Job Vacancy @ Foundation for Rural and Urban Transformation (FoRUT) – Programme Assistant

The Programme Assistant will serve as principal assistants to the District Programme Manager (DPM). He/s will support the implementation of all FoRUT programme/projects at the field level. S/he will be part of the program team and should have the ability to implement a multi-disciplined project in tandem with FoRUT’s program/project priorities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title:   Programme Assistant

Report to: District Programme Manager (DPM)

Location: Western Area

Start date: April 2025

Salary: Competitive salary

Key Responsibilities

The Programme Assistant (PA) has the responsibility of reporting on activities in the field carried out to achieve objectives of FoRUT. The PA is part of the programme team charged with the implementation of the work programme areas of Alcohol &Drugs, CR, Mental Health, Gender Equality, Education and Livelihood.

• Assist Programme Officers (PO) and the DPM with Programme implementation in line with approved plans and budgets.
• Provide driving services to the organization when the need arises
• Assist in data collection and keep records of Boundary Partners including Community Credit and Savings Association (CoCSA), Children and Young People’s Clubs (CYPs), Farmer Based Organizations (FBOs) and Community Rights Groups (CRGs) up to date.
• Attend Programme meetings within the head office and in the field offices.
• Help in the facilitation of training of Boundary Partners including CoCSA, CYPs, FBOs and CRGs
• Monitor and supervise implementation of programs in our operational areas in line with approved plans and budgets.
• Other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the DPM and Head of Programmes.

Education

Diploma/Degree in Community Development Studies, or related discipline from a recognised College / University. Minimum of three years of experience in similar positions, preferably in NGOs. Experience with right-based advocacy work and livelihoods/child rights/ women’s rights issues/mental health are required.

Abilities required.

Good interpersonal skills, ability to network and form partnerships with institutions and individuals and establish a relationship of trust with local communities.

Analytical mind and ability to study and understand new environments and systems.

Ability to work under pressure and willingness to spend a considerable portion of the working time in the field.

Person specification/preferred skills

• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver trainings and presentations.

• Proven abilities in the effective management of people and resources.

• Understanding of community mobilization and empowerment principles and approaches.

• Proven experience in integrated programme management.

• Knowledge of alcohol, drug, mental health, child rights, gender, good governance, and livelihood issues in Sierra Leone

• Must be able to ride a bike and drive a vehicle and hold a valid driver’s licence.

Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application letter and CV to info@forut.sl with the subject line Application, Programme Assistant or by hand at our FoRUT Head Office at 24E Main Motor Road, Congo Cross, Freetown. Deadline for the receipt of applications is the 28^th February 2025 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

About FoRUT

Foundation for Rural and Urban Transformation (FoRUT) is a national non-governmental organisation. FoRUT’s mission is to empower citizens to fight poverty, corruption, injustice and alcohol and drugs abuse, through social mobilization, advocacy, capacity building and provision of services for long term development. It focuses on Mental Health, Child Rights, Alcohol, Drugs and Development (ADD), Gender Equality, Livelihood and Good Governance.

FoRUT is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply. FoRUT is a non-political organisation.  For more information, call: 078 544125.