

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2.) Technical Specialist

Job title:   Technical Specialist- (Reproductive Maternal Neonatal Child Adolescent Health and Nutrition)Work Location:Freetown with 60% travel within Sierra LeoneDepartment:Policy & Partnerships / Clinical Reports to: Chief of PartyReq. #:4006Line Management NoApplication StatusExternal Advert

Organisation Profile 

Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.

Position Overview

PIH-Sierra Leone is supporting the Ministry of Health and Sanitation in the implementation of the five-year World Bank funded QEHSSSP health systems strengthening project that will implement a comprehensive Hub-and-Spoke approach in 5 districts in Sierra Leone through focused investments in staff, stuff, space, systems and nutrition.

The Technical Specialist will support the Chief of Party in leading the technical aspect of the program to realize this vision, overseeing and managing offsite trainings conducted through the project, leading the QI and clinical mentoring, data quality and use, and activities such as MDSR, District In charges meetings etc.

An experienced public health and health systems strengthening specialist, s/he will oversee all PIH service delivery, technical advising and support activities to the project districts. S/he will support in development and implementation of technical materials ensuring that district health management teams—the district-level technical implementers of health plans—are equipped to manage various aspects of project implementation. S/he will work in coordination with the PIH district teams to support needs assessment at the supported districts and health facilities followed by development and implementation of plans contextualized to the needs of each district.

This is an exciting role to make a significant difference to health policy and health service delivery in Sierra Leone, for an individual that combines very strong interpersonal skills, with clinical and public health expertise, and experience in global health delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Responsibilities

Technical and operational support for programme implementation

• Support the development of high-quality technical documents, e.g., SOPs and guidelines that codify existing PIH systems and processes for replication, such as in clinical algorithms, referral, triage, monitoring and evaluation, quality improvement, and management of clinical operations ensuring alignment with the National systems to the extent possible.
• Work with District clinical Advisors across QEHSSSP-supported district to Support DHMTs through assessing DHMT capacity against project goals, and supporting professional development, HR development and policy and service delivery planning.
• Under the guidance of Chief of Party, support needs assessment and support the District Health Management Team in developing contextualized innovations to improve the quality of health services.
• Provide technical guidance and operational support to PIH district teams and government counterparts on the best practices and approaches to achieve the key deliverables of QEHSSSP.
• Work with RCH, District Clinical advisors and DHMT teams to review MPDSR report and develop appropriate to avoid future maternal and perinatal deaths.
• Develop and implement a QI/clinical mentorship plan and framework based on overall PIH QI/mentorship vision and strategy working with relevant teams at PIH.
• Coordinate with internal PIH stakeholders and the MoHS to ensure delivery of high-quality technical trainings on RMNCAH and Nutrition.
• Coordinate with the stakeholders at MoHS to implement the agreed packages of capacity building for the hubs supported by the project and their associated spokes.
• Support in consolidation and response to requests arising from the supported DHMTs.

Program Management, Monitoring and delivery of results

Representing PIH-SL with policymakers at national and district levels

• Represent PIH-SL in technical working groups and with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, working closely with the Chief of Party, PIH Chief Medical Officer and clinical teams to support advancement of health policy and strategy in Sierra Leone and ensure inputs according to PIH mission and vision
• Work with PIH staff and District Health Management Teams on the implementation of clinical systems based on standard tools and processes, to accompany ongoing service delivery efforts

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment

Partners In Health Sierra Leone is dedicated to preventing unwanted behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, financial misconduct, and ensuring the welfare of those we serve. We expect all staff, consultants, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to uphold these values as outlined in our code of conduct.

The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organisation’s safeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

As a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures

Education and Work Experience Requirements 

Required qualifications 

• Medical Doctor or Master in Public Health with at least 5 years of experience in RMNCAH and Nutrition program implementation.

Required experience and competences 

• At least five many years of experience in the implementation of donor-funded projects in public health or international development in low-income settings

• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of RMNCHAN interventions in Sierra Leone including capacity building activities such as mentoring and training .

• Willingness to spend multiple weeks a month in field locations in rural Sierra Leone

• Track record of successfully delivering complex, fast-paced projects with multiple stakeholders and deliverables, to tight timelines

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel

• Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders

• Strong technical writer, able to produce high-quality technical deliverables, including SOPs, guidelines

• Ability to work with humility and achieve results, including in settings with resource limitations, through entrepreneurial mindset, planning and persistence

• Passion for PIH’s mission and commitment to social justice and developing a preferential option for the poor in healthcare

Desirable experience and competences 

• Demonstrated experience working alongside MOHS and DHMTs in Sierra Leone

• Familiarity with RMNACH national protocols for Sierra Leone

• Demonstrated experience working with health management information systems (HMIS) and RMNCHAN health indicators

Social JusticeWe are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.Method of applicationInterested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 5:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Wednesday 10th October 2024  

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3.) Senior Healthcare Data Analyst

Job title:   Senior Healthcare Data AnalystWork Location:KonoDepartment:Strategic Health Information System (SHIS)Reports to: Health Statistics ManagerRequisition No:4249Line Management YesApplication StatusExternal Advert

Organisation Profile 

Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.

Position Overview

The Senior Healthcare Data Analyst (SHDA) will be working under the supervision of the Health Statistics Manager in the Strategic Health Information System department. The SHDA will work closely with PIH-SL RNMCH Director and MCOE Program Manager to develop MCOE reporting requirements prior MCOE launch. This position will ensure that the needs of health data and information for the following stakeholders are fully covered and satisfied anytime: clinical leadership, heads of programs or services, plus SMT. This position will be focused on producing information and knowledge to feed and inform relevant internal and external stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Data Analysis, Reporting and Collaboration:• Lead the improvement of MCOE-related ETL tables in collaboration with the eHealth unit and key overseas stakeholders prior, during and after MCOE launch;

• Extract, Clean, Transform, Analyze data, Disseminate information from diverse sources (paper, OpenMRS, CommCare, other ODKs) to inform RMNCH decision-making process at KGH and  PIH-wide;

• Supervise a team comprised of [junior] data analysts or officers;

• Ensure timely submission of all reports with optimal data quality in collaboration with the health statistics manager;

• Actively collaborate with the SHIS, Boston SIS and IT teams in process improvement initiatives;

• Upon request of SHIS Lead, Manager, perform ad-hoc data analysis.

Data and Information Governance:

• Maintain outstanding practices of an advocacy for data ethics principles;

• Lead the development of a training curriculum for different clinical and non-clinical stakeholders and provide trainings to staff as indicated by SHIS and other clinical teams;

• Work with relevant SHIS stakeholders to ensuring the best practices of data management lifecycle;

• Participate in cultivating an environment that promotes respect, integrity, service and excellence, resilience within SHIS.

Data use: 

• Promote value-based activities according to SHIS data use improvement framework;

• Develop and maintain dynamic visuals and infographics to deliver and disseminate relevant information to internal and external audience. Regularly update PowerBI dynamic dashboards and ITTs;

• Prepare and present monthly data review to clinical and para-clinical services;

• Receive data requests and ensure quality delivery according to the SOPs;

• Collaborate effectively with the eHealth team and Boston SIS in updating both OpenMRS forms and ETL tables (data warehouse);

• Collaborate with the SHIS Research Unit and with the clinical team in any research projects, that requires data analytics skills.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and HarassmentAt Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.Education and Work Experience Requirements 

• At least a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in data management, statistics, epidemiology, business analytics or in any relevant field;
• Minimum of 3 years in transforming data into information and knowledge;
• Proficiency in advanced health data analytics: time series, multivariate….;
• Proficiency in either R or python plus one other data analytics programming language;
• Capability of designing dynamic dashboards in PowerBI, or in any equivalent data visualization software;
• Strong understanding of healthcare data, patient and clinical workflow in hospital settings (PHUs, CHCs…) in Sierra Leone is an added advantage;
• Ability to stay organized and focused on operational plan, projects’ milestones and deliverables;
• Capability to build capacity of SHIS staff and key clinical stakeholders in basic data analysis;
• Familiarity with SQL, relational databases and data warehouse. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite;
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to read, learn and apply recent innovations in data analytics;
• Outstanding verbal communication skills;

Compliance with the code of ethics of health information professionals.

Social JusticeWe are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.Method of applicationInterested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 5:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday 10th October 2024 

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4.) Clinical Informatics Specialist

Job title:   Clinical Informatics SpecialistWork Location:KonoDepartment:Strategic Health Information System (SHIS)Reports to: eHealth ManagerRequisition No:4248Line Management NoApplication StatusExternal Advert

Organisation Profile 

Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.

Position Overview

In Sierra Leone, electronic medical records (EMR) make a major contribution to PIH efforts to strengthen healthcare systems. PIH and its partners pioneered the development of OpenMRS, an open-source electronic medical record system. PIH-SL, SHIS in collaboration with the SIS Boston, develops and supports the electronic medical record system in use in the rural District of Koidu (Kono District Hospital) and Wellbody health center, with patient records supporting care for HIV, TB, NCDs, Mental Health and maternal and child health.

The Clinical Informatics Specialist is working under the supervision of the eHealth Manager and the strategic orientation of the SHIS Lead. This position is the technical associate of the eHealth unit for all digital health interventions happening at the Koidu Government Hospital (KGH) and at the Maternal Center of Excellence (MCoE), in particular, for the pre and post implementation phases of the KGH Electronic Medical Records extension at MCoE. In support to the Koidu DHMT and PIH-SL’s Strategic health information systems (SHIS), in their mission of uplifting  digital health interventions in Kono, this position is providing valuable technical health and nursing informatics insights. In improving the collaboration among IT professionals, clinical stakeholders and data managers. This position also presents a fantastic learning and growth opportunity for a candidate interested in a unique overseas job with Partners in Health Sierra Leone.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Actively Develop and extend tools to facilitate the improvement of data quality ,data use and system adoption;
• Actively participate in interoperability and  Data Warehouse projects on OpenMRS, CommCare and DHIS-2;
• Ensure high fidelity of electronic and paper data to actual operations;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinicians, administrators, data analysts and IT professionals, to identify clinical and reporting workflows for the MCOE;
• Conduct interviews and workshops with MCOE staff to understand their needs and challenges prior during and after MCOE launch. Translate these requirements into clear and concise business and technical specifications for the EMR;
• Mentor and build technical capacity in digital goods implementation within SHIS eHealth Unit comprised of eHealth officers, junior software developers;
• Communicate and collaborate closely with the Boston- SIS and MedInfo teams on any digital health projects particularly related to RMNCH;
• Develop communication materials and training programs to facilitate smooth transitions and promote user acceptance of digital health systems (EMR, PACS, mHealth, HIE);
• Communicate and collaborate closely with SHIS managerial level;
• Liaise and communicate periodically with the Boston SIS department regarding knowledge sharing activities;
• Collaborate with the Sierra Leone Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS) to scale up MCOE and ensure compliance with government protocols and initiatives;
• Provide technical input on all Health IT-related procurement decisions;
• Work with the health statistics Manager and the healthcare senior data analyst in the monitoring of dynamic PBI dashboards.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and HarassmentAt Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.  By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.Education and Work Experience Requirements 

• Master’s in medical, nursing or clinical informatics in computer science or any other relevant fields;
• Medical or nursing degree is an added advantage;
• Minimum of 3 years experiences in the field of global health/nursing informatics;
• Familiarity with front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery) and back-end languages (e.g. Java, Python) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js) and Version Control Git (git hub. /git Lab);
• Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB, NoSQL), web servers (e.g. Apache) and UI/UX design;
• Strong critical analysis and data analysis skills;
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment and diplomacy;
• Ability to stay organized and focused on operational plan, project’s milestones and deliverables while managing daily multiple assignments, prioritize workflow, adapt to fluctuating workloads, and meet deadlines;
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal direction;
• Demonstrated ability to interact professionally within culturally diverse settings;
• Excellent communication skills; ability to identify, clarify, and negotiate competing viewpoints;
• Expertise building relationships and community with stakeholders including end users;
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to read, learn and apply recent innovations in clinical informatics;
• Outstanding verbal , written and interpersonal communication skills;
• Willingness to comply with the code of ethics of health information professionals.

Social JusticeWe are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.Method of applicationInterested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 5:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday 10th  October 2024

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