🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Bible Society of Sierra Leone – 4 Positions

bible society sierra leoneBible Society of Sierra Leone is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Store Keeper
2.) Accountant
3.) Church Relations Officer
4.) Administrative and Human Resource Officer

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Store Keeper

Vacancy Announcement

Bible Society of Sierra Leone             

Applications are invited from a qualified and experienced person for the post of Storekeeper for a period of 2 years’ subject to renewal of contract in the Bible Society of Sierra Leone 2 Signal Hill Road Congo Cross, Freetown.

Position: Store Keeper

Overall responsibility will include but not limited to:

  • To exercise general control over all activities in stories department
  • To ensure safe keeping both as to quality and quantity of materials.
  • To maintain proper records
  • To initiate purchase requisitions for the replacement of stock of all regular stores items whenever the stock level of any item of store approaches the minimum limit fixed in respect thereof
  • To check the receive purchase materials forwarded by the receiving department and to arrange for the storage in appropriate place.
  • To issue materials only in the require quantities against authorized requisition

Requirement:

  • Knowledge of proper book keeping and inventory management.
  • Familiarity with standard concepts are best practical computations
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
  • Competencies in data entry, analysis and management
  • Keen attention to details and ability to effectively manage time
  • Skill to operate common office equipment
  • Minimum to high school diploma or equivalent
  • 2 + years of experience in store keeping, inventory control, or recordkeeping
  • Valid driver’s license will be an added advantage
  • Physical ability to frequent lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 Ibs.
  • Age range 30-40 years
  • Active and committed Christian
  • Must be married and in a good relationship with spouse

Method of application: 

Hard copies of application including a recent passport size photograph, Curriculum Vita, Certificate and Diploma, as contact details of referees (no relation) should be addressed to the General Secretary, Bible Society of Sierra Leone, 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo Cross on a brown envelop marked ‘’Confidential’’ at the top left-hand corner.

And on soft copy Email: biblesociety46.sl@gmail.com

Closing date for receipt of Application is: 9th August, 2024.

 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted


2.) Accountant

VACANCY ANNOUNVEMENT

 

Application are invited from a qualified and experienced person for the post of an Accountant for a period of 2 years to renewal of contract in the Bible Society of Sierra Leone 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo Cross, Freetown.

 

Position:  Accountant 

 

Responsible to: General Secretary

 

Purpose: Maintain the accounts of the Bible Society to provide up-to- date accurate information for the GS/CEO. Get involved in budget preparation and control as well as monitor performance against the budget. Make legitimate creditor payment as well as receive and deposit cash received in the bank and prepare bank reconciliation.

 

Overall responsibility will include but not limited to:

  1. Maintain the accounts of the Bible Society to provide up-to-date accurate information for the General Secretary and Partners.
  2. Get involved in the preparation and control as well as monitor performance against the budget.
  3. Make legitimate creditor payment as well as receive and deposit and prepare monthly cash received in the bank and prepare monthly bank reconciliation.
  4. Maintain regular Project Finance Report.
  5. Implement and maintain financial policies and procedures

Requirement:

  • Higher National Diploma or Bachelor in Science (applied accounting)
  • Experience in QuickBooks software
  • MSc in Finance or Membership of a professional organization will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge in project accounting will be an advantage.
  • Not less than 5 years’ experience as a Finance officer in a reputable organization
  • Age range: 35-45 years
  • Active and committed Christian
  • Excellent knowledge in computer skills
  • Good communication skills

Contract is very attractive.

 

Method of Application      

hard copies of Application including a recent passport size photograph, Curriculum Vitae, Copies of al certificate and Diplomas, as well as contact details of three referees (no relation) should be addressed to the General Secretary, Bible Society of Sierra Leone, 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo Cross on a brown envelope marked ‘’Confidential’’ at the top left-hand corner.

And on soft copy Email: biblesociety46.sl@gmail.com

Closing date for receipt of Application is 9th August, 2024

 

Only shortlisted applicant will be contracted.


3.) Church Relations Officer

 Vacancy Announcement

Applications are invited from a qualified and experienced person for the post of Church Relation Officer for a period of 2 years’ subject to renewal of contract in the Bible Society of Sierra Leone 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo Cross, Freetown.

Position: Church Relations Officer

Responsible to: The General Secretary

Overall responsibility will include but not limited to:

  • Informing the churches and general public of activities of the Society, especially the faith comes by Hearing (FCBH) Program.
  • Ensuring that there is a good relationship between the Bible Society of Sierra Leone and all the Churches and the general Public in order to arouse their prayers, financial and team support.
  • Maintain an effective membership base throughout the country.
  • Promote and encourage the use of local language Bible in Churches, Communities and by individuals.
  • Be strategic in planning programs and activities for fund raising.

Requirement:

  • Minimum degree in communication public Relations Certificate in Project Management and Development Studies will be an added advantage.
  • Five years relevant working experience with good reporting skills
  • Active and committed Christian with integrity
  • Must be married and in a good relationship with spouse
  • Minimum age 30 years
  • People oriented
  • Well motivated and passionate about people listening to scripture
  • Excellent knowledge in computer skills
  • Passionate about achieving targets
  • A current Driver’s License will be an advantage.

Method of application: 

Hard copies of application including a recent passport size photograph, Curriculum Vita, Certificate and Diploma, as contact details of referees (no relation) should be addressed to the General Secretary, Bible Society of Sierra Leone, 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo Cross on a brown envelop marked ‘’Confidential’’ at the top left-hand corner.

And on soft copy Email: biblesociety46.sl@gmail.com

Closing date for receipt of Application is 9TH August, 2024.

 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.


4.) Administrative and Human Resource Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNVEMENT

 

Vacancy exist for the position of an Administrative and Human Resource Officer at the Bible Society of Sierra Leone, 2 Signal Hill Road, Congo Cross, Freetown.

 

Position: Administrative and Human Resource Officer

 

Purpose of the Position: Oversee HR operations and administration unit for Bible Society of Sierra Leone (BSSL) and advises Management on Human Resources and administration issues.  He or she will be responsible for custodianship of HR policies and procedures, assist in development of the HR strategy, HR planning, recruitment, compensation and benefits management, employee relations, staff welfare, industrial relations matter and overall office maintenance, fleet management, supplies, safety and security.

Coach and mentor Administrative Assistant in training.

 

 Responsible to:    General Secretary

 

Overall responsibility will include but not limited:

  1. Supervising all staff in the Administrative Department  so that they can effectively perform work activities, which include employee recruitment, scheduling, payroll, benefits administration, internal relations, employee training, compliance and safety ,maintaining interoffice relationships and interpreting employment laws
  2. Preparing and or updating employment records relating to hiring, transferring, promoting, and terminating.
  3.  Reviewing human resources policies, employee/personnel procedures, code of conduct, bye laws, etc and explain standards to new and existing employees.
  4. Assisting in the preparation of the Bible Society of Sierra Leone Calendar of activities/events/daily rooster and ensuring effectiveness.
  5.  Ensuring  the  United Bible Societies Calendar of Events are kept and deadlines met
  6. Performing basic clerical duties including answering phones, maintaining contacts, records, and filing.
  7.  Performing basic material management function to include ordering stationary and other supplies.
  8. Supervising and monitoring a clean and orderly environment.
  9. Organize and schedule meetings and appointments
  10. Assisting in the preparation of regular schedule reports
  11. Managing all Bible Society in Sierra Leone’s catering requirements
  12. Arrange traveling and accommodation
  13. Performing any other duties assigned by the General Secretary or an authorized officer.

 

Knowledge of:

  1. Principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, and personnel information system.
  2. Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, co-ordination of people and resources.
  3. Structure and content of English Language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar.
  4. Labour and employment related laws, government regulations, agency rules and democratic political process.
  5. Human behaviour and performance; individual differences in ability,   personality, and interests; learning and motivation, assessment and treatment of behavioural and affective disorders.
  6. Human resource programme development to attract, reward and retain employees.
  1. Principles and methods of curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
  2. Computer applications that will assist to electronically manage HR related records, etc,

 

OTHER PERSONNEL SPECIFICATIONS:

  1. Eight years working experience with four of it in Human Resource Management field and at least three years’ experience at top management/administrative level
  2. Degree or Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management, Degree or Higher Diploma in Business Administration
  3.           Degree in Personnel Management, Industrial and Labour Relations would be required for top management position would be an added advantage
  4.           Good Presentation and communication Skills,
  5.         Drive, initiative and integrity
  6.           Adequate involvement in strategic plan and implementation in a reputable organization.
  7. Should not be less than 30 years and not more than 45 years at entrance level.
  8. Committed Christian with proving integrity.
  9. Demonstrate willingness to learn.

 

Method of Application:

Hard copies of Application including a recent passport size photograph, curriculum Vitae, Copies of all certificate and Diplomas, as well as contact details of two referees (no relation) should be addressed to the General Secretary, Bible Society of Sierra Leone, 2 signal Hill Road, Congo Cross on a brown envelop marked “Confidential” at the top left-hand corner.

 

Soft copy Email to be sent to: biblesociety46.sl@gmail.com

 

Closing date for receipt of Application is 9th August, 2024.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ ASA Microfinance (SL) Ltd – Head of Internal Audit

ASA Microfinance (Sierra Leone) Limited

ASA Microfinance (SL) Ltd is a fully owned entity of ASA International Group PLC (ASAI), a multinational conglomerate enlisted in the London Stock Exchange. ASAI delivers microfinance services in 13 countries in Asia and Africa. We are looking for an energetic Internal Audit professional to join the team with a long–term focus.

No. of Vacancies: 01

Major Responsibilities 

  1. Strategic 

Assist the Group Head of Internal Audit (GHIAin the development and implementation of riskbased annual internal audit plan in line with standards and methodology.

Identify and focus on emerging risk areas of entitymap with auditable entities/functions and help GHIA to include in the riskbased annual audit plan.

Plan and conduct audits to assess controlsoperational and technical efficiencies and compliance with selected policiesprocedures and regulations.

Process development 

Assist GHIA in developing and updating audit tools by considering IIA guidelinesIA manual, and different operationallegal and environmental changes of the entity etc. 

Leadership 

Maintain good relationships and work in collaborative approach with all key stakeholders across the entity

Provide leadership to the department’s staff and supervise development in line with GHIA guidance.

Develop and obtain approval of entity audit plan and financial budget for Audit and Risk Committee (ARCand monitor implementation.

Prepare and finalize ARC packs in collaboration with Group IA and entity management.

Play the role of member in different committees as required (I.e. GMCRMCCRisk Management Coordination Committee etc.).

Operational 

Conduct audits in line with Group IA methodologies

Work independently and guide field auditors in the entity regarding regular tasks.

Work closely with Group IA and help to deliver the riskbased annual audit plan while ensuring quality and within stated timelines

ASA

INTERNATIONAL

Maintain high–quality standards as guided by Group IA while delivering and executing the internal audit plan.

Track the issue and management action plans as part of audit followups and ensure timely validation.

Monitor the administrative issues and help GHIA to increase efficiency within the team

Conduct special assignments and fulfil the requirements following the timeline as required by management from time to time.

Reporting 

Directing the team for quality audit by ensuring the essential steps of the engagements.

Finalizing the reportsrisk and control document.

Ensure timely delivery of different Management Information System (MISreportsand data to assist GHIA and management from time to time

Team Building 

Ensure good behavioral practice exists among the auditors both within the IA team and the entity

Educational Requirements 

Masters in Accounting/Masters in other relevant subjects along with professional qualification (CA, CIA, CPACIMAACCA etc.).

Experience Requirements 

At least to 10 years of working experience in internal auditTechnology Auditand Statutory Audit.

Experienced well conversant with Audit Softwareand data analytics tools (e.g.PythonProgramming) are preferred.

Preferable experience is in the business area of NGOsBanks, Financial Institutionsand Multinational Companies.

Additional Job Requirements 

Age not over 45 years 

Must possess team spiritleadership qualities and be hardworking 

Excellent command of written and spoken English

Wellconversant with MS Excel (Above Average)MS Word, MS PowerPoint 

Should have effective communication skillscando attitudecan meet timelines and deadlinescan bring 

Only Sierra Leonean citizens are eligible to apply 

ASA

INTERNATIONAL

Job Location

Any part of Sierra Leone 

Salary: Negotiable

Other Company BenefitsAs per the Company HR policy 

Diversity & Equal Opportunity:

ASA Microfinance (SL) Ltd aims to attract and select diverse workforceensuring equal opportunity to everyoneirrespective of raceagegenderclassethnicitydisability, locationand religion

Submission of application: Interested applicants can send their application to louisa.hrm@asaslltd.com or hand deliver it to the Human Resources Department at ASA Microfinance (SLLtd 64 Lumley RoadWilberforce VillageFreetown on or before the 31st of July 2024.

Only short–listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Project HOPE – Finance and Operations Manager

Project HopePOSITION TYPE: Full Time, Local Hire

DURATION: 1 year with possibility of extension

LOCATION: Freetown, Sierra Leone (note that Project HOPE will not be covering relocation expenses)

POSITION TITLE: Finance and Operations Manager

DIVISION: Global Health

REPORTS TO: Country Representative

 

Vacancy Link: APPLY

Application Deadline: July 31, 2024

 

Project HOPE is an international NGO with employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 60-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.

 

Code of Conduct

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Finance and Operations Manager will maintain all accounts and financial records of Project HOPE Sierra Leone by accurately recording and monitoring all daily financial transactions in accordance with Project HOPE’s policies and procedures and organizational guidelines. They will prepare budgets, manage and reconcile accounts payable and receivable, prepare payment requisitions, assist with external audits, generate financial reports, and maintain a complete filing system to support the financial records and transactions of Project HOPE Sierra Leone. The Finance and Operations Manager will lead on all operational and administrative functions.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Procurement Support:

  1. Receive and review all procurement requisitions from the regional offices and program staff and collect all necessary information and documents before submitting them for approval.
  2. Coordinate and collaborate with staff and units to ensure efficient and effective dispatch and receiving of all goods, supplies and services required for timely, high-quality performance of the project.
  3. Coordinate with staff and units to initiate, document, track, and report on procurement, distribution, and delivery of goods and services.
  4. Establish and maintain updated records of procurement, logistics, asset inventories, movements (including staff movements), vendor price/cost analyses, vendor performance, local procurement and logistics laws, etc.

 

Finance and Accounting:

  1. Prepare all payment requisitions to suppliers in line with Project HOPE financial policies, donor requirements, and GAAP principles and submit them for approval.
  2. Enter all payment transactions into QuickBooks and other accounting systems as per various donors’ requests.
  3. Process all payments through Electronic Financial Transaction (EFT) payments.
  4. Monitor and control all regional petty cash logs, reconciliations, and replenishments in QuickBooks and other systems as per various donors’ requirements.
  5. Prepare mid-month and monthly bank reconciliations in order to monitor the movement of funds of all programs.
  6. Assist in collecting all missing tax invoices to be inserted in the VAT Returns before submission to the Receiver of Revenue.
  7. Process all payroll statutory payments and other payroll deductions withheld.
  8. Send Proof of Payments and related breakdowns of all payroll withholdings to the relevant institutions.
  9. Scan all payment vouchers and email them to Project HOPE HQ monthly.
  10. Maintain a complete filing system of electronic- and paper-based financial records.
  11. Assist the Global Operations & Finance (GOF) Team to institute effective control systems required to minimize risk inherent in the programs.
  12. Collect all missing supporting documents to be attached to payments as per donors’ requirements.
  13. Assist the Sierra Leone Country Representative and GOF team with all budget and cash forecast preparations.
  14. Assist the GOF team to prepare an audit file for internal and external auditors.
  15. Provide support services to technical staff and management to facilitate the achievement of targets.
  16. Support other Finance and Administrative staff at the regional offices.
  17. Lead administrative and HR functions and provide guidance on all HR and administrative processes to the HR & Admin Officer and other staff.

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration. A master’s degree is preferred.
  • 7 years’ experience in the field of accounting and administration, preferably with NGOs working on donor-funded health programming.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Physical demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
  • Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form.

 

Work environment:

  • Typical office environment with exposure to a minimal noise level.
  • Project HOPE employees work in the global health field and may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship”.

 

Due to the substantial number of inquiries, we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be considered. No phone calls please.

However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) – Political Finance Officer

Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC)Functional Title: Political Finance Officer

PPRC Grade: 8

Job Purpose:

The Political Finance Officer will assist the Commission to discharge its mandate as specified in Section 34 & 35 of the 1991 Constitution of Sierra Leone, the Political Parties Act No. 25 of 2022 and other relevant legislation.

Reporting: The Political Finance Officer will report to the Political Finance Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

•Assist the Political Finance Manager in ensuring Political Parties Submit their Annual Audited Financial Statements to the Commission

-With the supervision of the Political Finance Manager, track political parties to account for funds raised and ensure disclosure of same

•Assist in ensuring Political Parties submit to the Commission their sources of income, Statement of Assets and Liabilities

•Assist in monitoring Party funding via donations, contributions and other permissible sources

With the supervision of the Political Finance Manager, assist in ensuring political parties maintain the following records in their National and Regional offices; Lists of membership and executives of all cadres, donations, contributions and dues, Sources of their funding, Inventory of their Property, the mode of acquisition and time

•Under the supervision of the Political Finance Manager, assist in reviewing reports submitted by political parties on campaign expenditures, contributions, assets and liabilities (pre and post election declaration)

•Assist in reviewing Audited Financial Statements submitted by political parties

•Ensure that a suitable filing system is developed in the Department which captures and retains the relevant documents in an orderly manner

•Ensure compliance with all issues in relation to political finance by the political parties

•Provide technical support to political parties when required

•Prepare quarterly report for the attention of the Political Finance Manager

•Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance and Political Finance Manager

Required Skills and Experience

•Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field

•Minimum of 2-3years of experience in financial management, accounting, or a related field, preferably within a regulatory or governmental environment

•Demonstrated experience in political finance, campaign finance, or similar regulatory compliance roles

•Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and accounting principles.

•Deep understanding of political finance regulations and compliance requirements,

•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

•High level of integrity and ethical standards.

•Proficiency in financial management software and databases.

How to Apply

All Application Letter should be hand delivered or sent via email on pprcsierraleone@yahoo.com along all academic and supporting documents to the Office of the Director, Admin/ Human Resources, Political Parties Regulation Commission (PPRC) on DAU Drive, Tower Hill, Freetown on or before 25th July, 2024 by 4:45pm.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Late submission will not be accepted.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Brac Sierra Leone – 22 Positions

Brac Microfinance Sierra Leone Limited (BMSLL)Brac is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Branch Accountant
2.) Credit Officers (x20)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Branch Accountant (x2)

Position:  Branch Accountant

Vacancy: Two (02)

Are you a competent, dynamic and self-motivated individual? Apply to fill for the position of Branch Accountant 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 Area Accountant.

 

BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone (SL) Limited (BMSLL) was launched in 2008, and 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.

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:  

As the front line accountant you will be required to maintain good customer relationship with our clients, providing high quality service within policies and regulations of BRAC Microfinance. You will be expected to ensure that clients are treated with respect and are supported to realize their potential. You will be expected to maintain good conduct and represent the brand of BRAC to the public.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:

Your main responsibility will be to manage daily financial transactions, process and maintain related records for cash disbursement. Prepare accurate cash requisition as per cash flow avoiding excess cash in hand. You will verify and authenticate all transactions with approval from respective supervisors. Reconciling all financial record books as against the software system, ensure proper maintenance and execution of all types of finance related circulars and work according to the HR Policies. Assist the team to ensure all client related documentation for loan disbursement are accurate. You will also be required to prepare and submit periodic reports to your supervisor and management.

As an accountant you will also be expected to be a team player at the branch, maintaining cordial work relationships with your colleagues, clients and adopt to the culture of BRAC.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Promote a safe work environment in all your dealings.
  • Avoid actions, which may cause any form of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation of team members to achieve the program’s goals on safeguarding.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Bachelor Degree in Accounting and Finance or related field from a recognized institution.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

    • Ability to work in the field
    • Good interpersonal skills
    • Ability to work as a team player
  • Must be between 22 to 35 years of age
  • Honest and transparent in all dealings.
  • Flexible with ability to cope with stressful situation
  • Strong motivation and organization skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Willingness and ability to travel within the country and spend time in the field.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Attach photocopy of Nation ID Card, Passport or Birth Certificate
  • Attach copy of Academy Certificate

 

JOB LOCATION: Applicant will be posted to the branches as per the region in which their recruitment was done – Makeni, Bo, Waterloo & Freetown

If you feel you are the right fit for the above-mentioned position, follow the application instructions below;

Interested candidates need to send a signed application letter, citing the position being applied for, attaching an updated CV mentioning academic qualification, educational grades, copy of national ID and or birth certificate or passport. The application pack should be sent to our email recruitment.sierraleone@brac.net, OR hand delivered to any of our branch offices mentioned below.

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch Office – 42 Masuba Road , Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 42  Tecko Road , Makeni
  3. Magburaka Branch Office – 2 Jawara Drive ,New London , Makeni Road, Magburaka
  4. Kono Area Office – 29 Hill station, Kainkordu road Koidu Town, Kono

Freetown Region Addresses

  1. Dwazack Branch Office – 3A George Brook Dwazark
  2. Goderich Branch Office – 24 Peninsula Road Levuma Beach Juba Goderich
  3. Fullah Town Branch Office – 71 Kissy road
  4. Kissy Bye Pass Branch Office  – 24  Pyke Street Kissy Bye Pass
  5.  Jui Branch Office – 35 0ff Jui Road, Kossoh Town, Regent Highway

 

Bo Region Addresses

  1. Moriba Town Branch Office – 47 Fatmata Street, Sewa Road Section, Moriba Town, BO
  2. Blama Road Branch Office – 18 Hotagua Street, Blama Road Kenema
  3. Bo Branch Office – P.O. Box No. 31 – Bo Postal Building, 2 Mattru Road, BO

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

 

  1. Waterloo I Branch Office – 8 Leden Streets,Post Office, Waterloo
  2. Port Loko Branch Office – 51 Barracks Road (Alama Bridge), Portloko
  3. Waterloo – Waterloo Post Office – BRAC Application Box

 

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

 

Application deadline: 26th July 2024

 

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 – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC Microfinance (SL) Limited is an equal opportunity employer.


2.) Credit Officers (x20)

Position:  Credit Officers

Vacancy: Twenty (20)

Are you a competent, dynamic and self-motivated individual? Apply to fill for the position of credit officers 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) was launched in 2008, and 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.

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: 

As the front line staff you will be required to maintain good customer relationship with our clients, providing high quality service within policies and regulations of BRAC Microfinance. You will be expected to ensure that clients are treated with respect and are supported to realize their potential. You will be expected to maintain good conduct and represent the brand of BRAC to the public.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:

Your main responsibility will be to grow the business through smart growth of the portfolio. To achieve growth targets you will be required to conduct market survey to recruit new members, facilitate group formation, train new and existing members, disburse smart loans, oversee repayment collection and maintain good portfolio quality. You will also be required to prepare and submit periodic reports to your supervisor and management.

As a credit officer you will also be expected to be a team player at the branch, maintaining cordial work relationships with your colleagues and adopt to the culture of BRAC.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Promote a safe work environment in all your dealings.
  • Avoid actions, which may cause any form of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation of team members to achieve the program’s goals on safeguarding.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution.

 

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

    • Ability to work in the field
    • Good interpersonal skills
    • Ability to work as a team player
  • Diploma holders must be between 22 to 30 years of age.
  • Degree holders must be between 22 to 32 years of age.
  • Honest and transparent in all dealings.
  • Flexible with ability to cope with stressful situation
  • Strong motivation and organization skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English
  • Willingness and ability to travel within the country and spend time in the field.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Attach photocopy of Nation ID Card, Passport or Birth Certificate
  • Attach copy of Academic Certificate

 

JOB LOCATION: Applicant will be posted to the branches as per the region in which their recruitment was done – Makeni, Bo, Waterloo & Freetown

If you feel you are the right fit for the above-mentioned position, follow the application instructions below;

Interested candidates need to send a signed application letter, citing the position being applied for, attaching an updated CV mentioning academic qualification, educational grades, copy of national ID and or birth certificate or passport. The application pack should be sent to our email recruitment.sierraleone@brac.net, OR hand delivered to any of our branch offices mentioned below.

Makeni Region Addresses

  1. Masuba Branch Office – 42 Masuba Road , Makeni
  2. OIC Ropolo Branch Office – 42  Tecko Road , Makeni
  3. Magburaka Branch Office – 2 Jawara Drive ,New London , Makeni Road, Magburaka
  4. Wara Wara Branch Office – 10 Immam Street , Bankolia Kabala, Koinadugu
  5. Looking Town Branch Office – 5 Jibrilla Street , Looking town,  Makeni
  6. Kono Area Office – 29 Hill station, Kainkordu road Koidu Town, Kono
  7. Koquima Branch Office – 61 A Masingbi Road, Lebanon Koidu Town, Kono
  8. Masingbi Branch Office – 1 Magburaka Road , Masingbi,Tonkolili
  9. Karene Branch Office – 53 Looking Town, Kamakwie City
  10. Matotoka Branch Office – Kono Highway , Matotoka
  11. Mongo Town Branch Office – 37 Kaifiya Road, Mongo Town, Bendugu Town

Freetown Region Addresses

  1. Aberdeen Branch Office – 63 Murray Town Road Free Town
  2. Kroo Town Branch Office – Dungan Street, Off Campbell Street
  3. Dwazack Branch Office – 3A George Brook Dwazark
  4. Wilberforce Branch Office – 37 Spur Road Wilberforce
  5. Goderich Branch Office – 24 Peninsula Road Levuma Beach Juba Goderich
  6. Hill Station Branch Office – 12 St. Paul Drive, Imatt, Hill Station
  7. Fullah Town Branch Office – 71 Kissy road
  8. Kissy Bye Pass Branch Office  – 24  Pyke Street Kissy Bye Pass
  9. Tagrin Branch Office – 143 Ferry Road, Royema, Lungi
  10.  Grass Field Branch Office  – 23 Old Railway Line, Brima Lane
  11.  Calaba Town Branch Office – 346 Bai Bureh Road Calaba Town
  12. Jui Branch Office – 42 Jui Waterloo-Highway, Freetown

 

Bo Region Addresses

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

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

 

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

 

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

 

Application deadline: 26th July, 2024

 

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 – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC Microfinance (SL) Limited is an equal opportunity employer.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Trocaire – 3 Positions

TrocaireTrocaire is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) EU Project Coordinator
2.) Finance & Admin Assistant Intern
3.) Finance Officer Intern

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) EU Project Coordinator

VACANCY NOTICE 

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and  with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises  they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.

Job Title: EU Project Coordinator 

Location of position: Freetown, Sierra Leone

EU Project Coordinator – The EU Project Coordinator is responsible for the overall implementation of a  EU contract focusing on supporting Gender Equality & Social Accountability through a strengthened civil  society in 14 wards in Western Area Rural, Kambia and Bombali districts.

Requirement 

  • Graduate university degree in Development of related field of study.

Experience: 

  • At least 5 years of demonstrable experience in the management of development of projects, Key Responsibilities:  
  • Provide overall support to partners in project implementation and ensure timely and qualitative  implementation of the project by partners in line with Trócaire and donor requirements and  regulations.
  • Act as a focal point for the project with the partners in the field; and ensure effective referral and  support on technical issues by relevant Trocaire Technical Advisors, Program Accountant. • Work closely with the Business Development and Grants Manager to ensure donor compliance,  grants management and timely reporting.
  • Organise Implementation Committee meetings with implementing partners. • Conduct frequent field visits to the project sites to assess activities and ensure efficient use of  resources.
  • Review the Project Budget versus Actual reports to avoid under/overspending and ensure  accurate budget forecasting and expense planning.
  • Take the lead in ensuring quality and timely implementation activities to strengthen the  managerial, organisational, technical and financial capacities of local CSOs and CBOs to  effectively promote women’s inclusion and participation in governance and developmental  processes.

Closing Date For Applications is 12th July 2024 

The successful applicant will be expected to sign up to and adhere to Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policy 


2.) Finance & Admin Assistant Intern

Job Title: Finance & Admin Assistant Intern 

Location: Freetown – Sierra Leone 

Date: June 2024 

Description of the  

unit / department: 

Reporting to: 

Contract Duration: Background to the  role: 

Safeguarding1 

Children Policy: 

Key duties and  

responsibilities:

Trócaire is one of Ireland’s leading INGO’s, with over 50 years’ of experience  in international development. Trócaire works through a partnership  approach and is a member of worldwide networks such as Caritas and  CIDSE. This is an exciting time in the history of the organisation as we embark  on our new strategic plan for 2016-2020. 

In Sierra Leone, Trócaire is working with partners to bring about positive and  lasting changes around women’s socio-economic and political  empowerment, as well as the needs of people and communities affected by  the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Currently four programmes (Gender,  Governance, Sustainable Livelihoods, Emergency Preparedness and  Response) are being implemented by 15 partners, but under Trócaire’s new  strategic plan, they will all be joined into a single integrated programme  model.

Head of Finance and Administration

3 Months

The Finance & Admin Assistant Intern has responsibility of supporting the  implementation of general finance and admin functions for the Sierra Leone  office. The Finance & Admin Assistant Intern works in close collaboration  with the Head of Finance and Administration, Finance Officer and  Administrative Officer to achieve strategic and operational goals of Trócaire  in Sierra Leone.

The successful applicant will be expected to sign up to and adhere to  Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policy.

Financial control, reporting and internal processes: 

• Guided by the HFA and FO, ensure that the Trocaire organisational  financial policies and procedures are adhered to and implemented in a  standardised manner across the country programme.

• Assists in the preparation of the petty cash on excel and disbursement  of funds.

• Assists in improvement of work processes and increase efficiency  within the scope of responsibility.

• Assist with donor, external and internal control audits as required.

• Assists if the need requires for Field payments in support to the program  team.

 

1 All offers of employment with Trócaire may be subject to Garda Vetting/PSNI clearance.  All new hires are required to complete a Self-Declaration Form and sign up to our Code of Behaviour  contained in our Safeguarding Children Policy. For additional information please consult the Human  Resources Department in our Head Office.

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Operational 

  • Assist with Processing of daily financial needs of Trócaire in Sierra Leone  in a timely manner.
  • Assist with filing of supporting documentation including vouchers are

in place for all financial transactions.

  • To ensure that all finance documents are properly managed (original

and copies), secure and complete.

Admin 

  • Liaising with suppliers and vendors.
  • Assist with Partner Finance Workshops.
  • Assist with hotel bookings up country.
  • Assist with stock taking of stationery and office suppliers.
  • Coordinating accommodation for for visitors and staff travelling to the  districts

Ad-Hoc 

  • Any other ad-hoc tasks, which may be assigned from time to time by

the HOF, FO or Administrator commensurate with the general thrust of

this job description.

Person Specification – Essential Requirements (E) 

(E) Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree, Higher National Diploma, Ordinary Diploma or  Certificate in Business Administration or another relevant discipline.

(E) Experience 

(E) Skills • Flexibility, problem-solving skills, accuracy, ability to work under  pressure and good communications skills.

(E) Qualities • High level of reliability, dynamism, objectivity and integrity.

• Strong value driven in line with Trόcaire.

(E) Other • Basic knowledge of Excel, Word and email software.

• Knowledge of electronic and paper filing systems.

  • Availability to travel regularly to partners’ offices outside of Freetown.

Closing Date For Applications is 12th July 2024 

Send your applications to :fatmata.barrie@trocaire.org or bring hard copy  of your application to Trocaire office @ 31c Lower pipe Line Off Wilkinson  Road 

The successful applicant will be expected to sign up to and adhere to  Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policy


3.) Finance Officer Intern

Job Title: Finance Officer Intern 

Location: Freetown – Sierra Leone 

Date: June 2024 

Description of the  

unit / department: 

Reporting to: 

Contract Duration: Background to the  role: 

Safeguarding1 

Children Policy: 

Key duties and  

responsibilities:

Trócaire is one of Ireland’s leading INGO’s, with over 50 years’ of experience  in international development. Trócaire works through a partnership  approach and is a member of worldwide networks such as Caritas and  CIDSE. This is an exciting time in the history of the organisation as we embark  on our new strategic plan for 2016-2020. 

In Sierra Leone, Trócaire is working with partners to bring about positive and  lasting changes around women’s socio-economic and political  empowerment, as well as the needs of people and communities affected by  the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Currently four programmes (Gender,  Governance, Sustainable Livelihoods, Emergency Preparedness and  Response) are being implemented by 15 partners, but under Trócaire’s new  strategic plan, they will all be joined into a single integrated programme  model.

Head of Finance and Administration

3 Months

The Finance Officer intern has responsibility for the implementation of  general finance functions for the Sierra Leone office. The Finance officer  intern works in close collaboration with the Finance Officer to achieve  strategic and operational goals of Trócaire in Sierra Leone.

The successful applicant will be expected to sign up to and adhere to  Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policy.

Financial control, reporting and internal processes: 

• Guided by the HFA, ensure that the Trocaire organisational financial  policies and procedures are adhered to and implemented in a  standardised manner across the country programme.

• Assist the HFA and Finance Officer on following up on any issues arising  from the monthly reports making any corrections as deemed  necessary.

• Keep the HFA advised of all situations which have the potential for a  negative impact on internal controls or financial management.  • Assists in improvement of work processes and increase efficiency  within the scope of responsibility.

• Assist with donor, external and internal control audits as required, and  in the implementation of recommendations internally.

 

1 All offers of employment with Trócaire may be subject to Garda Vetting/PSNI clearance.  All new hires are required to complete a Self-Declaration Form and sign up to our Code of Behaviour  contained in our Safeguarding Children Policy. For additional information please consult the Human  Resources Department in our Head Office.

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Operational 

  • Assist with Processing of daily financial needs of Trócaire in Sierra Leone  in a timely manner.
  • Ensure day to day banking requirements are met.
  • Ensure that supporting documentation including vouchers are in place

for all financial transactions.

  • To ensure that all finance documents are properly managed (original

and copies), secure and complete.

  • Ensure that staff floats are managed in accordance with Trócaire

procedures.

  • Ensure that monthly bank reconciliations are completed on a timely

basis and that the final reconciliation are duly reviewed and signed of

  • Assist with payment of Trόcaire Sierra Leone national tax obligations

by making tax payments on time.

Ad-Hoc 

  • Any other ad-hoc tasks, which may be assigned from time to time by

the HFA commensurate with the general thrust of this job description.

Person Specification – Essential Requirements (E) 

(E) Qualification • Bachelor’s degree, Higher National Diploma, Ordinary Diploma or  Certificate in Business Administration or another relevant discipline.

(E) Experience 

(E) Skills • Flexibility, problem-solving skills, accuracy, ability to work under  pressure and good communications skills.

(E) Qualities • High level of reliability, dynamism, objectivity and integrity.

• Strong value driven in line with Trόcaire.

(E) Other • Basic knowledge of Excel, Word and email software.

• Knowledge of electronic and paper filing systems.

  • Availability to travel regularly to partners’ offices outside of Freetown.

Closing Date For Applications is 12th July 2024 

Send your applications to :fatmata.barrie@trocaire.org or bring hard copy 

of your application to Trocaire office @ 31c Lower pipe Line Off Wilkinson  Road 

The successful applicant will be expected to sign up to and adhere to  Trócaire’s Safeguarding Policy

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Aberdeen Womens’ Centre – Finance Officer

Aberdeen Women’s Centre (AWC)JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: JOB LOCATION: EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Finance Officer Freetown Office Full Time

 

Departmental Unit: Reports to: No. of Position:
Finance Finance Manager One

 

Coordinates/Liaisons with:  All Employees, and Departments

 

Primary Responsibilities

The Finance Officer shall provide operational financial support to the Finance Manager, and will be responsible for the effective and efficient execution of all agreed project/activities/tasks. S/he will be supervised by and report to the Finance Manager. The position is a Performance Based Contract with a six month probation period. Position is subject to quarterly Performance Assessment and contractual re-engagement will be subject to satisfactory performance at the end of the calendar year.

 

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

  1. Ensure that financial reports are prepared in an accurate manner, and in accordance with the International Accounting Standards, and submitted on time.
  2. Prepare monthly and end of year financial statements, Perform reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts and their respective schedules monthly. All variances must be explained in writing.
  3. Ensure that the Trial Balance Report reconciles with Monthly Income & Expenditure Report.
  4. Based on monthly financial and database reports, prepare financial performance indicators for the organisation.
  5. In the absence of the Finance Manager and the Accountant, participate in the monthly supervisors’ meetings for budget review and strategic planning.
  6. Maintain accountable and transparent financial management systems, policies and procedures
  7. Track donor funding and budgets, file contracts and ensure AWC fulfils the contract in order to keep the funding.
  8. Institute necessary internal control measures to prevent fraud and errors which are likely to undermine public confidence in AWC.
  9. Correct application of all accounting procedures and safe-keeping of all payment vouchers, invoices and relevant documents after making payment. Keeping the cash under lock and key according to  AWC’s policies
  10. Ensuring that all payments have been approved by the appropriately authorized staff and are properly coded (donor and account code) prior to payment
  11. Ensure that all staff complete all required forms supporting the procurement, and personnel policies.
  12. Prepares weekly and monthly bank reconciliations in the cash books as well as Updates and reconciles all client financial information
  13. Ensure ad-hoc examinations of petty cash match to all supporting documents and reports all the time.
  14. Liaise with heads of department to prepare accurate and realistic annual budget proposals and forecasts.
  15. Monthly update of Fixed Asset Register, preparing and posting depreciation therefrom. Liaise with the maintenance and domestic team on the management of project assets, facilities and logistical services
  16. Perform any other duties as assigned and needed inherent to the position.

 

Performance Standards:  

  • Ability to establish goals, structures and processes necessary to implement the organization’s mission and strategic vision.
  • Ability to use an analytical approach to resolve issues in the area of responsibility.
  • Excellent computer skills required
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Comprehensive financial process knowledge.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Part-Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA), A Bachelor Degree in accounting or MBA/MSc will be an added advantage.
  • A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience in a financial and/or accounting capacity.

 

Interested candidates who meets the criteria’s should send an updated Curriculum

Vitae and Cover letter to the email address-   awc.recruitment@aberdeenwomenscentre.org  on or before Tuesday 9th July 2024 at 5:00pm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Brac Sierra Leone – 3 Positions

Brac Microfinance Sierra Leone Limited (BMSLL)Brac is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone:

1.) Technical Sector Officer – Agriculture
2.) Technical Sector Officer – Livestock
3.) Regional Accountant

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Technical Sector Officer – Agriculture

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 programs to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world’s biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.

 

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. It started its first program outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 and has since reached millions of people in 11 countries in Asia and Africa. BRAC has a holistic approach to development that uses a wide array of programs and social enterprises, including in microfinance, education, health, agriculture, gender and human rights. BRAC believes that every person has inherent potential, and when an enabling environment is created and that potential is unleashed, even the poorest can become agents of positive change in their own lives, for their families and their communities.

 

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME:

In 2022, the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BRAC International (BI) announced an initiative that is creating a positive and measurable impact for 1.2 million adolescent girls and young women and 9.5 million people across seven countries in East and West Africa, including Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda.

 

There is mounting urgency to support adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living in poverty, which was further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches are being delivered in communities to foster the agency and voice of AGYW. They will have the opportunity to fulfil their aspirations, achieve sustainable livelihoods, and engage in advocacy issues.

 

BRAC Sierra Leone is implementing an integrated and holistic model to address the various life cycles of a young woman living in poverty, ensuring she can transition safely from adolescence to adulthood. She will be equipped with the appropriate skills, tools, and access to finance to effectively exercise her agency and build a fulfilling and productive livelihood.

 

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

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: Technical Sector Officer- Agriculture
Reporting to: Regional Manager and Technical Coordinator LMD, AIM
Level/Grade: TBD
Number of direct reports: N/A
Number of positions: Three (3)

 

JOB PURPOSE:

The role of Technical Sector Officer, Agriculture (TSO-Agriculture)  will provide hands on support to the Technical Coordinator and Regional Manager – AIM to ensure the planning and delivery of all agriculture related livelihood interventions, including supporting localized market assessments; training on livelihood pathways; asset mapping, procurement, distribution and management are done effectively.This role will also provide training to frontline staff on the newly developed training materials; help develop the detailed participant training rollout plans and support the cascading down of the training. The role will also support the operations team in budgeting, in ensuring quality procurement, asset distribution and asset management support.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Technical Sector Support 
  • Support the planning and delivery of livelihood activities in agriculture and farming including training, asset procurement and transfer, asset follow-up, facilitating linkages with market actors and service providers.
  • Provide support to the Technical Coordinators for the development of specific livelihood pathways training modules, as needed.
  • Support the training of front line staff on the newly developed training materials; finalize the participant training rollout plans and provide logistics and planning support to the cascading down of the training.
  • Support the budgeting, planning and delivery of all agriculture related livelihood interventions, including supporting localized market assessments; training on chosen livelihood pathways; entrepreneurship training; asset mapping, procurement, distribution and management.
  • Support the facilitation of relevant linkages to TVET, apprenticeship and entrepreneurship.
  • Support the training of branch staff and ensure the participant’s economic needs assessment and market assessments are done effectively prior to livelihood selection.
  • Support the selection and training of the Community Agriculture Promoter and ensure they are ready to provide service to participants.
  • Be informed of and compile a full list of national laws and regulations, disseminate this knowledge with field teams and ensure all livelihoods and market development interventions are developed in accordance with the existing laws.
  • Perform periodic review of training modules and make necessary changes, as needed in joint collaboration with the Technical Coordinator – LMD.
  • Support the Technical Coordinator – GESI for to effectively integrate GESI considerations in program activities, including making accommodations for vulnerable groups such as PWDs, IDP, refugees, and other relevant underrepresented groups.
  • Coordination and Planning Support 
  • Support communication with key stakeholders (government and non-government) and collect relevant training materials that can be used to develop/strengthen/ contextualize BRAC’s training materials.
  • Support coordination with a range of stakeholders, including government entities, INGOs, CSOs, YDC members, service providers, to support delivery of interventions.
  • Reporting Support 
  • Regularly check MIS and ensure proper reporting, data accuracy and validation

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the program 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 and encourage others to do so.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Communication skills
  • Computer literacy skills (MS Excel & Power point)
  • Internet Knowledge
  • Excellent time management, problem prevention and problem-solving skills
  • Computer handling
  • Analytical skill
  • Planning

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

BSc in agriculture/crop production/forestry or any other related subject.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in programs focused on livelihoods or economic development.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE

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

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

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

 

Application deadline: 7th July 2024

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.


2.) Technical Sector Officer – Livestock

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 programs to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world’s biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.

 

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. It started its first program outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 and has since reached millions of people in 11 countries in Asia and Africa. BRAC has a holistic approach to development that uses a wide array of programs and social enterprises, including in microfinance, education, health, agriculture, gender and human rights. BRAC believes that every person has inherent potential, and when an enabling environment is created and that potential is unleashed, even the poorest can become agents of positive change in their own lives, for their families and their communities.

 

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME:

In 2022, the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BRAC International (BI) announced an initiative that is creating a positive and measurable impact for 1.2 million adolescent girls and young women and 9.5 million people across seven countries in East and West Africa, including Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda.

 

There is mounting urgency to support adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living in poverty, which was further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches are being delivered in communities to foster the agency and voice of AGYW. They will have the opportunity to fulfil their aspirations, achieve sustainable livelihoods, and engage in advocacy issues.

 

BRAC Sierra Leone is implementing an integrated and holistic model to address the various life cycles of a young woman living in poverty, ensuring she can transition safely from adolescence to adulthood. She will be equipped with the appropriate skills, tools, and access to finance to effectively exercise her agency and build a fulfilling and productive livelihood.

 

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

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: Technical Sector Officer- Livestock
Reporting to: Regional Manager and Technical Coordinator LMD, AIM
Level/Grade: TBD
Number of direct reports: N/A
Number of positions: Three (3)

 

JOB PURPOSE:

The role of Technical Sector Officer, Livestock (TSO-L)  will provide hands on support to the Technical Coordinator and Regional Manager – AIM to ensure all livelihood and market development activities, including implementation of livelihoods, market development and market facilitation activities, are effectively delivered and on time. This role will also provide support to develop and contextualize asset-specific training modules; train frontline staff on the newly developed training materials; help develop the detailed participant training rollout plans and support the cascading down of the training. The role will also support the operations team in budgeting, in ensuring quality procurement, asset distribution and asset management support.

 

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Technical Sector Support 
  • Support the planning and delivery of livelihood activities in  livestock and poultry;  including training, asset procurement and transfer, asset follow-up, facilitating linkages with market actors and service providers.
  • Provide support to the Technical Coordinators for the development of specific livelihood pathways training modules, as needed.
  • Support the training of front line staff on the newly developed training materials; finalize the participant training rollout plans and provide logistics and planning support to the cascading down of the training.
  • Support the budgeting, planning and delivery of all livestock related livelihood interventions, including supporting localized market assessments; training on chosen livelihood pathways and entrepreneurship; asset mapping, procurement, distribution and management.
  • Support the facilitation of relevant linkages to TVET, apprenticeship and entrepreneurship.
  • Support the training of branch staff and ensure the participant’s economic needs assessment/economic profiling and market assessments are done effectively prior to livelihood selection.
  • Support the selection and training of the  Community Livestock Promoter and ensure they are ready to provide service to participants.
  • Be informed of and compile a full list of national laws and regulations (such as quarantine requirements for livestock), disseminate this knowledge with field teams and ensure all livelihoods and market development interventions are developed in accordance with the existing laws.
  • Perform periodic review of training modules and make necessary changes, as needed in joint collaboration with the Technical Coordinator – LMD.
  • Support the Technical Coordinator – GESI for to effectively integrate GESI considerations in program activities, including making accommodations for vulnerable groups such as PWDs, IDP, refugees, and other relevant underrepresented groups.
  • Coordination and Planning Support 
  • Support communication with key stakeholders (government and non-government) and collect relevant training materials that can be used to develop/strengthen/ contextualize BRAC’s training materials.
  • Support coordination with a range of stakeholders, including government entities, INGOs, CSOs, YDC members, service providers, to support delivery of interventions.
  • Reporting Support 
  • Regularly check MIS and ensure proper reporting, data accuracy and validation

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the program 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 and encourage others to do so.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

  • Communication skills
  • Computer literacy skills (MS Excel & Power point)
  • Internet Knowledge
  • Excellent time management, problem prevention and problem-solving skills
  • Computer handling
  • Analytical skill
  • Planning

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

DVM/BSc in animal husbandry or any other related subject.

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in programs focused on livelihoods or economic development.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE

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

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

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

 

Application deadline: 7th July 2024

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.


3.) 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 programs to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world’s biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.

 

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed. It started its first program outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 and has since reached millions of people in 11 countries in Asia and Africa. BRAC has a holistic approach to development that uses a wide array of programs and social enterprises, including in microfinance, education, health, agriculture, gender and human rights. BRAC believes that every person has inherent potential, and when an enabling environment is created and that potential is unleashed, even the poorest can become agents of positive change in their own lives, for their families and their communities.

 

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

 

In 2022, the Mastercard Foundation in partnership with BRAC International (BI) announced an initiative that is creating a positive and measurable impact for 1.2 million adolescent girls and young women and 9.5 million people across seven countries in East and West Africa, including Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda.

 

There is mounting urgency to support adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) living in poverty, which was further amplified by the global pandemic. Through this partnership, scalable economic development approaches are being delivered in communities to foster the agency and voice of AGYW. They will have the opportunity to fulfill their aspirations, achieve sustainable livelihoods, and engage in advocacy issues.

 

BRAC Sierra Leone is implementing an integrated and holistic model to address the various life cycles of a young woman living in poverty, ensuring she is able to transition safely from adolescence to adulthood. She will be equipped with the appropriate skills, tools, and access to finance to effectively exercise her agency and build a fulfilling and productive livelihood.

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

 

Programme: Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title: Regional Accountant – AIM
Reporting to: Finance Manager
Level/Grade: TBD
Location Waterloo
Number of positions: 1

 

JOB PURPOSE:

The purpose of this position: Responsible for all the accounting of the AIM financial operation in the regional office. The position holder is generally responsible for get keeper for BRAC finance internal control system, manage financial documents, 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 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Facilitate cash payment requests and ensure the fund balance as per program need by weekly and monthly.
  • Analyze and code financial transactions
  • Prepare journal vouchers with complete entries and present for approval
  • Manage and oversee filing and documentations as completeness and timeliness
  • Post transactions into SBI Cloud online accounting software on a daily basis
  • Perform monthly accounts reconciliation including (A/R, A/P, Bank, Cash, Prepayments, etc.)
  • Due consideration of double entries in cost accounting method
  • Check and collect bank statements, credit advice and debit advice on a weekly 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 UpToDate and identify abnormal balances and take corrective reconciliation
  • At least 15 days travel for field visit from Regional office to Branch Offices.
  • Ensure transaction descriptions are posted only according to the standardized form
  • Ensure end of the month all the noncash amounts should not keep in the project need to transfer to Control
  • Perform bank reconciliation on monthly basis and send to the AIM finance manager
  • Monitor the cash position of the regional office and request cash from the country office for wire transfer

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

 

  • Read, understand, practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
  • Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

 

    • Strong, smart, and ready to work.
    • Healthy and honest
  • Punctuality

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounts, related field.

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 4 years working experience in NGO in financial sector
  • Hands on experience with statistical analysis

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE

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

Candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades and years of experience at bimcf.sierraleone@brac.net

 

Please mention the name of the position in the subject bar.

 

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

 

Application deadline: 5th July 2024

BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation – regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of prior issues regarding sexual or other misconduct and criminal records and our values are a part of our Performance Management System.

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Last Mile Health – Coordinator, Finance

Last Mile HealthThe Role

At Last Mile Health (LMH), we are all stewards of our reputation and our resources. Do you have the ability to perform daily finance activities including processing the project advance request, advance liquidation documentation, accounts payable, and office safe ledger?  If so then you may be our next Coordinator, Finance.

As the Coordinator, Finance for the Sierra Leone program, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth financial operations necessary for the program’s success. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, the Coordinator’s responsibilities will encompass a broad spectrum of tasks vital to the program’s functioning. From meticulously reviewing and processing project budget requests to managing advance liquidation documentation, the Coordinator will be at the forefront of financial oversight, ensuring compliance and accuracy in every transaction. The meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach will be essential in maintaining financial stability and accountability within the program.

In addition to handling budget requests and advance liquidation, the Coordinator, Finance will also be tasked with processing and meticulously tracking day-to-day financial transactions. This role will require a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving, as you navigate the complexities of financial management within the program.

 

This position is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone, and is only open to candidates who are Sierra Leonean Nationals currently located in Sierra Leone. It will be hired on a 6-month fixed-term contract with the potential for renewal.

 

Project Details:

  • Commitment – 6 months at 40 hours per week
  • Start date – July, 2024
  • Location –Freetown, Sierra Leone
  • Remuneration range- $535 -$891 USD per month

What you’ll do

Finance and Reporting

  • Perform daily finance activities including processing of the project advance request, advance liquidation documentation, accounts payable, and office safe ledger
  • Lead the liquidation process for the SL team including collection and filing of documentation, review of liquidation forms from staff, tracking of liquidations against cash disbursed
  • Assist with completing monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts including bank accounts, office safe accounts, activity advance accounts
  • Liaise with team members in managing cash disbursements and record-keeping

Compliance and Bank Management

  • Organize the Google Shared Drive- Finance folder implementing LMH Org-wide knowledge management guidance and ensuring effective access to financial information by both SL and global team members
  • Trips to our banking partners to retrieve and distribute funds for project implementation activities
  • Trips to National Social Security and Insurance Trust (NASSIT) to submit monthly payment support

What You’ll Bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Budget tracking and expenditure analysis
  • Highly oriented and organized in work, ability to meet assigned deadlines
  • Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and external stakeholders to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results
  • Professional level expertise in working with accounting software (across currencies), and advanced level of Excel
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

You’ll Impress Us If

  • Good understanding of non-profit accounting principles
  • Familiarity with global public health NGOs.

About Last Mile Health

Last Mile Health partners with governments to design, scale, strengthen, and sustain high-quality community health systems, which empower teams of community and frontline health workers to bring life-saving primary healthcare to the world’s most remote communities. LMH is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.lastmilehealth.org.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at LMH. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.