World Health Organization (WHO) is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone:

1.) Consultant – Sanitation and Drinking Water
2.) Health Policy Advisor

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Consultant – Sanitation and Drinking Water

Consultant – Sanitation and Drinking – Water – (2405086)

Grade: No grade

Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 4 months

Job Posting

: Jun 13, 2024, 10:25:27 AM

Closing Date

: Jun 27, 2024, 10:59:00 PM

Primary Location

: Sierra Leone-Freetown

Organization

: AF_SLE Sierra Leone

Schedule

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device’s system settings.

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1. Area of expertise:  Consultant for Sanitation and Drinking – Water
2. Purpose of consultancy:   The consultant shall work under the overall guidance of the WASH technical staff at the Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation and under the technical supervision of the WHO – Universal Healthier Population (UHP) Cluster Lead, and Public Health and Environment focal point, WHO.

The Global Analysis and Assessment of Sanitation and Drinking Water (GLAAS) National Consultant plays an important role in GLAAS data collection by supporting processes, coordinating, and contributing to the main GLAAS outputs.

3. Background  

The Global Analysis and Assessment of Sanitation and Drinking Water (GLAAS) is a UN-Water initiative implemented by the World Health Organization (WHO). GLAAS objectives are defined as, at the global and regional level, monitoring the inputs (in terms of human resources and finance) and the enabling environment (in terms of laws, plans, and policies, as well as institutional and monitoring arrangements), required to sustain and extend water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) systems and services to all, and especially to the most vulnerable population groups. GLAAS is also mandated to analyze the factors associated with progress to identify drivers and bottlenecks, highlight knowledge gaps, and assess strengths and challenges within and across countries. It aims to facilitate the work of government-led platforms to enhance coordination across the various sectors, institutions, and actors influencing and requiring WASH service delivery.

In a national context, GLAAS aims to complement WASH sector review processes and assist in assessing the state of the enabling environment, including financial and human resources inputs directed to sanitation, drinking water, and hygiene, while identifying barriers and enablers. GLAAS is not meant to be an additional burden on countries but rather a tool to aid in existing national processes.

In addition to providing sanitation and drinking-water policymakers and practitioners with a more comprehensive evidence base, the GLAAS process also informs political decision-making, particularly through its association with the Sanitation and Water for All (SWA) Partnership. Sanitation and Water for All provides a global platform for discussion among countries and donors participating in the SWA High Level Dialogue Meetings.

For the GLAAS 2024/2025 cycle, data collection will be from August to September 2024, and the GLAAS 2024/25 final data and report will be submitted on 15th October 2024 to WHO HQ.

4. Deliverables

• Facilitate the GLAAS process in Sierra Leone. This includes:
• Developing an implementation plan and receiving approval from the government and WHO country offices.
• Organizing, convening and write report on the GLAAS inception workshop with key stakeholders, including representatives from government ministries (Ministry of Finance, Education, Health, Water Resources & Sanitation, and those working in water and sanitation) and partners (such as WHO, UNICEF, INGOs, etc.); and
• Liaising with key stakeholders throughout the GLAAS process.
• Coordinate data collection. This includes:
• Reviewing sector documents as necessary.
• Ensuring all the require data are compiled in GLAAS survey form.
• Following up with stakeholders to receive complete data.
• Having the survey answered as best and completely as possible; and
• Submitting the completed GLAAS survey data base to the Ministry.
• Manage post-data collection tasks. This includes:
• Organize a final review of the completed GLAAS survey data with key stakeholders during a validation workshop.
• Facilitate the completion and submission of the data release consent form, data collection process form, and country feedback form.
• Obtain the government verification and signing off on the data; and
• Work with the GLAAS team at WHO headquarters through WCO SL on any data quality issues and requests for additional validation, if necessary, with no cost attached.
• Expected Outcomes / Impacts
• The government and stakeholders, including donors and partners, use GLAAS data for evidence-based decision-making.
• Informed policies, decisions, programs, and effective planning will increase access to WASH services.
• Strengthening national WASH systems for collection and analyze WASH data for action.

5. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

(Identify the educational qualifications and expertise needed for the terms of reference outlined above.)

Educational Qualifications:  

• Essential: A holder of a master’s degree in public health or WASH or environmental health, sanitation, or equivalent.

Experience  

Essential: Experience in the sanitation or drinking-water supply sector, planning, development, and/or service delivery in Sierra Leone.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in WASH-related activities.
• Desirable: Experience in facilitating meetings.
• Established relationships within key government ministries are desirable.

Skills/Knowledge:

Essential:  Experience using data software (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PPT, etc.)

• Knowledge of national WASH monitoring processes.
• Knowledge of key WASH sector stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills.
• Desirable: Understanding of the legal framework governing the WASH sector; and
• Proven experience in studies and evaluation of programs in the water sector.

Languages and level required (Basic/Intermediate/Expert):

Essential: English

Expert knowledge of …………….

Intermediate knowledge of ……………

Desirable: (if applicable)

Expert knowledge of …………….

Intermediate knowledge of ……………

6. Location

Freetown, Sierra Leone

7. Travel

(Please specify any expected travel(s): dates, location and purpose.)

The consultant is not expected to travel

Remuneration:

The total consultancy cost for this assignment is SLE 46,960.4 (forty-six thousand and nine hundred & sixty & four cent New Leones). The consultant will be entitled to a sum of one thousand and one hundred and seventy-four leones and one cent (SLE 1,174.1) per day and for ten days the consultant will be entitled to eleven thousand seven hundred and forty & one cent (SLE 11,740.1) which will be paid monthly.

APPLY

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2.) Health Policy Advisor

Health Policy Advisor – NOC (Open for Sierra Leonean Only) – (2405092)

Grade: No grade

Contractual Arrangement: Special Services Agreement (SSA)

Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 12 months

Job Posting

: Jun 12, 2024, 6:24:54 PM

Closing Date

: Jun 26, 2024, 10:59:00 PM

Primary Location

: Sierra Leone-Freetown

Organization

: AF_SLE Sierra Leone

Schedule

: Full-time

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that the deadline for receipt of applications indicated above reflects your personal device’s system settings.

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Area of expertise: 

Expert in Health Policy.

Purpose of consultancy: 

To provide ongoing Technical Support to MOH for policy, implementation, monitoring and       reporting on Universal Health Coverage including comprehensive SRH services.

Background  

 Sierra Leone has some of the world’s highest maternal mortality ratio (443/100,000 live births), child deaths (105/1,000 live births) and stillbirth (23/1,000 live births) rates. Infant and neonatal mortality stand at a rate of 75 and 31 per 1000 live births respectively. Maternal deaths accounts for 23% percent of all deaths among women aged 15-49. Despite these figures, Sierra Leone’s coverage indicators are fairly comparable with many sub-Saharan African countries including neighboring countries within west African subregion. A key priority of the Ministry of Health is to improve quality of care and ensure a client-centered life-stage approach to the delivery of essential health services package for better health outcomes for all the people in the country. Central to this will be the formulation and elaboration of evidence-informed policies, guidelines, protocols, and standards of care.

Deliverables: 

1.            PHC service delivery model redesigned.

• Support bottleneck analysis on the existing healthcare delivery system in line with UHC, EHSP and SRHR
• Facilitate policy dialogue with relevant stakeholders on health care delivery system redesign for advancing UHC
• Support relevant directorates/programmes to review/develop new policies, strategies and plans to improve quality of care along the client-centered life-stages approach.   
• Facilitate the revision/update of health care infrastructure norms and standards in line with the MOH policy direction 

2. Person centered life stage framework for service delivery integrated in the health care delivery system   delivered at health care delivery system

• Facilitate mainstreaming of the framework across programs and directorate in their routine planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting
• Support assessment on the existing FHCI progress and challenges with respect to SRHR and support development of free health care policy and incorporation of SRHR commodities in FHCI
• Support landscaping analysis on governance, mandate, duties, and responsibilities of DHMTs to and recommend to the MOH any necessary adjustments to align to changing needs and drive UHC agenda
• Facilitate regular/periodic meetings of the Minister of Health, Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Parliamentarians, Health Development Partners, and other key stakeholders on UHC
•  Perform any other related duties as might be assigned supervisors

3. Health Systems Strengthening

• Guide the reform process for key Directorates in the Ministry, fostering efficient hospital management.
• Act as a facilitator for overseeing and coordinating hospital development projects.
• Facilitate initiatives to improve and modernize laboratory services.
• Support the implementation of the National Eye Health Programme.
• Facilitate collaboration with academic institutions for postgraduate medical training.

4. Reproductive, Child, NCDs, and Mental Health:

• Aid in the implementation of Reproductive and Child Health programs.
• Facilitate strategies and initiatives in cancer prevention, mental health, and rehabilitation.

5.                Specialized Agencies Collaboration:

• Act as a facilitator in fostering collaboration between health institutions and agencies.
• Facilitate initiatives related to climate change and health.
• Facilitate collaboration with medical and dental associations, councils, and emergency services.

Reporting Requirement

Submit monthly reports on activities/tasks accomplished pertaining to the roles and responsibilities

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Education

Essential: Advanced level university degree in Public Health, Medicine, or any other related area of study.

Desirable: Additional specialization in Public Health, Health Systems Strengthening, Health Economics, Health Policy, and Sexual Reproductive Health & Rights, Management or any other relevant area

Experience

Essential: •        At least 7 years’ experience in health policy and health care reform 

• Background in medicine, public health or related areas
• Demonstrable understanding of the development and content of UHC and SRHR polices and guidelines
• Experience in advocacy, diplomacy and public relations
• Experience in resource mobilization
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Strong analytical skills 

Skills/Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

WHO Competencies

• Teamwork
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
• Communication
• Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
• Moving forward in a changing environment

Languages and level required (Basic/Intermediate/Expert):

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English.

1. Location:

c/o World Health Organization, Sierra Leone, 21 A&B Riverside Drive, off King Harman Road

P.O. Box 529 Brookfields, Freetown, Sierra Leone

APPLY

Caritas Makeni is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Consultant for Stores and Fleet Management
2.) Consultant for Procurement

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Consultant for Stores and Fleet Management

SCOPE OF WORK – Consultant for Stores and Fleet Management 

About Caritas Makeni 

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni is registered as a Non-Governmental Organization

(NGO) with the Ministry of Social Welfare (MSW) and with the Ministry of Planning

and Economic Development in the Republic of Sierra Leone. The organization is

registered with the Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organisations –

SLANGO. Established in 1979 by Bishop Azzolini, Caritas Makeni is the relief and

developmental organization working in the North and North – West Provinces of

Sierra Leone that covers the following seven districts: Bombali, Port Loko, Tonkolili,

Kambia, Karene, Falaba, and Koinadugu.

Its objective is to facilitate the sustainable development of people through

participatory interventions aiming at improving the quality of life of the deprived,

marginalized, and disadvantaged in the Northern Province, irrespective of creed,

tribe, religion, gender, or race. The organization has built solid networks in

communities to deliver technical assistance and support, to further complement the

SDG (Sustainable Development Goal) efforts.

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni supports efforts to increase resilience amongst the

vulnerable and marginalized, by building solid networks and structures within the

communities to deliver technical assistance and support. Caritas Makeni works in

four key areas: Health, Education, Livelihoods, and Emergencies. Cross-cutting

themes include advocacy, social protection, support for people living with disabilities,

illegal migration, and adult literacy

About the ALLRight Fund Project 

With funding from the CRS Advancing Local Leadership in the Right Way (ALLRight)

Fund, CRS Sierra Leone will support Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni (CSLM) as it

envisions itself as a strong national non-governmental organization that champions

local development in the North and North-western Region of Sierra Leone in the next

5 years. The ALLRight Fund is an intentional effort to support CSLM to achieve its

vision.

Through the ALLRight project, CRS will support CMSL in strengthening its institutional

capacity to ensure that the organization has the operational and technical systems

and staff to implement high-quality projects that integrate inclusion into programming

with increased strength on MEAL and internal controls. ALLRight Fund will focus on

strengthening Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni’s MEAL capacity by positioning them to

establish strong MEAL systems to collect, analyze, and utilize MEAL data to

demonstrate and improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and ultimately, the outcomes

and impact of their interventions in the education sector in Sierra Leone. CSLM has

made progress in internal control for efficiency, relative to the scope of their budget

and operation, which would require strengthening for operational efficiency and

excellence.

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OVERALL GOAL 

The main goal of this consultancy is to comprehensively assess Caritas Sierra Leone

Makeni’s (CSLM) current Administrative policies relating to stores and fleet

management practices, identify areas of current gaps, and develop an improvement

plan to ensure full compliance with donor standards and industry best practices. The

following are the specific objectives:

∙ To conduct a comprehensive assessment of CSLM’s current Administrative

policies relating to stores and fleet management practices, this includes

policies, procedures, and tools.

∙ To identify areas where CSLM’s stores and fleet management practices are

insufficient or lacking and require updating.

∙ To recommend specific changes to CSLM’s stores and fleet management

practices, including policies, procedures, and tools, to ensure compliance with

donor and industry standards.

∙ To draft updated Administrative policies, procedures, and tools for CSLM’s

stores and fleet management practices.

∙ Ensure the involvement and ownership of CSLM staff, senior management,

and its board members throughout the assessment, improvement, drafting of

new policy, capacity building, and implementation process to foster long-term

operational efficiency and excellence on Administrative policies, procedures,

and tools for CSLM’s stores and fleet management practices.

∙ Enhance CSLM’s Administrative practices to ensure compliance with donor

standards and industry best practices, promoting transparency and

accountability in its stores and fleet management.

∙ Empowering CSLM staff & affiliates through comprehensive training activities

and ongoing monitoring, mentoring, and coaching will equip staff and

guarantee long- term success.

CONSULTANT KEY ACTIVITIES 

Consultant shall deliver the following activities:

1. Review existing CSLM Administrative policies, procedures, and tools:

The consultant will review and assess CSLM’s existing Administrative (stores

and fleet management) policies, procedures, and tools to understand the

current practices and identify any gaps or areas for improvement.

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2. Conduct interviews with key administrative personnel: 

The consultant will conduct interviews with CSLM staff members involved in

administration (stores and fleet management) to gather insights into the day-to-day

operations and identify any challenges or areas for improvement.

3.Observe and analyze stores and fleet management operations: 

▪ The consultant will observe CSLM’s stores and fleet operations to gain a

firsthand understanding of the current practices and identify any areas for

improvement.

▪ The consultant will analyze data related to CSLM’s stores and fleet

management, such as inventory levels, maintenance records, and fuel

consumption, to identify trends and patterns.

4. Develop Administrative policies, processes, and procedures  

based on recommendations: 

∙ Based on the findings of the assessment, the consultant will develop

recommendations for improving CSLM’s stores and fleet management

practices. These recommendations may include changes to policies,

procedures, or tools. ,

5. Training of CSLM staff on the new validated policy: 

▪ Conduct training sessions for CSLM staff on newly implemented and

validated Administrative policies and procedures

CONSULTANCY DELIVERABLES: 

Consultant shall perform the following services:

▪ Conduct a comprehensive assessment of CSLM’s current Administrative

(stores and fleet management) practices, including policies, procedures, and

tools.

▪ Identify areas where CSLM’s stores and fleet management practices are

insufficient or lacking and require updating.

▪ Recommend specific changes to CSLM’s stores and fleet management

practices, including policies, procedures, and tools, to ensure compliance with

donor and industry standards.

▪ Draft updated Administrative policies, procedures, and tools for CSLM’s

stores and fleet management practices.

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▪ Submit draft documents to CSLM senior management for review,

feedback, and approval.

▪ Organize training sessions for CSLM staff on the updated Administrative

(stores and fleet management) policies, procedures, and tools.

Proposed work plan

June-24

July-24

Aug-24

Activities

W1

W2

W3

W4

W1

W2

W3

W4

W1

W2

W3

W4

Kick-off meeting with CSLM management

Review existing policies, procedures, and tools

Conduct interviews with key personnel

Observe stores and fleet operations

Develop detailed recommendations report with data analysis, gap analysis, prioritized recommendations, and phased implementation plan.

Draft clear and concise updated stores and fleet management policies, procedures, and tools.

Finalize updated policies, procedures, and tools

Facilitate training sessions for CSLM staff on the finalized policies, procedures, and tools

Submit the final report, procedures, and tools

 

WORKPLAN 

Note: Each activity should have its activity report and attendance list to measure its

outcomes, for training; pre and post-tests are also required.

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni Responsibilities to the Consultancy: 

∙ Provide the Consultant with all necessary information, documents, and

access to personnel for performing the services.

∙ Cooperate fully with the Consultant and promptly respond to inquiries and

requests for information.

∙ Review and provide timely feedback on the Consultant’s deliverables.

∙ Make payments of fees as per the agreed-upon schedule.

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PROFILE 

Professional Profile: 

∙ Proven records of working with Local Partners, partnerships relationship

management, and external representation.

∙ A highly experienced and results-oriented consultant with a proven track record

of success in assessing and improving Administrative (stores and fleet

management) policies, processes, and practices for non-profit organizations.

∙ Expertise in developing and implementing effective policies, procedures, and

tools to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with donor

standards and industry best practices.

∙ Possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a

demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

∙ A passion for Partner capacity strengthening that includes capacity building and

institutional systems strengthening. Also, empowering organizations to achieve

operational excellence on Administrative policies (stores and fleet management.)

∙ Fluency in English and Krio

∙ Experience of working with partners Capacity Strengthening is an added advantage

Skills and qualifications 

∙ Master’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Supply Chain

Management, or a related field.

∙ 10+ years of experience in consulting or managing Administrative policies

(stores and fleet operations) for non-profit organizations.

∙ Proven expertise in assessing and improving Administrative policies on

stores and fleet management practices.

∙ Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing policies,

procedures, and tools to enhance efficiency and compliance in stores and

fleet management.

∙ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

∙ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

∙ Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Documentation 

1. a) Personal and/or corporate resume clearly showing academic, and technical

capacity and experience required.

1. b) Personal identification document (government-issued ID).
2. c) Legal Representation documents (if necessary).
3. d) Commercial license documentation (if necessary). Registration

documents (if necessary).

1. e) Tax ID registration documents (personal or corporate)

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Procedures 

Duty Station: Makeni, CSLM Office.

Implementation period: June –August 2024.

Coordination/Interaction: The direct counterpart for the consultant :

Internal: Local Leadership Coordinador, ALLRight Fund team, Operation Unit

(Head of Operations, Supply Chain Manager, Senior Operations Manager,

Admin Officers, Local Leadership Unit Staff, etc.

External: Caritas Sierra Leone Staff Makeni Staff, Affiliates and Board Members

Financial Proposal: 

Consultant’s fees shall be paid in local currency for the entire engagement. The

payments will be done upon satisfactory presentation of the products required by

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni according to the following schedule:

∙ 20% upon the conduct of initial interviews with key stakeholders including the

procurement team, leadership, and finance (Last Week June 2024).

∙ 30% upon submission of preliminary recommendations report (Second Week  

of July 2024)

∙ 30% upon completion of Drafting clear and concise updated procurement

policies, procedures, and tools. (Last Week July 2024)

∙ 20% upon submission of final report acceptance of all deliverables (August 2024)

Note: The consultant is responsible for Payment of taxes required of him/her.

All information received will be handled as confidential; the products and  

documentation produced for this contract will be for the exclusive use and sole 

property of Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni. 

CSLM addresses seriously all child abuse and exploitation denounces; any child  

abuse or exploitation case can lead to immediate contract termination. 

Kindly send your Cover Letter and CV to makenicaritassl@gmail.com and copy

fatusylviamansaray94@gmail.com Deadline for application is 19th June, 2024.

Subject line of the email should be: Position/Name of Applicant

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Women are strongly encouraged to

apply. Address for applications:

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Human Resource Manager,  

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni,  

Pastoral Center, 

1 Ernest Bai Koroma Road,  

Makeni City.

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2.) Consultant for Procurement

SCOPE OF WORK – Consultant for Procurement Processes and Procedures 

About Caritas Makeni 

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni is registered as a Non-Governmental Organization

(NGO) with the Ministry of Social Welfare (MSW) and with the Ministry of Planning

and Economic Development in the Republic of Sierra Leone. The organization is

registered with the Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organisations –

SLANGO. Established in 1979 by Bishop Azzolini, Caritas Makeni is the relief and

developmental organization working in the North and North – West Provinces of

Sierra Leone that covers the following seven districts: Bombali, Port Loko, Tonkolili,

Kambia, Karene, Falaba, and Koinadugu.

Its objective is to facilitate the sustainable development of people through

participatory interventions aiming at improving the quality of life of the deprived,

marginalized, and disadvantaged in the Northern Province, irrespective of creed,

tribe, religion, gender, or race. The organization has built solid networks in

communities to deliver technical assistance and support, to further complement the

SDG (Sustainable Development Goal) efforts.

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni supports efforts to increase resilience amongst the

vulnerable and marginalized, by building solid networks and structures within the

communities to deliver technical assistance and support. Caritas Makeni works in

four key areas: Health, Education, Livelihoods, and Emergencies. Cross-cutting

themes include advocacy, social protection, support for people living with disabilities,

illegal migration, and adult literacy.

About the ALLRight Fund Project 

With funding from the CRS Advancing Local Leadership in the Right Way (ALLRight)

Fund, CRS Sierra Leone will support Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni (CSLM) as it

envisions itself as a strong national nongovernmental organization that champions

local development in the North and North-western Region of Sierra Leone in the next

5 years. The ALLRight Fund is an intentional effort to support CSLM to achieve its

vision.

Through the ALLRight project, CRS will support CSLM in strengthening its institutional

capacity to ensure that the organization has the operational and technical systems

and staff to implement high-quality projects that integrate inclusion into programming

with the increased strength of MEAL and internal controls. ALLRight Fund will focus

on strengthening Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni’s MEAL capacity by positioning them

to establish strong MEAL systems to collect, analyze, and utilize MEAL data to

demonstrate and improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and ultimately, the outcomes

and impact of their interventions in the education sector in Sierra Leone. CSLM has

made progress in internal control for efficiency, relative to the scope of their budget

and operation, which would require strengthening for operational efficiency and

excellence.

1

OVERALL GOAL: 

The main goal of this consultancy is to comprehensively assess Caritas Sierra Leone

Makeni’s (CSLM) current procurement processes and procedures, identify areas for

improvement, and

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develop recommendations for a Procurement Policy for enhancing its procurement practices to  achieve a higher level of efficiency, transparency, accountability, and compliance with relevant  donor and industry best practices/standards. The following are the key objectives:

∙ Conduct a comprehensive evaluation of CSLM’s existing procurement policies,

procedures, and tools to identify any deficiencies, gaps, or inconsistencies.

∙ Analyze the identified gaps against relevant donor and industry standards,

including those set by major donors such as DFID, USAID, the European Union,

etc.

∙ Develop recommendations for updating CSLM’s Procurement Processes and

Procedures to align with identified standards and best practices.

∙ Draft updated procurement policies, procedures, and tools incorporating the

agreed- upon recommendations.

∙ Ensure the involvement and ownership of CSLM staff, senior management, and

its board members throughout the assessment, improvement, drafting of new

policy, capacity building, and implementation process to foster long-term

operational efficiency and excellence in Procurement Processes and Policy.

∙ Enhance CSLM’s procurement practices to ensure compliance with donor and

industry standards, promoting transparency and accountability in its procurement

activities.

∙ Empowering CSLM staff & affiliates through comprehensive training activities and

ongoing monitoring, mentoring, and coaching will equip staff and guarantee long

term success.

CONSULTANT KEY ACTIVITIES 

Consultant shall deliver the following activities:

1. Assess Current CSLM Procurement Processes and Procedures: 

▪ Conduct in-depth interviews with relevant personnel across

departments in CSLM to understand their roles, responsibilities, and

pain points within the procurement cycle.

▪ Analyze existing documentation, including templates, and standard

operating procedures, to identify inconsistencies, redundancies, and

potential compliance risks on existing Procurement Processes and

Procedures for CSLM

▪ Review historical procurement data and reports to identify trends in

spending, contract types, and supplier performance.

2. Develop a Procurement Capacity Improvement Plan: 

▪ Collaborate with CSLM to develop a Procurement Improvement Plan

using approaches based on identified gaps, institutional priorities, and

resource constraints.

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▪ Define the specific areas of focus, sampling methodologies, and data

collection techniques to measure operational efficiency and

excellence for CSLM

3. Identify relevant standards and best practices: 

▪ Conduct comprehensive research on donor-specific procurement

guidelines and regulations applicable to CSLM’s operations.

▪ Analyze industry best practices in sourcing, sustainable procurement,

and digitalization of procurement processes.

▪ Benchmark CSLM’s practices against similar organizations operating

in Sierra Leone to identify potential areas for improvement as part of

the procurement Improvement Plans.

4. Draft updated policies and procedures: 

▪ Collaboratively draft a clear, concise, and user-friendly updated

Procurement Policy with industry best practices and standards

Procedures, and Processes.

5. Capacity Building of CSLM staff, Board Members, and Affiliates on the 

Updated and Validated CSLM Procurement Policy.

▪ Conduct the maiden training sessions for CSLM staff & affiliates on

newly implemented and validated Procurement Policy; including its

Policies and Procedures.

CONSULTANCY DELIVERABLES: 

Consultant shall perform the following services:

▪ Review and assess CSLM’s existing procurement policies, procedures, and tools

▪ Identify any policies, procedures, or tools that are insufficient, outdated, or

lacking in any respect.

▪ Analyze the nature and scope of any necessary updates based on identified

deficiencies.

▪ Benchmark CSLM’s procurement practices against relevant donor and

industry standards.

▪ Develop recommendations for updating and improving CSLM’s procurement

processes and procedures to achieve compliance with identified industry best

practices and standards.

▪ Draft updated procurement policies, procedures, and tools incorporating the

agreed- upon recommendations.

▪ Submit draft documents to CSLM senior management for review, feedback,

and approval.

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▪ Organize training sessions for CSLM staff and affiliates on the updated

procurement policies, procedures, and tools.

WORKPLAN 

Proposed work plan

June-24

July-24

Aug-24

Activities

W1

W2

W3

W4

W1

W2

W3

W4

W1

W2

W3

W4

Kick-off meeting with CSLM management

Review existing policies, procedures, and tools

Conduct interviews with key personnel

Develop a detailed assessment plan with timelines and data collection methods.

Research relevant donor procurement guidelines and industry best practices

Develop preliminary recommendations for process revisions, and policy updates

Develop a detailed recommendations report  (Improvement Plan) with data analysis, gap  analysis, prioritized recommendations,  and a phased implementation plan.

Draft clear and concise updated procurement policies, procedures, and  tools

Finalize updated policies, procedures, and tools

Facilitate training sessions for CSLM staff on the finalized policies, procedures, and  tools

Submit a final report summarizing  assessment findings, recommendations, and implementation plan.

 

Note: Each activity should have its activity report and attendance list to measure its

outcomes, for training; pre and post-tests are also required.

CSLM Responsibilities to the Consultancy: 

∙ Provide Consultant with all necessary onboarding, information, documents, and

access to personnel for performing the Services.

∙ Cooperate fully with the Consultant and promptly respond to inquiries and

requests for information.

∙ Review and provide timely feedback on the Consultant’s deliverables.

∙ Make payments of fees as per the agreed-upon schedule.

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PROFILE 

Professional Profile: 

∙ Proven records of working with Local Partners, partnerships relationship

management, and external representation.

∙ Proven track record of successful procurement management system

assessments and improvements for non-profit organizations, NGOs, and

international development agencies.

∙ Extensive experience working with donor compliance requirements and industry

best practices and standards on procurement Policies, processes, and

procedures

∙ Strong communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills to work effectively with

stakeholders at all levels both with CRS and CSLM.

∙ A passion for Partner Capacity Strengthening that focuses on capacity building

and institutional strengthening, also empowering organizations to achieve

operational efficiency and excellence in Procurement Management.

∙ Fluency in English and Krio

∙ Experience working on a Partner’s Capacity Strengthening is an added advantage.

Skills and qualifications 

∙ Master’s degree or higher in Procurement Management or related field.

∙ 10 years + years of experience in procurement management consulting or a

relevant field for non-profit organizations.

∙ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

∙ Experience working in international development contexts is highly desirable.

∙ Excellent facilitation skills that include mentoring, coaching, and on-the-job training.

Documentation 

1. a) Personal and/or corporate resume clearly showing academic, and technical

capacity and experience required.

1. b) Personal identification document (government-issued ID).
2. c) Legal Representation documents (if necessary).
3. d) Commercial license documentation (if necessary). Registration

documents (if necessary).

1. e) Tax ID registration documents (personal or corporate)

Procedures 

Duty Station: Makeni, CSLM Office.

Implementation period: June –August 2024.

Coordination/Interaction: The direct counterpart for the consultant :

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Internal: Local Leadership Coordinador, ALLRight Fund team, Operation Unit (Head

of Operations, Supply Chain Manager Procurement Manager, Officers, etc.. and

Local Leadership Unit Staff.

External: Caritas Sierra Leone Staff Makeni Staff, Affiliates and Board Members

Financial Proposal: 

Consultant’s fees shall be paid in local currency for the entire engagement. The

payments will be done upon satisfactory presentation of the products required by

CRS according to the following schedule:

▪ 20% upon the conduct of initial interviews with key stakeholders

including the procurement team, leadership, and finance (Last Week  

June 2024).

▪ 30% upon submission of preliminary recommendations report (Second 

Week of July 2024)

▪ 30% upon completion of Drafting clear and concise updated

procurement policies, procedures, and tools. (Last Week July 2024)

▪ 20% upon submission of final report acceptance of all deliverables (August 2024)

Note: The consultant is responsible for Payment of taxes required of him/her.

All information received will be handled as confidential; the products and  

documentation produced for this contract will be for the exclusive use and sole 

property of Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni. 

CSLM addresses seriously all child abuse and exploitation denounces; any child  

abuse or exploitation case can lead to immediate contract termination. 

Kindly send your Cover Letter and CV to makenicaritassl@gmail.com and copy

fatusylviamansaray94@gmail.com Deadline for application is 19th June, 2024.

Subject line of the email should be: Position/Name of Applicant

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Women are strongly encouraged to

apply. Address for applications:

Human Resource Manager,  

Caritas Sierra Leone Makeni,  

Pastoral Center, 

1 Ernest Bai Koroma Road,  

Makeni City.

Consultant – City Adviser, Waste and Methane

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UNICEF is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) International Consultancy – Inclusive Education Strategy
2.) International Consultant (Development of Grievance Redress Mechanism App)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) International Consultancy – Inclusive Education Strategy

International Consultancy – Inclusive Education Strategy, Freetown, Sierra Leone

Job no: 570728

Position type: Consultant

Location: Sierra Leone

Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal

School/Unit: Sierra Leone

Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Categories: Education

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

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

And we never give up.

For every child, a future.

Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here

How can you make a difference?

Purpose and Objectives:

The purpose of this consultancy is to develop UNICEF Sierra Leone inclusive education strategy to address gender, equality, disability, and social inclusion in education. Through a cross-sectoral approach, the consultant will work in close collaboration with UNICEF Sierra Leone Education section and relevant national stakeholders, particularly the MBSSE, the Ministry of Social Welfare (MoSW), the Ministry of Health (MoH) and National Commission for Person with Disability (NCPD).

The objectives of this assignment are:

•  Develop UNICEF inclusive education strategy comprehensive of perspectives on gender, equity, disability, and social inclusion, an actionable road map and a costed operational plan.
•  Develop the capacity of UNICEF education staff (including staff from other sections, as needed) and the MBSSE officials to address gender, equality, disability, and social inclusion in education.
•  Build the momentum for enhancing implementation of sector inclusive education policy.

Methodology and Technical Approach:

Through remote and face-to-face consultations/workshops with and trainings to UNICEF education staff and relevant MDAs officials the consultant will deliver the tasks listed below.

Specific Tasks:

Under objective 1 the specific tasks are:

•  Conduct a Gender, Equity, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) study of the UNICEF education programme and the MBSSE education plan through desk review, consultations with UNICEF staff and relevant MDAs officials as well as field visits to conduct focus group discussion with children and parents.
•  Building on findings and recommendations from the study, to develop UNICEF inclusive education strategy, road map and costed work plan. The strategy should include a mapping of the stakeholders with whom UNICEF could collaborate to implement the strategy.

Under objective 2 the specific tasks are:

•  Assess capacity and gaps among UNICEF education staff and MBSSE officials on addressing gender, equality, disability, and social inclusion in education.
•  Develop training modules based on the skill gaps identified.
•  Conduct at least two capacity building trainings for UNICEF staff and MBSSE officials on addressing gender equality, disability, and inclusion in education.

Under objective 3 the specific tasks are:

•  Based on the findings from the GEDSI study and the UNICEF inclusive strategy to develop a policy brief on inclusive education.
•  Develop an advocacy and communication plan in alignment with the inclusive education strategy.
•  Organize and deliver a one-day seminar on inclusive education in Freetown to launch the GEDSI study of the MBSSE education plan and share its key findings and recommendations with key stakeholders.

Please see attached ToR for detailed information. ToR Consultancy Inclusive Education.pdf

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

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•  An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Sociology, Social Sciences, Education, Gender, Psychology *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
•  At least 8 years of demonstrated experience in:
•  Working with and advocating for GEDSI issues in education.
•  Proven experience and expertise in gender, inclusive education, policy, and practice.
•  Demonstrated experience working with Ministries of Education, other relevant ministries, and development partners.
•  Proven experience in developing GEDSI strategies, inclusive education strategies, and interventions in the education field, including M&E of the same.
•  Proven experience in developing policy brief and advocacy plan on inclusive education.
•  Proven experience in conducting capacity building trainings on addressing gender equality, disability, and inclusion in education.
•  Strong writing and analytical skills.
•  Proven ability to work with a team of experts and stakeholders, including government and non-government bodies.
•  Previous relevant work experience in Africa contexts will be well regarded.
•  Experience in working with UNICEF, other UN agency or regional organization preferred.
•  Excellent spoken and written English language skills.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

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

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.

Advertised: Mar 27 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

Application close: Apr 07 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

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2.) International Consultant (Development of Grievance Redress Mechanism App)

International Consultant (Development of Grievance Redress Mechanism App), Freetown, Sierra Leone, 50 days over 3 months

Job no: 570615

Position type: Consultant

Location: Sierra Leone

Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal

School/Unit: Sierra Leone

Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Categories: Social Policy, Research, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation

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

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

And we never give up.

For every child, a champion

Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here

How can you make a difference?

The Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL) is currently implementing several social protection (SP) programmes. The World Bank-financed Social Safety Net Project (SSNP) provides support to the GoSL in its efforts to build a Social Protection system and to provide timely income support to an increased number of poor households via a consolidated approach. The Project also finances measures to prevent corruption and to establish an independent grievance redress mechanism (GRM) as a channel for beneficiaries and other stakeholders to raise grievances, complaints, or corruption reports about the project. This consultancy is aimed to develop a mobile app to interface with the web-based grievance redress system to manage the grievance resolution workflow.

Objectives and Purpose of the Consultancy

•  Develop a cross-platform Windows, iOS and Android mobile application to facilitate grievance submission, tracking, and resolution.
•  Provide users with an intuitive interface for submitting grievances, attaching relevant documents or media if necessary.
•  Enable real-time tracking of grievance status and progress.
•  Implement mechanisms for administrators to manage grievances, assign tasks, and communicate with stakeholders.
•  Ensure data security and privacy in accordance with relevant regulations.
•  Release application in the App Stores

Scope of Work:

The consultancy covers the following areas of responsibility:

•  Conduct requirements gathering and analysis to understand stakeholder needs and preferences.
•  Design user interfaces (UI) and user experience (UX) prototypes for the mobile application.
•  Develop the mobile application, including front-end and back-end components. eIKXxvI C0zk14
•  Implement features for user authentication, role-based access control, and data encryption.
•  Integrate notification systems to keep users informed about the status of their grievances.
•  Conduct testing and debugging to ensure the app functions smoothly across different devices and operating systems.
•  Provide documentation and training materials for end-users and administrators.

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

•  An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in computer sciences, software engineering or related field with eight years of relevant professional experience in software development.
•  Experience and expertise in developing mobile applications, particularly in the area of grievance management.
•  Understanding of the project requirements and ability to meet them within the specified timeline.
•  Direct involvement or significant experience in developing the current web-based grievance redress system or similar systems in the field of social protection or governance.
•  Quality of proposed solution, including UI/UX design, security measures, and scalability.
•  Possesses experience collaborating with development partners, international organizations, or government agencies involved in social protection programs or similar initiatives.
•  Prior experience working in Least Developed Countries (LDCs) or similar contexts, with a proven track record of successfully implementing projects in resource-constrained environments.
•  Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

Please access the full TOR here: VA TOR – Grievances Reporting Mechanism App Consultant.pdf

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

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

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.

Advertised: Mar 26 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

Application close: Apr 08 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

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Jhpiego is recruiting for the following job functions:

1.) National Program Development (NDP) Consultant
2.) Tender Notice for the Supply of IT Equipment

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) National Program Development (NDP) Consultant

Jhpiego is a non-profit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is  saving lives, improving health and transforming futures. We partner with governments,  health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier  future for women and families.

LOCAL BID CONSULTANT Scope of Work (SoW) 

Anticipated Integrated Health (SIHSA) Proposal  

Jhpiego seeks a National Program Development (NDP) Consultant for an upcoming five year U.S. government funded integrated health services project. This project aims to  accelerate reductions in maternal, newborn, and child mortality and morbidity by increasing  the capacity of the Government of Sierra Leone institutions and local organizations to  introduce, deliver, scale up, and sustain the use of evidence-based, quality maternal,  newborn, and child health (MNCH) services, malaria, voluntary family planning (FP), and  reproductive health (RH) care.

CONSULTANCY KEY FOCUS AREAS 

1) Identify and assess strengths and weaknesses of primary competition, confirming  current and new related information.

2) Meet with identified key informants and stakeholders to gather information, opinions  and perspectives on the upcoming bid. (specific to the technical areas)

1. SL MOH
2. Jhpiego SL Staff
3. USAID and other Donors
4. Other INGO’s and local NGOs
5. Other entities as/if needed

3) Gather information and impressions on Jhpiego’s reputation among government and  USAID stakeholders relevant to the bid in order to inform our positioning, partnering,  staffing and proposal themes.

4) Gather information, data and documents needed to fill in Jhpiego’s identified gaps and  better understand the local context.

5) Compile a contact list of individuals and organizations who have been consulted

DELIVERABLES:

▪ Completed Capture Planning Tool

▪ Interviews with key stakeholders documented and follow-up conducted as needed

▪ Strengths and weaknesses of competition documented, suggestions developed  regarding how to distinguish Jhpiego’s offering from competition (partners, staffing,  program and technical strategies)

▪ Report compiling the above

 

Jhpiego offers a highly dynamic and enabling work environment and provides competitive  compensation based on experience and background.

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

Deadline for the submission of applications: March 12th 2024 Please note that given the  likely high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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2.) Tender Notice for the Supply of IT Equipment

TENDER NOTICE FOR THE SUPPLY IT EQUIPMENT

Timeline:

Item Date

1 ITT Published March 04, 2024

2 Closing date for clarifications March 11, 2024

3 Closing date and time for receipt of tenders March 11, 1 PM GMT

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Deadline for Submission

March 12, 1 PM GMT

 

Interested bidders can collect the tender document:

At Jhpiego Office, 1 Sonia Drive, Hill Station (back of City Super Market)

Background

Since its founding in 1973, Jhpiego has been innovating to save the lives of women and families  worldwide, Jhpiego creates and delivers transformative healthcare solutions that save lives. In  partnership with national governments, health experts and local communities, Jhpiego builds  health providers’ skills and develops systems that save lives now and guarantee healthier futures  for women and their families.

Jhpiego through the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and funding  from the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) continue to provide  innovative and evidence-based interventions across 30 high volume sites in 4 high burden  districts of Sierra Leone to meet the UNAIDS 95.95.95 target for HIV epidemic control.

Jhpiego is seeking a vendor to supply the following:

Item Description

Dell Latitude 7420 laptop, 11th Generation Intel Core,

i7-1185G7, 16gb RAM, 500gb SSD or any brand with similar

capabilities

Dell Latitude 7420 laptop, 11th Generation Intel Core,

5-1185G7, 8gb RAM, 500gb SSD or any brand with similar

capabilities

Samsung Galaxy A24, Internal Memory 128gb, RAM 4gb Main

Camera 50mp, f/1.8, Battery Li-Pro 500mAh or any brand with

similar capabilities

Bluetooth Mouse

Dell Monitor (E2221HN) 2, or any brand with f=similar capabilities

Docking Station, (WD22TB4)

Internet Dongles with 3 months Subscription (6mbps)

55” smart TVs

 

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

1.) Health Officer (Supply Chain Management)
2.) Digital Public Goods (DPG) Technical Consultant

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Health Officer (Supply Chain Management)

Health Officer (Supply Chain Management), NO-2, Freetown, Sierra Leone, #127471, [Temporary Appointment] – open only to Sierra Leoneans

Job no: 569139

Position type: Temporary Appointment

Location: Sierra Leone

Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal

School/Unit: Sierra Leone

Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Categories: Health and Nutrition

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

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

And we never give up.

For every child, results

Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here

How can you make a difference?

Purpose for the Job:

The Health Officer (Supply Chain) provides support to the supply chain component of UNICEF Sierra Leone’s Health and Nutrition portfolio including technical assistance for health and nutrition supply chain systems strengthening initiatives. Specifically, the Health Officer provides technical, operational, and administrative assistance for health supply chain to facilitate program development, planning and management, implementation, progress monitoring and reporting of results. Critical duties for the Health Officer include supporting supply planning and supporting tracking and monitoring of orders and deliveries (including quantification and provision of technical specifications of pharmaceutical and medical equipment); supporting distribution activities including coordination with health facilities and site readiness assessment; and end-user monitoring for accountability including rationale use of medicines. The Health Officer (Supply Chain) also assists the Health Specialist (supply chain systems strengthening) in providing technical assistance to the MOH to strengthen key supply chain functions such as forecasting and supply planning, inventory management, warehouse and distribution and use of data for decision-making as per identified needs.

SUMMARY OF KEY FUNCTIONS/ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Support to programme development and planning.

2. Programme management, monitoring, and delivery of results.

3. Technical and operational support to programme implementation.

4. Networking and partnership building.

5. Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building.

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

•  A first-level university degree in one of the following fields is required: pharmacy, health supply chain management/logistics, biological sciences, public health or another relevant technical field.
•  A minimum of two years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: health supply chain management, supply and logistics, public health/nutrition planning and management with supply component, or maternal and neonatal health care with supply chain management.
•  Health supply chain management experience is an advantage.
•  Experience working in a developing country. eCOZvsP C0zl6W
•  Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
•  Experience in emergency preparedness and response is considered as an asset.
•  Fluency in English is required.

Specific Technical Knowledge Required

•  Professional technical knowledge/ expertise in health supply chain systems, including forecasting and supply planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing and distribution, and information management.
•  Good knowledge and understanding of UNICEF programmes, procurement processes, logistics and delivery, monitoring, and evaluation.
•  Good knowledge and experience in using computer software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and corporate software packages.
•  Emergency programme policies, goals, strategies, and approaches.

Please access the full job here: VA ToR – Supply Chain Officer, NO-2 (TA).pdf

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

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

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

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

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

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

Advertised: Jan 23 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

Application close: Feb 06 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

APPLY

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2.) Digital Public Goods (DPG) Technical Consultant

National Consultancy – Digital Public Goods (DPG) Technical Consultant (For Sierra Leone Nationals only)

Job no: 569145

Position type: Consultant

Location: Sierra Leone

Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal

School/Unit: Sierra Leone

Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Categories: Innovation

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

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

And we never give up.

For every child, innovation

Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here

How can you make a difference?

Purpose and objective of the assignment:

As part of Sierra Leone’s role as a co-champion of the DPGA, and to strengthen the existing collaboration between UNICEF and DSTI on DPGs, this assignment aims to: A) Provide product development support to selected DPGs created and/or curated by DSTI (60%).

B) Provide open-source-community management support to the same projects to strengthen local capacity & talent (40%).

The Digital Public Goods (DPG) Technical Consultant reports to the Innovation Specialist for general guidance and direction.

Scope of Work:

Under the general guidance and supervision of the Innovation Specialist, the post has the following key responsibilities including, but are not limited to:

•  Provide product development/programming support to digital public goods such as, OpenG2P, GoSL USSD Services Platform
•  Coordinate the engagement and technical cooperation with the UNICEF Office of Innovation.
•  Support any solution development to be prepared to meet the DPG Standard and to be included in the DPG Registry.
•  Provide technical assistance to each solution as outlined in the description of the assignment below.
•  Provide opensource community management support to digital public goods projects to strengthen local capacity & talent.
•  Work with other UNICEF sections such as Health and Education and support in the delivery of cross programmatic priorities (eg through Hackathon)
•  Identify key open-source community organizations, academia and/or private sector to be engaged in each of the projects
•  Advocate for the adoption of open-source best practices in the development and maintenance of these projects’ software repositories
•  Develop and deploy clear and structured documentation for all project repositories
•  Develop, deploy and manage issue and pull request templates for each of the projects and position these projects overall to welcome external contributions
•  Regularly review and incorporate community contributions functions/accountabilities: eCOZi7b C0zl6W
•  Underpin UNICEF’s role as a convener to enable the scale-up of the DPGA at country level.
•  Maintain collaboration with government of Sierra Leone and identify new opportunities for engaging other stakeholders to contribute to the DPGA for Sierra Leone.
•  Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure the success of the team, as needed.

Please see attached ToR for detailed information: ToR-Consultant-DPG-Innovation-National.pdf

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

•  A university degree in Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related field plus 7 years in a relevant field e.g. software development

Given the bespoke nature of this role and the new and emerging nature of Digital Public Goods relevant experience will be prioritized over specific qualifications. Therefore, a minimum of 3-5 years of experience working in:

•  The social innovation ecosystem engagement, mapping, entrepreneurship support programs, open-source development and working with and mentoring tech entrepreneurs
•  Knowledge of frontier technology, open-source technology and digital public goods are highly valued.
•  Familiarity with Sierra Leone’s developer community organizations/landscape.
•  Experience in programming languages including Java, Python, and Golang and familiarity with different frameworks such as Java/ Spring & Python/ Django are an asset.
•  Previous experience developing projects in the open and the ability to demonstrate an active GitHub or Gitlab profile is an asset.
•  Ability to work with a diverse team in a rapidly changing work environment and adapt to unforeseen changes.
•  Experience working in the social impact space, international development or equivalent.
•  Fluency in English is required, strong written and verbal competency is necessary.
•  Experience working in a developing country required, working in the West African region is considered as an asset

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

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

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.

Advertised: Jan 23 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

Application close: Feb 05 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

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Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MoBSSE)/Teaching Service Commission (TSC) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) National Expert for School Leadership
2.) National Expert for School-Based Continuous Professional Development

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) National Expert for School Leadership

JOB OPPORTUNITY

National Expert for School Leadership (Consultancy)

 

Building on the development of junior and senior secondary schools, the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MoBSSE)/Teaching Service Commission (TSC) through its Leh Wi Lan program, are looking to hire the services of a National Expert for School Leadership

Women are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Through the school leadership course, we will equip school leaders to be professional school leaders who are focused on learning outcomes and take a more inclusive approach to learning and management and have stronger school performance management, monitoring and reporting routines.

 

This role is funded by and contracted through FCDO’s Sierra Leone Secondary Education Improvement Programme 2.

 

Job description
Job title	National Expert for School Leadership Programme (x 4 role)
Fee	Negotiable (Consultancy role)
Time commitment	34 working days over 9 months (January – September) 2024
Location	Within Sierra Leone with regular meeting with TSC and Mott MacDonald
Start date	January 2024
Report to	The role will be overseen by the Deputy Team Lead and the Teaching and Learning Technical Lead of Mott MacDonald
Example duties and responsibilities	Develop learning outcomes and content for two school leadership toolkits. Review existing materials for school leadership programmes, map them to the content design assess their suitability and adapt and develop new materials to create study toolkits for school leaders. Develop materials for Toolkit 1 Introduction to school leadership (workbook and video) Design testing processes for the first toolkit Collect and analyze data and report on lessons learnt. Agree a final structure and mechanisms for the school leadership course. Develop materials for toolkit 2 for the school leadership course. Lead training for the 15 local leaders of learning

 

Candidate profile
Experience	Knowledge and experience of school leadership Experience of developing and designing written and video study materials and guides Training skills and experience Knowledge and experience of coaching processes M and E skills Ability to collect, analyze data, report on findings and make recommendations. Commitment to improving learning outcomes Ability to build relationships and work as part of a team	Qualifications	An advanced degree in Education or Related fields

 

Application requirements
How to submit	By email: mottmac.recruitment@gmail.com
What to submit	Completed application Letter AND Curriculum Vitae. Send your email to  mottmac.recruitment@gmail.com.
Deadline	Applications for must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS   December 31st, 2023
Selection process	Applicants must be available for test and interviews in January 2024
Questions	Please email mottmac.recruitment@gmail.com,  or go to the Mott MacDonald

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2.) National Expert for School-Based Continuous Professional Development

JOB OPPORTUNITY

National Expert for School-Based Continuous Professional Development (Consultancy)

Building on the development of junior and senior secondary schools, the Ministry of Basic and Senior Secondary Education (MoBSSE)/Teaching Service Commission (TSC) through its Leh Wi Lan program, are looking to hire the services of a National Expert for School-Based Continuous Professional Development 

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Women are particularly encouraged to apply. 

To ensure implementation, SB-CPD must have value and credibility for everyone in the education system. The work of this intervention aims to build value and credibility by strengthening systems at national, district and school level.  Aligning SB-CPD structures and processes to the primary CPD framework, supporting MBSSE and TSC to set priorities, ensuring supporting policies are in place and developing the capacity of MBSSE and TSC to manage SB-CPD will support its implementation.

 

This role is funded by and contracted through FCDO’s Sierra Leone Secondary Education Improvement Programme 2.

 

Job description
Job title	National Expert for School-Based Continuous Professional Development (x4)
Fee	Negotiable (Consultancy role)
Time commitment	34 working days over 5 months (Feb – July) 2024
Location	Within Sierra Leone with regular meeting with TSC and Mott MacDonald
Start date	1st Feb 2024
Report to	The role will be overseen by the Deputy Team Lead and the Teaching and Learning Technical Lead of Mott MacDonald
Example duties and responsibilities	Reviewing existing materials for CPD and adapting them Developing guidelines and content for teacher learning circles (digital and print) Guidelines for coaching and mentoring. Review and development of school observation formats and processes Using data to design the final model for School Based CPD

 

Candidate profile
Experience	Knowledge and experience of teaching and learning Designing study modules for teacher learning circles Writing and producing content   – workbooks and digital Training skills and experience  Knowledge of coaching and mentoring processes Ability to build relationships and work as part of a team Ability to analyze data, report on findings and make recommendations.	Qualifications	An advanced degree in Education or Related fields

 

Application requirements
How to submit	By email: mottmac.recruitment@gmail.com
What to submit	Completed application Letter AND Curriculum Vitae. Send your email to  mottmac.recruitment@gmail.com.
Deadline	Applications for must be received by CLOSE OF BUSINESS   December 31st, 2023
Selection process	Applicants must be available for test and interviews in January 2024
Questions	Please email mottmac.recruitment@gmail.com,  or go to the Mott MacDonald

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