Global Logistics Solutions are searching for a dependable senior electrical engineer to join our company.

The senior electrical engineer’s responsibilities include:
Analysing existing electrical systems.
Making cost-effective improvements.
Conducting research.
Designing testing methods.
Completing quality assurance.
Inspecting the equipment.
Running diagnostics, as well as training new hires.
You should ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications.
To be successful as a senior electrical engineer, you should demonstrate strong leadership abilities and organizational skills. Outstanding senior electrical engineers are passionate about engineering developments and able to efficiently troubleshoot systems.

Additional Senior Electrical Engineer Responsibilities:
Developing, reviewing, updating, modifying, and approving electrical design plans and work schedules.
Liaising with clients and other engineers to ensure projects are completed to specifications.
Establishing relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, other professionals, and expanding networks.
Maintaining and improving existing engineering processes.
Participating in conferences, events, and networking and learning opportunities.
Drawing up budgets, schedules, company regulations, and various other documents.
Analysing existing processes and scheduling meetings to discuss improvement initiatives.
Conducting research, performing diagnostics, and troubleshooting equipment.
Assisting with recruitment, training, and onboarding.
Ensuring a safe, positive work environment.

Senior Electrical Engineer Requirements:

A credible training certificate in electrical engineering.
Extensive practical experience.
Additional license or certification may be required.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Practical experience with CAD software.
Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.
Excellent motivational skills and multitasking abilities.

If you’re fit for this, please send your CV to glsbuilds@gmail.com

Deadline: 27th September 2021.

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International Labour Organization (ILO) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Chief Technical Advisor, Opportunity Salone (CTA) P4
2.) Employment Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) – Technical Officer (P3)

 

The International Labour Organization is a United Nations agency whose mandate is to advance social and economic justice through setting international labour standards. Founded in October 1919 under the League of Nations, it is the first and oldest specialised agency of the UN.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Chief Technical Advisor, Opportunity Salone (CTA) P4

 

Grade: P4

Vacancy no.: ABUJA/DC/P/2021/03

Publication date: 19 August 2021

Application deadline (midnight Geneva time ): 02 September 2021

Job ID: 6587

Department: RO-Africa

Organization Unit: CO-Abuja

Location: Freetown

Contract type: Fixed Term

Contract Duration

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the present vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their candidature online by the above date.

Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

The Following Are Eligible To Apply

• ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
• External candidates.

The ILO values diversity among its staff and welcomes applications from qualified female candidates. We also encourage applicants with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org .

Introduction

The Jobs And Growth Programme Has Two Specific Objectives

As part of the 11th European Development Fund (EDF), the European Union will inject €60 million into Sierra Leone’s economy, through a new Jobs and Growth Programme to contribute to Sierra Leone’s COVID 19 Recovery Programme. The Programme will boost sustainable and inclusive economic development and job creation, especially in the agricultural and education sectors.

Objective 1: To improve the investment climate and the business environment.

Objective 2: Improved human capital, better aligned to the labour market.

• Reporting lines:

The CTA will work under overall responsibility and direct supervision of the Director of the ILO Country Office Abuja and will receive technical guidance and support from Enterprise and Employment Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) specialists at the HQ and in the region.

Description of Duties

Project Management

• Lead and oversee the overall execution of the project, including staff contracting, planning, implementation and monitoring in conformity with ILO policies and project strategies, and in accordance with ILO programming guidelines and country/action programs, and administrative and financial procedures, in consultation with the responsible units.
• Effectively manage funds/budget and human resources of the project including recruitment, performance and talent management aspects.

Technical Leadership And Advice

• Provide technical support in value chain analysis and development, in market development approaches and in business support capacity building to the project team and to the stakeholders of the project including relevant government agencies and other key institutions, ideally through gender and conflict sensitive approaches.
• Provide expertise on business development services (BDS) and enterprise development to constituents (government counterparts, employers and workers organizations), value chain actors and implementing partners. Liaise with the ILO technical teams providing support in these areas

Advocacy, Networking And Partnership

• Foster and maintain contacts and relations with governments, ministries, the employers’ and workers’ organizations, value chain and sectoral stakeholders, non-governmental organizations, target groups and donors, and promote opportunities for collaboration towards planning and implementation of programme activities.
• Liaise with the other UN agencies counterparts to promote ILO’s values, increase the project’s visibility and facilitate the scaling-up of the project’s interventions. Ensure effective coordination with a range of relevant national policies and the strategies of various projects in the ILO including those being undertaken by other agencies. Ensure coordination with other EU funded components and other ILO projects in Sierra Leone, including with UNCDF’s initiatives on access to finance.

Mobilization Of Resources

• Build and maintain strong relationships with the core donor (EU) and prepare proposals for the mobilisation of additional human, technical and financial resources for up scaling the projects’ work in coordination with responsible units. Explore the possibilities and write proposals for other donors.

Knowledge Management

• Prepare periodic and ad hoc reports on the status of program planning and implementation and establish coordination with concerned ILO departments and programs.
• Identify training needs and organize training workshops and meetings for key actors and value chain stakeholders, value chain facilitators and policy partners of the project. Represent the Office at project meetings, seminars and evaluations and build and enhance strategic partnerships and networks.
• Any other duties requested by the Director of ILO Country Office for Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone.

Required Qualifications

Education

Advanced university degree in Economics or a related field in Social Sciences with demonstrated expertise in the field of project management, market systems and private sector development, preferably with a focus on value chain development, market development and “making markets work for the poor” (M4P) approaches.

Experience

At least seven years’ experience of which five at the international level in the field of value chain and private sector development. Demonstrated experience in applying adaptive project cycle management and SME development approaches and practical knowledge about Monitoring and Evaluation. Sector specific experience in agriculture, as well as experience in gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches would be an advantage.

Languages

Excellent command of spoken and written English. Good level of French will be considered as an advantage.

Competencies

• Proven ability to take ownership of all responsibilities, to act with integrity and transparency by maintaining social, ethical and organisational norms, and to meet all commitments within the prescribed time, cost and quality standards;
• Ability to develop clear strategic goals consistent with the project/programme’s objectives, and to design and synthesise strategies for programme development;
• Excellent leadership skills, ability to work effectively in a team and excellent interpersonal skills;
• Ability to formulate new concepts and methodologies, and to synthesise research and reach empirically based conclusions on related subjects by understanding both the qualitative and quantitative approaches in social science research;
• Ability to develop training materials, alternative courses of action, project proposals, policy, procedural matters and present them at high-level meetings;
• Ability to promote knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office, and to focus and guide others to meet objectives at individual and group level;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write accurate reports and to build networks to obtain cooperation with partners;
• Should be open to and able to make changes to accommodate culture and gender differences in order to interact effectively with individuals;
• Ability to plan and support the development of individual’s skills and abilities for a more effective fulfilment of current or future job/role responsibilities;
• Develop self-awareness and show empathy by demonstrating the qualities, traits, or attributes that contribute to the ability to effectively relate to and identify with others.
• Ability to maintain effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or environment, and to adjust effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures;
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to adopt non-discriminatory and gender sensitive behaviour.

Conditions of employment

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to ILO Staff Regulations and other relevant internal rules. Any offer of employment with the ILO is conditional upon certification by the ILO Medical Adviser that the person concerned is medically fit to perform the specific inherent requirements of the position offered. In order to confirm an offer from the ILO the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination.
• Any extension of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

For more information on conditions of employment, please visit: https://jobs.ilo.org/content/International/?locale=en_GB

Recruitment process

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO Jobs . The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for a written test and/or an interview.

Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including technical tests or interviews.

Fraud warning

The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account – @ilo.org – should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 

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2.) Employment Intensive Investment Programme (EIIP) – Technical Officer (P3)

 

Grade: P3

Vacancy no.: ABUJA/DC/P/2021/02

Publication date: 19 August 2021

Application deadline (midnight Geneva time ): 02 September 2021

Job ID: 6584

Department: RO-Africa

Organization Unit: CO-Abuja

Location: Freetown

Contract type: Fixed Term

Contract Duration

Under article 4.2, paragraph (e) of the Staff Regulations, the filling of vacancies in technical cooperation projects does not fall under Annex I of the Staff Regulations and is made by direct selection by the Director-General.

In order to support the best informed process in the filling of the present vacancy by direct selection, the ILO invites interested candidates to submit their candidature online by the above date.

Technical cooperation appointments are not expected to lead to a career in the ILO and they do not carry any expectation of renewal or conversion to any other type of appointment in the Organization. A one-year fixed-term contract will be given. Extensions of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

The Following Are Eligible To Apply

• ILO Internal candidates in accordance with paragraphs 31 and 32 of Annex I of the Staff Regulations.
• External candidates.

The ILO values diversity among its staff and welcomes applications from qualified female candidates. We also encourage applicants with disabilities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org .

Introduction

The Jobs And Growth Programme Has Two Specific Objectives

As part of the 11th European Development Fund (EDF), the European Union will inject €60 million into Sierra Leone’s economy, through a new Jobs and Growth Programme to contribute to Sierra Leone’s COVID 19 Recovery Programme. The Programme will boost sustainable and inclusive economic development and job creation, especially in the agricultural and education sectors.

Objective 1: To improve the investment climate and the business environment.

Objective 2: Improved human capital, better aligned to the labour market.

I. Reporting Lines

The incumbent will work under the overall responsibility of the CO-Abuja Director and under the direct supervision of the project Chief, Technical Advisor (CTA). He/she will receive technical guidance and support from the EIIP specialists in DWT in Dakar and at HQ.

Description of Duties

The EIIP Technical Officer will have the mandate to ensure the smooth running and implementation of all the activities planned as part of the maintenance of rural roads by favouring the EIIP approach. He/she will be responsible within the framework of the rural roads maintenance component of the Project.

• Provide overall technical backstopping, project implementation support and monitoring for the EIIP component, facilitate and technically support and supervise the maintenance of up to 200 km of rural feeder roads through employment intensive approaches in four districts;
• In conjunction with SLRA, prioritise roads according to socio economic criteria for rehabilitation in areas close to the selected value chains to facilitate market access
• Support the project to set up and operationalise a digitalised database for roads for SLRA, Prioritise roads according to socio economic criteria for road maintenance in areas close to the selected value chains to facilitate market access;
• Encourage SME contractors to bid for the feeder road maintenance, ensure contractors work with trained youth and women (and persons with disabilities) on feeder road maintenance and comply with decent work and OSH practices, identify, select and train 24 local contractors in feeder road maintenance;
• Build the capacity of district councils on sustainable feeder road maintenance planning, supervision and management ;
• Identify and train between 2,000 and 4,000 young women and men in feeder road maintenance and OSH;
• Support MWPA, SLRA, RMFA and NAYCOM to develop sustainable feeder road maintenance funding mechanisms, facilitate the formation of Public Private Community Partnership stakeholder platforms and committees for sustainable road maintenance and support exchange programmes that will provide lessons on sustainable feeder road maintenance ;
• Collaborate with the Government of Sierra Leone to leverage development partner funds for setting up a road maintenance equipment facility, conduct a feasibility study and collaborate on setting up a rotating fund or a sustainable mechanism for managing equipment and monitor the operations of the road maintenance equipment revolving facility or related mechanisms;
• Support MWPA, by integrating EIIP approaches, on revision and approval of feeder roads policy and facilitate information dissemination on feeder road maintenance and funding;
• Ensure permanent contact with the project partners in the field and strengthen partnership relations with other organizations and government services and build and maintain strong relationships with teams from the core donor (EU) and others in the technical field. Identify promising projects and participate in the drafting of proposals for the mobilization of additional human, technical and financial resources to intensify the work of projects in coordination with DEVINVEST;
• Assess country experience on EIIP with a view to identifying best practices in finding solutions to maintenance problems identified, monitor and coordinate research carried out by external collaborators and prepare technical articles, briefs and reports to develop and disseminate knowledge about the technical subject;
• Prepare and submit to CTA, appropriate documentation, work plans, periodic activity progress reports and the final report of the road maintenance component of the project, in accordance with ILO and Donor procedures and perform all other tasks required by the ILO in relation to the implementation of the EIIP project component in the country and in the sub-region.

Required Qualifications

Education

First level university degree in civil or rural engineering or Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Experience

Five years’ experience at the national level and three years at the international level in the areas of leading Employment Intensive Investment Programmes (EIIP) and or in infrastructure projects of public or community interest, including rural roads. Proven experience in the maintenance and / or rehabilitation of unpaved roads including the construction of structures. Experience in the formulation, preparation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of relevant projects in this field. Experience in taking social and environmental aspects into account in the implementation of employment intensive projects.

Languages

Excellent command of English. Good level of French will be considered as an advantage.

Competencies

• • General Competencies –
  • ability to participate effectively in technical missions and multi-disciplinary teams;
  • capacity to provide first-line technical advice in the area of rural road maintenance;
  • ability to conceptualise and design research techniques and analyse complex cross-national practices and data sets covering a wide range of issues in the specialised technical field;
  • capability to guide and co-ordinate the work of external collaborators, general service staff or young professionals;
  • ability to prepare reports and publications of a high quality, technically sound with conclusions leading to an action plan and programme development and ability to provide credible implementation assistance to senior specialists in carrying out research, project formulation and implementation.

Technical Competencies

• • • • Ability to lead, supervise and evaluate technical development cooperation projects in the fields of public works and construction related to social issues and employment;
      • Ability to provide expert advice on best practice and ability to deal with broader topics outside the area of specialization such as data base management, OSH and SME financing;
      • Proven technical skills in the conduct and / or monitoring of road maintenance / rehabilitation projects including drainage and crossing structures;
      • Skills to check the quality and quantity of the services provided;
      • Proven technical skills in the development of training materials, alternative approaches, and project proposals;
      • Ability to contribute to the preparation of projects documents, technical publications, reports, draft resolutions;
      • Ability to prepare technically accurate reports, with conclusions that may lead to an action plan and program development;
      • Ability to plan and facilitate meetings, conferences, and workshops;
      • Ability to make technical contributions to the activities of other team members;
      • Ability to provide credible implementation assistance to experienced specialists in research, project formulation and implementation;
      • Ability to undertake frequent missions, sometimes in difficult sites and conditions in the field;
      • Knowledge of computer tools and common software.

  Behavioural competencies

 

• • • ability to communicate and collaborate effectively;
    • ability to lead and work as a member of a team in different fields;
    • ability to take initiative and to demonstrate authority, discretion and courtesy;
    • ability to accept accountability for results achieved;
    • ability to work under tight deadlines;
    • Ability to undertake frequent missions, sometimes in difficult sites and conditions in the field;
    • Have a high level of integrity, professionalism, personal discipline and impartiality;
    • Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to adopt non-discriminatory and gender sensitive behaviour.

Conditions of employment

• • • • Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to ILO Staff Regulations and other relevant internal rules. Any offer of employment with the ILO is conditional upon certification by the ILO Medical Adviser that the person concerned is medically fit to perform the specific inherent requirements of the position offered. In order to confirm an offer from the ILO the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination.
      • Any extension of technical cooperation contracts are subject to various elements including the following: availability of funds, continuing need of the functions and satisfactory conduct and performance.

  For more information on conditions of employment, please visit: https://jobs.ilo.org/content/International/?locale=en_GB

Recruitment process

 

• Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ILO Jobs . The system provides instructions for online application procedures.

 

• Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for a written test and/or an interview.

 

• Depending on the location and availability of candidates, assessors and interview panel members, the ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates at the different stages of the recruitment process, including technical tests or interviews.

Fraud warning

 

The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account – @ilo.org – should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 

Disclaimer: Careerical eConsult posts job listings for the convenience of job seekers. We do not endorse or recommend employers, and a posting does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Careerical eConsult explicitly makes no representations or guarantees about positions listed on our website. Careerical eConsult is not responsible for safety, wages, working conditions, or other aspects of employment.  It is the responsibility of applicants to research the integrity of the organizations to which they are applying. We advise you to use caution and common sense when applying for any position with an organization or private party.

Living Water International (LWI) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Technician Lead
2.) Driver

 

Living Water International (LWI) is a global non-governmental organization that exists to demonstrate the love of God by helping communities acquire desperately needed clean water, and to experience “living water”—the gospel of Jesus Christ—which alone satisfies the deepest thirst. Living Water in Africa is providing safe drinking water, Christian Witness sanitation and health education to communities across Africa.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Technician Lead

 

Purpose of Position
To represent and provide Water and Sanitation support to the Program.

Core Characteristics:
These principles guide and identify us as colleagues and representatives of LWI:

Honor God

Develop People

Pursue Excellence

Be Good Stewards

Major Responsibilities
To develop and coordinate the annual well maintenance plan of the country office of LWI, ensuring its proper functioning in the communities.

Ensure the maintenance of spare parts necessary to assist in the repairs of the pumps in the communities, or in those where technical support is required for their repair.

Coordinate the verification visit of the state and condition of the pumps, ensuring that proper hygiene operations are complied with

Coordinate water test outlets and pump maintenance visits to verify that there is no contamination or any other parasite that may affect water, using the TDS instrument.

To promote and promote good relations between LWI and communities, by means of follow-up visits to verify the conditions of wells and water points, proving that they are in good condition of service.

To coordinate and provide training to the users of the wells in the communities in the maintenance and care of the same.

Coordinate field visits to communities to follow up requests for maintenance by communities

To train personnel in the use of equipment and tools for the maintenance of pumps, as well as in the knowledge of the quality standards of LWI

Coordinate meetings with community leaders to provide all information on LWI contact points, if they require support for well maintenance, or difficulties in use

To coordinate with the facilitator of hygiene and sanitation, the trainings to the leaders of the communities in the knowledge of techniques for the care and hygiene of the wells.

Coordinate the purchases of pump spares from the wells to be visited, maintaining the appropriate stocks, requesting the Finance Department the necessary funds to make purchases of the parts to be replaced.

Activities during support visits to the pump team

Drive the vehicles to transport the pump maintenance equipment, ensuring the safety of the team during the time that the visit takes place in the country, providing indications of what is due and should not be done during the visits to the communities

Ensure proper use of safety equipment, such as gloves, helmets, earplugs, and all necessary safety tools in the field.

Ensure that all visits are adequately fed and the visiting areas have the proper hygienic conditions.

Business Competencies and General Skills
Knowledge of water operations, requirements, risk factors and safety involved in operating processes

Familiar with community water systems

Ability to install, test and well know the maintenance of water pumps

Ability to move, travel and stay in the field

Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages

Advanced English Language level

Knowledge of water test and bacteriology

Valid driver’s license-essential in heavy vehicle handling

Qualifications/Experience
Mechanical Pump Certificate, mechanic’s degree or mechanical certification

2 or more years of experience in pump maintenance.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a 1 page cover letter and CV (no more than 4 pages) with details of qualifications (do not include copies at this stage) and work experience including 3 references – professional, spiritual and general. All offers of employment are made contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including a clear police background check.

Applications should be forwarded to the Human Resource Manager at 58 Charles Street Freetown or on the e-mail address:

MBraima@water.cc;

hrofficer.lwisleone@gmail.com;

The deadline for all applications is 21st July, 2021.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Living Water International-Sierra Leone is an equal opportunity employer.

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2.) Driver

 

Purpose of Position
Under direct supervision, transport staff and guests, maintain vehicles, messenger duties, and collect supplies.

Core Characteristics:
These principles guide and identify us as colleagues and representatives of LWI:

Honor God

Develop People

Pursue Excellence

Be Good Stewards

Major Responsibilities
Ensure vehicles are well maintained and fully functional;

Ensure all vehicles to have up to date licenses and insurance;

Ability to drive heavy duty vehicle;

Keep all vehicle documents on file;

Transport the staff when requested, this includes project visits;

Assist with transport of guests visiting the office and the sites;

Delivery of documentation as required/messenger duties;

Ensure safety measures are always adhered to by the passengers;

Collect supplies as requested by the country;

Other tasks as assigned.

Business Competencies and General Skills
Ability to read and write in local language and speak English

Driver’s license is required;

Police Clearance

Communication: Good verbal and written skills;

Attention to details.

Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work with different personalities/cultures

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Thrives working both independently (a self-starter) and collaboratively

Dependable, respectful and consistently works to uphold company ethics and standards

Qualifications/Experience
School Leaver’s Certificate

Previous experience in relevant position

Application Process

Applicants should submit a 1 page cover letter and CV (no more than 4 pages) with details of qualifications (do not include copies at this stage) and work experience including 3 references – professional, spiritual and general. All offers of employment are made contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including a clear police background check.

Applications should be forwarded to the Human Resource Manager at 58 Charles Street Freetown or on the e-mail address:

MBraima@water.cc;

hrofficer.lwisleone@gmail.com;

The deadline for all applications is 21 July, 2021.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Living Water International-Sierra Leone is an equal opportunity employer.

Disclaimer: Careerical eConsult posts job listings for the convenience of job seekers. We do not endorse or recommend employers, and a posting does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Careerical eConsult explicitly makes no representations or guarantees about positions listed on our website. Careerical eConsult is not responsible for safety, wages, working conditions, or other aspects of employment.  It is the responsibility of applicants to research the integrity of the organizations to which they are applying. We advise you to use caution and common sense when applying for any position with an organization or private party.

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

1.) Village Savings and Loan (VSLA) Officer
2.) WASH Technician
3.) Security Guard / Office Caretaker
4.) Project Manager
5.) Office Assistant
6.) LANN Field Officer
7.) Driver/ Mechanic

 

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. The Company is partnering with Welthungrehilfe to implement a WASH services project funded by Charity Water and Welthungrehilfe in three chiefdoms in the Bonthe District.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Village Savings and Loan (VSLA) Officer

 

Contract Duration:

One year with the possibility of extension

 

Job Objective(S):

Based in Mattru Jong, with frequent filed visits, the VSLA Officer is responsible to facilitate planning, organizing, and management of VSLA conduct awareness /sensitization on VSLA activities among communities and local leaders to ensure successful project implementation.

 

Reporting to:

Project Manager

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitating community vulnerability assessment in target communities to define community gaps and provide the basis for planning.

• Developing work plans (Weekly, Monthly, and Quarterly) to ensure effective implementation of VSLA related activities as outlined in the proposal documents.

• Facilitating the identification and formation, and mobilization of VSLA groups through local structures.

• Facilitating the identification of VSLA community mobilizers to enhance community awareness and ownership/sustainability of the VSLA approach.

• Identify technical capacity and challenges for beneficiaries and skills/knowledge they have in VSLA and Business development skills.

• Facilitating and ensuring the establishment of village savings and loans association groups within the target communities.

• Overseeing and regularly monitoring when the VSLA groups are meeting, conducting the share purchase, social contributions, and borrowing and repayment of loans to ensure proper documentation/recording of the VSLA field cash box.

• Training community mobilizers on VSLA methodology and sanitation marketing.

• Coaching, supervising, and mentoring the community mobilizers for effective facilitation and support of VSLA and Income generating activities.

• Facilitate and organize exposure or exchange visits among VSLA groups and any other events for the beneficiaries to foster learning and experience sharing.

• Ensuring that the VSLA kits/tools are supplied to beneficiaries and used appropriately.

• Sorting out any misunderstanding that may arise within VSLA group members to ensure smooth running and prevent dropout.

• Ensure that funds generated from VSLA activities used for WASH products and services

• Ensure that the VSLA groups participate in LANN activities and sanitation marketing sessions.

 

Desirable Qualification, skills, and competencies

• Diploma in the related topics

• 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

• Professional experience in technical and financial project management

• 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

• Have a valid driver license and can ride a motorbike

 

Starting date:

Immediately after interview

 

Mode of Application

Please submit your application by hand to:

The General Manager / Executive Director

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd

Crossing Village- Six Mile

Or

By email to info@wasap.life

 

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2.) WASH Technician

 

Contract Duration:

One year with the possibility of extension

 

Job Objective(S):

Based in Mattru Jong, the WASH Technician frequently travels to the field. The WASH Technician will be responsible for the construction and rehabilitation of water points. The WASH Technician will work closely with the WaSAP Lead Technician in developing bills of quantities, drawing/designs, and day-to-day supervision of field technicians to ensure quality infrastructure.

 

Reporting to:

Project Manager

 

Key Responsibilities:

• 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.

• 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.

• Any other assigned task by the Project Manager

 

Desirable Qualification, skills, and competencies

• Diploma in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or Architecture or any relevant technical qualification

• At least two years of experience with a non-profit, non-governmental organization or private engineering firm

• Demonstrated skill in the use of AutoCAD, CAD, GIS software, and GPS device

• Experience in drafting Bill of Quantities for civil works

• Experience in groundwater development and rehabilitation. Excellent experience with Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas and pivot tables

• Strong skills with Microsoft Word

• Excellent English communication skills

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently

• Flexible, able to cope with stressful situations

• Willingness to travel to other locations outside Bonthe District as required by supervisor.

• Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast-moving environment

• Have a valid driver license and can ride a motorbike

 

Starting date:

Immediately after interview

 

Mode of Application

Please submit your application by hand to:

The General Manager / Executive Director

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd

Crossing Village- Six Mile

Or

By email to info@wasap.life

 

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3.) Security Guard / Office Caretaker

 

Contract Duration:

One year with the possibility of extension

 

Job Objective(S):

Based in Mattru Jong, The Security Guard / Office Caretaker will be responsible to provide security services for the safety and cleanliness of office premises and the residences.

 

Reporting to:

Project Manager

 

Key Responsibilities:

As a Security Guard

• Ensure offices and residences are appropriately closed as required per office hours,

• Ensure that drivers for both WaSAP vehicles or private cars signs in and out on the ledger when entering/exiting the compound of the office premises or residences,

• Open and close the gates for staff and visitors,

• Keep an updated visitors’ book,

• Request purpose of visit or identification from external visitors and check back with the responsible person at the project/program office or residence,

• Escort visitors into the project/program office or residence,

• Guard office and residence equipment on the compound and in the buildings before and after office hours,

• Report loss or damage of office premises/residences and equipment,

• Report any incidences threatening office/organization security,

• Attend materials loading and offloading procedures,

As Caretaker

• Load/unload and set-up/dismantle equipment transported to and from the office

•  Cleaning the office after office hours

• Any other duties related to the job can be assigned

 

Desirable Qualification, skills, and competencies

• Diploma in the related topics

• Minimum 1year professional experience in a similar position

• Ability to take initiative and work independently

• Creative, flexible and capable of working in a fast-moving environment

1. Team player, able to work in a multi-cultural environment

 

Starting date:

Immediately after interview

 

Mode of Application

Please submit your application by hand to:

The General Manager / Executive Director

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd

Crossing Village- Six Mile

Or

By email to info@wasap.life

 

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4.) Project Manager

 

Contract Duration:

One year with the possibility of extension.

 

Job Objective(S):

Based in Mattru Jong, the Project Manager is responsible for planning, overseeing, and leading the project through completion. The position requires interaction with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the General Manager / Executive Director and working in close collaboration on WASH technical issues with the Welthungrehilfe WASH Expert, the Project Manager will perform the following tasks:

• Leading project planning activities

• Coordinating staff activities and internal resources

• Managing project progress and adapt work as required

• Ensuring projects meet deadlines

• Managing relationships with communities and stakeholders

• Conducting project review and designing risk mitigation plan

• Preparing monthly and quarterly project reports

• Managing field officers and technicians

• Ensuring the Promotion of Sanitation Marketing and linking it to the Village Savings and Loan Association (VSLA) and LANN approach

• Conceptual development of project activities as indicated in the project document

• Any other assigned task by the General Manager / Executive Director

 

Desirable Qualification, skills, and competencies

• BSc or MSc in the related topics

• 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

• Professional experience in technical and financial project management

• 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

• Sound project management experience, including financial administration and human resource/team management

• Good team player, creative, flexible, and capable of working in a fast-moving environment

• Have a valid driver license and can ride a motorbike

 

Starting date:

Immediately after interview

 

Mode of Application

Please submit your application by hand to:

The General Manager / Executive Director

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd

Crossing Village- Six Mile

Or

By email to info@wasap.life

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5.) Office Assistant

 

Contract Duration:

One year with the possibility of extension

 

Job Objective(S):

Based in Mattru Jong, The Office Assistant will be responsible to Performs clerical support tasks. This may include organizing files, scheduling appointments, photo copying and receiving guests.

Reporting to:

Project Manager

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs clerical duties, including, but not limited to, photo copying, and filing correspondence.

• Interacts with clients, visitors, and vendors.

• Arranges meetings by reserving rooms and managing refreshments.

• Photocopies, scans, and files appropriate documents.

• Maintains accurate records and enters data.

• Assists with organizing events when necessary.

• Signs for delivered packages and distributes them to the appropriate recipient.

• Maintains stock of supplies by anticipating work requirements, ordering supplies, and distributing supplies where necessary.

• Protects the WaSAP office compound and building against vandalism and illegal intrusion.

• Protects all exterior WaSAP properties regarding unauthorized use.

• Aids and direction to all members of the public and visiting the office compound for private or business purposes.

• Conducts regular patrols of interior and exterior of WaSAP properties to establish and maintain security controls.

• Maintains good working relations with local law enforcement agencies.

• Conducts casual surveillance on all members of the public visiting the WaSAP compound relative to irrational behaviour.

• Responds to complaints by WaSAP employees regarding members of the public carrying out irrational acts.

• Administers first aid to members of the public or WaSAP employees who may receive injuries when on the premises.

• Acts on established programs related to fire evacuations.

Any other assigned by management.

Desirable Qualification, skills, and competencies

• Previous working experience in a similar position is desired.

• Must be prepared to spend much time in remote areas with limited facilities.

• Ability to work under pressure; Flexibility in terms of working hours and working locations.

• Valid Sierra Leone Driving License.

• Excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations.

• Good knowledge of Sierra Leonean places, roads and road conditions.

• Safe driving record and at least 3 years of experience driving on and off road in difficult and unusual road conditions.

• Excellent knowledge of vehicle operation and ability to undertake basic maintenance and running repairs if in remote locations.

• Primary education certificate, Secondary School certificate or its equivalent an asset.

• Creative, flexible and capable of working in a fast-moving environment

• Team player, able to work in a multi-cultural environment

 

Starting date:

Immediately after interview

 

Mode of Application

Please submit your application by hand to:

The General Manager / Executive Director

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd

Crossing Village- Six Mile

Or

By email to info@wasap.life

 

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6.) LANN Field Officer

 

Contract Duration:

One year with the possibility of extension

 

Job Objective(S):

Based in Mattru Jong, with frequent filed visits, the Linking Agriculture and Natural Resource Management towards Nutrition Security (LANN) Field Officerisresponsible to Responsible for promoting sustained behavior and practices conducive to improving nutrition security among project target communities with limited access to markets and quality health services. The LANN Officer will supports households to pursue a higher convergence of feasible nutrition-sensitive strategies across the linkages among agriculture, nutrition, income generation, and WASH.

 

Reporting to:

Project Manager

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting a multi-dimensional nutrition-sensitive assessment that captures information related to the core areas of LANN+ in the target communities to foster a comprehensive understanding of the situation and enable an integrated response.

• Analyzing the Food Nutrition Security (FNS) situation to get an in-depth understanding of issues related to immediate and underlying causes of malnutrition in the targeted communities.

• Assessing the context at local level, analyze underlying and basic causes of malnutrition, design appropriate activities addressing types and causes of malnutrition.

• Incorporating nutrition objectives and indicators community programs.

• Targeting the most vulnerable (marginalized groups, women, etc.) and aim to improve equity

• Collaborating and coordinate with other stakeholders

• Incorporating nutrition education into community programs (incl. health and hygiene behaviors, promote adequate caring practices, especially for women of reproductive age and young children (First 1000 days!)

• Promoting diversity production and increase production of nutrient-rich foods

• Providing training to communities to improve Post-Harvest Management (processing, storage, preservation)

• Ensure that the LANN communities are part of the VSLA groups.

• Any other assigned task by the Project Manager

 

Desirable Qualification, skills, and competencies

• Diploma in the related topics

• 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

• Professional experience in implementing LANN or LANN related project

• 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

• Have a valid driver license and can ride a motorbike

 

Starting date:

Immediately after interview

 

Mode of Application

Please submit your application by hand to:

The General Manager / Executive Director

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd

Crossing Village- Six Mile

Or

By email to info@wasap.life

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7.) Driver/ Mechanic

 

Contract Duration:

One year with the possibility of extension

 

Job Objective(S):

Based in Mattru Jong, The Security Guard / Office Caretaker will be responsible to provide security services for the safety and cleanliness of office premises and the residences.

 

Reporting to:

Project Manager

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for driving and maintaining the WaSAP Company vehicle in good condition.

• Supports the logistic department with the transport of material and staff during official duty trips.

• Must be comfortable as a proactive member of the team, seek to identify and communicate potential problems and propose solutions to the management as far as motor vehicles and other assets are concerned.

• Drive WaSAP Company vehicle in order to transport staff and goods for project purposes in a responsible manner according to Sierra Leone traffic laws.

• Maintain the vehicle assigned in a good condition. This always includes cleaning the vehicle and keeping it ready for travel, servicing, licensing registration, insurance, fuel & engine oil, water, and tyres checked.

• Informing logistics officer immediately in case of mechanical problems and advices on action to be taken.

• Supervises closely and assist any repair, maintenance or services done to the vehicle by WaSAP mechanics.

•  Report any incident/problem to the office or Logistics officer immediately.

• Follow WaSAP regulations for transport. These include:

  • Non-unauthorized passengers on board the vehicle

  • No weapons in the vehicle

  • No private business to be under taken with the vehicle

  • No alcohol before or during driving and working hours

  • Speed limit for driving within town is 40km/h and 80km/h on the highway outside town.

  • Keep all items (tools for the vehicle, first aid boxes, etc) in a good condition.

• Complete the logbook before and after every journey (km, input of fuel, services, and signature) and filling in monthly vehicle cards. Ensure that fuel consumption is normal.

• Assist in delivery of materials or goods needed by WaSAP to other project locations (in cooperation with logistics) – has to keep clear records, following the WaSAP guidelines for logistics and procurement.

• Assist in clearing goods and items for WaSAP from customs or other official institutions; responsible for reception of goods delivered from other locations by road (including off- loading trucks & vehicles).

• Follow the security guidelines when on duty and adhere to the safety and security policy of WaSAP

• Assist in any other duties assigned by the direct supervisor or overall supervisor

 

Desirable Qualification, skills, and competencies

• Previous working experience in a similar position is desired.

• Must be prepared to spend much time in remote areas with limited facilities.

• Ability to work under pressure; Flexibility in terms of working hours and working locations.

• Valid Sierra Leone Driving License.

• Excellent knowledge of driving rules and regulations.

• Good knowledge of Sierra Leonean places, roads and road conditions.

• Safe driving record and at least 3 years of experience driving on and off road in difficult and unusual road conditions.

• Excellent knowledge of vehicle operation and ability to undertake basic maintenance and running repairs if in remote locations.

• Primary education certificate, Secondary School certificate or its equivalent an asset.

• Creative, flexible and capable of working in a fast-moving environment

• Team player, able to work in a multi-cultural environment

 

Starting date:

Immediately after interview

 

Mode of Application

Please submit your application by hand to:

The General Manager / Executive Director

Water and Sanitation Promotion (WaSAP) Company (SL) Ltd

Crossing Village- Six Mile

Or

By email to info@wasap.life

 

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Location: Freetown Sierra Leone.

Reports to: Malaria Technical Advisor, Impact Malaria Project

Who we are.

We’re Population Services International (PSI), the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization. We work to make it easier for people in the developing world to be healthy by providing access to products and services that range from malaria prevention and treatment to HIV testing.

There are over 9,000 “PSI’ers” around the world. It is a diverse group of entrepreneurs and professionals with an unusually wide range of backgrounds – from doctors, epidemiologists and professionals from the medical industry to marketers from the fast-moving consumer goods industry – all with unique skills we bring to the job.

Join us!

PSI is seeking an experienced, dynamic Malaria/Integrated Community Case Management (iCCM) Technical Advisor to support PMI’s Impact Malaria project in Sierra Leone.

PSI’s new global strategy focuses on improving consumer powered healthcare through shaping market systems, shifting policy and funding and strengthening global capacity. For the Malaria Department this means moving quality malaria case management closer to consumers; bringing next generations LLINs to market; scaling response driven surveillance to accelerate malaria elimination progress and maximizing the control value of drug-based prevention interventions.

PSI is seeking an experienced, dynamic and innovation-driven Malaria/iCCM Technical Advisor to sustain PSI’s efforts to scale up its malaria programs in Sierra Leone. This person will provide technical support to the Community Health Hub the Directorate of Primary Health Care of the MOHS. The overriding goal is contributing to delivery of high-quality malaria services through the CHW program.

Your contribution

• Provide technical support to CHW hub in developing and executing high quality malaria programs, including iCCM activities according to MoHS and WHO guidelines.

• Provide mentoring and capacity building at the individual and department level in planning, management, supervision and quality assurance for iCCM services.

• Contribute to Malaria and iCCM learning activities including documentation of activities through reports, presentations, and other means, and to disseminate these knowledge as needed.

• Produce and disseminate knowledge products and processes (toolkits, case studies, best practices, peer review publications, etc.) for local, national and international audiences to accelerate rapid transfer of best practices.

• Monitor the implementation of PMI Impact Malaria work plan activities related to iCCM and ensure that activities are executed according to the work plan.

• Actively participate in the preparation of the project work plan, budgets, and technical reports for submission to the line manager.

• Collaborate with the M&E team and other project personnel to support ongoing monitoring and evaluation.

• Perform any other duties requested by the Supervisor.

What are we looking for?

• Demonstrating Results: You have 5+ years track record demonstrating leadership generating tangible results in mobilizing resources for serving social needs in a developing country.

• ICCM expertise: You will have demonstrated knowledge on ICCM and Community health strategy and proven experience in managing malaria or iCCM activities at national and local level.

• Forging Partnerships: You can coordinate and work effectively with diverse stakeholders in numerous locations and levels, including private partners, donors, government officials and bodies, technical experts, civil society organizations, community members and organizations and project support staff.

• Flexible Change Agent: You are a proactive leader who catalyzes innovation by both leading and working through others.

• Organized: You have excellent time management and organizational skills in managing a varied workload, with the ability to meet tight deadlines

What would get us excited?

• Relevant post-graduate degree (MPH, MBA, MSc, ME, etc.) or equivalent implementation experience.

• Knowledge of the Malaria and iCCM partnership landscape and familiarity with the local and international donor community.

• Experience in various aspects of malaria prevention and control in Sierra Leone

• Demonstrated fundraising and external engagement skills.

• Strong writing and presentation skills.

• Fluency in written and spoken English.

References will be required.

Interested candidates should submit CV and cover letter to:

PSIsierraleonevacancies2020@gmail.com 

by July  12, 2021. 

 

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.

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German Development Coperation (GIZ) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Technical Advisor
2.) Senior Private Sector Officer (SPSO)
3.) Education Officer (EO)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Technical Advisor

 

FIELD OF ACTIVITY

The four member states of the Mano River Union (Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone) are among the least developed countries in the world. Their political and socio-economic conditions are shaped largely by mineral and natural resources. In this context, it is promising that all four states have begun reforming their minerals sectors in recent years to encourage sustainable development. Although reforms have already been implemented, some of the key elements required to ensure that the extractives sector contributes to sustainable development are still lacking.

The objective of the “Regional Resource Governance in West Africa” program is that the extractive sector in the MRU countries is geared to a greater degree towards the principles of social, ecological and economic sustainability. The Program supports partners in their efforts to reduce their dependence on external assistance in the long-term and to mitigate risks arising from the mining sector. To this end, it applies a multi-stakeholder approach to cooperate with governments, civil society and the private sector at the regional, national and local level.

The four  substantive focus areas of the program are:

• Increasing government revenue.
• Strengthening public institutions to fulfil their oversight and compliance monitoring role.
• Strengthening both communities of mining areas and civil society CSOs, transparency and accountability
• Integrating the mining sector into the local and national economy.

A. Responsibilities

In this medium level position, the Technical Advisor will responsible for the following activities:

• Contribute to the strategic and technical development of selected activities in Sierra Leone in collaboration with the team or in consultation with the Project Manager
• The development and execution of plans/activities in collaboration with partners and other important actors in accordance with GIZ program outlines and with a high level of autonomy
• Lead cooperation and networking with key partners from the government, civil society and the private sector in your areas of work and give innovative inputs
• Support results-based monitoring, knowledge management and financial management of consulting contracts and financing agreements with local partners in your areas of work
• Facilitate logistical arrangements as the need may arise

B. Attribution 1. Professional Advisory Services

The Technical Advisor:

• Advises partner institutions: identification of needs, development of concepts and strategies, provides technical contributions
• Participates in the identification of needs in terms of external support and expertise
• Assists in the development and implementation of project plans and activities as well as workshops, seminars and other events in close consultation with partners
• Formulates terms of reference and manages the selection and supervision of third parties for the implementation of project activities, including the evaluation of the services provided
• Provides contributions to the preparation and implementation of the consultation process, project activities and work carried out in the areas of intervention
• Develops and organizes quality assurance measures and proposes necessary changes, improvements and initiatives
• Monitors the progress of the project, analyses report and documents concerning the progress of joint programs, identifies deficits and bottlenecks and recommends options to the Project Manager
• Is responsible for ensuring that services are in line with the needs of the partner(s)

2. Networking and cooperation

The Technical Advisor:

• Ensures cooperation, regular contact and dialogue with partners, assists with internal and external communications and cooperates with local communities, relevant organizations, nongovernmental agencies, government agencies and individuals in the project environment and with other projects to improve and maintain good working relationships
• Work on maintaining and establishing collaborations with public sector partners (Ministries, Departments and Agencies) at all levels of government as well as supporting the role of civil society to establish a multi-stakeholder approach to the project’s intervention
• Communicates local interests and efforts, and encourages sharing ideas and information for the benefit of the project

 

3.     Knowledge management

The Technical Advisor:

• Ensures effective knowledge management, including documentation and monitoring
• Develops strategies and technical concepts, including guidelines, manuals and procedures
• Writes reports, presentations and other documents
• Provide input for various project reports including annual reports, and contributes to reports required by the Project Manager and GIZ Country Office

4.     Management and coordination functions

The Technical Advisor:

• Assists in the planning or development of project concepts and strategies, and ensures their implementation
• Use the GIZ project management tool Capacity Works to manage his / her work packages
• Coordinates and prioritizes project activities in cooperation with partners and the Project Manager
• Ensures the management and monitoring of the budget for his/her work packages, in consultation with the person responsible for the contract and cooperation,  and the Project Manager

C.  Qualifications & Experience Qualifications

• University degree (bachelor’s, master’s/doctoral degree or equivalent) in social sciences (political science, economics and/or law), natural science or other relevant fields ideally with a focus on development and/or extractive industries.

Professional experience

• At least five years of professional experience in a relevant position, preferably in government institutions, donor organizations, the private sector, local authorities or other relevant institutions
• Experience in supporting institutional/organizational development in the private and/or public sector and managing multi-stakeholder processes
• Experience in dealing with donor organizations and their administrative requirements
• Very good understanding of the mining sector in Sierra Leone and issues related to good governance in the extractive sector
• Good knowledge of key stakeholders and government institutions in charge of regulating the mining sector
• Good knowledge of international standards of resource governance (EITI, Kimberley Process, Africa Mining Vision, Sustainable Development Goals, etc.) as well as national efforts to improve the management of the mining sector

Other knowledge and competences

• Excellent management and organizational skills and ability to work independently
• Proven track record in a technical position in local development and/or institutional development
• Proven advisory skills, including at senior management level in the public and private sector
• Proven analytical and networking skills
• Good knowledge of information and communication technologies and computer applications (MS Office, Internet)
• Excellent written and oral command of English. Knowledge of German or French would be an asset.

ASSIGNMENT PERIOD

01/07/2021 – 31/12/2022, subject to three months’ probation.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary according to GIZ’s national salary scheme with additional benefits. International working environment.

Submission Guideline:

Suitable applicants are requested to submit their complete application (cover letter, curriculum vitae and references) as hardcopy to GIZ GmbH, Human Resources Department, 32D Wilkinson Road, Freetown (near Comium office) or by email to GIZ Recruitment Sierra Leone at :

recruitmentsl@giz.de

not later thanthe 28/05/2021 at 5.00 pm.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

CONTACT

 

HR Officer GIZ Recruitment Sierra Leone:

recruitmentsl@giz.de

 

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2.) Senior Private Sector Officer (SPSO)

 

GIZ GmbH is supporting the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development of the Government of Sierra Leone in the implementation of the Employment Promotion Programme (EPP). The overall objective is to create employment for the younger generation through business development in the agricultural and other sectors and to enhance the employability of young people in the but not limited to rural areas of Falaba, Kailahun, Kono and Koinadugu. Our approach is gender and inclusion oriented.

Currently GIZ GmbH has two open posts in Freetown:

„Senior Private Sector Officer (SPSO)” Band 5

Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women with equal experience, comparable education and test scores.

As the position with technical management responsibility after a transition period, we only ask candidates to apply who meet, exceed, or come very close to the following requirements. Please read the job advertisement carefully. All applications must be written electronically and include a covering letter (1 page), a clearly chronologically structured CV (education first, then professional career starting with the last position), reference contacts and certificates. Non-compliance leads to exclusion from the application process.

 

Designation

Requirements (max scoring in brackets)

Senior Private Sector Officer (SPSO)

Willingness and ability to work in remote areas of Sierra Leone (exclusion criterium).
University degree in economics or closely related fields (exclusion criterium).
At least 7 years of relevant professional experience in the field of private sector support (max. 20 points).
Comprehensive knowledge and very good practical applicability of modern electronic data processing (max. 15 points).
Experience in technical management of staff (max. 15 points).
Comprehensive knowledge of effective methods to advance entrepreneurs/enterprises through training and financial support (max. 15 points).
Experience in responsibly steering mid-size interventions of SME support (max 15 points).
Knowledge and practical experience of the SME Business & Coaching Loop approach of GIZ (max 10 points).
Deep understanding of the micro finance sector in Sierra Leone (max 10 points).
Proven committed and goal-oriented self-starter. (max. 10 points).
Good knowledge of designing and organising monitoring activities in the private sector (max 5 points).

Description / tasks

The staff member reports directly to the International Programme Coordinator. He/she will be solely responsible for the development and successful implementation of the SME Business & Coaching Loop (basic, advanced and for illiterate) and the Microfinance activities of the Private Sector Development (PSD) Department. He/she will be responsible to participate in planning and designing as part of the small PSD team and will be responsible for tracking activities and quality control. Some of the team members he/she will co-instruct are based in the implementation areas.

The duty station is Freetown.

Besides the central task of managing the implementation of the SME Business & Coaching Loop for over a thousand entrepreneurs in cooperation with MTI, SMEDA, SLCCIA and service providers, the organisation and control of the allocation and proper use of 1500 micro-grants and 1500 micro-loans is one of the main tasks. The target group consists primarily of rural small businesses with growth potentials operating under different difficulties in obtaining loans.

Special attention is given to the successful extension and adaptation of the SME Business & Coaching Loop concept for further target groups. Activities have already been launched in the direction of “training for advanced businesses” and for “entrepreneurs who cannot read and write”

 

It is intended to fill the position in tandem with experienced GIZ staff for a period of time in order to enable optimal familiarization and comprehensive knowledge transfer.

 

Expected starting date is the 01.08.2021. Suitable applicants are kindly asked to submit their complete application (cover sheet, cover letter, curriculum vitae and references) as hardcopy to GIZ GmbH, Human Resources Department, 32 d Wilkinson Road, Freetown (near Comium office) not later than the 31.05.2021 at 5.00 pm. Hardcopy applications have to be submitted in a sealed and labelled envelope. Softcopy applications can be sent in pdf format .

Again, only complete applications (Meaningful cover letter, detailed structured CV, copies of official references and reference contacts) will be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified and possibly invited for an interview. Upfront inquiries can be made under 088386271 or 076290129. Interviewees should be prepared to be tested for writing and data processing skills (the tasks include the application of Excel formulas, structured writing with word and the creation of meaningful PowerPoint presentations).

 

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3.) Education Officer (EO)

 

GIZ GmbH is supporting the Ministry of Planning and Economic Development of the Government of Sierra Leone in the implementation of the Employment Promotion Programme (EPP). The overall objective is to create employment for the younger generation through business development in the agricultural and other sectors and to enhance the employability of young people in the but not limited to rural areas of Falaba, Kailahun, Kono and Koinadugu. Our approach is gender and inclusion oriented.

Currently GIZ GmbH has opening in Freetown:

 “Education Officer (EO)”. Band  4

Women are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to women with equal experience, comparable education and test scores.

As this is a position with technical management responsibility after a transition period, we only ask candidates to apply who meet, exceed, or come very close to the following requirements. Please read the job advertisement carefully. All applications must be written electronically and include a covering letter (1 page), a clearly chronologically structured CV (education first, then professional career starting with the last position), reference contacts and certificates. Non-compliance leads to exclusion from the application process.

 

Designation

Requirements (max scoring in brackets)

Education Officer (EO)

Willingness and ability to work in remote areas of Sierra Leone (exclusion criterium).
University degree in social sciences, socio-economics, education or closely related fields (exclusion criterium).
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience as a non-teacher in the field of education (max. 20 points).
Knowledge and experience in gender mainstreaming (max. 20 points).
Good knowledge and practical applicability of modern electronic data processing (max. 20 points).
Good knowledge of effective methods for youth for rapid skills development and development of competency-based training (max. 10 points).
Experience in the development and successful implementation of educational interventions (max 10 points).
Proven committed and goal-oriented self-starter. (max. 5 points).
Experience in successfully including the private sector in the public education system. (max. 5 points).
Good knowledge of designing and organizing monitoring activities in the education sector (max 5 points).
Experience in technical management of staff (max. 5 points).

 

Description / tasks

The staff member reports directly to the international TVET advisor and is responsible for implementing the activities of the TVET department. He/she will participate in the planning and design as part of the team and will be responsible for the follow-up of activities and quality control. He will be part of the TVET technical team, which consists of about 10 people. Some of the team members are stationed in the implementation areas.

The duty station is Freetown.

In addition to the central task of implementing and monitoring large-scale training courses for young people in life skills (including VSLA), business skills and trade skills in collaboration with MTHE, NCTVA and NAYCOM, the tasks include organizing and controlling the construction and equipping of vocational schools.

Special attention is given to the successful and sustainable integration of the private sector into the country’s training landscape. A strong focus will be on cooperation with the agriculture, handicraft- sector, hospitality, tourism, trade and transport sectors, among others. One approach will be to bring training and apprentices into the companies (dual system) and to strengthen the quality of in-company training.

 

It is intended to fill the position in tandem with experienced GIZ staff for a period of time in order to enable optimal familiarization and comprehensive knowledge transfer.

 

Expected starting date is the 01.08.2021. Suitable applicants are kindly asked to submit their complete application (cover sheet, cover letter, curriculum vitae and references) as hardcopy to GIZ GmbH, Human Resources Department, 32 d Wilkinson Road, Freetown (near Comium office) not later than the 31.05.2021 at 5.00 pm. Hardcopy applications have to be submitted in a sealed and labelled envelope. Softcopy applications can be sent in pdf format to.

Again, only complete applications (Meaningful cover letter, detailed structured CV, copies of official references and reference contacts) will be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be notified and possibly invited for an interview. Upfront inquiries can be made under 088386271 or 076290129. Interviewees should be prepared to be tested for writing and data processing skills (the tasks include the application of Excel formulas, structured writing with word and the creation of meaningful PowerPoint presentations).

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JOB TITLE: Gender Based Violence Technical Officer
COUNTRY PROGRAM: Sierra Leone
LOCATION: Freetown
POSITION: 1

Please Note:
Humanity & Inclusion has clear institutional policies on “Child Protection”, “Anti-fraud, Bribery and Corruption”, “Gender” and “Protection of Beneficiaries from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment”. It is therefore mandatory for all staff to commit themselves to respect, uphold and promote these policies, and to sign the HI Code and Conduct.

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an International NGO which has been working closely with the Government of Sierra Leone, international and national partners in the country since 1996, supporting vulnerable groups and people with disability. Program areas include: capacity building in rehabilitation; advocacy and rights, mother and child health, economic empowerment, mental health, protection and inclusive education. HI is currently implementing projects for the promotion of inclusive education, mental health and psychosocial support, and inclusion technical assistance to other organizations.

 

Project and Position Overview
“A whole School Approach to Prevent School-Related Gender-Based Violence: Minimum Standards and Monitoring Framework” is a new project HI implements during April and December 2021. It aims to challenge gender norms, attitudes and practices that negatively affect girls in Sierra Leone and which contribute to gender based violence (GBV), including school related GBV (SR-GBV). The project will provide a comprehensive, whole-school approach and community-led solution for inclusive SR-GBV prevention and response while simultaneously strengthening national systems.

To ensure the technical expertise of this project, HI is launching the recruitment of one Protection/GBV technical officer. The position will be based in Freetown with regular field visit across the country.
Line Manager: Project Manager
Functional links: Operations Manager, Protection Global Specialist HQ, Technical Unit Manager, M&E Officer, Shared Services Managers (Finances and HR/Logistics),
Main internal interfaces

• Country Director
• Operation Manager
• Technical Specialist
• Project Manager
• M&E Officer
• Shared Services Managers (Finances and HR/Logistics) Main external interfaces
• Community Stakeholders
• Other GBV & Protection stakeholders/actors
• Visitors/external evaluators

OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION:
Under the responsibility of the Project Manager, the Protection/GBV Technical Officer contributes to the implementation of Humanity & Inclusion’s mandate and 10- year strategy in his or her home country. He/she contributes to the implementation of a project “A Whole School Approach to Prevent School-Related Gender-Based Violence: Minimum Standards and Monitoring Framework” by providing technical expertise related to protection, including Child Protection, and Gender-based Violence (GBV) as well as to ensure that the quality and impact of the project concerned is optimised. He or She works closely with the programme’s technical team.

Expected Start Date: 10th May 2021
Salary: As per HI salary scale
Probation Period: 3 months
Duration of Contract: Initial one (1) year

All interested candidates should send their CVs and cover letters only, with attachments bearing your full name; example: John Doe – CV (for your CV) and John Doe – Cover Letter (for your cover letter) including at least 2 professional references’ – Institutional contacts ONLY (active email address and phone number), with the subject of the position applied for by email only to:

recruitment@sierraleone.hi.org.

Closing date for applications is 21st April 2021.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Deutsche Welthungerhilfe is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) M & E Officer
2.) WASTE management Technician and Counsellor (x2)
3.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Accountability Expert

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) M & E Officer

 

Organization/project profile and background:

Deutsche Welthungerhilfe was founded as the National Committee for the Freedom from Hunger Campaign of the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in 1962. Today, Welthungerhilfe is one of the biggest private development organizations in Germany. The organization is non-profit, non‐political, and non-denominational. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fight hunger and poverty. Currently, Welthungerhilfe is working in more than 70 different countries all over the world. Welthungerhilfe in Sierra Leone aims in cooperation with state and civil society partners, to make an effective contribution to food and nutrition security of disadvantaged sections of the population.

 

WHH is an equal opportunity employer, women are encouraged to participate.

 

Name of Project: Improved Waste Management Support for Kono City – SLE 1079

Job Title: M & E Officer

Location: Koidu

Contract Duration: One year with possible extension

 

Job purpose: Under the direct supervision of the Head of Project, the M&E Officer is responsible for implementing a high-quality Monitoring and Evaluation aspects of the project. The role will provide guidance and field support to the project’s operations in terms of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL).
The position will be required to apply and mainstream M&E and Accountability systems in alignment with Welthungerhilfe’s and international humanitarian principles. The role also coordinates all M&E tasks and communication with internal and external stakeholders under the leadership and guidance of the HoP.

 

Reporting to: Head of Project

 

Main Responsibilities: – Ensure that an effective and participatory M&E system for the above-mentioned project is established by developing the overall framework for project M&E, for example; Annual project reviews, participatory impact assessment, process monitory operations, monitoring lesson learnt and workshops.

• Contribute to the development, and continuously update the M&E plan in line with the project logical framework, defined project indicators, M&E Calendar, Indicator Tracking Table (ITT), Detailed implementation plan (DIP), field-level data collection tools, mobile data collection tools, and databases for collection, consolidation, and reporting.
• Ensure direct implementation is monitored on a regular basis as per quality standards, and humanitarian principles through schedule visits, data quality audits, spot check/verification visits against reports, and reports reviews.
• Design and maintenance of a relational data base as a source for the project information system
• Perform and documents procedures for data preparation including data cleaning standardization and analysis.
• Develops data collection and evaluation methodologies including format design, project criteria and requirements, data compilation, relevance and usage.
• Determine data needed to be collected and the appropriate data resources for the project.
• Formulate, implements, and enforces proper data collection policies and procedures.
• Establish data quality standards and ensure standards are met.
• Coordinate the development of the M&E plan by seeking stakeholder input to produce these plans.
• Prepare report on M&E findings, working closely with HoP, PA and technical staff and implementing partners.
• Ensure easy public access to M&E and make sure they are widely distributed to all possible communication and social medial platforms, Facebook profile, Instagram etc.
• Develop and align action plan with budget and monitor implementation.

Any other duty as assign by Country Director

 

Experience:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in MEAL field

Education:

• University degree in Computer Sciences, Information Technology, Statistics, or related technical field. Other specializations can be accepted based on previous experience.
• Personal Skills: – Proven experience in data analysis and producing reports.
• Thorough knowledge in quantitative and qualitative data collection methods and analysis is essential, Especially the use of MS Excel, Power BI, etc.
• Proven experience in leading Surveys (mix methodologies) from designing to report writing.
• Excellent knowledge in writing technical M&E reports is essential.
• Thorough knowledge on Sphere, Core humanitarian standards, child rights, HAP and evaluation criteria are essential.
• Proven experience in maintaining a fully functional M&E system.
• Experience in writing and maintaining database design documentation and operating manuals.
• Maturity and professional ability to handle sensitive information and ability to respect the confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work when under pressure.
• Hard-working, proactive, and able to prioritize and delegate a demanding workload.

Computer Skills  good knowledge on windows Preferable windows 10

• good knowledge of MS office including Outlook
• must have an idea on modem communication system. Mobile phone (Hotspot connection) etc
• Skype
• Internet

Starting date
Immediately after interview

Applications for this position should be sent to:

recruitment.sierraleone @ welthungerhilfe.de

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Documents once submitted will not be returned to the applicants, therefore Do NOT submit originals

Closing date: 16th April 2021

 

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2.) WASTE management Technician and Counsellor (x2)

 

Organization/project profile and background:

Deutsche Welthungerhilfe was founded as the National Committee for the Freedom from Hunger Campaign of the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in 1962. Today, Welthungerhilfe is one of the biggest private development organizations in Germany. The organization is non-profit, non‐political, and non-denominational. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fight hunger and poverty. Currently, Welthungerhilfe is working in more than 70 different countries all over the world. Welthungerhilfe in Sierra Leone aims in cooperation with state and civil society partners, to make an effective contribution to food and nutrition security of disadvantaged sections of the population.

WHH is an equal opportunity employer, women are encouraged to participate.

 

Name of Project: Improved Waste Management Support for Kono City – SLE 1079

Job Title: WASTE management Technician and Counsellor

Location: Bo, Kenema

Contract Duration: One year with possible extension

 

Job purpose:

The Waste Management Technician and Counsellor (WMTC) will be responsible to assist the head of project in all of the technical aspects. The WMTC will be working closely with the city council of his/her location in addition to promote the project activities. The WMTC will be responsible to assess community practices in terms of adaptation of proper waste domestic waste management on micro and meso level in close coordination with the HoP. With the support of HoP, he/she will be also playing a key role to mobilize city council efforts to participate in the developed national waste management processes and procedures.

Reporting to: Head of Project

 

Main Responsibilities: – Assist Hop in all relevant duties according to project requirement with a specific focus on technical inputs and project relevant strategic decision making.

• Liaise between HoP and other project staff and key project partners.
• Facilitate technical decision-making process with the project partners and stakeholders.
• Coordinate and create linkages to potential partners / Beneficiaries especially local and national waste traders, SMS’s, CBE’s and entrepreneurs involve in reuse and recycling initiatives as well as waste collection and transformation services.
• Assist in building up new PPP’s in recycling and in waste collection and transportation.
• Give technical and other input in PPP’s contracting.
• Advise the Council for integration and monitoring private initiatives.
• Assist the setting up of identified waste value chains for use in local economy and support start up initiatives involve in the collection of waste, sanitation, recycling and trade.
• Act as technical extension agent for the project.
• Facilitate the creation of waste recycling and reuse strategy for the City and assist in it implementation.
• Facilitate the creation of waste recycling and reuse strategy for the city and assist in it implementation.
• Assist in the conceptualization of the construction of a site to ensure environmentally sound disposal in the city.
• Assist and organize coordination meetings and intercity exchange meetings on solid waste management.
• Participate in Awareness raising /educating about the importance of waste management recycling and possibilities for further processing.
• Assist in the data collection and surveys.
• Attend full council meetings, waste management steering committee meetings, WASH and other stakeholder meetings.
• Any other duty as Assign by supervisor.

Experience:
At least 2 years of NGO work experience
Education:

• University degree in relevant field of study.
• Personal Skills: – Excellent proven technical knowledge/experience in the domestic solid waste management.
• Proven knowledge in recycling practices, and applicable technologies in the project context.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to coordinate with multiple parties and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound judgement and ability to make impartial recommendations.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work when under pressure.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Very good command in MS office.
• Commitment to beneficiary accountability and humanitarian principles
• Hard-working, proactive, and able to prioritize and delegate a demanding workload.

Computer Skills  good knowledge on windows Preferable windows 10

• • good knowledge of MS office including Outlook
  • must have an idea on modem communication system. Mobile phone (Hotspot connection) etc
  • Skype

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i>Internet

Starting date
Immediately after interview

Applications for this position should be sent to:

recruitment.sierraleone @ welthungerhilfe.de

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Documents once submitted will not be returned to the applicants, therefore Do NOT submit originals

Closing date: 16th April 2021

 

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3.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Accountability Expert

 

Organisational Profile Deutsche Welthungerhilfe (WHH) was founded as the National Committee for the Freedom from Hunger Campaign of the Food and Agricultural Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) in 1962. Today, WHH is one of the largest private development organisations in Germany. As a non-profit, non‐political and non-denominational organisation WHH is committed to fight hunger and poverty in currently more than 50 countries all over the world. In Sierra Leone WHH has been implementing development and relief projects since 2003.
In the case of equal suitability, ability and professional experience, female candidates are strongly encouraged
Project Description The WHH SLE program is focusing on the intervention sectors as mentioned below
1. Agriculture: Focus on cash crop production value chains
2. Nutrition: Via the integrated Linking Agriculture, Natural Resource Management towards Nutrition Security approach
3. Land governance: Focus on impact of large-scale agricultural investments on small holder agriculture, large-scale agricultural investment models land governance/rights
4. Integrated waste management in urban areas
5. WASH Self Supply approach
6. Renewable energy
7. Skill development
Regular impact monitoring is a crucial tool to measure sustainability of the WHH interventions as well as effectiveness, efficiency of the activities to achieve the planned program’s / projects’ outcomes. WHH intends to foster impact monitoring within its program in Sierra Leone to improve continuously the overall program impact.
Job Title:  Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Accountability Expert
Project Name: Country Office
Location: Freetown and regular travels to projects locations
Contract Duration: One year with potential extension

 

Job Purpose The Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Accountability Expert will be responsible for mainstreaming impact monitoring into the WHH SLE program thus ensuring that the program maintains its strategic vision
Line Manager(s) Head of Programme
Tasks/Responsibilities a. Closely coordinate strategies and workplan with the Head of Programmes
b. Report to the Head of Programmes.
c. Facilitate the roll out of the impact monitoring of projects.
d. Ensure that an effective and participatory MEAL system for WHH is established by developing the overall framework for the program and projects MEAL.
e. Create data and formats for projects and carry out training sessions monitoring and organize field staff teams for data collection to increase the monitoring efficiency.
f. Ensure linkage with similar databases for projects actors like SPs and Trainers etc.
g. Suggest strategies to the Head of Programmes, Country Directors and Project Management teams for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the project by identifying bottlenecks in completing projects activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks.
h. Regular data analysis and reporting on impact monitoring on results and recommendations to the Head of Programmes and Project Management teams.
i. Prepare specific impact MEAL reports for submission to the donors and WHH HQ.
j. Coach the elaboration of adapted MEAL work plans and questionnaires for data collection by the project MEAL officers.
k. Undertake regular visits to the projects to support implementation of MEAL and to identify where adaptations might be needed.
l. Carry out trainings related to MEAL.
m. Facilitate the implementation of baseline, interim and end line evaluations.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform any additional tasks as requested by Head of Programme and Country Directors
Experience and Education 1. Degree in Social Science
2. Sound MEAL experience in development cooperation
Languages Excellent command of spoken and written English, Krio and few prominent S/L local languages.
Proficiency in German (as an advantage).
Computer Skills Advanced knowledge of basic office programmes (i.e. OpenOffice, MS Office, Access, Excel, Power Point and Word, Blog Design, SPSS).
Excellent knowledge of modern communication technology (i.e. Email, Skype, Chat).
Core Competencies 1. Can think analytically.
(identify key issues and patterns in complex situations, plan independently)
2. Can think flexibly.
(adapt to situations, consolidate different views and adjust approaches)
3. Can manage resources.
(make decisions aimed at improving processes and performance)
4. Can work in and with teams.
(foster a collaborative environment and drive (a) team(s) in one direction)
5. Is diplomatic.
(understand other people and display cross-cultural sensitivity)
6. Can align with organisational standards.
(show integrity and act in compliance with organisational needs, and priorities).
Contact Please send your Application (CV and Cover Letter, no support documents) to:
recruitment.sierraleone @ welthungerhilfe.de

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Documents once submitted cannot be returned to the applicant. Thus, please do not submit Originals.
Closing Date 16th April 2021

FreeBalance is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Functional Support Specialist
2.) Technical Support Specialist

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Functional Support Specialist

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2.) Technical Support Specialist

 

Abt Associates, a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Vector Control Task Order 1. Task Order 1 will support the U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) and USAID to plan and implement an integrated vector control approach with the overall goal of reducing the burden of malaria. Abt has implemented indoor residual spraying (IRS) for PMI since 2011, delivering high-quality IRS programs and gathering the most comprehensive vector control entomological data in the world. Under this contract, Abt will expand entomological monitoring to guide programs focused on insecticide-treated mosquito nets and IRS and continue to assist PMI in reducing the burden of malaria through IRS and capacity building in 22 African countries where malaria is endemic. Abt also will continue to support PMI in IRS monitoring and evaluation, as well as environmental compliance.

Under the supervision of the Entomology Field Coordinator, the seasonal Entomology Field/Insectary technician  will be responsible for timely and high quality field entomological work and will assist with the management of the insectary and laboratory.

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Support implementation of the following set of entomological field activities:
  • Monitor vector susceptibility tests to currently use and candidate insecticides on annual basis.
  • Implement standardized protocols for rearing of mosquito colonies.
  • Daily care for the mosquito colony maintained in the insectary.
  • Ensure that required supplies and equipment are in stock and organized.
  • Maintain the cleanliness in the insectary and all supported areas (laboratory, store etc…)
  • Maintain the cleanliness and order of the insectary storage areas.
  • Ensure that all insectary practices comply with health and safety directives.
  • Assist with any other duties assigned by the supervisor
  • Rear the animal for mosquitoes blood feeding

• • Monitor vector behavior on monthly basis in the targeted sentinel districts using World Health Organization (WHO) standard mosquito sampling methods.
  • Conduct the morphological identification of all the mosquitoes collected and label them properly.
  • Conduct ovaries dissection on the unfed malaria vectors
  • Ensure proper and timely data recording on the data collection forms
  • Conduct larvae collection

• Participate in other field activities as required
• Adhere to the Standard Operational Procedures for these activities
• Ensure proper and timely data recording and entry.

Qualification requirements include the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree (desirable), in Entomology, Biology, veterinary or other related field.
• At least one (1) year of experience in laboratory or veterinary work.
• Knowledge in computer skills (able to run programs such as Microsoft word, Excel ).
• Knowledge of English.
• Experience with laboratory animal rearing is an added advantage.

JUNIOR LEVEL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS include the following:

• Diploma in biological studies/molecular biology/laboratory techniques or,
• Bachelor of Science Degree (desirable) or a Master of Science Degree.

Candidates will be hired on a rolling basis so you are advised to apply as soon as you can.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested individuals should click on the button below to apply.

 

 

 

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