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🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Brac Sierra Leone – Multiple Openings

Brac is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone:

1.) Regional Accountant
2.) Agrifinance Credit Officers

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Regional Accountant

Career with BRAC Sierra Leone

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 programmes 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 programme 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 programmes 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) will be announcing an initiative that will create 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 has been further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches will be 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 NGO has implemented 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.

BRAC Sierra Leone NGO is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position in Sierra Leone NGO

Programme:	Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title:	AIM Regional Accountant
Location:	Waterloo
Reporting to:	Head Of Finance
Number of positions:	1

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, manage 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 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 accounting online 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 bases
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 Area 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

Person Specifications:

Computer proficiency on MS office;
Skill in any accounting software
Strong interpersonal/ communication skills;
Proven experience in the double entry accounting system
Well informed in current financial subjects, tax laws, money market and business environment

Safeguarding

Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
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, encourage others to do so.

Educational Requirements:

First Degree in Accounting and Finance, business administration / related field

Experience Requirements:

At least 3 years working experience in MFI, Bank, NGO in financial sector;
Hands on experience with statistical analysis.

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 OR by hand at any of the following offices:

Freetown Country Office: 2 Samuel Bannister Drive, Wilberforce

Waterloo Region Addresses

Waterloo I Branch Office – 8 Leden Streets, Post Office, Waterloo
Waterloo II Branch Office – 73 Main Motor Road Town (Old Morabi Road) Waterloo
Waterloo III Branch Office – 20 Benguima Road,Tombo High Way, Waterloo
Waterloo – Waterloo Post Office – BRAC Application Box

PLEASE MENTION THE NAME OF POSITION IN THE SUBJECT LINE

Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 11th May 2023

Women are strongly encouraged to apply

2.) Agrifinance Credit Officers

Position: AGRIFINANCE CREDIT OFFICERS

Are you a competent, dynamic and self-motivated individual? Apply to fill for the position of Credit Officer – Agrifinance in our growing nationwide network of branches as indicated below. We encourage applications from these locations. In this position, you will be reporting to the Branch Manager.

BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone (SL) Limited (BMSLL) launched in 2008 has grown to become the largest microfinance institution in the country. Our mission is to provide a range of financial services responsibly to people at the bottom of the pyramid. We particularly focus on women living in poverty in rural and hard-to-reach areas, to create self-employment opportunities, build financial resilience, and promote women’s entrepreneurial spirit by empowering them economically.

Our core products include a group-based microloan provided exclusively to women, and small enterprise loans for entrepreneurs seeking to expand their businesses. We also provide loans for jobholders with low to moderate income and agrifinance loan to support smallholder farmers to enable them scale-up their farming activities, leading to increased yields and higher income

In all our endeavors, we adhere to the Universal Standards for Social Performance Management and the Client Protection Principles, placing clients’ well-being at the center of everything we do to achieve our social mission.

JOB PURPOSE: The Agrifinance Credit Officer is responsible to survey for potential clients’, form the groups and admit eligible members. They are also responsible to evaluate, prepare and ensure 100% realization on loan disbursement and submit reports to Supervisor/Management as policy stipulates.

JOB SUMMARY: The Agrifinance Credit Officer with an agricultural background, who possesses the ability to market the product, mobilize, organize, conduct group meetings and be able to ensure timely submission of documents to the appropriate authorities.

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
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, encourage others to do so.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

A Diploma / Bachelor degree in Social Sciences
Training in Agricultural Science or any other related discipline will be an added advantage.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Attached copy of Nation ID Card, Passport or Birth Certificate
Attached copy of Academic Certificate

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

Strong motivation, interpersonal and organization skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
Fluency in written and spoken English
Willingness and ability to travel around and spend time in the field.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time

JOB LOCATIONS:

Makeni Region Addresses

Masuba Branch Office – 42 Masuba Road, Makeni
OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 42 Tecko Road, Makeni
Magburaka Branch Office – 2 Jawara Drive, New London, Makeni Road, Magburaka
Wara Wara Branch Office – 10 Immam Street, Bankolia Kabala, Koinadugu
Looking Town Branch Office – 5 Jibrilla Street, Looking town, Makeni
Kono Area Office – 29 Hill station, Kainkordu Road, Koidu Town, Kono
Koquima Branch Office – 61 A Masingbi Road, Lebanon Koidu Town, Kono
Masingbi Branch Office – 1 Magburaka Road, Masingbi, Tonkolili
Karene Branch Office – 53 Looking Town, Kamakwie City
Matotoka Branch Office – Kono Highway, Matotoka

Freetown Region Addresses

1. Aberdeen Branch Office – 63 Murray Town Road, FreeTown
Kroo Town Branch Office – Dungan Street, Off Campbell Street
Dwazack Branch Office – 3A George Brook. Dwazark
Wilberforce Branch Office – 37 Spur Road. Wilberforce

Goderich Branch Office – 24 Peninsula Road, Levuma Beach, Juba
Hill Station Branch Office – 8 Leicester Peak Road, Hill Station
Fullah Town Branch Office – 71 Kissy Road
Kissy Bye Pass Branch Office – 24 Pyke Street, Kissy Bye Pass
Tagrin Branch Office – 143 Ferry Road, Royema, Lungi
Grass Field Branch Office – 23 Old Railway Line, Brima Lane
Calaba Town Branch Office – 346 Bai Bureh Road Calaba Town
Jui Branch Office – 35 0ff Jui Road, Kossoh Town, Regent Highway

Bo Region Addresses

Moriba Town Branch Office – 47 Fatmata Street, Sewa Road Section, Moriba Town, Bo
Kandeh Town Branch Office – 36 Dr. Wusu Sannoh Street, Kandeh Town, Bo
Torkpoi Town Branch Office – 25 Jah Street, Salina Section Torkpoi Town Bo
Pujehun Branch Office – Jah Street, New Site, Pujehun Town, Pujehun
Mile 91 Branch Office – 17 Old Police Station Road, Mile-91, Tonkolili
Moyamba Branch Office – 18 Maada Hagba Road, Moyamba Town, Moyamba
Small Bo Branch Office – 72 First One Mile, Blama Boajibu Road
Blama Road Branch Office – 18 Hotagua Street, Blama Road, Kenema
Kailahun Branch Office – Tenneh Lodge, 80 Buedu Road, Gbomo Town, Kailahun
Segbwema Branch Office- 40 Gbaiima Road, Taima, Segbwema, Kailahun
Pendembu Branch Office – Kussia Laa, Mofindor Street, Pendembu, Kailahun
Bo – P.O. Box No. 31 – Bo Postal Building, 2 Mattru Road, Bo
Kailahun – P.O. Box No. 10 = Kailahun Postal Building, 11 Pendembu Road, Kailahun

Waterloo Region Addresses

Waterloo I Branch Office – 8 Leden Streets, Post Office, Waterloo
Waterloo II Branch Office – 73 Main Motor Road Town (Old Morabi Road), Waterloo
Waterloo III Branch Office – 20 Benguima Road, Tombo High Way, Waterloo
Tombo Branch Office – 42 Main Road Kissie, Tombo
Port Loko Branch Office – 51 Barracks Road (Alama Bridge), Portloko
Lunsar Branch Office – 13 Portloko Road, Lunsar
Kambia Branch Office – 3 Barracks Road, Kambia-2
Rokupr Branch Office – Back Of Bamoi, Rokupur Road, Konta
Waterloo – Waterloo Post Office – BRAC Application Box

If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

Interested candidates need to send a letter of interest indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational grades, through email to recruitment.sierraleone@brac.net, OR by hand to any of the addresses mentioned above.

Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Women are strongly encourage to apply

Application deadline: 15th May, 2023

BRAC Microfinance (SL) Limited is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and clients / beneficiaries 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

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Catholic Relief Services – 3 Positions

Catholic Relief Services is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Deputy Finance Manager- Treasury
2.) Project Director
3.) Request for Proposal for ICT4D Consultant and Technical Assistant

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Deputy Finance Manager- Treasury

CRS JOB ADVERT – INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

CRS is recruiting for 1 Position: Deputy Finance Manager- Treasury

If you are interested and your profile matches the requirements, please read the below job descriptions, and follow the instructions to submit your application package.

About CRS

Job Title: Deputy Finance Manager – Treasury

Department: Finance – Treasury

Reports To: Finance Manager

Country: CRS-Sierra Leone.

Duty Location: CRS Office in Freetown

Job Summary:

You will oversee all activities that ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and documentation of the Finance Department’s accounting operations and financial reporting (monthly, quarterly, yearly, and as needed) in support of high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. You will help set the standard for the Country Program’s (CP’s) financial stewardship through professional maintenance, utilization, and analysis of all cash resources controlled by the CP.

Roles and Key Responsibilities:

Oversee accounting processes, policies, and service delivery and maintain accounting controls to ensure accurate, complete, and timely recording and management of financial transactions and internal controls in compliance with CRS’ financial management policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements.
Ensure INSIGHT financial accounting package is updated with relevant information for capturing accurate financial data (such as daily exchange/conversion rates, cost allocation tools, posting of transactions, etc.).
Review and analyze financial reports, including cost allocation of shared costs, to verify financial transactions. Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accurately stated and appropriately classified. Work with relevant staff to address irregularities and resolve accounting issues and ensure correction of accounting entries and payroll.
Serve as the key point person on all issues related to financial transaction records. Provide proactive advice, support, and capacity building to managers, staff, and subrecipients to ensure compliance with standards and proper records of financial transactions, as well as to support strengthening of internal control.
Ensure financial reports are generated accurately and disseminated timely as per established reporting schedules and assist staff and subrecipients with financial reports analysis.
Oversee maintenance of a good filing system of required supporting documentation to ensure easy access and retrieval, and a reliable and easy to follow audit trail.
Ensure efficient management of cash flows and availability of sufficient and optimal cash in the CP’s operating account through monitoring cash balances (both cash-in-bank and cash-on-hand), preparing bank reconciliations, analyzing and forecasting cash needs.
Effectively manage talent and support staff in their professional development. Manage team dynamics, create a gender inclusive work environment, promote staff work-life balance, and staff well-being. Provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, and complete performance management for direct reports.

Basic Qualifications

B.A. degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration with courses in accounting, or a qualification in accounting (CPA/ACCA or equivalent).

Minimum of three years experience in a position with similar responsibilities, preferably with an International NGO.

Required Languages – List languages required to perform the job

Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 5 %.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent analytical skills with ability to make sound judgment and decisions.
Accuracy and completeness with a strong eye for detail
Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results oriented.
Ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

Substantial budgeting, budget/expense analysis, and accounting experience.
Knowledge of the relevant public donors’ regulations preferred.
Knowledge of local law in the area of taxation and local regulatory reporting procedures.
Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications. Knowledge of Oracle based ssytems or similar financial reporting software preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if none, state none) :

Direct Supervision of 3 Senior Finance Officer
Overall oversight of a team of 8 members.

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Finance Manager, Head of Operations, Country Representative, Regional Finance Officer

External: Bank , Government institution such as NRA & NASSIT , Auditors

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

Integrity
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Builds Relationships
Develops Talent
Strategic Mindset
Accountability & Stewardship

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to safeguarding-related topics.

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. CRS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To apply for this position please send up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, copies of relevant certificates to SL_HR@crs.org. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Also send a copy of your application package to the desk Officers, Ministry of Employment and Social Security, New England and Extension Offices in Applicants’ Locations

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is 24th April 2023.

2.) Project Director

CRS JOB ADVERT – INTERNAL/EXTERNAL

CRS is recruiting for 1 Position: Project Director – Global Fund

If you are interested and your profile matches the requirements, please read the below job descriptions, and follow the instructions to submit your application package.

About CRS

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion, or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is conducted through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. In Sierra Leone, CRS has served vulnerable communities for over 50 years and is a leader in building the country’s capacity to improve health and nutrition services for young children and their caregivers.

Job Title: Project Director

Department: Global Fund

Reports To: Head of Programs

Country: CRS-Sierra Leone.

Duty Location: CRS Office in Freetown, must be willing to travel up to 15%.

Job Summary:

CRS launched its work in Sierra Leone in 1963 supporting relief and development operations in the country. CRS Sierra Lone has proudly maintained a strong reputation and relationship with partners and the communities we serve in the country implementing a multi-sector program portfolio based on the country’s dynamic needs. Today, the Country Program has a robust portfolio built around several major programs in Health, Nutrition, Education, and Urban Resilience. CRS Sierra Leone has its main office in Freetown and a field office in Kabala, with over 160 staff in total.

CRS has been implementing Global Fund grants in Sierra Leone since 2005 and has served as Principal Recipient (PR) since 2011. The NFM3 grant (2021 – 2024) continues to support the current national strategic plans for malaria, TB and HIV, and focuses on Community Systems Strengthening, as well as digitizing the 2023 mass ITN campaign in close collaboration with the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP). As a long-standing partner of the health sector in Sierra Leone, CRS also participates in the design and development of services for the next round of Global Fund allocations.

As Senior Program Manager, you will provide overall leadership to CRS’ Global Fund project team in Sierra Leone and be responsible for the overall management of the project, including the quality of programmatic implementation (monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning) and administrative elements of the project to serve the poor and vulnerable, as well as relationship with the Global Fund, Ministry of Health, the NMCP and different services and other public, private and non-government stakeholders. You are responsible for ensuring that project results are achieved on time and on budget, including strategies for capacity strengthening of Sub-Recipients (SRs) and overall sustainability. As a senior leader, you will proactively manage security and mitigate security risks.

Roles and Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development, implementation, and consolidation of the Global Fund project. Provide oversight for all aspects of program quality, program management, representation, and human resources. Serve as the primary point of contact to Global Fund as well as public, private and non-government stakeholders.
In coordination with the National Programs for Malaria, TB and the National AIDS Secretariat, and the Ministry of Health, ensure the project is designed and implemented to meet Global Fund expectations in terms of timely and quality results and budget, including strategies for phase out and sustainability. Ensure coordination between program and operations leads. Ensure the CRS program quality standards through annual and quarterly activity planning and budget forecasts. Lead quarterly technical review of implementation plans.
Effectively manage talent and supervise. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching and mentoring. Strategically tailor development plans and complete performance assessments for direct reports. Oversee the development of staffing plans and recruitment process of senior staff.
Coordinate with M&E department to oversee the design and implementation of the monitoring and evaluation system, using appropriate forms, procedures, and tools for data collection and analysis as the basis for measuring, documenting, and reporting outcomes.
Manage and mitigate risk. Ensure compliance in Global Fund grants including oversight of partner budgets, finance, and administration, and reporting to Global Fund.
Coordinate relationships with consortium partner organizations. Contribute to coordination of roles and activities of staff from consortium member organizations in implementation in line with CRS partnership principles.
Create and maintain proper conditions for learning. Establish a safe environment for sharing of ideas, solutions, and difficulties and the capacity to detect, analyze and respond quickly to deficiencies. Identify performance gaps and training opportunities for CRS and partner staff and ensure the design and delivery of high-quality training and technical assistance.

Basic Qualifications

Master’s degree in International Development, International Relations or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience managing large scale development grants, preferably focusing on managing Global Fund grants.
Proven track record of successful other donor-funded program management, including management of multi-activity projects, complicated logistics and large budgets, as well as commodities.
At least 3 years of supervisory experience, including performance evaluation, coaching and mentoring.

Required Languages – English fluency required.

Travel – include percentage of required travel, if applicable. Could be stated as Must be willing and able to travel up to 30 %.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proven leadership and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams.
Proven experience in building and maintaining institutional linkages.
Ability to work to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments.
Excellent organization, planning and analytical skills; detail oriented.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated strength in relationship management.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of CRS Partnership strategy and Partner management experience an advantage.
Prior experience working in Sierra Leonean region, preferred.
Excellent report writing skills.
Excellent knowledge and experience in budget management and project management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

Integrity
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Builds Relationships
Develops Talent
Strategic Mindset
Accountability & Stewardship

Supervisory Responsibilities: Grant Manager, Program Manager, MEAL Manager, Community System Strengthening officer, Communication manager, Mass campaign manager.

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Country Representative, Head of Programming, Head of Operations, Deputy Regional Directors, Regional Technical Advisors, Global Fund Support Unit, GF Malaria Project staff, CRS Sierra Leone staff

External: Global Fund Portfolio Manager, GF Country Team, CCM, Ministry of Health (NMCP and other key departments), LFA, Sub-recipients, UN agencies, other Global Fund Principal Recipients, and technical assistance providers. The project is implemented through agreements with civil society partners.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. CRS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To apply for this position please send up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, copies of relevant certificates to SL_HR@crs.org. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Also send a copy of your application package to the desk Officers, Ministry of Employment and Social Security, New England and Extension Offices in Applicants’ Locations

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is 24th April 2023

3.) Request for Proposal for ICT4D Consultant and Technical Assistant

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR ICT4D CONSULTANT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Tender Numbers: SL3194

Timeline:

RFP published: 12th April 2023
Deadline for written questions: 17th April 2023
Deadline/ Submission date: 25th April 2023
Contract award (estimated) on or before 5th May 2023

Interested bidders can request for the tender documents:

From CRS Office in Freetown through the following email sl_procurement@crs.org from 12th April 2023 to 24th April 2023 between 9:00am and 4:00pm from Mondays to Thursdays; and 9:00am to 12:00pm on Fridays
Bids must be deposited in the Tender Box at the “Reception” of CRS at 41 Riverside Drive, Off Kinghaman Road Freetown on or before 25th April 2023 at 4:30pm and/or through the secure Bid email SL.bids@crs.org on or before 25th April 2023 at 4.30 pm.
Any bid received after the time and date stipulated will not be accepted.

If you have any question, please contact: sl_procurement@crs.org

Background

The Sierra Leone Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MoHS), through the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP), will implement a national insecticide-treated net (ITN) campaign in 2023. The campaign will target the total population of the country with two different types of insecticide-treated nets: ITNs with a piperonyl butoxide (PBO) synergist and dual active ingredient (Dual A.I.) ITNs. The ITNs will be targeted to different districts in the country in line with data on insecticide resistance and will be procured by two partners: the Global Fund (GF) and the United States President’s Malaria Initiative (US-PMI)

CRS, as Global Fund principal recipient II in the country, has been tasked with taking the lead role in the digitalization of the ITN mass campaign. Hence, CRS will engage the services of an International, as well as a national, Technical Assistant (TA) to provide a leading role in the digitalization project.

Therefore, Global Fund seeks to hire 32 (thirty-two) ICT4D Consultants and 1(one) ICT4D Technical Assistant (as specified in the SoW) for the implementation of a national insecticide-treated net (ITN) campaign in Sierra Leone.

General Requirements

Must be registered to conduct business and in compliance with governmental tax regulations in Sierra Leone.
CRS retains the right to reject, cancel, negotiate, amend, split, and accept any offer, without consideration of the lowest offer.
This is an invitation to potential bidders and is not a promise or obligation that CRS will contract with bidders through the submitted offers.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ ICAP – 3 Positions

ICAP-Global Health is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Finance Officer
2.) Finance Intern
3.) Senior Finance Officer

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Finance Officer

POSITION SUMMARY

ICAP at Columbia University is an international non-governmental organisation that aims to ensure the wellness of families and communities by strengthening health systems around the world. ICAP began working in Sierra Leone in 2014, collaborating with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS) to strengthen health systems by providing technical assistance, Quality Improvement and Nursing capacity-building projects in Sierra Leone.

Working under the guidance and direction of the Director of Administration and Finance, the Finance Officer will support the DAF in delivering key financial outputs, including expenditure analysis and investigation, monthly field financial reporting, forecast and budgeting.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

Assist the Finance and Administration Director in managing the financial transactions by ICAP policies and procedures.
Posting entries into the accounting system (QuickBooks) daily.
Monitors and reconciles travel expenses and project expenses to individual advances regularly.
Ensures that accounting documents are filed on time and proper accounting records are maintained and compatible with standard accounting practice, ICAP and donor guidelines.
Examines financial documents such as invoices, vouchers, expense reports and other documents such as purchase orders to ensure financial data’s completeness, accuracy, reasonability and validity.
Post vendor PVs into the accounting system daily.
Participate in the preparation of financial reports as required.
Ensure adherence to government, donor, and ICAP requirements.
Performs other related duties as directed.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in applied accounting or ACCA Part-qualified required.
Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience with expenditure analysis, financial management, donor reporting and project management.
Demonstrated experience managing sponsored projects; USAID/CDC-funded projects preferred.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated technical expertise in finance processes.
Minimum three (3) years of experience in financial management, reporting and auditing
Fluent English oral and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally.
Excellent interpersonal and coordination skills
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Computer skills (MS Office)
Experience working with QuickBooks and ERP accounting systems.

To apply for the position, please click the link below.

Global Careers – ICAP at Columbia University

2.) Finance Intern

POSITION SUMMARY

ICAP at Columbia University is an international non-governmental organisation that aims to ensure the wellness of families and communities by strengthening health systems worldwide. Working under the guidance and direction of the Finance Manager, the Finance Intern will provide day-to-day support to Finance Officers on payment processing, disbursement, filling and other daily routine tasks.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

Capture and process transactions in QuickBooks accounting software.
Ensure supporting documents are complete, accurate and provided on time when requested by auditors and the compliance office.
Process staff advance and follow-up on advance retirements by staff.
Reconcile the Withholding Tax account monthly and ensure timely payment to the tax authority.
Support Payments and receipts, including cash handling when supporting field activity payments.
Perform Other Financial and Administrative Duties as Maybe Assigned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting or Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) required.
Women are Strongly encouraged to apply.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated understanding of payment processing and general finance processes.
Fluent English oral and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally.
Excellent interpersonal and coordination skills
Proficiency in written and spoken English
Computer skills (MS Office)
Experience working with QuickBooks and ERP accounting systems.
Experience with Electronic Mobile Money Payment processing is an added advantage

To apply for the position, please click the link below.

Global Careers – ICAP at Columbia University

3.) Senior Finance Officer

POSITION SUMMARY

ICAP at Columbia University is an international non-governmental organisation that aims to ensure the wellness of families and communities by strengthening health systems around the world. Working under the guidance and direction of the Director of Administration and Finance, the Senior Finance Officer will support the DAF in delivering key financial outputs, including expenditure analysis and investigation, monthly field financial reporting, forecast and budgeting.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provide support to the DAF in delivering the core daily, weekly, monthly and annual financial outputs.
Take the lead on the monthly field financial reporting, budget development, and budget tracking and flag exceptions as appropriate.
Liaise with NY Cash Management Team to resolve month-end emerging reporting issues and keep all issue logs.
Support Quarterly Inventory reconciliations and reporting.
Lead the preparation of expenditure analysis per ICAP and funding agencies guidelines.
Prepare and submit for approval the monthly cash forecasts.
Investigate discrepancies in ledger account balances and ensure corrections are made promptly.
Work closely with the compliance team and external auditors during audit and compliance visits.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Administration and Finance or Country Director.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Accounting or ACCA Part-qualified required.
Minimum four (4) years of relevant experience with expenditure analysis, financial management, donor reporting and project management.
Demonstrated experience managing sponsored projects; USAID/CDC-funded projects preferred.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated technical expertise in finance processes.
Minimum Four (4) years of experience in Financial management, reporting and auditing
Fluent English oral and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally.
Excellent interpersonal and coordination skills
Proficiency in written and spoken English
Computer skills (MS Office)
Experience working with QuickBooks and ERP accounting systems.

To apply for the position, please click the link below.

Global Careers – ICAP at Columbia University

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Trocaire – 2 Positions

Trocaire is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
2.) Programme Accountant

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Trócaire, the overseas development agency of the Catholic Church in Ireland, is looking for a highly qualified professional to work together with our partners to bring about positive and lasting changes around women’s empowerment issues in Sierra Leone. Candidates are invited to apply for the vacant post, whose particulars are given below:

Position: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Location of position: Freetown, Sierra Leone, with frequent travel throughout the country Contract duration: One year

Scope of the role: The Monitoring & Evaluation Officer will be responsible for the monitoring and ensuring high quality and timely inputs, and for ensuring

that the project maintains its strategic vision and that its activities result

in the achievement of its intended outputs in a cost effective and timely

manner. The M&E officer will support the M&E Manager in designing and

implementing the M&E activities of Trócaire; assisting the M&E Manager

in preparing Quarterly/Annual reports on project progress and will

monitor the project activities on a regular basis, developing and

maintaining a comprehensive M&E system and will be responsible for the

collection & analysis of different data in relation to the project activities.

Requirements:

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in, economics, statistics, demography, International Development, other social sciences, or a similar relevant field.
At least 5 years’ experience in donor reporting, monitoring and evaluation of projects. • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in using results-based management approaches. • Experience putting in place a performance monitoring system and mentoring project staff on its use to ensure good quality of performance data.
Previous experience in USAID, EU and UN reporting and grant management. • Previous experience in participatory M&E approaches.
Previous experience working with local partner organizations.

The successful applicant will be expected to sign up to and adhere to Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policy. Only national candidates are eligible for this role and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

You can apply for this position online until Friday 14th of April 2023.

Please visit our website – https://apply.workable.com/trocaire/j/11DF6EFF46/

2.) Programme Accountant

Trocaire, the overseas development agency of the Catholic Church in Ireland, is looking for a highly qualified professional to work together with our partners to bring about positive and lasting changes around women’s empowerment issues in Sierra Leone. Candidates are invited to apply for the vacant post, whose particulars are given below:
Position: Programme Accountant
Location of position: Freetown, Sierra Leone, with frequent travel throughout the country Contract duration: One year
Scope of the role: Working for USAID, FCDO, EU and Irish Aid grants, this role will have first responsibility for the programme finances of a portfolio of partners,
including monitoring and strengthening of Governance and Finance
systems of partner organizations, preparation of monthly donor financial
reports and provision of technical financial advice and expertise to the
programme country teams. The Project Accountant will also work in
collaboration with external auditors on an annual basis.
Requirements:
• Part or Fully qualified accountant (preferably with final exams pending) and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
• Five years finance experience with at least one year of capacity building (coaching, mentoring or training) experience.
• Excellent communication and training/capacity building skills.
• Proven organisation and planning skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a participative style within teams.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Empathy with Trócaire’s partnership approach and a commitment to partner capacity building.
• Previous experience of working in Audit.
• Previous experience of working on international donors such as USAID, FCDO, GIZ, EU, Irish Aid grants and their donor requirements.
The successful applicant will be expected to sign up to and adhere to Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policy. Only national candidates are eligible for this role and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

You can apply for this position online until Friday 14th of April 2023

Please visit our website – https://apply.workable.com/trocaire/j/345534EABF/

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Mott MacDonald – 21 Positions

Mott MacDonald is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) District Programme Officers (x16)
2.) Finance Officer
3.) Gender and Radical Inclusion Lead
4.) Operations Officer
5.) Regional Programme Officer (x2)
6.) Teaching and Learning Technical Lead

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) District Programme Officers (x16)

FCDO awarded Mott MacDonald to lead the implementation of the Sierra Leone Secondary Education Improvement Programme (SSEIP) 2, which builds on the work of the first phase: Sierra Leone Secondary Education Improvement Programme (SSEIP), also called Leh Wi Lan (Krio for “Let’s Learn”). The programme will support the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MBSSE) to improve learning outcomes for boys and girls at secondary level and to increase the enrolment, retention and well-being of girls and children with disabilities in school.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of our organization. We promote equal opportunities and have initiatives to create an inclusive workplace culture. WE ARE ESPECIALLY KEEN TO HEAR FROM FEMALE APPLICANTS TO CREATE A GENDER BALANCED TEAM. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist.

Job description
Job title	District Programme Officer (16 positions, one position per each of the 16 districts)
Salary range	Negotiable, contract position
Time commitment	Full time, contract position
Location	At the District Education Office in each of the 16 districts
Travel	The position requires regular travel nationwide to district and school level.
Start date	May 2023
Report to	Regional Programme Officer
Example duties and responsibilities	At least 5 years’ experience of working to support capacity development and systems strengthening for DEOs. Continuous engagement with school level structures to promote safe and effective learning environments. Maintaining good relationship with DEOs, education and social welfare sectors, and schools. Monitoring and mentoring. Working with data collection.
Closing date	Applications must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS 16th April 2023
How to submit	Please click on the link and follow the instructions. https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25141&siteid=5169&Areq=63317BR NO HARD COPIES ACCEPTED Please list your preferred district (s) in the subject or your cover letter in order of priority if you have mor than one
What to submit	Completed cover letter AND Curriculum Vitae, including 3 referees preferably HRs of your former and current employers. Please use the Job Title as the subject of your email application

Candidate profile
Experience/skills	Lead the technical delivery of the programme in the districts. Provide support and capacity development to enhance system strengthening to improve the performance of District Education Offices (DEOs). Engage school level structures to promote safe and effective learning environments. Support DEOs to integrate girls and disability into their core functions of improving safe and effective learning. Support DEOs and principals to continue generating meaningful data through Tangerine to be analysed and utilised for decision-making Be the focal point of the programme in the district and be flexible to undertake additional or alternative activities as required. The specification and requirement for services may shift in response to changes in the scope and needs of the wider programme. Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Team Leader.	Mindset	Independent and proactive. Keenness to bring about positive change. Collaborative and respectful of others. Problem solving and troubleshooting Willingness to travel regularly to remote schools.
Qualifications	Degree in education or similar, a postgraduate degree is desired.	Language	English (professional proficiency)

2.) Finance Officer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of our organization. We promote equal opportunities and have initiatives to create an inclusive workplace culture. WE ARE ESPECIALLY KEEN TO HEAR FROM FEMALE APPLICANTS TO CREATE A GENDER BALANCED TEAM. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist.

Job description
Job title	Finance Officer
Salary range	Negotiable, contract position
Time commitment	Full time, contract position
Location	Based in Freetown
Start date	May 2023
Report to	Finance Manager
Example duties and responsibilities	Summary of the Functions: Provide support to the Finance Manager to produce forecasts and budgets based on the estimates on the Rolling Work Plan (RWP). This includes collating activity costing and providing support for preparation of the working estimates. Facilitate funds transfers to between local and foreign currency accounts of MMSL. Support in making timely monthly site returns to the UK team. Ensure financial records are available for regular checking and are up to date to meet deadline for submission to the UK head office. Prepare and post and payment transactions, including bank and petty cash payments. Reconcile bank statements and submit the reconciliations to the Finance Manager Follow-up on all advances, ensure that all advances are timely and appropriately settled. Assist with the compilation of Vendors’ payments and collation of vouchers for batch processing within the financial system. Prepare payment vouchers, cheques, e-banking payment and ensure timely settlement of all undisputed invoices that relates to MMSL operations. Checking and ensuring that all payment vouchers relating to field operations meet the minimum audit requirement by checking for approvals and necessary supporting documentations. To assist the Finance manager in the preparation and the subsequent activities, as required, for external, e.g., client, and internal audits. Register invoices into Lawson AP Upload payments into e-banking platform. Prepare monthly payroll for review approvals.
Closing date	Applications must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS 16th April 2023
How to submit	Please click on the link and follow the instructions. https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25141&siteid=5169&Areq=63318BR NO HARD COPIES ACCEPTED
What to submit	Completed cover letter AND Curriculum Vitae, including 3 referees preferably HRs of your former and current employers. Please use the Job Title as the subject of your email application

Candidate profile

Experience/skills

Excellent numerate and accountancy skills
Good IT skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to think ahead and produce accurate information
Willingness to be flexible and respond in a timely manner to support colleagues in the Freetown office

Mindset

Independent and proactive.
Keenness to bring about positive change.
Collaborative and respectful of others.
Problem solving and troubleshooting
Willingness and commitment to self-professional development

Qualifications

Preferably educated to degree standard or equivalent in Accounting/ Finance discipline
Significant relevant work experience
Ability to work as a member of a team.

Language

English (professional proficiency)

3.) Gender and Radical Inclusion Lead

Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of our organization. We promote equal opportunities and have initiatives to create an inclusive workplace culture. We are especially keen to hear from female applicants to create a gender balanced team. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist.

Job description
Job title	Gender and Radical Inclusion Lead
Salary range	Negotiable, contract position
Time commitment	Full time, contract position
Location	Based in Freetown
Travel	The position requires regular travel nationwide to district and school level.
Start date	May 2023
Report to	Deputy Team Leader & Technical Lead
Example duties and responsibilities	The Gender and Radical Inclusion Lead will lead on the design of program approaches that develop quality learning environments for girls that is safe and empowering. Working at a senior technical level in a national scale programme aiming to transform the live chances of girls in Sierra Leone.
Closing date	Applications must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS 16th April 2023
How to submit	Please click on the link and follow the instructions. https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25141&siteid=5169&Areq=63320BR NO HARD COPIES ACCEPTED
What to submit	Completed cover letter AND Curriculum Vitae, including 3 referees preferably HRs of your former and current employers. Please use the Job Title as the subject of your email application

Candidate profile

Experience/skills

Very advanced understanding of Gender Based Violence and Gender Gaps in Sierra Leone
Exceptional understanding of girl-centered programme design
Excellent ground knowledge of current systemic gaps in Sierra Leone education for girls, sexual health provision for girls, and sexual violence response to girls
Experience of planning, designing, and running a workstream independently, ideally within a development programme context
Sensitivity to working in a complex cultural and resource-constrained environment, whilst upholding the highest standards of business ethics and personal conduct in line with the company’s values, directives, and procedures
Fluent use of core computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to create and maintain full programme budgets, down to monthly cash flow level
Ability to create synthesised reports, both formal written documents in Word and PowerPoint presentations with exhibits
Ability to create and maintain detailed work plans, down to hourly logistics as needed (e.g., training workshops, team travel to districts)
Ability to frame strategy for overall initiative design, and follow through to execution
Strong communication skills to communicate clearly and succinctly both in written form (e.g., email updates) and verbally (e.g., presenting in stakeholder meetings, remote phone management of learning coaches and updates with district education offices)
Ability to work effectively as part of a team to coordinate across the wider programme and with other development partners, building collaborative relationships and coaching team members as needed
Experience of working within or alongside Government officials at national and local levels
Ability to prioritise and work under pressure
Good organisational skills, project planning and management
Autonomous professional practitioner with the ability to exercise judgement

Mindset

Continuous improvement
Independent and proactive
Willingness to bring about positive change
Collaborative and respectful

Willingness to travel regularly to the provinces

Qualifications

Higher (postgraduate) degree in a relevant area desirable
At least 7 years’ practical experience overseeing delivery of front-line programmes (ideally but not necessarily education)
Experience managing consultants and leading a small team of education professionals
Some education specific experience, either as a teacher, through relevant degree studies, or through work with NGO or government run programmes

Language

English (professional proficiency)

4.) Operations Officer

Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of our organization. We promote equal opportunities and have initiatives to create an inclusive workplace culture. WE ARE ESPECIALLY KEEN TO HEAR FROM FEMALE APPLICANTS TO CREATE A GENDER BALANCED TEAM. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist.

Job description
Job title	Operations Officer
Salary range	Negotiable, contract position
Time commitment	Full time, contract position
Location	Based in Freetown
Start date	May 2023
Report to	Operations Manager
Example duties and responsibilities	Summary of the Functions: Support the Operations Manager to deliver the programme’s operations, office management, procurement, and fleet. Work with the Operations and technical team to ensure timely procurement and delivery of good and services to support programme delivery. Manage assets, including maintaining an updated asset register. Support the Operations Manager to administer contracts to ensure compliance with the contract conditions, payment terms, variations, and claims. Implement the delivery of the fleet management system. Support the Operation Manager to operationalise the Mott MacDonald Business Management Systems (BMS) procedures, including health, safety and security as required by Cambridge Education/Mott MacDonald. Promote healthy work ethics, good governance, and anti-corruption behaviour. Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Programme Manager and the Operations Manager. These deliverables are flexible to respond to changes in the scope and needs of the wider programme.
Closing date	Applications must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS 16th April 2023
How to submit	Please click on the link and follow the instructions. https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25141&siteid=5169&Areq=63315BR NO HARD COPIES ACCEPTED
What to submit	Completed cover letter AND Curriculum Vitae, including 3 referees preferably HRs of your former and current employers. Please use the Job Title as the subject of your email application

Candidate profile
Experience/skills	Experience of setting up and maintaining operations and logistical procedures and processes Experience of procurement, contract management and, ideally within a development programme context. Proven management experience leading small to medium sized teams Ability to liaise efficiently with individuals and organisations to arrange and carry out programme administration functions. Experience in implementing health safety procedures Experience in operating within environments with diverse cultures and practises Ability to use computer systems and standard office software reliably, including organising and setting up systems for maintaining office electronic records Willingness to learn and adopt Cambridge Education/Mott MacDonald norms, procedures, and systems Proven experience in programme operations and administration in Sierra Leone and/or the region Knowledge of the Sierra Leone immigration Service as well as previous experience in visa facilitation Basic security awareness would be an advantage	Mindset	Independent and proactive. Keenness to bring about positive change. Collaborative and respectful of others. Problem solving and troubleshooting Willingness and commitment to self-professional development
Qualifications	Degree (ideally a post-graduate) in public administration, accounting, project management or other related area	Language	English (professional proficiency)

5.) Regional Programme Officer (x2)

Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are at the heart of our organization. We promote equal opportunities and have initiatives to create an inclusive workplace culture. WE ARE ESPECIALLY KEEN TO HEAR FROM FEMALE APPLICANTS TO CREATE A GENDER BALANCED TEAM. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make any adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can assist.

Job description
Job title	Regional Programme Officer X 2
Salary range	Negotiable, contract position
Time commitment	Full time, contract position
Location	Based in Freetown with frequent travels to the districts and regions
Travel	The position requires regular travel nationwide to district and school level.
Start date	May 2023
Report to	Deputy Team Leader
Example duties and responsibilities	Provide oversight of the programme’s technical delivery in the districts. Provide support and capacity development to District Programme Offices (DPOs) to enhance system strengthening and improve the performance of District Education Officers (DEOs). Support DPOs to engage school level structures to promote safe and effective learning environments. Support DPOs and DEOs to integrate girls and disability into their core functions of improving safe and effective learning. Support DPOs and DEOs and principals to continue generating meaningful data through Tangerine to be analysed and utilised for decision-making Be the focal point of the programme in the regions and be flexible to undertake additional or alternative activities as required. The specification and requirement for services may shift in response to changes in the scope and needs of the wider programme. Other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Team Leader/Deputy Team Leader.
Closing date	Applications must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS 16th April 2023
How to submit	Please click on the link and follow the instructions. https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25141&siteid=5169&Areq=63314BR NO HARD COPIES ACCEPTED Please list your preferred Region (s) in the subject or your cover letter in order of priority if you have mor than one
What to submit	Completed cover letter AND Curriculum Vitae, including 3 referees preferably HRs of your former and current employers. Please use the Job Title as the subject of your email application

Candidate profile

Experience/skills

At least 7 years’ experience of working with key education stakeholders and partners in implementing and coordinating programme activities and district and regional levels.
Capacity to oversee development and systems strengthening for DEOs.
Experience in engaging school level structures to promote safe and effective learning environments.
Maintaining good relationship with DEOs, education and social welfare sectors, and schools.
Oversight, monitoring and mentoring.

Working with data collection, analysis, and use.

Mindset

Independent and proactive.
Keenness to bring about positive change.
Collaborative and respectful of others.
Problem solving and troubleshooting
Willingness to travel regularly to remote schools.

Qualifications

Relevant university degree in education or similar, a postgraduate degree is desired.

Language

English (professional proficiency)

6.) Teaching and Learning Technical Lead

Job description
Job title	Teaching and Learning Technical Lead
Salary range	Negotiable, contract position
Time commitment	Full time, contract position
Location	Based in Freetown
Travel	The position requires regular travel nationwide to district and school level.
Start date	May 2023
Report to	Deputy Team Leader & Technical Lead
Example duties and responsibilities	The Teaching and Learning Technical Lead will be responsible for the design, development and implementation of interventions that support schools and the wider education system to improve the performance of teachers that lead to learning outcome gains for pupils. This role will be required to work with the Program Systems Strengthening lead to ensure the approaches build system capacity and are sustainable and with other colleagues to ensure equity and inclusion is at the centre of all approaches.
Closing date	Applications must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS 16th April 2023
How to submit	Please click on the link and follow the instructions. https://jobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?PageType=JobDetails&partnerid=25141&siteid=5169&Areq=63319BR NO HARD COPIES ACCEPTED
What to submit	Completed cover letter AND Curriculum Vitae, including 3 referees preferably HRs of your former and current employers. Please use the Job Title as the subject of your email application

Candidate profile

Experience/skills

Deep experience and knowledge of the context, challenges, and opportunities in Sierra Leonean classrooms
Experience of implementing at-scale school leadership, teacher training and coaching models
Experience of developing high quality teaching and learning materials – personally and through the management of colleagues and consultants
Existing relationships with key institutions (TSC/MBSSE) and partners in relation to teaching and learning
Ability to successfully navigate complex political dynamics to make progress
Experience of bringing cross-cutting issues such as gender and disability inclusion into teaching and learning improvement approaches
Experience of working with wider issues affecting teacher performance including absence, motivation, pre-service training, deployment, and career progression.
Ability to help design, implement and use data from teaching observation and monitoring systems
Team player
Excellent writing and data analysis skills
Experience of bringing cross-cutting issues such as gender and disability inclusion into teaching and learning improvement approaches.
Ability to use data to inform and adapt interventions.

Mindset

Continuous improvement
Independent and proactive
Willingness to bring about positive change
Collaborative and respectful

Willingness to travel regularly to the provinces

Qualifications

Degree in education or similar, a postgraduate degree is desired.
At least 7 years’ experience of working to improve teaching and learning in Sierra Leone in project, governments, or related institutions
Preferably some experience of classroom teaching in Sierra Leone

Language

English (professional proficiency)

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC) – Finance Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) on behalf of the Finnish Red Cross is looking for a qualified and dynamic Sierra Leonean to fill the position of Finance Officer.

Job Title: – Finance Officer

No. of Post: – One (1)

Duration: 20 months

Duty Station: – Freetown

Organizational context (where the job is located in the Organization)

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC or “the Federation”) is the World’s largest volunteer-based humanitarian network. The Federation is a membership organization established by and comprised of its member National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. Along with National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the Federation is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

Finnish Red Cross (FRC) has supported humanitarian and development needs in Sierra Leone since the 1990s.

A bilateral partnership started in 2010 and in 2019 FRC formed a consortium with Icelandic Red Cross.

From 2020, the consortium has been supporting a community-based resilience programme, BRIDGE, that is planned to run until the end of 2024. BRIDGE is implemented in 62 communities of six branches (Bo, Bonthe, Kenema, Konom Moyamba and Pujehun).

Icelandic RC is supporting SLRCS to implement a Tree Planting and Care Project in Sierra Leone May 2022 – April 2023 with funds and reports are channeled through FRC.

In 2023 FRC will support SLRCS with funds for Financial Sustainability initiatives

Annual budgets for 2023 amount to close to EUR 1 million.

Job Purpose

This position is based in Sierra Leone Country Office, Freetown to support the Partner National Society in day-to-day operational Financial Management and Reporting of programmes funded through Finnish and Icelandic Red Cross Societies, and assuring adherence to the internal SLRC procedures and compliance with back-donor requirements (Red Cross and donors). The position is for an initially period until the end of 2024 and includes a trial period of 6 months.

Job duties and responsibilities

The Finance Officer will independently, but in frequent collaboration and coordination perform he following duties based on joint work planning, as agreed with the FinRC Country Manager and Regional Finance and Administration Delegate (RFAD):

Accounting and Financial Reporting

Verify that SLRCS project accounting meets projects’ agreed requirements of accuracy and timelines and are consistent with SLRCS policies and procedures, and FinRC/IceRC financial management guidelines as per the back- donor requirements.
Validate that SLRCS project financial reports are correct in terms of entries and calculations; and ensure all data is consistent with figures presented in supporting documents.
Ensure budget variance analysis gives explanations as required and that the actual expenditure reported in the BVA is correct and consistent with narrative reports.
Assist with verification of SLRCS payment requests ensuring compliance with necessary internal controls and procedures.
Undertake quality control of cash transfer requests from SLRCS and transmit them to FRC-RFAD for further processing.

Budgeting, Planning

Provide technical support as agreed to SLRCS in preparing annual and revised programme budgets.

Systems, Internal controls

Identify broader systematic issues within FinRC/IceRC supported SLRCS project financial management practice that need addressing and could be improved; and in liaison with FinRC RFAD and SLRCS Finance Coordinator to agree plan of action as to who will address this with SLRCS Financial Department and how;
Provide technical support to SLRCS on procurement processes;
Ensure that SLRCS fixed assets inventory lists for projects are in line with SLRCS policies and project requirements and are established and maintained.

Risk Management

Assist with the overall process of risk monitoring on all FinRC/IceRC supported programmes within SLRCS
Assist in planning and organizing project audits and Donor initiated audits in Sierra Leone in relation to FinRC and Ice RC supported programmes.

Capacity Building of HNS

Assist or lead where delegated, FinRC financial management capacity building efforts with SLRCS both at HQ and at branch level.

Other

Contribute to efficient and constructive communication and coordination between FinRC Country Manager, FinRC RFAD and SLRCS finance and programme staff on financial matters
Participate in SLRCS review meetings, bi-annual meetings and other meetings and field visits as needed

Any other duties as assigned by FinRC Country Manager.

Duties applicable to all staff

1.	Actively work towards the achievement of SLRCS and FRC goals as expressed in latest strategic plans
2.	Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross and Red Crescent principles
3	Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager
Education			Required	Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting / Finance			X
ACCA qualification preferred				X
Experience		Required			Preferred
Minimum 3 years financial management or auditing experience within the private or NGO sector			X
Experience in financial management with or supporting Non-Government Organisations is an asset				X
Experience and knowledge of international donor financial management requirements is an asset.				X
Experience in budget preparation and follow-up, and internal controls			X
Languages		Required			Preferred
Fluently spoken and written English			X
Basic spoken and written French				X

Application should be sent with the following documents.

Application letter
An updated C.V. + Names and contacts of three (03) referees to be sent to.

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

5C Cantonment Road

Off Kingharman Road

For the attention of the IFRC Admin/HR Officer.

Closing dated for the receipt of applications would be on Wednesday 5th April 2023

Interviews will be conducted, and only selected candidates will be contacted.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ The Learning Foundation – Finance & Admin Assistant

Job Description

3 months trial, to be extended based on performance.

The Learning Foundation is looking for a flexible Finance & Admin Assistant to join our organization as part time staff. In this role she/he will do 3 days work per week, you’ll work with the Program Manager to record all the financial transactions of our organization, as well as process invoices, purchase orders and payroll for training participants and staff. You’ll also be required to support the Program Manager in Freetown and upcountry trainings, also be in charge of ensuring the office is organized and tidy.

To ensure success as financial admin assistant you should have business acumen and the ability to complete various complex financial tasks accurately and efficiently. Ultimately an experienced financial admin assistant should be a highly organized and process-driven individual with the ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

Process supplier invoices, purchase orders, expenses claims, account payments, and payroll.

Assisting the Program Manager with credit control processes, budget planning, and expense analysis.

Maintaining a digital record (saving into drop box/ Google drive) of all financial transactions, documents, and supplier information.

Coordinating daily financial tasks with the program manager to optimize workflow.

Maintaining an organized and comfortable office environment, ordering office supplies, and updating inventory.

Support the planning and implementing trainings in Freetown and upcountry.

Compiling financial data to prepare monthly reports and ensuring that client accounts are accurate and up to date.

Assist PM to corporate with external auditors in carrying out routine audit as required.

Requirements

Higher National Diploma, a bachelor’s degree is an added advantage in finance, business administration, or a similar field.

A minimum of 1 years’ experience working as finance and admin assistant.

Working knowledge of using Microsoft office suit, drop box and social media.

Good organizational and time-management skills.

Strong team player with solid oral and written communication skills.

High levels of integrity and the ability to handle confidential information.

How to apply:

Interested applicants are encourage to send their application by hard copy to the Program Manager, The Learning Foundation, SL. 22Spur view Estate off Spur road Wilberforce or by email to: programs@thelearningfoundation-sl.org

Closing date: 7th April 2023 at 13:00 hours

Benefit:
Salary range 1000 – 2000 new Leones with NASSIT deductions inclusive.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ GIZ Sierra Leone – Accounting Specialist

Salary band 4 –

Professional 4A

Accounting Specialist

Reports to:

District Coordinator

Duty Station:

Kono

EMPLOYMENT PROMOTION PROGRAMME

A project | programme funded by the EU and German Government and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.

Sustainable, innovative, effective

GIZ offers customized solutions to complex challenges. We are an experienced service provider and assist the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation. We offer demand-driven, tailor-made, and effective services for sustainable development.

GIZ GmbH is supporting the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development of the Government of Sierra Leone in the implementation of the Employment Promotion Programme (EPP). The overall objective is to create employment for the younger generation through business development in the agricultural and other sectors and to enhance the employability of young people in the but not limited to rural areas of Falaba, Kailahun, Kono and Koinadugu. Our approach is gender and inclusion oriented.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women with equal experience, comparable education, and test scores.

As this position comes with important technical responsibility, we only ask candidates to apply who meet, exceed, or come very close to the following requirements. Please read the job advertisement carefully, especially the exclusion criteria. All applications must be written electronically and include a covering letter (1 page), a clearly chronologically structured CV (education first, then professional career starting with the last position), reference contacts and certificates. Non-compliance leads to exclusion from the application process.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Specialist provides support in

Ensuring internal EPP operational accounting in Kono office
Assisting the Accounting Specialist and Finance Manager in all aspect of accounting and financial

transactions.

Preparing vouchers for final processing in the Country Office.
Assisting the Accounting Specialist to follow-up on liabilities and receivables.
Ensuring the safe keeping of all receipts, contracts, invoices, and bank statements

for audit purposes.

Supporting and supervising implementing partners to comply with GIZ accounting

Procedures and financial reporting.

Assisting EPP staff in Freetown and the District Offices with the preparation of budgets, vouchers,

and disbursement requests.

The accounting professional performs the following tasks:

2. Tasks

The accounting professional

Liaising / Contact person with GIZ regional offices for all financial matters and support with their banks
Prepare and validate all Project income and expenditure vouchers ensuring account coding is correct, approved budget exist, balances outstanding on the budget lines sufficient and that all financial documents correct
Preparation & follow up of monthly budgets to receive funds from CO
Prepare accurate bank reconciliation with the bank statements of EPP journals in Kono Office, ensuring complete supporting documents are properly filed in the correct journal
Carries out bank book and cash book (petty cash) accounting on the basis of winpaccs programme, responsible for all payments to suppliers by bank, cash and transfer
Follow up and clearing of receivable, payable by EPP
Preparing vouchers for final processing
Calculations and disbursement of EPP staff & Partners for travel claims payments in the designated district
Verifies correction of vouchers in compliance of GIZ finance procedures
Maintain proper and confidential filing of all EPP bank statements and vouchers
Signature of arithmetically correctness on the voucher stamp
Contact person for Bank accounts of EPP in Kono and receiving credit advise
Working closely with District Coordinator and District Secretary
Guiding procurement and liaising with suppliers for payments and assurance of right payment methods and document.
Responsible for IC and Error sheet feedback and contact person for IC/Internal/External audit

Other duties/additional

Performs other duties and task at the request of the Supervisor

3. Required qualifications, competences, and experience Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in accounting/banking and finance or financial services (Exclusion Criteria).
Proven experience working as an Accountant/Finance officer in NGO or Development sector for at least 5 years (Exclusion Criteria).
Additional certification in the field of Accounting and Finance will be given advantage
Good working knowledge of ITC technologies (accounting software) and computer

applications (e.g., MS Office, especially in MS Excel, Outlook, and Teams)

Other knowledge, additional competences

Willingness and ability to work in remote areas of Sierra Leone
Good communication skills in English
Team player that can coordinate with other staff members.
Strong pro-active self-starter who likes to fix issues
Committed to deadlines and goal-oriented person.
Committed to stringent accounting process and procedures by GIZ
Committed to stringent anti-corruption procurement rules
Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding

measures are agreed with the supervisor.

Mode of Application:

Suitable candidates are invited to apply not later than 05.04.2023 to the email address recruitmentsl@giz.de Only applicants shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

GIZ-Sierra Leone is an equal-opportunity employer, and therefore women are strongly encouraged to apply.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Save the children – Assistant Financial Accountant

The Role: Assistant Financial Accountant

Save the Children is recruiting hard-working and experienced Assistant Financial Accountant that will support the Field office Finance team with the financial operation function that will enable the team to deliver efficient and compliant financial management support to the entire country program.

The Assistant Financial Accountant will primary aim to maintain cash and cheque pads in a secured safe box and replenish as per the policy of the organization. Ensure that disbursements made to partners, suppliers and staffs are initiated by an appropriate source document and authorized and approved by Budget Holders within the Scheme of Delegation. Check and ascertain the accuracy and validity of documents against SCI policies and procedures that expenditures incurred are allowable, allocable and reasonable; ensure all payments are processed as per SCI financial guidelines, regulations and internal financial controls relating to disbursements in an efficient and effective manner.

The Assistant Financial Accountant will be reporting directly to the Financial Accountant with dotted reporting Line to the respective Finance Coordinator at Coordination office. With the dual programming approach that SCI has, in the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the assistant financial accountant will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor Degree from recognized University in Accounting or Finance.
Relevant experience in related field
Computer literate (i.e. WORD, advanced Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer, financial systems such as AGRESSO
Knowledge of local laws of the country
Developed interpersonal and communication skills
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure
Good in English, both verbal and written, preferred
Commitment to Save the Children values
Teams, in the event of emergencies

CONTRACT LENGTH: 12 Months

Closing Date: 14th March, 2023

The Organization

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants are advised that

Save the Children International does not require any payment or expense during the entire recruitment process and we maintain zero tolerance to dual employment. Any request in this direction should be immediately

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations for this role.

Candidates should apply through the link that will be provided on Taleo System.

HOW TO APPLY:

Note that all applicants should apply through the following link provided below (Taleo Link).

FEMALE CANDIDATES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

CLICK ON LINK BELOW TO APPLY;

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🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ GOAL – Senior Finance Manager-Systems

Job Title: Senior Finance Manager-Systems

Country: Sierra Leone

Location: Freetown

Contract Duration: 9 months

Start Date: 01 April 2023

Reports to: Country Financial Controller

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability reduction through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions and emergency response when crises happen. GOAL focuses on Health, WASH and Protection programming, to improve Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy and implement urban and rural WASH interventions to improve rural access to water, solid and liquid waste management and promotion of positive sanitation behaviors, through systems-based programme approaches and community-led social and behavioral change activities. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban, Kambia, Bombali, Koinadugu, Karene, Moyamba, Falaba and Kenema Districts, with funding from a wide range of donors.

General Description of the Programme GOAL Sierra Leone is implementing WASH, Health and Protection programming in eight districts, focusing on Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health, health system strengthening, WASH and inclusion. GOAL implements

urban WASH programming (Urban Waste Management including Faecal Sludge Management project utilizing the

systems approach in Freetown), and rural WASH with a focus on sanitation marketing, alongside ensuring access to water in hard-to-reach areas with water point installation.

GOAL’s Health programming is currently operational in Freetown, Kenema, Kambia, Bombali, Koinadugu and Moyamba, with health system strengthening activities within clinics, and Social Behaviour Change and community- based programmes to promote health advocacy, positive ASRH behaviours and a clinical mentorship programme to improve clinic staff knowledge. GOAL works with a wide-range of key stakeholders and provides operational support to DHMTs and Freetown City Council, and to the Water Directorate in planning and management to improve reproductive health and WASH outcomes.

Overview of the role Based in Freetown office the Senior Finance Manager-Systems will work closely with the Country Financial Controller (CFC) & Assistant Financial Controller (AFC-Systems) in delivering the results for management accounting component.

Main responsibilities

To assist the FC in ensuring that effective systems are implemented that facilitate effective financial transactions, recording, posting and timely reporting to management, government, and donors.
Make regular site visits and ensure that field staff (local and expatriate) including field programme managers are trained in financial reporting and financial procedures for field site operations. Issues to addressed include Coding, Float management, Training for Non-finance etc.
To assist the FC in ensuring timely and accurate preparation of monthly accounts consisting of the DSR, Sage inputs and schedules, and supplementary schedules and ensure that all are consistent with all information from prime books of accounts and all duly approved journals. To review with the FC for submission to Dublin HO
Ensure all supplementary schedules are promptly and accurately prepared by WD9.
On a weekly basis follow up on all floats, other accountabilities, outstanding debtors, and creditors and notify the FC of the need for any remedial actions.
Ensure all cash management systems are compiled with and reported on. Work with the FC and other senior management to agree any waiver requests to be sent to HQ in Dublin.
Update the audit control file with monthly allocation figures and any other information necessary monthly.
Support the preparation of year-end financial statements, arrange, and support timely completion of year- end audit. Aid the FC to liaise with auditors with respect to donor and GOAL Dublin audit requirements and facilitate audit work.
Ensure payroll is timely prepared, accurate and complete, e.g. staff medical/end of service PRFs are review properly for review by AFC, end of Service benefit is computed for all departing staff in collaboration with HR Coordinator
Ensure all Statutory payments are processed accurately and paid on time such that fines are avoided.
Make recommendations to FC to help maintain and improve appropriate systems of internal control, particularly with respect to field office sites, and make use of IT where appropriate to improve financial systems.
Work with AFC-Donors to ensure that timesheets are correctly prepared and authorized to support the payroll and postings to Sage.
Carry out appraisals of all subordinates in an effective and timely manner in line with GOAL Sierra Leone’s

human resources manual.

Other tasks and responsibilities as directed by the immediate supervisor or senior management.

Maintain safe working environment for all staff/beneficiaries.
Ensure risk mitigation measures are in place and adhered to.
Ensure staff/beneficiaries fully understand Safeguarding reporting procedures.
Ensure Safeguarding measures are implemented within areas of responsibilities
Ensure do-no-harm to children and vulnerable adult we meet.
Follow-up, and address, Safeguarding issues appropriately.

Ability to work with SAGE, proficiency in advanced MS office software packages; proficiency in verbal and written English; firm belief in teamwork, demonstrated technical ability, sound judgment, ability to interact and work effectively with others at all levels; good communicator, facilitator and trainer; flexible and capable of working with an international country team; attention to detail, ability to work to deadlines.
Keeping confidentiality, accountability, excellence, adaptability, innovation, and coaching, facilitating change, planning and organizing

Degree in Accounting or related field with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience of which at least 2 years is at senior management role in an INGO.
Practical experience in management accounting including grants management, budgeting and donor reporting.
Master’s degree in accounting or ACCA qualified.
Resilience maintains focus and intensity and remains optimistic, persistent and professional even under adverse, stressful or difficult situations.
Continually looks to improve personal skills, knowledge and work and hence contributes to capacity building within the team and organization.

The candidate should be willing to travel to the field for documentation purposes.

Safeguarding Children and vulnerable adults a must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.

Accountability within GOAL Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity policies. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability :

Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, Code of Conduct, health and

safety, data protection and confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.

Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area.
Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

General terms and conditions GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. GOAL also has a confidentiality policy ensuring the non- disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of GOAL, acquired in the course of duty, to any other person or organisation without authority, except in the normal execution of duty. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies any job offer made is also subject to police clearance. GOAL is an equal opportunities employer.

If you have these skills and interested in joining our committed and dynamic Finance team, please send your cover letter and up-to-date CV to jobs@sl.goal.ie. on or before 5:30 pm – 28th February,2023

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED to:

employmentdesk71@gmail.com

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.

A commitment to GOAL values and GOAL’s integrity framework is critical to working with GOAL. Any candidate

offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability:

Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and

safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols;

Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area;
Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates.

GOAL provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”