🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Project Hope – 4 Positions
Project Hope is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Project Director (Care and Treatment Lead)
2.) Principal Investigator
3.) Human Resource Manager
4.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning, Team Leader
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Project Director (Care and Treatment Lead)
Project Director (Care and Treatment Lead), Global Health
Location: Freetown Sierra Leone
POSITION : Project Director (Care and Treatment Lead)
REPORTS TO: Principal Investigator
DUTY STATION: Freetown, Sierra Leone
PROGRAM: PEPFAR/CDC Strengthening the national HIV care and treatment program in SL to accelerate the response to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030
MINIMUM HOURS OF WORK: 40 hrs/week
Project HOPE is an international NGO with employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.
Code of Conduct
It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency.
Background: We are looking for a qualified Project Director (Care and Treatment Lead) to provide technical expertise in the areas of HIV care, treatment, and testing services for an anticipated 5-year Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) project funded through the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). This project aims to support the government of Sierra Leone in speeding up progress to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030 through direct service delivery and technical assistance (TA), including: carrying out a sustainable HIV care and treatment program and quality improvement projects; building local capacity, human resources for health, and partnerships to strengthen sustainable public health systems.
The position is contingent upon contract award and funding from the CDC. Sierra Leone nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
JOB SUMMARY
The Project Director (Care and Treatment Lead) will operate under the Principal Investigator and serve as the lead for overall strategic and technical vision and implementation of project activities in the areas of combination HIV prevention; linkage to care and treatment; adolescent sexual and reproductive health; gender-based violence prevention and response; and local capacity strengthening.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBIITES:
- Provide technical oversight, strategic direction and definition of project activities within their areas of expertise
- Ensure the incorporation of evidence-based best practices, and local and global technical guidance into the project’s capacity building strategy and operational plan.
- Provide technical inputs into project activities, including activity design, work planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation in coordination with the Principal Investigator.
- Provide technical quality assurance through training, mentorship, technical support, and capacity building.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with host country government, local organizations, and private sector stakeholders.
- Ensure that Project HOPE provides high quality technical assistance and capacity development to local partners and project stakeholders; conduct regular monitoring and mentoring visits to local partners.
- Lead staff in the development and implementation of technical capacity assessments and technical capacity building processes for local partners ensure high quality, sustainable combination HIV prevention, linkage, care, and treatment services
- Develop and facilitate delivery of innovative activities and evidence-based approaches for project partners aimed at improving desirable HIV-related outcomes in project areas, including the identification of appropriate trainers and curricula; development and use of relevant methodologies, standard operating procedures, mentorship guides and tools; supportive supervision, on-going mentoring and overseeing the successful implementation of corrective action; cross-organizational learning between Project HOPE, Government counterparts, and local partners;
- Maintain excellent relationships with the donor and in-country stakeholders and develop rapid responses to requests
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator on setting project priorities and directions, and responding to requests for support from local counterparts
- Document successes, lessons learned and challenges in implementation and contribute to reports of project activities and results to the donor, including routine quarterly and annual reports, and other reporting requirements as requested
- Lead a diverse team closely supervising, technical and program staff
- Uphold the standards of Project HOPE to lead a high performing team and ensure strict compliance to CDC and Project HOPE policies, regulations, and internal controls.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
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- Master’s Degree in Public Health or related fields is required; and MD/PhD or related advanced degree is desirable
- A minimum of 15 years of professional experience is required and at least 7 years should be on HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment in a lead or supervisory role
- Knowledge of current PEPFAR and national HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment and care guidance, including experience with monitoring and evaluating PEPFAR programs
- Demonstrated experience in design and implementation of field operation support mechanisms
- Demonstrated capabilities in capacity building at the organizational and individual levels, and experience working effectively with the local government
- Demonstrated ability to write abstracts, scientific reports and case studies for local and global audience
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and spoken English.
- Proven ability to develop effective working relationships with and technical assistance to partners particularly Regional Health Bureaus
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, and attention to detail
- Familiarity with PEPFAR's administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems
- Ability to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
- Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.
Work environment:
- Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
- Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”.
Due to the substantial number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience and qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please.
However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.
2.) Principal Investigator
Principal Investigator, Global Health
Location: Freetown Sierra Leone
POSITION : Principal Investigator
REPORTS TO: Country Representative
DUTY STATION: Freetown, Sierra Leone
PROGRAM: PEPFAR/CDC Strengthening the national HIV care and treatment program in SL to accelerate the response to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030
MINIMUM HOURS OF WORK: 40 hrs/week
Project HOPE is an international NGO with employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.
Code of Conduct
It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency.
Background: We are looking for a qualified Principal Investigator to provide leadership in overall programmatic and managerial outlook for an anticipated 5-year Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) project funded through the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). This project aims to support the government of Sierra Leone in speeding up progress to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030 through direct service delivery and technical assistance (TA), including: carrying out a sustainable HIV care and treatment program and quality improvement projects; building local capacity, human resources for health, and partnerships to strengthen sustainable public health systems.
The position is contingent upon contract award and funding from the CDC.
JOB SUMMARY
The PI’s overall responsibility primarily focuses on ensuring that the project is implemented per its design and is on track to achieve its’ strategic objectives. S/he will oversee program leadership and management, staff mentoring, and oversight of technical strategies and activities as defined in the technical narrative as well as the workplan. S/he will also be responsible for high level representation and communication with CDC/Sierra Leone, Government counterparts, and other stakeholders to effectively implement the project. S/he will lead annual workplan development and implementation strategies. He/she will ensure that the project achieves results—including project deliverables and targets—in an effective and compliant manner. The PI will supervise a team of highly qualified staff.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBIITES:
- Provide strategic leadership (programmatic, financial, and administrative) for the project, ensuring full alignment with national and international standards and CDC requirements and standards.
- Primary project contact person and liaison, represent Project HOPE and build and maintain productive relationships with CDC, project partners, and national government counterparts.
- Coordinates organizational relationship with partners and donors related to monitoring and evaluation, providing support in facilitating technical collaboration and coordination activities with Governments, USG, partners and stakeholders.
- Provide overall leadership and ensure quality implementation of the project, ensuring the achievement of all project deliverables and targets in a timely manner.
- Review technical materials to ensure high-quality products.
- Supports the Care and Treatment Lead by advising on program management, organizational development, pre-service education, in-service training, capacity building, and collaboration among Government, partners, and stakeholders
- Identify obstacles and risks related to implementation in a timely manner and implement strategies to overcome them.
- Lead collaboration and network development activities with national, regional, and global partners.
- Supervise and oversee the work of project staff, partners, and subcontractors.
- Exercise sound financial management skills, including effective project spending. Work with finance and project staff to develop and track project budgets and provide oversight on core funding agreements.
- Oversees budget pipeline development and budget monitoring.
- Uphold the standards of Project HOPE to lead a high performing team and ensure strict compliance to CDC and Project HOPE policies, regulations, and internal controls.
- Guide the learning agenda for the project, use lessons learned to modify project approaches and strategies, and disseminate findings.
- Provide vision, overall leadership, and guidance to the project staff. eh3i19t C0zkMl
- Oversees the selection and training of qualified program staff, assigning clear roles and responsibilities, providing effective supervision, and managing performance to ensure efficient operations.
- Demonstrate experience working in diverse low-resource settings with multi-dimensional teams and stakeholders.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in HIV prevention, care and/or treatment programs in Sierra Leone
- Clinical background required (MD or nursing), master’s degree in public health, health administration, or a related field preferred.
- Demonstrated success managing complex CDC-funded projects required; HIV/AIDS projects preferred.
- Understanding of CDC, USG and PEPFAR donor’s regulations and compliance, reporting requirements, and health strategic framework.
- Proven leadership skills and expertise in strategic program planning, implementation and management.
- Experience building and maintaining partnerships with other projects, local organizations, host country governments, and international agencies.
- Proven track record directing, motivating and managing a project team composed of technical experts and administrative staff.
- Demonstrated diplomatic, management, and communication skills to liaise and advocate with governments, donors, thought leaders, and other key stakeholders including other implementing agencies
- Ability to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
- Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.
Work environment:
- Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
- Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”.
Due to the substantial number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience and qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please.
However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.
3.) Human Resource Manager
Human Resource Manager, Global Health
Location: Freetown Sierra Leone
POSITION: HR Manager REPORTS TO: Principal Investigator DUTY STATION: Freetown, Sierra Leone PROGRAM: PEPFAR/CDC Strengthening the national HIV care and treatment program in SL to accelerate the response to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030 MINIMUM HOURS OF WORK: 40hrs/week Project HOPE is an international NGO with employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide. Code of Conduct It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency. Background We are looking for a qualified HR Manager to provide higher level leadership on Human Resources functions of an anticipated 5-year Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) project funded through the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). This project aims to support the government of SL in speeding up progress to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030 through direct service delivery and technical assistance (TA), including: carrying out a sustainable HIV care and treatment program and quality improvement projects; building local capacity, human resources for health, and partnerships to strengthen sustainable public health systems. The position is contingent upon contract award and funding from the CDC. Sierra Leone nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. JOB SUMMARY The Human Resources Manager develops and manages the Human Resources functions within Project HOPE to optimally achieve attraction, retention and development of staff/human capital. S/he is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resource function, and develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all staff. This entails the development, implementation and maintenance of effective people management processes, as well as the administration of staff matters concerning remuneration, benefits and records, human capital management and support services based on the actualization of potential and motivation to succeed in career. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBIITES:
- Develops policy, directs and coordinates human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, and employee services.
- Analyzes salary reports and data to determine competitive compensation plan.
- Writes directives advising department managers of organizational policy regarding equal employment opportunities, compensation, and employee benefits.
- Consults legal counsel to ensure that policies comply with the local labor law and per PH’s HQ directions.
- Develops and maintains a human resources system that meets Project HOPE’s HQ HR management information needs.
- Oversees the analysis, maintenance, and communication of records required by the local labor law guidance from Project HOPE HQ.
- Oversees and monitors the administration of electronic time sheet/ Software.
- Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance.
- Studies legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess organizational trends.
- Writes and delivers presentations to HQ, government officials and donors regarding human resources policies and practices of Project HOPE.
- Oversees hiring process: coordinating job posts, recruits, interviews, tests, and selects employees to fill vacant positions, reviews resume, perform reference checks new-employee orientation, employee relations counselling through applying standard selection mechanisms e.g. based on competency profiles that are well-suited to check for required competencies.
- Plans and conducts new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational goals.
- Keeps records of benefit plans participation such as insurance and pension plan, personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, and terminations, and employee statistics for government and internal reporting.
- Coordinates management training in interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, safety, and sexual harassment.
- Develops and provides systematic approaches to training needs analysis and subsequent Individual
- Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.
- Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
- Administers performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance and equity within organization.
- Administers benefits programs such as life, health, and dental insurance, pension plans, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance.
- Institutes and updates a remuneration system suited to Project HOPE specific needs that will optimize staff performance and meet the latest optimal remuneration practices in Sierra Leone. eh3iusG C0zkMl
- Coordinates and leads staff Safety Committee meetings.
- Prepares annual or life of Project budget of human resources operations for existing or new programs.
- Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.
- Prepares reports and recommends procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover.
- Represents organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
- Contracts with outside suppliers to provide employee services, such as temporary employees, consultants, firms, or relocation services.
- Institutes and maintains a central filing system and administrative capacity that comply with general administrative and HQ’s Internal Audit requirements
- Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and Senior Management / Leadership Meetings.
- Maintains company organization charts and employee directory.
- Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned by the Senior Leadership Team or the Country Representative.
REPRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION
- Responsible for cultivating a good working relationship with Unions should the need arise.
- Is responsible for negotiation with the Unions, if possible, on all related issues.
- Attends labor court issues and provides representation.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
- MBA in human resources management, human sciences, industrial psychology or other related fields is required having a master’s degree is desirable.
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience of human resource management, of which 5 years should have been Head of a human resources function or in more senior / independent HR role at professional / managerial level.
- Good working knowledge of donor programmes such as USAID, GFATM and PEPFAR is desirable.
- Core competencies required may include ethical conduct, strategic thinking, leadership, decision-making and financial management.
- The incumbent should have a good mix of abilities between task orientation and interpersonal / relationship sensitivity. Should be sympathetic to the needs of others while retaining focus on goal attainment.
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
- Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.
Work environment:
- Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
- Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”.
Due to the substantial number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience and qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.
4.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning, Team Leader
Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning, Team Leader, Global Health
Location: Freetown Sierra Leone
POSITION: Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning, Team Leader
REPORTS TO: Principal Investigator
DUTY STATION: Freetown, Sierra Leone
PROGRAM: PEPFAR/CDC Strengthening the national HIV care and treatment program in SL to accelerate the response to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030
MINIMUM HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours/week Project HOPE is an international NGO with employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide. Code of Conduct It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency. Background We are looking for a qualified Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning, Team Leader to provide leadership in program monitoring, evaluation, quality assurance and learning activities for an anticipated 5-year Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) project funded through the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). This project aims to support the government of SL in speeding up progress to end the HIV/AIDS pandemic as a public health threat by 2030 through direct service delivery and technical assistance (TA), including: carrying out a sustainable HIV care and treatment program and quality improvement projects; building local capacity, human resources for health, and partnerships to strengthen sustainable public health systems. The position is contingent upon contract award and funding from the CDC. Sierra Leone nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. JOB SUMMARY The Monitoring and Evaluation Lead with overall technical guidance from the PI will be responsible to develop and manage the overall project’s Monitoring and Evaluation Plan. S/he will develop and maintain systems to collect data and lead analysis to produce information on program inputs, outputs, outcomes, and impact. S/he will provide feedback on data collection and indicators; analyze data reported from community and implementing partners, and support training of M&E personnel in quality assurance methods. S/he will also oversee publication and dissemination of information on successful and promising approaches, lessons learned and other program results to program partners, donors, local Government of the counterparts and other key stakeholders. The task requires closely working with donors, Ministry of Health, UNAIDS, National HIV/AIDS Control Program, National HIV/AIDS Secretariat, National Leprosy and TB Program, Regional Health Bureaus, other local and international implementing partners and stakeholders. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBIITES:
- Design and oversee the monitoring, evaluation and learning activities of the project.
- Lead the design, development, planning, and implementation of project evaluation activities. This includes development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention-linked research.
- Develop strategies and tools for the design and implementation of monitoring of specific technical components of the program.
- Work closely with the technical leads and government and national partners and stakeholders to co-design monitoring tools, selecting indicators, and determining field monitoring responsibilities.
- Work to ensure compatibility and coordination of tools within the M&E framework, and consistency with national and donor requirements.
- Promote use of data for decision-making among stakeholders for learning and policy development and programming.
- Responsible for providing technical assistance, developing and setting up systems for the timely collection, management, analysis, and reporting of valid and reliable data that meet donor reporting requirements.
- Focus on strengthening the M&E system, building capacity of partners and staff, and improving alignment and support to host-country M&E systems.
- Develop and lead implementation of a robust learning agenda for continuous learning, collaboration and adaptation.
- Undertake periodic reviews of program and/or country M&E systems and participate in M&E system strengthening plan development. Provide guidance on information systems for quality assurance, as well as best practices on documentation and reporting; and
- Oversee publication and dissemination of information on successful and promising approaches, lessons learned and other program results to program partners, donors, local Government of the counterparts and other key stakeholders.
- Supervise a team of monitoring, evaluation and research staff for the project and ensure clear roles and responsibilities and lines of communication are maintained amongst the team members.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
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- Master’s Degree in Public Health, Statistics or related fields is required, and PhD or related advanced degree is desirable
- A minimum of 15 years of professional experience is required and at least 7 years should be on M&E, quality assurance and research area in a lead or supervisory role
- Demonstrated experience in health/HIV program M&E, research and data quality assurance
- Demonstrated experience in scientific research writing/publications Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and spoken English.
- Proven ability to develop effective working relationships with important stakeholders and partners.
- Demonstrated skills in data analysis using the different statistical software like EPI-Info, STAT and SPSS.
- Excellent planning and analytical skills
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, and attention to detail.
- Previous experience on PEPFAR/USAID funded projects is preferred.
- Ability to travel up to 30% of the time to the regions
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
- Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.
Work environment:
- Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
- Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”.
Due to the substantial number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience and qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.
