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🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ World Health Organization (WHO) – 3 Positions

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

1.) Procurement Officer
2.) Communications Officer
3.) MCH Officer

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Procurement Officer

Country Administrative Support Units (CSUs) have been established in the organizational structure to assist managers and staff in fully discharging their responsibilities in the Global Management Information System (GSM) environment and to ensure compliance with institutional policies, procedures, rules and regulations on all administrative and financial matters and transactions in the context of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this post is to ensure the provision of procurement, logistics and procurement services on behalf of the country office and thus to ensure that procurement operations and activities are carried out in a smooth manner.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

- Advises the head of the WHO country office for informed decision-making on procurement transactions;
- Coordinates the preparation and submission of procurement plans by the various organizational groups of the budget center;
- Prepares and monitors the implementation of the procurement plan ensuring that objectives and priorities are met and on track;
- Evaluates requests from technical units and partners and advises on compliance with the Organization’s rules and regulations;
- Administers procurement resources and ensures the consistent and efficient use of standard procurement procedures;
- Maintains the database of pre-qualified and evaluated suppliers;
- Maintains and monitors the overall activities of procurement, logistics and contracting services for the office by using the Oracle system in gsm oracle and other purchasing tools, including business intelligence (BI), and providing reports, data and statistics;
- Provides advice to unit/program managers and managers and staff on procurement, logistics and contractual services;

- Ensures the smooth running of purchasing operations, including the ordering and delivery of goods and services;

Maintains regular contact with the Contracting and Procurement Unit (SPC) of the Regional Office and follows up on decisions taken by the Contract Review Board (CRC);
Tracks the shipment of ordered items with shipping companies and liaises with local authorities for tax exemption and timely customs clearance of goods;
Provides the secretariat of the local procurement committee;
Analyzes and/or evaluates supplier performance with other designated personnel; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential

A first-level university degree in business administration, public administration, management or a related field.

Desirable

A postgraduate degree in business administration, public administration, management or a related field

Experience

Essential

At least one (1) year of experience, some of which in an international context, in the field of procurement and logistics services for a program. Experience in the use of corporate resource planning systems or similar software packages.

Desirable

Use of Language Skills

Essential

Excellent knowledge of English. Working knowledge of French or another WHO official language would be an asset..

Functional Knowledge and Skills

Strong purchasing and budgeting knowledge and skills.
Concrete skills in the implementation of service operations and purchasing processes.
Strong skills in the use of corporate resource planning systems or similar software packages.
Strong computer skills in office applications, including Excel, Power Point and Word.

WHO Competencies

1) Communicate credibly and effectively

2) Produce results

3) Moving forward in a changing environment

4) Promote integration and teamwork

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

An ability to effectively lead and manage a team.
An ability to develop innovative approaches and solutions.
An ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills by working harmoniously as a member of a team, adapting to diverse educational, socio-political and cultural contexts and having impeccable personal conduct.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SLL 243,076 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

For information on WHO’s operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.

APPLY

2.) Communications Officer

The WHO Country Office in Sierra Leone supports the strengthening of the national health information system to improve the availability, quality and use of health data and information as a basis for better results and accountability, for the policy development and decision making at different levels.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of this position is to support the work of WHO on strengthening the country’s national health information system and on monitoring and evaluation. Contribute to strengthening the capacity of the Representation office and technical programs in the area of data management and alignment between health security actors and strengthening transparency between partners.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

With excellent skills in health and data management and in collaboration with other departments of the WHO Country Office, the WHO Regional Office for Africa, the Ministry of Health and Collaborating Partners, technical support for the generation, collection and analysis and synthesis, and communication decision making, specific tasks include the provision of technical assistance for:

- Development or update of legislation and policy framework for health information system
- Align health information system investments through a comprehensive and harmonized strategic plan and M&E case, and integrate into national health sector strategies
- Development of a common data standard in the country, including the development of interoperable systems; harmonization of the list of indicators with their metadata dictionary, baseline and target value, and data sources; and harmonization of data collection and reporting methods.
- Collection of primary and secondary data, including provision of technical support and assessment of facilities.
- Analysis and monitoring of data quality and development of data quality improvement plans in the country.
- Analysis and synthesis of health and other conditions and strategies for health monitoring and evaluation of national and regional strategies
- Dissemination of health information in the country through the development, maintenance and regular updating of an open-access National Health Observatory
- Promotion of knowledge translation platforms like EVIPN and to support the translation of evidence for policy development and decision-making

- The incumbent will continuously participate in the development, application and promotion of new methods, tools and capacity building programs to improve the availability, quality, analysis/synthesis and dissemination of information sanitary.
Collect information on a regular basis to map financial contributions to health security activities from donors in the country, including technical assistance, and in-kind and in-service contributions to update strategic partners from the WHO Portal
Perform other tasks as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential

University degree in health information, statistics or computer science, with specialization in database development and management or public health or epidemiology

Desirable

professional training or degree in statistics and database management, graduate degree ideal. Good understanding of IT practices.

Experience

Essential

Have at least 7 years of experience in data management, information management or related fields.

Experience with compiling and analyzing large datasets from multiple sources

Good knowledge of public health program or epidemiology

Languages:

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English.

Desirable: Knowledge of French or other UN language. Working knowledge of local languages

Functional Knowledge and Skills

The incumbent should be able to demonstrate an understanding of:
Basic elements of HIS governance and how they can be used to improve the health information system
Common sources of health and the tools and mechanisms for their collection from facility-based registry systems, community registration systems, international classification of diseases, and DHIS 2
The limitations of data from various sources, the information system and approaches to data quality analysis
Review of data quality, in particular the health data system and approaches to improve data quality
Analysis and synthesis of health data and interpretation of results
Processes and mechanisms for effective dissemination of health and Excel decision-making; CSPro, Tableau and STATA app
Proficiency in command applications and advanced knowledge of MS Office and related (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.), including programming.

WHO Competencies

Communicate credibly and effectively
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Producing results.
Teamwork.
Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond.
Moving forward in a changing environment

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

Understanding of the necessary public health programs,
Excellent organizational skills.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SLL 294,122 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

For information on WHO’s operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

APPLY

3.) MCH Officer

Contribute to the reduction of mortality and morbidity of maternal and newborns, children and for the promotion of adolescent’s health and development by strengthening the national capacity in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of interventions to improve the health status, building effective partnerships with health development partners for an integrated approach to Primary Health Care.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The position is to provide technical support at the national level, the incumbent will manage reproductive, maternal, newborn child and adolescent health (RMNCAH) activities which include prevention and management of violence against women; provide technical guidance to the Ministry of Health (MOH) and partners on the managerial, organizational and operational aspects of RMNCAH, the improvements in the integrated (RMNCAH) interventions, ensuring the alignment with the Global strategy for women’s, children’s and adolescents’ health 2016–2030 and the WHO recommended standards throughout the full cycle of the incident, with special focus on affected and vulnerable population.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

- Review and analyze national maternal and newborn health policies, strategies, plans and guidelines, programmes and related legislation
- Coordinate maternal and newborn health care activities
- Advise the national maternal and newborn health task force in the development of strategies for maternal and newborn health including Family planning.
- Provide technical assistance in the development of operation plans and tools for MNH and facilitate the dissemination of maternal and newborn health including family planning strategies, plans and relevant tools.
- Provide technical assistance for the implementation of maternal and newborn health including family planning interventions
- Establish and coordinate effective partnership with key stakeholders and donor agencies involved in maternal and newborn health including family planning
- Promote and implement operations research for maternal and newborn health including family planning

- Participate in monitoring and evaluation of maternal and newborn health including family planning programmer

Perform any other duties as required for the success of the programme.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential

University degree in obstetrics and gynecology or Pediatrics and Modern Training Skills; Community Medicine; Public Health or other related field from an accredited/recognized institute.

Desirable

Advanced degree in Medicine/Public Health.

Experience

Essential

At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in in maternal, newborn health and sexual and reproductive health..

Desirable

Considerable experience in programme planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and supervision at national, state or local government area; Relevant work experience with WHO and/or UN agencies, health cluster partners; experience working in relevant nongovernmental or humanitarian organizations.

Languages:

Essential: Excellent knowledge of the English.

Desirable: Knowledge of French or other UN language. Working knowledge of local languages

Functional Knowledge and Skills

- Proven knowledge of FRH management within the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Ability to conduct research and analyse results, identify issues, formulate opinions, and make conclusions and recommendations for strengthening health care systems.
- Good knowledge of FRH health services and safety regulations
- Ability to prioritize, organize, manage and adapt management style according to needs

Ability to build and motivate teams and work under pressure

WHO Competencies

Building and promoting partnerships across the Organization and beyond
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Ensuring the effective use of resources
Teamwork.
Communication

Other Skills (e.g. IT)

Proficiency in all MSOffice software applications.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at SLL 367,653 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level

Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

A written test may be used as a form of screening.

Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.

For information on WHO’s operations please visit: http://www.who.int.

WHO is committed to workforce diversity.

WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.

WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.

APPLY

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Action Against Hunger – Mental Health Psychosocial Support and Protection Officer

Mental Health Psychosocial Support and Protection Officer

(National Status)

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT US

International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in both Liberia and Sierra Leone in 1991 during the Civil War and since then has been operational in the two countries by implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition in both countries. Since January 2018, the two countries have been clustered and now operating under a single management structure. The coordination office is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone overseeing the operations in Moyamba Field Office and Bonthe Sub Field Office.

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as Mental Health, Psychosocial Support and Protection (MHPSS-P) Officer, to ensure the implementation and follow-up of the Mental Health, Psychosocial Support and Protection (MHPSS-P) activities.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Implementation of MHPSS and Protection activities and Child care practices:

Provide technical support and follow-up on child care practices at the baby friendly space
Organize regular meetings with health facility staff
Set up regular follow-up meeting with the mental health nurse
Link with community mobilizers and supervisors when follow-up is needed
Organize regular meetings with MSGs on MHPSSP activities and care practices
Organize MHPSS and Protection events
Organize and conduct community engagement sessions with mothers support groups (MSGs), community health workers (CHWs), and community stakeholders on MHPSSP activities

Support in providing trainings and supervision on child care practices and psychosocial support and protection

Support organization and provision of training to key actors (health care workers, mother leaders, community health workers, etc) on MHPSS, protection and child care practices
Provide support on identifying beneficiaries in need ofof specialized services and refer the cases
Support healthcare workers through mentoring and coaching for caregivers and children to carry out activities like playing sessions, group discussions, bathing and massage, stress management, and psychomotor stimulation

Support health workers in conducting community engagement meetings

Support line ministries staff to carry out joint-supervisions at the hospital and health facilities on MHPSS, Protection and child care practices
Conduct mentoring and coaching of healthcare workers in the health facilities
Assist line ministries staff in carrying out joint supportive supervision and identifying gaps in the quality of the treatment and regular mentorship

Support key stakeholders to strengthen the referral pathway for survivors or people at risk of protection concerns

Establish referral pathway between community, health facilities, the IPF in Mattru hospital and other specialized services
Support Community Health Workers, health facility staff and Mothers Support Groups in identifying protection cases in the communities to be referred
Support the ministry of Social Welfare in creating a mapping database for other actors providing protection services, including health, psychosocial support and legal services

Establish baby friendly corner at the in-patient facilities and provide child and maternal health care practices and psychosocial support

Assist the healthcare workers in providing health education for the caregivers on optimal care practices including importance of exclusive breastfeeding, complementary feeding and care of the infants and hygiene using counselling cards
Evaluate need of psycho-stimulation material together with the health facility team
Conduct massage session for children with malnutrition
Assist the healthcare workers in providing psycho-stimulation through play sessions, baby bathing, and massage to improve caregiver/mother and child interaction to prevent developmental delays
Provide psychosocial support when needed to Severe Acute Malnourished children caregivers at the In-Patient Facility

Perform data, monitoring, analysis and evaluation.

Fill in patient files, facility register and follow-up forms
Input data from the patient files into the database
Ensure quality data collection, analysis, case studies and written reports

Assist in writing monthly activity program report

Joint monitoring visit
Assist in capitalising activities

Contribute to Coordination external and internal

Liaise with other actors when needed
Participate in meetings and platforms if needed to support the Deputy Program Manager
Regular update mapping of available services in the area of intervention

Maintain strict respect for confidentiality:

Ensure that the confidentiality of data, the property of ACF project beneficiaries, is strictly maintained.

Gender Action

Activities:

Ensure the inclusion of youth and women in the project in all project implementation especially in AAH supported communities;
Include gender topics in the trainings to be provided for project beneficiaries (IPF staff, MGS’s, CHW’s, etc.), partners and other stakeholders;
Support establishment of a platform or community-based feedback system for clients/beneficiaries to safely and confidentially voice concerns and provide input on gender issues. This can help the manager to provide accountability for acts of gender discrimination or mistreatment;
Support to develop gender-integrated annual work plans to include gender objectives, activities to achieve the objectives, and indicators to measure progress toward achieving the objectives for all staff;

Others

Adherence to the Action Against Hunger Code of Conduct and values
Adhere to all COVID-19 precautionary measures
Carry out job related duties as assigned
Timely filling and submission of online timesheets

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree/Diploma in Social Work and Sociology
Psychosocial and mental health background

REQUIRED SKILLS

Minimum 2 years of humanitarian experience
Mental health and/or psychosocial support, counselling experience
Capacity building and supervision
Good listening and communication skills
Good command of Microsoft
Fluent in English and Mende language
Capacity to drive motorbike

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: 1st December 2022

BASIC SALARY: 3,781.23 to 4,342.78 based on profile.

DURATION OF CONTRACT: Seven (7) Months with possible of extension

LOCATION: Bonthe – with possible travels to Freetown, Moyamba, and other field areas

HOW TO APPLY:

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

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 13th November 2022.

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

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

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

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) – Antimicrobial Stewardship Focal Point

MSF BELGIUM VACANCY:

ANTIMICROBIAL STEWARDSHIP FOCAL POINT

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international, independent, medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF offers assistance to people based on need irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. MSF is therefore guided by the principles of neutrality and impartiality. These principles must apply to all MSF staff.

Job Details

Title of position: Antimicrobial Stewardship Focal Point (Level 9)

Status of position: Regular

Location: MSF Hangha Hospital, Kenema

Main Purpose

The main purpose of the position is to implement, coordinate and manage the antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) program in the project in order to improve patient safety and quality of care optimizing the use of antibiotics and reducing the antimicrobial resistance.

Context Specific Responsibilities

Promote and sustain an effective AMS action plan and design strategies and interventions together with the AMS committee.
Establish and participate in a multidisciplinary AMS committee (that meets regularly with a TOR) in order to make recommendations and give systematic guidance.
Work with Health Promotion to provide education to patients and their caretakers about the use of antibiotic and increase awareness on antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Monitor, collect and analyze antimicrobial consumption data in collaboration with pharmacists.
Conduct regular audits relevant to stewardship priorities, including audits on quality of antibiotic prescription, and provide feedbacks to the project and the mission.
Collaborate with the Medical Activity Managers, the L&D department and the Academy to ensure education, bedside coaching and capacity building to other medical, nursing and pharmacy staff around stewardship and use of antibiotics.
Provide mentorship on the management of main infectious diseases, on the use of empirical and targeted antibiotic treatment, on basic principles of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of antimicrobials and their common side effects.
Ensure the implementation of the medical staff’s skills on the use and interpretation of microbiological diagnostic tests.
Collaborate with microbiologist to collect and disseminate data on antimicrobial resistance in the hospital and to support clinical staff on the choice of best antibiotic treatment. Liaise with the Micro Lab around timely communication of results (where relevant).
In collaboration with the IPC team, ensure and implement the standard precautions and transmission-based precautions in all departments of the facility.
Participate in the designing the strategy of the hospital to ensure correct recommendations are given regarding antibiotic use and choice.

Requirements

Education: Essential to have a medical degree or equivalent from an agreed university/college or equivalent.

Desirable to have completed an online training in Antimicrobial stewardship (e.g. BSAC and/or WHO)

Experience: Essential to have at least 3 years’ experience in working as a medical doctor or equivalent in inpatient settings

Desirable to have conducted at least one relevant quality improvement activity

Language: English, Krio, Mende

Knowledge: Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel)

Application Details

Applicants should submit: Application letter, CV, copy of certificates/diplomas, copy of labor card, copy of work certificates from previous employment – no original documents to be submitted

Applications can be submitted to: MSF Kenema Base (Tissor), MSF Hangha Hospital, MSF Freetown and via msfocb-kenema-recruitment@brussels.msf.org

Application deadline: 8 November at 5 PM – no late applications will be accepted

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further recruitment process.

Please note that MSF does not reimburse transportation cost if applicants are asked for a test or interview.

Please indicate “Vacancy AMS Focal Point” and NAME on the envelope/subject.

MSF does not charge fees for receiving any applications or participating in any recruitment process.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Action Against Hunger – 2 Positions

Action Against Hunger is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Head of Department
2.) Nutrition and Health Head of Department

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Head of Department

Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Head of Department

(National Status)

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT US

International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in Sierra Leone in 1991 and since then has been implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods & Climate Change adaptation /mitigation and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition. Action Against Hunger collaborates with other international organizations, National organizations, the private sector, the line ministries and authorities at all level as well as the communities. ACF has people centred approach and works with the affected communities in program development and implementations. Currently Action Against Hunger is implementing integrated food security, nutrition, health and WASH and climate change adaption /mitigation projects in Moyamba, Bonthe and Western area districts.

The coordination office is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone overseeing the operations in Moyamba Field Office and Bonthe Sub Field Office.

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as Food Security and Livelihoods Head of Department (FSL HoD), to guarantee the quality, relevance and scaling of FSL strategy and interventions at the mission, in conformity with Action Against Hunger and international standards, and national policies.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Contribute to defining the country strategy as well as the sector strategy and positioning of the FSL technical department in the country context. Specifically provide technical guidance to the country team on the ACF FSL positioning, sector development and alignment with national priorities.
You will be responsible to ensure the understanding by the field teams of the humanitarian situation regarding FSL and of the context of intervention, and its continuous, systematic and thorough monitoring
You will also be in charge of the analysis of the FSL humanitarian situation
You are expected to champion the dissemination of information gathered and analyzed both internally and externally, including headquarters
Oversight of the production and the quality of the mission sectoral strategy document in line with ACF international and national frameworks is also your responsibility
You are expected to give contribution to the mission strategy and the ACFIN sectoral strategy
You will be taking account of DRM in FSL strategy and projects, including participation in drafting the plan to prepare for and respond to emergencies
Integrating the FSL sector with the other technical sectors (FSL, MHCP, NUT) is your duty as well
You are also expected to monitor the implementation of the FSL mission strategy, its revision and its cost effectiveness
You will be contributing to the technical and operational advocacy strategies of the mission, the region and headquarters (in line with the advocacy objectives defined in the ACF reference documentation)
You will be also identifying the subjects for sectoral advocacy specific to the mission, in collaboration with the Country Director

Coordinate the identification of needs and the formulation of project proposals, by working with the program teams, partners, authorities and communities. You will be responsible for project design (FSL component), in coordination with other sectors and departments, and sector development.
It’s your duty to coordinate the identification of FSL humanitarian needs
You’re expected to formulate, finance and implement the feasibility study of FSL projects (public health, technical, socio-economic, cultural and environmental aspects)
You will be involving the logistic and Finance departments in the definition/validation of FSL projects
You will also be contributing to the search for funding bodies for his/her sector and ensuring that there is an exchange of technical information with the funding bodies identified
You are expected to participate in visits by funding agencies whenever requested by the Country Director or the Field Coordinator
You are also responsible for producing the FSL sections of project proposals in accordance with the formats and deadlines of funding bodies

Oversee the implementation of programs/projects and ensure that quality reports are submitted timely. Specifically develop the technical capacity of the program team, provide technical oversight and monitorthe quality of implementation of the interventions.
You will be validating the key stages and the methodologies of the projects being undertaken (timetable, CAP survey (baseline/final) systematics, technical studies, call for tender, specifications, community approach, external evaluations…)
You will provide technical support (direct and at a distance) to the PM, whilst alerting or sharing information with the Field Coordinator
You will also be ensuring that systems of monitoring and evaluation are in place and that their results are integrated to guarantee the improvement of the projects
You are expected to do timely validation of the FSL parts of internal reports and reports to funding agencies, as well as amendments to projects, with contributions by the teams

Guarantee the quality and cost-effectiveness of projects, work closely with the project managers, field coordinators, MEAL and support departments in overseeing quality delivery, project budgets reviews and adjustment to meet the desired outcomes.
You will ensure technical conformity of programs with international rules, orientations and technical standards, and the ACF framework documents and technical works
You will boost the overall standard of implementation of projects in order to maximize their impact (cf CAD criteria of OECD)
You will also ensuring, by use of ACF specific monitoring (project quality, field visits, external audit…), that norms (SPHERE and OMS), and national and international standards of technical quality are respected
You are expected to issue and follow up technical recommendations
You will be alerting the Country Director and the Technical Advisor at Headquarters to all major difficulties encountered in applying necessary recommendations and/or adaptations
You will also be alerting the Country Director and asking that precautionary measures be taken in the case of major risks to public health
You will be responsible for the promotion of external and internal evaluations of projects, in line with ACF evaluation policy
Promotion of transparency and ethical standards in the projects by highlighting complaints/grievance procedures, particularly in respect of the beneficiary population

Ensure the active participation of ACF in national sectoral coordination and technical forums and develop sectoral partnerships, by participating the different in country forums –Food security technical working group, INGOs sector coordination.
You will be representing ACF in sectoral coordination at national and sub-national levels (sectoral and/or cluster) and with the technical authorities
You will be in interaction with regional sectoral coordination
You will be in charge of the ACF contribution to the various action plans in the FSL sector (Consolidated Appeal Process, Flash Appeal, Inter-Agency Contingency Plan, HFA, national sectoral strategy etc)
You are expected to provide technical communications concerning the FSL projects in liaison with the Country Director/Field Coordinator)
You will be in charge to promote of sectoral partnerships (civil society, NGOs, authorities, private sector.. .) and the enhancement of their capacities

Team Management- when delegated to or have direct line reportees
You are the functional and/or hierarchical management of FSL personnel
You will be responsible for the evaluation of the technical performance of all FSL teams (PM, Deputy Head of Department, Specialists)
You are expected to develop FSL competences throughout the mission

Promote capitalization, technical development and research within the FSL Department, to ensure there is evidence generation and lessons learnt dissemination. Ensure the research works meets the ACF standards.
You will be in charge of the capitalization within the FSL sector at the level of the mission, consolidation and transmission to headquarters (technical developments, pilot projects, innovative or little documented approaches, operational approaches which may serve as a reference for the ACF network, successes and failures, contextual analyses etc)
You are responsible to supervise the task of capitalization undertaken by PM and the FSL Department
You are expected to share experience with actors in the FSL sector at country and regional levels
You will be maintaining continuity in respect of the FSL expertise and the history of the mission
You are expected to apply new approaches proposed by Headquarters or at mission level
You will be reporting to Headquarters on technical development and research requirements and on the implementation of projects (notably in response to calls for internal ACF research projects)
You are expected to set up research projects
You will be responsible to explore the modalities of scientific and technical partnerships (laboratories, universities, private sector)
You are also expected to develop technical skills in line with the evolution of the sector

Gender Action
Contribute to the development of necessary gender methods and tools.
Demonstrate experience and/or personal commitment to promoting gender equality within the Action Against Hunger work environment.
Works with project teams to ensure access and participation of women, men, girls and boys at risk to Action Against Hunger’s response, recovery and rehabilitation work

Arrange for the preparation of special reports as needed, on particular gender issues.

Others

- Adhere to all COVID-19 precautionary measures
Timely Filling and submission of timesheets and checking and approving for staff s/he supervises.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master Degree in relevant field: Agronomy, Rural development. BSC Degree with relevant years of experience will do
At least 5-10 years of experience in the same field.
Previous experience in Humanitarian field will be an asset.
Humanitarian values
Knowledge in Agriculture, Food Security Nutrition and etc
Good Project and team management skills
Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet)
Pro-activity
Aptitude to work in remote environment
Previous working experience in NGO highly appreciated

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet)
Pro-activity
Aptitude to work in remote environment
5-10years of working experience on managerial and coordinator position in NGO is highly appreciated
Personal features : Human quality (calm, diplomacy, self-control, respect of values and cultural differences), Flexibility and pragmatism, rigor and team spirit
Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, reliability and solidity, discernment and initiative.
Common sense is however your key tool, along with empathy, listening skills and persuasiveness.
Strong results oriented personnel, with the ability to take initiative and challenge existing issues.
Excellent written and verbal skills in English, with ability to draft quality reports.
Attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness in execution of assigned responsibilities
Ability and willingness to take responsibility and decisions on behalf of the team.
Commitment to Action Against Hunger values

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: January 2023

DURATION OF CONTRACT: One (1) Year with possible extensions

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

HOW TO APPLY:

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 11th November 2022.

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

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

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

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

2.) Nutrition and Health Head of Department

Nutrition and Health Head of Department

(National Status)

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

ABOUT US

International Non-governmental organization, Action Against Hunger has been working to fight undernutrition and support communities affected by crisis across the globe for almost 40 years and across nearly 50 countries. Action Against Hunger established its presence in Sierra Leone in 1991 and since then has been implementing various humanitarian and development programs related to health, nutrition, food security/livelihoods, climate change adaptation / mitigation and advocacy geared towards the reduction of the prevalence rates of under-nutrition in both countries. Action Against Hunger collaborate with other international organizations, National organizations, the private sector, the line ministries and authorities at all level as well as the communities. ACF has people centred approach and work with the affected communities in program development and implementations

The coordination office is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone overseeing the operations in Moyamba Field Office and Bonthe Sub Field Office.

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as Nutrition and Health Head of Department, to define the strategies and coordinate activities of Action Against Hunger in the fields of Nutrition and Health

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Contribute to the development of the country and sector strategies

As key senior member you will be required to contribute to the country strategy development and the related implementation
You will be required to develop the sector strategy- for health and nutrition and ensure its full implementation
Ensure the ACF sector strategy alignment with the national priorities
Provide technical guidance and direction to ACF health and nutrition in the implementation of the sector strategies / guidelines etc

Design, develop and evaluate actions in the field of nutrition and health

You will do the collection and quality control of monitoring, follow up and evaluation data
You will be in charge of the production’s quality for the nutritional situation analysis
You will be responsible for the standard of nutritional and medical proposals submitted by his/her teams
You will be encouraging your teams to identify new programmes
You will be in charge of the development of an Action Against Hunger nutrition and health strategy specific to the mission

Monitor and coordinate programmes in the fields of nutrition and health

- You will be in charge of deciding to launch nutritional surveys in liaison with the Country Director
- You will be responsible for the development of integrated (inter-disciplinary) approach programmes
- You will also be responsible for the collection and analysis of data, including the decisions making on this basis
- You will be providing activity report of quality In the given timeline
You will be responsible to monitor all the consolidated programme budgets relating to nutrition and health allocated to the country

Manage the Nutrition and Health team in capital if any and be the Technical/Support Manager of the Nutrition and Health Program Managers

You are expected to be responsible for the evaluation of the technical performance and skills of Programme Managers
You will also be developing the technical skills of Nutrition and Health teams

Develop and launch programmes in collaboration with governmental and local agencies

You will be in charge of the dissemination of the ACF nutrition and health strategy at country level to partners and funding bodies
You will develop and maintain a network of harmonious and productive relationships with national representatives and programme partners (funding bodies, other NGOs, etc)
You will be establishing MoU to define the terms of various partnerships

Represent Action Contre la Faim and its positioning in the field of nutrition and health

You will be representing Action Against Hunger in dealings with national and international authorities on matters of health and nutrition
You will be responsible to make national and international authorities fully aware of the Action Against Hunger positions and protocols

Gender Action:

Contribute to the development of necessary gender methods and tools, such as overall guidelines and guidelines for specific processes.
Demonstrate experience and/or personal commitment to promoting gender equality within the Action Against Hunger work environment
Works with project teams teams to ensure access and participation of women, men, girls and boys at risk to Action Against Hunger’s response, recovery and rehabilitation work

Arrange for the preparation of special reports as needed, on particular gender issues.

Others:

- Adhere to all COVID-19 precautionary measures
Timely Filling and submission of timesheets and checking and approving for staff s/he supervises.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master Degree in in health, nutrition. BSC Degree with relevant years of experience will do, medical doctor with relevant years of experience
At least 5-10 years of experience in the same field.
Previous experience in Humanitarian field will be an asset.
Humanitarian values
knowledge in Nutrition and Health, CHO etc
Good Project and team management skills
Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet)
Pro-activity
Aptitude to work in remote environment
Previous working experience in NGO highly appreciated
Personal features : Human quality (calm, diplomacy, self-control, respect of values and cultural differences), Flexibility and pragmatism, rigor and team spirit

REQUIRED SKILLS

Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet)
Pro-activity
Aptitude to work in remote environment
5-10years of working experience on managerial and coordinator position in NGO in the highly appreciated
Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility, reliability and solidity, discernment and initiative.
Common sense is however your key tool, along with empathy, listening skills and persuasiveness.
Strong results oriented personnel, with the ability to take initiative and challenge existing issues.
Excellent written and verbal skills in English, with ability to draft quality reports.
Attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness in execution of assigned responsibilities
Ability and willingness to take responsibility and decisions on behalf of the team.
Commitment to Action Against Hunger values

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: January 2023

DURATION OF CONTRACT: One (1) Year with possible extensions

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

HOW TO APPLY:

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 11th November 2022.

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

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

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

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Partners in Health (PIH) – 2 Positions

Partners in Health is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) SECHN Primary Health Care
2.) Medical Officer

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) SECHN Primary Health Care

Job title: SECHN Primary Health Care – Nationals only Work Location: Kono Department: Clinical Report to: Director of Nursing Line Management No

Organisation Profile

Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.

Position Overview

The State Enrolled Community Health Nurse (SECHN) is a critical member of the clinical staff at PIH. At Primary Health Care, the SECHN is expected to be versatile and be ready to take on responsibilities in various departments, and also work collaboratively alongside different members of the health care team. The SECHN will provide high quality nursing care to patients and support to their families and other caregivers. He/She will respond in a timely manner to patients who urgently need treatment as well as provide health education to patients and caregivers. The SECHN will also ensure accurate and proper documentation of all patient care activities, participate in Quality Improvement projects and be involved in clinical education sessions for professional development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: General Nursing:

Triage patients presenting to the clinic based on their level of acuity;
Ensures that patients presenting to the clinic are managed appropriately including identifying those who need transfer to a higher level of care.
Obtain and document patients’ vital signs, recognizing and responding to abnormal vital signs appropriately.
Maintain proper patient records through effective documentation.
Provide health education to the patients and their care-givers.
Deliver high standards of care in collaboration with the rest of the clinical team.
Responsible for the preparation of monthly reports to be submitted to the appropriate departments for further analysis. Display high level of commitment by being adaptable and being able to function in a busy work environment, including rotating to other units at the clinic as required
Maintain confidentiality and impartiality and involve families in the plan of care.
Promote patient/family-centered care to ensure that their needs are met.
Engage and participate in clinical education or in-service training as determined by the Clinical Lead of the facility, Nurse Educator or the Director of Nursing.
Participate in quality improvement projects and other related studies that could improve on the delivery of care to patients.
Perform other duties related to the role, as may be required by the Clinical Lead or Director of Nursing.

Nutrition and Feeding:

Ensure that all patients are receiving the right diet according to age and diagnosis.
Encourage lactating mothers to practice exclusive breastfeeding.
Ensure that Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) patients are receiving their supplies according to the protocol.
Ensure that motherless infants are receiving their supplies according to the protocol.
Ensure that Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) patients and care-givers are educated on the preparation of local diet.

HIV/TB Clinic:

Promote continuous medical education among other clinical staff.
Conduct pre- and post- diagnosis counseling for patients, as well as education on adherence to treatment.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the department lead or Clinical Lead of the facility.

Ensures that all emergency cases are prioritized and seen appropriately regardless of the time of the day.
Be willing to work or rotate to other department as determined by your supervisor or Clinical Lead.

NCD Clinic:

Provide NCD care in the NCD clinic (Diabetic Management, Management of High Blood Pressure, Management of Hepatitis B);
Ensure proper follow-up care for patients scheduled to return to the clinic.
Organization of the NCD clinic to ensure that it operates efficiently.
Rotate to other departments as the need arises.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

Current and valid clinical license, (SECHN Certificate and License).
Clinical experience in Maternal and Child Health, HIV/TB, NCD and General Nursing preferred.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, must be able to take initiative and problem-solve, and must be flexible.
Ability to work well with a team, be dependable, and hard-working.
Ability to be adaptable and function well in a busy work environment, including rotating to other units as required.
Commitment to social justice and human rights.
Demonstrated understanding and respect for PIH’s mission and values.
Must NOT hold dual employment from private or national consolidated funds.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation , Abuse and HarassmentPIH is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. PIH is committed to safeguarding staff, children and communities with whom we work, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records checks.

At Partners in Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partner in Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner in Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Method of Application

Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday, 27th October, 2022.

2.) Medical Officer

Job title: Medical Officer – Nationals only Work Location: Koidu (Kono District) Department: Clinical Reports to: Internal Medicine consultant PIH SL, Chief Medical Officer Line Management Not Specified Application Status External Advert

Organisation Profile

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Position Overview

The primary responsibility of Medical Officer for Internal Medicine and Emergency care is to carryout successful medical services in our Koidu Government Hospital (KGH), perform daily operations and provide supports, and as well receives directions from the Internal Medicine consultant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as Koidu Government Hospital (KGH) Internal Medicine Medical Officer within the Internal Medicine and Emergency department and under the supervision and mentorship of the PIH Internal Medicine consultant
Daily rounds on the Medical wards, Emergency department and NCD clinic at KGH. This position will be supported by more senior PIH Internal Medicine consultant to develop expertise and knowledge in Internal Medicine, Critical care and Infectious diseases.
Supervision of the CHOs in the medical ward, Emergency department and NCD clinic including provision of clinical mentorship and continuous training in collaboration with the PIH Internal Medicine consultant.
Management of medical cases per national and international clinical guidelines.
Work with the PIH HIV/TB Clinical Officer to provide supportive supervision to MOHS health workers for HIV/TB services at KGH (including case detection, counseling and testing, HIV case management, diagnosis and management of Opportunistic infections according to national guidelines).
Participation in district hospitals, outpatient clinics, and community health clinics case reviews, and other activities that may increase the knowledge and expertise in Clinical Medicine with special interest in Internal Medicine, Critical care, Infectious diseases and NCDs, as required.
The Medical Officer is also expected to actively participate in and support, PIH program systems, such as the MEQ data collection systems and feedback loops, the KPI presentations and discussions besides other general systems that will help support the General clinical outcomes and the Internal Medicine Clinical Outcomes in particular.
The Medical Officer at the Internal Medicine Department, in collaboration with the PIH senior consultant and the PIH Clinical Educator is also expected to actively make inputs to the clinical trainings curriculum for other cadres of clinical staff at KGH, WBA and other CHCs that PIH may be supporting.
Interest in Clinical and Academic personal development. The candidate will be supported to join the National Post graduate training program for Internal Medicine at MoHS after this posting.
Be willing to work in any other department as needed but within your capability, and required by the PIH Clinical leadership.
Clinical work:
- Daily rounds at the Medical wards (Male, female), Infectious diseases Unit, Emergency department, NCD clinic at KGH.
- Work with the clinical staff of WBA and any CHC that PIH is supporting for referrals, specialized medical advice and training/mentorship.
- Collaboration with CHO rounds
- Provide support to nurses and social workers, in conjunction with nursing department.
As the KGH Internal Medicine Medical Officer, serve as the point of contact for the following:

Support of the National programs for malaria, TB, HIV, NCDs, Hepatitis B, Emergency and critical care and Infectious diseases (COVID 19, Ebola, Lassa Fever, etc). under the supervision of the PIH Internal Medicine consultant
Referral team – collaborate with the Nursing & Social Work Program Manager as needed for patients requiring referral for diagnostic or specialty services

Administration
- Work closely with the PIH Internal Medicine consultant, Chief Medical Officer, clinical team and Kono Leadership team on strategic planning and budgeting for our Medical programs.
- Attend daily morning briefing/meeting at KGH as required

In addition, specific interest in continuing the collaboration with MoHS and the Post Graduate training program in the country will be highly valued.

This job may give an opportunity of developing work in the field and expertise for the next movement forwards in the Clinical training.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment

At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

Medical Officer Certification per the Sierra Leone training program.
Experience in HIV/TB, Malaria and other infectious diseases, Emergency Medicine and Non-communicable diseases preferred.
A strong commitment to social justice and health as a human right is essential in all aspects of the leadership and management
Ability to be flexible and effective in the face of unexpected challenges.
Exemplary interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written, required to effectively engage with senior leadership, partners, and clinicians on sensitive political and confidential issues.
Proven ability to exercise good judgment, diplomacy, demonstrate political astuteness, and tact.
Sense of humor and flexible disposition very helpful.
Willingness to live in Kono district full-time.
Computer basic skills: Office, Internet and data base systems.

Additional skills/ knowledge/experience preferred:

HIV/TB clinical and program management strongly preferred
Experience in treating malaria and other prevalent Infectious diseases (COVID19, Ebola, Lassa, Hepatitis B)
Experience in Emergency and critical care
Experience in NCDs (i.e. Hypertension, diabetes)

A successful candidate will lead by example, embodying the values of PIH, including: doing whatever it takes to provide the highest level of service to our patients; treating every member of our organization and community with equal respect and dignity; fostering a sense of generosity and teamwork; and working patiently, yet persistently, to accompany our government partners to achieve our shared goals.

Social Justice

We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.

Method of application

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) – Mental Health Supervisor

VACANCY:

MENTAL HEALTH SUPERVISOR

Job Details

Title of position: Mental Health Supervisor (Level 8)

Status of position: Regular

Location: MSF Hangha Hospital, Kenema

Main Purpose :

Participate in the planning, supervision and coordination of mental health / pycho-social related services in the programme in accordance with MSF standards in order to provide the most appropriate mental health support for patients.

Main Responsibilities :

Participate in the planning, organization and coordination of Mental Health activities, in close collaboration with the Mental Health activity manager and other medical team members, in order to ensure an efficient and effective implementation of the resources needed while maintaining high levels of quality in Mental Health MSF programs and activities.
Coordinates activities of counselling services with other relevant actors and liaises with the local counterparts (like MoH, WHO, ICRC and NGO) on mental health matters, including referral services.
Supervise the daily mental health activities and patient support according to MSF protocols and standards in order to provide the most appropriate support for clients with psycho-social needs.
Liaise with the other MSF team members of the project.
Supervise, in close coordination with the HR department, the associated processes (recruitment, training/induction, evaluation, potential detection, development and communication) of the staff under his/her responsibility in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required.
Oversee the administrative processes associated with psychosocial functioning.
When needed, give psychological support to patients according to MSF protocols to improve mental health conditions of patients and enhance their functionality.
Compile the data and statistic linked with MH activities and report to the MH activity manager.
Offer clinical counselling supervision to mental health counsellors in collaboration with the Mental Health Activity Manager. • Ensure the patient’s related information is kept confidential.

Context Specific Responsibilities :

Supervise play counsellors in the implementation and maintenance of child-friendly spaces within the hospital setting
Ensure that the play counselling program can maintain and procure play resources uses for therapeutic and general play activity interventions
Creation of any material needed for developmental stimulation, play therapy and other MHPSS activities and look after it. Done in collaboration with play counsellors.

Requirements :

Education Degree in psycho-social or related field essential.

Experience: Psycho-social counselling experience of at least 2 years

Language: English, Mende, Krio

Knowledge: Computer literacy, and excellent communications skills

Application Details

Applicants should submit: Application letter, CV, copy of certificates/diplomas, copy of labor card, copy of work certificates from previous employment – no original documents to be submitted

Applications can be submitted to: MSF Kenema Base (Tissor), MSF Hangha Hospital, MSF Freetown Application deadline: 18 October 2022 at 5 PM – no late applications will be accepted

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further recruitment process.

Please note that MSF does not reimburse transportation cost if applicants are asked for a test or interview. Please indicate “Vacancy Mental Health Supervisor” and NAME on the envelope/subject.

MSF does not charge fees for receiving any applications or participating in any recruitment process.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Abt Associates – Team Leader: Health Systems Strengthening Programme in Sierra Leone

Job Description

Abt Associates is a global research and project implementation firm working in the health, governance, environment, and economic growth sectors. Abt Associates in Britain seek a Team Leader for an anticipated five-year FCDO funded Health Systems Strengthening programme in Sierra Leone : Delivering improved health outcomes for women and girls, ending preventable deaths (EPD), and health systems.

The Team Leader will be responsible for providing the program’s strategic direction and managing project activity design and successful implementation. You will supervise all key personnel to ensure compliance and responsiveness to client priorities, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities include:

Provide overall leadership, management, and technical direction for the program, serving as the primary liaison with FCDO on managerial, strategic, and technical matters, including responsibility for making key decisions and solving programmatic problems promptly
Ensure that the work plan, MEL plan, and reporting efforts are aligned with award requirements, project objectives, and FCDO guidance
Monitor and, when needed, adapt activities to achieve results; ensure that activities are implemented effectively and in complementarity to FCDO and other donor activities
Lead integration of collaboration, learning, adaptation (CLA), knowledge management, and advocacy strategies into the activity.
Serve as a key liaison with the FCDO, government counterparts, local partners/stakeholders, and as the principal representative of the activity.
Clarify roles, delegate responsibilities to senior staff, and communicate expectations for work and contribution to project activities.
Ensure the program meets high standards for performance and integrity that comply with Abt Associates processes, policies, and procedures

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in international development, organisational development, business, communications, or another field relevant to the program’s scope of work
Minimum eight (8) years of relevant, senior-level professional experience managing and implementing programs designed to support health strengthening
Strong interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated ability to engage productively with various organisations, beneficiaries, and related parties (government, private sector, NGOs, research and training institutions).
Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
Prior work experience in Sierra Leone is an advantage.
Professional level of oral and written fluency in the English language

This position will be based in Sierra Leone and is contingent upon award.

Sierra Leone nationals are encouraged to apply, though others will be considered. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Save the Children – Senior Malaria Advisor

Job Description

The Role: Senior Malaria Advisor

Save the Children is recruiting a Senior Malaria Advisor for an anticipated USAID-funded project to Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. This project will improve the quality of family planning, maternal newborn child and adolescent health, and malaria services; promote adoption of crucial health behaviors; and strengthen the stewardship and governance of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, both at central and district levels.

The Senior Malaria Advisor will report to the Technical Director/Deputy Chief of Party (TD/DCOP) and ensures technical implementation of high-impact, proven interventions that meet stated goals and reporting requirements. The postholder will ensure the technical and methodological soundness of activities and, in collaboration with the project team and partners, help to plan and design a comprehensive malaria control program. In addition, the postholder will manage the implementation of key program activities throughout the targeted districts, oversee the work of technical staff, and ensure efficient technical and operational support for the project team. This position is contingent upon donor approval and funding. Female are strongly encouraged to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Master’s Degree in Global Health, Public Health, or International Development or a Medical Degree is ideal; Bachelor’s Degree is required.
Minimum of seven years of direct experience implementing malaria prevention and treatment programs internationally, preferably in Sierra Leone or other West African countries.
Proven technical skills in program design, supervision, monitoring, evaluation, and research skills.
Background in malaria prevention and treatment programs is essential.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-intervention health development programs in collaboration with national health ministries, international partners, and local governorates.
Demonstrated ability to mobilize and coordinate partners around selected malaria intervention approaches and indicators.
Commitment to producing high-quality project deliverables on time as well as within a highly time-sensitive environment.
Prior experience and knowledge of USAID regulations and requirements.
The ability to foster teamwork and to work as a team member.
Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
Previous experience interacting with US government agencies, host country governments, and other global and national stakeholders.

CONTRACT LENGTH: 12 months

Closing date: 12th October, 2022.

The Organization

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Applicants are advised that

Save the Children International does not require any payment or expense during the entire recruitment process and we maintain zero tolerance for dual employment. Any request in this direction should be immediately

Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document with details of your salary expectations.

slejobopportunity@savethechildren.org

Applicants should attach a copy of a valid Labour Card to their applications

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Partners in Health (PIH) – 7 Positions

Partners in Health (PIH) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) BSc Clinical Mentor
2.) Director of Infrastructure
3.) District Advisors (x4)
4.) Environmental Health Worker

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) BSc Clinical Mentor

Job title:	BSc Clinical Mentor
Work Location:	Koidu (Kono District)
Department:	Clinical
Reports to:	PHU Clinical Manager and Physician Clinical Mentor
Line Management	Yes
Duration of Contract	Twelve (12) Months with possibility of extension
Application Status	External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening. PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world. Our Work In Sierra Leone: Partners In Health Sierra Leone (PIHSL) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
A Community Health Clinical Officer generally applies his/her medical knowledge and skills to the diagnosis, prevention and management of patients that flows into any of PIH supported facilities and any of the Wellbody Alliance/Partners in Health affiliated health facility. He/she does this thoroughly following the principles of inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation where ever applicable to find out the actual cause of disease, and also utilizing the appropriate laboratory work. He/she should consult the medical officers for discussion on patient’s care plans in some critical cases, respecting patient’s privacy and confidentiality as much as possible.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responding to medical/health problems presented by patients including proper history taking, investigations, diagnosis, treatment and referral as appropriate. Maintaining confidentiality and impartiality. Promoting continuous medical education amongst other junior clinical staff. Admitting patients requiring special care followed by investigations and treatment. Carrying out specific procedures, e.g. Specific surgical procedures and specialist investigations as when necessary as the case may be, with the help of the nursing staff. Liaising with other medical and non-medical staff in the hospital to ensure quality treatment is giving to the patients, and also promotes health education. Ensures that all emergency cases are prioritized and seen appropriately regardless of the time of the day. Be willing to work long and unpredictable hours dictated by the needs of the patients. Perform other duties related to the role, department or project as may be required by the Medical Director or Clinician In- Charge Develop a work plan of training and mentorship activities across the PHU CHC sites, and ensure that progress of the activities is tracked Develop clinical trainings and mentorship tools in collaboration with the PHU clinical leadership team for the use of the PHU expansion program Develop and maintain clinical guidelines and protocols, and ensure that best work practices are harmonized across the various PHU sites. Ensures robust data collection in all the cross-sites, monitoring of data quality, and the use of data to drive clinical and programmatic decision making. Perform regular quality of care audits, and share findings with the PHU clinical team Work closely with the Strategic Health Information Systems (SHIS) team and the Director of primary care to identify areas of quality improvement areas and research. Willing to work in the PHU’s outside Koidu City to bring quality health care services to the community
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures
Qualifications/Requirements
BSc in Clinical Sciences or BSc in Community Medicine and Clinical Sciences from a recognized college or university. Experience in HIV/TB and tropical medicine management preferred. At least three years of clinical practice experience in a low-resource health care setting Candidate must have basic computer skills on Windows, Word, Excel and Power point. Must not hold dual employment
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Wednesday 28th September2022 APPLY

2.) Director of Infrastructure

Job title:	Director of Infrastructure
Work Location:	Kono District, Sierra Leone
Department:	Infrastructure
Reports to:	Chief Operations Officer
Line Management	Infrastructure Manager, Biomedical Engineer, Senior Project Manager, Facility/Project Engineers
Application Status	External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening. PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world. Our Work In Sierra Leone: Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
The primary responsibility of Director of Infrastructure is to oversee all aspects of infrastructure day-to-day operations and long-term vision across multiple Districts; facilities management, biomedical equipment, power generation, hospital campus master planning, project design & management. PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Facilities Management: Oversees hospital facilities and maintenance teams responsible for continuous maintenance across all sites Ultimately responsible for functionality of hospital infrastructure including power supply & water distribution, carpentry, masonry repairs & maintenance Biomedical Equipment: Responsible for supervising and supporting biomedical engineering team, ensuring the development and implementation of preventative maintenance systems to minimize equipment downtime Ensures resources including tools, spare parts, consumables are readily available for biomedical maintenance activities Provide support to biomedical engineering team for corrective maintenance as required Coordinate with Boston facilities & biomedical teams to plan biomedical equipment growth strategy, equipment replacement plans, end-user training programs Power Generation: Ensures all resources and staffing are in place to provide uninterrupted power supply to all sites. Sources of power include generators, solar, utility power Ensures all necessary systems for spare part tracking, routine maintenance, generator tracking are in place and adhered to Escalate troubleshooting issues to third party vendors, as required Hospital Campus Master Planning: Works with Hospital Administration to strategically plan hospital expansion and renovation projects in a way that efficiently uses available hospital space and stays in line with clinical and operational priorities Works with PIH clinical team to establish quarterly clinical priorities, plans work to align infrastructure projects with priorities and available budget Project Design & Construction Management: Liaises with clinicians, operations staff, stakeholders to develop project scope documents, ensuring project design meets clinical and operational needs Responsible for managing the internal and/or external design of projects across all sites including the creation of project drawing package & specifications, bid package, subcontracts, etc… Responsible for stewarding contractor selection process for infrastructure projects; coordinating across multiple teams and procurement committee when required Responsible for overseeing construction management team throughout new construction and renovation projects until successful completion. Ensures projects are completed within contractual obligations Coordinates and implements relocation plans of departments, programs, staff, patients, etc., as required to enable and initiate projects Human Resource Management Responsible for overseeing construction, facilities, generator, biomedical teams Responsible for long-term planning around infrastructure team needs Works with Infrastructure Manager, Construction Manager, Generator Manager, Biomedical Engineer to ensure training and team capacity building programs are ongoing Ensuring all infrastructure teams are compliant with and consistently adhering to PIH procurement policies Budget Management Fit work and maintenance activities within yearly budget, prioritizing activities when needed Works with Operations and Finance teams to develop yearly budget for all infrastructure activities Perform regular budget projections, understanding and accounting for programmatic risk Review monthly costs and budget projections with infrastructure budget managers, operations teams as required Grant & Fundraising Support Provides ad hoc support to grant & fundraising teams for project scope, budget, schedule development to accompany project grant proposals Responsible for maintaining a comprehensive library of pre-defined project scopes, drawing packages, budgets for projects across all sites Team Leadership Evaluates, identifies and implements new ideas, technologies or process improvements to organizational efficiencies and promote cost savings. Leads infrastructure team by example, providing a path to direct others towards the completion of a common goal
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
Technical Competencies Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent Experience working in low-resource hospital settings Successful record of accomplishment in meeting budgets, schedules and high quality standards. Long term capital planning Design management Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, or equivalent Proficient in Bluebeam or other pdf editing/management software Proficient in Microsoft Office Managerial Competencies At least 10 years of related experience in design and/or construction management with experience in secondary hospitals, tertiary hospitals, healthcare clinics preferred and/or a combination experience in planning, design and program development experience Behavioral Competencies Committed to putting PIH values first Experience working in a fast-paced ambiguous environment Committed to learning Strong English language competencies (written and verbal) Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities Able to work effectively in a team and meet deadlines
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday, 22nd September, 2022. APPLY

3.) District Advisors (x4)

Job title:	District Advisors (x4)
Work Location:	Freetown (1); Kono (1); rural districts (2).
Department:	Policy & Partnerships/Medical
Report to:	Senior Technical Advisor, Primary Care Expansion
Line Management	No
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening. PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world. Our Work In Sierra Leone: Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health centre and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
PIH-Sierra Leone has a strong track record of service delivery in Sierra Leone’s Kono district, where we have seen drastic improvements in health outcome, including in maternal/child health, HIV/TB care, and in overall quality of care and service utilization. PIH-Sierra Leone works in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), and in the coming years will be supporting District Health Management Teams (DHMTs) in multiple districts in Sierra Leone as part of the implementation of a large donor-funded program to catalyze health service delivery and improve health outcomes in these districts and replicate the Kono model. Strong all-rounders that are diplomatic and technically skilled, District Advisors will act as partners to DHMTs in the day-to-day implementation of district-level health policy and health service delivery, working closely with DHMT staff and other district level advisors focused on M&E and clinical operations. In this role, they will apply the nuts and bolts of project management and public health to help DHMTs get things done and scale up successful models of health services. Reporting to the Senior Technical Advisor, District Advisors will spent 75% of their time in their home districts, and approximately 25% of their time travelling to Freetown or Kono district. The District Advisor helps to facilitate all DHMT-level project activities, including trainings for DHMT counterparts, developing project plans, and establishing or reinforcing DHMT workflows centered on clinical care, quality improvement, facility management, supply chain, and other domains as needed. S/he will regularly convene PIH district staff and Ministry of Health and Sanitation counterparts regularly to review human resource needs, facility and quality improvement updates, and overall project plans.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities Government accompaniment Support major project components undertaken by DHMT counterparts, including the hiring of key clinical and operational staff Along with the Senior Technical Advisor, facilitate management and quality improvement trainings for key DHMT counterparts Work closely with DHMT counterparts and the Senior Technical Advisor to prepare for district level in-charges meeting Pragmatically support government counterparts by identifying and resolving obstacles to program success, and paving the way for significant health projects and health improvements in the district Visiting district-level facilities to support the implementation of trainings and improvements to selected facilities based on PIH health system strengthening models Support district teams in creating full district project fora that regularly (semesterly) bring together all key DHMT, MoHS, and facility staff in order to develop a project identity and to address shared challenges beyond any one facility or program area Planning and organizing Facilitate planning, drafting, and implementation of district-level project plans Facilitate rotation of DHMT and MoHS staff (especially Clinical lead and Clinical mentors) to Kono learning district work with their thematic cohort Provide regular updates to the Senior Technical Advisor on project progress at the district and facility levels Draft or assist in drafting of presentations, working documents and budgets, chair meetings and keep minutes. Track and monitor activities Support DHMTs through assessing DHMT capacity against project goals, and supporting professional development, HR development and policy and service delivery planning Lead on selected aspects on the development of PIH’s overall national approach to health systems strengthening, working closely with the Senior Technical Advisor Leadership and relationships Build strong relationships with District Health Management Teams as key representative of PIH at district-level in a spirit of partnership Clarify responsibilities for district health plan outcomes; ensure that each major project component has an “owner” within the DHMT Deliver management training on topics such as goal setting, supportive supervision, project planning and management, data for decision-making, and standardized tools Promote and model tenets of PIH philosophy such as ‘the patients are our bosses’ Act as coach and mentor to national district-based staff in M&E and operations
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree Self-driven, with track record successfully managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders. ‘Gets things done’ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, and ability to structure and recall information, and develop processes and systems for project and information management Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders including from public sector and across organisations, including through 1:1 coaching and hosting formal workshops and trainings Solid technical writing skills, and able to produce meeting notes, SOPs, guidelines etc. Numerate, comfortable with budgeting and Excel skills, and comfortable with analysing data in Excel Ability to work effectively as part of a team Ability to work with humility and achieve results, including in settings with resource limitations, through an entrepreneurial mindset, planning and persistence Willingness to spend multiple weeks a month in field locations in rural Sierra Leone Passion for PIH’s mission and commitment to social justice and developing a preferential option for the poor in healthcare Desirable Relevant master’s degree, e.g., MBA, MPH, MPA or similar Experience working in the public health sector (ideally, alongside DHMTs) in Sub-Saharan Africa Prior experience in Sierra Leone Experience with large scale projects/quality improvement/management consulting or similar Experience with health systems strengthening, especially maternal/child health or primary care Technical skills in one or more of quality improvement; medicine; lab strengthening; pharmacy strengthening; supply chain Experience with donor-funded projects in public health or international development, especially high-compliance institutional donors (e.g., USAID, CDC, GAC, FCDO, World Bank, Global Fund etc.) Familiarity with PIH’s 5S health systems strengthening model Strong technical writing skills and advanced Excel skills
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
At Partners In Health, we are committed to ensuring that those who benefit from our work- including our patients, families and community members – as well as our staff are treated with dignity and respect and protected from sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partner In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please kindly note that the recruitment of this position is subject to approval of funding.

APPLY

4.) Environmental Health Worker

Job title:	Environmental Health Worker
Work Location:	Koidu (Kono District)
Department:	Operations
Reports to:	Environmental Health Team Supervisor
Line Management	No
Duration of Contract	Twelve (12) Months with possibility of extension
Application Status	External Advert
Organisation Profile
Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening. PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world. Our Work In Sierra Leone: Partners In Health Sierra Leone (PIHSL) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health center and to referral hospitals.
Position Overview
The Environmental Health Worker is a key member of the Operations department in ensuring that our janitorial services are regularly maintained, especially at the welbodi or KGH health facilities. The Environmental Health Worker will work closely under the supervision of the Environmental Health Team Supervisor to help provide janitorial support to our facilities, thereby creating a conducive and healthy environment for all. The Environmental Health Worker will be required to perform regular and daily deep cleaning activities both internally and externally at the Welbodi or KGH health facilities, check on cleaning supplies and replenish stock; wipe down furniture’s using different cleaning products; and strictly follow all IPC protocols. Under general direction of the Environmental Health Team Supervisor, cleans all areas of the hospital by performing routine cleaning of patient rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors. Demonstrate ability to utilize the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
General cleaning of the building and keeping it maintained and in good condition. Using various cleaning chemicals and disinfectants, environmental health staff is responsible to wipe equipment, clean furniture, floors, windows, ceiling and the outside facilities environment Emptying trash containers on a routine basis Cleaning and stock restrooms on a routine basis Trim lawns, and clear debris from grounds, including getting rid of weeds Digging pits where trashes will be deposited/burnt as and when required Engaging in tasks that will minimize the growing of weeds/get rid of weeds Responsible to work safely and maintain set quality standards when performing job; report any potential hazards, faults or problems to the Environmental health team supervisor. Collaborate with other team members to achieve departmental objectives, maintain good team spirit and interdepartmental objectives Performs other departmental duties as assigned by the EHT Supervisor /Ops point person as and when the need arises.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment
At Partners In Health, we are dedicated to ensuring that those who benefit from our work, including our patients, families, and community members, as well as our employees, are treated with dignity and respect, and are free from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Partners In Health’s PSEAH policy. Partner In Health will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Qualifications/Requirements
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others Disciplined and ready to take the Environmental Health work seriously Support the preparation of beds, empty trash and restock cleaning supplies Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions Having fast analytical skills for risk assessment and able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously Interest in social justice, healthcare, and a preferential option for the poor Demonstrate ability to interact professionally with multicultural staff, the patient that we serve and partners Professional proficiency in Krio is required. Proficiency in English is an added advantage.
Social Justice
We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.
Method of application
Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Tuesday 4th October 2022 APPLY

🇸🇱 Job Vacancy @ Welbodi Partnership – Family Support Officer

Family Support Officer (FSO)

Job Description

POSITION Family Support Officer

LOCATION Ola During Children’s Hospital, Freetown, Sierra Leone

START DATE ASAP as soon as possible

HOURS 45 hours a week

REPORTING TO Dr N. Bell and Dr Lannes Kamara

SALARY Will be discussed upon successful selection

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, submit an updated CV (no longer than 2 pages), cover letter and 2 references to odch@welbodipartnership.org before September 27th, 2022 Interviews will be held between 29th September and 7th October in person at ODCH in Freetown.

Main Purpose

The Family Support Officer will be responsible for supporting children with cancer and their families at Sierra Leone’s first paediatric oncology unit at Ola During Children’s Hospital. In collaboration with health care professionals he/she will be in charge of ensuring that children and young people with cancer and their families receive the emotional, social, and practical support they need. Services will include a psychosocial needs assessment of the patient and their family’s situation, provision of emotional support, information on financial support and financial guidance for families, practical support and making referrals for other services where appropriate. The role will also involve working with the wider oncology team in a collaborative way, so as to meet the holistic needs of patients and their families.

He/She will

assess and review needs at diagnosis and at key points during the cancer journey, working in collaboration with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)/ Oncology Medical Team at the Hospital. This role is expected to identify and contribute to best practice, promote the psychosocial needs of patient and their families, aid the development of services and provide advocacy for patients and their families.

Key Relationships:

⮚ Consultants

⮚ Sister in charge of ward and other senior sisters

⮚ Child and Adolescent Mental Health Unit – ODCH

⮚ Teacher for unit (TBD)

⮚ Management of ODCH

⮚ Welbodi Partnership – Programme Manager and Nurse trainer

⮚ Psychosocial Support Advisor, World Child Cancer

Key Responsibilities :

Needs assessments and support plans

⮚ To ensure the provision of high-quality assessment and care support planning in partnership with families.

⮚ To assess and review needs, initially at diagnosis and at key points during the cancer journey (relapse, end of life).

⮚ To individually assess families’ needs at diagnosis, developing support plans for the patient and families that are considered to be at high risk of abandonment in collaboration with the medical staff.

⮚ To ensure that the support plan is delivered directly or in partnership with others.

⮚ To intervene and refer to relevant authorities, where any safeguarding needs are assessed. These may include concerns that have an impact on the family functioning and where there is an impact on the care provision of the child.

Provision of emotional support to patients and their parents

⮚ To provide emotional support to patients and cares in individual and group sessions to help them cope better with the impact of the cancer diagnosis at each stage of the illness.

⮚ Organize support groups and/or support for family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting the patient with the impact of cancer. ⮚ Support the parents to grow their own peer support group in prioritizing, planning and implementing projects to support families (accommodation, transport costs, cash support)

⮚ Signposting families, who require a greater level of emotional support, to other relevant departments or organizations

Family education and information provision :

⮚ To support the overall function of the medical team in delivering treatment and care by facilitating the communication between the families and the medical staff. ⮚ To organize families’ education activities in collaboration with the medical staff. ⮚ To ensure families have access to the information they need in order to understand their child’s illness.

⮚ To be accessible to families for them to ask questions and to know where to signpost families for accurate and helpful information.

Fundraising and financial support

⮚ To compile anonymized case studies to be used in fundraising activities and to collect consent from caregivers

Data Management and Recording :

⮚ To maintain records in accordance with the hospital requirements

⮚ To manage data and patient information in line with Data Protection guidelines

⮚ To record patient information and interventions in a non-judgmental way

⮚ To keep clear, accurate and timely written / typed records of support offered to patients and their families

Collaboration with the rest of the hospital

⮚ To aid with SOPs and any assistance needed in the rest of the hospital

⮚ Be present in multi-disciplinary team meetings and share your assessment, observations and recommendations

⮚ Observe and assess the child’s anxieties and communicate any psycho-social issues or concerns of both the patient and the care giver, to the consultants

Person Specification

Qualifications:

⮚ A degree in one of the following:

o Bachelor of Psychology

o Bachelor of Social Work

o Bachelor of Public Health

o Diploma in Psychosocial Support

Experience :

⮚ Experience and knowledge of working with children/young people in a social care setting

⮚ Experience and knowledge of working in a multi-disciplinary environment

⮚ Understanding of the impact of serious illness

Skills and Attributes :

⮚ Ability to present information clearly to a range of people

⮚ Proven ability to communicate sensitively and effectively at all levels both verbally and in writing

⮚ Proven ability to manage complex or conflicting priorities in a pressured environment ⮚ Time management and organizational skills

⮚ Person centred approach

⮚ Ability to deal with stressful situations and offer appropriate support to others ⮚ Understanding of data protection and the ability to maintain confidentiality ⮚ Child-centred service user focus

⮚ Desire to develop skills in this field

⮚ Supportive, Team Player, Resourceful and Objective

⮚ The ability to build a rapport and develop relationships with children and their families ⮚ Empathy, patience and sensitivity

⮚ Verbal and written communication skills, including skills in listening, observing, taking notes and record keeping

⮚ Teamworking skills and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team ⮚ The ability to work independently and to priorities your workload

⮚ Organisation skills to plan and deliver activities for children

⮚ Creativity, energy and enthusiasm

⮚ Cultural awareness and respect for the religious and cultural diversity of children and their families

⮚ A flexible approach to work in order to adapt to children’s different needs ⮚ An understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding issues

⮚ Health, safety and risk awareness.