Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Education and Literacy Program Manager
2.) Health and Nutrition Program Manager
3.) Zonal Coordinator (Project Officer)
4.) Information Communication Technology for Development Officer

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, health (including malaria), agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding.

 

CRS/ Sierra Leone and Program Background

Catholic Relief Service (CRS) launched its work in Sierra Leone in 1963 supporting relief and development operations in the country. CRS Sierra Leone has proudly maintained a strong reputation and relationship with partners and the communities we serve in the country implementing a multi-sector program portfolio. Today, the Country Program has a robust portfolio built around several major programs in Health, Agriculture, Nutrition, Education and Urban Resilience. CRS/Sierra Leone currently implements projects in Education, Emergencies, Health and Urban Resilience sector area, including: the USDA/McGovern Dole Food for Education funded All Pikin for Learn (APfL) project, and is a co-principal recipient of the Global Fund malaria grant to the country. Other funding includes the EU-funded COVID response project, the Coca Cola-funded RAIN project, and the DFID-funded waste management project. In addition, the country program is working on several high-profile opportunities included establishing a Freetown Water Fund, supporting the Freetown City Council to deliver its Transform Freetown strategy through slum regeneration, and emergency response to COVID-19 funded by USG/OFDA.  CRS Urban malaria research project anticipate that by incorporating malaria activities in the Transform Freetown Project, a more holistic and sustainable approach to improving the health and reducing malaria prevalence can be achieved.

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Education and Literacy Program Manager

Department: MGD Food for Education Project Unit

Reports To:        Chief of Party – MGD Food for Education Project Unit

Country:CRS-Sierra Leone.

Duty Location: CRS Office Kabala with 30% travel to program sites

 

Job Summary:

You will manage programming in the Country Program (CP) for the Education Program area of the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition project, designing and implementing projects advancing Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) work in serving the poor and vulnerable. Your management skills and knowledge will ensure that the CP delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving the impact of its programming.

 

Job Responsibilities:

Roles and Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and implement all activities throughout relevant project cycles – project design, start-up, implementation, and close-out – to ensure efficient and effective implementation in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices. Ensure project team and partner staff use the appropriate systems and tools.

• Effectively manage talent and supervise. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, contribute to the recruitment process of project staff, and complete performance management for direct reports.

• Champion learning with project staff and partner teams. Analyze and evaluate project performance data following MEAL policy. Proactively identify issues and concerns and use participatory processes to overcome implementation obstacles.

• Act as a key resource person in project design and proposal development in respective programming area, gap-filling and taking on growth responsibilities, as needed.

• Coordinate the identification of staff capacity and technical assistance needs of partner organizations and capacity strengthening and required interventions to support quality project implementation.

• Help identify, assess and strengthen partnerships relevant to education, applying appropriate application of partnership concepts, tools and approaches.

• Coordinate and monitor financial and material resources relevant to project needs. Through planning and oversight ensure efficient use of project resources

 

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Education, International Development or International Relations required. Additional experience may substitute for some education.

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant field-based experience in coordinating or managing light to moderately complex projects required, preferably with an international NGO.

• Additional experience may substitute for some education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience in Education is highly desirable.

• Experience engaging with partner organizations.

• Experience contributing to the development of technical proposals.

• MEAL skills and experience preferred.

• Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, information management systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment.

• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work effectively with culturally diverse groups.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to write reports.

• Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented

 

Required Languages – English Language. Knowledge of Kreo will be an added advantage

Travel- include percentage of required travel, if applicable. Could be stated as Must be willing and able to travel up to 30 %.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Senior Project Officer Education, SILC Manager

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Health and Nutrition PM, Field Operations Manager, School Liaison Officers, Field Monitors and other FFE program staff members

External: MBSSE (at national and district level), School Feeding Secretariat, Teachers, Education Stakeholders and partners, SMCs,

 

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Integrity

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Builds Relationships

• Develops Talent

• Strategic Mindset

• Accountability & Stewardship

 

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to safeguarding-related topics.

 

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  CRS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To apply for this position please send up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, copies of relevant certificates to:

SL_HR@crs.org.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

Also send a copy of your application package to the desk Officers, Ministry of Employment and Social Security,New England and Extension Offices in Applicants’ Locations

 

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

 

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

 

Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is 20th August 2021.

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2.) Health and Nutrition Program Manager

 

Department: MGD Food for Education Project Unit

Reports To: Chief of Party – MGD Food for Education Project Unit

Country: CRS-Sierra Leone.

Duty Location: CRS Office Kabala with 25% travel to program sites

 

Job Summary:

This is a hands-on supervisory position responsible for promoting health and dietary practices as part of CRS’ efforts to realize Strategic Objective 2 of the McGovern-Dole Food for Education and Child Nutrition project. The incumbent in this role will lead efforts to promote meal planning, school health and nutrition education, school health clubs, social behavior change communication (both at school and community level), deworming, WASH in schools and supporting the national government develop relevant school health and nutrition policies. You will further support coordination efforts between relevant ministries and departments as well as support assessments to identify health and nutrition needs of vulnerable groups. You will provide oversight to health and nutrition initiatives of the program and will take the lead in the design, implementation, monitoring and reporting of all training related activities of the MGD project either implemented directly by CRS or in collaboration with government and sub-recipient.

Job Responsibilities:

Roles and Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical oversight and direction for health and nutrition activities as an integral part of the project and build on existing health and nutrition initiatives in Sierra Leone.

• Assess nutrition gaps and develop nutrition-sensitive activities to enhance the health and nutrition of project beneficiaries, especially in the area of meal planning, dietary diversity and nutrition and health practices amongst pupils in project schools.

• Lead the development of materials, key messages and trainings in schools and communities to promote health and nutrition.

• Ensure effective partnerships, coordination and collaboration between key project stakeholders, particularly sub-recipient and departments of line ministries.

• Lead the development of SBCC materials and coordinate implementation of initiatives by project sub-recipient.

• Develop and maintain effective and mutually beneficial relationships with other key health and nutrition stakeholders.

• Address the nutritional needs of pregnant and lactating women and children under five years of age, as applicable.

 

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Nutrition

• Minimum of 5 years field work with an INGO

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong analytical skills

• Computer literate in word and excel

• Ability and willingness live in and travel to remote areas

• Ability to work under pressure, handles multiple tasks, and meets deadlines

• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in school meal nutrition and health programming

• Experience with Social Behavior Change Communication

• Budget management experience

• Monitoring and evaluation

• Research skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong writing and editing skills

• Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders;

• Strong organizational skills

• Experience of team working

• Ability to work on own initiative under pressure and tight deadlines in a busy environment and competing demands

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and the Internet

• Good presentation skills

• Excellent numeracy skills

 

Required Languages – English (Krio will be an advantage)

Travel- 25% travel to field location

Supervisory Responsibilities: The incumbent will be responsible for supervising the WASH and Infrastructure Program Manager and Health and Nutrition Project Officer.

Key Working Relationships

Internal:  Chief of Party, Head of Programs, Program Managers, Program Officers, Area Operations Manager and other CRS staff.

External: DDHT, Caritas-Makeni, Teachers, MSGs, Pupils, SMCs, relevant line ministries and departments, district councils and community stakeholders.

Work Conditions/Environment Conditions

The position is based in Kabala in the Northern Part of Sierra Leone and requires approximately 25% travel, sometimes to hardship locations and for extended periods of time that can last several weeks. This is an unaccompanied position due to the remoteness of the field location and require flexibility.

 

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Integrity

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Builds Relationships

• Develops Talent

• Strategic Mindset

• Accountability & Stewardship

 

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to safeguarding-related topics.

 

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  CRS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To apply for this position please send up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, copies of relevant certificates to

SL_HR@crs.org.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

Also send a copy of your application package to the desk Officers, Ministry of Employment and Social Security,New England and Extension Offices in Applicants’ Locations

 

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

 

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

 

Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is 20th August 2021

 

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3.) Zonal Coordinator (Project Officer)

 

Department: Global Fund Project Unit – Programs

Reports To:        Health Program Manager (Deputy Project Director) Global Fund Project Unit

Country: CRS-Sierra Leone.

Duty Location:CRS Country Office – Freetown with 20% travel to program sites

 

Job Summary

• Organize and lead the implementation of all assigned project activities as outlined in the detailed implementation plan in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices.

• Ensure learning properly accompanies project activities throughout the project cycle. Support accountability through coordinating project evaluation activities and guiding partners in their efforts to reflect on project experiences. Analyse implementation challenges and report any inconsistencies and/or gaps to inform adjustments to plans and implementation schedules.

• Coordinate and oversee working relationships with all local project stakeholders and serve as the liaison between them and the project team to mobilize local actors and promote project activities and impact.

• Supervise and perform ad-hoc inspections of various processes and resources at project sites to ensure timely project activities implementation and adherence to established process standards and procedures. Ensure proper tracking of resource use for project activities through periodic budget reviews and follow-up with and assistance to implementing partner.

• Support and coordinate capacity building and technical support activities to ensure assigned project activities are implemented per project guidelines and standards.

• Coordinate provision of any logistical and administrative support to staff and partners.

• Ensure project documentation for assigned activities is complete with all required documents and is filed per agency and donor requirements. Assist with preparation of trends analysis reports and documentation of case studies and promising practices

 

Other Specific Responsibility:

Under the overall supervision of the Global Fund Project Director and directly reporting to the Program Manager, the Zonal Coordinator will serve as a team member and responsible to support and ensure implementation of all Global Fund NFM3 project activities in an assigned Zone. A Zone is made up of 3 or more districts. In particular, the Zonal Coordinator will support and monitor implementation of IEC/BCC (Mass Media and Community Outreach) by Sub Recipients as well as the implementation of national surveys under the Global Fund grant.

 

Support implementation and Coordination:

• Ensure objective selection of clubs when sampling.

• Coordinate with Program Manager, M & E Coordinator and the Global Fund NFM3 Project Director to report on barriers to implementation in the field and provide inputs to problem solving.

• Participate in and coordinate with SRs and SSRs to report progress during DHMT monthly coordination meetings.

• Actively seek to understand the main interventions being promoted by other development actors in assigned operational area and ensure coordination.

• Compile, analyze and present zonal level information on BCC/IEC activities for reporting of program progress.

• As part of risk management, verify implementation and review SRs and SSRs reports to ensure accuracy of reports and field operations.

• Consistently use recommendations from trip reports to structure partner capacity building.

• Capture and report on program challenges, major decisions, lessons learned, and best practices gathered from monthly DHMT coordination meetings.

• Provide a copy of the agreed monthly summary data as part of their report to the CRS M&E Coordinator.

• Identify and report on any gaps or weakness in BCC and mass media reporting and monitoring systems.

 

Monitoring, Evaluation and Research:

• Monitor Sub-Recipients and Sub-Sub Recipients at a district level to report to M&E officer on program implementation.

• Conduct monitoring visits to project implementation sites:

 

• Observe 5SHC and 11 CHC every month

• Observe outreach activities, verify supporting documentation

• Provide supportive supervision, sharing observations

• Document observations during visits and make recommendations

 

• Consistently conduct entry meetings prior to monitoring SRs and SSRs explaining objectives

• Consistently conduct exit meeting/ debrief with key SRs and SSRs staff to share and validate findings and recommendations

• Systematically ensure the timely and quality reporting by SRs and SSRs in operational area.

• Monitor the use of standardized CRS reporting forms and suggest adaptations as required.

• Monitor and document BCC/IEC activities implemented through the media (Radio, TV etc.)

• Support the conduct of surveys (small- and large-scale studies)

 

Capacity Strengthening of Sub and Sub-sub Recipients:

• Support the development of program implementation and monitoring tools and lead the roll out of the tools in assigned districts.

• Support the Project Staff to facilitate capacity building sessions with the SRs and SSRs especially in reporting and project implementation.

 

DHMT Support:

• Work closely with District Medical Officers and other key partners to ensure that BCC and outreach activities are included in the planning and management of for the districts

• Ensure linkages between PHU staff and / or CHWs (or CBPs) with SHC and CHC as appropriate

• Linkages between DHMT, SRs, SSRs and other partners

 

Representation:

• Establish strong working relationships with SRs, SSRs, DHMTs and other stakeholders.

• Participate in District Health Management coordination meetings, technical working groups and general meetings.

• Represent the program at various levels as delegated by supervisors.

 

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Basic Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

• Minimum of five years’ experience in data collection and/or capacity strengthening.

• Experience in financial statement preparation, budgeting and grant reporting

• Experience with the Global Fund, UNAIDS, Rollback Malaria or Stop TB a plus

• Ability to work to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments.

• Significant field experience working with other partners.  Strong analytical skill.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, organized and detail oriented.

• Willingness to work additional hours during critical implementation periods.

• Ability to develop effective systems considering organizational effectiveness and impact on people.

• Excellent planning skills.  Demonstrate creative approaches to problem solving.

• Excellent independent judgment and decision-making skills.

• Ability to effectively interview and solicit information from individuals with varying educational and socio-economic backgrounds and levels, as well as ethnic and linguistic backgrounds.

• Ability to work independently and objectively maintaining the highest standards of integrity in job performance.

Flexible and easily adaptable to change. Ability to work in and promote a team environment/concept.  Strong computer skills (Excel, Word).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  Behaviour Change Field Agents, CRS Partner SRs and SSRs KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: GF Project Director, Program Manager, MEAL Manager, Grant Manager, ICT4D Officer and Senior Project Officer

External: District Medical Officer, DHMTs, Schools, Program Sub Recipients, Sub-Sub recipients and Other.

 

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Integrity

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Builds Relationships

• Develops Talent

• Strategic Mindset

• Accountability & Stewardship

 

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to safeguarding-related topics.

 

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  CRS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To apply for this position please send up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, copies of relevant certificates to:

SL_HR@crs.org.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

Also send a copy of your application package to the desk Officers, Ministry of Employment and Social Security,New England and Extension Offices in Applicants’ Locations

 

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

 

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

 

Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is 20th August 2021.

 

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4.) Information Communication Technology for Development Officer

 

Department:Global Fund Project Unit

Reports To:        Program Director – Global Fund Project Unit

Country:CRS-Sierra Leone.

Duty Location:CRS Country Office Freetown with 20% travel to program sites

 

Job Summary:

You will coordinate and deliver various ICT and ICT4D (ICT) related services in accordance with established agency ICT policies, procedures, and service standards to support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. You will provide responsive, professional service and technical support to Global Fund staff and partners (SRs/SSRs) to ensure efficient operation and use of project information sharing, communication, and collaboration technologies.

 

Job Responsibilities:

Roles and Key responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and maintain ICT systems and databases, including networks, servers, and telecommunications. Troubleshoot and address issues to ensure optimal performance.

• Configure and maintain applications and user devices. Provide timely and quality service delivery, technical support, and advice to user requests to ensure proper user access to agency business data and information.

• Maintain inventory of ICT equipment, hardware, and software and ensure adequate supply and functionality, in collaboration with relevant staff.  Provide input to budget for ICT related expenses.

• Coordinate relationships with suppliers to facilitate delivery of ICT-related services that meet CRS business requirements and needs.

• Partner with program staff to support integration and evolution of digital solutions in improving program implementation.

• Support building capacity of program staff by supporting use and integration of digital data collection tools with ICT4D solutions (CommCare & Power BI) to facilitate and track data collection done by Global fund staff and partners.

• Prepare statistical reports on ICT-related data and metrics. As needed, implement measures to ensure required standards are met by staff and partners.

 

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field (Computer Science, Computer Networking, Programming, and Information Systems) required. Significant work experience in a directly related field combined with appropriate training/certificates may substitute for degree.

• Desired certifications include Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate or equivalent, Cisco Certified Network Associate or equivalent, Microsoft SharePoint Foundations or equivalent and ITIL Foundation Certified.

• Minimum of three years’ work experience in a position with similar responsibilities.

• Experience in introduction, design, implementation, and adoption of relevant technology and data management tools.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity in management of network/server software and hardware devices and platforms.

• Grasp of complex network, security, mobile, desktop, server, telephony, backup, application and database technologies.

• Experience with ITSM and systems management tools preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good relationship management skills. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally with a strong partnership focus.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate technical ideas and concerns in a non-technical manner.

• Strategic, analytical, systems thinking, and problem-solving skills, with capacity to see the big picture, make sound decisions, and offer non-standard solutions.

• Able to maintain confidential information.

• Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented.

• Basic understanding of analysis concepts and best practice.

• Demonstrated experience building ICT capacity with professional staff.

 

Required Languages – List languages required to perform the job

Travel- include percentage of required travel, if applicable. Could be stated as Must be willing and able to travel up to extra hours as and when necessary.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Behavior Change Field Agents

Collaborate with CRS MEAL Staff and Partners – SRs and SSRs data processing, DHMT on data verification.

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: GF Project Director, Program Manager, MEAL Manager, Grant Manager, Senior Project Officer and CP-IT Manager

External: DHMTs M&E Unit, Sub Recipients, Sub-Sub recipients, NMCP, NLTCP and Other Partners

 

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

• Integrity

• Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Builds Relationships

• Develops Talent

• Strategic Mindset

• Accountability & Stewardship

 

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to safeguarding-related topics.

 

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  CRS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

To apply for this position please send up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, copies of relevant certificates to:

SL_HR@crs.org.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

Also send a copy of your application package to the desk Officers, Ministry of Employment and Social Security, New England and Extension Offices in Applicants’ Locations

 

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

 

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

 

Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is 20th August 2021.

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International Rescue Committee (IRC) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Health Program Officer
2.) M&E Officer – WGPE
3.) Senior Education Project Coordinator

 

Background : Present in Sierra Leone since 1999, IRC supports the Sierra Leonean institutions – government, civil society, community-based organizations, and private sector – to provide improved social services, decrease youth unemployment and mitigate gender-based violence. IRC do this through programs and partnerships designed to improve the life of women, youth and children by implementing Health, Education, Youth and Gender Based Violence programming. IRC has a Country Program office in Freetown, a Regional Field Office in Kenema, Field Offices in Kono, Kailahun and Bo.

Context: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, and Anti-Retaliation.”

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Health Program Officer

 

Purpose of The Job: The IRC, along with its Consortium partner has bid for a funding opportunity from ECHO in a Covid-19 Vaccination Implementation Consortium as a sub-agency. The Covid-19 Vaccination Consortium seeks to support the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MoHS) by ensuring healthcare workers receive COVID19 vaccination and in turn reduce the risk of health personnel transmitting the virus to patients in their care, many of whom may already have underlying health conditions that could place them at an elevated risk for COVID19 mortality and severe morbidity.

Scope: The IRC is recruiting for a Health Program officer for the Covid-19 Vaccination program in Sierra Leone for Bonthe. The Health Program Officer will hold the overall responsibility for supporting the implementation of the Covid-19 vaccination program in Bonthe district. Working in close collaboration with the Senior Health Coordinator, Project Coordinator, the DHMT and other key stakeholders in the districts, the health program officer will play a key role in ensuring that the Covid-19 vaccination program is implemented to a high technical standard and is in full alignment with relevant national policies and protocols. The Covid-19 vaccination HPO will work under the oversight of the Project Coordinator.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide oversight to all district vaccinators activities, ensure excellent communication with the Project Coordinator and Senior Health Coordinator.
• Ensure adherence to the district level monitoring plan and timeline
• Conduct regular field visits to the targeted Community Health Centers (CHCs) in the respective districts to monitor performance of the Covid-19 vaccinators and provide on-the-job support to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with project standards/policies.
• Provide support to the Project Coordinator to prepare all donor reports for the Covid-19 program, as needed
• Work alongside the Project Coordinator and M&E Officer to provide technical support to HCWs on Covid-19 vaccination
• Represent IRC at relevant COVID-19 consultations and meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Coordinator and Senior Health Coordinator
• Ensure efficient utilization of the budget allocated to the district.

• Promptly respond to all budget-related inquiries.

Key Working Relationships: External : Ministry of Health and Sanitation, DHMT, District Councils, Community structures

Internal: Senior Health Coordinator, Project Coordinator, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, District Delivery Senior Managers, and IRC Field Manager

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education (Knowledge):

• Three or more years of work experience in health.
• Diploma in public health, or CHO or any related medical or health sciences

Experience:

• Experience in project implementation in Bonthe District,
• Experience in Covid-19 response is a Plus.
• Ability to speak one of the local languages (Mende, Sherbro)

SKILL & ABILITIES: Mandatory:

• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience of having worked with district health systems in Bonthe District
• Ability and licensed to ride a motor bike, as the position will be implemented in hard-to-reach locations.
• Strong verbal communication skills and effective in representation and liaison with external actors
• Excellent English and Krio speaking/writing skills required.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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2.) M&E Officer – WGPE

 

SCOPE OF WORK

Under the overall guidance of the M&E Coordinator and direct supervision of the WGPE M&E Manager, the M&E Officer will be responsible for the monitoring and ensuring high quality and timely inputs, and for ensuring that the project maintains its strategic vision and that its activities result in the achievement of its intended outputs in a cost effective and timely manner.

The M&E officer will be responsible for designing and implementing the M&E activities of the Project; assisting the Program Manager in preparing Monthly/Quarterly/Annual reports on project progress and will monitor the project activities on a regular basis, developing and maintaining the MIS of the Project and will be responsible for the collection & analysis of different data in relation to the project activities. The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer works in close collaboration with Saving Lives project team, Government officials, and partner organizations.

Job Overview/Summary

The M&E Officer will be responsible for all M&E related WGPE project actions (Initiation, project start-up, implementation, and close-out), providing technical M&E leadership for the WGPE project with specific attention to data quality and use. With direct support from the Project Coordinator, s/he will continuously assess the current M&E systems and capacity of staff related to Saving Lives M&E and based on this, address the identified needs through capacity building and technical support on data collection methods, data analysis, data quality assurance and result-based management. S/he will also ensure that quality data collected is entered into data collection platforms; data analysis is completed by project teams and will play a key role in the process of reporting on the impact of the IRC program to relevant stakeholders. S/he will conduct frequent visits to the field and assess the quality of the program, M&E work, ensure understanding and compliance with M&E procedures and provide guidance and coaching to staff.

Major Responsibilities

– Compile quantitative and qualitative data to showcase IRC’s WGPE project, covering all outlined program outcome areas.

– In close collaboration with the MEL Coordinator, WGPE M&E Manager, and Program Managers, lead the development & implementation of strong data collection tools and monitoring and evaluation plans for the protection program.

– Ensure efficient systems are in place for program staff to collect and compile relevant and concise information for routine project reports and occasional special reports as required.

– Support the provision of technical training and capacity building in monitoring and evaluation to program staff.

– Perform regular field visits to ensure the quality of data collected by Program staff and to verify the accuracy of the data reported

– Support program teams in analyzing and interpreting monitoring and evaluation of data.

– Overview preparation of consolidated reports including concise narratives that capture progress against indicators and provide both management and donors with accurate and user-friendly information.

– With oversight from WGPE M&E Manager: o Assist in creating standards for capturing data and its storage in the database in accordance to the IRC Measurement universal expectation.

o Assist in the development of custom tables used to describe donor characteristics so that they are meaningful and not redundant.

o Manage electronic tools to prevent disorganization (Keep server data confidential).

o Support the program team to ensure that donor, partner, and Senior Management data queries are addressed in an accurate and timely manner.

o Assist the program team and program coordinator in implementing the IRC’s monitoring for Action standards.

– Provide to the supervisor, technical coordinators, program staff and districts with monthly reports on indicator trends.

Specific Responsibilities Program/Project Design and learning: – Develop and make sure the WGPE project has tested monitoring tools that capture both program activity and indicators progresses.

– Ensure records are checked during meetings for accuracy and provide support where necessary and share data with program managers.

– With support from the WGPE M&E Manager, establish and maintain project level information management system.

– With support from the WGPE M&E Manager, collect program field level information required by IRC, donors and/or stakeholders.

Monitoring

– Ensure the on-time execution of projects major monitoring and evaluation events including but not limited to data quality audit and field data supervision.

– Document findings from data quality audits and store in project files to ensure collective and sustainable access.

– Provide technical assistance to staff and or partner organization on information management system, proper data collection and record keeping.

– Provide consistent, supportive supervision to strengthen staff performance as necessary to meet monitoring objectives.

– Update project M&E plan timely and provide feedback to program staff on status and quality of implementation.

– Provide M&E inputs for reports written during project implementation at the field level.

Reviews & / Evaluation

– Provide summarized monthly data analysis showing target against progress over time.

– Follow up with project teams on programme quality improvement action plans. Ensure action points are followed up and relevant measures taken and incorporated into programming; and verify entered data for completeness, correctness, and consistency and follow up on any data quality issues.

– Periodically leads in the presentation of M&E data trends during reflective practice forums at field office/ project level and gather lessons from project implementation processes.

– Support the implementation of processes to review the quality of existing project data, information collection methods and the suitability of the existing data for the provision of sound baseline information.

– Maintaining a tracking spreadsheet for M&E activities and events – baselines, assessments, reviews, evaluations – tracking trends and recommendations, progressing their implementation where appropriate.

Database management, Information Management and Reporting

– Provide and maintain MIS content/requirements and feedback to project team and document progress on indicators/achievement of targets using Indicator Performance Tracking Tables (IPTT)

– Submit dataset to update country office wide program database, IPTT, & Comet on monthly basis.

– Maintain and regularly update project monitoring reports, including lessons learned, prepared by different projects and application of evaluation recommendations.

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Minimum Qualifications

Requirements

– Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access and Word;

– Strong data collection, analysis and report writing skills;

– Ability to work independently, think analytically and take initiative in solving problems;

– Familiarity with result framework analysis and M&E plan implementation;

– Experience in conducting assessments;

– Strong experience working with community groups;

– Good verbal communication skills in local languages and working knowledge of English;

– Ability to clearly convey concepts to populations with limited numeracy and literacy skills;

– Excellent training and mentoring skills with ability to work as part of a team with diverse backgrounds;

– Willingness to travel frequently to field sites;

– Commitment to IRC values and principles.

Preferred Qualities

– At least three years’ experience working in monitoring and evaluation;

– Experience working in Health programs.

Qualifications: – Degree in Statistics, Computer Science/IT/or any sector or sub-sector related field.

– At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role either in humanitarian or development settings with proven success in implementing M&E systems from project initiation to close-out stages.

– Good level of proficiency in Windows Excel, power point and quantitative analysis

– Ability to design M&E tools.

– Experience in continuous quality improvement processes.

– Experience in data analysis, trend analysis and interpretations.

– Good report writing skills.

– Ability to enhance good interpersonal relationship.

– Good communication skills.

– A good command of both written and spoken English.

How to Apply

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3.) Senior Education Project Coordinator

 

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Education and Girl’s Empowerment Coordinator, the Education Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall implementation and management of all education and girls’ empowerment programs in the core IRC districts of Kono, Kenema, and Bo and other districts as requested. S/he will be based in Kenema to ensure that the EAGER project team implements timely and high-quality education activities within the areas of operations. Moreover, the Education Project Coordinator will also support the Education and Girl’s Empowerment Coordinator in high-level meetings and management of education programs at the district level, including budget reviews and proposal development.

Presently, the Education Project Coordinator will supervise three District Supervisors and one M&E manager. This structure could change as future programs are added to the profile. This position is expected to support and encourage teamwork, create a collaborative working environment, and enable the field team to be proactive and solution oriented with the aim of delivering high quality education and girls empowerment programming.

Major Responsibilities

Technical

· Manage all the IRC activities under the EAGER project in accordance with IRC polices under the guidance of the coordinator.

· Develop and monitor clear work plans for education activities in coordination with district supervisors and M&E manager and staff in the field.

· Supervise the overall implementation of education activities through effective direct management.

How to Apply

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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

The Psychosocial Rehabilitation Technician will perform a comprehensive assessment of a patient’s social, emotional, environmental, financial, and support needs which may affect the patient’s health and well-being and make a comprehensive rehabilitation/recovery plan to improve patients functioning and promote reintegration into the society. This person’s function is to assess patients and develop individualized plans of care and also provide therapeutic activities or psycho-education services to patients and coordinate patient’s referrals to appropriate persons or facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

To do a complete psychosocial assessment on all patients referred for social work services by the psychiatrist.

To lead occupation therapy sessions and recovery oriented programs for patients admitted at SLPTH – support the group discussions, participate in drug rehabilitation care, provide individual counseling, help patients determine their appropriate health care decisions

To work with the patient, families’ and other health professionals to develop a discharge plan – that includes a rehabilitation recovery plan to promote their reintegration into the society.

To implement the plan by arranging for the home care services, coordinating transportation, working with the family to facilitate the discharge, and providing other appropriate services/referrals for the patient’s care at home.

To provide psychosocial rehabilitation support to the homeless and abandoned patients at SLPTH and link them to other existing community service provider agencies to support their rehabilitation in the community

To help coordinate referrals and follow-up of patients referred to other facilities for medical care

To work closely with the Addiction Specialist to build their own skills to provide basic addiction rehabilitative services to patients at SLPTH

counseling services to individual patients and their families; provide support groups for patients and/or caregivers; collaborate with other social service provider agencies; link individuals to resources; and help restore individuals, families, and groups to successful social functioning.

Safe Guarding

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.

Qualifications

Diploma certificate required; Bachelor’s degree preferred, in Social work, or public Health, Sociology. Core competence in Mental Health, including project implementation and public health.

A minimum of five years’ relevant work experience, with at least 3 years of experience working with Nongovernmental organization.

Experience working with individuals of various skill sets and cultures.

Strong familiarity in providing care for patients with mental illness

Excellent facilitation, oral and interpersonal communication, and presentation skills including excellent writing skills.

Excellent planning and prioritization skills as well as creative problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to work independently and effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Ability to work with patience, humility, and a sense of humor.

Commitment to health and social justice.

Ability to live in Sierra Leone full-time required.

Method of application

Application with detailed curriculum vitae (maximum 3 pages) including names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of two (2) referees, photocopies of all certificates and attestations should be addressed to the Human Resources Department and send by email to:

pihslrecruitment@pih.org

not later 5:00pm on Friday, 13th August, 2021.

Please indicate in the email subject line the position you are applying for.

PIH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate applicants on the basis of sex, religion, tribe or region. Female applicants are encouraged to apply and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

DUE TO THE CURRENT COVID-19 PANDEMIC, WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD COPY APPLICATIONS

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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

The mental Health Community Health Worker provides facility and home based care, they have a big role to play in supporting patients and communities, including: educating patients and community members, providing psychological and social support, serving as the link between the clinic and the community, and performing home and street visits. He/she works as part of a large clinical team of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and social workers. A CHW should seek information from other team members when necessary. He/she notices the needs of his/her patients, patients’ families, and other community members and makes referrals to appropriate clinic staff when necessary.  It is important to record information accurately on the CHW’s Form

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Provide patients and the community with accurate information MH disorders and work with patients to help them live healthy by counseling them, answering their questions about their disease, bringing them to the hospital for care and for medicine, helping them take their medicine, teaching them how to prevent further spread of the disease and being a reliable friend through the course of their illness.

• Be empathetic toward patients and their families.  Be caring, non-judgmental, and respectful, and avoid letting personal attitudes and believes interfere with the care of patients.

• Correct misunderstandings about MH disorders and work to reduce stigma and discrimination against sick people.

• Record patient information using forms and submit forms to your supervisor.

• Precisely and accurately record all information requested by the MH program supervisor for the weekly update report.

• Attend all meetings and trainings called by your supervisor coordinator and program manager unless given direct permission to miss a meeting.

• Conduct yourself professionally and appropriately with clinic staff and patients.

• Maintain patient confidentiality and never release patient information to another individual under any circumstances.

• Report any major issues or concerns about a patient’s health or about your work to your supervisor.

• Welcome and implement feedback from your supervisor and coordinator to improve the quality of your work

• Obey the policies and protocols set forth by Partners in Health and Sierra Leone Psychiatric Teaching Hospital

Safe Guarding

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.

Qualifications

• Preferably must have completed BECE or high school certificate (WASSCE).

• Commitment to social justice and human right.

• Should be an exemplary, honest, trustworthy, and respectful.

• Must be able to read and write in English as well as add and subtract using basic math’s.

• Should be willing, able, and motivated to serve his/her community and dedicated to caring and supporting Mental ill patients, family members and the community at large.

• Must be a permanent resident of the community and willing to work in it.

• Should be able to perform specified CHW tasks as outlined in the scope of work

• Should be interested in community health and development

• Should be a good mobilizer and communicator

• Should be involved in community projects in the past

• Must be at least 18 years’ old

• Must be residing in the community in which they are serving

Method of application

Application with detailed curriculum vitae (maximum 3 pages) including names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of two (2) referees, photocopies of all certificates and attestations should be addressed to the Human Resources Department and send by email to:

pihslrecruitment@pih.org

not later 5:00pm on Friday, 13th August, 2021.

Please indicate in the email subject line the position you are applying for.

PIH is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate applicants on the basis of sex, religion, tribe or region. Female applicants are encouraged to apply and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

DUE TO THE CURRENT COVID-19 PANDEMIC, WE DO NOT ACCEPT HARD COPY APPLICATIONS

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Global context of the mission:

In Sierra Leone Action Against Hunger was established in 1991, working in more than 11 districts. Action Against Hunger overall objective in this context is to fight against hunger and this is achieved through the implementation of nutrition and health, Advocacy and Raising awareness, mental health care practices, food security, Livelihood, and water sanitation and Hygiene projects.

Security context:

Sierra Leone has taken significant strides following 4 democratic elections since the end of its civil war in 2002 and the political situation is stable.

At mission level security situation is relatively peaceful this is evident by the recently conducted presidential elections and a smooth transition of the newly elected president.

Specificity to take into account at capital:

Our focus for the next five years is to continue a presence in the current geographical areas to have a consolidated footprint, continuing to implement quality, consistent programs in line with the overall strategy of the organisation, the Government of Sierra Leone, taking into account the needs of beneficiaries. We also give support to local partners-Focus 1000, which mainly engages on focusing on children.

Poor road facilities and shortage of clean water at households and public facilities level are among the key obstacles to human development and school attendance. Poor water, sanitation and hygiene are also among the main causes for under-five of age mortality. Lack of proper WASH conditions is an impediment to economic development of a country. It is with this background that Action Against Hunger is implementing its WASH project in Freetown operating at community and health facility levels coupling hardware initiatives (Construction / rehabilitation) with software activities aiming at triggering behavioural change particularly in vulnerable communities.

© Samuel Hauenstein Swan pour Action contre la Faim

Votre poste et vos responsabilités

You will be responsible for defining the strategies and coordinating activities of Action Contre la Faim in the fields of Nutrition and Health.

More precisely, you will have to:

• Design, develop, and evaluate actions in the department
• Monitor and coordinate the programmes of the department
• Manage the Nutrition and Health team in the capital and be the Technical/Support Manager of the Nutrition and Health Program Managers

In details your main action plan will be:

• Involvement in the ongoing strategy development (ISP III)
• Positioning Action Against Hunger with other Liberia Health and/or Nutrition actors in the prospect of soon coming USAID call
• Bring a technical support and “routine” follow up of Program Managers

Votre profil

You hold a Masters’ degree in Health/Public health, or similar studies

You have an experience in humanitraian assistance or related fields

You are recognized for your excellent managerial skills with a demonstrated experience

You have proven interpersonal, organizational, multitasking and communication skills and a high capacity of work, able to overcome stress and work under pressure, with high degree of flexibility

Languages: You are fluent in English (written, spoken, read)

Vos conditions d’emploi

• 3 months fixed term contract under French legislation, temporary replacement of the position holder

Remuneration and benefits:

• Monthly gross salary from 2450 to 2800 € upon experience
• Per diem and living allowance: 531 € (cf eurocost) net, field paid.
• + 150€ of context allowance

• + 16% of monthly gross. For non-French citizen for retrocession of retirement and unemployment insurance.
• + Child allowance

Transportation and Accommodation:

• Individual room in guesthouse covered
• Coverage of transportation costs to and in the mission

Medical coverage:

• 100% coverage of health contributions (CFE + complementary health) and repatriation insurance

Leaves and RnR:

• 25 days of paid leaves per year
• + 20 RnR per year
• + 215 € at each RnR period every 12 weeks
• Coverage of the transportation expenses to the RnR area of reference (Ghana)

Training :

• Free and unlimited access to the certifying e-learning platform Crossknowledge ©
• Technical trainings at HQ or regional level (averagely 1 per year)
• Intermission Workshop once a year
• Participation to external trainings costs upon eligibility of the request

Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?

If you are passionate about Nutrition and Health, and would like to lead the strategy of the department in Sierra Leone / Liberia, then join us!

How to Apply

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Requisition ID: req19221

Job Title: Health Program Officer

Sector: Health

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Bo, Sierra Leone

Job Description

Background:

Present in Sierra Leone since 1999, IRC supports the Sierra Leonean institutions – government, civil society, community-based organizations, and private sector – to provide improved social services, decrease youth unemployment and mitigate gender-based violence. IRC do this through programs and partnerships designed to improve the life of women, youth and children by implementing Health, Education, Youth and Gender Based Violence programming. IRC has a Country Program office in Freetown, a Regional Field Office in Kenema, Field Offices in Kono, Kailahun and Bo.

Context

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, and Anti-Retaliation.”

Purpose of The Job: The IRC, along with its Consortium partner has bid for a funding opportunity from ECHO in a Covid-19 Vaccination Implementation Consortium as a sub-agency. The Covid-19 Vaccination Consortium seeks to support the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MoHS) by ensuring healthcare workers receive COVID19 vaccination and in turn reduce the risk of health personnel transmitting the virus to patients in their care, many of whom may already have underlying health conditions that could place them at an elevated risk for COVID19 mortality and severe morbidity.

Scope

The IRC is recruiting for a Health Program officer for the Covid-19 Vaccination program in Sierra Leone for Bonthe. The Health Program Officer will hold the overall responsibility for supporting the implementation of the Covid-19 vaccination program in Bonthe district. Working in close collaboration with the Senior Health Coordinator, Project Coordinator, the DHMT and other key stakeholders in the districts, the health program officer will play a key role in ensuring that the Covid-19 vaccination program is implemented to a high technical standard and is in full alignment with relevant national policies and protocols. The Covid-19 vaccination HPO will work under the oversight of the Project Coordinator.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

• • Provide oversight to all district vaccinators activities, ensure excellent communication with the Project Coordinator and Senior Health Coordinator.
  • Ensure adherence to the district level monitoring plan and timeline
  • Conduct regular field visits to the targeted Community Health Centers (CHCs) in the respective districts to monitor performance of the Covid-19 vaccinators and provide on-the-job support to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with project standards/policies.
  • Provide support to the Project Coordinator to prepare all donor reports for the Covid-19 program, as needed
  • Work alongside the Project Coordinator and M&E Officer to provide technical support to HCWs on Covid-19 vaccination
  • Represent IRC at relevant COVID-19 consultations and meetings
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Coordinator and Senior Health Coordinator
  • Ensure efficient utilization of the budget allocated to the district.
  • Promptly respond to all budget-related inquiries.

Key Working Relationships

External: Ministry of Health and Sanitation, DHMT, District Councils, Community structures

Internal: Senior Health Coordinator, Project Coordinator, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, District Delivery Senior Managers, and IRC Field Manager

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education (Knowledge)

• • Three or more years of work experience in health.
  • Diploma in public health, or CHO or any related medical or health sciences

Experience

• • Experience in project implementation in Bonthe District,
  • Experience in Covid-19 response is a Plus.
  • Ability to speak one of the local languages (Mende, Sherbro)

Mandatory

SKILL & ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience of having worked with district health systems in Bonthe District
• Ability and licensed to ride a motor bike, as the position will be implemented in hard-to-reach locations.
• Strong verbal communication skills and effective in representation and liaison with external actors
• Excellent English and Krio speaking/writing skills required.

How to Apply

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IFRC (International Federation of Red Cross) is recruiting to fill the following positions;

1.) Senior National Society Development Officer
2.) Senior Operations Office

 

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is a worldwide humanitarian aid organization that reaches 160 million people each year through its 192-member National Societies.

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Senior National Society Development Officer

 

The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is looking for qualified and dynamic Sierra Leonean to fill the position of Senior Operations Officer

 

Job Title: – Senior Operations Officer
No. of Post: – One (1)
Duration: 9 months
Duty Station: – Freetown

 

Job purpose
The Senior Operations Officer will ensure a symbiotic process of development for the National Society operations management, with the ultimate goal of increasing their readiness, management, governance, and sustainability, eventually building National Societies autonomy on the medium-term.
Thus, the Senior Operations Officer will be deployed to the field 100% of its time in support to National Societies, working on three main objectives:
Increasing preparedness for effective response (through PER or the Red Ready approach), working with NHQ and Branches to build response capacity prior to disasters, including contingency planning and EWS, forming Rapid Response Teams, Stock Prepositioning, and supply chains.
Supporting of timely and high-quality humanitarian response when a disaster strikes, ensuring sound operational management and coordination in the field.
Support and increase the capacity of National Societies in project/proposal writing and management, including diversifying the donor portfolio and sources of funding in liaison with the PRD department.
To safeguard quality support and proper follow up, the Senior Operations Officer will support up to a maximum of 3 National Societies within the same geographic area.

General Duties and Responsibilities
Support National Societies increase their Operations Management Capacity
Review of previous assessments, ongoing support, and definition of the “Scope of Work”
Training National Society DM/OPS staff in Operations Management following IFRC tools
Select branches for Disaster Management support, in collaboration with NS
Scale up Readiness of Supported National Societies
Define the scope and roll-out of “Red Ready”/Preparedness for Effective Response priorities in collaboration with RC/RC in country
Support the set-up and training of Rapid Response Teams at NHQ and selected branches.
Timely and High-Quality Humanitarian Response
Train DM/OPS staff at NHQ in program management, with adequate tools, and build the relation with PMER teams for proper accountability.
Support the National Society in operations fundraising (international and domestic)
Increase in communications and marketing of operations, reassuring donors and the public of their investment
Representational Responsibility
Be able to write and speak French fluently

Position Requirements
Education
Required
Preferred

•  Relevant university degree or equivalent qualification within a relevant field
• Bilingual candidate (French & English) Portuguese an added advantage
• ERU, Ops Management, CAP, FACT, RDRT/RIT, IMPACT training or equivalent knowledge
• Experience and knowledge of project management
• Federation Team Leader Training

Experience

Required
Preferred

Minimum 5 years’ experience in disaster management, including field

experience and managing staff

Experience managing and supporting staff

Application should be sent with the following documents
Application letter
An updated C.V. + Names and contacts of three (03) referees to be sent to.

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
5C Cantonment Road
Off Kingharman Road
For the attention of the IFRC Admin/HR Officer.
Closing dated for the receipt of applications would be on 6th August 2021.

Interviews will be conducted, and only selected candidates will be contacted.

 

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2.) Senior Operations Office

 

The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is looking for qualified and dynamic Sierra Leonean to fill the position of Senior National Society Development /Organisational Development Officer (NSD/OD)

Job Title: – Senior National Society Development Officer
No. of Post: – One (1)
Duration: 9 months

The Sierra Leone Cluster Office has a strong ambition to support the Red Cross-National Societies (NSs’) in performing their auxiliary role effectively and becoming leading national humanitarian organization in their countries, resulting to becoming the partner of choice by other international bodies as well as local bodies. The Senior NSD/OD Officer will support and contribute to implementing the Building Strong National Societies goals of strategy 2030 by maintaining and strengthening IFRC knowledge and systems to facilitate high quality National Society development support. The support to other NSs within the Cluster will be given in consultation and guidance from the Cluster NSD/OD Delegate.

Duty Station: – Freetown
Job purpose
Based in Freetown, Sierra Leone with travels within the country and other NSs within the Cluster; the senior NSD/OD Officer in ensuring high quality NSD/OD support will: –
Maintain good working relationships and ensure timely two – way communication with the colleagues managing National Societies/organisational development and the movement partners operating in Sierra Leone and other NSs within the cluster.
Work with NSs colleagues and movement partners individually and collectively to ensure a coherent NS development offer in line with the 2013 NS development Framework.
Be focal point for National Society statutes revision process, liaising with the Joint Statutes Commission as appropriate in the National Societies and for the Capacity Building Funds (seed grant, CBF, Empress Shoken, NSIA, DREF, EPOA etc) from IFRC, liaising with the cluster office team as appropriate.
Be country focal point for leadership development initiatives, liaising with the Cluster NSD delegate as appropriate. Be the Country focal point for Youth & Volunteer management and development in liaison with Cluster and Regional office.
Work with IFRC functional departments to ensure high quality support to National Societies.
Maintain good working relationships and ensure timely two-way communication with other Cluster Office colleagues overseeing functional programmatic support to two National Societies.

Support other Movement actors and other interested actors to ensure high quality NSD/OD support to the National Society.
Maintain good working relationships and ensure timely two-way communication with other Movement actors/partners (ICRC & PNSs in country) overseeing programmatic and functional support.
Maintain, develop, and share relevant learning related to National Society development
Maintain up to date personal expertise in at least three specialist areas (legal frameworks, resource mobilization, volunteer management, youth development, sustainability of NSs`, gender and diversity, branch development, governance, and leadership. etc.) of National Society development.
Assure quality of new IFRC and other tools, and their alignment with the 2013 National Society Development Framework
Provide surge OD expertise to support field colleagues when required.
In coordination with Cluster and Country colleagues, be available to carry out missions to other NSs to support / complement Cluster and Regional strategies
Contribute to an effective, high quality global NS development team:
Be accountable to your team manager by providing progress reports on results against objectives, and risk analysis.
Foster a supportive and mutually respectful environment with colleagues in the Secretariat, Regions and National Societies.
Representational responsibilities
Represent the Country office in high level meetings in the absence of the Cluster NSD Delegate
Take on additional tasks as required by the Cluster NSD Delegate (Coordination, following up on SMCC, Office management)
Support in resource Mobilization for the NSs and IFRC Country Cluster office
Be the focal person for NSD in the Sierra Leone Country office.
Be able to write and speak French fluently.

Position Requirements
Education
Required
Preferred

A Relevant University degree
X
Experience
Required
Preferred

Bilingual candidate (French & English) Portuguese an added advantage

X

5 years of experience in organisational development/international development/Red Cross movement.
X
Experience of working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement
X
Knowledge and Skills
Required
Preferred

Self-supporting in computers (word processing, spreadsheets etc.)
X
Able to work with due sensitivity in a multi-cultural environment and virtual or/and dispersed teams
X

Able to build partnerships and network effectively and to influence and inspire others including the membership, governments, other agencies, and own peers, staff, and partners
X

Application should be sent with the following documents
Application letter
An updated C.V. + Names and contacts of three (03) referees to be sent to.

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
5C Cantonment Road
Off Kingharman Road
For the attention of the IFRC Admin/HR Officer.
Closing dated for the receipt of applications would be on Friday 6th August 2021.

Interviews will be conducted, and only selected candidates will be contacted.

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MISSION:

The Field Coordinator will be expected to lead the operational aspects of the field base in Kabala including management, team coordination, relationship with local institutions and partners, logistics and security. The post holder will play a key role in building capacity at field level, and in the effective implementation of our projects.

GEOGRAPHICAL SCOPE OF INTERVENTION:

The successful candidate will be based in Kabala, Koinadugu District, Sierra Leone.

ORGANIZATION CHART:

The successful candidate will report to the Country Coordinator and will work in coordination with the team in our base in Kabala. He/she will be the direct line manager for the Project Coordinator, Administrator and Logistics Officer.

FUNCTIONS:

Base Management and representation:

Ensure adequate information flow within the different members of the team.

Oversee the compliance of MdM protocols and procedures.

In close coordination with the General Coordinator, s/he will promote good working relationships with our partners, local authorities and communities in the districts of Koinadugu and Falaba. Enhance a good and close relationship with all partners in the area.

Participate and be part of the International Network

Participate in the Steering Group of the International Network when required

Program management: Supervise and ensure good implementation of our programs in the Koinadugu and Falaba, regarding all its areas: technical, budgetary, logistical and administrative.

Ensure integration of MdM approaches in our programs (Human Rights, Gender, and Antropological).

Enhance and ensure team communication to implement projects efficiently.

Keep a permanent dialogue with local authorities, key stakeholders, local NGOs and communities; actively participating and promoting meetings with them.

Guarantee compliance of MdM policies and procedures, as well as donors’ regulations of all on going and new projects in the area.

Ensure ongoing update and context analysis, including possible risks and emergencies.

Monitor and update the needs of target population.

Identify and formulate new proposals, including budgeting, with the local team and in coordination with the General Coordinator with the collaboration of local partners and target communities.

Participate on the mission strategic development.

Support and supervise the Project Coordinator to guarantee an effective plan of activities that allows proper and timely implementation of projects.

Ongoing report to the Country Coordinator.

Preparation of internal and external reports to be submitted on time to the Country Coordinator.

Operations/Logistics/Finance/Administration

Ensure proper implementation of logistics procedures, including MdM vehicles management and maintenance, as well as office safety and good maintenance.

Ensure application of MdM procedures and donors’ regulations, so that all support functions are carried out effectively and efficiently.

Promote and support the staff to establish methodologies and tools to systematize work in the base.

Budget control in coordination with the Admin Officer, the Logistics officer, and the Project Coordinator. Ensure financial needs are well planned according to activities workplan and base needs.

Human Resource Management

Responsible to guarantee appropriate working conditions in the base.

Ensure that the human resources needed for the mission and project implementation are adequate and available for a good performance and achievement of results and objectives committed.

Ensure application of MdM HR management policies and procedures, as well as national regulations.

Participate in the selection of the HR in the base and their integration in the team.

Ensure adequate information and communication within the team, including familiarization with all policies and ensuring their implementation by the team.

Reinforce local team’s capacities through close ongoing follow up and supervision, clarification of functions, performance reviews, identification of training needs and capacity building.

With the Project Coordinator handle team conflict resolution.

Safety and Security Management

Guarantee the team security and safety, in accordance with MDM security plan & rules.

Ensure security guidelines are communicated and adhered to by the whole Kabala team.

Support the Country Coorinator in the development of appropriate security guidelines, proactively networking and monitoring the security situation in the areas.

Ensure timely and accurate security incident reports are sent to the Country Coordinator.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Academic: University degree or diploma.

Masters in: International Cooperation /Gender/ Public Health /Environmental health /Humanitarian Aid desirable.

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REQUIREMENTS:

Language requirements: Fluent English and Spanish (written and spoken).

Computer requirements: Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office and internet.

EXPERIENCE:

The successful candidate must have at least 2 years’ experience in coordination positions, including project planning and budgeting and proposals and report writing.

Knowledge and understanding of project management tools (Logical Framework analysis, project cycle management, objectives, and indicators etc.).

Experience managing staff.

Previous work on international development in similar contexts, particularly in Africa, will be considered an asset.

COMPETENCE PROFILE:

Understanding and adherence to humanitarian and international development principles.

Strong commitment with the values, principles and ethics of Medicos del Mundo.

Strict compliance with the organization protocols and procedures.

Adaptability, cultural awareness and integration.

Ability to work in challenging living conditions (isolated area).

Proactive and capacity to take initiative.

Ability to work under minimum supervision.

Organizational rigor and skills.

Networking skills

Proven capacity for personnel leadership and management.

Strong communication (written and spoken) and interpersonal skills with experience in managing teams.

Strong problem solving.

Excellent reporting skills.

AVAILABILITY

Immediately: 4 months

CONDITIONS:

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Role definition

Role purpose

To lead the delivery of the Health thematic objective for the Sierra Leone Country Programme. The role is expected to lead technical project designs, working with regional health staff to ensure effective support to local partners. The role will coordinate the development of health strategic plan, with clear milestones for Christian Aid Sierra Leone’s (CASL’s) delivery targets in Sierra Leone. The role will support the design if effective monitoring systems for community health programmes and will demonstrate high level of capacity to deliver Health Programmes, including reports, on time.

Additionally, this role is expected to lead on Safeguarding at Country Level. To ensure the coordination of training, support and guidance on Safeguarding matters to colleagues and partners and to ensure organizational Safeguarding Policy is adhered to at Country Level.

The role is also expected to support the development, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of the organization’s gender action plan with a priority on ensuring Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) in all our Programme work.

The role requires a self-motivated, dynamic and innovative person with extensive knowledge in Health, Safeguarding and GESI issues to support the team in providing technical input and ensuring effective management and development of programme quality.

Key outcomes

Timely and effectively execution of health programmes through a strong portfolio of partners to be able to respond and support Christian Aid’s advocacy, fundraising and communications agenda. Work on grant proposals based on strong planning and evaluation procedures using Christian Aid’s internal systems. Significant contributions to decisions on health programmes in the country in line with Christian Aid’s strategic focus areas. Strong linkages between CASL, partners and the government. Learning from implementation of health programmes is shared across CASL and wider health programmes locally and internationally.

Support the Country Office as focal person on Christian Aid’s safeguarding policy and procedure and facilitate regular opportunities to discuss concerns about practice within teams to help develop a safe working environment and an open and supportive management culture adherence at Country level. Work with relevant colleagues to ensure that awareness is regularly raised amongst communities we work with to ensure they understand safeguarding issues and the behaviours they should expect of representatives of Christian Aid and how they can give feedback and complaints confidentially.

Work with programme managers / staff to ensure that programmes where we directly implement are integrated into local plans and priorities and that interventions are coordinated with relevant stakeholders at national and local levels. Ensure that constructive links are maintained with relevant stakeholders and external agencies, including concerned government departments.

Monitor and analyse developments on Health at national level and work closely with the Programme Manager and other colleagues on the Programme team to ensure a sound health programme design and management and identify strategic actions to be undertaken to improve the quality of programme implementation. Distil and document lessons for policy dialogue, public advocacy and future programming and organise dissemination of learning within the country programme.

Exercise quality assurance oversight and institute early warning systems to detect weaknesses in project implementation and advise management on corrective interventions. Provide technical assistance to partners in assessing the strength of their approach to health, ensuring gender mainstreaming across the programme cycle. Provide advice on appropriate health approaches, and ensure appropriate indicators in the performance measurement framework, including monitoring and reporting of programme results/outputs and objectives against agreed indicators.

Monitor and report on the implementation of the strategic health priorities and develop and maintain positive working relations with a wide network of partners, including Government, development partners, parliament, media and NGOs.

Role agility

Surge capacity for emergency responses – No

In order to respond to ever changing demands within the environment, Christian Aid operates within an agile framework (both in workforce and operational) that requires from all employees, a high level of responsiveness and adaptiveness to processes and structures, making flexibility and a project based working approach the norm. To sustain this system, managers may/will agree further details of specific tasks and duties as part of the performance agreement. Any reasonable duty may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and its level of responsibility, and employees may be required to change the focus of their role and to support emerging areas of work from time to time.

Role context

The role will report to the Programme Manager. It will not have direct reports but will be required to oversee the implementation of our corporate response to Health and supporting Safeguarding and GESI across elements of Christian Aid’s programme in Sierra Leone. This role holder will be required to build a network of key contacts both inside and outside of Christian Aid. The role will be expected to support the local team and will have the necessary interpersonal skills and a proven track record for doing this. The role will involve travel nationally to ensure the effective implementation of health serving as focal point for safeguarding and GESI work across the country programme portfolio.

Role requirements

Relationships

External. Alongside the SPOs, Team Leader and/or Programme Manager, the role has a critical and ongoing engagement with partners and other relevant stake holders at regional/district level.

Internal The role sits within the programme team, and will demand frequent and ongoing engagement with other Programme staff in Sierra Leone and the wider organisation

Decision making

Budgetary/savings responsibility No

Analytical skills

Ability to analyze and scan the operating context and collaborate with colleagues and partners to design interventions that respond to and fit with the context, and which will maximize CA’s impact. Ability to analyze stakeholders, power holders and the partnership portfolio and then make programming recommendations. Ability to develop succinct reports and communications materials for sharing with stakeholders.

Developing self and others

Ability to regularly create space for learning in the team through planning of team and partner reviews. Investment in 1-2-1s and performance management. Ability to inspire team members to strive for excellence, providing programming and self-development advice and support.

Role related checks

Police/Child protection clearance Standard Counter terrorism screening Not required

Person specification

Applied skills/knowledge and expertise

Essential

Degree or equivalent in Public health/Health

Significant experience of working with local partners, and of providing partner support and capacity building

Strong relationships/networks within the health community in Sierra Leone, especially within the Ministry of Health and Sanitation and other Health NGOs.

Significant experience leading project/programme designs/proposal writing

Understanding of gender and inclusion-sensitive programming

Hands-on experience of monitoring and supporting community-based development programmes.

Considerable understanding and experience of safeguarding policy and procedures

Excellent report writing, communication (written and verbal) skills

Desirable

Knowledge of and experience in working with partnerships, including churches, and with other team members

Excellent analytical skills

Knowledge of and experience in health systems and health care programming in Sierra Leone or other developing countries

Ability to network effectively, with the ability to develop a wide range of relevant contacts

Comfortable working within a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural team

Further details of specific tasks and duties will be agreed with the line manager as part of the performance agreement. Any reasonable duty may be assigned that is consistent with the nature of the job and its level of responsibility.

This role profile is not prescriptive; it merely outlines the key behaviours the role-holder requires to be successful in the role; the key behaviours and responsibilities are subject to change. Any changes will be made in consultation with the role-holder.

You will be expected to abide by the Code of Conduct, policies and procedures within Christian Aid which may be updated from time to time.

You must empathise with the aims, beliefs and values of Christian Aid as it seeks to work on relief, development and advocacy for poverty eradication.

How to apply

For more information on application procedures, visit Christian Aid website on http://www.christianaid.org.uk/job

and follow the steps to apply online. Please note: Hard copies of application will not be accepted.

Please forward any queries you have regarding this vacancy on email to:

yforde@christian-aid.org

Closing date for application is 27th July 2021

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

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IHR-PVS Roadmap and One Health coordination ( 2103280 )

Grade : No grade

Contractual Arrangement : Special Services Agreement (SSA)

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

TITLE

IHR-PVS Roadmap and One Health coordination

Contract Type

Special Service Agreement (SSA)

GRADE

NOC Step-1

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

PURPOSE OF THE POST

To evaluate and catalyse the implementation of the National Bridging Workshops roadmap and identify challenges in the operationalization of the collaboration at the human-animal interface for complying with the International Health Regulations (IHR, 2005)

Background

The health of humans and animals is vitally interlinked. A majority of emerging and endemic human diseases have their origins in animals, be they transmitted directly, through food or via the environment. Animal-specific diseases can also have indirect implications for human health through food security and other impacts on livelihood. There is therefore a shared responsibility and synergic potential for collaboration between public and animal health sectors to deal with zoonotic diseases and other threats at the animal-human interface.

WHO Member States adopted the International Health Regulations (IHR, 2005), for the prevention and control of events that may constitute a public health emergency of international concern. The IHR Monitoring and Evaluation Framework (MEF) has been developed to assist countries in strengthening minimum national core public health capacities to detect, assess, notify and respond to such threats under the IHR.

The OIE is the international organization responsible for developing standards, guidelines and recommendations for animal health and zoonosis. OIE’s Performance of Veterinary Services (PVS) Pathway is a range of tools to assist countries in the evaluation and strengthening of the capacities of their veterinary services.

The joint use of WHO IHRMEF tools and OIE PVS Pathway can result in better alignment of capacity building approach and strategies between human and animal health services of a country. For this purpose, the IHR-PVS National Bridging Workshops (NBW) were developed. A NBW is a three-day event which enables the animal health and the human health sector in countries to explore overlapping areas and develop, where relevant, appropriate bridges to facilitate coordination. A structured approach using user-friendly material, case studies and group exercises enables the identification of synergies, review of gaps and the definition of operational strategies to be used by policy makers for concerted corrective measures and strategic investments in national action plans for improved health security.

The key output of these NBW is the NBW Roadmap, a joint action plan that the animal health and human health sectors have developed jointly to improve their collaboration.

As part of the NBW Follow-up strategy, a nationally-recruited NBW Sherpa will be positioned at the interface between the two sectors to advocate, catalyse, and provide technical and financial assistance to the country for the implementation of the NBW Roadmap activities.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The work of the SSA will be to: Active liaising between the human health and animal health sectors following the IHR-PVS National bridging workshop (NBW).

Advocate and push for the implementation of activities jointly defined during the NBW and listed in the NBW Roadmap.

Provide technical assistance for the implementation of roadmap activities and NBW surveys.

Organize meetings at national level to monitor the implementation of One health roadmap.

Identify challenges in the operationalization of the collaboration at country level, propose solutions and possible tripartite support opportunities.

Identify low-cost high-impact NBW roadmap activities which could be funded by the tripartite;

Participate in the animation of the NBW network via online forums.

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Closing date: Thursday, 29 July 2021

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