Partners in Health (PIH) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) State Enrolled Community Health Nurse
2.) Nurse Mentor (4)
3.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
4.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer – Global Action in Nursing
5.) Data Clerk
6.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (Rahim Family Foundation)
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.
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) State Enrolled Community Health Nurse
Project and Position Overview
In 2021, PIH-Sierra Leone (PIH-SL) has set a goal to drive down TB cases by 90% over the next five years. TB is a curable and preventable disease, so no person in Sierra Leone should suffer or die from TB. Our first step will be to close the TB case detection gap in Kono district – an impoverished rural district with a population of 500,000 residents, and which was previously was the center of the diamond trade and seat of the country’s civil war. This is where we want to rapidly diagnose people suffering from TB and put them on life-saving treatment.
To achieve dramatic gains in diagnostics and treatment, PIH SL will replicate and adapt a strategy used by PIH in Peru, conducting community-level screening for TB using portable X-ray machines. These units can be transported by a 4×4 vehicle to difficult-to-reach locations in the hills and without paved roads. Our ability to bring this diagnostic tool is essential because even short distances can require hours of travel due to lack of adequate infrastructure. In addition, for many patients the transportation cost of making visits to the hospital exceeds daily incomes. Through our partnerships with traditional chiefs, we have built trust which has also driven demand to our services.
The portable X-ray machines the project will use for this project are digital and use AI algorithm-based image recognition technology, allowing for reliable screening without a radiologist at hand, giving screening results in minutes. For patients with abnormal chest X-rays, we will collect sputum samples on the spot and transport them to modern GeneXpert machines for testing. Patients who test positive will receive treatment at PIH-supported government facilities. Community health workers will conduct home visits to ensure treatment completion.
PIH-SL is planning to conduct a community based TB screening project in Kono district using a portable X-ray. Through this project we aim to find missing TB cases. The nurse working with this project will play a big role in ensuring that all people to be screened are well prepared physically, psychologically pre and post screening. He/she is expected to do this with utmost compassion and respect to humanity and also ensure all those diagnosed are properly linked to TB care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Taking patients’ demographic history during the screening exercises.
Tuberculosis symptom screening and filling of the paper form data tools
Preparing patients for X-ray taking including explaining the procedure and its purpose.
Sputum sample collection from people with positive TB screen, either by X-ray or by symptom screen
Explaining results from the X-ray images to the subjects.
Ensuring that all people diagnosed with TB are linked to care through phone calls and through the CHW network.
Pre and Posttest HIV counseling in liaison with the HIV counselor.
Ensuring adequate infection Prevention and Control
Maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.
Cover duties at the isolation ward as required.
Ensure and maintain the medical database in collaboration with the MEQ team.
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.
Perform other duties related to the role, department or project as may be required by the Medical Director or Clinician in Charge.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
PIH 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.
Qualification and Experience
Certificate in State Enrolled Community Health Nursing with at least 1 year working experience.
Knowledge in TB and HIV projects is an added advantage.
Ability to work in a team.
Ability to demonstrate compassion and good counseling skills.
Proven ability to exercise good judgement, demonstrate political astuteness, and tact.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internally and externally.
This is a location based recruitment, no accommodation or relocation allowance is available for this assignment.
Must not hold a PIN code or receive salary from consolidated funds.
Ability to live full-time in Kono required.
A valid national identification card/Passport/Voters Identification card
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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday, 20th December, 2021
2.) Nurse Mentor (4)
Position Overview
The Nurse Mentor will be an integral part of the clinical team, working collaboratively with others to ensure that nurses consistently deliver high quality, patient-centered care. It is also important that the Nurse Mentor seeks to develop and maintain relationships with nurses and clinical leadership of the MOHS and to promote PIH model of social medicine in healthcare.
The nurse mentor is an experienced nursing staff, who will serve as a role model, advocate, and provide guidance, while also sharing their clinical experiences to help nurses develop and gain confidence in their roles, most importantly thinking critically and solving problems independently. For new nurses, the Nurse Mentor will get them acclimated to the clinical setting. The Nurse Mentor will provide formal and informal training, support, and counseling to nurses within safe environments, inside and outside of clinical settings. Nurse mentors demonstrate compassion and humility in their interactions and develop trust-based relationships with their mentees. Nurses who rely on their mentors for guidance, wisdom, and knowledge sharing often see their mentors as role models, teachers, and friends.
Strategies nurse mentors can use to help develop the skills and confidence of new and inexperienced nurses include coaching, teaching, counseling, advocating, and providing support. Additional strategies includesharing success stories, assisting new nurses in social situations, and getting them to think critically and solve problems. There are also opportunities to show them informal traditions in the workplace. New nurses may not be aware of social norms in the nursing profession, and they may be uneasy about approaching fellow nurses, physicians, and other professionals. To ease their transitions, mentors can introduce their mentees to others when walking around the facility or in meetings. And nurse mentors can teach new nurses how to socialize at work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Director of Nursing, Director of Clinical Education and Koidu Government Hospital Matron to assist with developing and facilitating a Nursing Orientation curriculum, to ensure nurses at the facility are aware of, and comply with standard nursing policies and protocols, and use best practices while providing nursing care.
Collaborate with the Directors of Nursing and Clinical Education and Koidu Government Hospital Matron to develop and facilitate a Student Nurse Orientation curriculum to ensure that student nurses develop good nursing practice skills; supervision and mentorship of nursing students who are posted to the facility for clinical practicum is required.
Provide nursing care alongside nurses in the wards, while being observant for opportunities for mentoring and coaching in nursing competencies; this may include working in varying shifts as required.
Work collaboratively with the Nurse-in-Charge of the wards to identify gaps in nursing care and developing a plan to systematically address such gaps; this may also include identifying professional and clinical development opportunities for high performing nurses in the wards.
Identify and implement Quality Improvement projects that would improve on the ward’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), while also improving patient outcomes and developing nursing practice and clinical skills.
Facilitate In-Service trainings and nursing clinical presentations as a means to encourage and develop a culture of continuous learning among the nursing teams.
Create and maintain a safe and open learning environment for nursing staff including for student nurses.
Collaborate with the Directors of Nursing and Clinical Education to facilitate annual Nursing Skills competencies check-offs.
Effectively manage the wards in the absence of the Nurse-in-Charge and with the support of the Hospital Matron and other Nursing leadership.
Provide supervision of nursing staff in the wards in collaboration with the Nurse-in-Charge to ensure that nursing policies and protocols are followed and that nurses provide competent, evidence-based care.
Collaborate with the NCD Clinic to identify patients in need of follow-up and to ensure appointments are set-up, with links to care prior to discharge from the facility.
Conduct surveys to Identify training needs for nurses and students while also seeking feedback from clinicians working in those wards.
Provide training and mentorship at other PIH-supported facilities as may be required.
Collaborate with the M & E team to collect data, compile and share activity and monthly reports required by the grant with the Directors of Nursing and Clinical Education and others.
Other responsibilities as deemed required by the Directors of Nursing and Clinical Education.
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
State Registered Nurse (SRN).
5 or more years of experience as a SRN, practicing in a hospital setting.
Experience as a preceptor or tutor or of mentoring others, a plus.
Basic knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint – and also using Email.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in English
Ability to work well with others in a team and be creative
Pursue attention to detail
Ability to be adaptable, especially working in different clinical departments and shifts, including weekend and night shifts as may be required.
Commitment to social justice and health care as a human right.
Ability to live and work fulltime in Kono District, Sierra Leone.
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation , Abuse and Harassment
PIH 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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday December 20th , 2021.
3.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Position Overview
The principle objective of the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer is to strengthen M&E systems and processes for NCDI Commission activities and engagements. S/he will work closely with Data Quality and Program Manager, M&E Manager, M&E Associate and partner staff; representatives from primary stakeholder groups; external consultants and field staff when appropriate. The role will be providing technical support to the NCDI commission in facilitating data collection, documenting activity reports and report on the progress of the PEN-PLUS activities that will be implemented by PIH SL in 2022. The role will be providing data management, monitoring, reporting and research support to the NCD clinic in Kono District. The role will continuously promote data use for NCD related services.
PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Roles and Responsibilities
1. To Support NCDI Commission work specifically;
Assess NCDI disease burden using existing and estimated data
Estimate availability and coverage of NCDI interventions
Document existing NCDI policies and service delivery models
Assemble data on NCDI costs, financing, and governance
Undertake a priority-setting exercise to determine priority conditions
Recommend potential cost-effective interventions and estimate their costs and impacts
2. To strengthen the M&E system and processes for Partners in Health’s projects
Ensure regular update and progress reporting on project indicator trackers and M&E plan.
Assist in developing and maintaining Project databases when required.
Ensure proper data collection, entry and analysis of project surveys;
Monitor data quality and provide feedback when required.
3. To ensure high standards of Implementation of M&E Activities at field levels by:
Guiding the planning and implementation of M&E activities at project level to ensure quality interventions in creating the desired changes in the lives of target beneficiaries.
Developing and implementing plans for project-related capacity-building on M&E and any computer-based data management support that may be required.
Supporting Project Officers, Assistant Project Officers, field level staff and partner staff to implement M&E systems and processes.
Guiding staff and partners in preparing their progress reports. And supporting preparation of consolidated progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and timing.
Guiding staff and partners on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts.
Ensuring that in general, project monitoring arrangements comply with donor agreements and the provisions of such agreements are fully observed during project implementation
4. To work as a team member of Partners in Health by;
Establishing and developing effective working relationship with PIH, Health Facility staff, and community volunteers to ensure team work and integration.
As team member effectively participating in any data quality improvement measures
Participating in team decision making, planning and joint activities
Supporting other projects in your area whenever requested to do so
Adhering to PIH’s programme and other policies on physical and financial resources
Prevention of Sexua 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.
Qualification and Experience
Completion of a first-level University Degree in one of the following fields: social sciences, statistics, development economics, epidemiology, monitoring, and evaluation or other related fields.
Technical Competencies
At least three years of monitoring, evaluation and/or research experience, ideally in the global health sector;
Relevant professional work experience in data management/data analysis using offline tools and paper-based reporting systems;
Academic or professional experience designing and implementing evaluations and analyzing findings, including demonstrated knowledge of basic statistical concepts;
Experience in international development or humanitarian work in a multi-cultural environment (desirable);
Experience in collecting, analyzing and visualizing data, identifying trends, preparing reports, communicating results, and developing data visualization products is desirable;
Knowledge of data quality control and assurance mechanisms, how to work with relevant technology and procedures to collect, organize, share and use information;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including extremely strong Microsoft Excel skills;
Ability to multi-task well and meet deadlines consistently
Behavioral Competencies
Professional – resourceful problem-solver, adapts well to changing priorities and demands, able to work well with ambiguity
Interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively, active listener, highly collaborative, and provides constructive feedback
Detail oriented – strong attention to detail and commitment to getting it right, delivering polished, high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight
Demonstrated passion for strengthening the health system in Sierra Leone and belief in giving a preferential option to the poor
Ethical – Demonstrated alignment with and commitment to the health information professionals’ code of ethics; data and information governance policies along with a natural passion for strengthening strategic health information system in Sierra Leone.
Commitment to understanding and advocating for PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty
Methods 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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday, 20th December, 2021
4.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer – Global Action in Nursing
Project and Position Overview
The GAIN project aims to reduce preventable maternal and infant death during childbirth by providing clinical and leadership training to nurses and midwives in high-risk communities. We currently partner with the Global AIDS Interfaith Alliance (GAIA) and Partners in Health (PIH) to equip nurses and midwives with the expertise and skills they need to save lives through:
Comprehensive curriculum delivery, including leadership training and maternal and neonatal clinical training in safe childbirth.
Year-long bedside mentoring from expert nurse midwives.
A UCSF support team to (1) collect data on nurse-midwife clinical practices and mentorship activities and (2) track maternal and infant complications and deaths to observe project impact.
The development of country-specific Nursing Education Advisory Boards (NEAB) to guide our work in scholarships and education programs
In response to SARS-CoV-2, GAIN is prioritizing infection prevention and control measures for nurses and midwives at GAIN sites. We have accelerated the procurement of essential supplies to not only support precaution efforts, but also to ensure that maternal and neonatal patients do not suffer as resources shift to respond to the outbreak.
About
Giving birth should be safe for all women.
GAIN, founded in 2017, is a women-led organization of global health experts. This comprehensive project focuses on a three-part solution to decrease maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality in Liberia, Malawi and Sierra Leone:
Expanding the nursing workforce
Establishing a pathway for nurses to upgrade their education.
Creating cadres of expert providers skilled in patient care and leadership.
The principle objective of the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer is to strengthen M&E systems and processes for Global Action in Nursing activities and engagements. S/he will work closely with Data Quality and Program Manager, M&E Coordinators, Clinical Educators, GAIN Mentors and partner staff; representatives from primary stakeholder groups; external consultants and field staff when appropriate. The role will have to dedicate 40% to 60% of their time towards GAIN activities and also play a part in supporting other roles within other projects to be assigned. The role is expected to be creative and innovative in working with team members.
PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
General:
Roles and Responsibilities
1. To support Global Action in Nursing work specifically;
Document reports (weekly, monthly and quarterly)
Act as a lead facilitator for collaborative assignments for GAIN and NWGLB
Contribute and attend to GAIN monthly calls with the donor
Supporting research activities of the project
Monitor the CommCare data entry and cleaning
Support and manage the quality of maternal care dashboard (Consortium Dashboard)
Provide mentorship to the M&E Coordinators
2. To strengthen the M&E system and processes for Partners in Health’s projects
Ensure regular update and progress reporting on project indicator trackers and M&E plan.
Assist in developing and maintaining Project databases when required.
Ensure proper data collection, entry and analysis of project surveys;
Monitor data quality and provide feedback when required.
3. To ensure high standards of Implementation of M&E Activities at field levels by:
Guiding the planning and implementation of M&E activities at project level to ensure quality interventions in creating the desired changes in the lives of target beneficiaries.
Developing and implementing plans for project-related capacity-building on M&E and any computer-based data management support that may be required.
Supporting Project Officers, Assistant Project Officers, field level staff and partner staff to implement M&E systems and processes.
Guiding staff and partners in preparing their progress reports. And supporting preparation of consolidated progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and timing.
Guiding staff and partners on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts.
Ensuring that in general, project monitoring arrangements comply with donor agreements and the provisions of such agreements are fully observed during project implementation
4. To Work as a team member of Partners in Health by;
Establishing and developing effective working relationship with PIH, Health Facility staff, and community volunteers to ensure team work and integration.
As team member effectively participating in any data quality improvement measures
Participating in team decision making, planning and joint activities
Supporting other projects in your area whenever requested to do so
Adhering to PIH’s programme and other policies on physical and financial resources
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
PIH 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.
Qualification and Experience
Completion of a first-level University Degree in one of the following fields: social sciences, statistics, development economics, epidemiology, monitoring, and evaluation or other related fields.
Technical Competencies
At least three years of monitoring, evaluation and/or research experience, ideally in the global health sector;
Relevant professional work experience in data management/data analysis using offline tools and paper-based reporting systems;
Academic or professional experience designing and implementing evaluations and analyzing findings, including demonstrated knowledge of basic statistical concepts;
Experience in international development or humanitarian work in a multi-cultural environment (desirable);
Experience in collecting, analyzing and visualizing data, identifying trends, preparing reports, communicating results, and developing data visualization products is desirable;
Knowledge of data quality control and assurance mechanisms, how to work with relevant technology and procedures to collect, organize, share and use information;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including extremely strong Microsoft Excel skills;
Ability to multi-task well and meet deadlines consistently
Behavioral Competencies
Professional – resourceful problem-solver, adapts well to changing priorities and demands, able to work well with ambiguity
Interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively, active listener, highly collaborative, and provides constructive feedback; empathic, culturally competent with an adequate awareness of one’s heuristic and cognitive biases. Detail oriented – strong attention to detail and commitment to getting it right, delivering polished, high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight
Ethical – Demonstrated alignment with and commitment to the health information professionals’ code of ethics; data and information governance policies along with a natural passion for strengthening strategic health information system in Sierra Leone.
Demonstrated passion for strengthening the health system in Sierra Leone and belief in giving a preferential option to the poor
Commitment to understanding and advocating for PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty
Methods 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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday, 20th December, 2021
5.) Data Clerk
Project and Position Overview
In 2021, PIH-Sierra Leone (PIH-SL) has set a goal to drive down TB cases by 90% over the next five years. TB is a curable and preventable disease, so no person in Sierra Leone should suffer or die from TB. Our first step will be to close the TB case detection gap in Kono district – an impoverished rural district with a population of 500,000 residents, and which was previously was the center of the diamond trade and seat of the country’s civil war. This is where we want to rapidly diagnose people suffering from TB and put them on life-saving treatment.
To achieve dramatic gains in diagnostics and treatment, PIH SL will replicate and adapt a strategy used by PIH in Peru, conducting community-level screening for TB using portable X-ray machines. These units can be transported by a 4×4 vehicle to difficult-to-reach locations in the hills and without paved roads. Our ability to bring this diagnostic tool is essential because even short distances can require hours of travel due to lack of adequate infrastructure. In addition, for many patients the transportation cost of making visits to the hospital exceeds daily incomes. Through our partnerships with traditional chiefs, we have built trust which has also driven demand to our services.
The portable X-ray machines the project will use for this project are digital and use AI algorithm-based image recognition technology, allowing for reliable screening without a radiologist at hand, giving screening results in minutes. For patients with abnormal chest X-rays, we will collect sputum samples on the spot and transport them to modern GeneXpert machines for testing. Patients who test positive will receive treatment at PIH-supported government facilities. Community health workers will conduct home visits to ensure treatment completion.
PIH-SL is planning to conduct a community based TB screening project in Kono district using a portable X-ray. Through this project we aim to find missing TB cases. The principle objective of the Data Clerk is to collect data and manage data for the Rahim Project. S/he will be responsible for providing support to the M&E Officer and clinical team in strengthening M&E systems and processes for Rahim Project activities and engagements. S/he will work closely with the Rahim M&E Officer, Data Quality Program Manager, partner staff; representatives from primary stakeholder groups; external consultants and field staff when appropriate. The role might also be given tasks from the SHIS unit to support other data management related tasks.
PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
General:
Roles and Responsibilities
1. To Support the implementation of Rahim Project work specifically;
Data collection of TB community screening data
Data management for the TB outcomes
Data compilation for the report documentation
Data quality spot checks
2. To strengthen the data management system and processes for Rahim project
Ensure proper data collection, entry and analysis of project surveys;
Monitor data quality and provide feedback when required.
3. To Work as a team member of Partners in Health by;
Establishing and developing effective working relationship with PIH, Health Facility staff, and community volunteers to ensure team work and integration.
As team member effectively participating in any data quality improvement measures
Participating in team decision making, planning and joint activities
Supporting other projects in your area whenever requested to do so
Adhering to PIH’s programme and other policies on physical and financial resources
Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
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.
Qualification and Experience
Completion of secondary education or any post-secondary certification
Technical Competencies
High School diploma.
At least three years of monitoring, evaluation and/or research experience, ideally in the global health sector;
Relevant professional work experience in data management/data analysis using offline tools and paper-based reporting systems;
Academic or professional experience designing and implementing evaluations and analyzing findings, including demonstrated knowledge of basic statistical concepts;
Experience in international development or humanitarian work in a multi-cultural environment (desirable);
Experience in collecting, analyzing and visualizing data, identifying trends, preparing reports, communicating results, and developing data visualization products is desirable;
Knowledge of data quality control and assurance mechanisms, how to work with relevant technology and procedures to collect, organize, share and use information;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including extremely strong Microsoft Excel skills;
Ability to multi-task well and meet deadlines consistently
Behavioral Competencies
Professional – resourceful problem-solver, adapts well to changing priorities and demands, able to work well with ambiguity
Interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively, active listener, highly collaborative, and provides constructive feedback
Detail oriented – strong attention to detail and commitment to getting it right, delivering polished, high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight
Ethical – Demonstrated alignment with and commitment to the health information professionals’ code of ethics; data and information governance policies along with a natural passion for strengthening strategic health information system in Sierra Leone.
Demonstrated passion for strengthening the health system in Sierra Leone and belief in giving a preferential option to the poor
Commitment to understanding and advocating for PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty
Methods 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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday, 20th December, 2021
6.) Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (Rahim Family Foundation)
Project and Position Overview
In 2021, PIH-Sierra Leone (PIH-SL) has set a goal to drive down TB cases by 90% over the next five years. TB is a curable and preventable disease, so no person in Sierra Leone should suffer or die from TB. Our first step will be to close the TB case detection gap in Kono district – an impoverished rural district with a population of 500,000 residents, and which was previously was the center of the diamond trade and seat of the country’s civil war. This is where we want to rapidly diagnose people suffering from TB and put them on life-saving treatment.
To achieve dramatic gains in diagnostics and treatment, PIH SL will replicate and adapt a strategy used by PIH in Peru, conducting community-level screening for TB using portable X-ray machines. These units can be transported by a 4×4 vehicle to difficult-to-reach locations in the hills and without paved roads. Our ability to bring this diagnostic tool is essential because even short distances can require hours of travel due to lack of adequate infrastructure. In addition, for many patients the transportation cost of making visits to the hospital exceeds daily incomes. Through our partnerships with traditional chiefs, we have built trust which has also driven demand to our services.
The portable X-ray machines the project will use for this project are digital and use AI algorithm-based image recognition technology, allowing for reliable screening without a radiologist at hand, giving screening results in minutes. For patients with abnormal chest X-rays, we will collect sputum samples on the spot and transport them to modern GeneXpert machines for testing. Patients who test positive will receive treatment at PIH-supported government facilities. Community health workers will conduct home visits to ensure treatment completion.
PIH-SL is planning to conduct a community-based TB screening project in Kono district using a portable X-ray. Through this project, PIH aims to find missing TB cases. The nurse working with this project will play a big role in ensuring that all people to be screened are well prepared physically, psychologically pre and post screening. He/she is expected to do this with utmost compassion and respect to humanity and also ensure all those diagnosed are properly linked to TB care.
Rahim Monitoring and Evaluation Officer is the focal M&E person for the project and will be providing support the clinical team in data management, monitoring activities and documenting reports for the project’s activities and engagements. S/he will work closely with Data Quality and Program Manager and partner staff; representatives from primary stakeholder groups; external consultants and field staff when appropriate. The role will have to dedicate most of their time in monitoring, reporting, and evaluation the implementation of Rahim Project. The role is expected to be creative and innovative in working with team members.
PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
General:
Roles and Responsibilities
1. To support the implementation of Rahim Project work specifically;
Monitoring the implementation of the project
Working with e-health team in managing and out rolling of CommCare data
Reporting and evaluating progress to the team involved in the project, SMT and relevant stakeholders.
Conduct data quality checks
Documenting reports and promoting data use within the project itself.
2. To strengthen the M&E system and processes for Partners in Health’s projects
Ensure regular follow-up and progress reporting on project indicator trackers and M&E plan.
Direct supervision of the data clerk.
Assist in developing and maintaining Project databases when required.
Ensure proper data collection, entry and analysis of project surveys;
Monitor data quality and provide feedback when required.
3. To ensure high standards of Implementation of M&E Activities at field levels. By,
Guiding the planning and implementation of M&E activities at project level to ensure quality interventions in creating the desired changes in the lives of target beneficiaries.
Supporting Project Officers, Assistant Project Officers, field level staff and partner staff to implement M&E systems and processes.
Guiding staff and partners in preparing their progress reports. And supporting preparation of consolidated progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and timing.
Guiding staff and partners on qualitative monitoring to provide relevant information for ongoing evaluation of project activities, effects and impacts.
Ensuring that in general, project monitoring arrangements comply with donor agreements and the provisions of such agreements are fully observed during project implementation
4. Work as a team member of Partners in Health by;
Establishing and developing effective working relationship with PIH, Health Facility staff, and community volunteers to ensure team work and integration.
As team member effectively participating in any data quality improvement measures
Participating in team decision making, planning and joint activities
Supporting other projects in your area whenever requested to do so
Adhering to PIH’s programme and other policies on physical and financial resources
Ability to work full time in Kono district.
Prevention of Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
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.
Qualification and Experience
Completion of a first-level University Degree in one of the following fields: social sciences, statistics, development economics, epidemiology, monitoring, and evaluation or other related fields.
Technical Competencies
At least three years of monitoring, evaluation and/or research experience, ideally in the global health sector;
Relevant professional work experience in data management/data analysis using offline tools and paper-based reporting systems;
Academic or professional experience designing and implementing evaluations and analyzing findings, including demonstrated knowledge of basic statistical concepts;
Experience in international development or humanitarian work in a multi-cultural environment (desirable);
Experience in collecting, analyzing and visualizing data, identifying trends, preparing reports, communicating results, and developing data visualization products is desirable;
Knowledge of data quality control and assurance mechanisms, how to work with relevant technology and procedures to collect, organize, share and use information;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including extremely strong Microsoft Excel skills;
Ability to multi-task well and meet deadlines consistently
Behavioral Competencies
Professional – resourceful problem-solver, adapts well to changing priorities and demands, able to work well with ambiguity
Interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively, active listener, highly collaborative, and provides constructive feedback empathic, culturally competent with an adequate awareness of one’s heuristic and cognitive biases.
Detail oriented – strong attention to detail and commitment to getting it right, delivering polished, high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight
Ethical – Demonstrated alignment with and commitment to the health information professionals’ code of ethics; data and information governance policies along with a natural passion for strengthening strategic health information system in Sierra Leone.
Demonstrated passion for strengthening the health system in Sierra Leone and belief in giving a preferential option to the poor
Commitment to understanding and advocating for PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty
Methods 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) refereesnot later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Monday, 20th December, 2021
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