🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Peace Corps – 2 Positions

Peace Corps is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Medical Assistant
2.) Housing Notice for Lease

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Medical Assistant

SCOPE OF WORK

(Recruitment, PSC Duties, and Performance Reviews)

• Minimum Requirements / Qualifications for Effective Performance

At a minimum, the successful candidate’s CV must demonstrate the following:

• Education: Successful completion of a nursing school (technical/university degree), general medical school, or medical assistant program, and valid registered clinical license/diploma or applicable knowledge and experience obtained through on-the-job training under the direct guidance of a provider (supporting documentation must be submitted).
• Multi-Cultural Experience: Minimum of one year interacting in a work setting with diverse cultures.
• Work Experience: Two years progressively responsible related experience with knowledge of administrative medical duties related to health services.
• Language: English fluency required. Proficiency in oral and written English and Krio.
• Administrative Experience: Basic knowledge of administration of health units/facilities, including procurement of medical supplies and inventory control.
• Technology: The use of standard office technology (desktop computer, mouse, and keyboard) to complete daily tasks and long-term projects is expected. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) is also required.

• Preferred Requirements;

N/A

• Background

The mission of Peace Corps worldwide is to promote peace and friendship. Peace Corps was invited to Sierra Leone in 1962, since then hundreds of Peace Corps Volunteers has worked in the fields of Education, Health, Agriculture community development etc. The work of Peace Corps Contractor does not limit itself to the role: active support of the Peace Corps mission is paramount to the job because contractors are representatives of Peace Corps in Sierra Leone.

Peace Corps’ mission is to promote Peace and friendship by fulfilling three goals:

• To help the people of interested countries in meeting their need for trained men and women
• To help promote a better understanding of Americans on the part of the peoples served
• To help promote a better understanding of other peoples on the part of Americans

• Objective of the Position

This position performs a variety of clinical and administrative duties in support of the Health Unit. The Medical Assistant (MA) works under the guidance of Peace Corps Medical Officers (PCMOs) and reports to the Country Director (CD) for administrative issues (unless CD authorizes PCMO supervision).

The MA is responsible for providing administrative support and, to the extent credentialed, clinical support, including but not limited to; working as the health unit receptionist, actively assisting the PCMOs in clinical care*, screening phone calls, taking messages, coordinating requests, scheduling medical appointments, distributing of medicines to Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs) under PCMO oversight, and other clerical and administrative functions in support of the PCMOs.

* Clinical duties will be performed with clinical oversight by the PCMOs and only as approved by the Medical Director through the Credentialing Committee/Office of Health Services (OHS).

• Tasks & Deliverables 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support to the Health Unit

The Medical Assistant coordinates responsibilities directly with the PCMOs. The MA must adhere to confidentiality regarding PCVs medical issues and possess excellent interpersonal and administrative skills.

Clinical Support

• Performs a variety of non-invasive routine clinical and technical services under the supervision of the PCMOs, which may include clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, administering immunizations, performing laboratory tests, etc. These privileges must be approved by the Medical Director/OHS. Supervising PCMOs are responsible to ensure that MAs perform appropriate health care services. Even under supervision, MAs are not allowed to assist with or perform any unapproved services.
• Responsible for sterilization of equipment.
• Serves as chaperone for PCMOs during PCV medical examinations and procedures.

Administrative Support

• Screens phone calls and takes messages when PCMOs are unavailable.
• Places and returns telephone calls for the Health Unit, including scheduling, modifying, and canceling appointments in coordination with PCVs, PCMOs, and others (including consultants and laboratories).
• Follows-up on outstanding consultant and laboratory reports, ensuring this information is relayed to the PCMOs for review.
• Drafts correspondence such as letters, memos, and fax covers, etc. at the request of the PCMOs to consultants, PCVs, laboratories, hospitals, etc.
• Routes incoming correspondence to PCMOs, stamps and files correspondence.
• Utilizes PCMEDICS to assist the PCMOs and backup provider in the documentation and delivery of PCV health care, and to document clinical care given as trained.
• Responsible for scanning, labeling, uploading and filing all documents into PCMEDICS after PCMO review and signature, also ensures that three PCV identifiers are on each page of each document.
• Prepares envelopes and packages, including laboratory samples and medical supplies, to be sent to PCVs, training sites, and other destinations, and forwards them to the appropriate administrative staff for delivery.
• Responsible for photocopying health forms, medical presentation materials and other related documents.
• Responsible for requesting office supplies and materials for use in the Health Unit.
• Regularly updates the list of medical facilities and medical service providers under the instruction and oversight by the PCMOs.
• Assists PCMOs in reviewing the Volunteer Health Handbook given to PCVs during Pre-Service Training (PST). Updates medical facilities and medical providers’ addresses, contact information, and any other information required in this Handbook.
• Manages the health information materials in the Health Unit available to PCV, stocking brochures, pamphlets and books. Keeps a detailed list of any books and/or media materials loaned out.
• Responsible for receiving and registering all medical bills submitted by PCVs and local medical service providers. Submits bills to PCMOs for approval, verifying name of PCV, date of services rendered, and that all billed services were requested by the PCMOs.
• Keeps updated files of all medical bills presented by PCVs and others.
• Maintains Volunteer database with up-to-date information regarding PCVs out of site for medical purposes.
• Uploads PCV passport face pages and visa pages into PCMEDICS, monitoring regularly to assure accurate and current information.

Medical Supply Duties

• Maintains internal medical inventory for the medical unit, ensuring an adequate supply of disposable materials and keeping PCMOs informed.
• Responsible for updating internal medical inventory system (as determined by the PCMOs) when medication/supplies are delivered, dispensed and destroyed.
• Assists the Acceptance Point Clerk (APC) when medical supplies are received.
• Provides documentation to the Medical Supply Inventory Control Clerk (MSICC) on receiving, dispensing and disposing of specially designated medications and controlled substances.
• Keeps an accurate control of the expiration dates of all medicines and alerts the PCMOs of upcoming expired medications. Removes expired items from the pharmacy and logs all items scheduled for disposal.
• Responsible for organization and shelving of Health Unit supplies.
• Assists PCMOs with PCV medical supply requests.
• Prepares draft orders for medical supplies, with PCMO guidance, based on needs, historical data, and inventory availability. Assists the PCMOs in ordering medical supplies from PC/HQ and local/regional vendors.
• Maintains files, according to fiscal year, of all ordering, receiving and dispensing documents in compliance with Technical Guideline 240: Medical Supplies and Equipment.
• Assists PCMOs in the monitoring of the medical supplies budget.

Other Duties

• Attends staff meetings, in-service trainings, and retreats when indicated.
• Understands and complies with Peace Corps safety and security policies and procedures.
• Understands and complies with Peace Corps code of ethics, privacy and confidentiality policies.
• Files all documents produced by the position in accordance with the Peace Corps Records Management policies.
• Performs other assignments considered as necessary by the PCMOs in consultation with the CD, as indicated.

• Standard Roles and Responsibilities

OMH:

• Occasional Money Handler may be requested to courier cash and /or purchase orders to various vendors who furnish supplies and/or services to PST/IST training site, or other locations as directed by the Contracting Officer. The PSC may also be requested to courier cash to PC trainees or volunteers. The PSC will not be functioning as a procurement or disbursing official but will only be acting as an intermediary between the Contracting or Disbursing Officer and the recipient. In the case of dealing with vendors, the PSC will not exercise any procurement discretion concerning the supplies or services to be purchased or the cost limits of these purchases; these will be determined by the Contracting Officer.

S&S:

• Employees with no SPECIFIC Safety and Security Responsibilities (i.e., cashier, admin staff) – Immediately communicates Volunteer safety and security concerns and issues to the Safety and Security Manager (SSM) and CD. Knowledgeable and supportive of Peace Corps safety and security policies and procedures, including the timely reporting of suspicious incidents, persons or articles.
• IGF:

• N/A

• Temporary Assignments:

• If there is a time at post, due to the COVID-19 pandemic or for any other reason, when there are limited or no Peace Corps Trainees and/or Volunteers (jointly referred to as “Volunteers”) at Peace Corps Sierra Leone, the PSC may be temporarily assigned during that period, as determined by the Peace Corps Country Director (CD), to carry out additional duties and responsibilities in furtherance of the goals of the Peace Corps in order to enhance the ability of Peace Corps Volunteers to perform functions under the Peace Corps Act, including facilitating a safe environment in order for the successful return or increase of Volunteers.

• This temporary assignment may require the PSC to provide services and/or support beyond what is listed in their current Statement of Work (SOW). The services and/or support may take many forms, examples of which may include but are not limited to, training, providing administrative, technical, medical, and/or operational assistance, building on host country programs, etc. This temporary assignment also may require the PSC to provide these services and/or support to individuals/organizations other than those listed in their current SOW such as host country government, partner organization(s), community member(s), staff, and/or contractors.

• Logistics & Level of Effort & Duty Station

Duty station is the office in Freetown. May be required to work in another town during training (typically taking place over 11 weeks in the summer, subject to revisions as needed). May also be required to travel up country as needed, including on short notice.  Performs duties during a 40-hour work week. Events may require occasional work in the evenings and on weekends and holidays. May carry a duty phone.

Application Requirements:

Application deadline is on January 24th at 5:00 PM GMT.

In order to be considered for this position, the applicant must;

1. Be a Sierra Leone Citizen with residency and must not have been employed in intelligence-related activities.
2. Submit complete application package submitted on/before the application deadline date and time, including:

• A letter of interest addressing the required qualifications (Cover Letter)
• A complete Curriculum Vitae (CV), to include
  • All relevant employment, including start and end dates (month and year) for each position listed, and a summary of key tasks and responsibilities for each position
  • Educational background and a list of current license(s) held (type of license, dates of issue/expiration as applicable), and/or a detailed description of equivalent experience obtained through on-the-job training.
  • Contact information (name, e-mail and/or phone number) of three professional references.  At least one reference must be a current of former supervisor.  Peace Corps may request additional/other references.
  • Information regarding citizenship and work authorization in Sierra Leone.  All candidates selected for interview will be required to produce a Government-issued ID card /National Passport/ voters ID cared for review.
  • All education, experience, skills and qualifications will be verified.
• Include completed check list (attachment I) of detailed Job requirement in application package.

Submit your application by email to: [email protected] or by hand to: HR Specialist, Peace Corps/Sierra Leone, 34 Old Railway Line, Signal Hill, Freetown, Sierra Leone on or before 5:00PM

All experience, skills and qualifications will be verified. Applicants with high potential will be scheduled for an interview at the Peace Corps office in Freetown.  Employment is contingent on a favorable security background and medical check.

Please include “Ref: Medical Assistant” on the envelope submissions and or in the subject line for on-line application.

ATTCAHMENT I

All applicants wishing to apply for any Peace Corps job are required to provide the following information below and submit with your application package.

Name of Applicant: ___________________________________________________________

Position you are applying for: ______________________________________________________

Details                                                                                 YES        NO

1. Have you ever served in the Peace Corps as a Trainee or Volunteer (Including Response or Virtual)? ☐        ☐

If so, please specify______________________________________________________

1. Have you ever been employed as a Peace Corps staff member (US Direct Hire (USDH),   ☐            ☐

Personal Service Contractor (PSC), Foreign Service National (FSN)?

If so, please specify______________________________________________________

1. If your answer to any of the questions above is yes, please provide the following information below.

• Position location: ________________________________________________________

• Position type: ___________________________________________________________

• Title: __________________________________________________________________

• Start date: ______________________________________________________________

• End date: ______________________________________________________________

___________________________________                                                 __________________

1. Signature of Applicant

2.) Housing Notice for Lease

34 Old Railway Line, Signal Hill

Freetown, Sierra Leone

Telephone 232.78.200.900

Peace Corp Sierra Leone is looking for up to 2 Residences for the purpose of an annual lease with up to 4 option renewal periods (each one-year in length). It could be an apartment or preferably a standalone house on its own (flat or duplex) within a compound (for residential purpose) to be rented within the areas of Wilberforce, Congo Cross, Spur loop, Spur Road, Wilkinson Road and Hill Station. We would be interested in standalone residences or compounds with 2 houses on the compound with options to rent both or one of the two.

Both Residences should have:

4 Bedrooms including Master Bedroom

• Minimum 4 Bedrooms, inclusive of Master Bedroom – fully furnished, partially furnished, or no furnishings all accepted
• Master Bedroom includes private bathroom
• Minimum 2,597 total square footage
• Capacity to host up to 18 people for cocktail/buffet event
• Capacity to host up to 30 individuals for reception event
• Convenient space to be utilized for home office
• Has one kitchen (not included in bedroom count)
• Has one dining room (not included in bedroom count) to host 12-14 guests
• At least should have one living room (not included in bedroom count)
• Garage or driveway for secure parking for minimum of 2 vehicles
• Secure premises with security post and razor wire affixed atop a minimum of a minimum of a 10-foot-high perimeter wall
• Good land topography and road access
• Laundry area (not included in bedroom count)
• Complete electrical wiring for National Grid and 2 Generators (one primary and one back up) with Automatic Change Over facilities
• Generator plus generator house with grill gate and fuel storage tank to be provided by the Landlord
• Guma Water or alternative source of supply for utility purpose always
• Preferably Major Maintenance cost of the residence to be provided by landlord
• Property with Solar Power could be an added advantage

Kindly confirm by sending in your interest via email to [email protected]

Or physically dropping off a letter of intent at the Peace Corp Office 34 Old Railway Line, Signal Hill By 1200 noon Friday 10th January 2025.

Interested landlords should include the following: –

• Proprietor’s full name
• Address
• Phone Contact #
• Bank Name
• Account number
• BBAN (18 digits )
• City Council Registration
• Confirmation that property is connected EDSA and GUMA Valley Water Company or have an alternative water source.
• Yearly Rental amount
• When would property be available

Submissions will be evaluated, and Peace Corps will contact interested parties to schedule walk-throughs, and additional information.