Metro Transport Company (MTC) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Operations Manager 2.) Finance Manager
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Operations Manager
Organizational Profile
Metro Transport Company (MTC) is a new bus company registered with Corporate Affairs Commission in Sierra Leone. MTC will be is charged with the responsibility to operate high-capacity buses (WAKA FINE) using the cashless system within the prescribed corridors West: covering Lumley to Central Bus Station, Wallace Johnson Street, and East covering Calaba Town to Central Bus Station as prescribed by the Integrated Resilient and Urban Mobility Project (IRUMP) in close collaboration with the regulatory agency, the Sierra Leone Public Transport Authority (SLPTA)
Job Tittle: Operations Manager
Metro Transport Company is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Manager to join our team and oversee the efficient and effective operation of our transportation services. As the Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our company’s day-to-day activities
Location: Freetown
Duration: Permanent
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize efficiency and productivity
– Oversee the planning and execution of transportation operations, including scheduling, routing, and fleet management
– Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
– Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless coordination and communication
– Manage and develop a team of transportation staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
– Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards
– Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness
– Monitor and control operational costs to meet budgetary targets
Experience and Education
Proven experience in operations management, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry
– Strong knowledge of transportation operations, including scheduling, routing, and fleet management
– Excellent leadership and team management skills
– Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
– Effective communication and interpersonal skills
– Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
– Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field (additional certifications would be an advantage)
If you are a results-oriented professional with a strong background in operations management, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Metro Transport Company. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team and contribute to the success of our transportation service
If interested, please submit application and cover letter to:
The Board of Directors
Metro Transport Company (SL) Ltd
SLRTC compound, PWD, Blackhall Road, Kissy
Freetown
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Documents once submitted cannot be returned to the applicant. Thus, please do not submit originals.
Closing Date: 9th September, 2024
Metro Transport Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
2.) Finance Manager
Organizational Profile
Metro Transport Company (MTC) is a new bus company registered with Corporate Affairs Commission in Sierra Leone. MTC is charged with the responsibility to operate high-capacity buses (WAKA FINE) that will be using the cashless system within the prescribed corridors West: covering Lumley to Central Bus Station, Wallace Johnson Street, and East covering Calaba Town to Central Bus Station as prescribed by the Integrated Resilient and Urban Mobility Project (IRUMP) in close collaboration with the regulatory agency, the Sierra Leone Public Transport Authority (SLPTA)
Job Tittle: Finance Manager
Metro Transport Company is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Finance Officer. As a key member of our finance department, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of our company.
Location: Freetown
Duration: Permanent
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts
– Monitor and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable
– Manage payroll processing and employee benefits
– Assist in financial audits and compliance with regulatory requirements
– Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making
Experience and Education
Masters in Business Administration (MBA),or related discipline
– Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting
– Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated and driven individual with a passion for finance, we would love to hear from you
If interested, please submit application and cover letter to:
The Board of Directors
Metro Transport Company (SL) Ltd
SLRTC compound, PWD, Blackhall Road, Kissy
Freetown
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Documents once submitted cannot be returned to the applicant. Thus, please do not submit originals.
Closing Date: 9th September, 2024
Metro Transport Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
BRAC is an award-winning international non-governmental development organisation, with the vision of a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. BRAC is a leader in developing and implementing cost-effective, evidence-based programs to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world’s biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.
BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. It started its first program outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 and has since reached millions of people in 11 countries in Asia and Africa. BRAC has a holistic approach to development that uses a wide array of programs and social enterprises, including in microfinance, education, health, agriculture, gender and human rights. BRAC believes that every person has inherent potential, and when an enabling environment is created and that potential is unleashed, even the poorest can become agents of positive change in their own lives, for their families and their communities.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
In 2022, the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BRAC International (BI) announced an initiative that is creating a positive and measurable impact for 1.2 million adolescent girls and young women and 9.5 million people across seven countries in East and West Africa, including Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda.
There is mounting urgency to support adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living in poverty, which was further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches are being delivered in communities to foster the agency and voice of AGYW. They will have the opportunity to fulfill their aspirations, achieve sustainable livelihoods, and engage in advocacy issues.
BRAC Sierra Leone is implementing an integrated and holistic model to address the various life cycles of a young woman living in poverty, ensuring she is able to transition safely from adolescence to adulthood. She will be equipped with the appropriate skills, tools, and access to finance to effectively exercise her agency and build a fulfilling and productive livelihood.
In this regard, BRAC Sierra Leone is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position in Sierra Leone
Programme:
Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title:
Regional Accountant – AIM
Reporting to:
Finance Manager
Level/Grade:
TBD
Location
Waterloo, Bo, Makeni
Number of positions:
3
JOB PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position: Responsible for all the accounting of the AIM financial operation in the regional office. The position holder is generally responsible for get keeper for BRAC finance internal control system, manage financial documents, accounts posting, report on the financial information at the regional level, and assist the AIM Finance Manager on demand basis for any additional information required.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Facilitate cash payment requests and ensure the fund balance as per program need by weekly and monthly.
Analyze and code financial transactions
Prepare journal vouchers with complete entries and present for approval
Manage and oversee filing and documentations as completeness and timeliness
Post transactions into SBI Cloud online accounting software on a daily basis
Perform monthly accounts reconciliation including (A/R, A/P, Bank, Cash, Prepayments, etc.)
Due consideration of double entries in cost accounting method
Check and collect bank statements, credit advice and debit advice on a weekly basis
Checks the sequence of the voucher system and scan all the vouchers along with the supporting and keep in the google drive on daily basis. Keep ledger up to date and identify abnormal balances and take corrective reconciliation
At least 15 days travel for field visit from regional office to branch Offices.
Ensure transaction descriptions are posted only according to the standardized form
Ensure end of the month all the noncash amounts should not keep in the project need to transfer to Control
Perform bank reconciliation on monthly basis and send to the AIM Finance Manager
Monitor the cash position of the regional office and request cash from the country office for wire transfer
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Read, understand, practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
Sound knowledge in accounting
Advance user of MS Excel and Word
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work well under pressure and independently
Able to travel extensively in the field
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounts, related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
At least 4 years working experience in NGO in financial sector
Hands on experience with statistical analysis
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL
SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE
If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net
Please mention the name of the position and location in the subject bar.
Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application deadline: 16th September 2024
BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.
BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.
2.) Finance Manager (x2)
Job Title:
Finance Manager
Location:
Country Office and Bo
Reporting to:
Head of Finance
Level/Grade:
TBD
Number of direct reports:
N/A
Number of positions:
2
JOB PURPOSE:
Smooth and functioning finance & Accounts department in Country & field level. Follow International Accounting Standard (IAS) and ensure timely posting of all daily transaction in country office.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Financial Controls: Under the supervision of the Country Head of Finance, the Finance Manager supervises the cash and bank transaction in the office to maintain the financial integrity of BRAC in the office.
Pay visits to field offices as per schedule agreed with the Country Head of Finance to ensure that all procedure manuals are followed.
Manage, maintain and update fixed assets register and diary in SBI cloud, ensuring appropriate, accurate and complete accounting for fixed assets (including proper treatment of depreciation).
Participate in stock taking and fixed assets verification exercise.
Ledger Analysis and Reconciliations: Check and authorize entries for correctness for coding and posting to the SBI ledger system, ensuring accuracy and prompt processing into the various accounts.
Reconciliations of subsidiary schedules/records, Accounts receivables and payable to GL control account, reviewing transactions and reconciling various accounts/balances relating to ledger balances.
Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for all BRAC Accounts in the country office.
Ensure timely and proper filing, maintenance of accounts records and documents in defined area of work for ease of reference and retrieval.
Review of Payments Processing: Vet and review invoices and other payment vouchers prior to submitting them for approval ensuring accuracy and correctness and that amounts due and payable are indicated on the invoices.
Keep proper record of all prepayments, accruals and related accounts.
Prepare monthly payroll payments on time
Vet, review and ensure all other payments (cash, transfers etc) are duly supported.
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Read, understand, practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.
At least 3 years of managerial experience in Finance & Accounting – National or International organization, preferably in an international NGO
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL
SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE
JOB LOCATION: Country Office or Bo
If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net
Please mention the name of the position and location in the subject bar.
This is a National Position. Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application deadline: 16th September 2024
BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.
BRAC is an equal opportunities employer
3.) Office Assistant (x2)
Programme:
Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title:
Office Assistant – AIM
Reporting to:
Regional Manager
Level/Grade:
TBD
Location
Magburaka & Waterloo
Number of positions:
2
JOB PURPOSE:
To undertake a variety of office support tasks and work diligently under pressure. Maintains office operations by receiving and distributing communications; maintaining supplies and equipment; picking-up and delivering items.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Organize office and assist associates in ways that optimize procedures
Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner; Forwards information by receiving and distributing communications; collecting and mailing correspondence; copying information.
Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information
Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages; maintains supplies by checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating requirements; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items; delivering supplies to workstations.
Resolve office-related malfunctions and respond to requests or issues
Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies
Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues
Perform receptionist duties.
Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance; troubleshooting failures; calling for repairs; monitoring equipment operation; monitoring and purchasing meter fund
Maintains office schedule by picking-up and delivering items
SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Read, understand, practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
Organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office & Excel)
Excellent communication skills
Warm personality with excellent interpersonal skills
Time keeping and outgoing individual
Serving a diverse range of people in an office environment
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Diploma in Business Administration or related fields
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Two (2) years’ experience in front office operations.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL
SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE
If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net
Please mention the name of the position and location applied for in the subject bar.
Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application deadline: 16th September 2024
BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.
Hellen Keller International is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Assistant Finance Officer 2.) Program Coordinator (Neglected Tropical Diseases)
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Assistant Finance Officer
Job Announcement
Helen Keller International is a global health organization dedicated to eliminating preventable vision loss, malnutrition, and diseases of poverty. Helen Keller Intl partners with communities that are striving to overcome longstanding cycles of poverty and is devoted to scaling up evidence based, cost-effective solutions to improve care practices and ensure that basic health interventions reach vulnerable people, with a focus on women, youth, and children.
Helen Keller Intl has been operating in Sierra Leone for over 20 years in support of the Nutrition and Neglected Tropical Disease (NTDs) components of the National Health Development Plan of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, as well as food security component of the ministry of Agriculture. The organization is also committed to generating evidence, carrying out robust research and a high input into research publications.
POSITION: Assistant Finance Officer
Helen Keller is recruiting for a Assistant Finance Officer for the Country Office. The Assistant Finance Officer performs roles in the finance, including implementation of internal Helen Keller International accounting procedures and policies, he/she will ensure the smooth functioning of financial systems, the integrity of accounts, and the provision of reliable financial information to various stakeholders in the country office and HQ.
Key Responsibilities
Budgeting & Planning
– Work along with the Senior Finance Officer and the Finance Director in the preparation of proposal budgets in the Helen Keller budgeting formats.
– As delegated by Sen. Finance Officer and the Finance Director, participate in the Annual & Mid-Year Budget preparation.
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
– Review & reconcile all balance sheet accounts monthly and ensuring that all issues are flagged timely to the Senior Finance Officer.
– Update month-end schedules and registers ensuring that balance sheet items are documented, known and evidenced.
– Ensure all balance sheet schedules are signed and uploaded in the Shared folder.
Financial Reporting
– Ensure that month end reports and Fiscal Year end reports are accurate, complete, and submitted in a timely manner.
– As delegated by the Senior Finance Officer, prepare some donor financial reports for both the SFO and Finance Director’s review.
– As delegated by the Senior Finance Officer, review all financial reports submitted by partners and provide immediate feedback as necessary.
– Ensure that partner liquidations are correctly classified and that all the necessary journals are posted in the NetSuite accounting software timely.
– Support the Senior Finance Officer to prepare Sub grantee cash projections and ensure that Helen Keller transfer funds to Partners without delay.
– Work with the Senior Finance Officer in the preparation of monthly Budget Vs Actual reports for some awards.
– Work with the Senior Finance officer to follow up on action point(s) with Program Managers for corrective action.
Treasury Management
– Support the Senior Finance Officer in the consolidation of the monthly/periodic cash forecasts and requests from the approved spend plans of the program teams. – Support the Finance Assistant in the weekly and monthly reconciliation of cash and banks.
Internal Controls & Audit
– Assist the Sen. Finance Officer in maintaining robust and adequate financial internal control systems for cash management in the Country Office as well as the partners. – Support the end-to-end Internal & External audit processes ensuring the retrieval and evidence of transactions & reports.
Qualification and experience
– Bachelor’s degree in finance & accounting with 3yrs relevant from a recognized university. – Demonstrated ability to work independently, be highly organized, and comfortably work on multiple activities at once.
– Experience in similar job advert.
– Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
– References will be required.
– Fluency in reading and writing in English
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and an updated CV with three (3) referees to SierraLeone.Recruitment@hki.org. Closing date for the receipt of applications is on 4th September, 2024. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
“Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply”.
In the spirit of our founder and namesake, Helen Keller is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity in all its forms is fully valued.
2.) Program Coordinator (Neglected Tropical Diseases)
Job Announcement
Helen Keller International is a global health organization dedicated to eliminating preventable vision loss, malnutrition, and diseases of poverty. Helen Keller Intl partners with communities that are striving to overcome longstanding cycles of poverty and is devoted to scaling up evidence based, cost-effective solutions to improve care practices and ensure that basic health interventions reach vulnerable people, with a focus on women, youth, and children.
Helen Keller Intl has been operating in Sierra Leone for over 20 years in support of the Nutrition and Neglected Tropical Disease (NTDs) components of the National Health Development Plan of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, as well as food security component of the ministry of Agriculture. The organization is also committed to generating evidence, carrying out robust research and a high input into research publications.
Program Coordinator (Neglected Tropical Diseases)
NTDs are a core focus for Helen Keller not just in Sierra Leone but globally. Sierra Leone has made significant gains in the control and elimination of four of the five preventive chemotherapy NTDs- lymphatic filariasis, onchocerciasis, schistosomiasis and soil transmitted helminths.
The NTD Program Coordinator will be required to work closely with the NTD Manager to provide direction for all program activities and support to the national NTD Program at the Ministry of Health to achieve program objectives. S/he will support the NTD Program manager to provide technical leadership to the NTD country team to design and implement NTD strategies.
Key Responsibilities Technical Advice
– Finalize work plans, donor reports, success stories, and day-to-day monitoring and evaluation of program progress against set objectives.
– Establish and maintain excellent working relationship with the NTD team at Ministry of Health & Sanitation (MoHS)
– Plan, direct, and coordinate activities to ensure that objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
– Plan and implement assessments according to the work plans in collaboration with the appropriate structures within the MoHS in conformity with national and WHO protocols and guidelines.
– Ensure the necessary commodities and logistic arrangements are in place for implementing activities including disease specific assessments
– Ensure the timely submission of donor reports including but not limited to semi-annual and monthly activity reports;
– Work with the communications officer to produce essential IEC materials in a timely manner.
– Support the cascade of NNTDP inventory management control training;
– Coordinate effective data collection and management including performance monitoring; – Draft annual ACT | WEST concept notes, proposal budgets consistent with work plans and budget narratives.
– Coach, mentor, and manage NTDP team to ensure quality, efficiency and compliance with HKI policy and donor requirements.
– Conduct quarterly conversations to connect with all supervisees and submit records to HR;
– Prepare annual performance plans with all supervisees and submit records to HR.
Project management
– Hold the overall responsibility for the procurement plan for ACT West program – Coordinate implementation and supervision efforts at district, and health facility levels – Contribute to quality assurance of program activities
– Carry out additional tasks, as delegated by the NTD Manager and/or Program Director
Research, M&E and reporting
Support monitoring and evaluation (M&E) team for the development of regular project monitoring systems
Contribute to all donor reports
Contribute to any global reports, as needed
Contribute to the CO matrix and strategic plan, as needed
Work closely with the M&E team and program staff to collect and analyse program data
Jointly monitor program activities with the national NTDP.
Ensure the documentation of programme outcomes (case studies, photos, lessons learnt, success stories etc) with effective information management system for all reports and documentation.
Ensure that all work undertaken is gender focused and contributes to the achievement of the programme sector strategy objectives and outcome indicators.
Qualifications:
A masters’ degree in a relevant field;
At least 5 years’ of proven experience in leading NTD programs or health program of similar size;
Experience in managing staff and teams a must.
Must be able to work in a dynamic and complex environment.
Ability to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal guidance.
Must be able and willing to work in a diverse office in terms of language, culture, etc.
Proven experience in research, analysis and publication an added advantage.
Excellent budgeting and financial management skills.
Excellent written and verbal English language skills.
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and an updated CV with three (3) referees to SierraLeone.Recruitment@hki.org. Closing date for the receipt of applications is on 4th September, 2024. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
“Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply”.
In the spirit of our founder and namesake, Helen Keller is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity in all its forms is fully valued.
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.
We won’t stop until we are all equal.
The Opportunity
Global Assurance is part of Plan International’s governance framework and was established to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve Plan International’s operations. It helps Plan accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes
The role of the GA Senior is to conduct assurance engagements or other reviews at the regional or global level to provide management and the international board with assurance that key systems, programs, processes, policies, and controls are working as expected. The role also includes acting as a team member on various projects or products to implement the GA strategy as agreed upon with the GA Director or GA Managers. Additionally, the role supports the GA Manager in strengthening the second line at the Country offices and acts as a consultant with management teams at the country and regional level about relevant practices in governance, risk, and control of the organisation. The role builds upon audit principles but requires a combination of problem-solving, process improvement, and systems thinking to reduce risk and enhance the performance of the organisation.
About You
You have extensive knowledge of core business operations such as finance, procurement, human resources, and information technology. You know the principles, practices, and techniques of auditing and risk management, and the requirements of the Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. You are fluent in both spoken and written English and French. You have a good understanding of project and programme management, especially in the international aid and development sector.
Only applications in English will be considered.
Location: Any Country Office in the WACA region*. The successful candidate must have a pre-existing right to work in the country.
Type of Role: Fixed-term contract
Reports to: Global Assurance Manager WACA
Grade: 16
Closing Date: Friday 30th August at 23.59pm UK
*Benin, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Chad, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.
We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.
We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in theInter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.In line with this scheme we 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.
Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.
Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155 countries, Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both Pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria, and IPC/WASH.
The Global Reach II project is a five-year global HRSA-funded project, which started in October 2021. It employs an iterative approach based on a country’s needs, informed by clients and beneficiaries, targeting high-priority populations and low-coverage and poor-performing areas to achieve HIV epidemic control. In Sierra Leone, Global Reach II works with the government and builds local capacity to identify and implement proven solutions where they exist and develop innovative solutions to overcome persistent barriers that affect HIV services. Global Reach II will develop the capacity of the interdisciplinary health workforce to provide quality, client-centered care, ensuring that individuals will be informed and empowered to access services, receive high-quality care, adhere to treatment, and remain in care, ultimately contributing to the achievement of HIV epidemic control in Sierra Leone.
The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:
Senior Technical Officer (1 position)
Job Location: Western Area Urban
Reports to: Technical Advisor/Team Lead Freetown.
Position Overview:
The Senior (Sr.) Technical Officer in collaboration with the Technical Advisors (Tas), will provide strategic oversight and technical support in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV services to both the general and key populations (KPs) at program-supported health facilities and drop-in centers (DICs). One (1) Sr Technical Officer position will be KP focused will closely with the KP Technical Advisor on KP-friendly programming.
The Sr Technical Officer positions will provide strategic support, oversight, and technical assistance to the implementation of comprehensive facility-based HIV services including PrEP, HTS (including index testing and HIVST), Care and Treatment and linkage to care. They will also provide strategic support to DICs, and health facilities conduct specific mobile and outreach services and services targeting populations (e.g., KPs, men). S/he will work closely with the technical officers
to directly support health facility staff and volunteers at the site and DIC level and contribute to the improvement of access and quality of HIV services including the optimization of HTS, referrals/linkages with HIV/AIDS care and treatment, other services (including lab) and the implementation of QI approaches. S/he will provide mentorship and support to health facility staff and volunteers at health facilities and DICs in the provision of HIV prevention (including PrEP) optimized HTS (including HIVST and index testing), adherence counseling, TB screening and prevention, laboratory services, other health screening and referrals and QI/QA activities.
The position will work with Technical Officers and Advisors to identify capacity and skills gaps and implement targeted on-the-job trainings and mentorship for the provision of comprehensive and high-quality HIV, and KP-friendly services. S/he will, in collaboration with the health facility and DIC staff, provide oversight and mentorship to the project Technical Officers alongside the volunteers at the health facility and DIC that are supporting demand creation for services, linkages to care, partner tracing, loss to follow up and peer support. S/he will also collaborate with other organizations and the communities to support HIV services across the continuum of care.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Supports Technical Officers and health facility and drop-in center staff in the coordination, supervision and provision of optimized HTS (HIVST and index testing), HIV prevention (including PrEP), linkages to/and care and treatment support, TB and other health services at health facilities.
Mentors and trains Technical Officers, health facility staff and volunteers on comprehensive and quality HIV services across the continuum of care and the clinical management of people living with HIV, integrated TB screening and prevention, and counseling provided at health facilities and outreach sites
Ensures all clinical procedures at health facilities and outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols developed by the NACP and meet PEPFAR minimum requirements.
Provides ongoing coaching, mentoring, and hands-on supervision to technical officers, health facility staff, and volunteers
Develops patient flow, and protocols and supports site-level standard operating procedures for comprehensive HIV services
Ensures linkages of newly diagnosed clients to care, in collaboration with health facility staff and volunteers, • Supports health facility and drop-in center staff to conduct weekly data review meetings and determines pivots or adjustments to implementation, in collaboration with the SI officers and SI assistants,
Provide logistic support and oversight of laboratory sample transport and commodities and supplies for HIV services • Provides technical assistance and participates in supportive supervision of clinical staff to ensure quality health care delivery; supports the DHMTs to do the same in select sites
Trains counselors and volunteers in HIV, HIVST, PrEP, community, and adherence counseling, patient advocacy, case management, and partner tracing
Contributes to monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with progress as per donor requirements. • Participates in various learning activities
Performs other tasks as required by the project
Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences:
Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, care and treatment
Experience in KP-focused clinical services is a plus
Excellent written, presentation, communication, and organizational skills in English
Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring
Ability to liaise with DHMTs and representatives of stakeholders
Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Sierra Leone’s healthcare system, particularly the public health system, experience living and working in Sierra Leone preferred
Ability to travel nationally up to 50% of the time.
Required Qualifications:
Medical Doctor, Pharmacist, Clinical Officer, or holder of a nursing degree
Holder of an advanced degree in Public Health or epidemiology will be an added advantage
• At least 5 years of demonstrated experience working in HIV prevention and treatment
Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to: SLRecruitment@jhpiego.org
Deadline for the submission of applications: 29th August, 2024. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
2.) Finance Manager
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155 countries, Jhpiego has worked to prevent the needless deaths of women and their families.
Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria, and IPC/WASH.
We are currently looking for suitable individuals to fill the following positions:
Position: Finance Manager (1 position)
Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations
Supervises: Senior Finance Officer
Job Location: Freetown
Job Overview:
The Finance Manager (FM) reports to the Director of Finance and Operations and will be responsible for providing the financial management for Jhpiego projects as assigned and managed. The FM will oversee all local financial and contractual aspects of Jhpiego projects in Sierra Leone and work closely with project staff to ensure accurate financial and contractual reporting of the project. The FM will ensure that the financial reports are compatible with standard accounting practices and follow Jhpiego and USAID rules and regulations. The FM will be responsible for ensuring cost consciousness, efficient spending and for implementing and maintaining an on-site financial accounting and book-keeping system required to assure the integrity and effective performance of project financial operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Financial and Managerial responsibilities:
Financial planning, budgeting, and reporting for Jhpiego active projects in Sierra Leone. • Provide guidance to the program teams regarding the financial requirements of the projects and office operations.
Maintains and administers project financial accounting system.
Implements and oversees a detailed financial reporting and reimbursement process in accordance with Jhpiego’s established financial system.
Review and approve the monthly financial report by using adapted finance software (QuickBooks) and ensures accuracy and timely submission to HQ.
Uses various software applications such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphic packages to assemble, analyze, and format data and/or reports • Ensures financial management systems provide accurate, current, and complete disclosure of financial transactions
Closely monitors cash flow and assures budgets are followed so spending is on track • Implements and guide staff on policies and procedures and leads training, as needed • Reviews disbursements and payroll for authenticity and accuracy
Oversees the financial reporting process to donors
Budget Management
Prepare accurate budgets, track expenses, and ensure that required financial controls and cost-performance monitoring mechanisms are in place and adhered to: prevent over or under-expenditure of budgets, ensure proper safeguards of funds, and ensure compliance with established USG and Jhpiego’s global financial, and accounting and administrative procedures.
Leads the development, monitoring, and review of project budgets
Reviews monthly financial analysis and budget vs expense reports to determine the reasonableness of variances and take appropriate actions, as required
Ensures reasonableness of financial projections
Makes in-country budget adjustments and other cost improvement measures, as required. • Cash and Bank Management
Ensure sufficient funds are available at all times to meet project needs • Review monthly bank reconciliations to ensure the balance sheet reconciles to organizational financial records
Serves as Jhpiego’s liaison with banking officials
Auditing
Ensure financial records are properly maintained and readily available during audits • Ensure that in-country legal and statutory requirements (i.e. registration, VAT/Tax reporting, filing tax returns, business licenses etc.) are fully complied
Lead to facilitate the work of external audits
Lead to draft responses to audit findings and follow-up on the implementation of audit recommendations
Accounting
Reviews, reconciles and monitors all project accounts, including major program operating accounts and petty cash operations involving cash advances.
Determines updated monthly project accruals and projections to support forecasting accuracy and program completion, as required.
Ensures sound accounting records.
Regularly reviews accounting transactions to ensure costs are allowable and reasonable.
Regularly reviews QBE: a review of the balance sheet, aging analysis, detailed GL, expenditure by ION, and advance balance.
Review monthly QBE replenishment requests.
Ensure proper project and financial reporting, spending, and compliance with project terms and conditions.
Ensure that USAID and other donors’ resources are appropriately directed to program priorities and align with program work plans.
Provides financial oversight to finance officers.
Ensures compliance by all assigned staff to the JHU and Jhpiego timekeeping requirements, as well as the staff’s timely approval of timesheets.
Performs other project-related activities as assigned by the supervisor or by Jhpiego management.
Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or its recognized equivalent
MBA in Accounting or professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, or recognized equivalent) is required.
Minimum of 5-8 years relevant experience in finance or accounting.
Proven experience in Administration
Knowledge of institutional donors (PEPFAR, USAID/CDC, DFID etc.) regulations, procedures, and requirements a plus.
Ability to meet international reporting deadlines
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Detailed orientated and experienced in working with multi-currencies
Good supervision skills and work scheduling to ensure smooth month-end reporting
Note: All staff members of Jhpiego, regardless of the level of their responsibilities are expected to:
Model the mission and values stated above.
Contribute to the knowledge-sharing and transfer process.
Make responsible decisions that result in time and cost containment and clear accountability.
Participate in multiple teams, adopt team spirit, take responsibility for action items assigned, and provide feedback as needed.
Multitask, be able to manage competing priorities, and be able to prioritize to meet program and/or organizational objectives.
Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to: SL-Recruitment@jhpiego.org Clearly state in the subject area the position you are applying for, if not clearly stated your application will not be considered.
Deadline for the submission of applications: August 29, 2024.
Please note that due to the sheer volume of applications often received, only shortlisted candidates will receive responses.
Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Location: Anywhere (Might Involve Travels to Sierra Leone)
Closing Date: August 29, 2024
Purpose of Consultancy
To integrate the Sierra Leone supply chain data on the m-supply and national DHIS platform with the national ewallboard (dashboard) app for real-time health data synchronization and visualisation.
Background
In May 2023 the honorable minister of health for the government of Sierra Leone launched the national e-wallboard for data visualization. This is a data visualization system that was built by JHPIEGO in collaboration with the Ministry of health DPPI to display national program data from different sources including the national DHIS platform. JHPIEGO in collaboration with MoH NMSA plan to integrate the Sierra Leone national supply chain data on the m-supply and national DHIS with the national ewallboard (dashboard) application for real-time health data synchronization and visualization.
We are looking for an experienced and talented individual to consult as a Senior Software Engineer for the organization. The candidate will be responsible for providing substantial assistance in the design, development and installation of this module on the national interactive ewallboard platform. The system will be used in contexts to monitor auto-analyzed data in real-time across the country.
Deliverables of Consultancy
Deliverables 1: Perform platform requirements gathering including dataset, indicators and other functional requirements for the distribution and supply chain data elements and dimensions of data analysis. A software requirement specification document will be delivered at this stage.
Deliverables 2: Design the system architecture, data models, UI/UX wireframing and other technical schematics. A Prototype module is delivered at this stage.
Deliverables 3: Development of the smart analytics platform that consists of the data model, robo-analytic engine and web interface for visualizing supply chain data with trends including quarterly, annual comparative analysis
Deliverables 4: Set up cloud server that will host the application and optimize its real time access and uptime.
Deliverables 5: Thorough system testing (unit test, function test, integration and user acceptance test); deployment of the supply chain module and the newly configured dashboard.
Deliverables 6: Loading of historical data to the deployed platform with automatic data synchronization of historic data for backlog trend analysis.
Deliverables 7: Documentation of the analytical dashboard: User guides and manual, System documentation etc.
Deliverables 8: Conduct general orientation/training of stakeholders at all levels within the project and MoH DPPI staff on newly configured supply chain dashboard module including interactive functionality.
Deliverable 9: Handover all system documentations, program codes, resources and reports to the organization at the end of the consultancy.
Development Stack:
Angular frontend framework with Typescript
Java Spring (boot) with Maven using Apache Tomcat
Clustering with multiple Apache CouchDB NoSQL nodes
NRT Indexing with Apache Solr 8+ using Zookeeper
MS SQL Server
Visualization development using D3, AM library
DevOps using Webpack, Docker containers, and Kubernetes
Session caching using Redis
UI/UX with Figma
Interactive Display Tizen OS
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications:
Essential:
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Desirable:
Qualification in computer language/s with training in one or more of the following: Java development stack, SQL, NOSQL, PowerBI etc.
Experience
5-8 years’ experience in Software development, especially robust data analytical systems and software development life cycle monitoring process.
4 years’ experience as Frontend Designer to produce functional page designs and hand-coded pages.
Professional experience in the following areas: relational databases languages (ex. SQL), JavaFX software development platform, Java Core backend development and Rreact frontend development.
Experience in UX/UI design.
Relevant experience working for large multinational company or International Organizations in complex business and/or IT programmed or projects.
Strong experience with application analysis, design, code, unit test.
Hands on experience with Object Oriented Programming and strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms and programming languages.
Proven experience of working with full stack web development, architecting complex applications from the ground up.
Skills/Knowledge:
Ability to design clean, modern, responsive web applications with thoughtful content architecture and navigation.
Business analyst skill and software/web development life cycle knowledge.
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with expertise in Photoshop/Illustrator & XD for creating web design mock-ups and compressing images for web browsers.
Thorough understanding of HTML5 and CSS3, and ability to hand-code semantic frontend web pages to current web standards.
Ability to create appealing web page layouts and produce semantic HTML/CSS/JavaScript code necessary to bring those designs to life with cross-browser compatible web pages.
Ability to design within the organization brand guidelines.
Understanding of JavaScript/jQuery principles and implementation.
Advanced knowledge and direct JavaScript development skills.
Ability to create organized and intuitive file and directory structuring and file naming, and ability to adhere
4.) Senior Software Engineer (Digital Data Collection and Transmission System)
SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER- CONSULTANT
Contractual Arrangement: External Consultant
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 44 days
Location: Anywhere (Might Involve Travels to Sierra Leone)
Closing Date: August 29, 2024
Purpose of Consultancy
To design, develop and install a robust Digital Data Collection and Transmission System (DDCTS) for client level data collection, management and transmission.
Background
We are looking for an experienced and talented individual to consult as a Senior Software Engineer for the organization. The candidate will be responsible for providing substantial support in the design, development and installation of the digital data collection and transmission system. The system will be used in contexts to track and manage client level data.
Deliverables of Consultancy
Health Facility Registry: Centralized database to maintain information about healthcare facilities, including contact details, services offered, and staff information.
Patient Registry: A module to manage patient records including demographic details, medical history, treatment plans, and visit schedules.
Digitized Data Tools: Tools to facilitate data entry, storage, and retrieval for various hospital processes such as admissions, diagnoses, treatments, and discharge summaries.
Innovative Patient Identification: Secure patient identification system using contactless cards and biometric fingerprint scanning for accurate patient identification and record retrieval.
Commodity Registry: Inventory management module to track medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and other commodities within the healthcare facility.
Real-time Patient Visit Capture: Real-time recording of patient visits, including check-in/check-out times, consultations, treatments, and procedures performed.
Clinical Schedules: Automated scheduling system for clinical appointments, tests, procedures, and follow-up visits, improving efficiency and reducing wait times.
Defaulter Tracking and Reminders: System-generated alerts and reminders for patients who miss appointments or medication refills, improving patient adherence to treatment plans.
Automated Data Synchronization: Seamless integration with multiple reporting platforms to automatically synchronize data, reducing errors and minimizing manual data entry.
E-Wallboard Synchronization: The DDCTS data will be synchronized on the existing national e-wallboard platform to offer stakeholders with detailed information about client-based data.
Qualifications
Educational Qualifications:
Essential:
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
Desirable:
Qualification in computer language/s with training in one or more of the following: Java development stack, SQL, NOSQL,
Experience
5-8 years’ experience in Software development, especially robust data analytical systems and software development life cycle monitoring process.
4 years’ experience as Frontend Designer to produce functional page designs and hand-coded pages.
Professional experience in the following areas: relational databases languages (ex. SQL), JavaFX software development platform, Java Core backend development and Rreact frontend development.
Experience in UX/UI design.
Relevant experience working for large multinational company or International Organizations in complex business and/or IT programmed or projects.
Strong experience with application analysis, design, code, unit test.
Hands on experience with Object Oriented Programming and strong computer science fundamentals: data structures, algorithms and programming languages.
Proven experience of working with full stack web development, architecting complex applications from the ground up.
Skills/Knowledge:
Ability to design clean, modern, responsive web applications with thoughtful content architecture and navigation.
Business analyst skill and software/web development life cycle knowledge.
Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, with expertise in Photoshop/Illustrator & XD for creating web design mock-ups and compressing images for web browsers.
Thorough understanding of HTML5 and CSS3, and ability to hand-code semantic frontend web pages to current web standards.
Ability to create appealing web page layouts and produce semantic HTML/CSS/JavaScript code necessary to bring those designs to life with cross-browser compatible web pages.
Ability to design within the organization brand guidelines.
Understanding of JavaScript/jQuery principles and implementation.
Advanced knowledge and direct JavaScript development skills.
Ability to create organized and intuitive file and directory structuring and file naming, and ability to adhere
Proven evidence of similar work done by the candidate/consultant is a mandatory requirement.
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 mobilisation, advocacy, capacity building and provision of services for long term development. It thematic areas are Child Rights, Mental Health, Alcohol, Drugs and Development , Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment ,Livelihood and Good Governance.
Job title: Advocacy & Communication Officer (ACO)
Report to: Executive Director (ED)
Location: Main office, Freetown with visit to the field offices
Start date: November 2024
Salary: Competitive salary
Position summary
The Advocacy and Communications Officer (ACO) has the responsibility of planning, implementing, monitoring and reporting on FoRUT’s advocacy and communications activities.
The ACO is part of the programme team charged with the implementation of the 2024-2028 programme of work. S/he will implement will be responsible for our on Alcohol Drugs and Development project, and will work with Managers on key advocacy activities on Mental Health. Child Rights, Gender Equality and Livelihoods.
Key Responsibilities:
Research on and submit discussion papers, briefing notes and submission for advocacy and policy engagements with diverse stakeholders on all Programme/Project and Institutional thematic areas
Develop and coordinate the delivery of both community and national advocacy events for FoRUT and partners
Lead in the implementation of FoRUT’s communications and advocacy strategies at local and national levels
Ensure that communication and advocacy strategies contribute to the policy and legislative change objectives of FoRUT
Regularly update FoRUT’s social media platforms including its website
Organize periodic engagements with MDAs, Parliament and CSOs for the formulation/review of policies and legislations on all Programmes
Collate information for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes that would contribute to the achievement of advocacy and policy outcomes of FoRUT
Coordinate District Chapters of Sierra Leone Alcohol Policy Alliance , People Power Movement Sierra Leone, CSO Platform on Drug Abuseas per the Alliances’ mission and mandate
Liaise with national and regional alliances including the West African Alcohol Policy Alliance (WAAPA) in reducing harm from alcohol and drug use
Liaise with MDAs in promoting rights and accountability as enshrined on FoRUT’s strategic objectives
Update SLAPA and PPM SL social media platforms including its website on a regular basis
Any other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director and Head of Programme of FoRUT as and when required
Education :
A University degree, preferably in social sciences, social work, social services, community development or related subjects. 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;
Knowledge of alcohol and drug abuse, child rights, gender, good governance and livelihood issues in Sierra Leone;
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.
Proactive & entrepreneurial mind-set to develop innovative approaches for beneficiaries;
Understanding of community mobilization and empowerment principles and approaches.
Proven ability to coordinate across sectors and/or work in alliance/networks
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure;
Proven experience in integrated programme management.
Apply:
Interested candidates should submit an application letter and CV to info@forut.sl or submit by hand at our FoRUT Head Office at 24E Main Motor Road, Congo Cross, Freetown, or at our district offices in PortLoko, No 1 faith Lane off Conteh drive and 2 Bo road in Moyamba…………………with Advocacy & Communication Officer, in the subject line
Deadline for the receipt of applications is the 23rd August, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
FoRUT is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
For more information, call: 078 544125.
2.) Finance Manager
Title: Finance Manager
Department: Finance
Report to Executive Director
Job summary
The Finance Manager supervises all day-to-day financial transactions to ensure an effective and efficient budgetary and financial control of the organization. S/he oversees all financial management, internal controls and financial compliance aspects of the organization. S/he provides financial and operational management to ensure the best use of resources by preparing sound budgets, monitoring project and organizational expenses, and providing accurate and timely financial reports. S/he ensures that proper financial systems for disbursement and reporting are in place. S/he ensures to keep and maintain clear and systematic records, statements and accounts of all project activities so that returns, reports and management information are made readily available as and when required.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee accounting processes, policies, and service delivery.
Review and analyze project financial reports, including cost allocation of shared costs, to verify financial transactions.
Carry out accurate bookkeeping, including bank reconciliation and monthly postings, prepare regular financial statements and preparation of monthly management accounts i.e. preparation / posting of monthly journal entries & monthly balance reconciliations, prepare all payment vouchers and submit to the Executive Director.
Ensure to carry out Budget Variance Analysis (BVA)
Manage month-end closing processes for accounts payables, accounts receivables, and general ledger in the accounting system.
Ensure the proper completion of the month end schedules files and month end report on time.
Prepare monthly forecasting and the preparation of monthly funding requests
Monitor all bank accounts daily to ensure that accurate amount have been debited and credited and alert Executive Director when fee account reaches threshold for transfer.
Advise management on all financial issues
Prepare annual and midyear accounts for audit purposes and reporting to donor partners
Supervise all day-to-day financial transactions of the organization
Implement an effective and efficient budgetary and financial control on all organizational expenditures
Process disbursements within proper financial systems and time
Supervise the work of the Admin Officer in financial works carried out by her
Minimum requirements/Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting with a minimum of 5 years working experience in the field of accounting
Abilities required.
Ability to analyze financial data, interpret trends, and provide insights to support strategic decision-making. This includes understanding financial statements, ratios, and performance metrics.
proficiency in developing and managing budgets, as well as forecasting financial outcomes based on analysis and business trends.
Ability to work under pressure and willingness to spend a considerable portion of the working time in the office
Skills required/Person’s specification
An ability to analyze financial reports critically
Be able to produce financial reports accurately and timely for stakeholders, management, board of directors and regulatory authorities
Being meticulous in financial record-keeping.
Adhering to ethical principles in financial decision -marking and reporting.
Assessing and mitigating financial risks
Keeping up with changes in financial regulations, market trends and new financial productions.
Apply.
Interested candidates should submit an application letter and CV to info@forut.sl or submit by hand at our FoRUT Head Office at 24E Main Motor Road, Congo Cross, Freetown with Finance Manager in the subject line. Deadline for the receipt of application is the 23rd August 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
FoRUT is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply. FoRUT is a non-political organization.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Coordinates/Liaisons with: All Employees, and Departments
Primary Responsibilities The Accountant shall provide financial management support to the Finance Manager, through ensuring that financial controls within the organization are adhered to and proper management of cash flow.
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
Prepare the monthly cash request submitted to head office for review by Finance Manager / Country Director.
Prepare a weekly cash flow statement advising the Country Director and Finance Manager on the cash position of the organization.
Review all financial commitments and payments requests to ensure that budget allocation is available for the requests, the documentation is complete and with required approvals .
Prepare UNFPA quarterly financial report for review by Finance Manager and Country Director.
Prepare a quarterly report on all restricted funds showing transactions and balances providing advise for transfers needed between restricted and unrestricted funds.
Perform monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.
Support the finance manager in preparing the monthly management accounts and annual financial reports.
Perform physical verification of Assets at least once per year to ensure that all assets are accurately recorded.
Institute necessary internal control measures to prevent fraud and errors which are likely to undermine public confidence in AWC.
Liaise with heads of department to prepare accurate and realistic annual budget proposals and forecasts.
Perform any other duties as requested by supervisor / management..
Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor Degree in accounting or any other related courses.
A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in a financial and/or accounting capacity.
Experience in use of financial accounting software (Quick books, Sage….etc)
Intermediate use of Microsoft office products (excel, word, outlook, power-point). Personal Attributes:
Ability to establish goals, structures and processes necessary to implement the organization’s mission and strategic vision.
Ability to use an analytical approach to resolve issues in the area of responsibility.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
Strong organizational skills.
Analytical and conceptual skills to plan project budgets, timetable agreed activities and oversee staff activities.
Advanced computer skills, including familiarity with Financial Software packages, Microsoft Word and Excel.
Advanced and well-developed inter-personal skills.
Good team player, flexible and capable of working with a multinational country team.
A practical, pragmatic person able to exercise initiative and sound judgement, who will work at every level to get the job done
A solution orientated person.
Attention to detail particularly relating to figures and facts.
Experience of developing, monitoring and reporting against agreed program plans.
Excellent verbal and written fluency in English and Krio.
Professional, Enthusiastic, self-motivated and flexible.
Ability to work and perform well in a sometimes demanding and stressful environment – following set procedures and adhering to policies and procedures.
Acknowledgement:
I hereby confirm that I have read, understood and accept the above duties allocated to me and the set performance standards, and hereby agree to perform my duties diligently and with professionalism.
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Digital Finance Specialist (DFS) 2.) Radio Operator
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Digital Finance Specialist (DFS)
Job Identification : 19909
Locations : Freetown, Sierra Leone
Posting Date : 08/07/2024, 10:50 AM
Apply Before : 08/22/2024, 03:59 AM
Job Schedule : Full time
Agency : UNCDF
Grade : IPSA-10
Vacancy Type : International Personnel Service Agreement
Practice Area : Management
Contract Duration : 1 Year with Possibility for extension
Education & Work Experience : Master’s Degree – 5 year(s) experience OR Bachelor’s Degree – 7 year(s) experience
Required Languages : Excellent speaking and writing skills in English is Required
Desired Languages : Working knowledge of another UN language is desired.
Vacancy Timeline
2 Weeks
Job Description
Background
The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) makes public and private finance work for the poor in the world’s 46 least developed countries. With its capital mandate and instruments, UNCDF offers “last mile” finance models that unlock public and private resources, especially at the domestic level, to reduce poverty and support local economic development.
UNCDF’s financing models work through three channels: inclusive digital economies, connecting individuals, households, and small businesses with financial eco-systems that catalyze participation in the local economy and provide tools to climb out of poverty and manage financial lives; local development finance, that capacitates localities through fiscal decentralization, innovative municipal finance, and structured project finance to drive local economic expansion and sustainable development; and investment finance, that provides catalytic financial structuring, de-risking, and capital deployment to drive SDG impact and domestic resource mobilization.
By strengthening how finance works for poor people at the household, small enterprise, and local infrastructure levels, UNCDF contributes to Sustainable Development Goal SDG 1 on eradicating poverty and SDG 17 on the means of implementation. In addition, by identifying those market segments where innovative financing models can have a transformational impact in helping to reach the last mile and address exclusion and inequalities of access, UNCDF contributes to a broad diversity of SDGs.
UNCDF _ Sierra Leone
UNCDF is in the process of implementing the Salon Access to Finance (SATF) programme in Sierra Leone, funded by the EU, with the overall objective of contributing to sustainable and inclusive economic development and job creation in the agricultural sector. As part of the EU-funded Jobs and Growth programme, “Salone Access to Finance” will promote financial inclusion, access to finance and risk management for agri-businesses. The component will specifically contribute to two specific objectives: 1) Improved investment climate and business environment and 2) Agro MSMEs show improved performance and expansion.
The UNCDF _ SATF programme is designed around four pillars: 1. Investment
2. Insurance
3. Digital; and
4. Business environment
These will be complemented by a set of research and knowledge-sharing activities that will cut across the different workstreams. The four mutually reinforcing pillars aim at enhancing access to financial services and diversifying risks across agricultural value chains. The program aims at boosting food and nutrition security, jobs, and wealth creation. The program will target specifically youth, women, and people with disabilities. The innovative design approach combines technical and financial assistance for MSMEs in the form of grants from UNCDF and loans obtained from local financial institutions, together with technical assistance provided to financial services providers . This approach comes with the development of a digital platform to facilitate the delivery of services, reporting and credit scoring of MSMEs active in the agricultural sector.
Institutional Context
To lead its technical inputs in Digital and Insurance pillars, under the direct supervision of the UNCDF Country Lead and Programme Manager, the Digital Finance Specialist will be responsible for working closely with UNCDF partners at the national level to achieve the project results by providing regular technical assistance and facilitating partnerships within the eco-system linked to – policy and regulations, insurance, financial innovation and consumer empowerment. S/he will be responsible for managing the two pillars of the program, including setup, monitoring, reporting and evaluation.
Scope of Work
The Digital Finance Specialist will provide technical expertise and strategic guidance in the design, implementation, and monitoring of digital finance initiatives while ensuring they are aligned with the broader programmatic objectives geared towards financial inclusion.
The Digital Finance Specialist will be responsible for:
Lead in informing Interventions that enable and expand financial Inclusion.
Lead the conduct of market research to inform financial inclusion interventions for the programme, including understanding the supply and demand side for digital and insurance innovations for key segments (smallholder farmers, women, youth and persons living with disability).
Conduct technical analysis of UNCDF’s annual provider survey (APS).
Advise and support the implementation of the Inclusive digital economy scorecard (IDES) to position it as a national tool to measure digital development in the country.
Provide technical support to the working groups under the implementation of the National Financial Inclusion Strategy.
Writing publications (blogs, white papers, reports) on financial inclusion, DFS solutions, insurance in Sierra Leone and the findings of the research.
Provide technical expertise to programme interventions related to digital and insurance innovation.
Design innovative digital and insurance projects and request proposals (RFPs) to select institutional partners to provide innovative solutions that unlock current market constraints.
Provide project spot checks for selected partners, design project documents, appraisal documents, and workbooks.
Design and develop the go-to-market plan, strategies and implementation plan with partner institutions.
Design training materials and facilitate workshops on the progress made with projects and lessons learnt.
Facilitate the exchange of insight, experiences and technical expertise through workshops, peer-to-peer exchanges and meetings.
Provide technical support and advisory services to the government, the central bank, and other regulatory bodies to create a more enabling policy environment for the digitisation of the economy in the context of the Salon Access to Finance programme.
Facilitate in building effective and efficient partnerships at the operational level with major donors and sister UN agencies to work together in the field of financial inclusion, innovation, and insurance.
Effectively utilise the insights obtained from project implementation, research, and stakeholder interactions to develop knowledge products and conduct knowledge-sharing and learning events.
Facilitating the exchange of insights, experiences and technical expertise through hosted workshops, peer-to-peer exchanges, conferences, working groups and meetings within the country.
Ensure monitoring of financial products and end-of-year evaluation with Financial Service Providers (FSPs)
Support the implementation of the annual work plan, ensuring that activities are implemented on time and within budget.
Identification and selection of Responsible parties, preparation of investment dossiers to IDIC, formalization of agreements.
Monitoring of FSPs, due diligence of FSPs, quarterly monitoring of progress made.
Guide in report drafting, including annual quality assurance report and annual report.
Provision of Technical support on resource mobilization
Support the development of Prodocs, concept notes, etc.
Engage with potential donors and partners, including other UN agencies.
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Institutional Arrangement
The Specialist will work and report to the Country Lead and Programme Manager, working with the Jobs and Growth Programme team in Sierra Leone.
Competencies
Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 3: Set and align challenging, achievable objectives for multiple projects, have lasting impact.
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 3: Proactively mitigate potential risks, and develop new ideas to solve complex problems.
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 3: Create and act on opportunities to expand horizons, diversify experiences
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 3: Proactively initiate and champion change, manage multiple competing demands.
Act with Determination: LEVEL 3: Think beyond immediate tasks/barriers and take action to achieve greater results.
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 3: Political savvy, navigating complex landscape, championing inter-agency collaboration.
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 3: Appreciate benefits of a diverse workforce and champion inclusivity.
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Thematic Area Name Definition
Business Direction and Strategy – System thinking
Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.
Business Development – Knowledge generation
Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need.
Business Management – Project management
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Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals.
Business Management – Communication
Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience
Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
Business Management – Monitoring
Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities and programme performance and results.
Digital & Innovation – Digital ecosystems
Knowledge of how they work, understanding of the opportunities and challenges for governments and society.
Partnership Management – Relationship management
Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum education requirements
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Law, Economics, Social Sciences, International Development, Public Policy, Finance, or related discipline, or
First level university degree (Bachelors’ degree) in the above areas with two additional years of relevant work experience will be given due consideration in lieu of advanced university degree.
Minimum years of relevant Work experience
A minimum of Five (5) years (with a master’s degree) or Seven (7) years (with a bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in financial services and/or international development is required.
Experience in project and program management, including developing work plans, supervising activities, and adapting to changing needs is required.
Track record of closing and supervising transactions, including in developing markets, typically as a banker or developer, and ideally with both loan and equity experience is required.
Experience with the UN and/ or international organization, Familiarity with its mandate and work, 2023 agenda and SDGs is required.
Demonstrated project management experience, including multi-tasking to lead and execute multiple time-sensitive projects in parallel is required.
Required skills
Demonstrate the ability to design, organise and plan the activities necessary to produce results, a proactive approach to achieving key results is required.
Experience and Functional understanding of payment systems, insurance, banking and other retail financial services is required.
Demonstrated ability to engage and build consensus among actors is required.
Desired additional skills and experiences
Experience engaging a diverse set of public and private sector stakeholders, regulators, government departments, and industry associations would be preferable.
Experience in implementing DFS initiatives in UNCDF focus countries/emerging economies would be an asset.
Familiarity with human-centred design and intersectional gender analysis is desired.
Functional understanding of payment systems, insurance, banking and other retail financial services is an asset.
Prior experience in West Africa is preferred.
Required Language(s) (at working level)
Excellent speaking and writing skills in English is Required.
Working knowledge of another UN language is desired.
The following documents shall be required from the applicants:
a) Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.
b) A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.
2.) Radio Operator
Job Identification : 19886
Locations : Freetown, Sierra Leone
Posting Date : 08/06/2024, 12:26 PM
Apply Before : 08/21/2024, 03:59 AM
Job Schedule : Full time
Agency : UNDP
Vacancy Type : Service Contract Holders
Practice Area : Disaster Risk Reduction and Recovery
Bureau : Regional Bureau for Africa
Contract Duration : 1 Year
Education & Work Experience : High School certificate – 4 year(s) experience
Required Languages : English Language
Desired Languages : Krio
Vacancy Timeline
2 Weeks
Job Description
Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values andinspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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Under the overall guidance of the Security Adviser, the Communications duty operator performs under the DSA as the on-duty security personnel ensuring implementation of security operations through communications and staff tracking relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the country.
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain permanent radio and telephone communication with all Security Base Stations, all Security Officers, all UN Agencies, INGOs, and other Organizations within the country as applicable.
Ensure that all communications equipment is clean and in good working condition.
Record, process, and forward all received information to the appropriate persons through approved channels.
Notify immediately the respective authority/person in charge of response or rescue operations about emergency calls or calls for help/assistance.
Obtain accurate information for further action about all reported incidents, accidents, and other relevant occurrences (who? what? when? where? why? etc.) and record such information in a continuous log sheet.
Process incoming and outgoing mail and ensure registration and filing by the filing system.
Prepare and maintain working maps to display locations, routes, and boundaries of security interest.
Verify that remote alarm and public announcement systems are functioning.
Ensure radio discipline on all monitored channels; advise all radio users on the issue as appropriate. eUqCKOx C0zkIc
Conduct a proper handover/takeover of shift duties including a thorough brief about all occurrences and pending cases with further actions to be taken.
Any other duties as assigned by my Supervisor/Superiors
Competencies
Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions to enhance organizational effectiveness;
Ability to undertake self-directed tasks when necessary
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with a wide range of people within UNDP, Government, donors and UN Agencies
Excellent time management skills;
Attention to detail; the capacity to prioritize by assessing situations to determine urgency;
Ability to develop a work schedule, set goals, create / implement actions plans and monitor progress towards goals; and ability to make clear, timely decisions
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
High school leaving Certificate
Experience:
Minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience at national levels in security-related field, experience in radio communications, fire management capability, and capable of writing comprehensive security incident, fire, and communication reports
Basic knowledge in workplace fire fighting is a desirable
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Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)
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UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
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Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
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UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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MORE EVIDENCE, LESS POVERTY Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) Sierra Leone is seeking a highly motivated, qualified, and experienced Finance & Operations Assistant to join our team. The Finance & Operations Assistant will play a critical role in supporting the office’s financial, operations, procurement, and human resource functions. They will work closely with country office management, finance, and operations teams in Freetown. The specific responsibilities of the position are as follows:
Scan financial documents (payment request and supporting documentation), saving them on Box
Ensure proper filing of all financial-related documents been labeled by projects for easy reference
Process and support the payment of income taxes and social security for local and international staff monthly, obtaining and filing payment receipt
Ensure regular availability of electricity, water, stationery, and supplies within the office
Support the processing of immigration registration documents for international staff and the office, including airport visas, resident permits, re-entry visas, work permits, business registration renewal, NGO re-accreditation, and other renewals
Conduct quality and stock checks of IT devices and other inventory items on a weekly basis, ensuring that the inventory management tools are up-to-date and accurate
Support the sign-in and out of materials to staff, ensuring proper documentation of the
Undertake general maintenance and hygiene of office on a daily basis ensuring that the office is clean.
Solicit quotations for goods and services needed by office and project staff according to the Global Procurement Manual.
Support petty-cash transactions as relevant
Perform project specific-task or roles in consultation with the Country Director, Finance Officer, and the Operations Coordinator.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
High School Diploma or Equivalent: A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required. A bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, accounting, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience in an administrative or operational support role. Experience in finance, procurement, or office management is highly desirable.
Skills and Competencies:
Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately scan, save, and file financial documents, ensuring all labels are correct for easy reference. Documents are without typos or miscalculations, and digital file structure follows office standards.
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Basic Financial Knowledge: Understanding of basic financial processes, including processing payments for income taxes and social security, and obtaining and filing payment receipts.
Technical Proficiency: Strong (more than basic) skills in using office software such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and file management systems like Box. Familiarity with inventory management tools.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to support international staff with immigration registration documents and to solicit quotations for goods and services.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with the Country Director, Operations Coordinator, Finance Officer, and other staff members.
Problem-Solving Skills: Capability to address and resolve issues related to office utilities, supplies, and general maintenance.
Time Management: Efficient time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
About IPA
Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a research and policy nonprofit that discovers and promotes effective solutions to global poverty problems. IPA brings together researchers and decision-makers to design, rigorously evaluate, and refine these solutions and their applications, ensuring that the evidence created is used to improve the lives of the world’s poor. In recent decades, trillions of dollars have been spent on programs designed to reduce global poverty, but clear evidence of which programs succeed is rare, and when evidence does exist, decision-makers often do not know about it. IPA exists to bring together leading researchers and these decision-makers to ensure that the evidence we create leads to a tangible impact on the world. Since its founding in 2002, IPA has worked with over 600 leading academics to conduct over 900 evaluations in 52 countries. This research has informed hundreds of successful programs that now impact millions of individuals worldwide.
IPA’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)
As an organization, IPA is dedicated to improving the lives of the world’s most vulnerable populations through evidence and policy. We also recognize how important it is for our staff to reflect the diversity of the places where we work and the communities we work with. As such, IPA is committed to hiring from a diverse pool of candidates, from a range of backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, and perspectives. We know that this makes our work stronger and more responsive to the challenges faced by those we work with and for and we encourage people from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Click here to learn more about IPA’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (poverty-action.org/about/dei).
How to Apply
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you are interested and qualify with the stated requirements, then please send the following:
Up-to-date CV
Cover letter indicating your interest in this position and highlighting relevant work
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experience
Contact information (email and telephone) of 2 references.
Please email us at info-sierraleone@poverty-action.org. using the subject: IPA Sierra Leone: Finance & Operations Assistant Application – [YOUR NAME].
Deadlines for submission: August 8, 2024
IPA Sierra Leone WILL NOT accept hardcopies, and these applications WILL NOT be considered for the position.
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Population Services International (PSI) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Office Receptionist 2.) Senior Accountant
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Office Receptionist
JOB TITLE: Office Receptionist
REPORTS TO: Human Resources & Administration Manager
Who We Are:
Population Services International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization. We are a diverse group of over 5,000 entrepreneurial development professionals located in over 40 countries committed to making it easier for all people to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire. PSI is using its global presence and 50+ years of experience to help reimagine healthcare. We are working to shape market systems, shift policy and funding, and strengthen global capacity to better support consumer empowered healthcare.
Join us!
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support the Director of Administration and Finance in technical and management leadership, guidance and oversight of the organization’s finances, grants, and contract’s portfolio Management. He/ She will be the custodian of financial and accounting to ensure PSI Sierra Leone is compliant with donors, PSI global finance and compliance standards and that the processes enable PSI Sierra Leone achieves its strategic priorities. In addition, to strong technical knowledge and experience, the Senior Accountant will be a key member within the organization whose leadership style should reflect high Emotional Intelligence (EI) and their ability to support while nurturing talent. The Senior Accountant will be working closely with the Director of Administration, Programme staff and Country Representative for PSI Sierra Leone active Projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage the receipt and internal circulation of mails and information, formally recording when it was received, as well as recording and keeping copies of mail/information that is dispatched by program staff.
Accurate typing of documentation and correspondence.
Work with Office Administration Manager to maintain the stationery requirements in the office.
Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
Ensure all the teams get and maintain their identity cards.
Support the finance team with the collection of financial information/data including checking, verifying and documenting bills, and making sure all forms are correctly completed and approved.
Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled report.
Assist in ad-hoc duties, project and activities as and when required.
Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying and scanning of documents.
Assist the Office Administration with the circulation of information and correspondence.
Received and assist short term and long-term visitor in professional manner, taking clear detailed massages, displaying and distributing program information and making arrangements as and when required.
Efficiently deal with all incoming and outgoing calls, taking and giving clear detailed messages (including making of appointments) where necessary.
Assist with accommodation and travel arrangements of the team and visitors, both locally and internationally.
Keeps a safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing results as needed.
Perform and report on any other work-related duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor, CR, DAF or His/her designate.
What are we looking for?
The candidate we hire will embody PSI’s corporate values:
Collaboration: You can work independently but thrive within a team.
Trust: You trust that your manager and team will have your back and care deeply about gaining that same trust from your teammates
Pragmatism: You dive in and maintain momentum even when things are ambiguous, and you do not let perfect get in the way of good enough.
Honesty: You are not afraid to speak up and speak your mind.
Measurement: You set clear and challenging goals and hold yourself accountable to driving measurable results.
Commitment: You are independent and a free thinker, but you’re ready to buy in to the direction of the team and commit to its success.
Qualification & Other Required Basics:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration
At least five (5) years post qualifications experience in general management, administration and at least three (3) years of experience working with international non-governmental humanitarian organizations
At least three (3) years of experience living or working in a developing country and working experience in challenging environments in Sierra Leone will be an added advantage preferred.
High level of written and verbal communication skills. Written and verbal fluency in English required
Ability to work in a diverse cultural environment with multiple stakeholders (including Ministry of Health authorities (MoH), beneficiaries, implementing partners, program staff, donors)
References will be required
The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check.
What will get us excited (personal and management characteristics)?
Successful candidates will be customer service oriented, exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills; have proven problem solving ability; be able to work efficiently and quickly under pressure; be able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks; and can work with minimal supervision and follow through on assignments. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in national health and development issues, and technology innovation.
Be self-starter, effective team player and demonstrated verifiable result-oriented track record. Act with urgency for continuous improvement and with a bias towards action; promote development of breakthrough solutions; embrace and advocate innovations that improve results; aggressively promotes the need for breakthrough improvements.
Acting with Long Term Perspective: Take actions today to build a strong foundation for future success, identify and take advantage of emerging opportunities, keep PSI Sierra Leone’s long-term goals in mind when addressing short-term issues and problems.
Adaptive and flexible in approaches to work, comfortable with changing approach based on the evidence of what works.
Passionate about learning, documenting, and sharing what does and does not work.
Proven ability to develop routines to manage large workloads and organize work efficiently.
Ability and desire to coach and transfer learning capacity to partners and program staff.
Is that really you? And are you interested?
Please submit your application letter and CV as one document (including three referees) and copies of your certificates to this address: recruitment@psi-sl.org
**The deadline for the submission of all applications is effective on the 29th of July to 4th of August 2024 at 5:30PM.
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.
2.) Senior Accountant
JOB TITLE: Senior Accountant
REPORTS TO: Director of Administration and Finance (DAF)
Who We Are:
Population Services International (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization. We are a diverse group of over 5,000 entrepreneurial development professionals located in over 40 countries committed to making it easier for all people to lead healthier lives and plan the families they desire. PSI is using its global presence and 50+ years of experience to help reimagine healthcare. We are working to shape market systems, shift policy and funding, and strengthen global capacity to better support consumer empowered healthcare.
Join us!
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support the Director of Administration and Finance in technical and management leadership, guidance and oversight of the organization’s finances, grants, and contract’s portfolio Management. He/ She will be the custodian of financial and accounting to ensure PSI Sierra Leone is compliant with donors, PSI global finance and compliance standards and that the processes enable PSI Sierra Leone achieves its strategic priorities. In addition, to strong technical knowledge and experience, the Senior Accountant will be a key member within the organization whose leadership style should reflect high Emotional Intelligence (EI) and their ability to support while nurturing talent. The Senior Accountant will be working closely with the Director of Administration, Programme staff and Country Representative for PSI Sierra Leone active Projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions in QBE ERP System through daily verification of all financial transactions.
Daily oversite on financial operations by ensuring compliance with the standard operating procedures and systems of Internal controls to ensure efficiency of the Finance function.
Every fortnight, assist in forecasting cash needs and ensuring availability of operating funds for PSI Sierra Leone
Reviewing all internal financial transactions according to PSI Sierra Leone signing and approvals authority matrix before payment processing in Finance.
Verifying and Reviewing payment Transactions in QBE ERP system and the online banking platform ensuring that that transactions are both reasonable and allocable to project codes, accounting category codes and accounting units and properly approved and authorized bank accounts.
Ensuring that the trail of the entire procure to pay process is in order and properly documented in accordance with SOPs before bills are captured and payment is affected.
Updating and managing currency exchange rates in QBE to ensure that exchange differences are properly accounted for.
Ensuring that the GST paid registers are updated and that claims for refunds are timely submitted to the National Revenue Authority.
Ensuring internal vendor records are adequately updated on a monthly basis in QBE and reconciled to the vendor statements on quarterly basis.
Reviewing all lists of active items, account codes, customers, vendors, currencies, accounting units and project codes to ensure their integrity in QBE
Following up on the goods and services received but not invoiced account to ensure that donor reports present fairly the performance of the organization on a monthly basis.
Manage performance of Financial Accounting Staff who reporting directly to her/him.
Analyzing and verifying Monthly Financial Reports for submission to PSI Head Office before a second review is done by the DAF
Analyzing and monitoring of department budgets
Reconciling all GL Accounts in QBE and ensuring AP, AR and inventory schedules
Ensure Banks are monitored and reconciled daily.
Monitoring, managing and regularly analyzing finance procedures to ensure adherence to policies and avoid internal control breakdowns.
Review mobile money payments and ensure that reconciliations are done monthly
Ensure compliance with PSI and Donor financial regulations and requirements on daily basis.
Drafting of Management Action Plans (MAPs) in response to Audit report findings and ensuring implementation thereof
Assist in preparation of annual financial statements for PSI Sierra Leonne
Assist with coordination of internal and external audits
Assist in supporting users and overseeing the performance of QBE ERP system
Assist in mentorship and capacity building for Accounting and Finance Staff
What are we looking for?
The candidate we hire will embody PSI’s corporate values:
Collaboration: You can work independently but thrive within a team.
Trust: You trust that your manager and team will have your back and care deeply about gaining that same trust from your teammates
Pragmatism: You dive in and maintain momentum even when things are ambiguous, and you do not let perfect get in the way of good enough.
Honesty: You are not afraid to speak up and speak your mind.
Measurement: You set clear and challenging goals and hold yourself accountable to driving measurable results.
Commitment: You are independent and a free thinker, but you’re ready to buy in to the direction of the team and commit to its success.
Qualification & Other Required Basics:
Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
The Following will be an added Advantage for the role: ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CMA etc.
At least eight (8) years post qualifications experience in general management, financial management and at least five (5) years of experience with donor-funded projects at a middle management level required
Working knowledge of integrated, accrual-basis accounting systems such as QuickBooks Enterprise, Lawson, or another ERP. Advanced computer skills, with strong Office 365 skills preferred
At least five (5) years of experience living or working in a developing country and working experience in challenging environments in Sierra Leone will be an added advantage preferred.
High level of written and verbal communication skills. Written and verbal fluency in English required
Ability to work in a diverse cultural environment with multiple stakeholders (including Ministry of Health authorities (MoH), beneficiaries, implementing partners, program staff, donors)
References will be required
The successful candidate will be required to pass a background check.
What will get us excited (personal and management characteristics)?
Successful candidates will be customer service oriented, exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills; have proven problem solving ability; be able to work efficiently and quickly under pressure; be able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks; and can work with minimal supervision and follow through on assignments. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience in national health and development issues, and technology innovation.
Be self-starter, effective team player and demonstrated verifiable result-oriented track record. Act with urgency for continuous improvement and with a bias towards action; promote development of breakthrough solutions; embrace and advocate innovations that improve results; aggressively promotes the need for breakthrough improvements.
Acting with Long Term Perspective: Take actions today to build a strong foundation for future success, identify and take advantage of emerging opportunities, keep PSI Sierra Leone’s long-term goals in mind when addressing short-term issues and problems.
Adaptive and flexible in approaches to work, comfortable with changing approach based on the evidence of what works.
Passionate about learning, documenting, and sharing what does and does not work.
Proven ability to develop routines to manage large workloads and organize work efficiently.
Ability and desire to coach and transfer learning capacity to partners and program staff.
Is that really you? And are you interested?
Please submit your application letter and CV as one document (including three referees) and copies of your certificates to this address: recruitment@psi-sl.org
**The deadline for the submission of all applications is effective on the 29th of July to 4th of August 2024 at 5:30PM.
PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.
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MORE EVIDENCE, LESS POVERTY Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) Sierra Leone is seeking a highly motivated, qualified, and experienced Finance & Operations Assistant to join our team. The Finance & Operations Assistant will play a critical role in supporting the office’s financial, operations, procurement, and human resource functions. They will work closely with country office management, finance, and operations teams in Freetown. The specific responsibilities of the position are as follows:
Population Services International (PSI) is recruiting to fill the following positions: