🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) – U-Report Technical Specialist

UNICEFNational Consultancy: U-Report Technical Specialist (For Sierra Leone Nationals Only)

Job no: 568205

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?

The purpose of this role is to support UNICEF in leveraging this technology to support children and young people in social, behavioral change, legislative and policy, input, monitoring, and data, gathering, rapid communication in emergency context, supporting dissemination of commercial information in agriculture, increasing access to social services for the most ponderable, socializing health education and supporting the governments no corruption policy.

Amplify The Voice of Youth: The primary objective is to channel the collective wisdom and perspectives of young people into the decision and policy-making processes of the Sierra Leonean government across sectors and focusing on issues that adolescents and youth are concerned about. The consultancy aims to project manage the entire process around the collaboration of UNICEF, The United Nations’ Youth Thematic Team with the United Nations’ Youth Advisory Group to leverage cutting-edge UNICEF technologies, including U-Report, EMOJO, and the Internet of Good Things, to amplify the voices of youth in Sierra Leone.

By harnessing the power of U-Report, which allows for real-time data collection and feedback, the consultancy seeks to create a dynamic platform where adolescents and youth can express their concerns and aspirations. EMOJO’s emotional analysis capabilities will help gauge the sentiments behind adolescents and youth’s feedback, providing nuanced insights for more effective policy formulation. Additionally, the Internet of Good Things will serve as a valuable resource hub for showcasing and disseminating vital information and resources to youth.

Ultimately, this collaborative effort strives to accelerate prosperity in Sierra Leone by ensuring that the voices and ideas of its adolescent and youth population are integral to the nation’s governance and development strategies, (linking to ongoing policy discussions across sectors). Through technology-driven engagement, the consultancy aims to foster a more inclusive and responsive decision-making ecosystem, driving positive change and sustainable progress.

Specific Tasks:

UNICEF expects the U-Report specialist to oversee the implementation and management of various innovative digital platforms, including U-Report, YOMA, IoGT, and EMOJO, in Sierra Leone. Under the general guidance and supervision of the Innovation Specialist, the consultant will have the following key functions/accountabilities: Strategic Planning, Coordination & Project Management: Phase 1: Initial Stakeholder Engagement

Phase 2: Gathering Youth Voices

Phase 3: Deep Dive Focus Groups

Phase 4: Amplification through Mobile Journalism

Phase 5: Reporting and Presentation for Policy Review

Phase 6: Feedback and Policy Impact

Phase 7: Managing Multiple Campaigns

Please see attached ToR for details on the assignment and deliverables. UReport Consultant TOR.pdf

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

  •  An advanced university degree in ICT, Technology, Education, or other relevant field or a first degree (Bachelor’s) in a relevant field (such as ICT, Technology, Education, or Youth Innovation) combined with additional 2 years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
  •  A minimum of 5 years working experience in ICT, Technology, Education, or another relevant field.
  •  Experience in working on the planning, rollout, and administration of an IMS or LMS based projects/programmes, is an asset.
  •  Experience in deploying digital platforms, tools and approaches. eBthvDA C0zkIe
  •  Specific experience in real-time, USSD based mobile tech programming tools in Sierra Leone
  •  Experience working with Government is considered as an asset.
  •  Experience in working on the planning, rollout, and administration of an IMS or LMS based projects/programmes, is an asset.
  •  Experience in deploying digital platforms, tools and approaches.
  •  Specific experience in real-time, USSD based mobile tech programming tools in Sierra Leone
  •  Experience working with Government is considered as an asset.
  •  Fluency in English is required, strong written and verbal competency is necessary.

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 18 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

Application close: Jan 28 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Last Mile Health – 2 Positions

Last Mile HealthLast Mile Health is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Chief of Party
2.) Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Director

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Chief of Party

This role was posted on January 17, 2 024. Please note that we will review applications on a rolling basis.

As of March 1, 2022, Last Mile Health is requiring staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 wherever legally allowable and adhere to COVID-19 vaccination requirements to perform core work activities in all locations. To learn more, review our policy .

The Role

At Last Mile Health (LMH), we make bold commitments that inspire innovation. Do you have past experience in successfully directing large international donor-funded projects? If so, you may be our next Chief of Party for the USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services (SIHSA) Activity.

Last Mile Health is seeking a Chief of Party for an expected 5-year, estimated $25-$49 million health systems strengthening (HSS) project in Sierra Leone. The USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Systems Activity (SIHSA) will seek to achieve the following three key objectives: 1) improve the quality of family planning, maternal newborn child and adolescent health, and malaria services sustainably; 2) promote the adoption of crucial health behaviours, and 3) strengthen the stewardship and governance of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, both at central and district levels, so it is better prepared to plan, budget, allocate resources and monitor health programs.

The Chief of Party leads and manages the project and is accountable for project deliverables and results, with full accountability and authority for the development, execution, and monitoring of the project, including vision and technical strategy; project management; documentation and communication; client(s) stakeholder(s) relationships; and coordination and synergy with other Last Mile Health projects. This accountability includes effective contributions to business and resource development activities – including positioning, intelligence gathering, and future proposal development – that contribute to fueling Last Mile Health’s mission.

This position is project-funded, located in Freetown, Sierra Leone, and is open to both Sierra Leonean Nationals and International Candidates. This position will be hired on a fixed-term contract and is contingent upon a successful award.

What You’ll Do Project Results

  •  Oversee implementation of program activities and provide high-quality technical and strategic leadership, managerial oversight, and administration of the project.
  •  Serve as the primary project liaison from LMH to the donor and is accountable for the achievement of results, ensuring quality of services is maintained at the highest standard, and that all project objectives and deliverables are met on time.
  •  Safeguard LMH’s reputation by ensuring that financial, contractual, technical, and political integrity is maintained and strengthened.

Technical Strategy and Vision

  •  In partnership with the Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Director, lead development (or update and adapt as needed) and execute project results framework, performance monitoring plan, technical strategy, MERL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning) plan and annual work plans as per contract/agreement requirements, LMH technical frameworks and standards.
  •  Ensure appropriate and timely documentation and dissemination of key results and deliverables for maximum project impact and business development using a variety of communication strategies and media.

Project and People Management

  •  Ensure effective contract/agreement implementation in strict compliance with contract/agreement clauses, LMH and donor policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  •  Ensure project staffing, structure and reporting relationships are aligned with project needs, local context and available resources.
  •  Manage and mentor the project team as per LMH policies and guidelines and implement an effective performance-management program including regular check-ins, annual appraisals, supportive supervision, rewards, training, coaching and career development support.

Client and other Stakeholder Relationships

  •  Build and maintain strong working relations with key internal and external stakeholders, beneficiaries, prime and subcontractors, suppliers and partners. Provide effective and timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
  •  Identify and keep track of new business opportunities, communicating them to the relevant internal LMH stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

  •  A recognized degree in social or medical science, public health, management, or other relevant areas is required.
  •  At least 10 years of progressively responsible, relevant experience is required with demonstrated leadership and management abilities.
  •  At least 5 years of supervisory experience with teams and fostering collaboration in order to achieve goals, meet milestones, and produce high-quality written qualitative, quantitative, and narrative deliverables. eBnXhgk C0zl6V
  •  Prior experience and success directing similar or larger international donor-funded projects is preferred.
  •  Proven record of aligning diverse, multi-level teams with project mission and vision. Track record of a strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.
  •  Demonstrated strategic planning and visioning skills.
  •  Familiarity with USAID regulations and administrative procedures in the implementation of donor-assisted projects is preferred.
  •  Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with senior-level colleagues, particularly interacting productively, proactively, and comfortably with government agencies, NGOs, private sector groups, USAID, and donor organizations.
  •  Demonstrated strategic agility, diplomacy, conflict management, team building, written and oral communication, and negotiation skills.
  •  Fluency in English is required.
  •  Local candidates are strongly preferred.

You’ll Impress Us If

  •  You have a strong commitment to advancing locally-led and locally-owned programs and solutions.
  •  You can manage multiple projects across different teams, cultural contexts, time zones, work habits, etc.
  •  You are an effective process manager (develops processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient workflow; can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can’t; can simplify complex processes; gets more out of fewer resources)
  •  You possess the ability to work as a team with program staff at all levels without holding any direct line management authority
  •  You can work independently and proactively develop solutions with limited guidance and direction
  •  You are mission-driven with a commitment to health, social justice and gender equity
  •  You have strong communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills; the ability to interface with diverse stakeholders in a range of multidisciplinary settings

Compensation information

At Last Mile Health, we strive to reward our employees equitably and transparently. This means that we pay our employees based on a clear and consistent methodology and without regard to identity or personal relationships. We have made this model fully transparent so that everyone has access to all information related to compensation. We hope this helps you better understand Last Mile Health’s values and commitments to our employees. We look forward to answering any questions you may have during the hiring process.

Before applying to this role, please take a moment to learn more about our approach to compensation and how compensation works in each of the countries where we operate. Please find the link to our compensation model and benefits overview below: OVERVIEW OF LAST MILE HEALTH’S COMPENSATION MODEL

Compensation for this position: The Band for this position: SLB-6

The salary range for this role is $122,000 to $160,017 USD depending upon experience doing an equivalent role. Please note that the compensation is subject to statutory taxes.

Benefits for this role will be within and in accordance with USAID salary bands, allowables and parameters. Specifics of this will be transparently communicated to candidates who are shortlisted for this role and in line with our compensation policies.

About Last Mile Health

Last Mile Health partners with governments to design, scale, strengthen, and sustain high-quality community health systems, which empower teams of community and frontline health workers to bring life-saving primary healthcare to the world’s most remote communities. LMH is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.lastmilehealth.org .

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at LMH. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

2.) Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Director

This role was posted on January 17, 2024. Please note that we will review applications on a rolling basis.

As of March 1, 2022, Last Mile Health is requiring staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 wherever legally allowable and adhere to COVID-19 vaccination requirements to perform core work activities in all locations. To learn more, review our policy .

The Role

At Last Mile Health, we make bold commitments that inspire innovation. Do you have demonstrated experience as a Technical or Project Director for large, complex donor-funded international development programs? If so, you may be our next Technical Director for the USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services (SIHSA) Activity.

Last Mile Health is seeking a Deputy Chief of Party/Technical Director (DCoP/TD) for an expected 5-year, estimated $25-$49 million health systems strengthening (HSS) project in Sierra Leone. The USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Systems Activity (SIHSA) will seek to achieve three key objectives: 1) improve the quality of family planning, maternal newborn child and adolescent health, and malaria services sustainably; 2) promote the adoption of crucial health behaviours, and 3) strengthen the stewardship and governance of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, both at central and district levels, so it is better prepared to plan, budget, allocate resources and monitor health programs.

The DCoP/TD will have both technical and administrative responsibilities. Technical responsibilities include the ability to generally understand the range of the project’s technical activities, the performance of senior and mid-level staff overseeing those activities, and the ability to assess the technical performance of the project and staff. Administrative responsibilities include routine liaising with the client, management of staff, overseeing of project budgets, and overall planning and management of the project.

This position is project-funded, located in Freetown, Sierra Leone, and is open to both Sierra Leonean Nationals and International Candidates. This position will be hired on a fixed-term contract and is contingent upon a successful award.

What You’ll Do

  •  Provide strategic direction and leadership for the project, working with the client and a range of stakeholders, such as the Ministry of Health, in-country implementing partners, and global experts.
  •  Serve as the primary point of contact with the client on activity planning and implementation, negotiating budgets, and ensuring award compliance
  •  Facilitate the development of efficient systems for program performance; refine and document processes to ensure disciplined, measurable results against program targets.
  •  Manage project partnership relationships and technical and administrative staff.
  •  Mentor a talented team of professionals to ensure a common technical vision for the project that aligns with USAID’s strategic priorities.
  •  Represent the project at outside meetings, conferences, and other events.

What You’ll Bring

  •  Advanced degree in maternal, newborn, child health and nutrition, public health, health systems, international development, or related degree.
  •  Expert understanding of the challenges and opportunities present within Sierra Leone’s health system, including national health system strengthening priorities, health financing strategies, and knowledge of malaria, MNCH and health governance in the country.
  •  At least 10 years of experience working on international projects related to global health.
  •  At least 5 years of experience as Technical Director for large, complex donor-funded international development programs, preferably with USAID
  •  At least 10 years of demonstrated ability to foster partnerships with multiple internal and external partners, subject matter experts, and vendors to help plan work, develop capacity, and ensure timely and effective project delivery. eBnXpAs C0zl6V
  •  At least 10 years of demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country governments and international organizations (including senior government officials), and U.S. Government agencies
  •  Demonstrated capability of managing similar projects in Sierra Leone.
  •  Strong commitment to advancing locally-led and locally-owned programs and solutions.
  •  Experience with USAID project management, agency policies, and regulations
  •  Impressive communication, writing, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work successfully in teams and with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
  •  Proven success as a people leader, including experience managing large projects with many staff members.
  •  Demonstrated ability to manage staff within decentralized branch/field offices.
  •  Strong organizational, interpersonal and management skills.
  •  Fluency in English language

You’ll Impress Us If

  •  You can manage multiple projects across different teams, cultural contexts and time zones.
  •  You have experience serving as an effective process manager (develops processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into the efficient workflow; can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can’t; can simplify complex processes; gets more out of fewer resources)
  •  Mission-driven with a commitment to health, social justice and gender equity
  •  Strong communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills; ability to interface with diverse stakeholders in a range of multidisciplinary settings

Compensation information

At Last Mile Health, we strive to reward our employees equitably and transparently. This means that we pay our employees based on a clear and consistent methodology and without regard to identity or personal relationships. We have made this model fully transparent so that everyone has access to all information related to compensation. We hope this helps you better understand Last Mile Health’s values and commitments to our employees. We look forward to answering any questions you may have during the hiring process.

Before applying to this role, please take a moment to learn more about our approach to compensation and how compensation works in each of the countries where we operate. Please find the link to our compensation model and benefits overview below: OVERVIEW OF LAST MILE HEALTH’S COMPENSATION MODEL

Compensation for this position: The Band for this position: SLB-5

The salary range for this role is $90,966 to $118,531 USD dependent upon experience doing an equivalent role. Please note that the compensation is subject to statutory taxes.

Benefits for this role will be within and in accordance with USAID salary bands, allowables and parameters. Specifics of this will be transparently communicated to candidates who are shortlisted for this role and in line with our compensation policies.

About Last Mile Health

Last Mile Health partners with governments to design, scale, strengthen, and sustain high-quality community health systems, which empower teams of community and frontline health workers to bring life-saving primary healthcare to the world’s most remote communities. LMH is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.lastmilehealth.org .

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at LMH. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ World Health Organization (WHO) – Technical Officer (Laboratory)

World Health Organization (WHO)Technical Officer (Laboratory)

( 2400360 )

Grade : P4

Contractual Arrangement : Temporary appointment under Staff Rule 420.4

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

Job Posting: Jan 16, 2024, 1:52:56 PM

To provide technical support to the WHO Sierra Leone, specifically, Universal Health Coverage

Life Course, Universal Health Coverage Communicable and Non-communicable Diseases, and,

Emergency Preparedness and Response clusters in laboratory and diagnostic-related areas

Objectives of the Programme and of the immediate Strategic Objective

The overall objective of the Laboratory Unit of WHO Sierra Leone is to contribute to attainment of

Universal Health Coverage and better protection against public health emergencies and their effects;

through improved availability of quality essential health care and public health services; by

providing technical guidance and support to the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, partners as well

as WHO counterparts, in laboratory and diagnostics

Organizational context (Describe the individual role of incumbent within the team, focusing on

work environment within and outside the organization)

The incumbent together with other technical expert groups provides technical guidance to the

Ministry of Health and Sanitation towards the attainment of a resilient health system which is

capable to attain Universal Health Coverage, and to manage health emergencies as they arise, and

promote overall health and wellbeing of the people of Sierra Leone

Summary of Assigned Duties (Describe what the incumbent must do to achieve main

objectives; include main achievements expected)

Under the general guidance of the WHO Country Representative in Sierra Leone and the direct

supervision of the Universal Health Coverage Life Course (UHC-LC) Cluster Lead, the incumbent

will perform the following functions:

  •  Provide authoritative guidance and technical support to national laboratory counterparts, the

WHO country office, and international partners in the provision of essential laboratory

diagnostics as stipulated in the Essential Package for Health Services (EPHS) and diagnosis of

priority diseases of public health importance under the Integrated Disease Surveillance and

Response (IDSR) strategy

  •  Play a leading role in the development of a laboratory system that contributes to national

capacity to respond to public health threats including antimicrobial resistance prevention,

control and surveillance

  •  Play a leading role in strengthening national coordination of laboratory services among

authorities and partners, which include the Laboratory Diagnostics and Blood Services in

laboratory support and between programmes within the health sector related to laboratories for

diagnostics, blood safety and public health surveillance

  •  Coordinate laboratory activities and partners supporting outbreak response and laboratory

systems strengthening, building consensus, and enabling effective communication between

laboratories, Ministry of Health counterparts and national and international partners

  •  Facilitate the development of policy and guidance documents for the national laboratory system
  •  Provide technical guidance and support to the Ministry of Health and Sanitation in achieving

IHR core capacities, in particular those related to laboratories, in line with the National Action

Plan for Health Security (NAPHS)

  •  Organize laboratory trainings to build capacity in identified areas of need, in coordination with

other WHO offi

To provide technical support to the WHO Sierra Leone, specifically, Universal Health Coverage

Life Course, Universal Health Coverage Communicable and Non-communicable Diseases, and,

Emergency Preparedness and Response clusters in laboratory and diagnostic-related areas

Objectives of the Programme and of the immediate Strategic Objective

The overall objective of the Laboratory Unit of WHO Sierra Leone is to contribute to attainment of

Universal Health Coverage and better protection against public health emergencies and their effects;

through improved availability of quality essential health care and public health services; by

providing technical guidance and support to the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, partners as well

as WHO counterparts, in laboratory and diagnostics

Organizational context (Describe the individual role of incumbent within the team, focusing on

work environment within and outside the organization)

The incumbent together with other technical expert groups provides technical guidance to the

Ministry of Health and Sanitation towards the attainment of a resilient health system which is

capable to attain Universal Health Coverage, and to manage health emergencies as they arise, and

promote overall health and wellbeing of the people of Sierra Leone

Summary of Assigned Duties (Describe what the incumbent must do to achieve main

objectives; include main achievements expected)

Under the general guidance of the WHO Country Representative in Sierra Leone and the direct

supervision of the Universal Health Coverage Life Course (UHC-LC) Cluster Lead, the incumbent

will perform the following functions:

  •  Provide authoritative guidance and technical support to national laboratory counterparts, the

WHO country office, and international partners in the provision of essential laboratory

diagnostics as stipulated in the Essential Package for Health Services (EPHS) and diagnosis of

priority diseases of public health importance under the Integrated Disease Surveillance and

Response (IDSR) strategy

  •  Play a leading role in the development of a laboratory system that contributes to national

capacity to respond to public health threats including antimicrobial resistance prevention,

control and surveillance

  •  Play a leading role in strengthening national coordination of laboratory services among

authorities and partners, which include the Laboratory Diagnostics and Blood Services in

laboratory support and between programmes within the health sector related to laboratories for

diagnostics, blood safety and public health surveillance

  •  Coordinate laboratory activities and partners supporting outbreak response and laboratory

systems strengthening, building consensus, and enabling effective communication between

laboratories, Ministry of Health counterparts and national and international partners

  •  Facilitate the development of policy and guidance documents for the national laboratory system
  •  Provide technical guidance and support to the Ministry of Health and Sanitation in achieving

IHR core capacities, in particular those related to laboratories, in line with the National Action

Plan for Health Security (NAPHS)

  •  Organize laboratory trainings to build capacity in identified areas of need, in coordination with

other WHO office’s focal points including Laboratory Diagnostic procedures, Biosafety and Biosecurity, Quality Management Systems, Specimen Management and Laboratory Information

management systems

  •  Lead the development, adaptation and review of technical documents and Standard Operating

Procedures for the national laboratory system

  •  Facilitate the timely sharing of data among Global Laboratory and Diagnostics Network

members

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  •  Promote the institution of biosafety, biosecurity, and quality management systems within the

laboratory network

  •  Mobilize effective and efficient emergency health response interventions to infectious disease

outbreaks and support field activities related to outbreak investigations and responses of EIDs

  •  Compile donor proposals and workplans, monitoring and reporting on progress indicators
  •  Develop and implement projects to integrate new testing or diagnostic technologies to improve

diagnostics algorithms

  •  Provide technical guidance and support related to laboratory matters and antimicrobial

resistance, including training and continuing education of laboratory personnel, laboratory

commodity supply and distribution, maintenance of laboratory equipment, laboratory quality

assurance, laboratory safety, and legal and regulatory issues

15. Develop communication and advocacy environment to promote the work of WHO Emerging

and Dangerous Pathogens Laboratory Network (EDPLN) and to the implementation of the

International Health Regulations

RECRUITMENT PROFILE

Competencies

  •  Teamwork
  •  Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
  •  Communication
  •  Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
  •  Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Describe the essential knowledge and the skills specific to the position

  •  Analytical skills, writing skills, good organizational skills. Skills in using quantitative and

qualitative- research methods such as semi directed and focus group interviews. Tact, discretion,

and diplomacy

Education Qualifications: Essential:

  •  Postgraduate degree (master’s level or above) in medical laboratory sciences or related field from a

recognized university

Desirable:

  •  Postgraduate degree (master’s level or above) in medical laboratory sciences or related field with

additional training in areas like Laboratory Leadership or Project Management, strategic planning,

programme development, management, and evaluation

Experience: Essential:

  •  Minimum of seven years’ experience in health laboratory systems planning, management and

evaluation as well as laboratory programme design and implementation including experience at

international level

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Desirable:

  •  Experience of working in microbiology services

Experience in management of large health projects

  •  Experience in international coordination and collaboration

Language: English

Read: Expert knowledge [Yes] Required

Write: Expert knowledge

Speak: Expert knowledge

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

  •  Work requires the use of word processing or other software packages, and standard office

equipment

  •  Work requires the use of word processing facilities to create, edit, format and print

correspondence and documents; spreadsheet and visual presentation software; e-mail and

scheduling software to improve communications both internally and externally; Oracle/Global

Management System (GSM) for administrative matters

ce’s focal points including Laboratory Diagnostic procedures, Biosafety and

Closing date: Tuesday, 30 January 2024

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ ICAP at Columbia University – Teaching Garden Coordinator

ICAPApply now Job no: 497053 Work type: Regular Full-Time Location: Sierra Leone – Port Loko Categories: Technical/Clinical/Quality Improvement/Training

ICAP at Columbia University, a global health leader within the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health in New York City, seeks highly qualified candidates to serve as Teaching Garden Coordinator– Sierra Leone. The incumbent will be responsible to upkeep and maintain the school garden and provide learning activities in the garden and classroom that support the regular school curriculum and standards to maximize education potential. S/He will also coordinate community access to the garden, its resources, and special events or activities associated with the garden.

ICAP seeks highly qualified and experienced candidates to fill the Teaching Coordinator Position by February 2024. The successful candidate will hold a Diploma in Agriculture or environmental science and a minimum of at least 2-3 years of facilitation or teaching experience with children aged 2-10 and demonstrate an ability to work with diverse populations, including youth and adults.

For more details about this job please click here: JD for Teaching Garden Coordinator-Jan 2024.doc

The position is contingent upon availability of grant funding. Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, citizenship, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.”

Advertised: 16 Jan 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

Applications close: 29 Jan 2024 Greenwich Standard Time

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Jhpiego – 4 Positions

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

1.) MEAL Specialist
2.) Technical Specialist (x3)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) MEAL Specialist

Internal/External Vacancy 

Jhpiego is seeking a MEAL Specialist to support management for the newly awarded USAID project expansion.

MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) is part of a suite of innovative awards funded by the U.S.  Agency for International Development (USAID) to holistically improve voluntary family planning (FP) and maternal  and child health (MCH) in partner countries around the world. The project focuses on technical and capacity  development assistance to ministries of health and other country partners to improve health outcomes.

In Sierra Leone, Jhpiego supports the Government of Sierra Leone at the national and district level in capacity building,  and technical assistance to contribute towards improving maternal and newborn health. A significant area of focus for  our work is accelerating and strengthening the technical and operational capacity of local healthcare workers to reduce  maternal and newborn deaths and provide quality services.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: MEAL Specialist (1 Position) 

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone 

Report To: Senior Program Manager 

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Ensuring accountability and working closely with consortium partners
  • Implementing monitoring systems and designing monitoring tools
  • Developing data collection tools and databases for the projects
  • Familiarize with DHIS 2 and monitor project activities output and progress towards anticipated results.
  • Working with data platforms and work with other software applications (SPSS, EPI, etc) in enhancing  quality data visualization
  • Conduct regular monitoring visits to project activities, including those implemented by partners   including planning visits and spot checks.
  • Work with MCGL Technical Specialists at the district level to supervise and collect data on MNH/FP and  other related activities.
  • Should support the team members and MCGL consortium partners in the development of critical learning  events, which will provide the opportunity to examine issues that arise during activity implementation.
  • The MEAL Specialist shall also provide support in ensuring the facilitation of knowledge building and  knowledge sharing in close collaboration with the CKM Officer.
  • Provide quality assurance through the development and implementation of a M&E operational framework.
  • Contribute to writing key project documents (monthly, Quarterly, and annual reports) for donor reporting.
  • Assist in the preparation of ad hoc, monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports.
  • Perform other programmatic, technical, and administrative duties when assigned.
  • Support in archiving M&E guidelines, tools, data files, analysis, files,

Required Qualifications:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Health or a related field
  • Three years of work experience in monitoring and evaluation of health-related projects.
  • Experience working with MOH information systems and personnel is an added benefit.
  • Excellent analytical, oral and report- writing skills
  • Be self-motivated, proactive and have a positive attitude to work requiring minimum supervision
  • Required Knowledge: (functional or technical)
  • Adequate experience in writing reports, and developing concepts.
  • Computer literacy, particularly in the use of MS Office
  • Good analytical, communication and report writing skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage project activities, set priorities, and plan for the successful implementation  of programs.
  • Good interpersonal skills and teamwork
  • Extensive knowledge of the health programs in Sierra Leone
  • Extensive knowledge of MOH core function and systems
  • Excellent understanding of training systems including experience with the facilitation of training
  • Strong background in and knowledge of reproductive health and family planning, supervision, and quality  improvement systems

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

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

The deadline for the submission of applications is 10th January 2024. Given the likely high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

2.) Technical Specialist (x3)

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement 

Overview: 

Jhpiego is seeking a Technical Specialist to support management for the newly awarded USAID project expansion.

MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) is part of a suite of innovative awards funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)  to holistically improve voluntary family planning (FP) and maternal and child health (MCH) in partner countries around the world. The project focuses on technical  and capacity development assistance to ministries of health and other country partners to improve health outcomes.

In Sierra Leone, Jhpiego supports the Government of Sierra Leone at the national and district level in capacity building, and technical assistance to contribute  towards improving maternal and newborn health. A significant area of focus for our work is accelerating and strengthening the technical and operational capacity  of local healthcare workers to reduce maternal and newborn deaths and provide quality services.

Provide quality technical assistance to country programs by facilitating and implementing activities, and supporting country programs with strategic program  guidance, training, and capacity building. Contribute to the development of evidence-based, methodologically sound clinical training materials and standards,  mentoring systems, and other materials needed for program implementation. Ensure that the programs assisted are technically sound, evidence-based, and  responsive to the priorities and needs of the countries and donors.

Provide input to and ensure quality technical approaches are implemented in county programs by working closely with program staff to provide inputs into country  work plans and reports and to review program data and results to inform decision-making and technical strategies.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Technical Specialist (3 Positions) 

Location: Bo, Port Loko, Pujehun 

Report To: Senior Program Manager

Specific responsibilities include:  

  • Support FP/MNH innovations and the development of new products and approaches in FP/MNH including LARC service provision, essential and basic  and/or comprehensive emergency obstetric and newborn care, advancement of program efforts to strengthen MNH service delivery platforms, family  planning integrated into maternal health care (including postpartum and post-abortion care) and quality improvement strategies to support FPMNH care  and other areas.
  • Coordinate the design of implementation research that may promote new initiatives and innovations for future adoption, i.e. in the area of MNH integration. • Work with relevant parties to finalize national quality improvement clinical standards in Family Planning, maternal newborn, child health, and nutrition. • Support training on quality improvement using MoH quality improvement approach.
  • Assess, identify gaps, provide feedback, and report on the status of meeting QI/QA FP/MNH clinical standards. Develop action plans to assist in the  implementation of appropriate measures in healthcare facilities. Provide monitoring, mentoring, and refresher training when necessary.  • Submit regular activity reports on identified gaps, measures implemented, achievements, challenges, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement to the  MoH.
  • Represent USAID Momentum /Jhpiego to donors, partners (including WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA, FIGO, and ICM), and other external stakeholders. Assist  in establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with counterparts and donors to maximize USAID’s MOMENTUM /JHPIEGO’s impact. Engage in  the business development/proposal process by identifying and supporting new opportunities and by contributing to the technical design, writing, and  review of new proposals
  • Actively participate in MNH knowledge management activities by ensuring knowledge sharing and best practices are shared with staff globally, and that  existing knowledge is leveraged in planning, decision-making, and providing technical assistance. Support the documentation of program results in  international conferences and peer-reviewed journals and publications
  • Provide support to the realization of external communication priorities including supporting the development of success stories, blogs, and other program  and technical-related communication materials that demonstrate JHPIEGO’s technical expertise, results, and programming excellence • Any other duty assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience 

  • Bachelor`s degree in health care, or higher or bachelor’s degree in public health, field with 5 years of related experience
  • Prior Experience in designing and implementing similar project.
  • Certification in Project Management will be an added advantage.
  • Experience working in clinical environment.
  • Certification in Clinical Research will be an added advantage.
  • Experience implementing similar programs funded by USAID preferred.
  • Prior experience in management and strategy consulting will be preferred.
  • Experience handling program tasks across project phases (e.g., work plans, reporting)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work proactively, organize and manage own work, and assist others to do the same
  • Experience preparing high-quality reports for donors/funders preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral English language skills,
  • Good communication skills with diverse groups

 

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

The deadline for the submission of applications is 16th January 2024. Given the likely high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be  contacted.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ The Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) – 5 Positions

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) LtdThe Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

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

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Mechanic & Auto Electrician

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Mechanic & Auto Electrician

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

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

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

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

Key Responsibilities: 

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

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

 

Vacancy Announcement 

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

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

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

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

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

2.) Finance & Admin Officer

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Finance & Admin Officer

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

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

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

ROLE PROFILE: 

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

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

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

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

Vacancy Announcement 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

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

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

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

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

Vacancy Announcement 

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

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

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

3.) Driller

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Driller

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

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

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

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

Key Responsibilities: 

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

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

 

Vacancy Announcement 

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

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

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

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

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

4.) Construction Supervisor

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Construction Supervisor

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

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

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

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

Key Responsibilities: 

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

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

 

Vacancy Announcement 

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

 

Vacancy Announcement 

Any other assigned task by the Line Manager

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

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

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

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

5.) Sanitation Marketing Officer

Vacancy Announcement 

Position: Sanitation Marketing Officer

Closing Date: 15th December 2023

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

Contract Duration: 

One year with the possibility of extension.

Job Objective(S): 

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

Key Responsibilities: 

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

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

 

Vacancy Announcement 

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

Desirable Qualifications, skills, and Competencies 

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

 

Vacancy Announcement 

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

Starting date: 

Immediately after interview

Mode of Application 

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

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Jhpiego – 13 Openings

JhpiegoJhpiego is recruiting to fill the following positions:

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

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Grant and Capacity Building Officer (x3)

Job Description

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

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

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Grant and Capacity Building Officer (3 positions) 

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili 

Reports to: Project Lead 

Position Overview: 

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

Responsibilities 

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

Required Qualifications 

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

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences 

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

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

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

2.) Technical Officer (x3)

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement 

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

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

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Technical Officer (3 Positions)

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili

Reports to: District Team Lead

Position Overview: 

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

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

Duties and Responsibilities: 

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

Required Qualifications: 

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences: 

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

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

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

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

3.) Technical Officer (Key Populations)

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement 

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

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

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

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

Job Location: Freetown

Reports to: KP Advisor

Position Overview:

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

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

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

Duties and Responsibilities:

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

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

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

Qualifications and Requirements:

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

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences: 

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes: 

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

⃰Members of Key populations are strongly advised to apply 

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

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

4.) Senior Technical Officer (x3)

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

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

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Senior Technical Officer (3 positions) 

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili 

Reports to: District Team Lead. 

Position Overview:  

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

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

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

Duties and Responsibilities: 

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

December, 2023

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

Required Qualifications: 

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

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences: 

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

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

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

5.) Strategic Information Officer (x3)

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement 

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

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

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Strategic Information Officer (3 positions)

Job Location: Bo, Kenema, Tonkolili

Reports to: District Team Lead and Strategic Information Advisor

Position Overview: 

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

Duties and Responsibilities: 

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

dashboards, as may be required

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

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences: 

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

Required Qualifications: 

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

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

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

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Jhpiego Sierra Leone – Technical Advisor

JhpiegoInternal/External Vacancy Announcement

Overview:

Jhpiego, an affiliate of Johns Hopkins University, has strengthened public health programming for five decades in several countries through evidence-based, quality-focused public health interventions. Jhpiego has worked closely with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, Sierra Leone (MOHS) since 2018 through Momentum Country and Global Leadership Program focusing on Reproductive Maternal Newborn and Child Health and IPC/WASH projects, the US-CDC-funded Global Health Security project, the Health Resources and Services Administration-funded Global Reach II, and the USAID-funded Impact Malaria project

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed many weaknesses in health systems across the globe and raised important issues in health security. USAID has provided support to many countries through the COVID-19 Response Mechanism (C19RM), including Sierra Leone. Three key areas for ongoing support, which were identified by USAID, the Ministry of Health  (MoH), Global Fund, and other partners, are a) Integrated Waste Management (IWM), b) Community Led Services Assessment, (CLSA), and c) Medical Oxygen Ecosystem (MOE).

MOH has an existing National Healthcare Management Policy and Strategy. However, with the advent of COVID-19, the policy and strategy needs to be updated to interventions on the transport, storage, and destruction of Covid-19 and other infectious diseases related medical waste. The Directorate of Environmental Health of the MoH is thus seeking the services of a TA to provide technical assistance in updating the National Medical Waste Management Policy and Strategy to include Covid-19 and other infectious diseases medical waste management, and at the same time develop a detailed work plan and budget for implementation of the updated policy and strategy document among other tasks.

Through C19RM funding from USAID, Jhpiego will recruit a Technical Advisor to provide technical assistance to the MoH Healthcare Waste Management Strategy to include COVID-19 and other infectious diseases, SOPs development, and capacity building

The Technical Advisor will work in close collaboration with the Director of Environmental Health, Program Manager for Waste Management, MoH, the Jhpiego team in Sierra Leone, and representatives from different Jhpiego US departments to support the successful implementation of the project.

The following vacant position is available for immediate filling:

Position: Technical Advisor 

Technical Area: Healthcare Waste Management 

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Specific responsibilities include: 

Technical

  • Work closely with technical partners to guide and support the development of protocols and or standard operating procedures (SOPs) applicable to Sierra Leone’s health system and in line with WHO guidelines and recommendations on medical waste management,
  • Conduct capacity and training needs assessment at national and sub-national levels and map out key existing capacity gaps.
  • Develop a training guide and a hub and spoke mentorship network to cascade training to current and future staff (health care workers and other relevant staff) at national and sub-national levels based on identified capacity gaps.
  • Strengthen HR and institutional capacity from the start of implementation of the updated Policy and Strategy.
  • Identify other opportunities for Global Fund investments in medical waste management in Sierra Leone.
  • Explore innovative and collaborative approaches with non-health system actors on waste management, circular economy of waste, and environmental sustainability.
  • Support high-level leadership engagement in advocacy and awareness creation programs on medical waste management – development of IEC materials, the orientation of health workers
  • Facilitate and coordinate monitoring visits to health facilities on waste management
  • Facilitate Healthcare Waste Management Technical Working Group meetings at periodic intervals in close coordination with key national and sub-national stakeholders.

Program Support and Compliance 

  • Contribute to/draft project documents such as weekly, monthly, quarterly reports and final technical reports
  • Capture insights from stakeholders through engagement: interviews, workshops, field visits
  • Support monitoring of progress on key deliverables and activities outlined in the work plan
  • Support planning and execution of workshops and activities
  • Support timely deliverables of project activities
  • Ensure compliance with Jhpiego and JHU operational policies and regulations
  • Ensure compliance with Donor policies and regulations
  • In coordination with project leadership, provide management support for routine and ad-hoc meetings, including agenda planning and development, and follow-up on key action items, etc.

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Master’s degree or higher in Public health, Environmental engineering or Environmental Health, Waste Management, Sanitation, or a related field with 5 years of related experience
  • Prior Experience in designing and implementing WASH and Medical Waste Management and Sanitation   interventions in resource-constraint settings
  • Experience implementing similar programs funded by USAID preferred
  • Prior experience in management and strategy consulting will be preferred
  • Experience handling program tasks across project phases (e.g., work plans, reporting)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work proactively, organize and manage own work, and assist others to do the same
  • Experience preparing high-quality reports for donors/funders preferred
  • Excellent written and oral English language skills,
  • Good communication skills with diverse groups
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

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

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

The deadline for the submission of applications is 14th December 2023. Given the likely high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

🇸🇱 Massive Recruitment @ Abt Associates – Over 1,000 Positions

Abt Associates is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) M&E Assistants (x37)
2.) Data Entry Clerk (x37)
3.) Logistics Assistant (x2)
4.) Warehouse Assistant (x4)
5.) Site Manager (x23)
6.) IEC Supervisor (x28)
7.) Brigade Supervisor (x64)
8.) IEC Assistants (x218)
9.) Storekeeper (x23)
10.) Team Leader (x191)
11.) Spray Operator (954)
12.) Pump Technician (x46)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) M&E Assistants (x37)

RECRUITMENT NOTICE OF SEASONAL  WORKERS FOR 2024 IRS CAMPAIGN IN BO AND BOMBALI DISTRICTS

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) is supporting Sierra Leone in implementing Indoor residual Spraying since 2021. For the 2024 IRS campaign, PMI through Evolve Project is looking for interested candidates for seasonal workers for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, Site Manager, Brigade Supervisors, M&E Assistants, Data Entry Clerks, IEC Supervisor, IEC Assistants, Team Leaders and Spray Operators.

 

 M&E Assistants

Number required: 16 Bo district & 11 Bombali District

Supervisor: MEL Senior Assistant

Specific duties:

  • Train SOPs, Team Leaders and Brigade Supervisors on data collection using the approved M&E tools
  • Ensure correct use of data collection tools and supervise data collection at operation sites
  • Responsible for overall monitoring of data collection activities in the assigned site
  • Ensure all data are reviewed and verified by Team leaders/Brigade supervisor for their respective teams and reported according to the approved data flow and timelines
  • Identify and report data errors to MEL Senior manager via data collection tool provided
  • Take corrective actions as required for quality improvement at site level
  • Perform data collection verification in project-supported communities as required
  • Ensure timely delivery of data (paper forms) from the field to the data center
  • Submit daily spray progress reports for the assigned operation sites
  • Support site manager to plan and organize daily field supervision
  • Lead data collection process and data quality assurance
  • Reviews data and correct any inconsistencies in daily data forms
  • Make sure all data forms are entered according to defined variables
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior MEL Manager

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

  • Minimum of Diploma in Public Health, Statistics or Social sciences (Students are encouraged to apply)
  • Significant experience in electronic data collection and reporting management
  • Demonstrate competence in assessing priorities, managing activities and meeting deadlines
  • Strong writing, editing, and formatting skills
  • Experience training large groups of people on data collection is bonus
  • Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
  • Practical experience in IRS data collection, analysis, and quality control.

 

 

EXPECTATIONS

  • Spray Operators are trained on spray data recording and reporting
  • DCV is conducted in assigned communities according to DCV schedule
  • Daily Spray Performance is reported to the MEL Senior Manager
  • Spray data forms are dispatched to the data center with without errors
  • Supervise Spray Operators’ data recording in the field

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

 

2.) Data Entry Clerk (x37)

Position: Data Entry Clerk

Number required: 19 Bo district & 12 Bombali District

Supervisor: Database Manager/MEL Senior Manager

Specific duties:

 

  • Reviewing all data on SOP forms for accuracy, completeness; then enter project database
  • Sort and organize paper records following data entry according to project data filing protocols
  • Updating database daily as per the data entry protocols
  • Perform regular and extensive data cleaning
  • Provide feedback to Data Entry Clerk Supervisors on data collection errors
  • Update Data Error and Forms tracker daily
  • Make sure all data forms are entered according to defined variables;
  • Working closely with project Database Manager to correct data entry issues;
  • Syncing the database on daily basis;
  • Maintain database security;
  • Mark and file entered forms in the cabinets or box files;
  • Perform any other duties that may be assigned by MEL Senior Manager

 

Requirements

  • Minimum of Diploma in Computer/ IT Science, Social sciences, statistics, Public Health or related fields (students are encouraged to apply)
  • Must be able to focus for long periods and perform quickly and adequately
  • Must have excellent touch-typing skills
  • Knowledgeable and experienced in data entry and management
  • Good organizational and communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team
  • Experience in the use of DHIS2 preferred
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Previous experience in IRS data entry will be added advantage
  • Must be a resident of Bombali or Bo

 

EXPECTATIONS

  • Data are verified and entered correctly
  • Set daily targets are met as required
  • All data from the field captures defined variables.
  • Data is Synced daily.
  • Data center tracking sheet is updated daily
  • Cleaning is done daily to eliminate discrepancies

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

 

3.) Logistics Assistant (x2)

Position: Logistics Assistant

Number required: 1 Bo district & 1 Bombali District

Supervisor: Logistics Coordinator

Specific duties:

  • Provides logistical support for IRS activities, including spray operations, transport, and distribution of materials to operation site.
  • Assists in managing the inventory, storage and irreparable materials, under the direction of logistics coordinator
  • Works closely with district coordinator to ensure vehicles daily use sheet is completed accurately by drivers.
  • Ensuring regular follow up of the hired project vehicles in the filed plan for any requirement for programme activities in liaison with the district Coordinator and logistics Coordinator.
  • Oversee the collection of used insecticide sachets/bottles and PPEs and ensure sorting and storage at operation stores in collaboration with Environmental Compliance and safety Assistant.
  • Plan and organize daily and weekly projections of logistics needs and movement.
  • Ensure regular restocking of insecticides and other materials is done on time and before stock runs out.
  • Verify completeness, accuracy and authenticate the ledger books at the operations sites stores.

 

Required qualifications:

  • Diploma in Logistics and supply chain management or relevant field.
  • Work experience in inventory control and warehouse/store management is preferred.
  • Possess Basic Knowledge of MS Excel.
  • Must be knowledgeable about the safe handling of insecticides and adherence to basic environmental compliance guidelines.
  • Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
  • Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
  • Being a resident of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
  • Female Storekeepers MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
  • Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.

 

Expectations:

  • Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
  • proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
  • Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
  • Comply with BMP procedures
  • Records daily temperature in the insecticide room
  • Proper organization / layout of the material in store

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

4.) Warehouse Assistant (x4)

Position: Warehouse Assistant

Number required: 2 Central Warehouse 1 Bo district & 1 Bombali District

Supervisor: Warehouse Manager & Logistics Coordinator

Specific duties:

  • Assist in overseeing daily operations of warehouse and maintain proper inventory records system at proper levels.
  • Ensure proper storage and identification of all items in the warehouse.
  • Inspect IRS materials received in the warehouse to verify quality and quantity of items delivered.
  • To keep track of receipts, issues records and withdrawals of all IRS related materials in the Warehouse.
  • Follow up on supply requests from operation site and liaise with the Warehouse Manager and site Manager to monitor progress.
  • Assist warehouse manager to ensure proper material and equipment storage to avoid damages and ensure rotation of short shelf-life items.
  • Assists in updating the logistics database in the warehouse

 

Required qualifications:

  • Diploma in Logistics and supply chain management or relevant field.
  • Work experience in inventory control and warehouse/store management is preferred.
  • Possess Basic Knowledge of MS Excel.
  • Must be knowledgeable about the safe handling of insecticides and adherence to basic environmental compliance guidelines.
  • Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
  • Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
  • Being a resident of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
  • Female Storekeepers MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
  • Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.

 

 

Expectations:

  • Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
  • Ensure proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
  • Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
  • Comply with BMP procedures
  • Records daily temperature in the insecticide room
  • Proper organization / layout of the material in store

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

5.) Site Manager (x23)

Position: Site manager

Number required: 14 Bo district & 9 Bombali District

Supervisor: District Coordinator

Period: April to May 2024

Specific Duties:

  • Coordinate all IRS site activities (morning mobilization of IRS teams and end of the day clean-up of equipment and personnel)
  • Populate Spray Performance Tracker with spray results at the end of each day
  • Lead coordination and planning of next-day movement for IRS teams and mobilizers through evening meetings with IRS site team
  • Compile community-level IRS data at the end of each day to guide next-day movement of IRS teams and mobilizers
  • Responsible for timely dispatch of IRS teams to the communities every morning of the IRS campaign
  • Report ALL incident of side effect related to insecticide to the District Coordinator and environmental Compliance Assistant.
  • Responsible for daily preparation of a soak pit for IRS activities
  • Ensure food for IRS teams is provided on time
  • Ensure water for washing and cleaning is always provided
  • Ensure all IRS equipment is well-functioning daily
  • Ensure environmental compliance and good sanitation at the IRS site at all time
  • Ensure personal protective equipment of personnel is cleaned and washed daily and organized for next day use.
  • Supervise daily distribution of insecticides to spray operators
  • Ensure weekly meetings at site to improve the performance
  • Serve as master trainers for team leaders and spray operators

 

Required qualifications:

  • Minimum academic qualification of a Diploma in any field
  • Ability to manage groups of people and/or tasks under pressure with little or no supervision
  • Previous experience in an IRS operation is preferred but not required
  • Good verbal communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of a local language is an advantage
  • MUST be able to use a mobile phone to perform basic functions such as sending SMS

 

Expectations:

  • Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
  • Ensure proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
  • Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
  • Comply with BMP procedures
  • Team Leader and SOPs forms are completely and accurately filled
  • Ensure to review all data collection forms

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

6.) IEC Supervisor (x28)

Position: IEC Supervisor

Number required: 16 chiefdoms Bo district & 12 chiefdoms Bombali District

Supervisor: District Coordinator

Period: March to May 2024

Specific duties:

  • Coordinate mobilization of all communities in the assigned Chiefdom to increase acceptance of IRS
  • Lead implementation of communication strategies in assigned chiefdom to ensure ALL community-level stakeholders ACCEPT IRS BEFORE the spray campaign
  • Coordinate IRS mass mobilization activities by working closely with the District Coordinator, site managers and community mobilizers in assigned operation sites ensuring coordinate their visits well
  • Liaise with community leadership, district council officials, and respective DHMTs for assistance with community mobilization and IRS sensitization efforts
  • Ensure mobilization and IEC activities are implemented as per the mobilization calendar and spray calendar
  • Manage and work closely with community mobilizers to ensure households in each community are fully prepared and accept IRS
  • Facilitate training, coordinate, and supervise activities of IEC assistant and Mobilizers and all other actors involved in mobilization within assigned chiefdom during the implementation of IRS.
  • Take photos of IRS mass mobilization activities daily
  • Submit daily progress reports on (mobilization activities, challenges experienced lessons learned, and successes) and submit to IEC coordinator and district coordinator
  • Ensure all operation sites are well branded with IRS banners and other IEC materials
  • Work with site manager and other field staff to orientate community mobilizers on their roles and responsibilities
  • Ensure community mobilizers have functioning megaphones to carry out their activities
  • Monitor and report on IRS radio discussion programs and Jingles
  • MUST collect and report community mobilization data for communities visited after each community meeting using the recommended electronic tools and mobilization forms prior to the start of the IRS campaign

 

Required qualifications:

  • Diploma in communication, community development, public health, social science, or related discipline.
  • Training in participatory approaches and community mobilization is preferable.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability to write news stories and take good photos.
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
  • Proficiency in English and ability to speak the common local language in Bo and Bombali districts.
  • Very good knowledge of the geographical setup of the targeted Chiefdom and must be residents of the targeted Chiefdom.

 

Expectation:

  • Increase in IRS acceptance in the targeted communities/villages.
  • IRS-targeted villages have been visited at least once before and during the IRS campaign.
  • Community mobilization forms are properly filled in for all targeted villages and submitted to the M&E team.
  • IEC Assistants are well supervised and ensure they are performing their tasks accordingly.
  • Attendance sheet signed daily at the operational sites.

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

7.) Brigade Supervisor (x64)

Position: Brigade Supervisor

Number required: 37 Bo district & 27 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site manager and District Coordinator

Period: April to May 2024

Specific duties:

  • Supervise IRS teams to ensure spray quality according to best IRS practices
  • Ensure that all spray operators and team leaders comply with the best IRS practices
  • Ensure spraying is done according to environmental, health and safety standards
  • While in the field, work with communities on IRS procedures, help in the house preparation, during spraying.
  • Supervise attendance and also enforce robust community awareness about the benefit of spraying and all necessary preparations required for safer spraying
  • Supervise performance of IEC Mobilizers
  • Report ALL incident of side effect related to insecticide to the Site manager and environmental Compliance Assistant.
  • Assist IRS teams in the field if any operational or performance problems arise
  • Participate in planning of next-day IRS team movements led by a site manager
  • Develop and monitor teams’ weekly logistics and supplies and report to site managers (i.e. spray pumps, pump parts, flashlight and transportation schedule etc.)
  • Serve as master trainers for team leaders and spray operators
  • Review and verify SOP and team leader forms before dispatching to the data centers

 

 

Required qualifications:

  • Minimum academic qualification of a Diploma in any field
  • Ability to manage groups of people and/or tasks under pressure with little or no supervision
  • Previous experience in an IRS operation is preferred but not required
  • Good verbal communication skills in English
  • Knowledge of a local language is an advantage
  • MUST be able to use a mobile phone to perform basic functions such as sending SMS

 

Expectations:

  • Ensure teams are supervised in the field
  • Team Leader and SOPs forms are completely and accurately filled
  • Ensure to review all data collection forms
  • All communities/Villages are well mobilized before the arrival of the spray team

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

8.) IEC Assistants (x218)

Position: IEC Assistants

Location: Bo  (135) Bombali (83)

Supervisor: IEC Supervisor

Period: March – May 2023

Specific Duties:

  • Assist in promoting the IRS activities in the community,
  • Coordinating IEC public relation activities
  • Ensure proper distribution of IEC materials at village levels
  • Assist in organizing mobilization campaigns for IRS activities in collaboration with PHUs and local authorities
  • Facilitate coordination and trainings for community mobilizers at village level,
  • Assist in supervising and monitoring of Mobilization and IRS interventions in the field
  • Distribute IEC materials mobilizers for door-to-door mobilization,
  • Lead and supervise IRS activities as agreed with District coordinator,
  • Document all mobilization activities and share results with the IRS team

 

 

Required qualifications:

  • Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in any of these languages is compulsory (Mende, Krio, Limba and Theme)
  • Willingness and flexibility to travel to difficult locations/communities and working long hours
  • Previous knowledge of IRS will be added advantage
  • WASCCE/GCE O Level
  • Must be a resident of the work communities.
  • MUST have a valid identification card.
  • Working as a Community Health Worker in the catchment area of the PHU is an added advantage

 

Expectation:

  • All communities/Villages are well mobilized before the arrival of the spray team.
  • High acceptance of IR in the targeted communities/Villages.
  • Community mobilization forms filled out properly for all visited communities/villages.
  • IEC Community Mobilizers are well supervised.

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

9.) Storekeeper (x23)

Position: Storekeeper

Number required: 14 Bo District & 9 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

  • Keep and update stock cards, ledger book for each item in the operation site store
  • Stick barcode serial numbers on insecticide bottles/sachets and scan the barcode for each of the insecticide bottles or sachets you are giving out to the Team Leader,
  • Submit weekly situational report on the operation site store
  • Take care of the cleanliness and the good maintenance of the operation site store
  • Oversee daily store operations and maintain stocks according to prescribed inventory system
  • Ensure proper storage and identification of all IRS materials,
  • Keep track of receipts, records and withdrawals of all IRS materials in the operation site store
  • Ensure timely replenishment of needed supplies in consultation with the Logistics Assistant and Warehouse manager,
  • Collaborate with district coordinator and site manager in facilitating training programs for IRS spray operators, washers, pump cleaners and guards at operation site.

 

Required qualifications:

  • Diploma in Logistics and supply chain management or relevant field.
  • Work experience in inventory control and warehouse/store management is preferred.
  • Possess Basic Knowledge of MS Excel.
  • Must be knowledgeable about the safe handling of insecticides and adherence to basic environmental compliance guidelines.
  • Willingness and flexibility to work long hours
  • Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
  • Being a resident of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
  • Female Storekeepers MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
  • Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.

 

 

Expectations:

  • Proper record and management of All IRS material movement
  • Ensure proper reconciliation of physical stock and document record
  • Organize the demobilization of equipment after the campaign
  • Comply with BMP procedures
  • Records daily temperature in the insecticide room
  • Proper organization / layout of the material in store

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

10.) Team Leader (x191)

Position: Team Leader

Number required: 111 Bo district & 80 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

  • Ensure every morning that their spray teams have all the necessary personal protection equipment and that it is in good working order
  • Checks the amount of insecticide in serialized sachets that each spray operator requires and ensures that he/she has all the necessary information and SOP forms required for the day’s work
  • At the of each day, he/she ensures that each spray operator properly and safely disposes of any remaining insecticide following the progressive rinse method, and that he/she thoroughly cleans his/her spray pump at a designated wash area
  • At the end of each day, report on insecticide use and ensure they are properly recorded on the SOP and TL forms
  • Supervise spray team using spray Quality checklist provided to ensure spray quality
  • Ensure that all spray operators comply with the best IRS practices
  • Ensure spraying is done according to environmental, health and safety standards
  • Allocates a number of structures to each spray operator upon arrival in a targeted village
  • While in the field, sensitize households on IRS procedures, its importance benefits and support household members during house preparation
  • Supervise attendance and performance SOPs
  • Review and verify SOP daily

 

 

Required qualifications:

  • Have experience working as CHW, resident in the catchment communities
  • Experience working as CHW Peer Supervisor will be an advantage
  • Have minimum academic qualification of GCE O Level/WASSCE
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and/or manage people
  • Be able to work under pressure with little/no supervision
  • Have good communication skills, speak one of the local languages
  • Be willing to work extra hours; have integrity and be accepted in the community
  • Experience reviewing data forms, reporting according to protocol
  • Not be pregnant (females) or lactating mothers during the spray campaign
  • Be physically/medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic

 

Expectations:

  • Structures are well sprayed
  • SOPs accurately record spray data on SOP form and appropriately marked structure to indicate spray status
  • Spray quality in structures is of very high standards
  • spraying is done according to environmental, health and safety standards
  • spray operator properly and safely disposes of any remaining insecticide following the progressive rinse method, and that he/she thoroughly cleans his/her spray pump at a designated wash area

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

11.) Spray Operator (954)

Position: Spray Operator

Number required: 553 Bo district & 401 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

  • Each spray operator prepares his/her hand-compression sprayer for review and inspection by the spray team leader.
  • Ensure to always wear the full set of clean PPEs before beginning to mix insecticide, during the spraying.
  • Ensure to follow the household preparation procedures before spraying.
  • Ensure the correct mixing of the insecticide.
  • Ensure the correct application of the insecticide on the wall of the structure.
  • Fill in the spray operator form neatly and correctly with defined variables.
  • Ensure to mark the structure after spraying.
  • Comply with the Environmental Best Management Practices
  • Perform triple rinsing of equipment at the end of each day.
  • Laise with the storekeeper to handover all IRS materials and equipment each day from the field.

 

Required qualifications:

  • Minimum academic qualification of Basic Education Certificate Examination (B.E.C.E)
  • Have experience working as CHW, resident in the catchment communities
  • Have proven numeracy skills and be able to read and write in English
  • Be able to collect and record information accurately following instructions
  • Have experience completing data forms
  • Be strong, weigh above 50Kg and able to carry a 10kg load for 5 hours
  • Not be pregnant (Female) or lactating mothers during the spray campaign
  • Be physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides
  • Must endeavor/be willing to meet the minimum daily spray targets
  • Must not be allergic to insecticides.
  • Must not have any criminal or disciplinary records
  • Needs minimum supervision
  • Must be ready to being work at 05:00

 

 

Expectations:

  • Handle, use, and dispose of IRS insecticides safely
  • Handle, use, and maintain IRS equipment
  • Spray insecticides using proper technique
  • Sensitize households and prepare houses for spraying
  • Complete daily report forms accurately
  • Mark structures accurately following visit

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

12.) Pump Technician (x46)

Position: Pump Technician

Number required:  28 Bo District & 18 Bombali District

Supervisor: Site Manager

Specific duties:

  • Assist the spray team to achieve spray targets by diagnosing common problems with the sprayer.
  • Identify the root causes.
  • Perform the correct steps to fix common pumps problems and demonstrate proper calibration.
  • Contribute to good environmental compliance practices by ensuring proper maintenance and quick repairs of sprayer Pumps.
  • Responsible of lifespan for the spray pumps by ensuring the care and proper handling of sprayer pumps at operation sites
  • Communicate with spray operators and supervisors to help the spray team to achieve spray targets.

Required Qualification:

  • Excellent interpersonal communications and knowledge of Mende and Temne is compulsory.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of testing and calibrating the spray pump
  • Installation of Control Flow Valve and ability check the nozzle and the screen filters to ensure they are not clogged.
  • Ability to understand the internal and external parts of sprayer pumps by name.
  • Willingness and flexibility to work long hours.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Vocational training
  • Able to read and write.
  • Training/certificate in spray pump maintenance

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

  • An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI Evolve Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • A copy of education certificate
  • A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address:             Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address:     Abt Associate (PMI Evolve) Office DHMT Stacco, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, October 15th, 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District   Bombali District
Operational Site Chiefdom   Operational Site Chiefdom
Bumpe Town Bumpe Binkolo Safroko Limba
Dambala Niawa Lenga Kagbere Magbaimba  Ndowahun
Selenga Kamaranka
Koribondo Bongor Kalangba Gbendembu
Jaiama N’gowahun
Wonde Kamabai Biriwa Limba
Jimmi Bargbo Makarie Makarie
Jembe Badjia Gbanti
Baoma Mara Mara
Gerihun Baoma Pate Bana Bombali Shebora
Fengehun Kakua Masorry Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa Gbo Rokontha Bombali Sierray
Kakua Bombali Shebora
Ngalu Bagbwe
Komboya
Serabu Bumpe
Sumbuya Lugbu
Mongere Valunia
Tikonko Tikonko
Gondama Tikonko

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ GIZ Sierra Leone – Technical Advisor – Productive Use of Electricity (PUE)

Overview

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

 

In Sierra Leone, the programme consists of two components a) access to electricity through Pico PV, solar home systems and mini-grids and b) access to modern cooking systems through energy-efficient cookstoves, sustainable biomass production to avoid deforestation including efficient charcoal production. The present position will support all activities of component.

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

  • Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the Key Team Lead (KTL) RE-Tech team from acquisition, planning, costing, procurement, through implementation to closure for technical and strategic issues.
  • Collaborate with project stakeholders to define clear objectives and strategies for promoting productive use of electricity in off-grid communities.
  • Support with administrative tasks in the absence of the RE-Tech team lead in solar related fields.
  • Coordinate end users regarding solar items or possibly ICS and provide them with orientation and other technical training.
  • Secure timeliness, respect to GIZ rules and discipline within the Endev Team.
  • Prepare and submit periodic progress reports to project stakeholders, including findings, challenges, and recommendations.

 

The Technician performs the following tasks:

 

  • Tasks
  • Technical 

The Technical Advisor on PUE

  • Collecting data on renewable energy systems for testing or research analysis.
  • Conduct a thorough needs assessment to identify potential productive use activities suitable for the target communities.
  • Assess the existing electricity infrastructure and recommend necessary upgrades or modifications.
  • Research and assess appropriate technologies and equipment (e.g., machinery, appliances) for productive use.
  • Provide recommendations on the selection and procurement of equipment.

 

  • Supports and Training 

The Technical Advisor on PUE

  • Analyse local markets to identify opportunities and challenges related to productive use of electricity.
  • Evaluate the demand for electric-powered products and services within the target communities.
  • Develop training programs and materials for local community members, entrepreneurs, and businesses on utilizing electricity for income-generating activities.
  • Facilitate training workshops and knowledge transfer sessions.
  • Establish and nurture partnerships with relevant organizations, government agencies, and local community leaders.
  • Collaborate with financial institutions to facilitate access to financing options for electrification and productive use projects.
  • Provide basic training package to end users or partners when the need arises.
  • Provide technical assistance remotely.

 

  • Monitoring and Evaluation

The Technical Advisor on PUE

  • Develop a monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the impact of the initiative.
  • Regularly collect and analyse data to track progress and make necessary adjustments.
  • Keep track and take note of any known maintenance need.
  • Provide technical specification to colleagues and procurement for buying of solar products and spear part.

 

  • Other duties/additional tasks

The Technical Advisor on PUE

  • assists other experts, if necessary, as translator
  • Secure soft and Hard copy structures for relevant document in the absence of the RE-tech team lead
  • Follow-up on all technical requests from EnDev partners as instructed by the KTL RE-Tech
  • Continue with the filing system of both soft and Hard copy of Documents.
  • performs other duties and tasks at the request of management.

 

  • Deliverables:
  • Needs assessment report.
  • Market analysis report.
  • Training materials and workshop reports.
  • Technology assessment and equipment recommendations.
  • Progress reports at regular intervals.
  • Final project report summarizing achievements and recommendations.

 

  • Required qualifications, competences, and experience.

Qualifications 

  • A degree in a relevant field (e.g., electrical engineering, renewable energy, rural development).

 

Professional experience

  • At least 1-2 years’ work experience in a comparable position with references

 

Other knowledge, additional competences

  • ideally, a knowledge of Kerio, or the European language widely used in the country.
  • sensitivity in handling and disposing of documents which may be important.
  • Demonstrated experience in off-grid electrification, renewable energy, and productive use projects.
  • Strong knowledge of local communities and cultural sensitivities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Project management and coordination experience.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office, Access or other database programme)
  • 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 06.10.2023 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.