Our client, who is one of the leading global financial institutions operating in Sierra Leone is inviting suitable candidates to apply for the following positions:
Credit & Marketing Officers
Location: Head Office, Freetown
Wellington Industrial Area Branch
Kenema
Freetown International Airport Branch

Tellers
Location: Head Office, Freetown
Freetown International Airport Branch
Other Branches

Customer Service Officers
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Funds Transfer Officers
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Loan Review / Recovery Officer
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Auditors
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Risk Officer / Credit Admin
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Finance Officer
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Legal Officer
Location: Head Office, Freetown
Info Tech Administrator
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Secretary cum Personal Assistant to Executive Management
Location: Head Office, Freetown

Required Qualifications
1. Five credit level performance in WASSCE/ GSCE O’LEVEL examination including English and Mathematics (please provide WAEC result).
2. Bachelor’s Degree preferably in relevant fields with a minimum of second class.
3. Master’s Degree and professional qualifications will be an added advantage

How to Apply

To apply for any of the positions listed above, kindly submit a hard copy of your Cover letter, and CV at our office:
Craft HR
60 Upper Wellington Street
Freetown
Or
Send electronically to:

info@craft-hr.com
Crafthr60@gmail.com
Only candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.
Experienced and female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Closing date for the submission of applications is Monday 15th November 2021.

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Company Overview:

About Palladium – Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies and, most importantly, people’s lives.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status.

Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or any other circumstance, please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com

Safeguarding – We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

Project Overview and Role:

The objective of the CELGA Activity is to build upon both the Sierra Leone Election Dialogue Series (SLEDS) and the Women Empowered for Leadership and Development (WELD) projects. USAID/Guinea and Sierra Leone anticipates awarding a projected five-year activity that will support democracy and governance objectives in Sierra Leone. The project aims to (a) Increase effective and informed citizen and civil society participation in local government and political processes, and (b) bolster the capacity of local governance institutions to provide critical services and be more transparent in their processes.

Palladium seeks a Senior Governance Advisor to support project objectives of the USAID-funded Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability project. S/he will report directly to the Chief of Party. This position will be based in Sierra Leone and is contingent upon contract award to Palladium.

Duration: 5 years (anticipated start in January 2022) Location: Sierra Leone

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

– Provide technical support and analysis for project governance programming which includes political systems strengthening, peace building, social accountability, civil society strengthening, and city government technical assistance; – Liaise with local and state government agencies in Sierra Leone, consortium partners, and other Sierra Leonean governmental and non-government stakeholders to support project objectives; – Support Chief of Party in implementing programmatic, strategic development, and quality control duties; – Assess technical needs at the district level and propose interventions that respond to those needs; – Design program methodologies, approaches and tools that will improve citizen and CSO engagement in political sphere and strengthen governance structures at the sub-national level; – Comply with USAID and Palladium reporting requirements on program impact and implementation; – Provide training, guidance and oversight to team members to ensure consistency and quality of delivery; – Support continuous learning and adaptation, working closely with the COP and other team members; – Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications:

– Master’s degree in International Development, Public Administration, Political Science, International Relations, or related area, with 10 years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree and 12 years of experience – At least ten (10) years of progressive relevant international development programming experience – at least five (5) years of experience in the implementation and management of international donor- (including USAID-) funded projects that focus on innovative governance improvement methodologies, government capacity development, decentralization, or institutional strengthening programs, preferably in Africa – At least three (3) years of experience working in Sierra Leone – Demonstrated capability to lead/supervise a diverse team with different development partners, donors, CSOs and host country government counterparts – Broad knowledge of key government, civil society, private sector, faith-based and media actors who are potential allies for the project’s goals. – Reputation for professional excellence including outstanding facilitation, strategic planning, and management skills (as evidenced by references and achievements). – Experience working in gender, vulnerable populations (including children) and/or human rights desired – Fluency in English.

How to Apply

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Project: “Technical Assistance in Support to Civil Society and Local Authorities for local development in Sierra Leone”

The project aims at contributing to the country’s long-term stability, equitable growth, poverty reduction, democratisation, and the rule of law, and to fostering an integrated local development approach by strengthening the capacities of relevant actors involved with a view to achieving integrated and gender sensitive development strategies and initiatives.

Position: Short Term Non-Key Legal Expert

Responsibilities: Draft Public Private Partnership Agreements

Usual office base: Freetown, Pujehun, Bombali, Kenema, Kambia, Falaba and Karene

Type of Assignment: Full-time 20 days

Duration: Start/End of Assignment Approx. September to October 2021

Number of working days: Up to 20 working days

Conduct of Experts and disclaimer

The expert will respect any applicable provision of the General Conditions for Service Contracts for EC External Actions.

Academic Qualifications

Qualifications and skills required (Applicable to both IEs)

The expert should have a relevant legal qualification at Masters level including drafting skills; and be a legal practitioner with ten years professional experience.

Technical Qualifications

• Experience in drafting contracts including public private partnership agreements.
• Experience working with private sector in business development.
• Experience working with multi-stakeholder decentralised local governance structures such as District Councils will be an added advantage.
• Experience and knowledge in Public-Private Partnership regulations and models.
• In-depth understanding of contracting principles, processes and client approaches will be an advantage.
• The experience of public-private arrangements in the African context will be an advantage.
• Strong technical and general writing skills.
• Ability to think strategically and integrate diverse information from varied sources.
• 7 years or more of functionally-related professional legal advisory experience.
• Have a good knowledge of PPP policy and concept as well as the prevailing PPP related laws and regulations in Sierra Leone

Tasks

• Review and analyse the existing legal framework for the origination and structuring of public private partnerships, including recent legislation.
• Review relevant rules, regulations, and guidelines applicable to these types of partnerships between the private sector and the local councils.
• Review and analyse the existing regulatory framework for the origination and structuring of PPP transactions.
• Review and analyse the existing compliance regime in enforcing such partnerships.
• Provide legal advice and review of the proposed PPP project structures in view of the prevailing regulations.
• Identify gaps and challenges in the legislation including originating and enforcement of such partnerships.
• Hold consultations with the councils including the chairpersons, councillors, and chief administrators and private sector representatives, CSOs, the chamber of commerce and investors to determine their legal needs and requirements in relation to the partnership agreement with the private sector.
• Provide legal advice/opinion to the councils on some of the considerations for entering into partnership agreements with the private sector.
• Provide legal advice on Licensing, permitting, land acquisition and other legal risks
• Draft public private partnership contracts for specific investments in the designated district.

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Description

Policy and Partnerships Specialist

LOCATION

Kono or Freetown

REPORTS TO

Director of Policy and Partnerships

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Development and Management

• Work across the organization and with the Director of Policy and Partnerships and Government Relations Director to translate PIH-Sierra Leone’s vision, and clinical and program strategies into high-quality programs supported by well-structured, mission-aligned partnerships
• Independently develop and draft high quality, written program reports to tight deadlines, working across the organization to bring together and analyze program, clinical, M&E, advocacy and other information and data
• Work closely with teams to translate clinical and program strategies into structured programs and projects
• Support program, clinical and M&E teams in developing and adhering to high-quality theories of change, work plans and M&E systems to increase organizational impact and results
• Drive results by identifying implementation challenges and lessons learnt, working across the organization to build consensus and momentum in project implementation
• Ensure donor-funded project portfolio supports PIH-Sierra Leone’s strategy, proactively working to minimize mission drift and undue burden on clinical and program teams
• Develop and report on KPIs for Policy and Partnerships Team
• Develop and lead organization-wide quarterly review meetings to reflect on lessons learnt and ways to increase impact; support strategic planning process
• Work to support overall Government Engagement in translating opportunities identified for resource mobilization into project proposal.

Business Development

• Lead and support drafting of high-quality technical and non-technical proposals, concept notes, program briefs and other materials for potential funders , communicating PIH vision through clear and compelling narratives
• Work closely with Boston Public Sector Partnership & Foundations and program and clinical teams, including responding to requests, ensuring timely submissions, and defining work flows
• Lead on reporting and analysis of funding opportunities and fundraising pipeline, and co-develop fundraising strategy with Director of Partnerships
• Research, identify and cultivate potential new partnerships

Partner Relations

• Support Director of Policy and Partnerships and Director of Government Relations in managing PIH-Sierra Leone’s strategic relationships, including MOHS, institutional partners (e.g., the World Bank, UK Government, Global Fund), NGO partners and private donors, through speaking credibly to PIH-SL impact and responsive stewardship
• Build strong relationships with all partners through transparency, flexibility and mutual respect , for collaboration, information-sharing, joint advocacy and funding partnerships
• Coordinate donor visits and meetings with current and potential partners, working across the organization to effectively present PIH’s impact to external audiences

Government Relations, Alignment and Coordination

• Through the Director of Government Relations, support strong relationships with partner organizations for collaboration, information-sharing, and joint advocacy
• Liaise with PIH program staff and central MOH S to ensure PIH programs are aligned with MOH priorities and aligned with key national targets
• Provide updates on key MOH policies and priorities relevant to PIH’s work to Executive Director, Director of Partnerships, and key program staff
• Prepare and support quarterly key stakeholder meetings with national and local officials and key PIH stakeholders to ensure regular communication, sharing of opportunities and challenges, and continued strengthening of local government relations

• Draft quarterly and ad-hoc reports to Kono local government, and national government; represent PIH in high-level district stakeholder meetings, and be a point of contact for external stakeholders
• Support PIH Director of Government Relations with other tasks as require d

Policy and Advocacy

• Develop and disseminate high-quality program briefs documenting the impact of PIH programs, including through meetings with MOHS and other partners
• Coordinate or lead policy analyses to assess the application of leading evidence as well as equity assessments to help advocate for improved pro-poor policies
• Position PIH as leading thought and technical partner, including sharing and supporting the scale-up of PIH’s proven, evidence-based interventions
• Contribute to GoSL policy and program development through participation in working groups and technical advising, and coordinate with PIH technical experts in areas of key interest to MOHS to provide inputs to technical processes

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor’s degree
• Track record in relevant sector e.g., INGOs, healthcare, public health, international development, government, professional services, academia, social justice
• Track record of successfully delivering complex, fast-paced projects with multiple stakeholders and deliverables , to tight timelines
• Strong and independent writer and editor, with experience drafting succinct, high-quality, technical written deliverables
• Experience with donor-funded projects in public health or international development
• Strong user of Microsoft Word, Outlook and internet applications; comfortable with PowerPoint and Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, and ability to structure and recall information, and develop processes and systems for project and information management
• Willingness to spend multiple weeks a month in field locations in rural Sierra Leone
• Ability to work with humility and achieve results, including in settings with resource limitations , through entrepreneurial mindset, planning and persistence
• Passion for PIH’s mission and commitment to social justice and developing a preferential option for the poor in healthcare

Desirable

• Master’s degree in relevant subject e.g., public health, policy, development, business
• Experience in Sierra Leone or similar African /low-income country setting
• Prior experience working in global public health and/or clinical settings, especially in PIH priority areas (e.g., infectious diseases, NCDs, maternal health, clinical education)
• Prior experience in fundraising and business development, including proposal writing and development of pitch decks
• Extensive prior experience in development and management of donor-funded projects , including report writing, donor stewardship and grant management
• Strong Excel, PowerPoint and/or graphic design skills

 

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Closure Date: 09/Jul/2021, 9:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit : FRSIL

Job Type: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition : PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Grade Level : N/A

Primary Location: Sierra Leone-Freetown

 

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background, and culture
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented member nations, and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
• Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold our values. FAO has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and FAO, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
• All selected candidates, therefore, will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
• All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
• The incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities and/or duty stations depending on the evolving needs of the Organization

Organizational Setting

The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are collaborating on a new 5-year project: Global Transformation of Forests for People and Climate: a focus on West Africa.

The project is implemented by FAO in partnership with ECOWAS, with financial support from Sida, and is key to accompany the implementation of the ECOWAS Convergence Plan for the Sustainable Management and Use of Forest Ecosystems in West Africa , which was adopted in 2013. The Convergence Plan aims to mobilize political, institutional, financial and technical support to address transboundary forest issues across ECOWAS’s 15 member states.

The project’s objective is to strengthen decision-making on forests and land management across West Africa by improving knowledge of forest dynamics, strengthening legal forestry frameworks, and demonstrating and sharing the best community-based forest practices across the region. It is expected that sharing lessons learned and best practice will take place within the region as well as globally.

The project has three priority focus areas: Focus area 1: Knowledge of the state of forest ecosystem dynamics

Focus area 2: Forest and land related laws, policies and strategies at the sub-regional level; and

Focus area 3: Demonstration of community-based sustainable forest and land use practices and encouraging south-south cooperation

Specifically, Focus Area 2 seeks to support initially the development of four or five legal gap analyses, based on country needs that will contribute to sustainable forest management and to addressing transboundary threats to forest ecosystems in West Africa.

In the ECOWAS region, many member states identify weak forest sector governance and institutions, as well as a lack of consistency between laws and implementation across borders, as critical challenges to sustainably manage forests. The African Forest Forum (2014) highlights cross-border trade in West Africa as being essential for livelihoods in the region, yet unsustainable practices such as illegal trade of wildlife and forest products undermine the livelihood benefits that could otherwise be derived. This issue is particularly relevant at a sub-regional level as sawn timber, plywood and fuelwood are traded from the Guinean rainforest countries to Sahelian countries through both legal and illegal channels.

The engagement of local communities in community-based forest management and forest-law enforcement varies across the sub-region but holds potential in addressing the drivers of deforestation including illegal logging and agricultural encroachment. Local communities’ involvement, both in terms of proximity and interest, can help protect and conserve forest resources. Their natural proximity to the forest, deep knowledge of its systems and dynamics, and strong intra-community relationships – enhanced through a sense of ownership based on tenure security – are some of the likely factors for efficient and cost-effective protection of forest resources.

Often community involvement is limited by lack of legal forest tenure rights to access and manage forest resources – rights which if secured, would benefit both local livelihoods and forest management. At the same time, international, regional and sub-regional treaties and agreements that consider a human rights based approach to protect the environment, water, biodiversity, and forests are becoming a priority for legislators and national parliaments.

Cross-sectoral legal harmonization should reflect a balanced approach in promoting economic development objectives along with conservation of natural resources. Any legal arrangement, requires multi-sectoral coordination based on an articulated dialogue involving key stakeholders at multiple scales, and across borders.

During phase I, legal gap analyses will be conducted in four/five countries where forestry legislation is currently under revision or development, and where major transboundary concerns related to forest management can be tackled. In addition to those criteria, countries facing high deforestation rates, according to the technical studies undertaken under focus area 1, will be prioritized.

The Upper Guinea Forest Ecosystem involving five States (Côte d’Ivoire, Liberia, Ghana, Guinea and Sierra Leone) is expected to meet those requirements, due to an expanding and uncontrolled demand on forested land and natural resources, and from the fragmentation, transformation and conversion of the forested lands to other types of land use cover (World Bank 2015). As such, the lack of cooperation and common regulations among the riparian countries is considered a major threat for the sustainable management of existing transboundary natural resources and for the restoration of rapidly degrading ones.

This project will encourage bordering countries to build consensus on transboundary concerns related to natural resources and forests. This may be achieved for example through the adoption of harmonized, homologated and/or multi/bilateral agreements aiming to promote consistency among national laws or to implement regulatory frameworks, with the involvement of local communities and relevant stakeholders.

Under the current circumstances, COVID-19 might imply a stronger pressure on natural resources including forests, and increase illegal activities (illegal mining, poaching etc.) due to reduced enforcement and political attention focused on COVID-19 and economic recovery. For this reason, the activities under this consultancy could be realigned partially to undertake an assessment of the strength of current legal and governance frameworks regulating forest tenure and forest resources, to mitigate the impact of the COVID crisis on forest-related activities, including an assessment of (i) the rights to access forested areas, (ii) the rights to use, extract or protect Non-Timber Forest Products, (iii) agro – forestry encroachments.

Reporting Lines

The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the coordinator of the FAO sub regional office for West Africa, under the direct administrative supervision of the FAO country office representative and under the technical supervision of the project manager, the forestry legal officer at HQ and the legal officer based at the sub regional office, in close collaboration with the assistant FAOR program of the country office and in consultation with relevant national counterparts

Technical Focus

The objective of the incumbent is to analyse the forest related legal framework, and submit recommendations to promote legal reforms and/or implement the legal provisions required to protect the forests and reduce deforestation in the target region, at the national and sub-regional levels, in collaboration with relevant national institutions and other key actors. The legal report will focus on the major drivers of deforestation and land degradation, taking into consideration a community-based approach and centring the legal gap analysis on forest-related transboundary issues affecting more than one country within the ECOWAS region. This analysis will be done in close consultation with the stakeholders at the national and sub-regional level, including the focal points, the government interlocutors and the relevant local institutions (public, private, IGOs, NGOs, community and decentralized organizations) implicated in the planning and management of forests, natural resources and the environment.

Tasks and responsibilities

The national legal consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Develop a work plan to be presented within the first 15 days of the consultancy, including the description of the products, the methodology and the timeline.
• Develop a legal analysis, based on the outline prepared by FAO, focusing on forestry related legislation, taking into consideration regional and international instruments, highlighting existing opportunities, gaps, and inconsistencies among and within forest-related sectors, that affect the sustainable management of forests, specifically focusing on 1) legal gaps that contribute to issues affecting transboundary forest ecosystems, and 2) legal gaps that constrain the full engagement of local communities (including vulnerable groups, women, IPs and youth) in sustainable forest management. A desk review of relevant statutory instruments (including laws, acts, regulations, decrees, resolutions and customary instruments/practices) as well as interviews with key stakeholders from governmental non-governmental entities will be the basis to develop the legal analysis.
• Based on the legal gap analysis, the consultant will include a set of recommendations to promote legal reforms or implement the forest legal framework, including institutional and multilateral arrangements needed to address transboundary forest issues and to improve sustainable management of community forestry. The analysis should include a review of benefit-sharing schemes, legal (vs illegal) trade of timber and non-timber forest products among countries, forest management planning tools, land and forests tenure security, as well as co-management schemes of protected areas. A gender lens will be applied to the analysis and recommendations.
• Organize a workshop (or virtual meeting) in close collaboration and under the guidance of the national authorities to share and validate the findings and recommendations of the legal gap analysis, inviting relevant national and sub-regional relevant stakeholders, including the focal points, the government interlocutors and the relevant local institutions (public, private, IGOs, NGOs, community and decentralized organizations) implicated in the planning and management of forests, natural resources and the environment. The FAO country office and HQs/sub regional team will provide logistical and technical support as needed. Relevant stakeholders will be invited to attend the workshop.
• Present the final legal gap analysis to the national authorities for its final validation, with the aim of promoting understanding and ownership of the analysis and recommendations.
• Any other duty agreed upon with the supervisor and contributing to the achievement of the successful implementation of the assigned tasks.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in law. preferably with a specialization on environmental, forestry or natural resources law
• At least 5 years of professional experience in the legal field, in particular in assessments of the legal and institutional frameworks governing the forestry and forestry related sector including land and community rights
• Knowledge of the structure and normative contents of forestry related legislation at national, regional and international levels
• Proven ability to build good relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including government institutions, NGOs, and local communities, and conduct fieldwork.
• Work experience in Sierra Leone.

• National of Sierra Leone or resident in the country with a regular work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication Skills
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work
• Very good sense of organization and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to work in a harmonious and effective way in a multicultural team
• Ability to work closely with national institutions and governmental entities
• Understanding of the gender and governance implications of the management of forest and natural resources.
• Previous experience working on international donor projects is highly preferred.
• Proven ability in drafting clearly and precisely in English, and in conducting in-depth but succinct analyses of legal matters with specific and practical recommendations; the ability to read and / or write in French would be an advantage.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
• For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org /employment/home/en/

HOW TO APPLY To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile. If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

FAO IS A NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT

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Terms of Reference

Consultancy for the examination of institutional laws and policies for the conservation and management of Yawri Bay ecosystem in Sierra Leone’s Coastal Corridor.

Project Title: Conserving Yawri Bayeco-system in Sierra Leone’s Coastal Corridor

Consultancy:
Examining the institutional laws and policies for the conservation and management of Yawri Bay ecosystem in Sierra Leone

Location: Yawri-Bay in Sierra Leone’s Coastal Corridor

Type of contract: Individual contract

Start Date: May 2021

End date: July 2021

Introduction
The Conservation Society of Sierra Leone seeks to engage an expert to examine the National Protected Area Authorization and Conservation Trust Act and the Environmental Protection Act to achieve improved coordination and integration on implementation of environment-related policies, legislation to promote conservation, protection and sustainable management of the Yawri Bay’s natural resources.

Background.

Yawri Bay is one of nine Key Biodiversity Areas in Sierra Leone recognised in the Guinea Forest Ecosystem Profile and part of the Northern Upper Guinea Ecoregion which is classified as continentally outstanding. It is one of the only four areas in Sierra Leone identified in the Profile (Table 12.2) as a “Priority Site” for CEPF investment. The Bay was designated as an Important Bird Area in 1992 and the Government of Sierra Leone has identified Yawri Bay as one of 15 proposed Protected Areas.
Yawri Bay is one of the most important stop-overs and wintering grounds for birds in West Africa. Forty-six species of Palearctic migrant birds are known to occur in the bay. Four of these species – Avocet, Lesser-crested Tern, Water Dikkop and the near-threatened Damara Tern – were first recorded for Sierra Leone at this site.

The mangroves in this area are under threat particularly for timber and charcoal, and for oil and gas exploration. During 1980-2006, Sierra Lost 37% of its mangrove cover (Feka et al 2014). The trend has unfortunately continued.

Yawri Bay supports a major local fishing industry, especially at Tombo and Shenge, which supplies most of the fish consumed in Freetown. There is also a viable local salt industry in the area. These activities provide employment opportunities for local inhabitants but also pose major threats to the Bay.

Despite Yawri Bay being one of only four areas in Sierra Leone identified in the CEPF Profile (Table 12.2) as a “Priority Site” for CEPF investment; it currently has no legal protection. No government land use policy exists for the area. Legislation designed to prevent over-fishing exists but is poorly enforced.
In summary, the Yawri Bay ecosystem in Sierra Leone has been degraded and is susceptible to further decline. The major threats are the destruction of mangroves, unsustainable harvest of fish and crustaceans, loss of coastal shorelines, and disturbance of animals by people. These threats are driven by gaps in our knowledge of the Bay, insufficient legal protection, non-compliance with existing environmental laws, and the fact that at present residents do not benefit from protecting the Bay.
To address the realized environmental policy and legislative coordination shortfalls, the Conservation Society of Sierra Leone through CEPF is facilitating the examination of NPAA, CTF and EPA Acts and to advise/ recommend on the adequacy and or areas for improvement to ensure effective protection of Yawri Bay if designated a Ramsar Site.

The objective of the assignment
The main objective of this consultancy is to achieve improved coordination and integration on the implementation of environment-related policies, legislation to promote conservation, protection and sustainable management of the Yawri Bay’s natural resources.

Responsibility of CSSL
The organization will be responsible for the following:
Payment of consultancy fees
Project staff and management to work closely with the consultant to ensure ownership of the process and document
Making appointments, organizing discussions and consultation meetings with key stakeholders, as needed/appropriate

Responsibility of the consultant
Examine the National Protected Area Authorization and Conservation Trust Act and the Sierra Leone Environmental Protection Acts and
Advise / recommend to project management and subsequently the government of Sierra Leone on the adequacy and or areas for improvement to ensure effective protection of Yawri Bay if designated a Ramsar Site.
/effectivelness of the acts
Produce a report with recommendations on the adequacy of current laws and the need for improved laws or regulations (if any) and /or effective enforcement of the policies and regulations to ensure adequate protection of a site such as Yawri Bay if designated a Ramsar Site
Publish/share reports with relevant authorities and work with NPAA to organize briefings on the report to relevant authorities eg. the Parliamentary Oversight Committee on the Environment.
Together with CSSL and local community elders, hold two community consultations in each of 5 villages with 50 participants per meeting (20 from host communities and 30 from surrounding communities).

Workshops/meeting
One-day Inception Workshop/meeting.
Consultation workshops
One-day Workshop for validation of the assessment report.
Deliverables
Inception report

Consultations report
Validation reports
Final report
Approach/Methodology
The assignment shall involve a desktop study on regional and international best practices, meetings and workshops with stakeholders, any other undertaking as may be agreed that might be deemed necessary for the production of a comprehensive report. The work shall be undertaken in close liaison with and involvement of the following throughout all stages:
National Protected Area Authority (NPAA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Sierra Leone.
Conservation Trust Fund (CTF).
Requirements and Expected Qualifications:
The national consultant refers to an individual.

The national expert is preferably at least Master degree holders in the fields of environmental laws and policies or related discipline.

Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in environment-related programs
Sound previous experience in similar projects in the required domains
Demonstrable analytical skills and report-writing skills.
Excellent, proven management and communication skills and fluency in English and Krio language.

Cost estimates and financing
The expenses of the assessment will be covered under the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Funds grant administered by CSSL.

Implementation Timeline and deliverables
This work is expected to be done within three (3) months and to be completed not later than 30th July 2021 including recruitment, inception, validation and final reporting including soft copies and hard copies sent to the Project Manager and Program Manager and the Executive

Administration
CSSL will provide administrative support to the consultant throughout the implementation of this service. However, he/she should be proactive in making appointments, organizing discussions and consultation meetings with key stakeholders, as needed/appropriate.

 

Applications should be sent to:
The Admin/HR Officer, Conservation Society of Sierra Leone (CSSL),
86A Main Road, Congo Town, Freetown/16 Ishiaka Street, IDA Kenema.

Email: ngaujahmargaret2018@yahoo.com
The closing date for expressions of interest is Friday 28th May 2021

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The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) is recruiting to fill the position of Communications Expert (National) – Development of Justice Sector Communications Strategy.

How to Apply

Please send applications through the following link:
https://www.impactpool.org/jobs/674220

 

 

World Hope International is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Legal Aid Coordinator
2.) Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager
3.) Field Officer

 

World Hope International (WHI) is a Christian relief and development Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) working in Sierra Leone with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering, and injustice through Health, Education, Anti-trafficking in persons, Water and Sanitation, Agriculture and Livelihoods interventions. We seek applications from suitably qualified and competent persons to fill the following position. In partnership with African Programing & Initiative to End Slavery (APRIES), WHI seeks applications from suitably qualified and competent persons for its Prevention and Response to Child Trafficking in persons (PARC-TIP) project, to be implemented in three (3) strategic Districts-Kono, Kenema and Kailahun, with required travels linking National, community-based stakeholders and the Local Government; to fill the following position for the PARC-TIP Project.

 

1.) Legal Aid Coordinator
Reports to: Anti-Trafficking Program Manager
Contract: Fixed Term
Salary: Attractive
Location: Freetown

Job Summary:

The Legal Aid Coordinator provides a range of clerical and administrative services including but not limited to processing legal documentation, preparing correspondence, liaising with the various stakeholders, Government Departments and the general public and providing basic referral information services to beneficiaries to support the effective and efficient operation
of legal services within the Anti-Trafficking Program.

• He/she should be familiar with the sources, principles, and application of the law to help;
• Keeps beneficiaries informed by maintaining contact, communicating case progress;
• Document case studies, best practices and lessons learned from the legal cases handled;
• Handle the identified legal cases and provide individual counselling and case
management;
• Provide effective telephone and counter services to beneficiaries on a regular basis, including provision of information about Legal Aid Services and referral to other agencies;
• Responsible for coordinating training;
• Any other duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.
Working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice.

Qualifications: Education / Knowledge / Technical Skills and Experience
Minimum: a Diploma in Paralegal Studies or any other related area of study from an accredited
and approved university/institution.
• Minimum 4 years proven working experience with an NGO or INGO in a similar position.
• Excellent research and report writing skills,
• Legal administration skills,
• Excellent litigation and client relationships skills,
• Organization, planning, attention to detail,
• Dependability and client confidentiality
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and good teamwork spirit
• High proficiency using Ms. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with their
updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of their certificates to:

The Human Resources and Administrative Manager
World Hope International Sierra Leone
Country Office: 49 Johnson Street Aberdeen, Freetown Sierra Leone
Or
Regional Office: 3 Sylvanus Street Makeni
Or
Send an email to:

SRLHumanResouces@worldhope.org
Closing Date: 14th February 2021
Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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2.) Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Manager
Reports to: Anti-Trafficking Program Manager
Contract: Fixed Term
Salary: Attractive
Location: Makeni

Job Summary:

The principal responsibilities of this post are to provide Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEAL), and assuring quality in data management systems – design, data collection/analysis, monitoring, evaluation, and research. He/she will guide policy and planning interventions to respond to child trafficking issues in Sierra Leone, in partnership with African
Programing & Initiative to End Slavery (APRIES) for the PARC-TIP Project.
Responsibilities:
• Setting up the MEAL system of the project and ensuring that the system and tools produce relevant, timely, quality data in accordance with the MEAL plan;
• Manage the project-level MEAL plan, including activities related to data collection, data entry, data management, and data analysis;
• Produce monthly dashboards, summarizing data from monthly reports on MEAL findings and prepare presentations based on M&E data as required;
• Develop qualitative and quantitative reports on monthly, quarterly, annually and end of project basis in line with reporting needs and share with program manager for review;

• Design and establish knowledge sharing platforms including case studies, workshops, and forums to disseminate lessons & best practices;
• Document evidence towards completion of project milestones and outputs;
• Oversee Project Officers to facilitate appropriate and confidential data collection, compilation, and storage;
• Training of field staff in monitoring and evaluation processes and providing ongoing coaching;
• Carry out field spot checks to monitor quality of reported data;
• Provide the Project Manager with management information which may be required;
• Conduct baseline and end line evaluations and disseminate findings and project results to donors and other stakeholders;
• Support evaluations towards the learning questions and support any additional research;
• Any other duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor
Qualifications: Education / Knowledge / Technical Skills and Experience
Education / Qualification:
• Postgraduate degree, preferably in a relevant discipline with strong evidence of analytical exposure – Desirable
• Undergraduate degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, International Development, or any related field from an approved/accredited University / Institution-Desirable
• Training and a qualification in monitoring, evaluation and learning in an international development context – Desirable

Knowledge and Skills:
• Skills in collecting, analyzing, interpreting qualitative and quantitative data – Essential
• Knowledge of Education systems and development – Desirable
• Knowledge and skills in Information Technology – Essential
• Technological awareness and knowledge of analytical software (MS office, Kobo, Stata, SPSS-Essential
Experience:
• At least 3 years of work experience in the design and implementation of M&E implemented by national and international NGOs
• Experience in a role of which MEAL is/was a key component
• Experience in using quantitative and qualitative methodologies in MEAL analysis
• Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis, and production of reports

• Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software
• Strong training and facilitation skills
• Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken English Personal Characteristics/Other Requirements – (Essential)
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural skills and an ability to interact professionally with donors, project stakeholders, in-country collaborators and staff at all levels of theorganization;
• Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing, working independently with minimal supervision, leading and designing projects autonomously;
• Team player and relationship builder;
• Flexible and adaptable: willing to work irregular hours in accordance with the needs ofthe role and;
• The post entails internal cross-country travels as well as virtual international engagements.
Competencies:
• Organizes and accurately completes multiple tasks in consideration of special assignments, deadlines, available resources and multiple reporting relationships
• In depth knowledge of M&E and development issues
• Excellent knowledge of monitoring and the application of methodology
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to lead implementation of new systems
• Focuses on result for the client
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view Suitably, qualified and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with their updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of their certificates to:

The Human Resources and Administrative Manager
World Hope International Sierra Leone

Country Office: 49 Johnson Street Aberdeen, Freetown Sierra Leone

Or

Regional Office: 3 Sylvanus Street Makeni

Or

Send an email to:

SRLHumanResouces@worldhope.org

Closing Date: 14th February 2021.

Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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3.) Field Officer

Reports to: Anti-Trafficking Program Manager
Contract: Fixed Term
Salary: Attractive
Location: Kailahun

Job Summary:

The Field Officer is responsible for combatting trafficking of human beings (prevention, prosecution, and protection), including the existing practices, procedures, national legal framework, and the international human rights standards. He/she is responsible to collect, register, report and maintain information on project activities, follow up on all aspects of specific
projects, including the provision of functional support to project implementation; in coordination with implementation partners assess and report on program implementation and related issues.

• Attends and contributes to briefings and gives presentations to visiting delegations, with a particular emphasis on trafficking of human beings and human rights;
• Does field visits and participates fully in subsequent discussions and decision making regarding follow up actions on projects;
• Monitors and reports on the human rights issues related to trafficking of human beings, including gender aspects, with a focus on prevention, prosecution and protection;
• Collects, registers, reports and maintains information on project activities, follow up on all aspects of specific projects;

• Provides functional support to project implementation;
• Identifies areas for intervention and provides advice on future strategy directions and
opportunities and develops initiatives to support the Anti-Trafficking Program goals,
particularly those related to combatting trafficking of human beings and gender aspects;
• Any other duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.
Qualifications: Education / Knowledge / Technical Skills and Experience
Minimum: a Diploma in Community Development Studies/Social Work or any other related area of study from an accredited and approved university/institution.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional working experience in the human rights or/and rule of law field; preferably in the field of anti-trafficking;
• Good knowledge of the programme related issues and ability to comprehend the situation in the area and region;
• Dependability and client confidentiality
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and good teamwork spirit
• Holding a valid Sierra Leone driving license (Motor Bike)
• High proficiency in using Ms. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Suitably, qualified, and skilled candidates are advised to send in their letter of application with their updated CVs, current telephone number(s) and copies of their certificates to:

The Human Resources and Administrative Manager
World Hope International Sierra Leone

Country Office: 49 Johnson Street Aberdeen, Freetown Sierra Leone

Or

Regional Office: 3 Sylvanus Street Makeni

Or

Send an email to:

SRLHumanResouces@worldhope.org

Closing Date: 14th February 2021

Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.