🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Save the Children – 6 Positions
Save the Children is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) National Consultant
2.) Sign Language Interpreters
3.) Community Project officers (x4)
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) National Consultant
Date: 18th September 2025
EOI Reference Number:2025/FT/CONSUL/0013
Expression of Interest for National Consultant to Conduct Household Economy Approach (HEA) Livelihoods Profiling and Alternative Livelihood Opportunities for Climate Resilience
Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organization for children. We work in 120 countries. Our vision is a world where every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
Save the Children Sierra Leone is looking for a dynamic and versatile consultant or a consulting firm/team to conduct livelihood profiles of selected coastal communities using the Household Economy Approach (HEA), and to identify opportunities for enhancing the climate resilience of existing livelihoods and for developing alternative livelihoods that are sustainable, market-linked, and compatible with mangrove conservation and other ecosystem-based adaptation strategies.
Objective
The overall objective of this consultancy is to conduct livelihood profiles of selected coastal communities using the Household Economy Approach (HEA), and to identify opportunities for enhancing the climate resilience of existing livelihoods and for developing alternative livelihoods that are sustainable, market-linked, and compatible with mangrove conservation and other ecosystem-based adaptation strategies.
The specific objectives of this consultancy are to:
- The assessment will target 75 coastal communities across Kambia, Port Loko, Moyamba, Bonthe, and Pujehun districts.
- These communities are situated within coastal livelihood zones that are primarily characterized by fishing, agriculture, and mixed livelihood systems. Three livelihoods’ zones will be targeted:
- The coastal food crop zone (Pujehun, Moyamba and Bonthe Districts)
- Rice and Bowl zone (Pujehun and Kambia Districts)
- Cash crops, food crops and trade (Pujehun)
- The data collection must include at least 50% respondents as women and girls, and at least 30% youth respondents (both sexes).
- SLCRP Project Management Unit (PMU).
- Community-Based Organizations, local authorities, and traditional leaders.
- Private sector and market actors, to align with Output 2.2
- Review existing information
- Gather and analyze secondary data on coastal livelihoods, household income sources, and vulnerability to climate change.
- Review relevant project documents, including Output 2.2 market assessment and Component 3 mangrove livelihood strategies.
Detailed technical specifications are included within the TOR
If you are interested in submitting a bid, please send your request at the below email address sci.freetown.procurement@savethechildren.org to express your interest and ToR will be sent to you by return
Instructions to Bidders/Application Requirements:
- Interested bidders should submit the following documents:
- Technical proposal narrative, The Consultant must ensure gender sensitivity, inclusion of marginalized voices, and compliance with ethical standards in data collection, including informed consent and confidentiality
- CVs of all project Team Members (maximum 3 pages per CV).
- Minimum requirement for key positions (e.g., must include expertise in applying the Household Economy Approach (HEA) or similar methodologies
- Project portfolio + references of past work
- Itemized budget; rate justification
- work plan – identification of major milestones, deliverables, and contingencies (e.g., delays due to weather, stakeholder availability).
- Project examples, narrative
Administrative Documents:
Interested bidders should submit the following documents:
- Fully signed and stamped Essential criteria checklist
- Tax registration number & certificate
- Business registration certificate
- Freetown City Council Certificate
- NASSIT, NRA and Tin Number and GST Certificate (updated)
- Copy of Voters ID Card, Passport or Driving License of the Lead Consultant
Application Deadline:
Wednesday 1st October 2025 by 5:00 PM prompt.
Method of Application:
All completed bids should be clearly signed, scanned and stamped, and attached as indicated requirements above and submit to the email address: sci.sl.ebid02@savethechildren.org
For Inquiry, please reach out to the below email address:
sci.freetown.procurement@savethechildren.org and call 076784865 before the due date of submission.
2.) Sign Language Interpreters
TERMS OF REFERENCE
REQUEST FOR NATIONAL AND DISTRICT OR SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS FOR THE SIERRA LEONE COASTAL RESILIENCE PROJECT
Project: 6941062
SOF: 82605223
DRC: 826052230006
Activity: 6941062CS11C
BACKGROUND:
The Sierra Leone Coastal Resilience Project (SLCRP), supported by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) is implemented by Save the Children International and Environmental Protection Agency as executing entities and Concern Worldwide, KADDRO, Conservation Society of Sierra Leone, Environmental Foundations as implementing partners. It is a five (5) years project committed to enhancing the resilience of vulnerable coastal communities through inclusive climate adaptation and ecosystem-based solutions. Key to this commitment is deliberate strategy of using Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) lens, ensuring equal representation, including persons with disabilities.
As part of our inclusive programming approach, the SLCRP acknowledges the barriers that hinder inclusive participation of persons with disabilities especially people with hearing impairments or non-verbal in community consultations, awareness sessions, trainings, and other project-related activities. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by these individuals, the project is seeking the service of a sign language interpreter at district level. This is a practical mechanism to promote accessible and equitable participation.
This Terms of Reference outlines the scope of engagement for selected national and district based sign language Interpreters, their responsibilities, and the terms of facilitation to support SLCRP’s implementation in the implementation districts i.e Pujehun, Bonthe and Moyamba including the national office, Freetown.
PURPOSE AND JUSTIFICATION OF REQUEST
The purpose of engaging Sign Language Interpreters is to ensure that persons with hearing or speech impairments are meaningfully included in SLCRP activities at national, district and community levels. This engagement is not a formal employment but a facilitative support measure to promote social inclusion and equitable participation in project planning, implementation and MEAL processes.
The exclusion of persons with disabilities directly undermines their rights and limits the effectiveness and equity of project outcomes. As part of SLCRP’s GESI strategy, this initiative will:
- Ensure non-discrimination and equal access to information and participation for all, regardless of ability.
- Build community trust and ownership through inclusive communication.
- Contribute to the accountability and transparency of SLCRP activities by ensuring all voices are heard and documented.
- Align with national and international frameworks promoting the rights of persons with disabilities, including the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).
SCOPE OF WORK AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Sign Language Interpreters will be called upon as needed to support the following:
- Interpret discussions during meetings, stakeholder dialogues, trainings, and consultations.
- Facilitate two-way communication between project teams and community members with hearing or speech impairments.
- Work closely with SLCRP staff and community structures to identify persons who may need interpretation services.
- Maintain confidentiality, neutrality, and professional conduct during interpretation.
- Assist in creating a welcoming and respectful environment for persons with disabilities.
- Provide feedback to the project team on challenges or improvements to strengthen inclusive communication.
WHEN: The process of engaging the service providers is expected to be completed by the 30th of September 2025
ENGAGEMENT MODALITY
This will be a non-contractual, voluntary support arrangement.
- Interpreters will be engaged on an as-needed basis depending on the availability of activities requiring their service.
- They will not be paid a monthly salary.
- Upon engagement, interpreters will be provided with:
- A transport refund to and from the venue of the activity.
- A modest facilitation fee for their time and effort.
- Meals and refreshments as provided to other participants (where applicable).
- All payments will be processed in line with SCIs financial procedures.
NUMBER OF SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS REQUIRED:
To ensure effectiveness of service required, the project is requesting two (one male and one female) sign language interpreters per districts and at national level.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Prospective Sign Language Interpreters should meet the following criteria:
- Be a resident of the project intervention area.
- Have basic to intermediate proficiency in local sign language used by persons in the area.
- Demonstrate strong ethical conduct, neutrality, and confidentiality.
- Be trusted and accepted by community members, including persons with disabilities.
- Be available upon request and willing to travel within their locality.
- Has a clean record of criminal activities meeting SCIs standards
Preference will be given to women, caregivers of persons with hearing impairment and individuals with a disability background, to further promote inclusive representation.
MONITORING
The interpreters will work under the supervision of the Project Managers and GESI Specialist of SLCRP. They will coordinate closely with:
- Stakeholders
- Community Adaptation Committees (CACs)
- Mangrove Steering Committee
- School Clubs
- Youth Groups
- Other relevant community working groups and project staff
DURATION
The engagement is open-ended for the duration of the SLCRP implementation period in the respective districts although service providers will be assessed bi-annually (subject to need and performance). The actual frequency and duration of service provision will depend on activity schedules.
SAFEGUARDING AND ETHICS
All interpreters must adhere to safeguarding procedures when working with community members. Any form of exploitation, discrimination, or breach of trust will result in immediate termination of engagement.
CONCLUSION
By facilitating the inclusion of Sign Language Interpreters at the community level, the SLCRP reaffirms its commitment to equity, participation, and dignity for all, especially the most marginalized. This initiative is a vital step in creating an environment where every voice can contribute to building resilience, regardless of ability or communication barriers.
Additional information:
Application Deadline:
Tuesday 30th September 2025 by 5:00 PM prompt.
Method of Application:
All completed technical proposal and financial offers should be clearly signed, stamp scanned and attached as indicated requirements above and submit to the email address: sci.sl.freetown.procurement@savethechildren.org
For Inquiry, please reach out to the below email address:
sci.sl.freetown.procurement@savethechildren.org before the due date of submission.
3.) Community Project officers (x4)
JOB TITLE: Community Project officers
PROJECT: GAC Foundations/Thrive
GRADE: 4
LOCATION: Kailahun
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
CHILD SAFEGUARDING:
Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people.
ROLE PURPOSE:
Save the Children Sierra Leone country programming “Strengthening Adolescent girls' sexual and reproductive health project” is a 6 years' project funded by the Global Affairs Canada in Sierra Leone, Mali and Niger to ultimately increase decision-making by in-school and out-of-school adolescent girls on their SRH and rights and the use of SRH services.
The Community Project Officers are responsible for the day-to-day direct implementation for the out of school adolescents' girls' components of the project within targeted communities in Kailahun district. S/he will be responsible for establishing and developing informal adolescent girls' groups, outside of the school setting; Women Action Groups (WAGS). The Community Project Officers will be responsible for the on-the-ground facilitation of the Adolescent girl's group and the women action groups (WAGs). She/he will be involved in community mobilization, sensitization and advocacy programmes, and interface with traditional institutions, religious leaders, community leaders, and local government authorities towards ensuring quality implementation of all Foundation components at the community levels. CPOs would be expected to work closely with all other staff and partners in the project, and with all other SCI departments and programmes.
SCOPE OF ROLE:
Reports to: Senior Project Manager
Number of Positions: Three (3)
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Partnership Management: Joint monitoring/ support to the community Health and protection service providers and local partners
Budget Responsibilities: None
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Project Coordination
- Coordinate and work on the start-up and implementation of the girls-only and Women Action groups and activities, ensuring groups are formed in a safe, comfortable, and confidential manner and environment
- Work directly with groups and communities across all aspects of programming, including:
- Capacity building - training, workshops and mentoring
- Community engagement and mobilization
- Awareness raising and behaviour change
- Work with adolescent girls and women
- Psychosocial support and well-being
- Economic empowerment
- Women and girls' leadership, voice and solidarity building
- Work with implementing partners PPASL and Ndomakeh including Rainbo Centre, Family Support Units/One stop Center and the Ministry of Health's Peripheral Health Units etc.
- Collaborate with child protection service providers including the family support unit of the police force, Legal Aids board, District chapter of NSRTP and the child protection committee in the community to identify and response to SGBV cases.
- Support continuous quality improvement of adolescent sexual reproductive health and protection services.
- Ensure implementation of Foundation's activities in line with the National Adolescent Sexual and reproductive Health policies
- Develop and adapt all relevant ASRH IEC materials with support from SCI Advocacy team and project partners for publications and dissemination to stakeholders.
- Support the facilitators in the delivery of SRH section of safe space curriculum/ girl shine curriculum etc.
- Participate in internal and external technical meetings/working groups to contribute to learning on ASRH intervention outcomes in the districts of operation.
Budget and Financial Management
- With directives from Senior Project Manager develop activity budget and concept notes for implementation
- Ensure familiarity with all SCI and donor regulations and compliance requirements for spend and retirement
- Ensuring that all available resources i.e. safeguarding risk assessments are completed; and that all procurement/ logistical needs are planned well in advance.
MEAL: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning
- Work with the MEAL team and project team to adapt MEAL package, with data collection and reporting tools on SRH services
- Ensure that monitoring and evaluation, and documentation of ASRH interventions and activities are carried out and reported to on a timely basis
- Ensure that all project/programme reports, and other documents are completed in a timely manner, and in line with reporting requirements and SC/donor guidelines.
- Help coordinate all programme review meetings, lessons learned activities, and other monitoring and review/evaluation activities as relevant.
Other Duties
- Prepare and submit regular weekly/monthly plans and reports of activities.
- Participate in and represent Save the Children in external events/meetings as requested.
- Undertake any training required to meet the objectives of the post or as relevant to SCI.
- Ensure all project activities are implemented in line with safe programming procedures/protocols.
- Other significant duties as may be assigned by his/her line manager
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (SCI Values in Practice)
Accountability:
- holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
- holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved.
Ambition:
- sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
- widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
- future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale.
Collaboration:
- builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
- values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
- approachable, good listener, easy to talk to.
Creativity:
- develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
- willing to take disciplined risks.
Integrity:
Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum certificate of a diploma/Degree in community development, social work or equivalent in any relevant discipline.
- Minimum 3-years' experience in management of Adolescent sexual health and development work at community levels.
- Minimum of one (1) year experience in International Organisation
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Strong skills in building a team, ability to provide training, and on the job mentoring.
- Experience leading the development and delivery of trainings, coaching and supervision of healthcare workforce.
- Advanced training/experience in Adolescent sexual health and community development programming
- Strong computer skills (i.e. Word Excel, Outlook).
- Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure
- Excellent planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organise a demanding workload comprised of diverse and challenging tasks and responsibilities
- Strong oral and written skills
- Ability to be self-sufficient and resourceful, proactive in identifying and addressing challenges, yet consulting and asking for assistance as needed/relevant.
- Strong interpersonal skills with managing multicultural teams
- Expertise in management of sexual and gender- based violence cases
- Experience working within the INGO
- Demonstrated relationships with district and national stakeholders within and outside the government
- Experience working in rural settings
- Willing to commit to Save the Children's aims, values and principles.
- Motorbike riding skills with valid license are considered a plus.
Equal Opportunities
The post holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures, and all other relevant policies, procedures, and protocols.
Additional job responsibilities
The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.