Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide’s integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is primarily in four districts, namely Tonkolili, Port Loko, Western Area Urban and Western Area Rural – with a presence also in Kambia, Koinadugu, Falaba, Bombali and Karene.

 

Concern would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the under mentioned role:

 

Job Title:	Advocacy and Communications Manager
Reports to:	Programme Development and Quality (PDQ) Coordinator
Direct reports:	None presently (but could change in future)
Liaises with:	– Country Director (CD), Programmes Director (PD) and Country Management Team (CMT).  – Programme and Project Coordinators and Managers, Gender and Equity Advisor, Grants and Information Manager, MEAL Coordinator, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager; key support systems staff. – Desk Officer, International Advocacy Team, Communications and other relevant head office staff; – Advocacy and Communications focal persons in partner organisations.
Job Location:	Freetown, with significant travel to operational Districts as required.
Contract Details:	12 months (renewable)
Job Purpose:	The Advocacy and Communications Manager will lead the design and implementation of Concern in Sierra Leone’s Advocacy and Communications plan at country, programme and project levels. This includes providing technical support and capacity building to Concern and partner staff. S/he will contribute strongly to the development and adaptation of Concern’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP).  The Advocacy and Communications Manager will support the development and communication of key messages and evidence from Concern’s programmes and research in Sierra Leone in order to contribute to and influence government policies and strategies that impact upon the lives of people living in conditions of extreme poverty. S/he will play a key role in enhancing Concern’s visibility in Sierra Leone at national and global levels through developing high quality communication materials, organising learning events, and supporting in strategic external engagement.  S/he will play a key role in effective communication with government, donors, UN Agencies, NGOs, other key stakeholders and the wider public in Sierra Leone of information through different internal and external channels, ensuring adherence to Concern’s code of conduct and associated policies, accountability commitments and organisational visibility / branding guidelines.
Main duties & Responsibilities:	Specific Roles and Responsibilities   Develop and Implement Country Programme Advocacy and Communications Plan: Lead the design of the country programme advocacy and communications plan in a participatory manner that identifies advocacy priorities, key messages, target audiences, media/channels for external communications, and avenues for advocacy. Work with Programme Coordinators and other relevant staff in Sierra Leone and head office to develop sector and project specific advocacy and communications plans as necessary – but maintain an emphasis on the goals and objectives of the overall country programme advocacy and communications plan. Lead the implementation and monitoring of the country advocacy and communications plan and promote/implement adaptations as necessary, engaging senior management and consulting relevant head office colleagues. Advocacy – contribute to policies and strategies of Sierra Leone government and other actors: Promote the effective dissemination of Concern’s programme results and learning to government, donors and other development partners to inform and influence key decision makers in identified advocacy thematic areas. Play a leading role in the planning, organization and communication of learning events, visibility activities, visits by donors, government representatives and other stakeholders to Concern’s programme locations and communities with whom Concern works. Promote and lead the effective highlighting of Concern’s cross cutting issues in all advocacy efforts – in particular equality, the rights of people living in conditions of extreme poverty and vulnerability and protection of the environment (including adaptation to climate change). Represent Concern or participate at donor, government coordination, project consortia, and other external meetings as may be required. Support the strategic advocacy efforts of the CD, PD and other senior staff in Concern with government, donors, UN Agencies, other NGOs and other stakeholders. Play an active role in the production of high quality written, audio-visual, etc. products for use in advocacy and external communications efforts (e.g. technical reports, PowerPoint presentations, handouts, brochures, newsletters, policy briefs, position papers, videos, podcasts etc.), working with other Concern staff and teams as necessary. Organisational Visibility – increase awareness of Concern Worldwide’s work in Sierra Leone: Ensure that all media and other external communications products reflect advocacy priorities and messages in Concern’s Advocacy and Communications Plan in Sierra Leone, taking into account the local context and sensitivities in Sierra Leone and in operational areas. Work with programme teams to identify success stories, innovations, examples of best practice, etc. arising from project implementation and MEAL, which can be effectively utilised in advocacy and external communications.  Build these into strategic advocacy and organisational visibility efforts in line with the country programme advocacy and communications plan targets and objectives. Lead in the production and dissemination of organizational visibility materials (learning reports, case studies, audio-visual products, photographs, etc.). Monitor external news media in Sierra Leone – traditional print, TV, etc. and social media. Working with the Grants and Information Manager and other relevant staff, maintain Concern in Sierra Leone’s section of the organisational website and social media presence – complying fully with Concern’s social media policy and guidelines. Although the Grants and Information Manager will lead in updating the internal Digital Workplace intranet, the Advocacy & Communications Manager will support this as needed. Lead the engagement with Head Office Communications Directorate and communications staff in other support offices on media engagement plans, digital and social media strategies, visibility and communications. Train/sensitise all Concern staff and partners to understand and adhere to Concern and donor organisation branding guidelines and requirements. Work with relevant country programme and head office staff to ensure that all communication products and project materials aimed at external audiences are appropriately branded. Coordinate with procurement and programme teams in the engagement of external suppliers to develop appropriately branded communication and advocacy materials. Capacity Building Capacity building of staff (induction, briefing, training and on the job coaching) on advocacy and communication – including technical skills such as photography, storytelling, social media campaigning as appropriate. Support capacity building work with partner organisations to (a) learn from their advocacy & communications work, (b) empower them to develop or enhance their own plans/strategies and (c) develop joint advocacy positions and plans as appropriate. Organise media training for properly approved country programme spokespersons for Concern and partner organisations. Other responsibilities: Participate in the review/development of Concern in Sierra Leone’s Country Strategy. Contribute to the efficient and transparent use of all project resources in order to maximize benefits to the targeted communities. Within your role, adhere to and promote compliance with the requirements of Concern’s key policies (e.g. Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, Anti-Fraud policy). Support the fulfilment of Concerns commitments to accountability (as outlined in the Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) to which Concern is a signatory) – ensuring that references to particular communities and individuals in all advocacy and external communication are only made if full consent is explicitly given for this purpose by those to be referred to.  S/he must always demonstrate sensitivity to potential risks to communities and individuals when engaging in communication external to Concern. Complete any other reasonable task as may be requested by the line manager.
Person specification:	Essential   Bachelor (BA) Degree (MA preferred) in Communications, Project Management, Development Studies, Rural Development or relevant Social Science fields that can bring an added value to the post from a recognized University/College. Relevant experience of 4 years, with at least two years working in an NGO. Strong knowledge/understanding of development communication, advocacy, and humanitarian and development programs. Creative verbal and written communicator.  Ability to produce high quality reports, case studies, etc. and develop effective communication materials including written, audio and visual. Advanced interpersonal and communications skills with a range of external and internal stakeholders.  Experience of engaging with media organisations. Ability to thrive and act independently in a high-pressured, results-focused, dynamic external and internal environment. Highly developed cultural awareness and able to work well in a diverse environment. Demonstrated commitment to learning and using learning to strengthen practice. Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office – especially Word, PowerPoint, etc. Desirable Experience in developing Advocacy and Communications plans or strategies. Familiarity with MS Excel and ability to use Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDraw, or other graphic design software is an added advantage. Experience of research, context analyses, assessments and evaluations.
Emergency response	Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
HIV & AIDS	Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:  Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues. Protecting him/herself and colleagues. Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.
Gender Equality	Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.  Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.
Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies   Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

• An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
• Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.  
• Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
• A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
• Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to info.sl@concern.net OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

                                           HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

                                           HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 on Tuesday 18th July 2023

 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR & SOCIAL , NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email: employmentdesk71@gmail.com 

 

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

Marketing & Client Engagement Lead

Job Title:	Marketing & Client Engagement Lead	Job Category:
Department/Group:	Commercial	Job Code/ Req#:
Location:	Metro	Travel Required:	No
Level/Salary Range:	Attractive	Position Type:	Full Time
HR Contact:		Date Posted:	21st June2023
Will Train Applicant(s):		Posting Expires:	5thJuly2023
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Marketing & Client Engagement Lead is responsible for supporting the Head of Market Growth&ClientSuccess in achieving the organization’s revenue and business development goals. This role involvesidentifying and pursuing new business opportunities, managing customer relationships, andimplementingrevenue strategies.   Responsibilities:  ● Collaborate with the Head of Market Growth & Client Success to identify and pursue newbusinessopportunities. Assist in developing revenue proposals and presentations. ● Manage customer relationships, ensuring ongoing support and service to enhance customersatisfaction. ● Analyze market trends and the competitive landscape to inform revenue strategies and contributetoproduct development decisions. ● Gather customer feedback and insights to drive product development and improve revenueefforts. ● Ensure consistent and strong brand messaging across all marketing channels, including events, emailcampaigns, web pages, promotional materials, and social media. ● Work closely with other departments to meet customer needs and provide necessary resourcesandsupport to the revenue team. ● Prepare regular reports on revenue performance, trends, and potential opportunities for seniormanagement. ● Drive community engagement, enhance brand positioning, and manage sponsorships. ● Provide supervision and guidance to the Tele sales and Client Support teams.   Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in revenue and business development, preferably in thetelecommunications industry. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency with revenue software and tools. Please note that the job description has been revised to provide more clarity and alignment withindustrystandards.

Care International is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Behavioural Change and Communications Sales Officer
2.) Wash Manager

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Behavioural Change and Communications Sales Officer

Background

CARE seeks a world of hope, inclusion, and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and all people live in dignity and security. CARE places a particular emphasis on women and girls, their dignity, and empowerment to lead their communities out of poverty. In 2020, CARE worked in 104 countries, reaching 90 million people through more than 1,300 programs, with an annual budget of $650 million. Every single one of those 90 million people has a story of resilience, community, strength, and hope—all things that bind us together, across every corner of the globe.

In Sierra Leone, CARE staff and partners work tirelessly to save lives, and address the root causes of poverty and social injustice through advocacy, partnerships, system strengthening, and programming in impact areas of Gender Equality, Empowering Women and Girls, Humanitarian Assistance, and Right to Food, Nutrition, and Water, Right to Health, Women’s Economic Justice and Climate Justice.

Opportunity

CARE Sierra Leone is seeking one talented and motivated Behavioral Change and Communication (BCC) Sales Officer who will support our sub-offices located in Makeni, and Bo and will provide a balance on the existing male-branded Protector Plus condom programming and other commodities by sustaining products choice at the market level, and increase access, availability and affordability of branded condoms and other health products among program target groups.

As part of the program implementation team, the BCC Officers will ensure high quality, and visibility of work using the multi-level tool for promoting and sustaining risk reduction methods among most at-risk populations. These activities will be carried out through a product distribution chain of wholesalers and retailers, community-based distributors such as the Community Health Workers ( CHW’s), and other customer engagement programs that would result in higher sales.

 

The BCC Sales Officers will recruit wholesalers and retailers in areas populated by target groups and work directly with them to provide technical support for product visibility at the field level, especially in areas of ‘social hot spots’, and implement the condom and other health products sales plan.

 

The key responsibilities of the Behavioral, Change, and Communication Sales Officer:

• Uphold customer care relationships through personal selling principles : Maintain excellent customer relationships and pursue new sales opportunities. Ensure that distribution partners (wholesalers, retailers, and other partners) are well informed about product characteristics and use in family planning and HIV prevention. Make condom social marketing activities visible in operational districts and chiefdoms.
• Participate in the design of IEC/BCC initiatives and interventions : Work with the BCC Sales Coordinator and the Social Marketing and Operations Program Manager to design and develop initiatives for areas of operation and program implementation. Establish functional outlets within areas of social hot spots and maintain an accurate database.
•     Identify capacity gaps and develop institutional training for community peer educators: With support from the BCC Coordinator and the Social Marketing and Operations Program Manager, develop relatable and sustainable training for peer educators in assigned areas so they can successfully partner in mobilizing the community to identify and act on SRHR issues affecting said community.

 

To be successful in this role you will:

Possess experience and education in Social Marketing . Have a bachelor’s degree in marketing, Public Health, or a related field with at least three years of development experience, with significant knowledge and experience in customer care, marketing, and family planning. Experience working with NGOs is an added advantage.

Possess the communication and negotiating skills needed to attain and work with multiple partners, teams, and stakeholders and manage external relationships. Initiate and develop partnerships with wholesalers and retailers in assigned operational areas and possess the ability to maintain these partnerships. Have the ability and communication skills needed to facilitate training, and to clearly present on all issues.

Be confident, strategic, agile, and adaptable. Can quickly learn CARE systems, processes, and procedures and adapt local practices to global standards. Possess a strong knowledge of Social Marketing concepts with the ability to strategically apply practical solutions. Adopt and adapt the sales skills necessary to recruit wholesalers and retailers.

Understand Gender Dynamics. You must have a deep understanding of gender dynamics in Sierra Leone and how energy context.

Possess Business Acumen/Insight . Apply demonstrated knowledge of the business and CARE Sierra Leone’s marketplace to advance the organization’s goals. Have the negotiation skills to influence internal and external partners, with the ability to be a team player.

Know your systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word and good skills at using financial software applications.

 

We will be reviewing resumes for these roles on a continuous basis until the position is filled. If you are selected as a candidate, a member of our team will reach out to you to start the recruitment process. Thank you for your interest in CARE Sierra Leone.

 

There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us at legal@care.org.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.

Starting salaries are based on internal equity, candidate experience, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

 

HOW TO APPLY :

FOLLOW LINK BELOW ,

https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=CAREUSA&cws=52&rid=6643

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2.) Wash Manager

CARE seeks a world of hope, inclusion, and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and all people live in dignity and security. CARE places a particular emphasis on women and girls, their dignity, and empowerment to lead their communities out of poverty. In 2020, CARE worked in 104 countries, reaching 90 million people through more than 1,300 programs, with an annual budget of $650 million. Every single one of those 90 million people has a story of resilience, community, strength, and hope—all things that bind us together, across every corner of the globe.

In Sierra Leone, CARE staff and partners work tirelessly to save lives and address the root causes of poverty and social injustice through advocacy, partnerships, system strengthening, and programming in impact areas of Gender Equality, Empowering Women and Girls, Humanitarian Assistance, Rights to Food, Nutrition, and Water, Right to Health, Women’s Economic Justice and Climate Justice.

Opportunity

CARE Sierra Leone is seeking a talented visionary to assume the role of a WASH and infrastructure Manager to help build resilience to climatic challenges by promoting climate and environmentally appropriate management of ecosystems that reduce adequate and sustainable supply to clean water. Also, S/he will be responsible for ensuring that the Health project activities program works in accordance with CARE regulations, norms, and standards in order to ensure high program quality.

 

The person in this role will mentor and coach the WASH Officers in all technical aspects supporting the WASH activities for effective emergency response including WASH facilities for communities and Health care facilities. S/he will lead the establishment of a strong Monitoring and Evaluation System and will assist the program team (WASH Officers) to ensure high-quality implementation is put in place.

 

This role will report directly to the project Heath Project Director, with dotted lines to the Assistant Country Director for Programs.

 

The key responsibilities of the WASH Manager:

• Ensure professional standards of work are maintained and projects are completed to time and budget: To complete post-excavation analysis and reporting on projects undertaken in a timely manner to the highest professional standard. To help develop methods of project initiation, execution, and delivery.
• Implementation of activities: Provide technical guidance and supervision of all WASH and infrastructure interventions and ensure quality control in all stages of the construction works. Ensure lessons learned are documented, shared, and reflected in project planning and decision-making including documentation of significant change stories.
• Compliance agreement with CARE standard : Develop a compliance monitoring plan such as checklists to track compliance in close consultation with the project Director to Deliver program quality standard implementation. Support monitoring of staff and communities’ compliance to safeguarding principles on protection against sexual harassment exploitation and abuse (PHSEA) at all levels.

To be successful in this role you will:

Possess experience and education in Project :  You must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering , or other related discipline experience, bringing with you at least 3 years of experience as a WASH Manager or similar experiences and a thorough knowledge of project practices.

Have communication and reporting skills needed to deliver and conduct both oral and written training sessions for small, medium, and large-sized groups. Be able to tell the story and know when it’s applicable to convert data to conversation.

Be a problem solver and critical thinker. You must be able to clearly identify and define the different levels of problem-solving and resolution. Think holistically with a vision and use your analytics and reporting skills.

Be a leader with influence. Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and negotiation skills with internal and external partners with the ability to be a team player.

Know your systems . Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word and good skills at using Engineering tools and software applications (PeopleSoft experience will be preferred).

 

Competencies.

Integrity and Accountability

Commitment

Diversity and Respect

 

We will be reviewing resumes for these roles on a continuous basis until the position is filled. If you are selected as a candidate, a member of our team will reach out to you to start the recruitment process. Thank you for your interest in CARE Sierra Leone.

 

There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us at legal@care.org.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.

Starting salaries are based on internal equity, candidate experience, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

 

HOW TO APPLY :

FOLLOW LINK BELOW ,

https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=CAREUSA&cws=52&rid=6642

Foundation for Rural and Urban Transformation (FoRUT) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Programme Officer
2.) Advocacy & Communication Officer

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Programme Officer

Vacancy: Programme Officer

 

 

Job title:   Programme Officer (PO)

Report to: District Programme Manager (DPM)

Location: Port Loko 

Start date: August 2023 

Salary: Competitive salary

 

                    

Position summary  

The Programme Officer will serve as principal assistants to the DPM. He/s will support the implementation of all FoRUT programme/projects at the field level. S/he will be part of the program team and should have the ability to implement a multi-disciplined project in tandem with FoRUT’s program/project priorities.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Duties and key responsibilities 

1. Assist the DPM to implement project/programme activities at the district and to support the delivery of all programme/project objectives and outputs.

 

2. Assist the DPM to Develop district annual and operational plans from the Annual Work Plan of FoRUT and assist with its implementation on a quarterly or periodic basis;

 

3. Assist the DPM to design and roll-out community sensitization/awareness raising activities on rights and protection issues

 

4. Collect and analyse data on relevant  programme activities.

 

 

5. Build relationships with other relevant stakeholders such as CSOs, CBOs, MDAs, NGOs, traditional and religious leaders who may contribute to achievement of programme objectives.

6. Ensure FoRUT participate in coalitions, networks and alliances at district level

 

7. Participate in and contribute to organisational leaning and development of FoRUT.

 

 

8. Monitor all civil works including construction of water wells, schools and latrines and submit monitoring reports to the DPM;

 

9. ,Assist to roll-out strategies and activities for women and other marginalized groups to demand for their rights including right to participate in democratic and governance processes, sexual and reproductive health rights

 

 

10. Submit timely periodic updates and case studies on projects’ outcomes

 

11. Other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the DPM.

 

Education 

A University degree, preferably in social sciences with major in Agricultural Science or related disciplines. Minimum of three years of experience in similar positions, preferably in NGOs. Experience with right-based advocacy work and livelihoods/child rights/ women’s rights issues/mental health are required.

Abilities required.

Good interpersonal skills, ability to network and form partnerships with institutions and individuals and establish a relationship of trust with local communities.

Analytical mind and ability to study and understand new environments and systems

Ability to work under pressure and willingness to spend a considerable portion of the working time in the field.

 

Person specification/preferred skills

   

1.  Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks;
2.  Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver trainings and presentations.
3.  Proven abilities in the effective management of people and resources.

 

4. Understanding of community mobilization and empowerment principles and approaches.

5. Proven ability to coordinate across sectors and/or work in alliance/networks.

 

6. Proven experience in integrated programme management.

 

7.  Knowledge of alcohol, drug, mental health , child rights, gender, good governance and livelihood issues in Sierra Leone

 

Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application letter and CV to info@forut.sl with the subject line Application, Programme Officer or submit by hand at our FoRUT Head Office at 24E Main Motor Road, Congo Cross, Freetown, or at out district Programme Offices in Port Loko, No 1 Faith Lane, Port Loko City, Moyamba, No. 2 Bo Road, Moyamba. Deadline for the receipt of applications is the 23rd June, 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

About FoRUT

Foundation for Rural and Urban Transformation (FoRUT) is a national non-governmental organisation. FoRUT’s mission is to empower citizens to fight poverty, corruption, injustice and alcohol and drugs abuse, through social mobilisation, advocacy, capacity building and provision of services for long term development. It focuses on Child Rights, Alcohol, Drugs and Development (ADD), Gender Equality, Livelihood and Good Governance.

FoRUT is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.

 

For more information, call: 078 544125.

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2.) Advocacy & Communication Officer

Vacancy: Advocacy & Communication Officer

 

Job Title:   Advocacy & Communication Officer (ACO)

Report to: Executive Director (ED)

Location: Main office, Freetown with periodic visit to the field  

Start date: August 2023 

Salary: Competitive salary

 

Position summary 

The Advocacy and Communication Officer (ACO) is responsible of planning, implementing, monitoring and reporting of FoRUT’s advocacy and communications activities. The ACO is part of the programme team charged with the implementation of the 2023-2028 work programme. S/he will implement activities that aimed at reducing harm from alcohol and drug use. S/he will coordinate district chapters of Sierra Leone Alcohol Policy Alliance (SLAPA) and People Power Movement Sierra Leone (PPM SL) as per the Alliances’ mission and mandate. S/he will ensure that FoRUT participate in networks, coalitions and alliances that aimed to promote women and children’s rights, accountability and good governance and mental health.

 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research on and submit discussion papers, policy briefs for advocacy and policy engagements with diverse stakeholders on all Programme/Project and Institutional thematic areas.
2. Lead in the implementation of FoRUT’s communications and advocacy strategies at local and national levels
3. Regularly update FoRUT’s, SLAPA and PPM SL social media platforms including its website
4. Liaise with District Programme Managers of FoRUT, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and CBOs to mobilize right holders in holding duty bearers accountable for development outcomes.
5. Organize periodic engagements with Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of government, Parliament and CSOs for the formulation/review of policies and legislations that promote right / development issues.
6. Coordinate district chapters of SLAPA and PPM SL as per the Alliances’ mission and mandate
7. Ensure that FoRUT participate in coalitions, alliances and networks that promote rights and accountability issues.
8. Liaise with national and regional, sub regional alliances including the West African Alcohol Policy Alliance (WAAPA), West African Drug Policy Network in reducing harm from alcohol and drug use.
9. Monitor MDAs in promoting rights and accountability as enshrined on FoRUT’s strategic objectives.
10. Any other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director and Head of Programme of FoRUT as and when required.

Education 

A University degree, preferably in social sciences, social work, community development or related subjects. Minimum of three years of experience in similar positions, preferably in NGOs. Experience with right-based advocacy work and livelihoods/child rights/ women’s rights issues/mental health are required.

Abilities required.

• Good interpersonal skills, ability to network and form partnerships with institutions and individuals and establish a relationship of trust with local communities.
• Analytical mind and ability to study and understand new environments and systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and willingness to spend a considerable portion of the working time in the field.

 

Person specification/preferred skills:

• Knowledge of alcohol and drug, child rights, gender, good governance and livelihood issues in Sierra Leone.
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver trainings and presentations.
• Proven abilities in the effective management of people and resources.
• Understanding of community mobilization and empowerment principles and approaches.
• Proven ability to coordinate across sectors and/or work in alliance/networks.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Computer literate in MS word, PowerPoint, excel.
• Proven experience in integrated programme management.

 

Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application letter and CV to info@forut.sl with the subject line Application, Advocacy and Communications Officer or submit by hand at our FoRUT Head Office at 24E Main Motor Road, Congo Cross, Freetown, or at out district Programme Offices in Port Loko, No 1 Faith Lane, Port Loko City, Moyamba, No. 2 Bo Road, Moyamba. Deadline for the receipt of applications is the 23rd June, 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

About FoRUT

Foundation for Rural and Urban Transformation (FoRUT) is a national non-governmental organisation. FoRUT’s mission is to empower citizens to fight poverty, corruption, injustice and alcohol and drugs abuse, through social mobilisation, advocacy, capacity building and provision of services for sustainable development. It focuses on Child Rights, Alcohol, Drugs and Development (ADD), and Gender Equality, Health and Livelihood, Good Governance and Civil Society.  FoRUT is an equal opportunity employer. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. FoRUT is a non-political organisation.

 

For more information, contact

FoRUT Office, 24E Main Motor Road

Congo Cross, Freetown

Email : info@forut.sl

call: Tel: 078 544

Job Description

 

Salary band 4 –   Professional 4T	The Key Team Lead Public Private Partnership – Advisor
Reports to:	Project Director
Deputy:	Deputy Project Director

 

Overview

 

The Energizing Development Programme Sierra Leone is an energy access programme with the objective of increasing access to affordable modern energy services in Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone. It is a global initiative in 26 countries that GIZ is implementing on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). Donor countries are Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. EnDev has been active in Liberia since 2012; in 2014, the project activities were expanded to the neighbouring countries of Sierra Leone and Guinea. EnDev cooperates with government institutions, national and local non-governmental organization, donors, and the private sector.

 

In Sierra Leone, the programme consists of two components a) access to electricity through Pico PV, solar home systems and mini-grids and b) access to improved cooking energy systems through energy-efficient cookstoves, sustainable biomass production. The present position will support the cooking energy component. In the area of cooking energy, EnDev Sierra Leone is supporting the implementation of the Cleaner Cooking Energy Compact of Sierra Leone. EnDev is supporting market development through capacitating Improved Cookstove (ICS) or sustainable biomass fuel producers, supporting innovation in cooking energy efficiency measures, support standardization and testing procedure for cooking energy products, supporting smart finance systems and developing strategies towards sustainable biomass fuel production.

The position supports, advice, and partially manages; in particular:

 

• Responsibilities

The Key Team Lead Public Private Partnership

• This challenging position will require both
  • organizational skills to synchronize with activities within EnDev, as well as
  • an ability to deal with a variety of stakeholders at a senior level
• From a background of deep experience and wide understanding of private and public sector infrastructure, the advisor
  • will coordinate with private sector activities and
  • synchronize collaboration and development with EnDev activities.
• From a position of seniority, follow up on timely execution of activities planned with and for the private sector to improve impact and delivery.

 

The Key Team Lead Public Private Partnership performs the following tasks:

 

Tasks

• Build relationships with internal/external stakeholders as well as partners through respect, effective communication and being well organized.
• Maintain and ensure cooperation and dialogue with private sector partners
• Serve as the primary partner/private sector advocate to support the energy market of EnDev SL.
• Monitor ownership structure of solar companies and organization (local and international).
• Consult regularly with his line manager on all cooperation and partnership activities and consultation at strategic level
• Develop standard methodologies for PPP project preparation, competitive bidding, negotiation, and contract management of PPP contracts and to ensure these are applied
• Provide practical advice to the PPP policies and practices
• Support proposal writing.

 

• Other duties/additional tasks

The Key Team Lead Public Private Partnership

• Organize meetings with partners and drafting minutes of meetings
• Management of documentation from meetings with partners through electronic and physical archiving
• Participate in selected national and international meetings (if required)
• Support the bi-annual collection of EnDev project data from stakeholders
• Provide logistical support for the organization of the private sector training events
• Assist in partner search and organize meetings to discuss partnership possibilities
• Participate in private sector meetings

 

• Required qualifications, competences, and experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Must be able to lead teams with complex task requirements
• Must be able to analyse and solve complex problems
• Must have a balanced personality with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

 

Professional experience

• at least 2-5 years’ professional experience in a comparable position

 

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Good working knowledge of MS Office application (Word, Excel), email and internet
• Skills in collecting analysing, and summarizing M&E data
• Experience working with local NGOs, international partners, and government bodies
• Very good mastering of English and French (both verbal and written)

 

Competencies & Values

• Accountability
• Commitment and Motivation
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity
• Judgement and Decision-making
• Respect for Diversity

 

Mode of Application:

 

Suitable candidates are invited to apply not later than 23rd of June 2023 including:

– Cover letter

– CV (including work experience and references)

– photocopies of certificates

to the email address  recruitmentsl@giz.de

Only applicants shortlisted will be contacted for an interview

 

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

FG Gold is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Financial Accountant
2.) Community Relations & Social Performance Superintendent
3.) Livelihood Coordinator

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Financial Accountant

JOB VACANCY:

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT

 

ABOUT US

FG Gold Limited was recently awarded the Baomahun Gold Concession located in Valunia in Bo District and is currently at the development stage. To support the project development, FG Gold Limited is recruiting a qualified Sierra Leonean to fill in the vacant position of Financial Accountant.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Preparing, examining and analyzing financial reports

• Supervise accounts payable functions and ensures strict conformance to payment terms.
• Ensures that all relevant liabilities have been captured and ledgers updated in the ERP
• Liaise with Supply Superintendent/Inventory Controller on relevant Supply Chain issues
• Coordinates monthly/yearly Warehouse/Accounts Payable closing activities
• Mediate and solve all supplier statements discrepancies
• Review all advance payment for approval
• Responsible for processing key and strategic vendors invoices for payment
• Responsible for the implementation of the payables policy
• Analyze supplier accounts and review aging report
• Liaise with statutory auditors to conduct statutory audit of the company’s book
• Ensures an audit trail exist for each supplier transaction and backed up with supporting documents
• Will function as a backup for the Financial Controller
• Perform other ad hoc duties assigned by senior finance team members

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field mandatory
• ACCA, CA, CIMA Certification preferable
• 3 – 5 years of experience as an Accountant
• Experience in auditing mandatory.
• Experience in the use of ERP – Pronto, SAP, Quickbooks, Microsoft Excel and Word etc..

 

How to apply?

You can send your application with your most recent curriculum vitae to this following email address not later than 16th June, 2023: recruitment@fg-gold.com or you can drop your hard copy application and CV to our application box at our FG Gold project site.

The company provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate in employment regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, tribe, gender, or age. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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2.) Community Relations & Social Performance Superintendent

JOB VACANCY:

COMMUNITY RELATIONS & SOCIAL PERFORMANCE SUPERINTENDENT

 

ABOUT US

FG Gold Limited was recently awarded the Baomahun Gold Concession located in Valunia in Bo District and is currently at the development stage. To support the project development, FG Gold Limited is recruiting a qualified Sierra Leonean to fill in the vacant position of CRSP Superintendent.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Land Access and Livelihood Restoration Programs

• Responsible for day-to-day coordination of Land Access and Control team; overseeing and monitoring all activities of the team.
• Ensure ongoing land access activities are efficient and timely according to budget.
• Collaborate with external experts and CRSP team to successfully implement land access and resettlement activities defined in the Resettlement Action Plan.
• Implement policies, procedures and plans for existing, and new land access programs.
• Integrate social performance across different departments to ensure CRSP activities are align with construction schedule.
• Support the Livelihood Coordinator to develop and implement a comprehensive livelihood restoration strategy for project-affected households, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Supervise the administration of the Company’s land resources and mineral rights land in accordance with the Mines and Mineral Development Act 2021 and Company policy.

 

Community Relations and Development Programs

• Coordinate activities of the CRSP Department including the development of measurable performance objectives and targets.
• Provide expertise and support on community engagement and program initiatives.
• Support CRSP Manager to develop robust community development framework for FG Gold and manage the delivery of community development programs.
• Support CRSP Manager to develop and deliver an integrated communication strategy for the business and ensure consistency of the messaging and effectiveness.
• Identify community aspirations and opportunities for developmental programs to support FG Gold’s business objectives.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and NGOs, to ensure the integration of community priorities and perspectives into community development program.
• Lead the logistical preparation for stakeholder events, including development and submission of budgets to the CRSP Manager in a timely fashion.
• Promote social inclusion and gender equality in all aspects of the department activities, ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for all community members.

 

Training, Coaching and Mentoring

• Supervise CRSP Coordinators, providing guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure their effective performance.
• Provide training and capacity development to CRSP staff on monitoring and reporting requirement, code of conduct, etiquette related to community engagement, gender and social inclusion considerations, and grievance management.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities among team members, ensuring a balanced workload and efficient utilization of skills and expertise.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Degree (preferably post graduate) in the Social Sciences or related area
• Minimum eight years of practical experience in land access and resettlement project, community relations and participatory rural development
• Minimum five years in a management role with direct oversight of community-based programs, including responsibility for planning, budget, personnel and reporting
• Experience in project design preferred
• Fluent spoken Temne, Mende and Krio

 

How to apply?

You can send your application with your most recent curriculum vitae to this following email address not later than 16th June, 2023: recruitment@fg-gold.com or you can drop your hard copy application and CV to our application box at our FG Gold project site.

The company provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate in employment regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, tribe, gender, or age. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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3.) Livelihood Coordinator

JOB VACANCY:

LIVELIHOOD COORDINATOR

ABOUT US

FG Gold Limited was recently awarded the Baomahun Gold Concession located in Valunia in Bo District and is currently at the development stage. To support the project development, FG Gold Limited is recruiting a qualified Sierra Leonean to fill in the vacant position of Livelihood Coordinator.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Strategy

• Develop and implement a comprehensive livelihood restoration strategy for project-affected households, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Conduct assessments and surveys to identify the specific needs and capacities of affected households and use the findings to inform the planning process.
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including local communities, government agencies, and NGOs, to ensure the integration of community priorities and perspectives into the restoration plan.
• Create a detailed work plan with specific targets and timelines, ensuring effective utilization of resources and adherence to budget constraints.

• Monitor and evaluate the progress of the livelihood restoration activities, making necessary adjustments and improvements to ensure the achievement of desired outcomes.

 

Stakeholder Engagement and Community Sensitization

• Facilitate participatory processes to engage project-affected households in decision-making regarding livelihood restoration initiatives.
• Conduct regular community meetings and workshops to raise awareness about the livelihood restoration program, its objectives, and available support mechanisms.
• Foster strong relationships with community leaders, local authorities, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure their active involvement and support.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance to affected households in identifying viable livelihood options, promoting entrepreneurship, and accessing training and capacity-building opportunities.
• Promote social inclusion and gender equality in all aspects of the livelihood restoration program, ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for all community members.

 

Training, Coaching and Mentoring

• Delegate tasks and responsibilities among team members, ensuring a balanced workload and efficient utilization of skills and expertise.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Collaborate with other project teams and departments to ensure effective coordination and integration of livelihood restoration activities with broader project objectives.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment, promoting teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect among team members.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Degree (preferably post graduate) in the Social Sciences or related area
• Minimum eight years of practical experience in land access and resettlement project, community relations and participatory rural development
• Minimum five years in a management role with direct oversight of community-based programs, including responsibility for planning, budget, personnel and reporting
• Experience in project design preferred
• Fluent spoken Temne, Mende and Krio

 

How to apply?

You can send your application with your most recent curriculum vitae to this following email address not later than 16th June, 2023: recruitment@fg-gold.com or you can drop your hard copy application and CV to our application box at our FG Gold project site.

The company provides equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate in employment regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, tribe, gender, or age. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Life by Design ( LBD Group) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Marketing and Communications Officer
2.) Marketing and Client Relations Manager

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Marketing and Communications Officer

Role:  Marketing & Communications Officer

Reports to: Marketing & Communications Lead

Effective Date: 1st  June 2023

Company: LBD Group

 

Company Overview

The Life By Design, “LBD”, Group is a consolidation of four intentional companies who are committed to transforming the business landscape in Sierra Leone by providing world class business support services.  Life By Design and Grow Salone teams are focused on talent development for professional or entrepreneurial careers, Inkee Media are our media and brand management team, while iDT Labs provides process and systems software solutions.  As The LBD Group, we pride ourselves as the “One Stop Shop” for business solutions.

 

Purpose of the Role

 

The Marketing & Communications (MARCOMS) Officer has responsibilities that include supporting the implementation of the marketing and communication strategy for LBD Group. The Marcomms Officer will work in close collaboration with the Marketing & Client Relationship Manager in implementing planned marketing activities, engaging our online audiences, and representing the Group in professional events & functions in a marketing capacity.

 

S/he is also expected to perform tasks in support of the development of Client Sales Plans & publication of periodic Newsletters.

Areas of Responsibility 

1. Work with our Graphic Designers & other stakeholders to ensure that draft marketing & communication materials are produced
2. Publish Marketing & Communication contents on traditional & social media platforms
3. Keep customers engaged by responding to their queries and questions submitted online.
4. Represent our brands, Life By Design, Grow Salone, iDT Labs, & Inkeemedia at industry events.
5. Manage the LBD Group client database ensuring that contact persons, telephone numbers, and emails are kept updated.
6. Support the development of client specific sales plans and Newsletter, by compiling internal data on client and conducting any necessary research assigned.

Key Competencies

The role is meant for a result-driven professional, who is willing to learn and take feedback. You are expected to be a very good communicator and with the ability to plan, work under pressure, and follow through on creative execution working closely with team members.

 

Some of the key competences include:

• Ability to communicate very well and work with little supervision
• Willingness to learn and work closely with a team
• Very good time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Understanding of communications, public relations and marketing best practices
• Excellent interpersonal skills and are adept at building relationships with different stakeholders

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communication, Business Administration or a related field
• Minimum 2-3 years experience in a marketing and/or communications & public relations role.

 

The Marketing & Communication Officer will be evaluated based on the achievement of measurables targets and also individual KPIs accompanying this JD

APPLICATION PROCEDURE :
Interested applicants should send an updated CV and Application Letter to the Email address below : ajalloh@idtlabs.xyz and copy  ikamara@lbd.group

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2.) Marketing and Client Relations Manager

New Role: Marketing & Client Relations Manager

Reports to: Marketing & Client Relations Director

Effective Date: 1 June 2023

Company: LBD Group

 

Company Overview

The Life By Design, “LBD”, Group is a consolidation of four intentional companies who are committed to transforming the business landscape in Sierra Leone by providing world class business support services.  Life By Design and Grow Salone teams are focused on talent development for professional or entrepreneurial careers, Inkee Media are our media and brand management team, while iDT Labs provides process and systems software solutions. As The LBD Group, we pride ourselves as the “One Stop Shop” for business solutions.

Purpose of the Role

The Marketing and Client Relations Manager will be working closely with the Marketing & Client Relations Director to develop & implement the Group’s communication & marketing strategies and in managing client Relationss.

S/He is expected to take the lead in executing planned marketing strategies, ensuring that the necessary marketing materials are developed and activities are implemented as planned.

S/he is expected to maintain a strong understanding of our product & services, and be able to research our client needs and brainstorm ideas to identify sales opportunities with existing clients.

The Marketing & Client Relations Manager will also provide support in the development of EOIs and writing proposals responding to opportunities identified by the Sales Team, ensuring they are submitted with the required documentations.

 

Areas of Responsibility

1. Manage the execution of planned marketing campaigns, ensuring activities are implemented on time and as planned.
2. Manage the development of all marketing materials, this includes drafting scripts & templates for brochures, product decks, and contents for publication on radio, TV, social media, etc.
3. Supervise the tracking and data collection on the performance & impacts of marketing campaigns.
4. Support the development of client sales plans on key clients through client research
5. Support the development of Newsletters through the researching of marketing trends and other necessary topics to be featured in the Newsletter.
6. Work closely with Business Units to develop EOI,s and write proposals addressing client needs, and ensure it timely & full submission.

Key Competencies

The Marketing & Client Relations Manager will be a highly driven and result oriented professional, a self-starter and a team player with strong interpersonal skills. S/he is expected to be an exceptional communicator, with excellent research & writing skills.

 

Some of the key competences include:

Some of the key competences include:

 

• Research & Proposal Writing: possess strong research and strategic analysis skills. These are necessary in order to learn about client needs, develop offers & write proposals responding to those needs.
• Sales Oriented: ability to identify sales opportunities and develop strategies to close opportunities.
• Effective communication: able to communicate with all internal & external stakeholders effectively, with strong writing skills.
• Leadership & Decision-making skills: to make important decisions regarding teams, resources, tasks and deadlines.
• Time management skills: to have excellent time management skills. This includes being able to set up tasks, follow timelines and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong Relationss with colleagues – ability to work with others to efficiently deliver results and achieve shared goals & objectives.

 

Qualification & Experience

• BSc in Mass Communication, Marketing, English or related field
•  Minimum 3 years of Marketing and Client Relations Manager experience or in a similar role.

The Marketing and Client Relations Manager will be evaluated based on the achievement of measurables targets and also individual KPIs accompanying this JD

APPLICATION PROCEDURE :
Interested applicants should send an updated CV and Application Letter to the Email address below : ajalloh@idtlabs.xyz and copy  ikamara@lbd.group

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Plan International Sierra Leone

Job Announcement (1 Position for nationals only) 

8-05-23 Partnership and Civil Society Strengthening Manager

 

PLEASE NOTE: ADVERTISEMENT OF THIS POSITION – CANDIDATES WHO HAD APPLIED BEFORE ARE KINDLY ASKED NOT TO RE-APPLY

Plan International is an independent non-profit development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

 

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

 

Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

 

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national, and global levels using our reach, experience, and knowledge.

 

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

 

We are currently seeking to recruit:

Title:                 Partnership and Civil Society Strengthening Manager (PCSSM)

Grade: E

Location:          70 % in Country Office & 30% travel required

Department:     Programs

Reports to:       Head of Program Development and Quality

 

SUMMARY OF THE POSITION

Plan International’s new global ambition is to contribute to All girls standing strong creating global change. Plan International Sierra Leone (PISL) together with our partners work with girls, young people, communities, and duty-bearers so that girls can LEARN, LEAD, DECIDE and THRIVE.

 

PISL has recently developed its first Partnership Strategy. With this new strategy, PISL will contribute to Plan International’s global priorities, PISL will create a greater impact through locally-led and globally connected action. The focus of this priority is to create greater awareness of our power and privilege as an INGO and to use this power in the best way possible in each context in which we work to create an impact for children and girls. The shift reflects our value as an INGO in complementing and supporting locally-led action and by creating and leveraging global connections that bring people, data and resources together. Additionally, as a youth-centered organization, we strive to meaningfully co-create all programming and influencing with girls and young people, consistently engaging them and their organisations in decision-making processes at all levels. Young people, through their own networks and organisations, will be more meaningfully involved and actively engaged in decision-making as partners and civil society actors in their own right.

 

It is PISL’s ambition that:

Partnership ambition: Through strategic and equitable partnerships, Plan International Sierra Leone enables collaborative work led by local actors in Sierra Leone that advances the rights of children and young people and contributes to all girls standing strong.

 

DIMENSIONS OF ROLE

To lead in the delivery of the partnership strategy, oversee partnership management processes, and ensure quality of our partnership approaches, PISL is creating a new position ‘Partnership and Civil Society Strengthening Manager’.

 

The PCSSM will work to 1) increase and strengthen organizational partnership capacity, and 2 strengthen civil society by supporting local CSOs to increase their legitimacy and diversity, increase collaboration and build alliances between local CSOs, duty bearers, and stakeholders and promote changes by creating a more enabling environment for civil society.

 

The PCSSM will be responsible for making sure that tools and procedures are in place and socialised, for strengthening capacity of PISL staff, leading organisational learning processes on partnerships and making recommendations on practice improvement, and providing support and oversight to partnership management processes.

 

The PCSSM, is not responsible for managing the partners to deliver projects but will provide support to PISL’s identified partnership contact persons as needed

 

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Key objectives

The PCSSM will be responsible for the successful implementation of Plan International Sierra Leone’s Partnership Strategy, which has three key objectives:

• Increased and strengthened partnerships with girl- and youth-led organisations aimed at enhancing youth participation and leadership as well as supporting movement-building across thematic areas and sectors
• A strengthened civil society, including but not limited to PISL’s local CSO partners, has increased capacity, influence, and an enabling space to deliver on their own and mutual objectives.
• Strengthened organisational capacity in Plan International Sierra Leone to work in strategic and equitable partnerships.

 

Advance partnership work and civil society strengthening in programs and influencing

• Work with Business Development Manager, Head of Programmes Development and Quality and sector specialists to develop and roll out programme models and methods that contribute to strengthening civil society in Sierra Leone
• Contribute to the development and roll-out of new models and methods to effectively engage girls’ led gender quality movements as part of existing or new program initiatives
• Provide technical support on civil society strengthening and partnerships to Plan colleagues – ensuring quality management and implementation of programs that have partners
• Map and identify new partnership opportunities, especially with girls and youth-led organisations, to advance the civil society strengthening and partnership agenda
• Participate in relevant external technical forums and stay abreast of trends within the sector. Provide updated analysis of current national, regional and global trends with regard to civil society, not least child and youth activism, and share learning with colleagues

 

Develop partnership capacity in PISL

• Oversee and support the roll-out of PISL’s partnership guidelines, including socialisation of the guidelines and development and implementation of associated tools and templates
• Support continuous development and regular reviews of partnership management practices; identify and follow up on actions to improve management practices
• Support relevant PISL departments to develop procedures and systems that support the BBP partnership approach and good practices partnering with youth-led organisations; support the periodic review and updating of relevant policies once they are in place
• Plan and organise capacity development activities for Plan staff to strengthen partnership capacity in PISL

 

Partnership management and partner capacity strengthening

• Support the programme and influencing team to develop and manage equitable partnership and alliance relationships with key organizations, through supporting partner mapping and strengthening relations with CSO partners and other relevant stakeholders
• Plan, coordinate and lead organisational fit and due diligence processes in line with Plan’s partnership principles
• Work with PISL partnership contact persons and partners to carry out partner-led organisational assessments and development/review of capacity strengthening plans. Based on identified needs, facilitate targeted capacity development support within relevant technical areas
• Collaborate with external agencies working with the same CSO partners, ensuring a partner centered approach and minimizing risk of duplicating capacity development efforts.

 

Coordination and management

• Support relevant PISL departments to develop annual priorities for partnerships and civil society strengthening
• Based on annual priorities, develop annual work plans and budgets for implementation of PISL’s Partnership Strategy, in collaboration with the Partnership Committee
• Track progress of work plan implementation and expenditure; make adjustments as needed

 

Monitoring, evaluation, research and learning: 

• Lead knowledge management and learning on civil society strengthening and partnership in Sierra Leone and ensure learnings from relevant programs feed into national level processes
• Coordinate with the MERL Manager to develop and use appropriate MERL approaches and tools in the implementation of the Partnership Strategy implementation
• Develop and provide technical support to evaluations and research initiatives related to civil society strengthening and partnerships.
• Analyse findings and feedback on internal partnership management and from on-going partnerships, e.g. through the global annual partnership survey, to produce lessons learnt and inform strategic decision-making.
• Support organisational learning through co-ordinating trainings and experience sharing to advance civil society strengthening and partnership work
• Monitor the environment for civil society across Sierra Leone and ensure analysis is shared with relevant Plan staff and stakeholders
• Support relevant quality assurance mechanisms in relation to civil society strengthening and partnerships in line with donor requirements

 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internally 

• PISL staff: Staff from all departments who work directly or indirectly in partnerships
• WACA Hub: Regional Specialists
• National Organisations (NOs): For specific programs/projects
• Global Hub (GH): Global Coordinator CSS & Partnership and team, the team of CSS advisors placed in Plan Internationals three regional hubs

 

Externally

• Local CSOs and their platforms and networks, including girl- and youth-led organisations
• Relevant staff from other organisations and institutions prioritizing this thematic area, including relevant government institutions.
• Consultants

 

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE

Education/Professional Background:

• Bachelors and preferably a graduate degree in social or political sciences, gender studies, social work, development planning or equivalent
• At least 5 years’ of progressive experience working with civil society organisations (especially child/ youth/human rights organizations)
• Strong knowledge and professional experience in the areas of civil society strengthening, partnerships, civic engagement/activism, and child and youth participation and governance
• Knowledge on gender analysis and mainstreaming, and on gender equality and girls’ rights challenges and opportunities
• Knowledge and professional experience on partnership identification and management based on principles of local ownership and equal partnership
• Experience in results-based management, including monitoring and evaluation of programs
• Demonstrated experience of designing and implementing capacity development initiatives and organisational development processes

Desirable

• Listening, communications and negotiation between organisations and among different stakeholders at all moments when developing, nurturing and ending a partnership, including with children and youth.
• Excellent communication skills, including virtually, across different cultures and across generations
• Context analysis skills to understand how context and stakeholders’ interests influence the partnership and our ability to achieve mutual goals
• Able to learn quickly and adaptive to new and different perspectives
• Influencing, representational and advocacy skills
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Fluency in Krio and English

 

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

The position will be based in the Country Office in Freetown

Where required, periodic travel to program units and on occasion, regional and/or international travel may be necessary.

 

LEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDREN

• Mid contact – Occasional interaction with children

 

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.

 

Ensure staff understand Plan International’s commitment to driving a feminist agenda within the organization, and the ambition for gender equality and gender transformative leadership is embedded in our value-based leadership framework.

 

PLAN INTERNATIONAL’S VALUES 

We are open and accountable

• Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
• Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
• Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
• Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
• Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organization for all children, girls & young people.

 

We strive for lasting impact

• Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
• Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
• Focuses resources to drive change and maximize long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
• Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

 

We work well together

• Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
• Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
• Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners, and communities.
• Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

 

We are inclusive and empowering

• We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential
• We respect all people, appreciate differences, and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace
• We support children, girls, and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives.

 

Applications: 

Last date for submission of Application (CV and cover letter) is: 22nd May 2023 by 5:00 pm

Your application should include:
·         A cover letter
·         A comprehensive CV including details of two referees, one of whom should be your current of 

           most recent supervisor

  Send applications to the below link: Sierra-Leone.Recruitment@plan-international.org

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People’s Policy.

 

Plan International follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women and people living with disability.

 

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide’s integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is primarily in four districts, namely Tonkolili, Port Loko, Western Area Urban and Western Area Rural – with a presence in Kambia, Koinadugu, Falaba, Bombali and Karene.

 

Concern would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the under mentioned role:

 

Job Title:	Partnership Manager
Project:	Supports all projects
Reports to:	Country Director (could change in future)
Direct reports:	None presently (but could change in future)
Liaises with:	Internally with Concern Management Team (CMT), Programme coordinators/advisors and other Coordinators/leads for systems and HR, Partnership Accountant, Grants & Information Manager, head office Partnership Advisor, Desk Officer for Sierra Leone  Externally with Concern’s partners (national and/or international).
Job Location:	Freetown, with up to 50% travel to other programme locations in Sierra Leone
Contract Details:	One-year renewable contract.
Job Purpose:	Within the wider Concern Sierra Leone team, take a leadership role in the mapping, relationship building and engagement with national NGO partners in order to develop trusted, effective and equitable partnerships supporting the mission of Concern to eliminate extreme poverty (and where needed with other partners: private sector, research organisations, etc,). S/he will coordinate partner assessments and mutual capacity development towards long-term organizational development objectives. S/he will be responsible for supporting project/ programme leads in managing Concern’s relationships with partners, in coordination with relevant finance, support systems and programme staff of Concern. With CMT, s/he will lead the development and implementation of Concern in Sierra Leone’s Partnership strategy and play a key role in the internal change process and capacity building as Concern in Sierra Leone moves to increased implementation though national partners. S/he will liaise with key stakeholders at the national and regional levels and participate actively in fora related to partnership and localization in Sierra Leone.
Main duties &   Responsibilities:	Partner Relationships and Engagement:   Explore and develop new partnerships focusing on national NGOs (but also where needed with private sector, research institutions, etc.), which ensure a creative and dynamic country programme via making contacts, attending relevant meetings and partnership related fora, visiting programme locations, etc. Foster a relationship of accompaniment, close mentoring and mutual respect with partner organizations across programme and support system functions. Support project / programme coordinators responsible for the relationship with partners to coordinate closely with the Concern support systems, finance and programme teams to ensure effective cooperative and equitable management of implementation through partners. Document learning from the country office’s engagement and collaboration with partners and share with Concern’s global Partnership Advisor and Concern Worldwide globally as appropriate. Partner Mapping, Selection and Assessments: Lead the mapping and gathering of information on potential partners in target areas for future partnerships and programmes. Coordinate with other INGOs and Alliance 2015 to map national NGOs already assessed by them. Lead the process of due diligence assessments or application of Concern’s Integrated Local Partner Assessment Tool (CILPAT) with existing and potential new partners. Lead in development of partnership agreements, MOUs etc. Working with the CD (and other relevant staff in Sierra Leone and head office), coordinate with partners in negotiations and developing agreements or MOUs. Partnership Mutual Capacity Development: Work with national partners and respective Concern staff to identify gaps in policies and procedures and technical capacity gaps. In coordination with the partner and project lead, facilitate the development of targeted mutual capacity development plans. Coordinate the timely implementation and monitoring of the plan with relevant Concern staff/departments and partners as appropriate. In coordination with respective Concern advisors ensure provision of technical assistance to partners to ensure project implementation is carried out in accordance with international humanitarian standards (e.g. Core Humanitarian Standards, SPHERE) and mainstreaming of cross cutting themes including gender & equality, environment & climate change, DRR and Protection. In coordination with the Programme Development & Quality Coordinator, Accountability Supervisor and Safeguarding focal points, support partners to ensure that accountability mechanisms are embedded into their programming, with functioning communication methods and feedback handling mechanisms in place (which are in line with or equivalent to Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM) and safeguarding procedures/policies). Support partners in their compliance with donor guidelines, and ensuring that their procedures do not conflict with Concern’s policies on HR, Procurement, Logistics and Financial management. Support partners to comply with Concern and donor requirements on timely and quality narrative and financial reporting – coordinating with the Grants & Information Manager and Partnership Accountant. With respective Concern staff, monitor the progress and performance of partners following the implementation of capacity building support. Identify with partners areas of expertise to share with Concern and/or other consortium partners. Organize and facilitate partnership review meetings, to reflect on lessons learned and ensure accountability between Concern and its partners. Conduct regular visits to project/programme locations (where they are implemented through national partners) to capture learning on what is working well and/or areas for improvement in the partnership. Support the Project Manager/Programme coordinator and the partners to implement agreed actions arising from such visits. Programme Development: Work with partners to adapt and/or develop new proposals / interventions, including ensuring provision of technical and practical support on project design and budget development. Work with PDQ Coordinator and MEAL staff to help ensure that learning from programme implementation by partners and Concern is reflected upon and incorporated into future work. Support/lead the planning of project inception meetings, grant review meetings, and grant close out meetings with partners. Organizational Learning and Representation: Work with the CMT and lead the development and implementation of Concern in Sierra Leone’s Partnership strategy. Support Concern Sierra Leone teams to deliver on the country strategic plan objectives on building strong partnerships. Undertake joint learning sessions between Concern and local partners on the partnership processes and approaches. Work with Advocacy and Communications Manager to capture/document/share learning related to partnership. Represent Concern in networks or platforms focused on partnership and localization. Identify opportunities to share learning by partners and at relevant fora (e.g. Capacity Strengthening Working Groups, Partnership Community of Practice, webinars, etc.). Establish and maintain relationships with Partnership/Capacity strengthening staff in other NGOs, institutions, and professional groups to remain abreast of trends and good practice around localization, partnership and organizational capacity strengthening. HR and Capacity Building:  Work with the CMT to ensure that all relevant department positions have partnership roles and responsibilities in their job descriptions, have set SMART objectives against them, and are aware of the success criteria relating to these roles. Conduct capacity-strengthening sessions for Concern staff, across programmes, systems and finance departments, on partnership principles and ways of working as well as CILPAT process. Proactively identify and recommend adaptions to the Concern staff structure from learnings during partnership review and/or the capacity strengthening plans developed with new partners during partner assessment and proposal development. Line manage dedicated partnership positions as may become necessary, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support, on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract. Other: Actively participate in collective exercises such as updates of Preparing for Effective Emergency Response (PEER) plan, Country Strategic Plan (CSP), security management plan (SMP) and other Concern initiatives. Ensure Concern’s cross cutting themes are incorporated in all aspects of your role including:  Gender & Equality; Protection; DRR; Climate Adaptation; Environment. Ensure the highest standards of accountability (as outlined in the Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) to which Concern is a signatory) through ensuring good communication and information sharing within and outside the organisation. Be aware of, understand and comply with all of Concern’s policies and procedures (Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, finance, logistics, HR, security management etc.). Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Country Director.
Person specification:	Essential Qualifications & Experience  Bachelor Degree in Development, Organisational Development, Project/Programme Management or another relevant discipline. At least three years of relevant experience with an NGO, UN agency or donor (of which at least one year with an NGO, ideally an international NGO). Specific experience in partnership approach, working with a range of different partner organisations (national / international NGOs, private sector, research institutions etc.), partner mapping, assessments and capacity development of staff within your organization and external partner organisation staff. Excellent written and oral communications and interpersonal skills in English. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information in an accessible format. Strong networking, influencing and leadership skills. Experience of organisation representation, advocacy and coordination with NGOs/UN, donors, government institutions. Experience working in one or more of the following – accountability, equality and risk management. Desirable Qualifications & Experience Post graduate degree in relevant discipline and other evidence of continued learning on Organisational Development, capacity building, etc. Experience working within Concern Worldwide or a good understanding of the organisational structure and dynamics of Concern. Alternatively, demonstration of equivalent experience of working in an international organization. Trained in quality standards such as Core Humanitarian Standard (CHS), SPHERE, Red Cross Code of Conduct, etc. Strong human resource management skills including capacity building and mentoring. Demonstrated experience of developing and implementing a Partnership strategy. Budget and fiscal oversight. Essential – Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements: Ability to build strong relationships within the Concern team and with staff members of partner organisations, recognising power imbalances in relationships and how to offset these. Capability to work on own initiative and set strategic goals and targets independently with little supervision, while asking for support when appropriate. Experience and skills in the design and delivery of training and workshops (both for own organization and partners). Demonstrable facilitation skills, including ability to facilitate difficult conversations. Demonstrated aptitude and passion for continuous learning, innovation and improvement. Ability to analyse and understand organisational/institutional capacity and development processes. Ability and personal resilience to work in fast paced, dynamic and pressurised environment. Excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft office (high proficiency in Word, PowerPoint required, skills in Excel an added advantage) Empathy with Concern’s vision, mission and values.
Emergency response	Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
HIV & AIDS	Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by:  Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues. Protecting him/herself and colleagues. Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.
Gender Equality	Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination.  Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.
Safeguarding at Concern: Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies   Concern has an organisational Code of Conduct (CCoC) with three Associated Policies; the Programme Participant Protection Policy (P4), the Child Safeguarding Policy and the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Policy. These have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation, and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organisation, and the standards of behaviour expected of them. In this context, staff have a responsibility to the organisation to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and Associated Policies as an appendix to their contract of employment. By signing the Concern Code of Conduct, candidates acknowledge that they have understood the content of both the Concern Code of Conduct and the Associated Policies and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these policies. Additionally, Concern is committed to the safeguarding and protection of vulnerable adults and children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work or volunteer with vulnerable adults and children are recruited by us for such roles. Subsequently, working or volunteering with Concern is subject to a range of vetting checks, including criminal background checking.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

• An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
• Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.  
• Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
• A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
• Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to info.sl@concern.net OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

                                           HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

                                           HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is 17.00 on Wednesday May 24 2023

 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR & SOCIAL WELFARE, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email: employmentdesk71@gmail.com 

 

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”