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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Reporting to the Head of Commercial, the Brand & Marketing Communications Lead, will  be responsible for developing and executing strategic communication initiatives to enhance  the company’s brand visibility, engage stakeholders, and drive business growth. You will work  closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of messaging and positioning with  the company’s objectives.

● Develop and execute comprehensive PR, marketing, and communications strategies  aligned with company objectives and target audience demographics

● Craft compelling messaging, press releases, and marketing materials to effectively  communicate our value proposition and achievements to various stakeholders  including customers, partners, investors, and media.

● Lead media relations efforts, building and nurturing relationships with journalists, bloggers, and  influencers to secure positive coverage and generate publicity for Metro Cable SL Ltd.

● Manage the creation and distribution of content across multiple channels including website, social  media, email campaigns, and print materials to engage and educate target audiences.

● Coordinate and oversee the organization of promotional events, conferences, and trade shows to  showcase Metro Cable’s products and services.

● Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams such as Sales, Product Development, and Technical  to ensure alignment of marketing and communication efforts with business goals.

● Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify  opportunities for improvement and innovation in our marketing and communication strategies.

● Manage budget allocation for marketing and communications activities, ensuring efficient use of  resources and measurable ROI.

● Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in PR, marketing, and  communications to continuously enhance Metro Cable’s brand presence and  reputation.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE :

● Proven track record of at least 5 years in a similar role, preferably within the  telecommunications, technology, or infrastructure industry.

● Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly  and concisely.

● Strong media relations experience, with a demonstrated ability to secure positive press coverage and  manage crisis communications effectively.

● Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms, including social media management, email  marketing, and analytics.

● Creative thinker with a strategic mindset and a keen eye for detail.

● Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a  fast-paced environment.

● Team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams.

● Flexible attitude and willingness to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines. understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements.

● Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

● Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in financial data management.

EDUCATION 

● Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or related field.  MBA or relevant certifications are a plus.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & SKILLS 

● Problem Solving: Approaches problems in a rational manner using sound strategies  that ensures comprehensive understanding and effective resolution; leverages data driven-insight approach

● Strategic Planning & Implementation: Supports the development of strategic plans  that reflects Metro Cable business strategy to advance market share/penetration and  achieve profitable growth

 

● Leadership and project management: Able to contribute effectively to a complex  environment and deliver results; Able to influence without direct authority; Able to  balance between competing priorities and be flexible and creative.

● Team building: Able to work well in a highly matrixed organization.

● Communication: Able to communicate effectively across multiple levels in Metro  Cable.

● Organization and time-management skills

● Multitasking skills

● Excellent team working skills

● Ability to meet deadlines under pressure

● Ability to manage personnel

 

Kindly send all applications to hr@metrocable.io The closing date for all applications is on  8th March 2024.

Communication Associate, G-6, Freetown, Sierra Leone post#00127432, TA 364 days (For Sierra Leone Nationals only)

Job no: 568805

Position type: Temporary Appointment

Location: Sierra Leone

Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal

School/Unit: Sierra Leone

Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Categories: Communication

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, a voice

Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here

How can you make a difference?

Under the supervision of the Communication Specialist, the incumbent is accountable for a number of communication and administrative functions to support and facilitate communication and public advocacy work for the Communication Section as well as office-wide to enable UNICEF Sierra Leone to be a leading voice for children.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Within the delegated authority and the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be accountable for all or assigned areas of the following major duties and end results.

Administrative and logistical range of procedural, administrative, operational and financial tasks to help develop, implement and monitor the SLCO country programme

Media and Social Media Monitoring

Content creation of communicational materials

Events Management and Field Support

Please see attached ToR for detailed information. JD – Communications Associate G6.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

•  A secondary education is required. A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, International Relations, Public relations, Journalism, or related fields is an asset.
•  Six years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience in the field of communications and project management including media, PR, digital communication and marketing is required.
  • Understanding of multimedia production, videography, and photography is required.
  •  Ability to use design software including adobe illustrator, photo shop and coral draw is an asset.
  •  Work experience in the UN system or development agencies is an asset.
  •  Fluency in English and Krio is required.

  UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

  UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

  (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.

  During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

  UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

  Remarks

  UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children.

  UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.

  All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

  Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  Advertised: Jan 10 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

  Application close: Jan 24 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

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UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone:

1.) Communication Associate
2.) Programme Associate

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Communication Associate

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2.) Programme Associate

The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Mechanic & Auto Electrician
2.) Finance & Admin Officer
3.) Driller
4.) Construction Supervisor
5.) Sanitation Marketing Officer

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Mechanic & Auto Electrician

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Mechanic & Auto Electrician

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was  established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021.  Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects,  which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us  the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To  strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong  focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our  revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that  will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while  continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Mechanic & Auto Electrician will work  closely with us under the supervision of the Line Manager and in close  collaboration with the Director of Technology.

Key Responsibilities: 

Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close  collaboration with the Director of Technology the Mechanic & Auto Electrician will perform the following tasks:

• Maintenance the mechanical and electrical aspect of drilling rig, compressor equipment and vehicles.
• Safeguard the machinery and equipment while it is away in the field.
• Ensure the safety of workers.

 

Vacancy Announcement 

• Follow regular maintenance schedule to keep all equipment and  machinery in good working order.
• Be flexible and adaptable in your work environment whiles directing  your effort where it is mostly needed.

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

• Diploma or certificate in mechanical engineering or other related fields.
• Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge  of English is an added advantage.
• Professional experience in repairing machineries, equipment, and  vehicles.
• A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote  areas.
• Having a valid driver’s license and being able to ride a motorbike and  drive a vehicle is an added advantage.

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

Email application (CV only) to info@wasap.life

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2.) Finance & Admin Officer

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Finance & Admin Officer

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was  established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021.  Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects, which  has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us the  projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To  strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong focus  on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our revenue  streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that will lead in  implementing activities that will grow this segment while continuing to work in  rural and peri-urban communities.

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

ROLE PROFILE: 

We need a highly organized, enthusiastic, and motivated person who will be  based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District to support our team to help ensure the  smooth, efficient running of our project.

The team work very closely together and this position reports directly to the  accountant. The role plays a vital part in the administration and smooth running of the project and is pivotal in the co-ordination and implementation  of office procedures.

Complete responsibility for the finance function, including input to Cashflow,  expenses processing and supplier payments.

The Finance and Administration Officer has the responsibility to deal with  enquiries and requests including postage, photocopying, telephone answering,  mail management. The postholder will also have frequent responsibility for  specific projects and tasks.

Vacancy Announcement 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Under the overall supervision of Accountant and working in close  collaboration with the Head of projects. the Finance and Admin Officer will  perform the following tasks:

• Maintain existing financial systems including petty cash, expenses,  mileage claims, income & expenditure records, process all payments  through Cashflow and monthly bank reconciliation.
• Responsible for management of the company’s cashboxes, guarantee  that the money is disburse and /or the advances are given in  accordance with the finance policy, and from the right cashboxes and  allocated on the relevant project(s)
• Regular cash reconciliation (By ensuring that physical cash balances are  matching cashbook records)
• Do a follow up on settlement of receivables to staff for project Activities at the end of each month.
• Collect all the relevant supporting documents regarding the  expenses/Purchases/payments made in the field.
• Supports the Accountant in the preparation of vouchers before audits,  internally or with Partner.
• Ensure the correct filing of all the financial and administrative  documents.
• Ensure government laws are follow regards deduction of WHT from  suppliers.
• Check the vouchers and the relevant supporting documents i.e., quality, authenticity, reliability, accuracy, and fairness.
• Advance should be settled before any other advance is raised by any  programme staff and make sure all advances are recorded in a file.  • Overseeing billing processes to recover money owed by consumers or  customers.

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

• BSc in Accounting/Finance or other related fields such as bookkeeping or  accounting.

Vacancy Announcement 

• They must be knowledgeable about the Microsoft Office suite and  accounting programs like Microsoft word, Excel, and QuickBooks. • Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge of  English.
• Coordination and organizational skills
• A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote  areas.
• Ability to be proactive and work independently.
• Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast moving environment.

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

Email application (CV only) to info@wasap.life

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3.) Driller

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Driller

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was  established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021.  Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects,  which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us  the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To  strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong  focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our  revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that  will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while  continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Driller will work closely with us under  the supervision of the Line Manager and in close collaboration with the  Director of Technology.

Key Responsibilities: 

Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close  collaboration with the Director of Technology the Driller will perform the  following tasks:

• Operate the drilling rig & compressor equipment.
• Move the drilling rig equipment to and fro.
• Safeguard the machinery and equipment while it is away in the field. • Ensure the safety of workers.

 

Vacancy Announcement 

• Follow regular maintenance schedule to keep all equipment in good  working order.
• Be flexible and adaptable in your work environment whiles directing  your effort where it is mostly needed.

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

• Diploma or certificate in borehole drilling or other related fields. • Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge  of English.
• Professional experience in drilling in various environments and  lithologies using different methods.
• A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote  areas.
• Ability to be proactive and work independently.
• Experience working with community-driven development and  participatory methodologies.
• Having a valid driver’s license and being able to ride a motorbike and  drive a vehicle is an added advantage.

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

Email application (CV only) to info@wasap.life

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4.) Construction Supervisor

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Construction Supervisor

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was  established as a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri urban communities in Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021.  Since we started, our main revenue stream has been sales from projects,  which has created an over-reliance on these institutions that are giving us  the projects and risks our sustainability because of the nature of projects. To  strengthen our business model starting in 2023, we want to have a strong  focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and diversify our  revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director that  will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while  continuing to work in rural and peri-urban communities.

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Construction Supervisor – Institutional WASH will work closely with The WASH Technician under the  supervision of the Line Manager and in close collaboration with the Director of  Technology.

Key Responsibilities: 

Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close  collaboration with the Director of Technology the Construction supervisor will perform the following tasks:

• Work with WaSAP Lead Technician to conduct a continual review of the  designs and functionality of the constructed or rehabilitated water supply  systems to ensure efficient operation and sustainability.

 

Vacancy Announcement 

• Act as the technical person in the development of Bill of Quantities and  designs for all WASH works on the various communities including but not  limited to latrines construction, water points, and rehabilitation in the  target communities.
• Work with the WaSAP Lead Technician to design templates, construction  contracts for WASH-related works, and a system for monitoring the  progress and performance of hired technicians.
• Provide rigorous supervision of WASH hardware works in the various  communities.
• Provide technical inputs in the production of WaSAP regular reports  internally and externally: Weekly, monthly, quarterly, etc.
• Liaise with the WaSAP Lead Technician on the quantity and quality of  materials to be requested and requests on time for prompt delivery to the  site.
• Be involved in capacity building of Water Management Committees  (WMCs) on routine maintenance techniques and maintaining the  constructed or rehabilitated WASH infrastructure.
• Ensure that the Water Management Committees and VSLA groups work  closely to ensure funds are available to maintenance the WASH  infrastructure.
• Provide updates to the Project Manager on the state of Water and  Sanitation infrastructure by working closely with the trained WMCs  committees regularly.
• Maintaining an accurate record and taking proper care of all field  equipment and material stocks for the company as per WaSAP standard.
• Cooperate with local authorities and local communities – attending  meetings, taking notes, informing the Project Manager about the outcome  of meetings attended.
• Promote the use of water filters and sell water filters inline agreed target.

 

Vacancy Announcement 

Any other assigned task by the Line Manager

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

• BSc or Diploma in civil engineering, architectural design, Bill of  Quantities, or other related fields.
• Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge  of English.
• Coordination and organizational skills.
• Professional experience and background in WASH; experience in WASH construction facilities and supervision.
• A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote  areas.
• Ability to be proactive and work independently.
• Experience working with community-driven development and  participatory methodologies.
• Experience in networking with government and private sector  stakeholders at district and national level
• Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast moving environment.
• The ability to speak the local dialect (Mende) of operational  communities is an advantage.
• Have a valid driver’s license and can ride a motorbike.

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

Email application (CV only) to info@wasap.life

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5.) Sanitation Marketing Officer

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Sanitation Marketing Officer

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd was established as  a social business to provide WASH services in rural and peri-urban communities in  Sierra Leone. WaSAP commenced operations in 2021. Since we started, our main  revenue stream has been sales from projects, which has created an over-reliance  on these institutions that are giving us the projects and risks our sustainability  because of the nature of projects. To strengthen our business model starting in 2023,  we want to have a strong focus on retail sales such that we grow that segment and  diversify our revenue streams. To achieve this, the company is hiring a sales Director  that will lead in implementing activities that will grow this segment while continuing  to work in rural and peri-urban communities.

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

Based in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, the Sanitation Marketing Officer will be  responsible for all aspects to Roll out LANN approach in project communities to create  linkages between WASH and Nutrition and promote positive behavior adoption in WASH and  nutrition on project communities’ business development, sales, marketing, social media,  and more.

Key Responsibilities: 

Under the overall supervision of Line Manager, and working in close collaboration  with the Director of Technology the Sanitation Marketing Officer will perform the  following tasks:

• Conduct market research to identify trends, consumer preferences, and  competitors in the sanitation and water filter industry.
• Analyze data to develop insights that inform marketing strategies and product  positioning.
• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to promote  sanitation and water filter products.
• Roll out LANN approach in project communities to create linkages between  WASH and Nutrition and promote positive behavior adoption in WASH and  nutrition on project communities.

 

Vacancy Announcement 

• Facilitate community mobilization for the construction of WASH facilities in  target project communities and promote a maintenance culture to ensure  sustainability of WASH facilities.
• Establish and monitor the operations of VSLA groups in all project locations and  ensure appropriate linkages with community structures to facilitate the  availability of finance to fund the repairs of damage public WASH facilities and  investments in household sanitation.
• Champion all hygiene promotion activities to facilitate the adoption of positive  WASH behaviors in project communities.
• Monitor and report on hygiene promotion outputs of the project and ensure  that the information on Akvo Flow or mwater is always reliable and up to date.
• Create and implement promotional campaigns to increase awareness and  drive adoption of sanitation and water filter products.
• Develop compelling marketing materials, including brochures, online content,  and advertisements.
• Utilize digital marketing channels, including social media, email campaigns,  and online advertising, to reach target audiences and drive engagement. • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government  agencies, NGOs, distributors, and retailers.
• Collaborate with partners to amplify marketing efforts and reach a broader  audience.
• Support the design of curriculum and conducting training for EMAS technicians  on hygiene promotion and working closely with trained technicians to promote  EMAS technologies (EMAS wells, latrines, handwashing stations, shower rooms,  etc)

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

• BSc in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or other related fields
• Good communication and report writing skills and working knowledge of English.
• Coordination and organizational skills
• Professional experience and background in WASH; experience in WASH Self Supply and  Sanitation Marketing is an added value.
• A high level of resilience and readiness to travel and work in remote areas.
• Ability to be proactive and work independently.
• Experience working with community-driven development and participatory  methodologies.

 

Vacancy Announcement 

• Experience in networking with government and private sector stakeholders at district  and national level
• Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast-moving  environment.
• The ability to speak the local dialect (Mende) of operational communities is an  advantage.
• Have a valid driver’s license and can ride a motorbike.

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

Email application (CV only) to info@wasap.life

Jhpiego is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Grant and Capacity Building Officer (x3)
2.) Technical Officer (x3)
3.) Technical Officer (Key Populations)
4.) Senior Technical Officer (x3)
5.) Strategic Information Officer (x3)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Grant and Capacity Building Officer (x3)

Job Description

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155  countries, Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe  for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and  AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both Pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria,  and IPC/WASH.

The Global Reach II project is a five-year global HRSA-funded project, which started in October 2021. It employs an iterative approach based on a country’s needs, informed by clients and beneficiaries, targeting high-priority populations and low-coverage and poor performing areas to achieve HIV epidemic control. In Sierra Leone, Global Reach II works with the government and builds local capacity to identify and implement proven solutions where they exist and develop innovative solutions to overcome persistent barriers that affect HIV services. Global Reach II will develop the capacity of the interdisciplinary health workforce to provide quality, client centred care, ensuring that individuals will be informed and empowered to access services, receive high-quality care, adhere to treatment, and remain in care, ultimately contributing to the achievement of HIV epidemic control in Sierra Leone.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Grant and Capacity Building Officer (3 positions) 

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili 

Reports to: Project Lead 

Position Overview: 

The Grants Officer will be responsible for oversight and management of the sub-grants under Jhpiego/Sierra Leone program. S/he advises and assists in the design, development, and oversight of the sub-grants management policies, procedures, and practices. Provides guidance and interpretation of grants policy for program staff as well as grantees. Assist the Grants manager in analyzing and evaluating grant applications, and awards to ensure adherence to grants management policies and donor requirements and work closely with the technical team to analyze work plans, budget estimates, and Milestones for reasonableness and consistency. He/she will be required to travel to the field to conduct compliance visits from time to time.

Responsibilities 

• Work with the Grants Manager, Cluster Managers, and other technical staff to oversee the process of selecting grantees for award. This will include conducting pre-award assessments to determine the responsibility of prospective grantees and providing feedback to the applicants as per guidance from the project’s leadership.
• Coordinate and participate in developing scope of work and budgets for prospective grantees
• In coordination with other grants officers/finance officers and technical teams, maintain and update the sub-award tracking system on a monthly basis, including invoices and technical reports, in accordance to subgrants documents. • In coordination with the finance office and technical team, conduct timely review and verification of deliverables submitted by sub-grantees on a regular basis, including budget analysis and review.
• Make determinations of risk profiles of prospective grantees and recommend appropriate approaches to mitigate the risks identified
• Provide technical assistance to staff and grantees on administrative policies and procedures for grants management such as; • Jhpiego grants management policies and procedures
• Policies and procedures for procurement under sub-grants
• Interpretation of donor regulations
• Grantee monitoring
• Review monthly reports against the milestones where each grantee submits requests for reimbursements, liquidations, financial status, monitoring and evaluation of data, and a narrative progress report.
• Consolidate programmatic and financial review feedback for all Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Local Government Authorities (LGAs) and assess the implementation of the recommendations set forth on a regular basis. • Monitor performance of sub-grantees including expenditure analysis and progress on targets, and coordinate with the finance and technical teams for mitigation strategies.
• Ensure systems and tools are in place to enable successful monitoring of the action at contractual and programmatic levels. • Be a liaison person and maintain a comprehensive timetable for grants audits and facilitate auditor to carry out the required audits in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Oversee accuracy, presentation and timeliness of all grant programmatic and financial reports, ensuring reconciliation to C3HP Annual Work Plan and Jhpiego accounts system respectively.
• Build capacity of sub grantees in the areas of grants management and compliance to the donor’s and organizational policies. • Conduct site visits to selected grantee organizations to directly observe project implementation, provide project management support, train on USAID rules and regulations.
• In collaboration with Grants Manager organize and maintain all project documents and files related to grant process and individual grantee activities.
• In collaboration with Grants Manager maintain and update specific project and related correspondence files, tracking and status sheets, and databases.
• In collaboration with Grants Manager collect and maintain complete documentation of submission/transmittal of reports that are specific to grants under prime awards.

1. a) Inventory of property in grantees’ custody
2. b) VAT reports of grantees
3. c) Audit reports of grantees
4. d) Other deliverables (programmatic and financial) of grantees

• In collaboration with Grants Manager conduct investigations to resolve contractual issues/problems/disputes arising from grants and make recommendations to the Finance and Operations Director and Chief of Party for resolution. • Assume other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics, project management or a related field [Master’s degree preferred] • Professional training related to grants management is an added advantage
• Minimum of five (5) years of post-qualification experience in a grants management position in a reputable NGO or development agency.

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences 

• Program management skills
• Communication and interpersonal skills – Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal with staff at all levels
• Tax Knowledge – In-depth knowledge of Tanzania income tax regulations
• Understanding of USAID rules and regulations
• Supervisory skills- Ability to Mentor and train other Finance staff
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of sub-awards and mandatory award requirements

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to: SL-Recruitment@jhpiego.org. Kindly state in the subject area the position and location you are applying for. CVs without proper labeling will not be considered. 

Deadline for the submission of applications: 13th December, 2023. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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2.) Technical Officer (x3)

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement 

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in  over 155 countries, Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries  across the globe for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention,  community health, HIV and AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both Pre-service  and in-service), family planning, malaria, and IPC/WASH.

The Global Reach II project is a five-year global HRSA-funded project, which started in October 2021. It employs an iterative  approach based on a country’s needs, informed by clients and beneficiaries, targeting high-priority populations and low coverage and poor-performing areas to achieve HIV epidemic control. In Sierra Leone, Global Reach II works with the  government and builds local capacity to identify and implement proven solutions where they exist and develop innovative  solutions to overcome persistent barriers that affect HIV services. Global Reach II will develop the capacity of  the interdisciplinary health workforce to provide quality, client-centered care, ensuring that individuals will be informed and  empowered to access services, receive high-quality care, adhere to treatment, and remain in care, ultimately contributing to  the achievement of HIV epidemic control in Sierra Leone.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Technical Officer (3 Positions)

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili

Reports to: District Team Lead

Position Overview: 

The Technical Officer will provide technical support in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV  services to both the general and key populations (KPs) at program-supported health facilities and drop-in centers. S/he  will provide technical assistance and support in the implementation of comprehensive facility-based HIV services  including PrEP, HTS (including index testing), HIV ST, Care and Treatment, and linkage to care. They will also provide  support to specific mobile and outreach services and services targeting populations (e.g. men, KPs). S/he will directly  support health facility staff and volunteers at site level and contribute to the improvement of access and quality of HIV  services including the optimization of HTS, referrals/linkages with HIV/AIDS care and treatment, other services, and the  implementation of QI approaches. S/he will provide mentorship and support to health facility staff and volunteers at  health facilities and DICs in the provision of HIV counseling and testing services including adherence counseling, TB  screening and prevention, HIVST, PrEP, and other health screening and referrals.

The position will work with the Senior Technical Officers and Advisor to identify capacity and skills gaps and implement  targeted on-the-job trainings for the provision of comprehensive and high-quality HIV, and KP-friendly services. S/he  will, in collaboration with the health facility and drop-in center staff, provide oversight and mentorship to the volunteers  at the health facility that are supporting demand creation for services, linkages to care, partner tracing, loss to follow up, and peer support. S/he will also collaborate with other organizations and the communities to support HIV services across  the continuum of care.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Supports health facility and drop-in center staff in the coordination, supervision and provision of HIV testing  and Services (HTS), HIVST, PrEP, linkages to care and treatment support, TB, STI and other health services at  health facilities
• Mentors and trains health facility staff and volunteers on comprehensive and quality HIV services including, PrEP,  HIVST (including index testing), clinical management of people living with HIV, TB screening, and counseling  provided at health facilities and outreach sites e Ensures all clinical procedures al health facilities and outreach site
• Ensure all clinical procedures at health facilities and outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols  developed by NACP and PEPFAR minimum requirements
• Provides ongoing coaching, mentoring, and hands-on supervision of health facility staff and volunteers. • Supports health facility and drop-in center staff to implement patient flow. protocols and supports site-level standard operating procedures for comprehensive HIV services
• Ensures linkages of newly diagnosed clients to care, in collaboration with health facility and drop-in center staff  and volunteers
• Supports health facility staff to conduct weekly data review meetings and determines pivots or adjustments to  implementation. in collaboration with the SI Officers and M&E Officers.
• Provides technical assistance and participates in supportive supervision of clinical staff to ensure quality health  care delivery: support the DHMTs to do the same in select sites
• Trains counselors and volunteers in HIV. HIVST, PrEP. community and adherence counseling. patient advocacy,  ease management, and partner tracing
• Contributes to monthly, quarterly, and annual reports with progress as per donor requirements. • Participates in various learning activities
• Performs other duties as required by the project

Required Qualifications: 

• Medical Doctor, Pharmacist, Clinical Officer, or holder of a nursing degree
• Holder of an advanced degree in Public Health or epidemiology will be an added advantage
• At least 5 years of demonstrated experience working in HIV prevention and treatment

Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences: 

• Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, care and treatment
• Experience in KP-focused clinical services is a plus
• Excellent written, presentation, communication, and organizational skills in English
• Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring
• Ability to liaise with DHMTs and representatives of stakeholders
• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Sierra Leone’s healthcare system, particularly the public health system, experience living and working in Sierra Leone preferred
• Ability to travel nationally up to 50% of the time.

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to: sl-recruitment@jhpiego.org.

Kindly state in the subject area the position and location you are applying for. CVs without proper labeling will not be  considered. 

Deadline for the submission of applications: 13th December 2023. Please note that given the likely high volume of  applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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3.) Technical Officer (Key Populations)

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement 

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155  countries, Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe  for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and  AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both Pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria,  and IPC/WASH.

The Global Reach II project is a five-year global HRSA-funded project, which started in October 2021. It employs an iterative approach  based on a country’s needs, informed by clients and beneficiaries, targeting high-priority populations and low-coverage and poor performing areas to achieve HIV epidemic control. In Sierra Leone, Global Reach II works with the government and builds local capacity to identify and implement proven solutions where they exist and develop innovative solutions to overcome persistent barriers  that affect HIV services. Global Reach II will develop the capacity of the interdisciplinary health workforce to provide quality, client centred care, ensuring that individuals will be informed and empowered to access services, receive high-quality care, adhere to  treatment, and remain in care, ultimately contributing to the achievement of HIV epidemic control in Sierra Leone.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Technical Officer (Key Populations) (1 position)

Job Location: Freetown

Reports to: KP Advisor

Position Overview:

The Senior (Sr.) Technical Officer Key Populations in collaboration with the Technical Advisors (TAs), will provide strategic  oversight and technical support in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV prevention, Care Treatment and  support services specifically to the Key populations with linkage broadly to the general population program in supported KP  drop-in-Centers, community and health One (l) Sr Technical Officer position will be KP focused and seconded partly at the National  AIDS Control Program (NACP).

The positions will provide strategic support, oversight and technical assistance to the implementation of comprehensive KP Focused  DIC and facility-based HIV prevention, Care treatment and support services including PrEP, HTS (including index testing), HIV ST,  Care and Treatment and linkage to care. They will also provide strategic support to DICs and health facilities to conduct specific  mobile and outreach services and services targeting populations (e.g., MSM, FSW, PWID, TG and Persons in custodial centers). S/he  will work closely with the technical officers to directly support health facility staff and volunteers at site and DIC level and contribute  to the improvement of access and quality of HIV services including the optimization of KP prevention, HTS, referrals/linkages with  HIV/AIDS care and treatment, other services and the implementation of QI approaches. S/he will provide mentorship and support  DIC volunteers in the provision of HIV counseling and testing services including adherence counseling, TB screening and prevention,  HIVST, PrEP, other health screening and referrals and QI]QA activities.

The position will work with Technical Officers and Advisors to identify capacity and skills gaps and implement targeted off site and  on-the-job trainings for the provision of comprehensive and high-quality HIV, and KP-friendly services. S/he will, in collaboration  with the health facility and DIC staff, provide oversight and mentorship to the project Technical Officers alongside the volunteers at  the health facility and DIC that are supporting demand creation for services, linkages to care, partner tracing, loss to follow up and  peer support. S/he will also collaborate with other organizations and the communities to support HIV services across the continuum  of care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports drop-in center volunteers in the coordination, supervision and provision of combination and comprehensive  HIV services including HIV IEC,STI Screening and management, IEC on consistent and correct condom and Lubricant  use, screening for Hepatitis B and C and referral, Screening for Tuberculosis and management, screening for mental health

and management/referral, screening for Pregnancy and referral, HIV testing and Services (HTS), HIVST, PrEP, PEP and  Harm reduction services (NSP,OST and overdose management) and other health services at health facilities. • Mentors and trains DIC and health facility volunteers and works on combination prevention interventions for key  populations

• Ensures all clinical procedures at DIC and outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols developed by the NACP and  meet PEPFAR minimum requirements.
• Provides on-going coaching, mentoring and hands-on supervision to health facility staff and volunteers • Develops patient flow, protocols and supports site level standard operating procedures for comprehensive  HIV services
• Ensures linkages of newly diagnosed clients to care and treatment at the DIC and collaborate with health  facility staff and volunteers,
• Supports drop-in center staff to conduct weekly data review meetings and determines pivots or adjustments  to implementation, in collaboration with the SI officers and M&E assistants,
• Provides technical assistance and participate in supportive supervision of clinical staff to ensure quality  health care delivery
• Trains counselors and volunteers in HIV, HIVST, PrEP, PEP, community and adherence counseling, patient  advocacy, case management and partners tracing
• Contributes to monthly, quarterly and annual reports with progress as per donor requirements.
• Participates in various learning activities
• Performs other tasks as required by the project

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A Medical Degree (MBChB) or similar degree with 5 to 7 years relevant experience with at least 3 years of progressive  experience working in Key populations programs in Sierra Leone
• Minimum of 5 years experience in care and treatment for HIV/AIDS especially with an HIV program • Possession of an MPH or postgraduate degree in a related field is an added advantage
• Proven experience in project development, planning, and facilitating technical training
• Familiarity with Sierra Leone’s public sector health system and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable. • A Nurse or midwife with an MPH or 5-7 years of post-nursing experience may be considered

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences: 

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes: 

• Knowledge of health and development programs in developing countries in general and Sierra Leone specifically • Clinical management and training experience and ability to understand the full range of issues around the combination  prevention interventions for Key populations
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the social, political, and ethical issues surrounding Key  Populations, recipients of care
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among Jhpiego program staff, KP-DIC team, KP-CSOs, and government and other partners Staff
• Ability to represent Jhpiego to donors, government officials, and the NGO community in Sierra Leone • Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English communication, including presentation and training skills • Proven ability to supervise staff
• Well-developed computer skills
• Ability to travel nationally up to 50% of the time.

⃰Members of Key populations are strongly advised to apply 

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to: sl-recruitment@jhpiego.org. Kindly state in the subject area the position and location you are applying for. CVs without proper labeling will not be considered.

Deadline for the submission of applications: 13th December 2023. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only  shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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4.) Senior Technical Officer (x3)

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155  countries, Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe  for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and  AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both Pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria,  and IPC/WASH.

The Global Reach II project is a five-year global HRSA-funded project, which started in October 2021. It employs an iterative approach  based on a country’s needs, informed by clients and beneficiaries, targeting high-priority populations and low-coverage and poor performing areas to achieve HIV epidemic control. In Sierra Leone, Global Reach II works with the government and builds local capacity to identify and implement proven solutions where they exist and develop innovative solutions to overcome persistent barriers  that affect HIV services. Global Reach II will develop the capacity of the interdisciplinary health workforce to provide quality, client centred care, ensuring that individuals will be informed and empowered to access services, receive high-quality care, adhere to treatment,  and remain in care, ultimately contributing to the achievement of HIV epidemic control in Sierra Leone.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Senior Technical Officer (3 positions) 

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili 

Reports to: District Team Lead. 

Position Overview:  

The Senior (Sr.) Technical Officerin collaboration with the Technical Advisors (Tas), will provide strategic oversight and technical support  in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV services to both the general and key populations (KPs) at program  supported health facilities and drop-in centers (DICs). One (1) Sr Technical Officer position will be KP focused and will closely with the  KP Technical Advisor on KP friendly programming.

The Sr Technical Officer positions will provide strategic support, oversight, and technical assistance to the implementation of  comprehensive facility-based HIV services including PrEP, HTS (including index testing and HIVST), Care and Treatment and linkage to  care. They will also provide strategic support to DICs, and health facilities to conduct specific mobile and outreach services, and services  targeting populations (e.g., KPs, men). S/he will work closely with the technical officers to directly support health facility staff and  volunteers at site and DIC level. 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.  S/he will provide mentorship and support to health facility staff and volunteers at health facilities and DICs in the provision of HIV  prevention (including PrEP) optimized HTS (including HIVST and index testing), adherence counseling, TB screening and prevention,  laboratory services, other health screening and referrals and QI/QA activities.

The position will work with Technical Officers and Advisors to identify capacity and skills gaps and implement targeted on-the-job  trainings and mentorship for the provision of comprehensive and high-quality HIV, and KP-friendly services. S/he will, in collaboration  with the health facility and DIC staff, provide oversight and mentorship to the project Technical Officers alongside the volunteers at the  health facility and DIC that are supporting demand creation for services, linkages to care, partner tracing, loss to follow up and peer  support. S/he will also collaborate with other organizations and the communities to support HIV services across the continuum of care.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Supports Technical Officers and health facility and drop-in center staff in the coordination, supervision and provision of optimized  HTS (HIVST and index testing), HIV prevention (including PrEP), linkages to/and care and treatment support, TB and other health  services at health facilities.
• Mentors and trains Technical Officers, health facility staff and volunteers on comprehensive and quality HIV services across the  continuum of care and the clinical management of people living with HIV, integrated TB screening and prevention, and counseling  provided at health facilities and outreach sites
• Ensures all clinical procedures at health facilities and outreaches follow national guidelines and protocols developed by the NACP  and meet PEPFAR minimum requirements.
• Provides on-going coaching, mentoring and hands-on supervision to technical officers, health facility staff and volunteers  • Develops patient flow, protocols and supports site level standard operating procedures for comprehensive HIV services

December, 2023

• Ensures linkages of newly diagnosed clients to care, in collaboration with health facility staff and volunteers,  • Supports health facility and drop-in center staff to conduct weekly data review meetings and determines pivots or adjustments to implementation, in collaboration with the SI officers and SI assistants,
• Provide logistic support and oversight of laboratory sample transport and commodities and supplies for HIV services • Provides technical assistance and participate in supportive supervision of clinical staff to ensure quality health care delivery; support  the DHMTs to do the same in select sites
• Trains counselors and volunteers in HIV, HIVST, PrEP, community and adherence counseling, patient advocacy, case management  and partners tracing
• Contributes to monthly, quarterly and annual reports with progress as per donor requirements.
• Participates in various learning activities
• Performs other tasks as required by the project

Required Qualifications: 

• Medical Doctor, Pharmacist, Clinical Officer or holder of nursing degree
• Holder of advanced degree in Public Health or epidemiology will be added advantage
• At least 5 year demonstrated experience working in HIV prevention and treatment

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences: 

• Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, care and treatment
• Experience in KP-focused clinical services is a plus
• Excellent written, presentation, communication and organizational skills in English
• Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring
• Ability to liaise with DHMTs and representatives of stakeholders
• Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Sierra Leone healthcare system, particularly the public health system, experience living and working in Sierra Leone preferred
• Ability to travel nationally up to 50% of the time.

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to: sl-recruitment@jhpiego.org. Kindly state in the subject area the position and location you are applying for. CVs without proper labeling will not be considered. 

Deadline for the submission of applications: 13th December, 2023. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only  shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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5.) Strategic Information Officer (x3)

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement 

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155  countries, Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe  for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and  AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both Pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria,  and IPC/WASH.

The Global Reach II project is a five-year global HRSA-funded project, which started in October 2021. It employs an iterative approach  based on a country’s needs, informed by clients and beneficiaries, targeting high-priority populations and low-coverage and poor performing areas to achieve HIV epidemic control. In Sierra Leone, Global Reach II works with the government and builds local capacity to identify and implement proven solutions where they exist and develop innovative solutions to overcome persistent barriers  that affect HIV services. Global Reach II will develop the capacity of the interdisciplinary health workforce to provide quality, client centred care, ensuring that individuals will be informed and empowered to access services, receive high-quality care, adhere to treatment,  and remain in care, ultimately contributing to the achievement of HIV epidemic control in Sierra Leone.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Strategic Information Officer (3 positions)

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili

Reports to: District Team Lead and Strategic Information Advisor

Position Overview: 

The Strategic Information Officer: will be responsible for assuring the tools and procedures for data collection for indicators are well-defined,  reflect the service delivery process, are standardized working closely with the National AIDS Control Program (NACP). S/he will be  responsible, in collaboration with the SI team, for training staff and building the capacity of DHMTs and Facility Level staff on indicators,  tools, standard operating procedures for data collection, verification, and quality assurance, and any digital health tools or processes.  S/he will be responsible for the preparation of datasets and analysis of data and work to improve data analysis and use at the DHMT  and health facility levels. The Officer will participate in planning and implementing internal data quality assessment with paper and or  electronic data, both project and national tools and systems. S/he will provide support to all data collection, cleaning and analysis and  participate in preparing for and playing a key role in data review meetings; reporting in PEPFAR’s Data for Accountability Transparency  and Impact (DATIM), High-Frequency Reports (HRF), Project databases (DHIS2 Platform) and in JADE and participating in information  dissemination forums. S/he will submit 100% quality data in DATIM on a quarterly basis and other platforms as required and provide  timely data for decision-making at the project level by sharing timely trend analysis for project performance tracking for project  management on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis as appropriate

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Oversee timely collection, verification, entry, validation, processing, review and collation of project data for all reportable indicators
• Perform data validation and verification – in close coordination with project team, ensure site-level data (heath facilities, DICs and  other project data) is verified before entry, validated across databases e.g., DHIS2 platform and DATIM and shared to project staff  for review and scrutiny before reporting to the project, Jhpiego, Partners, MOH and PEPFAR
• In close collaboration with the SI team and project advisors, conduct in-depth and robust data analysis to present granular  information focusing on site level, district, project, and national level as required.
• Participate in site visits to assist with supportive supervision, data quality assessments, mentorship and implementation of SOPs  and checklists to improve data quality
• Analyze and provide key information on progress towards indicator targets and participate with technical and program team to  describe performance, gaps, action plan to address any lagging areas
• Assist to develop/ update tools and standard operating procedures for data collection and reporting and participate in other areas  as assigned
• Train staff and stakeholders on indicators, tools, SOPs for data collection, verification, and quality assurance.
• Prepare and analyze datasets -verify and clean data collected by the field team in real time (database management) and develop data

dashboards, as may be required

• Work closely with key stakeholders on the development of digital health tools, and their deployment and use in the field
• Conduct training/orientation on digital health tools, paper-based tools, data elements and reporting
• Provide weekly updates on data completeness and performance on indicators
• Participate in reporting as required by project, organization, and donor.
• Participate in work planning and ensure SI-related tasks are clear, assigned timelines and responsible people.
• Plan and participate in training programs to improve the M&E skills of health and HIV/staff in the regions and facilities

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences: 

• Experience in providing strategic direction and developing functional M&E frameworks based on consolidated analytical inputs.
• Experience and skills in epidemiological surveillance, quantitative and qualitative monitoring, and evaluation methods.
• Knowledge of the national response to HIV/ AIDS in Sierra Leone.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Internet).
• Working knowledge of M&E software like DHIS.
• Willingness to work within a team environment and travel throughout Sierra Leone up to 50% of the time.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills

Required Qualifications: 

• Degree in Statistics or Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), social science, information technology or other relevant disciplines
• At least three to five years’ experience in the development, design and implementation of donor funded monitoring and evaluation  systems preferably in a PEPFAR HIV/AIDS programs.
• Masters degree in a relevant field will give additional advantage.

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to: sl.-recruitment@jhpiego.org. Kindly state in the subject area the position and location you are applying for. CVs without proper labeling will not be considered. 

Deadline for the submission of applications: 13th December, 2023. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only  shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

POSITION	Grants and Fundraising Manager
LOCATION	Freetown with expected travel
START DATE	January 2024
DURATION	7 months with the possibility of extension

 

BACKGROUND

Welbodi Partnership (WP) is a UK-registered charity working to reduce maternal and child  mortality and morbidity in Sierra Leone. Since 2008, Welbodi Partnership has worked in  partnership with hospital management, health facility staff, and the Ministry of Health to  improve maternal and child health outcomes in Sierra Leone. We do this through a range of  bold innovative partnerships models across health system strengthening activities,  healthcare worker training, hospital improvement projects, research and community  engagement.

Our vision is that all women and children in Sierra Leone will have access to effective  essential healthcare services characterised by respect and dignity for all. Our mission is to  build the capacity and effectiveness of the health system in Sierra Leone using evidence based practice to reduce the number of women and children who are sick, suffer, or die  unnecessarily.

The organisation’s guiding principles are:

1. Deliver Lasting Results
2. Working in Partnership
3. Quality improvement and patient safety
4. Valuing People
5. Evidence Based Approach

For further information, please see: www.welbodipartnership.org 

CONTEXT

One in ten children in Sierra Leone die before their fifth birthday, mainly from preventable and  treatable diseases. A lot of work remains to be done if Sierra Leone is to reach Sustainable  Development Goal 3; ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages. Whilst there  are interventions which address child health, there are few providing the high-level technical  support needed, meaning care remains rudimentary? There is an urgent need for quality tertiary  healthcare for children, requiring trained staff and well-equipped facilities to enable clinicians to  make appropriate decisions about care.

The maternal mortality rate (MMR) in Sierra Leone is the highest in the world, 1 in 17 women are  will die during pregnancy or childbirth. Maternal deaths account for 36% of all deaths in women  aged between 15-49 years. Although not all deaths in the community may be accounted for due to  low levels of reporting, maternal death review and surveillance reports indicate that the majority of  these women will die in a health facility (81.8%).

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

The recent Ebola outbreak highlighted severe challenges to Sierra Leone’s health system: a limited  health workforce in numbers and quality, ineffective supply chains and challenged management  systems. Sierra Leone has one of the weakest health infrastructures in the world and continues to be  liable to outbreaks and other considerable public health issues.

ODCH is a national teaching hospital with over 300 clinical staff; around 75% are nurses, as well as a  continuous stream of nursing and medical students who rotate through the facility as a part of their  undergraduate training. Since students and junior doctors, who may later take up jobs at district  hospitals, have mandatory rotations through the paediatric hospital, our capacity building work has  the potential to impact the quality of clinical care across the country.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Welbodi Partnership is looking for a strategic-thinking, analytic, and multidonor-grounded grants senior leader with the ability to oversee fast-paced resources/funding oversight whilst ensuring best  practices in compliance. We are looking for an incumbent with experience in donor relationships  management, country portfolio resourcing, large complex grants administration and pedigree in  single entity and consortium structure compliance processes.

The successful candidate will report to the Country Director and provide inputs towards annual  strategic planning, grants mapping and resourcing cycle tracking processes with backstopping  responsibility to identify, track, manage, and improve grants, country office and partners compliance  processes and systems.

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

Key Responsibilities:    Reporting to the Country Director with oversight   mandate of donor controls; the Grants and Fundraising  Manager will deliver the following:

Measures

Donor reporting, grants regulations/performance and  contracts management    • Lead the drafting, reviews, submission, and feedback Processes involved in all grant cycles. • Provide support to programmes implementation  teams on donor standards/requirements for key  submissions. • Under Country Director Supervision, lead  management to review grant contracts for alignment with extant laws and labour standards. • Conduct regular, necessary, and timely budget  variance analysis (BVA) processes/reports. • Guide the Finance teams in PFR (period financial  review) processes for institutional grants. • Track under- or overspend across grants and  mitigate poor performance of donor contracts. • Lead the programmes implementation, finance,  and operations teams to ensure careful adherence  to Welbodi partnership as well as donor/grants  contracts compliance including adherence to  supply chain/procurement and financial management and policies and procedures. • Serve as the pivot between the program implementation and operations/finance side of  Welbodi and in aligning Welbodi Grants health  with country office program quality. • Keep up to date with donor regulations, especially  relating to the NIHR, FCDO, USAID, JICA, EU, Irish  Aid, KFW, SIDA, NORAD, GAC, QFFD, WAHO, and

• Evidence of proper documentation  of grant MOUs, SLAs, etc.  • Evidence of number of BVA and  PFR submissions and review processes conducted. • Evidence of number of reviews  conducted and reports submitted. • Evidence of grants/budgets performance management trackers deployed. • Evidence of archival of grants  agreements and amended grants  agreements signed off by Country  Director and Welbodi Board.

 

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

others, and communicate relevant changes to  staff and partners, ensuring links with  headquarters in terms of global donor strategies  and updates on regulations. • Support the Welbodi Country Office in administering donor/grant team checks and balances including desk-based reviews, periodic  audits etc. • In collaboration with the Country Director, review  and sign relevant grants and contracts amendments in line with Welbodi Partnership  strategic direction.

Strategic Excellence and compliance standards  • Conduct periodic grants performance review  sessions with the finance, operations, and programs implementation teams. • Conduct continuous real-time performance  tracking against Grants’ KPIs. • Under supervision of the Country Director and in  collaboration with management teams, develop strategies and donor compatible internal systems to sustain high compliance performance across the Welbodi Country Program. • In collaboration with Operations, Finance and  Programs implementation teams carry out high  quality reporting of all institutional funding grants/ contracts in Sierra Leone. • Support overall overarching compliance of all  teams to Welbodi Partnership high standards of  operations.

• Evidence of number of  reviews conducted and reports submitted. • Evidence of grants/budgets performance management trackers deployed. • # of compliance policies/processes institutionalized. • Evidence of grants submission and donor high performance rating scores.

 

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

Resourcing, grants strategy, portfolio management  • Facilitate and participate in  periodic planning Processes for all donor  submissions. • Identify and engage key stakeholders relevant to  nurturing Welbodi Partnership’s in-country portfolio. • Participate in and facilitate decision making  around resourcing, fund raising, and commitment of WP to contract processes.	Approved, disseminated, and    shared annual planning process/document.   Database of relevant donor/grant frameworks
Compliance policies’ development, cascade, and risk  management    • With the oversight of the Country Director,  assess relevant compliance policy needs to improve Welbodi Partnership internal systems. • Conduct regular central and field level checks for  relevant policy compliance. • With the Country Director, the Grants and  Fundraising Manager will identify, Isolate, mitigate, manage, and prevent live and potential  Welbodi Country Program operational risks. • Maintain and update in-country risks register in  line with global best practices. • Develop a risk and compliance RAG rating system  for grants and donor processes.	# Of compliance policies in  place.   Detailed and regular risk register analysis and update.   Presence of feasible RAG rating system for CP grants risks.

 

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

All other duties/functions as designated by Welbodi  Partnership Country Director in line with the Country  Program strategic priorities.

• TBD

 

Skills  

• Familiarity with performance management tools and systems including MRPs (monthly  reporting packs), MERs (month end reviews), SUN, Info BI.
• Demonstrated management and organisational skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strategic and innovative thinker with proven ability to communicate a vision.
• Excellent IT, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated financial skills: budget monitoring and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills: providing solutions to challenging situations.
• Demonstrated management skills in emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas with others.
• Ability to learn and apply new skills and techniques on the job.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a cross-cultural environment, as a leader and  influencer.

 

Personal attributes  

• Auditable pedigree in resource/contracts management
• Integrity and an ethos of incorruptibility.
• Motivated and hardworking.
• Openness to learn, relearn and unlearn.
• Strong ability to manage time well and work to multiple and strict deadlines under pressure.  • Reliable and conscientious approach to duties.
• Passionate about improving maternal healthcare in Sierra Leone and a keen interest in  Health System Strengthening.
• Absolute commitment to teaching and learning and skills improvement of others.

Other  

• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to accept basic living and working conditions.
• Commitment to the goals and principles of Welbodi Partnership.

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

DESIRABLE CRITERIA  

Qualifications  

• Bachelors and/or Masters qualification/degree(s) in grants management, accounting,  business administration, public health, or another related field.
• Additional Post-graduate certifications and charters are an added advantage. (and/or  background of relevant pedigree in fast-paced performance-driven social enterprise  organizations is also equivalent).

Experience  

• Previous experience working in business-focused health organizations with social enterprise  models and performance tracking tools such as SUN, Power/Info BI, Kobocollect is critical
•  Experience in local partner, consortium partner oversight and management are key.
•  Familiarity with donor registration platforms like PADOR is an advantage.
• Familiarity with NGO sector compliance requirements with the Government of Sierra Leone.
• At least four years’ upper middle/senior management experience is preferred.
• Management- level experience to include contracts oversight, budgets holding  responsibility, fundraising, operations, and finance management.
• Experience in proposal and report writing with a proven ability to secure donor funding.
• Experience in the charity sector and/or in impoverished, post-conflict, or other challenging  environments.

 

**We are open to considering exceptional and committed candidates with less management  experience if they possess the energy and skill set to drive our organisation forward.  

Knowledge  

Knowledge of relevant evidence-based approaches to improving maternal, neonatal, and child  health, and of national and international strategies and frameworks in these areas.

Other  

Fluency in Krio and/or other local languages desirable.

GENERAL POLICIES PROCEDURES AND PRACTICES  

In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees and  volunteers at Welbodi Partnership are expected to comply with the general duties outlined  below and detailed in full in our policies.

SAFEGUARDING  

Welbodi Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young  people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such  a way that supports this commitment. Applicants for this position should be aware that if  successful, they will be requested to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, or  equivalent in countries other than the UK. The Welbodi Partnership complies fully with the DBS  Code of Practice.

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

DATA PROTECTION  

Welbodi Partnership complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).  EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY  

Welbodi Partnership is committed to a comprehensive policy of Equal Opportunities in  volunteering and employment in which individuals are selected and treated based on their  relevant merits and abilities and are given equal opportunities within the organisation. It is the  Welbodi Partnership’s policy as an employer to treat all people equally irrespective of race,  ethnic origin, nationality, sex, marital or parental status, gender, sexual orientation, creed,  disability, age, or political belief.

WORKING CONDITIONS  

Welbodi Partnership operates in tertiary and primary healthcare facilities in one of the world’s  poorest countries. Consequently, working conditions can be challenging, including many things  we take for granted in other working environments, such as running water, power,  communications, staff competency and regular supplies of essential medicines and equipment – many of these things are not a given in the environments where we work. Whilst every  reasonable effort is made to ensure a safe working environment, this is a challenging context,  much of which is out of our control. Welbodi Partnership places a strong emphasis on staff  health and well-being and strives to always ensure staff comfort.

JOB REVISION  

This job description should be viewed as a guide to the duties required and is not definitive or  restrictive in any way. The duties of the post may be varied from time to time in response to  changing circumstances.

SALARY/BENEFITS  

Based on job competency alignment to internal pay scales. The full remuneration package will be  discussed with shortlisted candidates.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

The closing date for applications is the 30th of November 2023 – we encourage potential applicants to submit as soon as possible. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply for this position please send your cover letter, CV and contact details of 3 referees in  one email to jobs@welbodipartnership.org using the following subject title: Application – GRANTS and FUNDRAISING MANAGER.

Please include the following in your cover letter (2 pages maximum):

1. Reasons for applying to this position
2. Overview of key experience related to this post
3. Your country of residence and nationality
4. Date you are able to commence and duration of availability

 

Vacancy Announcement: Grants and Fundraising Manager

Please note: CVs should be no more than 4 pages long. Please do not send any additional  documentation at this stage.

For any queries relating to the position, please email jobs@welbodipartnership.org.

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

1.) Operations Manager
2.) Advocacy, Partnership and Knowledge Coordinator

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Operations Manager

Career with BRAC Sierra Leone

 

BRAC is an award-winning international non-governmental development organisation, with the vision of a world free from all forms of exploitation and discrimination, where everyone has the opportunity to realize their potential. BRAC is a leader in developing and implementing cost-effective, evidence-based programmes to assist poor and disadvantaged communities in low-income countries, including in conflict-prone and post-disaster settings. It is an organisation of and for the people of the Global South, pioneering new development and social enterprise approaches to equip communities to achieve prosperity. As well as being the world’s biggest NGO by number of staff and people directly reached, BRAC has regularly been ranked the number one NGO in the world by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent organisation committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector. BRAC retained the top spot in 2020 among the top 500 NGOs for the fifth consecutive year.

 

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

BRAC Sierra Leone is looking for a trustworthy, skilled communicator, fast learner and creative individual with strong work experience in the development sector. If you believe you are accountable, competent, dynamic, and self-motivated then please apply for the following position:




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POSITION: Operations Manager

JOB LOCATION: BRAC Sierra Leone Country Office 

 

 JOB PURPOSE:

The Operations Manager is a key managerial position responsible for ensuring that BRAC Sierra Leone operations run smoothly and efficiently. The position holder will also be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to improve the organization’s operational efficiency. The Operations Manager will oversee efficient procurement processes, and effective administration and Logistics, enabling BRAC Sierra Leone to achieve its mission and strategic goals.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Operational Strategy and Management

• Develop and implement integrated operational policies and guidelines aligned with

organizational strategy.

• Oversee all BRAC operations in line with the established standard procedures and

guidelines.

• Ensure timely operations, within budget, and with quality assurance.
• Lead and supervise the Procurement and Administration teams to ensure efficient operations and compliance with policies and procedures.

 

Guidelines Review and Compliance

• Conduct regular reviews of BRAC International guidelines and statutory legislation to stay updated on changes and developments.
• Collaborate with department heads and teams to assess existing processes and

practices for compliance.

• Evaluate current organizational processes, policies, and procedures to identify areas that require compliance improvements.

• Develop and implement effective processes and standards to enhance compliance and efficient operations.

  Procurement Management

• Oversee procurement processes, including vendor selection, negotiations, and

contract management, to ensure cost-effective and quality procurement of goods and services.

• Implement procurement best practices and ensure transparency and accountability in procurement operations.

Administration and Facility Management

• Ensure efficient administrative processes, including office management, logistics, and facility maintenance, to support the smooth functioning of BRAC Sierra Leone’s operations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (such as landlords and service providers)
• Oversee compliance with health and safety regulations and the implementation of security measures.

 

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with other project leads and country management to align operational activities with program objectives and organizational priorities.
• Foster a culture of cross-functional teamwork and communication to achieve shared goals.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. Prepare regular reports and presentations for management and stakeholders on operational performance.

 

SAFEGUARDING:

 

• Establish a safeguarding culture across all levels of the programme by implementing the

safeguarding policy.

• Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
• Responsible to ensure team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• University Degree or Master’s in Finance, Procurement, Business Studies or a related field is desired.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: 

• Five (5) years job experience in INGO and/or the private sector.
• Experience in similar management position

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 recruitment.sierraleone@brac.net

 

PLEASE MENTION THE NAME OF POSITION IN THE SUBJECT LINE

 

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

 

Application deadline: 30th November 2023

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.) Advocacy, Partnership and Knowledge Coordinator

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:	AIM – Advocacy, Partnership and Knowledge Coordinator
Location:	Country Office
Reporting to:	Program Manager – AIM
Level/Grade:	TBD
Number of direct reports:	N/A
Number of positions:	1

 

JOB PURPOSE:

BRAC International is looking for a dynamic, creative and results-oriented advocacy and mobilization professional to lead the AIM program’s advocacy and alumni engagement work at the country level. Working directly with AIM program participants and country-level staff, this position will be supporting the program’s advocacy agenda in the country; build capacity of adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) to advocate for their rights and influence policies and support program participants to identify advocacy spaces. The Officer will work closely with the program team to establish a detailed work plan, processes and procedures that will be geared towards ensuring a seamless transition for program participants while also developing effective strategies for alumni engagement and management. By doing so, we aim to ensure the sustainability of the program’s impact and foster continued self-advocacy among our alumni in their respective communities.

In addition, the role will also serve as the in-country knowledge management focal point, ensuring proper documentation, knowledge sharing, and dissemination of best practices to enhance the overall impact and effectiveness of the program.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Advocacy, Partnership and Knowledge Coordinator will be responsible for the development and delivery of the advocacy and alumni engagement strategy of the Mastercard Foundation Accelerating Impact for Young Women in Partnership with BRAC (AIM) program. Working closely with the Programme Manager – AIM, the position will do the following:

 

• Advocacy and alumni engagement strategy

• Support the Programme Manager in the development and rollout of the AIM programme advocacy and alumni (network of graduated programme participants) engagement strategy.
• Work closely with the Programme Manager to prepare the annual work plan, complete with detailed activities, targeted towards the operationalization of the advocacy and alumni engagement strategy.
• Prepare a mapping of key stakeholders’ instrumental to the operationalization of the advocacy and alumni engagement strategy and lead these engagements.
• Coordinate tailored support to programme participants, including capacity strengthening on evidence-based advocacy, negotiation and effective communications and media engagement skills.
• Coordinate and provide support to the national and subnational level Advocacy initiatives
• Represent AIM in National and Regional forums as required
• Support in research within the country to facilitate evidence-based Advocacy actions.
• Work closely with field teams to research and identify transition options in the areas and create transition procedures ahead of the cohort completion. This will also involve working with Micro Finance (MF) teams to ensure the transition process to MF in the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) is adhered to in practice.
• Lead the transition and alumni management part of the AIM programme by ensuring most       programme participants who transition to either MF groups or other networks are fully supported, and outcomes are tracked.
• Work closely with the program team to institutionalize the Youth Development Committees (YDCs) to use the YDC platform for grassroots advocacy and undertake other relevant activities to deepen the impact of the YDCs at the community level.
• Support field teams to organize local level workshops/meetings/sessions with external stakeholders to get the buy-in and approval of government authorities.
• Provide support to the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager to evaluate the impact of advocacy initiatives; produce reports on the progress and outcomes of the advocacy work.
• Knowledge Management 

• Work closely with the Manager – Knowledge Management & Learning (AIM) to support the knowledge management component at the country level.
• Work as a knowledge champion and help support process documentation, good practices and success stories compilation.
• Stay up to date on the latest research and remain informed on issues such as women’s social and economic development, youth-led advocacy, alumni engagement, group self-governance, and gender equality.

• Outreach, external engagement and communications

• Organize alumni events and keep alumni groups up to date with BRAC work including inviting them to BRAC events, learning sessions, field visits and other events.
• Support delegation of young women’s participation in events such as the International Women’s Day and International Day of the Girl Child.
• Lead in supporting the leadership in opportunity identification and advocacy networking including forging working relationships with strategic partners and key stakeholders.
• Research and identify opportunities at the national and regional levels where BMT can bring the narrative, evidence, lessons, and priorities from the AIM programme to major national events to be shared with key decision-makers and practitioners.
• Perform other responsibilities, as requested by the Programme Manager

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

 

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

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

 

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

• Punctuality

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s in Social Sciences, International Development, Public Relations/Policy, Communications, Journalism

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 4 – 6 years’ experience in leading advocacy portfolios, community mobilization, campaign management, stakeholder management, and/or supporting self-governance transition of youth groups, preferably in social and economic development.
• A robust understanding of the policy landscape around AGYW’s social and economic development, preferably in the African context.
• Prior experience in programme-related knowledge management processes.
• Prior experience working with women groups in advocacy and campaign work.
• Experience in strategic relationship and partnership management.

 

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACTUAL

 

SALARY: NEGOTIABLE/ MENTION THE AGREED SALARY AMOUNT or RANGE

 

JOB LOCATION: COUNTRY OFFICE

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

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

 

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

 

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

 

Application deadline: 30th November 2023

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.

Position: NEWS, WPS and Y4P Volunteers

Employment type: 1 year

Application ends:  Wednesday, 8th November 2023

Vacancy: Five (5)

Location: Freetown

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a competent, team player, passionate about community development, ready-to-learn, and self-motivated individual looking forward to advancing your career? Apply to fill the position of NEWS, WPS, and Y4P Volunteers in our organization with the major responsibility of supporting the heads of the various programs to deliver on different interventions under their portfolio.  According to our organization’s organogram, In this position, you will be reporting to the respective officers in charge at the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding Sierra Leone.

ABOUT WANEP-SIERRA LEONE

The West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP) Sierra Leone was established in 1998 and is registered with the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development in Sierra Leone. WANEP-SL is a well-established national network of peacebuilding civil society organizations including women’s groups, youth groups, and religious institutions committed to encouraging, facilitating, and mobilizing local initiatives for peacebuilding, promotion of gender justice, conflict resolutions, and transformation. WANEP-SL is a membership network with over 50 registered organizations across the country with a shared responsibility and interest to prevent conflict and build peace in Sierra Leone.

We envision a Sierra Leone characterized by just and peaceful communities where the dignity of the human person is paramount and where the people can meet their basic human needs and decide their own direction, we seek to enable and facilitate the development of mechanisms for cooperation among civil society-based peacebuilding practitioners and organizations by promoting cooperative responses to violence and conflict in Sierra Leone.

JOB PURPOSE: 

In line with our continuous engagement and the need to train, mentor, and develop upcoming peacebuilding practitioners through participation in our intervention across Sierra Leone we are in the process of recruiting five (5) volunteers passionate about community development and peacebuilding to promote the aims, objectives, and cores values of WANEP-Sierra Leone.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

YOUTH FOR PEACE VOLUNTEERS 

• • Assist in coordinating activities related to Peace Education at the secretariat.
  • Support in the development of a national Peace Education strategy for the coordination of network members/school peace clubs
  • Support with the coordination of the secretariat of the Youth for Peace Network members
  • Support the Youth for Peace Officer to prepare quarterly/annual activity plans and narrative reports of project activities.

• Follow up on Youth for Peace Network member’s activities and peace clubs.

• Liaising with partners including Youth groups, Y4P Members, and Peace Clubs to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the Peace Education programs and activities.

• Assist in the facilitation of training modules for peace club supervisors in schools.

• Support other departments with project implementation when needed.

 

WOMEN’s PEACE AND SECURITY VOLUNTEERS

• • Assist in coordinating activities related to Women’s Peace and Security-related issues.
  • Support with the preparation of quarterly/annual activity plans and narrative reports of project activities.

• Support with monitoring and collating information related to women’s peace and security threats issues.

• Support liaising with partners including WIPNET members to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of the WIPNET programs and activities.

• Assist in the facilitation of training modules for women in peacebuilding and other thematic areas.

• Support the NEWS team in analyzing the security situation of women in the production of early warning reports including News bulletins, policy briefs, and other reports when needed/requested on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

• Support the submission of timely reports of activities to the program manager on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

 

NEWS VOLUNTEERS

• • Assist in coordinating activities related to WARN (West Africa Early Warning System) at the national level in collaboration with the NEWS Officer

• Support with monitoring and collating information related to peace and human security threats and help with inputting the data into the NEWS, ECOWARN, and AU

• Liaising with all the NEWS community monitors to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of NEWS.

• Assist in the facilitation of training modules for early warning and strategic responses for field monitors.

• Work with the NEWS Officer and Manager in Analyzing the security situation and initiate the production of early warning reports including News bulletins, policy briefs, and other reports when needed/requested on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

• • Support with the filing of the field monitors report on a timely basis in the WANEP NEWS platform
  • Monitors court sittings on issues related to peace and security.

• Support various programs or other initiatives at the secretariat as may be directed by the Acting NNC, NEWS Manager, NEWS Officer, and other senior officials of the national secretariat and the regional office.

• Support other departments with project implementation when needed.

 

OTHER DUTIES  

• Other duties as required, including occasional work on weekends if needed.
• Other duties assigned by the Senior Management Team (SMT).

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

Practice, promote, and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action while on and off duty, promote a safe work environment in all dealings, and avoid actions, that may cause any form of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation of team members, beneficiaries, and other interns/ volunteers, and network members to achieve the program’s goals on safeguarding.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Candidate must have a Diploma Degree in Peace and Conflict Studies, Peacebuilding, Community Development Studies and Gender Studies, or a recent graduate in a similar field.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Proficient/Interested in Microsoft Office packages.
• Team player
• Willingness to learn.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates need to send an expression of interest/application letter, stating the position applied for, and contact details of three references. Expression of interest/application letter should be sent to our secretariat’s email wanep-sierraleone@wanep.org OR hand delivered to our secretariat at 57 Fort Street, Off Circular Road, Freetown. Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ZoodLabs is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Supply Chain & Logistics Manager
2.) Head of Commercial

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Job Title:	Supply Chain & Logistics  Manager	Reports To:	Chief Operating Officer
Department/Group:	Supply Chain	Job Code/   Req#:	Job Code/ Req#
Location:	Freetown, Sierra Leone	Travel   Required:	10 – 15% of travel
Level/Salary Range:		Position Type:	Full-time
HR Contact:	Zoodlabs HR	Date Posted:	18th October 2023
Will Train   Applicant(s):		Posting   Expires:	1st November 2023
External Posting   URL:
Internal Posting   URL:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Head, of Supply Chain & Capital Projects, will play a pivotal role in defining and implementing customer oriented services and strategy for the business. The successful candidate will deeply understand broadband and  telecommunication services for fixed and wireless telecom customers. ● Define the products and services procurement and logistics strategies for Zoodlabs. ● Create detailed procurement and logistics requirements documents based on an intimate knowledge  of the specific business unit strategies. ● Work with the leadership team to set the procurement strategy for the customer strategy and make  appropriate high-judgment trade-offs between governance and speed-to-launch. ● Manage the product contracts to align with the entire product life cycle from strategic planning to  tactical execution and work with key internal and external stakeholders to deliver on that vision, e.g.,  engineering, legal, sales, finance, operations, international, etc. ● Responsible for ensuring that products and services are delivered on time to align with service release  plans and enablement, working to ensure that all partner teams have what they need from the supply  chain to be successful. ● Support the business development team to implement new opportunities, lead calls with key suppliers,  and help identify tools to support the success. ● Establish goals and review metrics for the Supply Chain department to deliver successfully. ● Support the research and new opportunities identification to innovate on behalf of our customers. ● Anticipate bottlenecks, manage risk and escalations, and balance the business needs versus technical  constraints when executing supply chain strategies. ● Champion continuous business process improvement initiatives in the planning process. ● Perform analysis with transactional data from the company and industry to generate insights on  profitability by region. ● Design and implement BI dashboards to review company procurement performance for operational  and financial dimensions. ● Liaise with various internal stakeholders for accurate and timely reporting. ● Responsible for developing the purchasing policies for the organization and ensuring the same are  distributed to the entire organization. ● Responsible for tracking and reporting on compliance to the purchasing policies ● Manage compliance to budgets through optimized procurement processes to reach savings targets  and stay within budgets. ● Source, negotiate and review key supplier contracts on behalf of the organization with the aim of  ensuring optimal spend and savings.

 

  

● Manage supplier relationships by implementing a formal supplier relationship management process  including 360 reviews of key performance indicators and defining mutually beneficial means of  engagement. ● Develop, coach, and mentor a strong, multiskilled supply chain team able to engage at all levels of the  organization. QUALIFICATIONS & & EXPERIENCE  ● 10+ years of Supply Chain Management and/or business leadership experience within a high-scale  telecommunications or technology company ● Proven track record of delivering results for large, cross-functional initiatives while managing multiple  competing priorities. ● Strong strategic aptitude: proven ability to define a winning business strategy and product roadmap  and gain buy-in from stakeholders at all levels. ● Excellent customer experience intuition; demonstrated success in creating innovative and user-friendly  products and customer-facing features. ● Strong written and verbal communication and persuasion skills ● Strong analytical and quantitative skills; comfort with pro-forma financial and operational analysis for  telecom subscription businesses ● Ability to mentor and develop high-performing teams. EDUCATION  • Prefer MBA or advanced University degree. • Bachelor’s degree essential. ADDITIONAL SKILLS & SKILLS  ● Problem-solving: Approaches problems in a rational manner using sound strategies that ensure  comprehensive understanding and effective resolution; leverages data-driven-insight approach. ● Strategic Planning & Implementation: Supports the development of strategic plans that reflect  Zoodlabs’ business strategy to advance market share/penetration and achieve profitable growth. ● Business and Financial Acumen: Exhibits business and financial acumen to develop meaningful business  recommendations; Ability to “connect the dots” between business strategy, operational plans, and  financial performance. ● Leadership and project management: Able to contribute effectively to a complex environment and  deliver results; Able to influence without direct authority; Able to balance between competing  priorities and be flexible and creative. ● Team building: Able to work well in a highly matrixed organization. ● Communication: Able to communicate effectively across multiple levels in Zoodlabs.

 

Kindly send all applications to hr@zoodlabs.com The closing date for all applications is on 1st November 2023.

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2.) Head of Commercial

Head of Commercial

Job Title:	Head of Commercial	Reports To:	Chief Operating Officer
Department/Group:	Commercial	Job Code/   Req#:	Job Code/ Req#
Location:	Freetown, Sierra Leone	Travel   Required:	10 – 15% of travel
Level/Salary Range:		Position Type:	Full-time
HR Contact:	Zoodlabs HR	Date Posted:	18th October 2023
Will Train   Applicant(s):		Posting   Expires:	1st November 2023
External Posting   URL:
Internal Posting   URL:
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Head of Commercial will observe all department functions including managing the  division and eventually the team as it develops while maintaining quality control, developing  yet improving operations and systems, as well as setting up new business. Besides making  sure that the company meets ambitious sales growth targets. Key Responsibilities: • Achieve the annual sales and budget goals. • Track, measure, and analyze commercial metrics using KPIs. • Manage and track expenditures, financial goals, and budgets. • Analyze Markets and Competition • Propose short, mid, and long-term strategy for Wholesale Growth • Manage and develop all sales Opportunities. • Organize, Manage, and Develop a commercial team. • Coordinate Sales Planning with all the functional departments, most specifically with  technical & finance Team • Develop and Plan Yearly and quarterly revenue Plans, ensuring ambitious and practical  revenue growth goals are met in accordance with our business plan & strategy and hit  revenue targets. • Brand, Marketing, and Customer Experience • Market Development & Digital Projects • Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and customer relationships to  achieve long-term success. • Accountable for ensuring the satisfaction of existing clients, providing outstanding  client service daily, and managing customers’ requirements. • Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our solutions according to customer  needs and objectives. • Generating new sales using existing and potential customer networks • Monitor the activities of the customer service team to ensure compliance with  acceptable standards of customer service. • Work with internal departments to engage audiences and clients more deeply. • Create sales reports for all accounts to be presented to the Head of unit,  incorporating all aspects of the sales representatives’ performance and revenue  numbers (Weekly, Monthly. Quarterly)

 

  

• Suggest actions to improve sales performance and identify opportunities for growth. • Support other team Members. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE  • Six or more years in sales and sales leadership roles • Demonstrated success in driving results through wholesale sales management. • Strong analytics and ability to work with big data for decision-making. EDUCATION  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, or a related field. ADDITIONAL SKILLS   ● Problem-solving: Recognize issues or faults behind why sales aren’t coming in. The  skill to make decisions quickly and successfully, moreover, the expertise to operate  information clearly, are vital to this role. ● Customer Focus: Establish relationships with suppliers and put the customer at the  lead of their strategies and plans. Previous experience in a customer-oriented role is  privileged for this aspect of the job. ● Strategic Planning & Implementation: Supports the development of strategic plans  that reflect Zoodlabs’ business strategy to advance market share/penetration and  achieve profitable growth. ● Business and Financial Acumen: Demonstrate business and financial awareness to  develop meaningful business recommendations. Ability to “connect the dots” between  business strategy, operational plans, and financial performance. ● Leadership and project management: Able to contribute effectively to a complex  environment and deliver results; Able to influence without direct authority; Able to  balance between competing priorities and be flexible and creative.

 

Kindly send all applications to hr@zoodlabs.com The closing date for all applications is on 1st November 2023.