Chemonics is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) M&E/KMC Specialist
2.) MIS Specialist

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) M&E/KMC Specialist

SCOPE OF WORK

Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement Supply Management (GHSC-PSM)  

Sierra Leone  

TITLE: M&E/KMC Specialist

The USAID Global Health Supply Chain Program – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM)  project in Sierra Leone is the primary vehicle through which USAID (1) procures and provides health  commodities, (2) provides technical assistance to improve partner countries’ management of the supply  chain, and (3) collaborates with key international stakeholders to support global health initiatives. The  Sierra Leone office primarily work under the project’s President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) task order to  provide health commodity procurement and supply chain technical assistance.

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and Knowledge Management and Communications (KMC) Specialist  will be responsible for providing key technical support in the implementation of M&E and KMC project  activities. The M&E /KMC Specialist will lead the development of the project M&E plan, promote data  quality through periodic assessments and implement project’s communications, including developing  stories and social media posts, reports, newsletters, and abstracts.

Key Responsibilities  

M&E specific tasks 

• Lead the development of the project’s M&E plan by identifying indicators and organizing data  collection in accordance with the M&E plan.
• Lead in evaluating systems, identifying gaps in their functionality, and monitoring and tracking  the use of supply chain solutions across Sierra Leone.
• Promote creation of standardized reports to better inform decision making at the central and  district levels.
• Provide on the ground monitoring and data quality assessments to track progress towards  achieving project’s results using key performance indicators.
• Maintain the M&E system, periodically evaluate its effectiveness, and adjust as necessary to  provide the project with accurate and useful data.
• In collaboration with the MIS Specialist and Supply Chain Specialist, review malaria program  related data and submit routine M&E data to the GHSC-PSM reporting platform.  • Assist with the development of project annual work plans; monitor project progress against the  work plan deliverables and reporting requirements.
• Work collaboratively with technical teams to meet needs for project communication consistent  with USAID standards.

KMC related tasks 

• Identify stories from technical materials, such as reports and conference abstracts, and develop  them into stories that follow a clear narrative arc, showcase the project’s work, and appeal to a  non-technical audience.
• Develop content, such as reports, two-pagers, case studies, articles, blogs, social media,  newsletter, presentations, conference materials, videos, and podcasts for publications.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of technically relevant experience in either M&E or Communications or master’s degree with two years of technically relevant experience.
• Experience producing key performance indicators for project performance.
• Experience conducting data quality assessments and reporting.
• Knowledge of supply chain management, logistics systems, data warehousing, and data  visualization considerations preferred.
• Experience developing professional content for websites, social media, and conference  presentations.
• Experience in capacity building including curriculum development and providing trainings.
• Highly organized, able to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks; works well under pressure.
• Demonstrated creative and analytical skills.
• Experience working with government partners at the national or regional levels.
• Experience working with international donors; USAID experience preferred.
•  Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Computer skills in Word, Excel, Access, and other programs required (some experience with a  statistical package such as SPSS, STATA, SurveyCTO, PowerBI or SAS preferred).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Location: This position based in Freetown, Sierra Leone and may require some regional travel  Supervision: The M&E/KMC Specialist will report to the GHSC-PSM Resident Malaria Advisor Application Instructions 

Please send an email with your CV and cover letter attached ‘’ M&E/KMC Specialist’’ in the subject line to  PSMSierraLeoneRecruitment@chemonics.com 27th September 2024 on/before 5:00PM Freetown Local  Time .

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee  organization, or other non-merit factors.

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2.) MIS Specialist

SCOPE OF WORK

Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement Supply Management (GHSC-PSM)  Sierra Leone  

TITLE: MIS Specialist

The USAID Global Health Supply Chain Program – Procurement and Supply Management  (GHSC-PSM) project in Sierra Leone will be the primary vehicle through which USAID (1)  procures and provides health commodities, (2) provides technical assistance to improve  partner countries’ management of the supply chain, and (3) collaborates with key  international stakeholders to support global health initiatives. The GHSC-PSM in Sierra  Leone primarily works under the project’s President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) task order to  provide malaria commodity procurement and supply chain technical assistance.  The Management Information Systems (MIS) Specialist will be responsible for providing key  technical support in the implementation of MIS project activities. The MIS Specialist will  support the use of LMIS and HMIS platforms to increase data analysis and visibility. Key Responsibilities  

• Lead and manage technical assistance for Health Management Information System  (HMIS) and Logistics Management Information System (LMIS) strengthening  activities.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Specialist to evaluating systems, identifying  gaps in their functionality, and monitoring and tracking the use of supply chain  solutions across Sierra Leone.
• Assesses the quality of data submitted to the country HMIS and LMIS system in  DHIS-2 and supply at various supply chain levels.
• In collaboration with the Supply Chain Specialist, lead the roll-out of supply  dispensing platform.
• Support the Ministry of Health (MOH) in the integration of supply and DHIS-2.
•  Provide technical support in building capacity of qualified trainers at the MOH in  data analysis.
• Promote creation of standardized reports to better inform decision making at the  central and district levels.
• Support the district level data clinic to guide supply chain decisions.
• In collaboration with the M&E/Knowledge Management and Communications Specialist review malaria program related data using data analytics tools to collect  and support submission of routine M&E data to the GHSC-PSM reporting platform.
• Assist with the development of annual project work plan.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications  

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of technically relevant experience in MIS required  or Master’s degree with two years of technically relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management, logistics systems, data  warehousing, and data visualization considerations preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceuticals inventory management preferred.
• Experience working with government partners at the national or district levels.
• Experience working with international donors; USAID experience preferred.
• Experience in capacity building including curriculum development and providing  trainings.
• Strong analytical skills
• Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Access, and other programs req
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Location: This position based in Freetown, Sierra Leone and may require some regional  travel

Supervision: The MIS Specialist will report to the GHSC-PSM Resident Malaria Advisor

Application Instructions 

Please send an email with your CV and cover letter attached ‘’MIS Specialist’’ in the subject line to  PSMSierraLeoneRecruitment@chemonics.com 27th September 2024 on/before 5:00PM Freetown Local  Time .

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee  organization, or other non-merit factors.

International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Country Director
2.) Deputy Country Director

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Country Director

About the International Foundation for Election Systems (IFES):

IFES advances democracy for a better future. We collaborate with civil society, public institutions and the private sector to build resilient democracies that deliver for everyone. As the global leader in the promotion and protection of democracy, our technical assistance and applied research develops trusted electoral bodies capable of conducting credible elections; effective and accountable governing institutions; civic and political processes in which all people can safely and equally participate; and innovative ways in which technology and data can positively serve elections and democracy. Since 1987, IFES has worked in more than 145 countries.

The greatest assets of IFES are our team members. IFES offers competitive benefits and pay, as well as the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Every member of the IFES team is responsible for carrying out the mission of IFES and integrating IFES values into their work every day: Commitment to Excellence, Effective Communication, High Quality Decision-Making, Accountability, Teamwork and Collaboration.

PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE:

IFES is recruiting for a Country Director (CD) for the anticipated USAID ELECT 2.0 program in Sierra Leone. The CD serves as IFES’ primary in-country representative and coordinator of programming with local and international actors. The primary focus of the position is ensuring successful completion of the program and providing technical assistance to national partners to advance program objectives. The CD will provide vision and technical leadership for program implementation and oversee management of the IFES country office in Freetown. The CD will be responsible for building and maintaining pro-active contacts with national stakeholders and the international community.

The CD will oversee a program to strengthen the accountability, transparency, integrity, and inclusive practices of Sierra Leone’s electoral administration working with government agencies, election management bodies (EMBs), political parties, the judiciary, and civil society organizations. Contingent on funding

, this position will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone, beginning in January 2025.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Technical direction and program implementation

•  Serve as senior electoral advisor to build institutional and technical capacity and facilitate reform priorities for the Implementation Steering Committee towards the Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone (ECSL) and other electoral-related bodies .
•  Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of program strategies and activities. Adjust activities based on changing political circumstances and in response to needs articulated by local partners and program stakeholders, and in consultation with donors
•  In consultation with IFES headquarters, prepare and manage the implementation of the program’s annual workplans in fulfillment of strategic objectives and goals, and within the allocated budget.
•  Monitor and evaluate strategies and interventions on an ongoing basis to ensure maximum impact, proactively identifying appropriate next steps and collaborating with IFES technical experts and program management personnel.
•  Apply knowledge of international election standards to advise on reform efforts. Facilitate consensus-building and provide advice on laws, regulations, policies, and procedures to implement electoral reforms.
•  Oversee the drafting of regular activity reports, quarterly and annual reports to donors, briefing papers, and IFES thought pieces to ensure the highest quality reporting and communications.
•  Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with national government and non-government stakeholders, including high-level officials in government ministries and election management bodies, international NGOs and the donor/diplomatic community to ensure successful implementation of the program and avoid duplication of efforts.
•  Represent IFES in global, regional, national and sub-national events, in international forums, and at donor meetings as speaker and spokesperson for IFES.
•  Assist in new business development for IFES in West Africa by identifying additional technical needs in-country, contributing to the development of project proposals and reaching out to the international donor community in an effort to diversify IFES funding sources.
•  Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Director for Africa at IFES HQ.

Management

•  Oversee the day-to-day management of IFES’ program, consortium, and office in Sierra Leone. Monitor progress and direct resources as needed to meet program objectives.
•  Ensure, in conjunction with IFES HQ, compliance with IFES and donor rules and regulations, particularly with respect to fiscal management.
•  In coordination with IFES HQ, oversee the recruitment and hiring of country office staff, as well as local and international technical consultants. eX4oMgv C0zkId
•  Provide general supervision and mentoring of local and international field staff, including performance appraisals, staff development and other management issues.
•  Provide oversight and management of technical consultants, service providers, and subawards.
•  Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Director for Africa at IFES HQ.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in law, international politics/relations, international development, public policy, or related field preferred.

Experience:

•  Minimum of 12 years of experience working in democracy and governance field, with significant

experience working on elections in a variety of African contexts; experience in Sierra Leone preferred.

•  At least seven (7) years of international program management, including direct supervision of professional and support staff.
•  Demonstrated experience and skills in capacity building, election management and operations, and electoral legal framework development.
•  Demonstrated experience developing effective working relationships with host governments, including leadership and technical staff.
•  Demonstrated knowledge of USAID and other donor rules, regulations and program management.
•  Strong track record of proposal and report writing, activity planning and implementation, and management of budgets.
•  Familiarity with the international donor community and experience as an action-oriented interlocutor with democracy-development actors at all levels.
•  Technical expertise and experience supporting election systems and management in Africa, in particular developing the capacity of election administration. Comparative experience advising multiple EMBs preferred.
•  Experience managing policy development and legal reform interventions in Africa. Technical experience in constitutional reform mechanisms would be a plus.
•  Demonstrated experience integrating and mainstreaming gender and inclusion considerations in electoral processes.

Related Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated ability to manage programs in a politically sensitive and challenging environment. Ability to promote and inspire effective collaboration among individuals, organizations and networks, demonstrating strong diplomacy skills and cultural and gender sensitivities. Strong team player with a consultative, collaborative and participatory way of working. Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communications skills to meet the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of partners and stakeholders. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Flexible, dynamic persona with proven experience navigating complex and high-pressure operating environments. Experience living and managing governance and/or elections projects in West Africa. Knowledge of the political environment and players in Sierra Leone.?

Language Skills

•  Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Travel

•  In-country travel required 25% of the time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards, walk short distances and climb stairs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

APPLY

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2.) Deputy Country Director

PRIMARY FUNCTION/PURPOSE:

IFES is seeking a Deputy Country Director (DCD) for the anticipated USAID ELECT 2.0 program in Sierra Leone. The primary focus of the position is overseeing general operations and program implementation by the IFES country office, under the direction of the Country Director.

The DCD will oversee a program to strengthen the accountability, transparency, integrity, and inclusive practices of Sierra Leone’s electoral administration working with government agencies, election management bodies (EMBs), political parties, the judiciary, and civil society organizations. Contingent on funding, this position will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone, beginning in January 2025.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Support the Country Director in overseeing country office operations, program implementation, human resources, administration, finance, security and donor reporting.?
•  Assist the Country Director and the program team to ensure timely execution of project activities within allocated budgets, including the strategic development, implementation and monitoring of program activities in accordance with the annual workplans and monitoring and evaluation plans of IFES Sierra Leone.?
•  Oversee human resources together with the Country Director, provide general supervision and mentoring of local field staff, including ensuring completion of annual performance appraisals, supporting staff development and other management issues.?
•  Support the management of country office operations, including procurement processes, financial management, and security protocols as per IFES and donor policies, rules, regulations and IFES’ branding and marking plan.
•  Support the Country Director in oversight of fiscal management of projects, including approval of country office expenses within approval thresholds, oversight of required financial documentation and control measures, and regular evaluation of spending and burn rates.
•  Ensure review and timely completion of periodic programmatic reporting including regular internal reports, mission updates, and performance reports to the donor (quarterly, annual, final). Ensure that the reports adhere to IFES and donor requirements.?
•  Oversee specific project activities as directed by the Country Director, providing technical input as per areas of expertise.?
•  In consultation with IFES headquarters, l ead annual workplan development. Evaluate strategies and activities on an ongoing basis to ensure maximum impact, proactively identifying appropriate next steps. Maintain program schedules and operational matrixes.?
•  Support the Country Director to oversee the management of sub-grants to civil society partners.??
•  Develop and maintain excellent relationships with key national and international stakeholders, in particular the office of Chief Minister, Steering Committee, civil society organizations, donors and diplomatic community, and IFES Sierra Leone program partners.?
•  Liaise with other election assistance implementers, and the donor and diplomatic community, to coordinate activities and maximize the impact of collective technical assistance efforts;? eX4oOg0 C0zkId
•  Act as the IFES country representative in the absence of the Country Director.?
•  Lead business development efforts in collaboration with the Country Director, including mapping concepts for new programming, tracking donor priorities, informing donors of programming needs, and strategizing for new and existing stakeholder engagement.?
•  Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Country Director.??

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in law, international politics/relations, international development, public policy, or related field preferred.

Experience:

•  Minimum of 10 years of project management experience, ideally in the field of democracy, elections, governance, rule of law, or conflict management, working with an international organization or donor agency.
•  Demonstrated knowledge of the electoral cycle and all technical aspects of the electoral process.
•  Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with USAID rules, regulations and program cycle.
•  Strong track record of proposal and report writing, activity planning and implementation, and management of budgets.
•  Previous experience working in international organizations, including in a country office context and in a politically sensitive and challenging environment.
•  Experience in program start-up and close-out and general program operations, including procurement, event planning, and budget management.
•  Experience establishing or improving office processes and procedures in adherence to rules and policies from headquarters.
•  Successful track record supervising staff and leading teams.
•  Highly organized individual able to anticipate needs and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Related Knowledge and Skills

Ability to show initiative, good judgment, and resourcefulness.? Ability to initiate, conceptualize and complete complex tasks with limited supervision. Strong project management and process improvement skills. Excellent writing and reporting skills. Ability to promote and inspire effective collaboration among individuals, organizations and networks, demonstrating strong diplomacy skills and cultural and gender sensitivities. Strong team player with a consultative, collaborative and participatory way of working. Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communications skills to meet the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of partners and stakeholders. Experience living and managing governance and/or elections projects in Africa preferred. Knowledge of the political environment and players in Sierra Leone.?

Language Skills

•  Fluency in English (written and spoken)

Travel

•  In-country regional travel required 25% of the time.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards, walk short distances and climb stairs. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

APPLY

Project HOPE is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Maintenance Trades Helper
2.) Medical Administrative Assistant
3.) Public Health Specialist – Surveillance

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Maintenance Trades Helper

POSITION TYPE: Consultant, Local Hire

DURATION: 6 months

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

POSITION TITLE: HIV Consultant

NUMBER: 1

DIVISION: Global Health

REPORTS TO: Senior Technical Officer HIV

 

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: 

Project HOPE seeks an HIV Consultant to support the GF-funded KP Program. In collaboration with other technical staff, the consultant will provide technical support in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV services to key populations (KPs) at program supported drop-in centers (DICs).

 

S/he will provide strategic support, oversight, and technical assistance to the implementation of comprehensive HIV services including PrEP, differentiated HTS, care and treatment, STI, and viral load testing. S/he will work collaboratively with the various DICs supporting different KP typologies. S/he will contribute to the improvement of access and quality of HIV services including the optimization of HTS, referrals/linkages with HIV/AIDS care and treatment other services (including lab) and the implementation of QI approaches.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Program Support:

• Work in collaboration with the HIV team to implement and coordinate of HIV-related activities.
• Support the development and distribution of educational materials on HIV prevention, treatment, and care.
• Help with the organization and execution of workshops, training sessions, and community activities.

Data Management:

• Support in collecting, entering, and managing data related to HIV services, including weekly and monthly performance data.
• Support in validation data reported by KP CSOs and health facilities relevant to program implementation.
• Assist in analyzing data to track program outcomes, identify trends, and support program improvement efforts.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing data findings and program activities.

 

Fieldwork and Outreach:

• Participate in field visits to support the delivery of HIV services and outreach efforts.
• Gather feedback from clients and stakeholders to assess program impact and areas for improvement.

• Support with Help with logistics and coordination for program-related events and activities.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Atleast two years’ experience working on HIV or other health related projects in Sierra Leone, experience working with key population group will be an added advantage.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data analysis tools.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: RecruitmentSL@projecthope.org.

 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

 

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.

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2.) Medical Administrative Assistant

POSITION TYPE: Consultant, Local Hire

DURATION: 6 months

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

POSITION TITLE: RMNCH Consultant

NUMBER: 2

DIVISION: Global Health

REPORTS TO: Senior Program Officer RMNCH

 

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 RMNCH Intern will assist in supporting the Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (RMNCH) program by providing administrative, research, and field support. This role is ideal for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in the field of public health, specifically focusing on the practical aspects of program delivery and operational support.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Program Implementation Support:

• Assist in the execution of RMNCH programs and interventions, including scheduling, coordination, and logistics.
• Support the rollout of new initiatives, ensuring alignment with program goals and guidelines.
• Help monitor and track program activities to ensure they are delivered effectively and efficiently.

Field Coordination:

• Participate in field visits to assist with the implementation of RMNCH activities at the supported health facilities.
• Support health workers and partners in delivering RMNCH services, through onsite mentoring and supportive supervision.
• Collect and report facility data, providing insights into program performance and areas for improvement.

Data Collection and Management:

• Assist in gathering and recording data related to program implementation, including service delivery, coverage, and client feedback.
• Help with the analysis of implementation data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for program enhancement.
• Support the preparation of implementation reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with community members, health providers, and other stakeholders to promote RMNCH activities and gather feedback.
• Assist in organizing and facilitating stakeholder meetings, workshops, and community events.
• Support communication efforts to keep stakeholders informed about program updates and outcomes.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nursing, Medicine, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Atleast two years’ experience working on RMNCH programs in Sierra Leone.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic data analysis tools.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: RecruitmentSL@projecthope.org.

 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

 

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.

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3.) Public Health Specialist – Surveillance

POSITION TYPE: Consultant, Local Hire

DURATION: 6 months

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

POSITION TITLE: M&E Consultant

NUMBER: 2

DIVISION: Global Health

REPORTS TO: Senior M&E Officer

 

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 M&E Consultant will support the Monitoring and Evaluation team in assessing the effectiveness and impact of various programs and projects. This role involves assisting with data collection, analysis, and reporting, as well as contributing to the development of M&E frameworks and tools. The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in data analysis, program evaluation, and a desire to learn about M&E practices in a professional setting.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Data Collection and Management

• Assist with entering and organizing data from surveys, assessments, and program reports into databases or spreadsheets.

• Ensure data accuracy and integrity by cross-checking entries and resolving discrepancies.

• Support field data collection activities, including assisting with survey administration, interviews, and focus group discussions.
• Help with the preparation and distribution of data collection tools and materials.

 

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Assist in analyzing quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, patterns, and insights.
• Use statistical software or tools to perform basic data analysis and generate summaries.
• Contribute to the preparation of M&E reports, including drafting sections and creating data visualizations.
• Assist with compiling and formatting data for presentations and stakeholder meetings.

 

M&E Frameworks and Tools:

• Help with the development and refinement of M&E frameworks, indicators, and tools.
• Assist in reviewing and updating M&E guidelines and procedures.

• Maintain accurate and organized documentation of M&E activities, including data collection procedures, methodologies, and tools.

 

Program Monitoring:

• Support the monitoring of program implementation by tracking progress against indicators and targets.
• Assist in conducting regular field visits to monitor program activities and collect data.
• Help compile feedback from stakeholders and program beneficiaries to assess program performance.
• Contribute to identifying areas for improvement and providing recommendations based on data findings.

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Statistics, Social Sciences, Public Health, International Development, or a related field.
• Atleast two years’ experience working on health related projects in Sierra Leone.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with strong attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel or other data analysis tools is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: RecruitmentSL@projecthope.org.

 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

 

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.

The US Embassy in Sierra Leone is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Maintenance Trades Helper
2.) Medical Administrative Assistant
3.) Public Health Specialist – Surveillance

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Maintenance Trades Helper

About

Announcement Number:

FREETOWN-2024-019

Hiring Agency:

Embassy Freetown

Position Title:

Maintenance Trades Helper (All Interest Applicants/All Sources))

Open Period:

09/06/2024 – 09/19/2024Format MM/DD/YYYY

Vacancy Time Zone:

GMT

Series/Grade:

LE – 1210 3

Salary:

SLL Le42,523 /Per Year

Work Schedule:

Full-time – • 40 Hours per week

Promotion Potential:

LE-3

Duty Location(s):

1 Vacancy in

Freetown, SL

Telework Eligible:

No

For More Info:

 HR Section
099105500
HRFreetown@state.gov

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

This position is open to:
•  All Interested Applicants / All SourcesFor USEFM – FP- grade is FP-BB.  Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

•    Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

Marketing Statement:

We encourage you to review the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Sierra Leone is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Maintenance Trades Helper in the Facilities Office office.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Duties:

The Building Engineer Supervisor will assign this position to assist the technicians of the skilled trades in the performance of routine and preventive maintenance, and new installations and demolition work. Incumbent will be assigned to any of the skilled trade shops on a daily basis to assist the skilled technicians with maintenance and repair work throughout the New Embassy Compound (NEC) office buildings, grounds and residential owned/leased properties. Assists with material handling, painting, custodial type work, laborer work, grounds maintenance and gardening work.
[Employed as a Trades Helper to assist the skilled technicians as they carry out skilled maintenance and repair work on all facilities throughout the NEC to include office buildings, grounds and residential owned/leased properties. Work assignments will be directed by the Building Engineer Supervisor.

 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• •  Security Clearance.

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time [Five OF WEEK] upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

Completion of secondary school is required.

Evaluations:

 

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

[HR MAY ADD LOCAL LANGUAGE TRANSLATIONS IF HELPFUL.]

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of maintenance or construction semi-skilled work experience in skilled trades such as mechanical (HVAC and Plumbing), electrical, carpentry, with significant focus on building systems.

 

Language: English level II (Limited knowledge) Written/Speaking/Reading is required.

                   Level 3 Krio level III (Good knowledge) Speaking is required.

Job Knowledge:

Must have a basic technical understanding of major building mechanical systems and equipment. Must be familiar with construction techniques and workplace safety, personal protective equipment (PPE) – how and when to use it. Excellent interpersonal skills and be able to handle a large workload and multiple tasks; be able to take direction and must be organized; communicate orally and in writing with co-workers, contractors and vendors to obtain and provide pertinent information.

Skills And Abilities: The incumbent must be a visionary, forward thinker, and quick understudy with an aptitude to learn so he/she can anticipate the materials and tools the skilled technician will need ahead of time. Must be able to use the typical lot of hand tools, small handheld power tools, vacuum cleaners, gardening tools, and ladders; must be adept at keeping work sites free of clutter and debris, clean and neat; must have a valid driver’s license for standard vehicles; must use good safety practices and follow all safety requirements in execution of tasks and be able to use appropriate PPE: Additional abilities include responding to emergency situations in efficient and timely manner to effect immediate repairs; work in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, heights, and temperature extreme, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.

1. • Housing/Rent Allowance 25% (Annual Basic salary) paid yearly.

• • Transportation Allowance 30% (annual Basic Salary) paid Bi-Weekly.

• • Leave Allowance 9% of Annual Basic Salary

• • Meal Allowance

• • 13 Month Bonus 8.33% of Annual Basic

• • Miscellaneous Benefit Allowance.

For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 

A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below.  It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER

1. • Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

• • AEFM / USEFM

• • Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT:  US citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the 3 FAM 7210 Definitions.

ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS

The following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:

• • Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.

• • Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.

The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:

• • Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.

• • Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.  

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application.  For an instructional video on how to apply click here.

FOLLOW LINK BELOW TO APPLY;

https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=dvdzdktbpt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=63853&orgId=23

Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job related skills or requirements in your application.

You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.

We foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where employees can be themselves.  We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Required Documents:

All Applicants:

• • Residency Permit

• • Work Permit

• • Driver’s License

• • Certificate

 

In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:

• • Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • Passport copy

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

 

The HR Office will contact successful applicants.  For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website [HR ADD LINK TO EMBASSY JOBS PAGE] or follow us at [HR ADD SOCIAL MEDIA/LINKEDIN LINKS AS APPROPRIATE].

Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.

APPLY

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2.) Medical Administrative Assistant

About

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

•  All Interested Applicants / All Sources

For USEFM – FP grade is 8 Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

•    Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

Marketing Statement:

We encourage you to review the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Sierra Leone is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Medical Administrative Assistant in the Health Unit office.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Duties

 

The incumbent oversees, directs, and executes all administrative functions and responsibilities for the Medical Unit as assigned by the Direct Hire Foreign Service Medical Specialists (Regional Medical Officer (RMO), Regional Medical Officer Psychiatrist (RMOP), and Medical Provider (MP)). The incumbent acts as a liaison and facilitator between the medical unit staff, officers from different sections of the Mission, family members, LE Staff, personnel from other agencies and regional posts, and medical, nursing and ancillary health services within the local community. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the USDH Medical Provider.

 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• • Security certificate; or

• • Medical clearance.

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.

Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time for five weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

Two years of general college or university studies is required.

Evaluations:

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.

You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.

You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

Minimum one (1) year of experience as an Office Manager or Administrative Assistant is required.Language: Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing Job Knowledge:Detailed knowledge of the host country local medical care system as well as of the host country general office supply vendors and service providers. Knowledge of office management systems and procedures; knowledge of customer service principles and practices. Must understand basic accounting principles.

Skills And Abilities:Must be proficient in Microsoft (MS) Outlook to organize tasks, calendars, and contact databases; MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) to organize and present information, and Internet Explorer. Requires ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with sensitive and confidential issues. Must be flexible, service-oriented, self-motivated and able to work within the existing Mission structure. Must have the ability to organize, multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure. Must possess strong customer service, verbal communication and listening skills.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Households (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Freetown, Sierra Leone may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits:

1. • Housing/Rent Allowance 25% (Annual Basic salary) paid yearly.

• • Transportation Allowance 30% (annual Basic Salary) paid Bi-Weekly.

• • Leave Allowance

• • Meal Allowance

• • 13^th Month Bonus

• • Miscellaneous Benefit Allowance.

For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 

A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below.  It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER

1. • Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

• • AEFM / USEFM

• • Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT:  US citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the 3 FAM 7210 Definitions.ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONSThe following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:

• • Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.

• • Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.

The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:

• • Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.

• • Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.  

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application.  For an instructional video on how to apply click here.
FOLLOW LINK BELOW TO APPLY;https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=zwxhamt3pt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=63994&orgId=23Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job-related skills or requirements in your application.You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.We foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where employees can be themselves.  We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Required Documents:

All Applicants:

• • Residency Permit (if applicable)

• • Work Permit (if applicable)

• • Language Scores (if applicable)

• • Educational Certificate

• • Professional License (if applicable)

In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:

• • Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • Passport copy

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

The HR Office will contact successful applicants.  For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website https://sl.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us

APPLY

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3.) Public Health Specialist – Surveillance

About

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

•  All Interested Applicants / All Sources

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

• Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

Marketing Statement:

We encourage you to review the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Sierra Leone is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Public Health Specialist (Surveillance) in the Centers for Disease Control Office.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Duties

 

The job holder serves as a senior Public Health Specialist supporting Division of Global Health Protection activities for the implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of assigned public health program activities and studies.
Job holder plays an essential role in developing annual program strategies, budgets, and drafts regular progress reports related to program activities. Job holder’s duties include technical support, advice and guidance, day-to-day program and administrative management and coordination and collaboration with colleagues of other agencies and public health entities that administer similar public health programs in Sierra Leone. Job holder leads strategic public health activities as assigned. Serves as the subject matter expert (SME) in their own technical areas to provide guidance and insight to the team. Job holder engages with key stakeholders within and outside USG (mid to high level) to ensure alignment and support for organizational goals and to identify the opportunities and improvement for programs. Job holder coordinates funding, report compliance and administrative recordkeeping with the implementing partners to assure projects are conducted in accordance with the implementing agreement and that USG funds are appropriately utilized. The position requires public health technical knowledge, results-oriented analytical skills, advocacy, and constant and clear communication with implementing partners, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and host country ministries responsible for public health Surveillance programs.

 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• • Security certificate;

• • Medical clearance.

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time five weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

Doctoral level (terminal) degree, Doctor of Public Health (DrPH), Doctor of Medicine (MD) or host country equivalent degree in medicine, public health, health policy, health education, or epidemiology is required.

Evaluations:

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:
Five years of mid to senior level public health experience in developing, implementing and evaluating public health programs or development assistance programs that involve coordination with an international agency or implementing partner is requiredLanguage: English: Fluent; speaking/reading/writing, may include the ability to translate]Krio: Fluent; speaking/reading/writing, may include the ability to translateJob Knowledge:Detailed knowledge of current host country public health issues. Knowledge of general program design, implementation, and evaluation is also required. In-depth knowledge of various public health services including prevention, emergency response, care and treatment services, counseling and testing, interventions, behavior change, and treatment is required. Detailed knowledge of the host government health care system and structures, including familiarity with MOH policies, program priorities, and regulations is required. Good working knowledge of team management techniques to plan, organize and direct multi-disciplinary activities is required. Good working knowledge of overall administrative requirements, such as timelines and utilizing systems and databases, and processing requirements; budgeting and fiscal management in support of implementing grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts is required.
Skills And Abilities:Strong oral and written communication skills are required to develop and maintain effective, sustainable working relationships with national and international partners. Ability to analyze, understand and discuss new program design, management and implementation approaches is required. Intermediate user level of word processing, advanced spreadsheets features is required. Numerical skills for data analysis are required.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.

1. • Housing/Rent Allowance 25% (Annual Basic salary) paid yearly.

• • Transportation Allowance 30% (annual Basic Salary) paid Bi-Weekly.

• • Leave Allowance 9% of Annual Basic Salary

• • Meal Allowance

• • 13 Month Bonus 8.33% of Annual Basic

• • Miscellaneous Benefit Allowance.

For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 
A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below.  It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER

1. • Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

• • AEFM / USEFM

• • Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT:  US citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the 3 FAM 7210 Definitions.ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONSThe following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:

• • Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.

• • Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.

The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:

• • Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.

• • Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.  

 

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application.  For an instructional video on how to apply click here.
FOLLOW LINK BELOW TO APPLY;https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=zwxhamt3pt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=63851&orgId=23Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job related skills or requirements in your application.You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.We foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where employees can be themselves.  We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Required Documents:

Please upload all applicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
All Applicants:

• • Residency Permit (if applicable)

• • Work Permit (if applicable)

• • University Degree- Doctorate

• • University Transcript

• • Language Scores (if applicable)

• • Certificate

• • Professional License

In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:

• • Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • Passport copy

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

The HR Office will contact successful applicants.  For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website
Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.

APPLY

Metro Transport Company (MTC) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Operations Manager
2.) Finance Manager

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Operations Manager

Organizational Profile

 

Metro Transport Company (MTC) is a new bus company registered with Corporate Affairs Commission in Sierra Leone. MTC will be is charged with the responsibility to operate high-capacity buses (WAKA FINE) using the cashless system within the prescribed corridors West: covering Lumley to Central Bus Station, Wallace Johnson Street, and East covering Calaba Town to Central Bus Station as prescribed by the Integrated Resilient and Urban Mobility Project (IRUMP) in close collaboration with the regulatory agency, the Sierra Leone Public Transport Authority (SLPTA)

 

Job Tittle: Operations Manager

 

Metro Transport Company is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operations Manager to join our team and oversee the efficient and effective operation of our transportation services. As the Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our company’s day-to-day activities

 

Location:  Freetown

Duration:  Permanent

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize efficiency and productivity

– Oversee the planning and execution of transportation operations, including scheduling, routing, and fleet management

– Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions

– Collaborate with various departments to ensure seamless coordination and communication

– Manage and develop a team of transportation staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations

– Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards

– Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness

– Monitor and control operational costs to meet budgetary targets

 

 

Experience and Education

Proven experience in operations management, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry

– Strong knowledge of transportation operations, including scheduling, routing, and fleet management

– Excellent leadership and team management skills

– Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

– Effective communication and interpersonal skills

– Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

– Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field (additional certifications would be an advantage)

 

If you are a results-oriented professional with a strong background in operations management, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Metro Transport Company. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team and contribute to the success of our transportation service

 

If interested, please submit application and cover letter to:

 

The Board of Directors

Metro Transport Company (SL) Ltd

SLRTC compound, PWD, Blackhall Road, Kissy

Freetown

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Documents once submitted cannot be returned to the applicant. Thus, please do not submit originals.

 

Closing Date: 9^th September, 2024

 

Metro Transport Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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2.) Finance Manager

Organizational Profile

 

Metro Transport Company (MTC) is a new bus company registered with Corporate Affairs Commission in Sierra Leone. MTC is charged with the responsibility to operate high-capacity buses (WAKA FINE) that will be using the cashless system within the prescribed corridors West: covering Lumley to Central Bus Station, Wallace Johnson Street, and East covering Calaba Town to Central Bus Station as prescribed by the Integrated Resilient and Urban Mobility Project (IRUMP) in close collaboration with the regulatory agency, the Sierra Leone Public Transport Authority (SLPTA)

 

Job Tittle: Finance Manager

 

Metro Transport Company is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Finance Officer. As a key member of our finance department, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of our company.

 

Location:  Freetown

Duration:  Permanent

 

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and analyze financial reports, budgets, and forecasts

– Monitor and reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable

– Manage payroll processing and employee benefits

– Assist in financial audits and compliance with regulatory requirements

– Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making

 

Experience and Education

Masters in Business Administration (MBA),or related discipline

– Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance or accounting

– Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial software

– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

 

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a dedicated and driven individual with a passion for finance, we would love to hear from you

 

If interested, please submit application and cover letter to:

 

The Board of Directors

Metro Transport Company (SL) Ltd

SLRTC compound, PWD, Blackhall Road, Kissy

Freetown

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Documents once submitted cannot be returned to the applicant. Thus, please do not submit originals.

 

Closing Date: 9^th September, 2024

 

Metro Transport Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Brac Sierra Leone is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Regional Accountant (x3)
2.) Finance Manager (x2)
3.) Office Assistant (x2)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Regional Accountant (x3)

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, Bo, Makeni
Number of positions:	3

 

JOB PURPOSE:

The purpose of this position: Responsible for all the accounting of the AIM financial operation in the regional office. The position holder is generally responsible for get keeper for BRAC finance internal control system, manage financial documents, accounts posting, report on the financial information at the regional level, and assist the AIM Finance Manager on demand basis for any additional information required.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Facilitate cash payment requests and ensure the fund balance as per program need by weekly and monthly.

Analyze and code financial transactions

Prepare journal vouchers with complete entries and present for approval

Manage and oversee filing and documentations as completeness and timeliness

Post transactions into SBI Cloud online accounting software on a daily basis

Perform monthly accounts reconciliation including (A/R, A/P, Bank, Cash, Prepayments, etc.)

Due consideration of double entries in cost accounting method

Check and collect bank statements, credit advice and debit advice on a weekly basis Checks the sequence of the voucher system and scan all the vouchers along with the supporting and keep in the google drive on daily basis. Keep ledger up to date and identify abnormal balances and take corrective reconciliation At least 15 days travel for field visit from regional office to branch Offices. Ensure transaction descriptions are posted only according to the standardized form Ensure end of the month all the noncash amounts should not keep in the project need to transfer to Control Perform bank reconciliation on monthly basis and send to the AIM Finance Manager Monitor the cash position of the regional office and request cash from the country office for wire transfer

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

 

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

 

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

 

• • Sound knowledge in accounting
  • Advance user of MS Excel and Word

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to work well under pressure and independently

• Able to travel extensively in the field

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

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

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE

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

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

 

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

 

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

 

Application deadline: 16th September 2024

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

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

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2.) Finance Manager (x2)

Job Title:	Finance Manager
Location:	Country Office and Bo
Reporting to:	Head of Finance
Level/Grade:	TBD
Number of direct reports:	N/A
Number of positions:	2

 

JOB PURPOSE:

Smooth and functioning finance & Accounts department in Country & field level. Follow International Accounting Standard (IAS) and ensure timely posting of all daily transaction in country office.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Financial Controls: Under the supervision of the Country Head of Finance, the Finance Manager supervises the cash and bank transaction in the office to maintain the financial integrity of BRAC in the office.

• Pay visits to field offices as per schedule agreed with the Country Head of Finance to ensure that all procedure manuals are followed.
• Manage, maintain and update fixed assets register and diary in SBI cloud, ensuring appropriate, accurate and complete accounting for fixed assets (including proper treatment of depreciation).
• Participate in stock taking and fixed assets verification exercise.

Ledger Analysis and Reconciliations: Check and authorize entries for correctness for coding and posting to the SBI ledger system, ensuring accuracy and prompt processing into the various accounts.

• • Reconciliations of subsidiary schedules/records, Accounts receivables and payable to GL control account, reviewing transactions and reconciling various accounts/balances relating to ledger balances.
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliation for all BRAC Accounts in the country office.

• Ensure timely and proper filing, maintenance of accounts records and documents in defined area of work for ease of reference and retrieval.

Review of Payments Processing: Vet and review invoices and other payment vouchers prior to submitting them for approval ensuring accuracy and correctness and that amounts due and payable are indicated on the invoices.

• Keep proper record of all prepayments, accruals and related accounts.
• Prepare monthly payroll payments on time
• Vet, review and ensure all other payments (cash, transfers etc) are duly supported.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

 

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

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

 

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

• Punctuality

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

BSc in Finance & Accounting Masters / MBA, Accounting / Finance

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

At least 3 years of managerial experience in Finance & Accounting – National or International organization, preferably in an international NGO

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE

 

JOB LOCATION: Country Office or Bo

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

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

 

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

 

This is a National Position. Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Application deadline: 16th September 2024

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

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer

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3.) Office Assistant (x2)

Programme:	Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in partnership with BRAC (AIM)
Job Title:	Office Assistant – AIM
Reporting to:	Regional Manager
Level/Grade:	TBD
Location	Magburaka & Waterloo
Number of positions:	2

 

JOB PURPOSE:

To undertake a variety of office support tasks and work diligently under pressure. Maintains office operations by receiving and distributing communications; maintaining supplies and equipment; picking-up and delivering items.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Organize office and assist associates in ways that optimize procedures

Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner; Forwards information by receiving and distributing communications; collecting and mailing correspondence; copying information.

Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information

Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages; maintains supplies by checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating requirements; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; stocking items; delivering supplies to workstations.

Resolve office-related malfunctions and respond to requests or issues

Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies

Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues Perform receptionist duties.

Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance; troubleshooting failures; calling for repairs; monitoring equipment operation; monitoring and purchasing meter fund

Maintains office schedule by picking-up and delivering items

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

 

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

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

 

• Organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a team
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office & Excel)
• Excellent communication skills
• Warm personality with excellent interpersonal skills
• Time keeping and outgoing individual
• Serving a diverse range of people in an office environment

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma in Business Administration or related fields

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Two (2) years’ experience in front office operations.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE

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

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

 

Please mention the name of the position and location applied for in the subject bar.

 

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

 

Application deadline: 16th September 2024

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

 

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer.

About the Firm
CrossBoundary Energy (“CBE”) is a leading developer, owner, and operator of distributed renewable energy solutions for businesses, providing cheaper and cleaner energy through power purchase and lease agreements. CrossBoundary Energy is currently delivering a portfolio of over $450 million of renewable energy and storage assets for clients including Rio Tinto, Diageo, Heineken, Unilever, and AB InBev, and was recognized by Africa Solar Industry Association as “Solar Company of the Year” in 2022. CrossBoundary Energy is a member company of the CrossBoundary Group, a mission-driven investment firm founded in 2011 and committed to unlocking the power of capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in underserved markets. We have shared summaries of some landmark projects in the supporting documentation. Further information is available at www.crossboundaryenergy.com.

CBE has been investing in Telecom Energy Solutions (TESCO) since 2021, looking at providing affordable, reliable, quality, renewable power solutions for the telco sector. These solutions include the provision of power to BTS sites, data centres, and other digital infrastructure.

Job Description
CrossBoundary Energy is recruiting a full-time Operations and Asset Manager to manage the asset management function for TESCO projects across Sierra Leone. The pool of assets in the planned portfolio consists of hybrid (renewable, battery, grid and diesel generator) power systems, PV mounting structures and monitoring systems, installed across digital infrastructure sites providing Mobile Network Operators and Tower Companies with reliable, cheap and renewable power. She/he is responsible for operating and maintaining all assets to maximise power availability and the return on investment of the Assets.  The Operations and Asset Manager will lead the Operations and Maintenance (“O&M”) of all energy assets in the field, as well as for specific pieces of passive infrastructure at each Base Transceiver Station (“BTS”).  The Asset Manager will also have responsibility for managing the relationship with the operations teams of the customer and overseeing revenue assurance against the project agreement.   The role will focus initially on sites in Freetown, before expanding across the country.  The role will also include the structuring, growing and managing of a team in line with the growth of the portfolio.

Who We Are
CrossBoundary operates in frontier markets that also hold immense investment opportunities. The chosen candidate will play an important role in a unique team with the opportunity to make a large impact on the renewable energy landscape in Africa. Team members come from diverse backgrounds, but share a number of qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.

Who You Are

• Self-starter: You don’t wait to be asked to add value.  When faced with an impasse, you convene the subject-matter experts you need to find a way forward.  You hold yourself personally accountable for brokering solutions where authority is unclear.

• Deliberate: You are straightforward and known for choosing the simple, robust solution where more complicated approaches would deliver the same results. Your colleagues praise you for translating complex inputs into a plan of action.

• Entrepreneurial: You want to work out how new technologies can be used to optimize our work and enable us to create robust products

• Excellence: You demonstrate and maintain the highest personal standards, continually pursuing opportunities for improvement.  You are not afraid to get your hands dirty to untangle a complex issue

• Flexibility: You are comfortable with ambiguity and effective in a fast-moving and complex environment that does not have a fixed rule book.  You identify opportunities where control or processes are needed, or where creative problem solving is required and take the necessary action

• Collaborative: You are eager and willing to train up colleagues, contractors and stakeholders to consistently deliver excellent work

• Curiosity: You distill the signal from the noise, and assist others to generate creative solutions by looking at problems from new perspectives.

• Authentically Cares: You are patient and skilled at developing relationships with clients, suppliers, and teammates to consistently deliver excellent outcomes

• Clear Communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; crisp, clear, concise, and persuasive communicator that can connect with a broad range of audiences

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading and managing the technical and commercial performance of CBE’s operating portfolio of TESCO projects in Sierra Leone

• Management of O&M subcontractors and partners, ensuring work is executed on time and to the highest standards

• Responsible for meeting MTTR obligations for incident resolution, ensuring job tickets raised by Network Operations Centres are closed within expected timelines, and to expected standards and quality

• Responsible for timely delivery of fuel to sites as well as avoiding fuel theft.

• Management of subcontractor Engineering resources in the Client’s Network Operations Centres with oversight of trouble ticket resolution processes from alarm to resolution

• Ensuring that all CBE Assets are maintained in compliance with Component Warranties

• Monitoring, forecasting and ensuring sufficient stocks of spares are held within CBE warehousing, and that MSPs have sufficient consumable inventory to conduct preventative and corrective maintenance

• Ensure compliance of all statutory and contractual requirements for all projects in the operating portfolio

• Pursue cost reduction strategies, to exploit synergies and other opportunities to reduce costs and increase margins

• Identify opportunities to improve operational performance, working with analytics platform providers and CBE group engineering and asset management teams.

• Interface regularly and effectively with the operations and finance teams to continue improving on the systems and processes required to manage the operating portfolio

• Support the expansion of existing projects, and advise on the Operations on new projects in Sierra Leone

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and qualifications:

• 5+ years relevant working experience

• 3+ years work experience in managing the operations and maintenance of a large portfolio of digital infrastructure assets within a Towerco or MNO

• Process Optimisation, continual improvement, and automation experience

• Experience managing the contracts and performance of multiple subcontractors

• Experience driving operational change in complex or stressful environments

• Experience with monitoring and control systems and management of Network Operations Centres

• Experience building teams and controlling costs through the introduction of technology

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s engineering degree (mechanical/electrical/electronic)

• 3+ years work experience in operations of a large corporate

• Experience managing the contracts and performance of multiple subcontractors

• Experience in working with hybrid power systems

• Clear effective communicator across diverse audiences

Location

The position will work initially from the customer’s office in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements in the country where we operate. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to our human.resources@crossboundary.com   

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Child Rights Coalition Sierra Leone

Job Title: Desk/Liaison Officer

Reports to: National Chairperson CRC SL

Status: Full Time

Work Hours: Weekdays – occasional weekends

Travel: Occasional travels required

Salary Range: Attractive

Background of the CRC SL Coalition

The CRC SL is a network of national and international civil society organizations including youth led organization registered as members. The CRC SL was formed in 2007 in preparation for the submission of the alternative report to the state report on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC). The CRC SL has since become a coordinating body for the development and submission of treaty body reports on child rights.

Its objectives are: to advance the cooperation between NGOs working on children’s rights; to monitor and report on the implementation of the UN Convention on the Right of the Child and its Optional Protocols and the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child; and to contribute to the promotion of children’s rights in Sierra Leone.

 

Position Summary

The CRC SL Desk Officer is responsible for the overall coordination of the Coalition S/he heads the Secretariat of the Coalition.  S/he coordinates all activities of the Coalition including the implementation of the strategic plan, the design of campaign plans, activities, advocacy and resource mobilization, and response to emerging advocacy issues. The Desk Officer ensures effective coordination and communication with the National Executive and the District Chapter executives. , liaising between the executive and the district chapter, and mobilizing membership particpation in Coalition activities, This position also ensures child participation in all Coalition activities. The Desk Officer works closely with the National Executive of the Coalition and reports regularly to the Executive, through the National Chairperson.

Roles and Responsibilities

• • Programme Management and advocacy: S/he coordinates the implementation of advocacy activities based on agreed plans,
  • Resource and advocacy material development: lead the development of resource materials on any  forms of abuse and child rights advocacy issues including, but not limited to, periodic national reporting, national laws and implementation, the impact of the child protective services system, and the prevention of child abuse.
  • Visibility: Build CRC SL’s national and international visibility around children’s issues in consultation with the Advocacy Officer and National Chairperson by regularly sharing CRC SL’s work, and posting comments and resources, and advocacy materials in real time on all CRC SL’s social media platforms, and the website. Generate quarterly newsletter for the Coalition.
  • Reporting and Compliance: Draft and submit monthly reports or more frequently as needed, and submit grant project progress and deliverables as required.  Collect and maintain information on survivors of child abuse, from the district chapters including current and emerging child rights issues. Collect and maintain information on other current and emerging issues relating to and/or teen sexual assault(s).
  • Representation: Joins CRC SL representatives in external meetings and workshops facilitated by membership, and represents the Coalition as required.
  • Resource Mobilization: actively engage in the diversification of resources to support the work of the coalition
  • Facilitation: Facilitates discussions to improve collaboration between district chapters.

• Supervision: Supervises additional staff when required; and supervises volunteers and interns.

• Other duties: Relevant to the nature of the position and needed for the achievement of the Coalition’s strategic goals may be assigned at the discretion of the Supervisor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.Sc) in Social Sciences or other related fields.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in addressing child rights violations, working with children, organizing/leading policy advocacy /research activities, especially on child rights, coordinating campaigns
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must possess excellent project management, organizational, and negotiation skills.

• Must possess excellent customer service skills. Demonstrated sensitivity and ability to collaboratively work with individuals and diverse groups from organizations and networks.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to write reports, and interpret reports, child related national policies, laws and governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of diverse people, children, government, and the general public.
• Finance/budget management experience Grant management experience.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, to identify and respond to shifting priorities and perform to tight deadlines.
• Good analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities, and demonstrable initiative and creativity
• Good IT and social media skills, and ability to perform basic statistical analyses using Microsoft Excel and/or other statistical software package(s);

Clearances

• Criminal history check is required through the Sierra Leone Police
• Child Abuse check is required.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity 

The Coalition provides equal employment opportunities to all Sierra Leoneans and applicants for employment without regard to religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, confidential medical information, or genetics.

 

To Apply 

Interested applicants should send their CVs with a cover letter explaining their suitability for
the job to the National Chairperson, Child Rights Coalition Sierra Leone, C/o Foundation for Rural and Urban Transformation, 24E Main Motor Road Congo Cross, Freetown by 11th September2024 at 5:00pm.

The Mitchell Group is a Washington, D.C.-based company which manages a development assistance process that helps realize a better future for men, women, and children around the world by increasing educational, economic, and technical opportunities to better their lives. We help organizations and governments design and implement the most effective programs possible. TMG supports more than $85 million in contracts annually through a range of consulting services including Monitoring and Evaluation, Outreach and Communication Services, Program and Grant Financial Analysis and Management, Education, and Training.

The Mitchell Group is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Administrative Specialist to support a year-long project in Sierra Leone. This is a part-time role, ideal for a self-starter who can manage administrative tasks with minimal supervision. You will play a crucial role in the success of our project by providing essential administrative support to our team, ensuring smooth operations over the course of the project.
Position and Scope:
As an Administrative Specialist, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our team working on various procurement and research initiatives in Sierra Leone. You will manage scheduling, organize project documentation, assist with communication and coordination tasks, and perform other administrative duties as needed. This role requires approximately 230-260-120 hours of Level of Effort (LOE) spread over the twelve months of the project. Your contribution will be key in ensuring that the project runs efficiently and meets its objectives.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an office administrator or in a similar role.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficient in using computer software, particularly the Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability for part-time work throughout the project period.

TMG will prioritize candidates who have a flexible schedule and are availability to work as needed. If you are an experienced administrative professional looking for a flexible part-time role, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to williamv@the-mitchellgroup.com.

Project Hope is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Human Resources Officer
2.) Senior Program Officer
3.) Admin Assistant

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Human Resources Officer

POSTION DESCRIPTION

 

DATE:

 

POSITION TYPE: Consultant, Local Hire

DURATION: 6 months with possibility of extension

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

POSITION TITLE: Human Resources Officer

DIVISION: Global Health

REPORTS TO: Country Representative

 

Vacancy Link: https://projecthope.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/1500?c=projecthope

Application deadline: September 5, 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 Human Resources Officer will be responsible for managing Human Resources function within Project HOPE Sierra Leone to optimally achieve attraction, retention and development of staff/human capital. S/he is directly responsible for the overall administration, coordination and evaluation of the human resource function, and develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all staff. This entails the development, implementation and maintenance of effective people management processes, as well as the administration of staff matters concerning remuneration, benefits and records, human capital management and support services based on the actualization of potential and motivation to succeed in career. S/he works closely with people in Finance, Program, Management teams and Project HOPE’s Head Office personnel, as and when necessary.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recruitment and Selection (including Induction)

• Develops recruitment plan for a job vacancy.
• Prepare job vacancies referring JDs or other relevant documents for announcements.
• Receives/collects application documents, longlist applications for next level review.
• Coordinates interviews and tests, i.e. preparing schedules and necessary documentations, setting appointments with interview panellists and the candidates and take part in interview panels as necessary.
• Ensures whether recruitment and selection minutes are done, and drafts one as necessary.
• Solicits to get duly completed Biodata, References Info, and Salary Proof of the selected candidates.
• Develop job offer letters, and employment contracts.
• Get all required policies and forms signed by the new hire, i.e. employee manual and relevant compliance documents etc.
• Prepare Induction (meeting) schedule to the New Hire with the different teams and gets their confirmations; communicates the schedule accordingly to the Team leaders/or designates, and the New Hire.
• Follows up on the Probationary goals Introductory Performance Plan template completions and submissions with supervisors and the New Hire.
• Liaising with Operations Team to help the New Hire gets ID & other relevant working materials.
• Liaising with Operations Team to set up the New Hire with office space and working materials as well as Project HOPE Employee ID.
• Liaising with the Insurer for adding the New Hire in the schemes.
• Prepare employment contract for temporary employees, as it occurs.

Database Management 

• Maintain hard and soft data/documents of recruitments, employees, consultants and insurance correspondences.
• Adapting checklist/index for personal files per the local HR guideline/standard and ensures completeness of one’s file – Biodata, credentials of academics and work experiences, resumes, etc. and keeping up-to-date hardcopy personal files of all existing national and international staff on daily basis.
• Manages an online data management as applicable which maintains the electronic version of the required personal data of all staff.
• Ensure complete and up-to-date filing of all Human resources documentations (of policies and procedures) as per the agreed filing system.
• Follow-up on expiries of employment contracts (as applicable), work and residence permit (as applicable)
• Ensures maintenance of up-to-date consultancy database in the HR unit.

Compensation and Employee Benefits 

• Manages and administers staff salary and benefits budget (fringes) and costs including life and medical insurance policies.
• Prepares expense authorization for various payments to be facilitated by the HR Unit such as Insurance issuances for new employees, surrendered premium cash for terminated employees, and accrued leave days paid (if any), and other necessary payments, as applicable.
• Tracks staff insurance cases and liaison with the Insurer with which the organization has an agreement.

Performance Management and Development

• Ensure timely submission of duly completed Probationary Goals Review.
• Ensure timely submission of duly completed ‘Objectives Setting’ meant for Post Probation Appraisals/Review.
• Draft annual appraisal process calendar, circulate necessary forms and templates, collate completed annual appraisal/planning forms.
• Follow up the completion of appraisal process per the calendar and drawing of Training & Development Plans for the management team consumption as identified during the individual appraisal and development discussions.
• Assists in devising ways to improve processes and maintain quality to the appraisal process.

Separation 

• Makes sure that all necessary EXIT procedures are adhered to including whether official resignation letter is tender, notice period is served, any vacation accrued leave days are used up (as possible) or minimized down to nil, clearance form is duly completed and signed, exit interview with the Country Representative or the designate is scheduled and done, all final payments are identified, and a work certificate is ready.
• Submit necessary exit information to the Insurer.
• Closes the personal file and provides assistance to separate from all available online databases.

   REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related course is required.
• At least four years’ experience in Human Resources Management.
• Working in similar positions with International NGOs strongly recommended.
• Strong organizational, coordination and planning skills.
• Proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading English.
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel)

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to write concisely and clearly and to communicate professionally to staff of all levels and instil a relationship of trust.
• A team player.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Interpersonal Skill Requirements: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in a multi-disciplinary team setup; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and ensure confidentiality.
• Attention to detail.

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:

• May experience the current weather while performing job duties.
• 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.

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2.) Senior Program Officer

POSTION DESCRIPTION

 

DATE:

 

POSITION 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: Senior Program Officer RMNCH

DIVISION: Global Health

REPORTS TO: Country Representative

 

Vacancy Link: https://projecthope.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/1499?c=projecthope

Application deadline: September 5, 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 Senior Program Officer – RMNCH will lead and manage programmatic efforts to enhance reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health outcomes. This role involves overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of RMNCH programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and donor requirements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in program management, a deep understanding of RMNCH issues, and the ability to coordinate across various stakeholders and sectors. This position will involve traveling to project sites outside Freetown.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Program Development and Management

• Lead the development, implementation, and management of RMNCH programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, health sector priorities and donor’s requirements.
• Design and adapt RMNCH interventions based on evidence, emerging trends, and local needs assessments.
• Represent Project HOPE in relevant technical working groups at national level.

Strategic Planning

• Develop and refine RMNCH strategies to address key health challenges and improve service delivery and outcomes.
• Collaborate with other technical teams to set programmatic goals, objectives, and performance indicators.

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Establish and manage monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems to track program performance and impact.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure adherence to quality standards and donor requirements.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on program progress, challenges, and achievements.

 

Technical Assistance and Support

• Provide technical guidance and support to program teams, partners, and stakeholders on RMNCH best practices and interventions.
• Offer capacity-building initiatives to strengthen the skills and knowledge of project staff and partners.

 

Coordination and Collaboration

• Coordinate with government agencies, NGOs, and other partners to ensure integrated and effective RMNCH service delivery.
• Foster strong relationships and collaborate with key stakeholders to advocate for RMNCH priorities and secure resources.

 

Resource Management

• Oversee budgeting, procurement, and financial management for RMNCH programs, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Manage program resources effectively and ensure compliance with donor regulations and organizational policies.

 

Advocacy and Policy Development

• Contribute to advocacy efforts and policy development related to RMNCH at local, national, and international levels.
• Stay informed about global and regional health policies and trends to inform program strategies.

 

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare comprehensive reports, case studies, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Document program processes, successes, and lessons learned to enhance knowledge sharing and organizational learning.

 

Support any other relevant tasks as requested.

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in program management, with a focus on RMNCH or related health areas.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing RMNCH programs and strategies.
• Strong knowledge of RMNCH issues, policies, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
• Experience in resource mobilization and budget management.
• Fluency in English.

 

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:

• May experience the current weather while performing job duties.
• 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.

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3.) Admin Assistant

POSTION DESCRIPTION

 

DATE:

 

POSITION TYPE: Consultant, Local Hire

DURATION: 6 months with possibility of extension

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

POSITION TITLE: Admin Assistant

DIVISION: Global Health

REPORTS TO: Finance and Operations Manager

 

Vacancy Link: https://projecthope.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/1501?c=projecthope

Application deadline: September 5, 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 Administrative Assistant will provide comprehensive support to ensure the efficient operation of the office. This role involves managing office tasks, facilitating communication, and assisting with various administrative functions to help the team and organization achieve its goals. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

Provide general administrative management support:

1. Provide general administrative support including scheduling meetings, maintaining filing systems, managing project calendars, etc.
2. Support the Country Representative with project operations and communications.
3. Coordinate the drafting, translation, transmission, and/or advertisement of all correspondence within Project HOPE and between Project HOPE and all project partners.
4. Support office utilities (including water, electricity, communications, internet), security, cleaning, hospitality, stationery supplies, equipment maintenance, etc., including identifying vendors, developing and enforcing performance schedules, taking inventories, and ensuring the proper operation of all items in the office.
5. Ensure the uninterrupted stock of office supplies, stationery, hospitality supplies, and office maintenance.

 

Provide support to human resource and administrative functions:

1. Coordinate with and support all staff to ensure full compliance and adequate preparation with up-to-date entry visas, residence permits, work permits, security, travel, office space requirements, office equipment custody, and office communications and prepare all required documentation for these purposes on the behalf of staff.
2. Assist in the design and delivery of staff, partner, and vendor induction, orientation, and training to ensure full compliance with generally acceptable management, good governance, and grant compliance standards maintained by Project HOPE and the donors.

 

Support any other relevant tasks as requested by the Finance and Operations Manager.

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or management sciences from a recognized university. A post-graduate diploma in business, office, or project administration will be advantageous.
• At least two years’ office administration work experience. Experience with international organizations, multi-national companies, or non-governmental organizations will be an advantage.
• Excellent written and oral English skills.
• Excellent computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office packages, and internet research.
• Willingness to travel domestically, as required.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, achieve high-quality results, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong team spirit with a proven ability to foster team building in a multi-cultural setting with team members and partners from diverse backgrounds.
• Diplomatic communication skills (written and verbal), including dealing with high-level government and international officials, senior academics, and dignitaries in the appropriate manner.

 

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:

• May experience the current weather while performing job duties.
• 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.