GIZ Sierra Leone is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Health Advisor
2.) Driver

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Health Advisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Health Advisor (m/f) for the project “Health System Strengthening and Epidemic Prevention” with a focus on Human Resources for Health in Freetown

 

Project

 

Health Systems Strengthening and Epidemic Prevention (Health Project)

PN: 2021.2292.9-00.100

Organizational Unit

 

1100, West Africa

Duration of Contract

 

15.02.2024 to 31.12.2024 with possibility of prolongation

Salary Band     4T

 

We are seeking for a highly skilled and experienced Health Advisor to join our team to provide expert guidance and support to the project “Health Systems Strengthening and Epidemic Prevention in Sierra Leone III” in the field of human resources for health, focus area 1.

 

The project is commissioned by the Federal Ministry for Economic Development and Cooperation and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. It aims to support the Government of Sierra Leone to better align the health system with the gender-specific health needs of the population focusing on the districts Kailahun, Kambia, and Pujehun. To do so it works in 4 focus areas:

 

Focus area 1 provides technical and process advice to the district health management teams in the respective districts on institutionalised, gender-sensitive surveys of training needs for health personnel (e.g. via iHRIS Train), and on the development of annual gender-responsive training plans at district level, as well as processing of learning experiences for the development of a national training plan and a national rural retention strategy. Additionally, focus area 1 aims to strengthen selected competences of service providers in the health sector in Kailahun, Kambia and Pujehun in a gender-sensitive manner. In line with the needs identified, healthcare providers will be trained in areas of obstetric and neonatal emergency care, digital health, as well as pandemic prevention and One Health. Furthermore, the development of a gender policy, including a policy against sexual harassment in the workplace, will be supported with the involvement of the relevant departments of the Ministry of Health as well as specialists and managers at various levels.

 

The second focus aims to improve emergency maternal and neonatal care by ensuring staff have necessary skills, guidelines are followed, referral systems are in place, and equipment and infrastructure are available.

 

The thirst focus area to improve the quality of health facility through the means of integrated supportive supervision visits and the promotion of community participation and transparency in health service planning and management.

 

Finally, the last focus seeks to strengthen epidemic prevention and response by engaging all One Health actors and ensuring continuous disease surveillance and control.

 

Responsibilities:

• Development and execution of work plans/activities for focus area 1 in in close collaboration with the GIZ Project Director, the project team, Ministry of Health of Sierra Leone, multi-stakeholder partners and other important actors in accordance with GIZ programme outlines
• Support the development of concept notes for focus area 1, together with partners, and support the implementation of them
• Knowledge and innovation management and dissemination of information to target groups, inclusive of workshops, seminars etc.
• Support to results-based monitoring of the project
• Reporting about the status-qua of the implementation and other reports required by GIZ
• Support to processing of enquiries of the commissioner of the project or other relevant Stakeholders
• Preparation and facilitation of presentations as needed
• Facilitate logistical arrangements as the need may arise

 

Tasks:

You will provide technical and process advice to the first focus area in close collaboration with the GIZ Project Director, the project team, selected directorates of the Ministry of Health, the district health management team (DHMTs) in Kailahun, Kambia and Pujehun and other selected partners. This entails technical and process advice

• to the district health management teams regarding an institutionalized, gender-sensitive survey of training needs for health personnel, and for the development of annual gender-responsive training plans at district level, as well as processing the learning experiences for the development of a national training plan and a national Rural Retention Strategy.
• to strengthen digital competencies of health service providers at national and district level as part of the Sierra Leonean Digital Roadmap.
• to the DHMTs on professional group-specific training on women-centred obstetric and neonatal emergency care (EmONC).
• to the DHMTs as well as technical and managerial staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment at district level regarding occupational group-specific training on epidemic prevention with a One Health approach and
• toward the development and implementation of a gender policy, including the policy against sexual harassment at the workplace for the health sector

 

Extensive travel to the project regions (Kambia, Kailahun and Pujehun) of up to 70% of the total working time is required. 

Qualifications:

• University degree (bachelor’s, master’s/doctoral degree or equivalent) in public health, medicine, or nursing/midwifery
• Solid knowledge of human resources for health.

 

Professional Experience:

• At least five years’ professional experience in a similar position.
• Very good knowledge of health service delivery and human resources for health in Sierra Leone.
• Proficient in HRIS (Integrated Human Resource Information System) software
• Knowledge of key stakeholders and government institutions in charge of human resources for health.
• Experience in working with DHMTs.

Other knowledge/skills:

• Excellent management and organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• Experienced in information and communication technologies and computer applications (such as MS Office)
• Excellent in English, both orally and in writing

 

Mode of Application:

Suitable candidates are invited to apply not later than 30th of April 2024 including:

• Cover letter
• CV (including work experience and references)
• photocopies of certificates

have to be submitted in a sealed envelope to: The HR Officer, GIZ Country Office, 32D Wilkinson Road, Freetown, or to the email address  recruitmentsl@giz.de  

Only applicants shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

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2.) Driver

Job Description

 

Salary band 1X –   Support	Driver
Reports to:	Senior Finance Manager
Duty Station	Freetown
Project :	Health system strengthening & Epidemic  Prevention

 

Overview

 

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) to work in cooperation with the Sierra Leonean Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MoHS) together with other partners towards a health system that, including sufficient number of personnel, is better aligned with the needs of the population in selected districts. GIZ is supporting the MoHS in the areas of human resources management, decentralized management of health services (digitalization) as well as Epidemic Prevention with one health approach.

 

• Responsibilities

The driver is responsible for

• safely and responsibly performing all official travel using official vehicles
• regularly servicing and looking after official vehicles
• taking account of all available information on road conditions, accessible routes and locations
• running official errands and
• assisting with other office work

 

The driver performs the following tasks:

• Tasks

• Driving

The driver

• provides passenger transport in an official car for office, project or programme staff, official visitors and guests
• runs errands for the project or office, e.g. sending letters and messages, paying bills and buying smaller quantities of office supplies
• helps with transporting goods
• completes the vehicle log correctly and conscientiously in accordance with GIZ standards

 

• Service

The driver

• cleans the interior and exterior of the vehicle(s) regularly
• checks oil, water, brakes and brake liquid, tyre pressure, battery levels and the entire vehicle, monthly or every 5,000 km (whichever is first), headlights, brakes, bodywork for dents etc.
• is responsible for the project vehicle documents and their good condition, keeping a vehicle log and recording monthly maintenance
• reports need for service and carries out minor repairs
• immediately reports all involvement of the project or office vehicle in accidents, including minor accidents, damage, loss or theft of vehicle fittings

 

• Knowledge management

The driver

• uses all available information (including current radio news on traffic conditions) to update daily knowledge of road conditions, current passable routes and locations, and shares this information with other office drivers

 

• Other duties/additional tasks

The driver

• assists other colleagues as needed in the project, programme or office if there is no travel pending, carries out other office work on request

 

• Required qualifications, competences and experience

Qualifications

• secondary school education
• holds a valid driver’s licence

 

Professional experience

• at least 1-3 years’ work experience as a driver with references
• no major accidents in the past 3 years

 

Other knowledge, additional competences

• discipline and punctuality
• resilience and patience
• familiarity with city, region or districts
• appropriate appearance and attire (possibly uniform, friendly manner with all passengers)
• ensures unrestricted availability of vehicles at all times and reports restrictions immediately
• willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management

 

Mode of Application

 

Suitable applicants are kindly asked to submit their complete application (cover letter, curriculum vitae and references) as hardcopy to GIZ GmbH, Human Resources Department, 32D Wilkinson Road, Freetown (near Comium office) or to the email address  recruitmentsl@giz.de not later than the 30.04.2024.

AVSI is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Driver
2.) Logistic Officer
3.) Admin and Finance Officer

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Driver

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

“Driver – Bo office”

Post AVSI/HR/02/2024

AVSI is a non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO), recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and credited at the United Nations Economic and Social Council. AVSI is an authorized body for the implementation of international cooperation interventions, in Sierra Leone since 1999, with specific skills on the implementation of programs in education, child protection and youth employment. Please, refers to our media channels for further information.

Website: https://www.avsi.org/en/

Facebook: @AVSISierraLeone

With regards to the above and in the framework of the project “Boosting Market Development for Improved and clean Cookstove” – energy and clean cooking sector – funded by EnDev, AVSI is currently seeking to recruit a:

Position: Driver

Number of vacancies: 1

Scope of the position: The driver supports the project team in the execution of their responsibilities and tasks by transport services.

Type of employment: Full time (40 hours per week)– National contract

Duty Station: 100% in Bo with frequent mission to intervention areas.

Department: Operation

Report to: 1) Logistic officer, 2) Operation Manager

 

Summary of the key responsibilities:

• Drive the Project vehicle during assigned official duties;
• Ensuring that the vehicle is regularly cleaned;
• Organizing and co-coordinating transport services for project;
• Ensuring maintenance of project vehicles, reporting and documentation regarding vehicles and transport services;
• Maintaining and filling the logbook of the vehicle;
• Support logistic with filling of registers related to vehicle management
• Ensure proper maintenance of the official vehicle as needed, including car wash, maintenance to garage, technical control.
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor

Required qualifications:

• Possession of minimum WACSEE diploma
• Possess of a valid driving license A minimum of 5 years of professional experience as driver
• Good use of Microsoft office package
• Experience with other international organizations will be considered as an asset

Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills;
• Good writing and reading skills
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy.
• Highly organized and flexible.
• Strong team-building.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their applications containing:

• Updated CV (no more than 3 pages) including a minimum of 2 referees from previous employers (name, designation-email address-contact number);
• Cover letter.
• Driving licence copy
• Police clearance.
• Last certificates attained.

The application can be submitted:

By Hand:

The applications must be addressed in a sealed envelope to the office of the Country Representative of AVSI Sierra Leone, 5g off King Harman Road, New England, Freetown no later than 16^th March 2023 at 4.00 p.m (Western African Time).

Or By email

The applications must be sent through e-mail at the following e-mail address freetown@avsi.org with in subject ‘Application for “post AVSI/01/2020 – project coordinator” no later than 16^th  March 2023 at 4.00 p.m (Western African Time).

Please, note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and background check will be carried out in conformity with AVSI Child Safeguarding Policy.

If you are going to be selected as you are expected to comply and abide with all AVSI policies (e.g. AVSI Child Safeguarding Policy, PSEAH etc.).

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2.) Logistic Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

“Logistic Office – Bo district office”

Post AVSI/HR/03-2024

AVSI is a non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO), recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and credited at the United Nations Economic and Social Council. AVSI is an authorized body for the implementation of international cooperation interventions, in Sierra Leone since 1999, with specific skills on the implementation of programs in education, child protection and youth employment. Please, refers to our media channels for further information.

Website: https://www.avsi.org/en/

Facebook: @AVSISierraLeone

With regards to the above and in the framework of the project “Boosting Market Development for Improved and clean Cookstove” – energy and clean cooking sector – funded by EnDev, AVSI is currently seeking to recruit a:

Position: Logistic officer

Number of vacancies: 1

Scope of the position: The Logistic officer will be responsible for procurement, provision of equipment and logistics support to AVSI Office of Bo.

Type of employment: Full time (40 hours per week)– National contract

Duty Station: Bo – with periodic visit in the capital and area of activities implementation

Department: Operation

Report to: 1) Head of Base, 2) Head of operations

 

 

Summary of the key responsibilities:

1. Oversee procurement processes for timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, collaborating with vendors for contract negotiation.
2. Maintain updated records of inventory levels, deliveries, and transactions, including asset management.
3. Develop and implement asset tracking systems, conducting regular assessments for maintenance needs.
4. Coordinate transportation of goods and materials, optimizing delivery routes for cost efficiency.
5. Manage and coordinate AVSI vehicles, including fuel disbursement and supervision of store activities.
6. Implement inventory management systems, conducting audits to ensure accuracy and prevent shortages.
7. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and maintain accurate documentation for all logistics and procurement activities.
8. Prepare reports on logistics performance, collaborate with departments for seamless coordination, and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
9. Coordinate drivers and office assistants for smooth operations, including immigration-related tasks and any other assigned duties.
10. Liaises between  AVSI Central Office (Freetown) and AVSI field office in Bo on logistics and protocol matters;

Required qualifications:

• Advanced Degree from a recognized university OR its equivalent, in related fields of Logistic
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Procurement, Logistic of operation management
• Knowledge of GIZ and donor procurement rules and regulations is an assets
• Driving license will be considered as an asset

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written);
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy.
• Highly organized and flexible.
• Strong team-building.
• Strong logical reasoning, critical thinking and problem solving;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and use of relevant software and other applications, e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet;

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their applications containing:

• Updated CV (no more than 3 pages) including a minimum of 2 referees from previous employers (name, designation-email address-contact number);
• Cover letter.
• Police clearance.
• Last certificates attained.
• Copy of driving license

The application can be submitted:

By Hand:

The applications must be addressed in a sealed envelope to the office of the Country Representative of AVSI Sierra Leone, 5g off King Harman Road, New England, Freetown no later than 16^th March 2023 at 4.00 p.m (Western African Time).

Or By email

The applications must be sent through e-mail at the following e-mail address freetown@avsi.org with in subject ‘Application for “post AVSI/01/2020 – project coordinator” no later than 16^th  March 2023 at 4.00 p.m (Western African Time).

Please, note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and background check will be carried out in conformity with AVSI Child Safeguarding Policy.

If you are going to be selected as you are expected to comply and abide with all AVSI policies (e.g. AVSI Child Safeguarding Policy, PSEAH etc.).

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3.) Admin and Finance Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

“Project Coordinator – EnDev Project”

Post AVSI/HR/01-2024

AVSI is a non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO), recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and credited at the United Nations Economic and Social Council. AVSI is an authorized body for the implementation of international cooperation interventions, in Sierra Leone since 1999, with specific skills on the implementation of programs in education, child protection and youth employment. Please, refers to our media channels for further information.

Website: https://www.avsi.org/en/

Facebook: @AVSISierraLeone

With regards to the above and in the framework of the project “Boosting Market Development for Improved and clean Cookstove” – energy and clean cooking sector – funded by EnDev, AVSI is currently seeking to recruit a:

Position: Admin and Finance Officer

Number of vacancies: 2

Scope of the position: The Admin and Finance Officer will be responsible for providing administrative, coordination and financial management support.

Type of employment: Full time (40 hours per week)– National contract

Duty Station: Bo – with periodic visit in the capital

Department: Operation

Report to: 1) Head of Base, 2) Head of Operations

 

 

Summary of the key responsibilities:

• Monitor budgets and expenditures and contribute to budget planning and revision;
• Ensure the financial transactions are authorized, recorded, filed with adequate supporting documentation, and maintained;
• Prepare and submit timely and reliable financial updates, reports and statements;
• Support the conduct of financial audits;
• Assist in organizing and participate in work planning and progress reporting meetings;
• Liaises between AVSI Central Office (Freetown) and AVSI field offices in Bo on Admin and financial matters.

 

Required qualifications:

• Advanced Degree from a recognized university OR its equivalent, in related fields: accounting, business and administration, financial management.
• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in administration, finance or operations.
• Knowledge of GIZ grant management principles and procedures will be considered as an asset

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written);
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy.
• Highly organized and flexible.
• Strong team-building.
• Strong logical reasoning, critical thinking and problem solving;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and use of relevant software and other applications, e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet;

How to apply:

Interested candidates should submit their applications containing:

• Updated CV (no more than 3 pages) including a minimum of 2 referees from previous employers (name, designation-email address-contact number);
• Cover letter.
• Police clearance.
• Last certificates attained.

The application can be submitted:

By Hand:

The applications must be addressed in a sealed envelope to the office of the Country Representative of AVSI Sierra Leone, 5g off King Harman Road, New England, Freetown no later than 16^th March 2023 at 4.00 p.m (Western African Time).

Or By email

The applications must be sent through e-mail at the following e-mail address freetown@avsi.org with in subject ‘Application for “post AVSI/01/2020 – project coordinator” no later than 16^th  March 2023 at 4.00 p.m (Western African Time).

Please, note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted, and background check will be carried out in conformity with AVSI Child Safeguarding Policy.

If you are going to be selected as you are expected to comply and abide with all AVSI policies (e.g. AVSI Child Safeguarding Policy, PSEAH etc.).

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

1.) Driver
2.) Accountant
3.) Technical Advisor

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Driver

 

Salary band 1 – Support 1X	Driver
Reports to:	Deputy Implementation Manager
Deputy:	Administrative Specialist
Duty Station	Kenema

 

Overview

The Energizing Development Programme Sierra Leone (hereinafter EnDev) is an energy programme with the objective of increasing access to affordable modern energy services. It is a global initiative in more than 20 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, and Switzerland. EnDev has been active in Sierra Leone since more than 10 years, cooperating 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 b) access to modern cooking systems through energy-efficient cookstoves, sustainable biomass production to avoid deforestation including efficient charcoal production. Moreover, the project has recently been commissioned to implement the “Transformational Energy Use for Sierra Leone – phase 1” (TEUSL-1) on behalf of the European Union and the German BMZ ministry. That project activity has a distinct focus on productive use of (renewable) energy (PUE).

The present position will support the implementation of the TEUSL-project and will be based in the soon to be established regional EnDev office in Kenema.

 

Responsibilities:

The driver is responsible for

• Safely and responsibly performing all official travels using official vehicles
• Regularly servicing and looking after official vehicles
• Taking account of all available information on road conditions, accessible routes, and locations
• Monitoring safety and security situation on the road and coordinating with the security- and risk-management team of GIZ if needed.
• Running official errands and assisting with other office work

 

The driver performs the following tasks:

 

• Tasks

• Driving

The driver

• Provides passenger transport in an official car for office, project or programme staff, official visitors, and guests.
• Runs errands for the project, programme, or office, e.g. sending letters and messages, paying bills, and buying smaller quantities of office supplies.
• Helps with transporting goods.
• Completes the vehicle log correctly and conscientiously in accordance with GIZ standards and follow up with other driver in the project countries.

 

• Service

The driver

• Cleans the interior and exterior of the vehicle(s) regularly.
• Checks oil, water, brakes and brake liquid, tyre pressure, battery levels and the entire vehicle, monthly or every 5,000 km (whichever is first), headlights, brakes, bodywork for dents etc.
• Is responsible for the project vehicle documents and their good condition, keeping a vehicle log and recording monthly maintenance.
• Calculates monthly petrol, oil and lubricant consumption for the daily cash fund and for forwarding monthly vouchers to cost accounting.
• Reports need for service and carries out minor repairs.
• Immediately reports all involvement of the project or office vehicle in accidents, including minor accidents, damage, loss, or theft of vehicle fittings.

 

Knowledge management:

The driver

• Uses all available information (including current radio news on traffic conditions) to update daily knowledge of road conditions, current passable routes, and locations, and shares this information with other office drivers.

 

Other duties/additional tasks:

The driver

• Assists other colleagues as needed in the project, programme, or office if there is no travel pending, carries out other office work on request.
• Monitoring of assigned project vehicles.

 

Required qualifications, competences, and experience:

Qualifications

• Secondary school education
• Holds a valid driver’s licence.

 

Professional experience

• At least 3 years’ work experience as a driver with references
• No major accidents in the past 3 years

 

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Good knowledge in English
• Discipline and punctuality
• Resilience and patience
• Familiarity with all major cities and regions of Sierra Leone
• Appropriate appearance and attire (possibly uniform, friendly manner with all passengers)
• Ensures unrestricted availability of vehicles at all times and reports restrictions immediately.
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.

 

Mode of Application:

 

Suitable candidates are invited to apply not later than 14.02.2024 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.

 

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2.) Accountant

 

Salary band 4 – Professional 4A	Accountant
Reports to:	Deputy Implementation Manager
Deputy:	Financial Specialist
Duty Station	Kenema

 

Overview

The Energizing Development Programme Sierra Leone (hereinafter EnDev) is an energy programme with the objective of increasing access to affordable modern energy services. It is a global initiative in more than 20 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, and Switzerland. EnDev has been active in Sierra Leone since more than 10 years, cooperating 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 b) access to modern cooking systems through energy-efficient cookstoves, sustainable biomass production to avoid deforestation including efficient charcoal production. Moreover, the project has recently been commissioned to implement the “Transformational Energy Use for Sierra Leone – phase 1” (TEUSL-1) on behalf of the European Union and the German BMZ ministry. The present position will support the implementation of the TEUSL project and will be based in the soon to be established regional EnDev office in Kenema.

 

The administrative specialist serves as a liaison between the EnDev Kenema office and the EnDev office in Freetown, as well as the GIZ Country Office in Freetown.

The position comprises the following:

 

Responsibilities:

The Accountant is responsible for

• Providing customer-oriented services by the GIZ office to projects/programmes
• Introducing and disseminating new policies, rules and guidelines etc. relating to administrative procedures
• Coordinating effectively with the finance and administrative teams at the EnDev Freetown office and GIZ Country office
• Ensuring uniform policies that are in line with local legislation.
• Oversee the correct handling of project cashbook.
• Ensure that all documents submitted to the EnDev office in Freetown and the GIZ Country Office are correct and in line with the GIZ standard processes and procedures.

 

The Administrative Specialist performs the following tasks:

 

• Tasks

• Financial services

The Accountant:

• Monitors real accounts (payables, receivables) and reports regularly to the Implementation Manager, and Senior Advisor and or the Head of Finance and Administration -County Office.
• Promote a sense of corporate identity, enable employees to carry out tasks independently and create scope for creativity and innovation.
• Is also responsible in make sure that the administration of the project work is in line with GIZ policy and making ensuring that they provide cost-effective services.
• Ensuring that stock cards are properly kept.
• Oversee the correct handling of logbooks and make sure that fuel consumption is done regularly.

 

Personnel issues (national personnel):

The Accountant

• Ensures that all regional office staff are informed about GIZ’s procedures, P+R and Code of Conduct
• Deals with the options for setting up and implementing a platform for exchanging and communicating information between GIZ Country Office and the Project.

 

Advisory services to Project Manager and the Senior Advisor:

The Accountant

• Applies GIZ P+R in administrative processes in the projects.
• Coordinates contract wording with external service providers (e.g., law firms, freelancers etc.), and monitors cost-effectiveness
• Accepts more comprehensive tasks, e.g., drawing up the office report, collaborating on country planning.
• Assists with the transfer of funds to projects.

 

General tasks:

The Accountant

• Revises and continuously improves processes used by both internal services and projects/programmes.

 

• Other duties/additional tasks

The Accountant

• Reports all problems with financial and administrative matters and compliance without delay.
• Is responsible to help the administrative team with filing in accordance with GIZ rules.
• Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management.

 

Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, business administration or recognized diploma/certificate in economics, law, or similar area

 

Professional experience

• At least 5 years’ professional experience in a comparable position

 

Other knowledge, additional competences:

• Very good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office package)
• Fluent written and oral knowledge of the European language widely used in the country.
• Ability to motivate and support staff.
• Experience and ability to work in an intercultural environment.
• Outstanding office administration, management, and organizational skills
• Outstanding management skills
• Professional experience in a development cooperation project is an asset.
• Very trustworthy and loyal.

 

Mode of Application:

 

Suitable candidates are invited to apply not later than 14.02.2024 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.

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3.) Technical Advisor

Salary band 4 – Professional 4A	Accountant
Reports to:	Deputy Implementation Manager
Deputy:	Financial Specialist
Duty Station	Kenema

 

Overview

The Energizing Development Programme Sierra Leone (hereinafter EnDev) is an energy programme with the objective of increasing access to affordable modern energy services. It is a global initiative in more than 20 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, and Switzerland. EnDev has been active in Sierra Leone since more than 10 years, cooperating 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 b) access to modern cooking systems through energy-efficient cookstoves, sustainable biomass production to avoid deforestation including efficient charcoal production. Moreover, the project has recently been commissioned to implement the “Transformational Energy Use for Sierra Leone – phase 1” (TEUSL-1) on behalf of the European Union and the German BMZ ministry. The present position will support the implementation of the TEUSL project and will be based in the soon to be established regional EnDev office in Kenema.

 

The administrative specialist serves as a liaison between the EnDev Kenema office and the EnDev office in Freetown, as well as the GIZ Country Office in Freetown.

The position comprises the following:

 

Responsibilities:

The Accountant is responsible for

• Providing customer-oriented services by the GIZ office to projects/programmes
• Introducing and disseminating new policies, rules and guidelines etc. relating to administrative procedures
• Coordinating effectively with the finance and administrative teams at the EnDev Freetown office and GIZ Country office
• Ensuring uniform policies that are in line with local legislation.
• Oversee the correct handling of project cashbook.
• Ensure that all documents submitted to the EnDev office in Freetown and the GIZ Country Office are correct and in line with the GIZ standard processes and procedures.

 

The Administrative Specialist performs the following tasks:

 

• Tasks

• Financial services

The Accountant:

• Monitors real accounts (payables, receivables) and reports regularly to the Implementation Manager, and Senior Advisor and or the Head of Finance and Administration -County Office.
• Promote a sense of corporate identity, enable employees to carry out tasks independently and create scope for creativity and innovation.
• Is also responsible in make sure that the administration of the project work is in line with GIZ policy and making ensuring that they provide cost-effective services.
• Ensuring that stock cards are properly kept.
• Oversee the correct handling of logbooks and make sure that fuel consumption is done regularly.

 

Personnel issues (national personnel):

The Accountant

• Ensures that all regional office staff are informed about GIZ’s procedures, P+R and Code of Conduct
• Deals with the options for setting up and implementing a platform for exchanging and communicating information between GIZ Country Office and the Project.

 

Advisory services to Project Manager and the Senior Advisor:

The Accountant

• Applies GIZ P+R in administrative processes in the projects.
• Coordinates contract wording with external service providers (e.g., law firms, freelancers etc.), and monitors cost-effectiveness
• Accepts more comprehensive tasks, e.g., drawing up the office report, collaborating on country planning.
• Assists with the transfer of funds to projects.

 

General tasks:

The Accountant

• Revises and continuously improves processes used by both internal services and projects/programmes.

 

• Other duties/additional tasks

The Accountant

• Reports all problems with financial and administrative matters and compliance without delay.
• Is responsible to help the administrative team with filing in accordance with GIZ rules.
• Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management.

 

Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, business administration or recognized diploma/certificate in economics, law, or similar area

 

Professional experience

• At least 5 years’ professional experience in a comparable position

 

Other knowledge, additional competences:

• Very good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office package)
• Fluent written and oral knowledge of the European language widely used in the country.
• Ability to motivate and support staff.
• Experience and ability to work in an intercultural environment.
• Outstanding office administration, management, and organizational skills
• Outstanding management skills
• Professional experience in a development cooperation project is an asset.
• Very trustworthy and loyal.

 

Mode of Application:

 

Suitable candidates are invited to apply not later than 14.02.2024 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.

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Light Vehicle Driver
2.) Head of Exploration

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Light Vehicle Driver

APPLY

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2.) Head of Exploration

APPLY

JOB VACANCY

The Aberdeen Women’s Centre (AWC) is a Non-Governmental charitable hospital located in Aberdeen, Freetown providing free surgical services to the women of Sierra Leone for correction of disorders arising from protracted labor; we are also providing free maternity services and an outpatient pediatric clinic for children between birth and fifteen years old.

For its operations, AWC is looking for qualified Sierra Leoneans to fill the following position:

Position:       Mechanic/Driver

Job Type:       Full time

No of position:   1

Job Location:     Aberdeen Freetown

Department:       Maintenance

Reports to:       Maintenance Supervisor

Job Overview of the Role

The Successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring functionality and reliability of generators, engines and vehicles. Takes pride in vehicles that are well maintained and operated safely and efficiently.

 

Specific Roles

• Assist the Chief Mechanic with all aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair

• Assist in the monitoring of generator fuel levels, oil changes and regular generator maintenance and repairs as required

• Assist the Chief Mechanic with the sourcing and purchasing of broken/spare parts.

• Assist with other aspects of general maintenance and repair of AWC property and AWC Team House

• Report any safety issues and matters requiring attention to the Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor.

• Keep the Mechanic’s areas/garage clean at all times.

• Any other duties as requested by the Maintenance and Facilities Supervisor or the Management

• Drive vehicles with total awareness and safety, avoiding any damage to AWC vehicles and collisions with pedestrians. other vehicles, and property
• Be available at all times to drive AWC vehicles when required
• Assist in the monitoring of vehicle fuel levels, oil changes and minor maintenance as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of vehicles, inside and out.
• Report any safety issues, accidents, or maintenance requirements promptly to the Maintenance Supervisor
• Must be willing to take screening teams to remote areas of Sierra Leone.

 

Personnel Specifications Required

Essential 

• Intermediate mechanical skills /experience
• Valid drivers’ license
• Good attitude, willingness to work hard and to learn
• Strong attention to detail
• At least one year experience in similar role
• Able to communicate effectively in both Krio and English

 

Desirable

• Ability to establish goals, structures and processes necessary to implement the organisation’s mission and strategic vision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills.

 

How to apply

Applicants should send their CV (max pages) and a one page Cover Letter to the Human Resources and Admin Manager, Aberdeen Women’s Centre via email to awc.recruitment@aberdeenwomenscentre.org with the subject line “Driver” not later than Friday 8th December 2023.

We are an equal opportunities employer”.  Women are strongly encourage to apply.

Position: Driver

Employment type: Full Time

Application ends:  Wednesday, 8th November 2023

Vacancy: One (1)

Location: Freetown

Job Description

Are you a competent, team player, careful, and self-motivated individual? Apply to fill the position of driver to support the smooth movement of our team members and logistics to and from our district interventions most often in remote communities across the country. According to our organization’s organogram, In this position, you will be reporting to the Finance/Administrative Officer at the West Africa Network for Peacebuilding Sierra Leone.

The West Africa Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP) Sierra Leone was established in 1998 and is registered with the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development in Sierra Leone. WANEP-SL is a well-established national network of peacebuilding civil society organizations including women’s groups, youth groups, and religious institutions committed to encouraging, facilitating, and mobilizing local initiatives for peacebuilding, promotion of gender justice, conflict resolutions, and transformation. WANEP-SL is a membership network with over 100 registered organizations across the country with a shared responsibility and interest to prevent conflict and build peace in Sierra Leone.

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

JOB PURPOSE: 

In line with our continuous engagement and the need to promote safety and security within our organization, we are in the process of recruiting one (1), this will enhance the effective and efficient movement of staff, board members, and logistics providing excellent services to our network members and communities where we work.

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:

The WANEP-Sierra Leone driver will be assigned a vehicle, you are expected to and adhere to the organization’s fleet management and travel policy, adhere to all safety regulations and procedures provided by the laws of Sierra Leone. To further recognize electrical and mechanical faults and report promptly, keep the vehicle always clean and tidy while maintaining the vehicle logbook to track passengers, location, travel times, and appropriate fuel usage.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

The candidate must have a BECE result. WASSCE result will be an added advantage.

A valid driving license and driving certificate from any technical institute will be an added advantage.

At least 2 years of driving experience in a reputable organization in Sierra Leone

 

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Honest and transparent in all dealings.

Physical fitness, willingness to drive beyond normal working hours.

Excellent interpersonal skill

Ability to read and write clearly.

Willingness and ability to travel within the country and spend time in the field.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates need to send an application letter, stating the position applied for, attaching an updated CV mentioning academic qualifications, a copy of national ID and/or driver’s license. Application pack should be sent to our secretariat’s email wanep-sierraleone@wanep.org OR hand delivered to our secretariat at 57 Fort Street, Off Circular Road, Freetown. Only completed applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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

1.) Driver (x2)
2.) Credit Officers (x20)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Driver (x2)

Career with BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone Limited

Position:  Driver

Vacancy: Two (2)

Are you a competent, dynamic and self-motivated individual? Apply to fill the position of drivers to support the smooth movement of our team members and logistics to and from our growing nationwide network of branches in 16 districts. In this position you will be reporting to the Administrative Officer.

 

BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone (SL) Limited (BMSLL) was launched in 2008, and has grown to become the largest microfinance institution in the country. Our mission is to provide a range of financial services responsibly to people at the bottom of the pyramid. We particularly focus on women living in poverty in rural and hard-to-reach areas, to create self-employment opportunities, build financial resilience, and promote women’s entrepreneurial spirit by empowering them economically.

Our core products include a group-based microloan provided exclusively to women, and small enterprise loans for entrepreneurs seeking to expand their businesses. We also provide loans for jobholders with low to moderate income.

In all our endeavors, we adhere to the Universal Standards for Social Performance Management and the Client Protection Principles, placing clients’ well-being at the center of everything we do to achieve our social mission.

 

JOB PURPOSE: 

In line with our strategic priority for 2024 which is to scale up growth both vertical and horizontal.

Management has approved the recruitment of two (2) drivers, this will enhance the effective and efficient movement of staff and logistics thus providing excellent services to communities where we work.




MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:

As a driver you will be assigned to vehicles, you are expected to observed BMSLL fleet management policy, adhere to all safety regulations and procedures. Recognize electrical and mechanical faults and report promptly, keep vehicle always clean and tidy while maintaining vehicle logbook.

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• The candidate must have WASSCE result

 

• A valid driving license and driving certificate from any technical institute will be an added advantage.

 

• At least 3 years driving experience in a reputable organisation

 

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

• Honest and transparent in all dealings.

 

• Physical fitness, willingness to drive beyond normal working hours

 

• Excellent interpersonal skill

 

• Ability to read and write clearly

 

• Willingness and ability to travel within the country and spend time in the field.

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

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

 

JOB LOCATION: Country Office, Freetown with travelling to different part of the country.

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

Interested candidates need to send a signed application letter, citing the position being applied for, attaching an updated CV mentioning academic qualification, educational grades, copy of national ID and or birth certificate or passport. The application pack should be sent to our email recruitment.sierraleone@brac.net, OR hand delivered to our country offices 2 Samuel Bannister Drive, Wilberforce, Freetown.

 

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

 

Application deadline: 10th November, 2023

 

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

 

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

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2.) Credit Officers (x20)

Career with BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone Limited

Position:  Credit Officers

Vacancy: Twenty (20)

Are you a competent, dynamic and self-motivated individual? Apply to fill for the position of credit officers in our growing nationwide network of branches as indicated below. We encourage applications from these locations. In this position you will be reporting to the Branch Manager.

 

BRAC Microfinance Sierra Leone (SL) Limited (BMSLL) was launched in 2008, and has grown to become the largest microfinance institution in the country. Our mission is to provide a range of financial services responsibly to people at the bottom of the pyramid. We particularly focus on women living in poverty in rural and hard-to-reach areas, to create self-employment opportunities, build financial resilience, and promote women’s entrepreneurial spirit by empowering them economically.

Our core products include a group-based microloan provided exclusively to women, and small enterprise loans for entrepreneurs seeking to expand their businesses. We also provide loans for jobholders with low to moderate income.

In all our endeavors, we adhere to the Universal Standards for Social Performance Management and the Client Protection Principles, placing clients’ well-being at the center of everything we do to achieve our social mission.

 

JOB PURPOSE: 

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

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITY:

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

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

 

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

 

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Diploma or Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized institution.

 

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:

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

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

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

 

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

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

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

Makeni Region Addresses

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

Freetown Region Addresses

1. Aberdeen Branch Office – 63 Murray Town Road Free Town
2. Kroo Town Branch Office – Dungan Street, Off Campbell Street
3. Dwazack Branch Office – 3A George Brook Dwazark
4. Wilberforce Branch Office – 37 Spur Road Wilberforce
5. Goderich Branch Office – 24 Peninsula Road Levuma Beach Juba Goderich
6. Hill Station Branch Office – 8 Leicester Peak Road Hill Station
7. Fullah Town Branch Office – 71 Kissy road
8. Kissy Bye Pass Branch Office  – 24  Pyke Street Kissy Bye Pass
9. Tagrin Branch Office – 143 Ferry Road, Royema, Lungi
10.  Grass Field Branch Office – 23 Old Railway Line, Brima Lane
11.  Calaba Town Branch Office – 346 Bai Bureh Road Calaba Town
12.  Jui Branch Office – 35 0ff Jui Road, Kossoh Town, Regent Highway

 

Bo Region Addresses

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

 

Waterloo Region Addresses

 

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

 

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

 

Application deadline: 10th November, 2023

 

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

 

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

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:

This role is for  an Office Dispatch Rider to play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and timely delivery of documents, materials, packages, and other items for our office. This position combines responsibilities related to transportation and delivery to support our office operations.

 

Areas of Responsibility

Transportation:

• Safely transport office documents, materials, packages, and other items to designated destinations.
• Ensure compliance with traffic rules and safety regulations while riding.
• Maintain the cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned bike.
• Monitor and report any bike maintenance or repair needs.
• Ensure that all movements are recorded into the dispatch logbook.

Delivery and Communication:

• Verify delivery orders and ensure the accuracy of items to be delivered.
• Communicate effectively with office staff to coordinate deliveries and pickup schedules.
• Provide timely and professional delivery services to external partners and customers.
• Collect and document proof of delivery and obtain necessary signatures.

 

Key Competencies:

This position is designed for a Dispatch Rider who is goal-oriented, proactive, and a valuable team player, possessing outstanding communication skills. We seek an individual who can think innovatively and has the capability to guarantee on-time delivery of customer items through order verification, stock management, and transportation coordination.

 

Some of the key competences include:

• Safe Riding: Proficiency in riding safely and responsibly.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to verify delivery orders accurately.
• Reliability: Punctuality and consistency in delivery schedules.
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and assist colleagues when required.
• Communication: Effective communication skills to coordinate deliveries and provide information.
• Initiative: Proactive approach to ensuring efficient and timely deliveries.

 

Qualification & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a dispatch rider or in a similar role is preferred.
• Familiarity with local routes and traffic regulations.

 

HOW TO APPLY :

You may submit your application via email to ajalloh@idtlabs.xyz

Driver

(National Status)

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT US

International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in Sierra Leone in 1991 during the Civil War and since then has been operational by implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition in the country. Action Against Hunger Sierra Leone Coordination office is based in Freetown, overseeing the current operations in Bonthe and Moyamba.

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as a Driver to transport people and equipment safely, and to ensure the maintenance of the vehicle under his responsibility

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Transport people and equipment under good security conditions:

Activities: 

• When transporting ACTION AGAINST HUNGER employees, respect the country’s circulation rules and follow the logistician’s planning and instructions;
• In case of an accident, immediately get in touch with the closest police station and duly inform the logistics department;
• Follow the instructions of the manufacturer and the ACTION AGAINST HUNGER rules when using the vehicle;
• Keep all personal documents as well as those of the vehicle with you and check that they are valid.
• Contact other organisations and road users to know road conditions before plying the route.
• Make sure items on board are safe and properly packed in the Vehicle before leaving.

Ensure maintenance of the vehicle:

Activities:

• Solve minor technical problems;
• Inform the logistics department of any major repairs to be carried out;
• Carry out daily checks before starting up the motor;
• Keep the vehicle clean;
• Ensure radio or mobile phone communications at all time;
• Note down fuel consumption in the record book in the morning and at the end of the day as well as any information concerning the maintenance of the vehicle;
• Check the security boots.
• Always inform the Logistics Department when the service time is coming nearer.

Prepare Departures to the field:

Activities:

• Inspect and prepare the vehicle the day before departure so as to be on time;
• Prepare additional equipment to be brought along according to needs (fuel, stickers, flags, tools, medical kit, spare tyres fire extinguisher)
• Communicate with the Logistics Department either by radio or by phone, to give information about your current location as you go to your intended destination.

 Gender Action

Activities:

• Works with field teams to ensure access and participation of women, men, girls and boys at risk to Action Against Hunger’s response, recovery and rehabilitation work.
• Supports local stakeholders in organizing and carrying out advocacy and campaign for greater gender equality and equity in social protection programmes.
• Engages with State and local Women’s rights organizations and mobilize collective voice around gender discrimination in the post conflict setting.
• Proactively represent Action Against Hunger and participate in Gender and protection working

Others

• Adherence to the Action Against Hunger Code of Conduct
• Carry out job related duties as assigned
• Timely filling and submission of timesheets

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or School Leaving Certificate or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s Licence – A MUST

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Mechanical skills
• Negotiating ability
• Rigour
• Punctuality
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to work with and support different teams
• Willingness and ability to travel to remote project areas

 

 

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: As soon as possible

DURATION OF CONTRACT: Initial Nine (9) Months Sierra Leonean contract (Renewable)

LOCATION: BONTHE, with frequent travels to Moyamba, Freetown, and other field areas

REMUNERATION:

Monthly Basic Salary:   SLE2,206.42

Monthly Housing and Transport Allowance: 15% of Monthly Basic Salary

Medical Insurance

HOW TO APPLY:

Send Motivation Letter, CV saved in your name – for example (Joe Blue CV) for your CV, and (Joe Blue Motivation Letter) for your motivation letter, with names of three (3) referees by EMAIL, under the Subject  “Driver”  to

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

OR

BY HARD COPY 

IN A SEALED ENVELOP MARKED “APPLICATION FOR THE POSITION OF DRIVER” to:

ACTION AGAINST HUNGER BONTHE OFFICE

13 BACK OF UBC HOSPITAL, GOBA TOWN, MATTRU JONG

ACTION AGAINST HUNGER MOYAMBA OFFICE: 

77 SEMBEHUN ROAD, MOYAMBA.

ACTION AGAINST HUNGER FREETOWN OFFICE

10 SALL DRIVE, COCKLE BAY, OFF ABERDEEN ROAD

Kindly ensure your name is written and you sign at the gate to confirm you have delivered your application package.

Deadline for the receipt of applications is Monday, 23rd October 2023. 

Due to the urgency of this position, applications may be sorted on a rolling basis.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and oral interview.

Please state the position applied for on the subject line of your email.

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Since 1833, we’ve been empowering leaders to accelerate self-sufficiency and prosperity for their communities, businesses, institutions, and countries.

In the 19th century, that meant connecting people and trade by building roads and railways. In the 20th century, it meant building the capacity of national governments to meet their citizens’ needs, managing funds to support service delivery in difficult contexts and delivering world-class humanitarian aid. In the 21st century, we’re continuing that work and investigating the potential of frontier technologies to accelerate the pace of change for our partners.

BACKGROUND

The Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) network aims to determine and track the causes of under-five mortality and stillbirths through epidemiologic surveillance, including reporting within 24 hours, clinical sampling, and use of advanced laboratory testing and diagnostics across a network of international sites. The areas selected for CHAMPS in Sierra Leone is Bombali Sebora and Bombali Siari chiefdoms in Bombali district (population 606,544), and Tikonko and Kakua chiefdoms in Bo district. The site area in Bombali has a population of 161,383 and is mostly urban, including the city of Makeni (population 125,970).

CHAMPS employs the Minimal Invasive Tissue Sampling (MITS) procedure for post-mortem diagnosis. MITS was developed to reduce the uncertainty regarding causes of death. The data collected from the CHAMPS Sierra Leone site will be added to that collected from other sites and will help reduce child deaths in lower- and middle-income countries (LMIC) by providing detailed evidence on the cause of death to influence policy of funders and stakeholders.

The Driver operates and maintains project vehicles to meet the transportation needs of Crown Agents and CHAMPS Project. S/he will provide secure and timely driving services using Crown Agents or CHAMPS vehicles to transport staff, supplies, beneficiaries, samples, and equipment for CHAMPS activities as well as maintaining vehicle safety and cleanliness.

CHAMPS Driver (Based in Makeni – One Position)

This is a 12 months’ position and will be based in Makeni and will report to the Logistics & Operations Manager.

As a driver, you are expected to drive in a safe manner in compliance with all Crown Agents policies and procedures and obeying all local road Traffic Acts; You will ensure that passengers are driven to and from their destination in a safe manner; You will ensure that loads are secured, transported safely and meet with vehicle capacity; You are responsible for vehicle safety and will ensure that the vehicle is parked safely at all times.  If necessary stay with vehicle when parked; You will carry out daily and weekly maintenance checks on vehicles as well as check that vehicles have the standard accessories present i.e. Fire Extinguisher; First Aid kit; Wheel brace, Jack, Basic tools and Spare wheel); You will maintain a clean, tidy and roadworthy condition vehicles; You will ensure that the vehicle movement board is completed before any journey commences; You will fill out the Vehicle Log Book and have it signed for each journey.

Requirements.

Completion of Secondary School is highly desirable. At least five-year prior experience in official or commercial driving.

Thorough knowledge of local traffic laws and traffic patterns. Must be able to monitor and do minor maintenance and check on vehicles. A valid Sierra Leone Driver’s License is required. Must be able to fill logbook and make basic reports as may be required. The ability to communicate in basic English is desirable, excellent driving record and experience in traveling through the base location and other key areas of the country. Previous work experience on a development project is desirable.

Interested candidates can apply by sending their updated curriculum vitae to the Email Address Below: 

sierraleonerecruitment@crownagents.co.uk

The closing date for receiving applications will be 24th October 2023. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.