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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

PIH is seeking an experienced physician to help manage clinical programs at PIH-supported healthcare facilities in Sierra Leone. The Pediatrician will be based out of the Koidu Government Hospital (KGH) in Kono District. He or she will work closely with the Sierra Leone Ministry of Health and Sanitation on the development and implementation of work plans, medical education initiatives, and improving the quality of care. This individual will provide support to the Medical Director and other PIH leadership and advance PIH’s core mission of health systems strengthening in Sierra Leone.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Supervision and Support

Serve as Koidu Government Hospital (KGH) Pediatric lead

Complete daily rounds on pediatric and nutrition wards at KGH with CHO and nursing staff

Manage pediatric cases according to national and international clinical guidelines

Oversee the inpatient therapeutic feeding center and outpatient therapeutic feeding program

Perform clinical teaching, mentorship and capacity building of clinicians through participation in district hospitals, outpatient clinics, community health clinics, case review, and other activities.

Provide general support and supervision throughout the hospital, as needed

Pediatric wards, Nutrition Wards for clinical supervision

Direct supervision for CHO rounding on pediatric ward

Provide supervision to social workers, in conjunction with nursing department.

Work in collaboration monthly and as needed with Medical Director/Nursing Director and Director of Operations on guiding KGH strategy.

As the KGH Pediatric Lead, serve as the point of contact for the following:

Pharmacy and procurement: use Open Boxes on an as-needed basis to support interface between clinical and pharmacy teams for pediatric formulary. Attend weekly pharmacy meetings.

Visitors and other meetings/events at KGH, as needed from senior management

Referral team – supporting Director of Nursing and Social Work as needed for pediatric patients requiring referral for diagnostic or specialty services

Administration

Attend weekly Clinical Ops Meetings at KGH

Attend KGH morning report

Approve overtime sheets and vacation request for CHOs and SWs

Work closely with the PIH SL Medical Director, Nursing Director and Kono Leadership team on strategic planning and budgeting for our pediatrics and malnutrition work.

Work with the leadership team to contribute to grant proposals and reports to current and potential donors

Education

Assist with and collaborate on supervision, curriculum building and implementation/scheduling of nursing and CHO

Continue ongoing education curriculum for CHOs

Provide bedside training for all cadres of staff

Provide clinical accompaniment for KGH/MOHS medical officers

Hold a medical degree with an up to date practicing license with the Medical and Dental Council.

Should not be receiving salary from the national consolidated funds.

PIH Leadership

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

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

MD or equivalent medical training and board certification in a medical specialty required

At least two years of clinical experience in a low-resource health care setting required

Strong HIV/TB clinical and program management strongly preferred

Experience in malnutrition management strongly preferred

Experience in treating malaria and other tropical diseases preferred.

A strong commitment to social justice and health as a human right is essential in all aspects of the leadership and management

Ability to be flexible and effective in the face of unexpected challenges.

Experience in public health is a plus.

Exemplary interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written, required to effectively engage with senior leadership, partners, and clinicians on sensitive political and confidential issues. Ability to collaborate effectively with culturally diverse staff across departments and country.

Evidence of providing culturally sensitive and competent quality care in an extremely stressful environment.

Proven ability to exercise good judgment, demonstrate political astuteness, and tact.

Prior experience working in resource poor settings.

Sense of humor and flexible disposition very helpful.

Demonstrated ability to be flexible and effective in the face of unexpected challenges as well as the willingness to accept a standard of living that is clean and comfortable but simple.

Interest in social justice strongly desirable

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 by email to:

pihslrecruitment@pih.org

not later 5:00pm on Friday, 16th July , 2021.

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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How to Apply

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

THE ROLE: 

The Moving Integrated, Quality Maternal, Newborn, Child Health and Family Planning and Reproductive Health (MNCH/FP/RH) Services to Scale (MOMENTUM) 2A (M2A) is a five-year global project funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide targeted MNCH/FP/RH technical and capacity development assistance (TCDA) to countries to facilitate countries’ journeys to self-reliance. M2A also aims to contribute to global technical leadership and learning, and USAID’s policy dialogue for achievement of global MNCH/FP/RH goals through support to globally endorsed MNCH/FP/RH initiatives, strategies, frameworks, guidelines, and action plans.

In Sierra Leone, the project will continue on with long-term follow-up activities to sustain and improve integrated health service delivery. This position will support the initial response efforts related to infection prevention and WASH services in prioritized healthcare facilities. The position will also support the longer-term recovery and sustainability efforts to improve the quality of healthcare services, with a focus on maternal, newborn and child health services and infection prevention.

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRABLE  

• Relevant Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification, preferably relevant to the project.

• At least three years of relevant experience, preferably in INGO setting

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Proven experience implementing projects or programmes related to teenage pregnancy, adolescent sexual/reproductive health, gender-based violence, child protection, or related issues.

• Fluency in written and spoken English; excellent documentation and report-writing skills.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, as well as training/facilitation skills.

• Experience in working with local/national civil society partners, using capacity building approaches.

• Proficiency in computer e.g. MS Word, MS Power Point and Excel.

• Child participation: experience in implementing programmes or activities directly with/for children.

• Experience in integrating gender, diversity and other power-related issues into programme activities.

• Experience in implementing community-based activities including in urban areas, using inclusive, gender equitable and participatory approaches.

• Experience in external relations with government, community stakeholders and civil society.

• Experience managing and/or monitoring the implementation of project budgets.

• Ability to be self-sufficient and resourceful, proactive in identifying and addressing challenges, yet consulting and asking for assistance as needed/relevant. Ability and willingness to travel to project communities and stay in basic conditions.

• Willing to commit to Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.

CONTRACT LENGTH: 11 Months

Closing Date: 28th, June 2020

 

The Organization

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

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

• No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

• All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

• Violence against children is no longer tolerated

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

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants are advised that

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

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

• Candidates should know that Save the Children is no longer using slejobopportunity @ savethechildren.org for job advert and therefore candidates should apply through the links that will be provided below.
• Applicants should attach a copy of a valid Labour Card to their applications
• Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document and include your current remuneration and salary expectations for this role.

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

How to Apply

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

 

 

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

Momentum Country Global Leadership (MCGL) project is a five-year global project funded by the USAID to provide targeted MNCH/FP/RH technical and capacity development assistance (TCDA) to countries to facilitate countries’ journeys to self-reliance. MCGL also aims to contribute to global technical leadership and learning, and USAID’s policy dialogue for achievement of global MNCH/FP/RH goals through support to globally endorsed MNCH/FP/RH initiatives, strategies, frameworks, guidelines, and action plans. In Sierra Leone, the project will begin as a six-month COVID-19 rapid response effort led by Save the Children.

This position will support the government efforts in healthcare system strengthening especially with a focus on RMNCH services at the district level. S/he will represent the project at district level forums, meetings and consultations on policy and technical issues related to the project’s objectives. S/he will work closely with both the technical and programmatic teams based in the field office and country office. S/he will ensure the regular monitoring of indicators and coordinate with relevant stakeholders at the district and national level.

The PHO will be reporting directly to the District Health Coordinator. She/he will play a key role at district level in ensuring that MCGL is well represented and that MCGL is always meeting key project deliverables in a timely manner. She/he will be based in either Pujehun /Kailahun/W-Urban/ W-Rural district and will be operating from the SCI offices.

With the dual programming approach that SCI has, in the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the PHO will be expected to work outside the normal role profile in order to support the emergency response and will be expected to ably vary working hours accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRABLE

• Relevant Higher National Diploma or equivalent qualification, preferably relevant to the project.
• At least three years of relevant experience, preferably in INGO setting

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Proven experience implementing projects or programmes related to teenage pregnancy, adolescent sexual/reproductive health, gender-based violence, child protection, or related issues.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; excellent documentation and report-writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, as well as training/facilitation skills.
• Experience in working with local/national civil society partners, using capacity building approaches.
• Proficiency in computer e.g. MS Word, MS Power Point and Excel.

• Child participation: experience in implementing programmes or activities directly with/for children.
• Experience in integrating gender, diversity and other power-related issues into programme activities.
• Experience in implementing community-based activities including in urban areas, using inclusive, gender equitable and participatory approaches.
• Experience in external relations with government, community stakeholders and civil society.
• Experience managing and/or monitoring the implementation of project budgets.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and resourceful, proactive in identifying and addressing challenges, yet consulting and asking for assistance as needed/relevant. Ability and willingness to travel to project communities and stay in basic conditions.
• Willing to commit to Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.

CONTRACT LENGTH: 11 Months

Closing Dat e: 28th June, 2021

The Organization

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

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

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

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

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants are advised that

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

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

ï‚· Candidates should know that Save the Children is no longer using slejobopportunity@savethechildren.org for job advert and therefore candidates should apply through the links that will be provided below.

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

ï‚· Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document and include your current remuneration and salary expectations for this role.

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Location: Freetown

Employee Status: Fixed Term

Closing Date: Jun 28, 2021

How to Apply

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

 

 

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

Work Location: Kono District

Department: Clinical

Reports to: RMNCH Manager

Line Management: No

 

Organisation Profile

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

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

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

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

Position Overview

The Midwife is a critical member of the PIH Sierra Leone team and will work collaboratively with the clinical and support services staff to provide high-quality, comprehensive maternal and newborn health services at KGH and in Wellbody (WBC) Maternal Health clinic as required. The Midwife when based at WBA, will be supervised by the Midwife Manager and at KGH by the Midwife Mentors, MOHS Sister in charge of maternity department with oversight by the Reproductive Maternal and Neonatal Health program manager. She will work to improve the quality of maternal and newborn health services in Kono District and reduce maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality with a specific focus on labor and delivery services at KGH and WBC. Because PIH Sierra Leone is a growing organization and the Maternity Unit is a busy facility built on teamwork, the Midwife will also be expected to assist in other clinical areas as needed under the direction of the PIH RMNH program manager and Director of Nursing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide high quality antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care to pregnant women, new mothers and their babies, including provision of the full package of antenatal care services as per the Sierra Leone national protocols and guidelines for emergency and obstetric and newborn care.

Actively participate in the identification and management of antenatal complications requiring treatment, follow-up and clinical management.

Provide high quality and timely basic emergency care for obstetric complications during antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal periods.

Provide high quality normal and delivery care including ensuring proper monitoring of labor through the use of the partograph and other monitoring tools in use in the department.

Supervise clinical maternity staff at the department, ensuring all patients are properly cared for and monitored, vital signs checked, medications given as prescribed, partograph’ s completed accurately and acted on as needed.

Provide daily essential newborn care to all infants born at the Maternity department at KGH and/or Wellbody Delivery Center. Identify, liaise with the neonatal team and transfer sick babies as needed to Pediatric resus for further treatment as needed.

Provide routine daily postnatal care for women and infants through to 6 weeks postpartum.

Evaluate postnatal patients prior to discharge and provide discharge counseling to ensure that mothers are able to care for their newborns competently and confidently.

Ensure proper documentation is maintained in all maternal and newborn records, health registers and clinic registers.

Collaborate with the RMNH program manager and the rest of the staff to ensure clinical staff can provide CEmONC services in line with MOHS and WHO standards.

Prepare documentation and participate in MDSR monthly reviews, including presentations for KGH and DHMT.

Provide clinical assessment, birth plan development, and on-going care for patients at the Wellbody Birth Waiting Home if required.

Provide leadership, supervision and support for maternity staff to provide quality maternal and newborn health services at KGH and Wellbody Clinic including BEmONC/CEmONC services, ANC, PNC, Delivery Care, Essential Newborn Care, PMTCT, AYFS and Family Planning.

Lead and enforce health & safety standards, Infection Prevention and Control protocols, including ensuring the availability of PPE and cleaning supplies.

Ensure and maintain daily stock checks for the availability of medicines, consumables, supplies and equipment for the Delivery Department to avoid stock outs, including during nights and weekends.

Support maternal and newborn health outreach activities in collaboration with the RMNH program manager.

Collaborate with the RMNH program manager, Obstetrician and the Midwife mentors to provide training on maternity care for clinic staff.

Work rotating shifts, including significant night shift coverage, and rotating “on call” weekends.

Provide compassionate and respectful maternity care in line with the PIH mission and values.

Participate in all quality improvement activities in the department and significantly contribute to successful outcomes and targets being met.

Other responsibilities as required.

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

State Certified Midwife, with current registration at the Nursing and Midwifery Council and with a valid license to practice

1 or more years of experience practicing as a midwife

Experience in managing high risk pregnancies and complicated deliveries

Proven knowledge of Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care, including neonatal resuscitation. ETAT certification is advantageous.

Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Exchange Email.

Fluent in verbal and written English.

Ability to work independently and as an autonomous practitioner.

Ability to work well in a team, be dependable, flexible, time conscious and hard working.

Detail oriented and able to consistently produce high quality work.

Ability to be flexible and effective with a good sense of humor in a busy work environment.

Commitment to social justice and human rights.

Willing to live and work fulltime in Koidu, Sierra Leone.

A valid national identification card/Passport/Voters Identification card

Must not hold a PIN code or receive salary from consolidated funds.

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 by email to:

pihslrecruitment@pih.org

not later 5:00pm on Thursday 1st July , 2021.

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

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

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

1.) State Enrolled Community Health Nurse (SECHN)
2.) Community Health Officer (CHO) Internal Medicine
3.) Community Health Officer (CHO) Pediatrics

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

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

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

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

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) State Enrolled Community Health Nurse (SECHN)

Position Overview

The State Enrolled Community Health Nurse (SECHN) is a critical member of the clinical staff at PIH. SECHNs work collaboratively alongside physicians, SCMs, CHOs, MCH Aides, TBAs and support staff to provide high quality care to patients and their families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Respond to medical/health problems presented by patients in the pediatric departments (including primary health) or any of the medical departments in collaboration with MoHS and DHMT staff if needed, or at any of the PIH-affiliated facilities.

Obtain patients’ vital signs, recognizing and responding to abnormal vital signs appropriately.

Deliver high standards of care in collaboration with the rest of the clinical team.

Maintain confidentiality and impartiality and involve families in the plan of care.

Promote patient/family-centered care to ensure that their needs are met.

Ensures that all emergency cases are prioritized and seen appropriately regardless of the time of the day.

Engage and participate in clinical education or in-service training as determined by the clinician in-charge or the Director of Nursing.

Available to work long and unpredictable hours dictated by the needs of the patients.

Participate in different programs of research and related studies that could imply improvement in the delivery of care to patients.

Perform other duties related to the role, department or project as may be required by the clinician in charge or Director of Nursing.

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

Current and valid clinical license, (SECHN Certificate and License).

Clinical experience in pediatrics and/or emergency nursing care advantageous

ETAT certification preferred

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, must be able to take initiative and problem-solve, be a creative thinker, and must be flexible.

Ability to work well with a team, be dependable, and hard-working.

Ability to be adaptable and function in a busy work environment, including rotating to other units as required.

Commitment to social justice and human rights.

Demonstrated understanding and respect for PIH’s mission and values.

Must NOT hold dual employment from private or national consolidated funds.

A valid national identification card/Passport/Voters Identification card.

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 Wednesday 30 June, 2021.

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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2.) Community Health Officer (CHO) Internal Medicine

Position Overview

A Community Health Officer (CHO) generally applies his/her medical knowledge and skills to the diagnosis, prevention and management of patients that flows into the Wellbody Clinic or Koidu Government Hospital and any of the Wellbody Alliance/Partners in Health affiliated health facility. He/she does this thoroughly following the principles of inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation where ever applicable to find out the actual cause of disease, and also utilizing the appropriate laboratory work. He/she should consult the medical officers for discussion on patient’s care plan in some critical cases, respecting patient’s privacy and confidentiality as much as possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responding to medical/health problems presented by patients including proper history taking, investigations, diagnosis, treatment and referral as appropriate.

Maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.

Promoting continuous medical education and provide mentorship to other junior clinical staff.

Admitting patients requiring special care followed by investigations and treatment with coverage of the wards based on the roster.

Carrying out specific procedures as lumbar puncture, paracentesis, and thoracentesis when necessary under the supervision of the Internal Medicine Consultant.

Give lectures and participate in clinical education sessions about specific topics related to the medical pathology of patients.

Ensure and maintain the medical database in collaboration with the MEQ team.

Covering the NCD clinic and the TB/HIV clinic if it is required.

Liaising with other medical and non-medical staff in the hospital to ensure quality treatment is giving to the patients, and also promotes health education.

Ensures that all emergency cases are prioritized and seen appropriately regardless of the time of the day.

Be willing to work long and unpredictable hours dictated by the needs of the patients.

Perform other duties related to the role, department or project as may be required by the Medical Director or Clinician In Charge.

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 in community Health Medicine with 2-3 years’ work experience in a Clinical setting.

Ability to work in a team

Ability to demonstrate clinical practices and ethics in line with the Medical and Dental Council of Sierra Leone

Proven ability to exercise good judgement, demonstrate political astuteness, and tact.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internally and externally.

This is a location based recruitment, no accommodation or relocation allowance is available for this assignment.

Must not hold a PIN code or receive salary from consolidated funds.

Ability to live full-time in Kono required.

A valid national identification card/Passport/Voters Identification card

Method of application

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 Wednesday 30 June, 2021.

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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3.) Community Health Officer (CHO) Pediatrics

Position Overview

A Community Health Officer (CHO) generally applies his/her medical knowledge and skills to the diagnosis, prevention and management of patients that flows into the Wellbody Clinic or Koidu Government Hospital and any of the Wellbody Alliance/Partners in Health affiliated health facility. He/she does this thoroughly following the principles of inspection, palpation, percussion and auscultation where ever applicable to find out the actual cause of disease, and also utilizing the appropriate laboratory work. He/she should consult the medical officers for discussion on patient’s care plan in some critical cases, respecting patient’s privacy and confidentiality as much as possible.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responding to medical/health problems presented by patients including proper history taking, investigations, diagnosis, treatment and referral as appropriate.

Maintaining confidentiality and impartiality.

Promoting continuous medical education and provide mentorship to other junior clinical staff.

Admitting patients requiring special care followed by investigations and treatment with coverage of the wards based on the roster.

Carrying out specific procedures as lumbar puncture, paracentesis, and thoracentesis when necessary under the supervision of the Internal Medicine Consultant.

Give lectures and participate in clinical education sessions about specific topics related to the medical pathology of patients.

Ensure and maintain the medical database in collaboration with the MEQ team.

Covering the NCD clinic and the TB/HIV clinic if it is required.

Liaising with other medical and non-medical staff in the hospital to ensure quality treatment is giving to the patients, and also promotes health education.

Ensures that all emergency cases are prioritized and seen appropriately regardless of the time of the day.

Be willing to work long and unpredictable hours dictated by the needs of the patients.

Perform other duties related to the role, department or project as may be required by the Medical Director or Clinician In Charge.

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 in community Health Medicine with 2-3 years’ work experience in a Clinical setting.

Ability to work in a team

Ability to demonstrate clinical practices and ethics in line with the Medical and Dental Council of Sierra Leone

Proven ability to exercise good judgement, demonstrate political astuteness, and tact.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internally and externally.

This is a location based recruitment, no accommodation or relocation allowance is available for this assignment.

Must not hold a PIN code or receive salary from consolidated funds.

Ability to live full-time in Kono required.

A valid national identification card/Passport/Voters Identification card

Method of application

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 Wednesday 30 June, 2021.

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.

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Work Location: Kono District

Department: Pharmacy

Reports to: Pharmacy Manager

 

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 Pharmacy assistant under the supervision of a Licensed Pharmacist and Pharmacy technicians, help to provide support and other medication health care products to patients and consumers, ensure timely and effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders such as PIH/Well Body Clinic, Koidu Government Hospital

and any other hospitals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Work under the supervision of pharmacy technicians

Count pills and Label medications appropriately

Stock shelves and ensure adequate supply of medications and consumables

Keep pharmacy clean and organized

Ensure emergency supplies are available

Collect, organization and evaluation of patient information in regards to medications

Supply patients with information and education on their prescriptions

Other functions as requested by pharmacy superior’s/Pharmacy technician or reasonable request from clinical staff for assistance regarding medications

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

2 years working experience in a similar role

Having fast analytical skills for risk assessment and able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with multicultural staff and partners.

Interest in social justice and health care issues.

Professional proficiency in English is required and proficiency in Kono language is desired but not criteria.

Must not hold dual employment

Must hold a valid nursing license

A valid national identification card/Passport/Voters Identification card

Trained and qualified as State Enrolled Community Health Nurse (SECHN)

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: 27 Sahr Lebbie Street Kono or by email to:

pihslrecruitment@pih.org

not later 5:00pm on Monday 24th June, 2021.

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.

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The Aberdeen Women’s Centre (AWC) is a Non-Governmental charitable hospital located in Aberdeen, Freetown providing free surgical services to the women of Sierra Leone for correction of disorders arising from protracted labor; we are also providing free maternity services and an outpatient pediatric clinic for children between birth and fifteen years old.

For its operations, AWC is looking for qualified Sierra Leoneans to fill the following position:

Position: Part Time Obstetric Cover Doctor (Evenings and Weekend Cover)

Job Type: Full time

Job Location: berdeen Freetown

Department: Obstetrics Maternity / Fistula Department

Reports to: Clinical Director

 

Purpose of the Role

The part time Obstetric cover doctor will be responsible for the clinical care in the hospital during their time on call. The work up of patients from history taking, examination, ordering and interpreting investigations, along with assessment of fetal well-being is expected in this role. As a maternity unit, we provide not only maternal care, but neonatal care also. This role requires the ability to undertake caesarean sections, instrumental delivery, perineal repair and manage the obstetric emergencies. It requires an insight as to when help is necessary, and ability to reach out to those around you for escalation of care.

 

This role also requires leadership of the clinical team while on duty, and liaison and effective communication with the senior cover is expected. The Obstetric doctor takes responsibility for all patients and their babies that come to the hospital during their time on call.

Responsibilities and Duties

Clinical

• Shift hours start promptly at 5:00 pm Monday to Friday and 8:00 am on Saturday and Sunday. The shift is finished when you have physically handed over the patients to the next duty doctor. Ideally handover should commence at 0730 to allow the night doctor to leave by 8am.

• Oversee daily activities in the maternity

• It is sometimes necessary to assist with fistula patient care, but this should be in close liaison with the fistula surgeon.

• Provide consultations and treatment to AWC patients including referral when necessary.

• Responsible for prescriptions of drugs for patients.

• Ensure clear and effective handover of all antenatal patients, labouring mothers and “problem” postnatal patients is done at the beginning and end of the shift

• Ensure that ward rounds are done during the shift hours. Also, to ensure that a walk through of the labour ward occurs at least every 4 hours during your shift.

• Decisions regarding a patient should be undertaken after sufficient information has been obtained, and if instruction over the phone is given, follow up clinical assessment of high-risk patients in person is always necessary. (Please also see policy to for definitions of “high risk”)

• Decisions of antenatal patients should be taken in conjunction with the senior AWC doctor cover. Do not discharge high risk patients without discussing the case first with the senior AWC doctor.

• Provide consultations and treatment to AWC staff during shift hours.

• Provide emergency neonatal assessment, care and support, and arrange for transfer to SCBU if necessary. If transfer is indicated to complete a record in the neonatal transfer file, so we can follow up.

• To tend to the emergency and medical needs of an SGBV patient (for example, Malaria, or head injury), and alert the senior AWC doctor of the patient’s arrival so s/he can complete the pelvic examination and documentation.

Supervision of staff

• To provide clinical support as well as team leadership to staff, encouraging healthy team dynamics, morale and good overall relationships.

• Ensure that staff are punctual during shift hours and attend for their respective handovers.

• Ensure staff are fulfilling their duties and escalate if necessary; examples include frequent fetal monitoring, vital signs monitoring and completing the pantograph.

• Address staff issues that arise during shift hours, i.e. interpersonal conflicts or clinical performance issues that are witnessed during the shift. This should be done in conjunction with AWC senior doctor and relevant supervisors.

 

Administrative

• Ensure that patient records and charts are completed and properly filed.

• Liaise with OPC, Lab, Pharmacy, Stores departments regarding safety and health of patients and staff. Escalate concerns to senior AWC doctor cover.

• Ensure that supplies required for patient care and staff usage are available.

• Update and inform management / consultant Obstetrician on any incidences that arise during the work shift.

Private consultations to non AWC registered patients are not allowed at AWC premises during shift hours.

 

How to apply

Applicants should send their CV (max pages) and a one page Cover Letter to the Human Resources and Admin Manager, Aberdeen Women’s Centre via email to:

awc.recruitment @ aberdeenwomenscentre.org

with the subject line “Stores Officer” not later than Friday 18th June 2021. 

We are an equal opportunities employer”.  Women are strongly encourage to apply.

Note: 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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Job no: 540779

Position type: Temporary Appointment

Location: Sierra Leone Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal

School/Unit: Sierra Leone

Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Categories: Health, Supply/Logistics, P-4

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, resilience

Please visit UNICEF Sierra Leone website here: www.unicef.org/sierraleone

How can you make a difference?

Reporting to the Chief, Health and Nutrition and working with the Supply and Logistics Section, the Health Specialist (Supply Chain System Strengthening) provides professional technical, operational, and managerial support for the supply component of health and nutrition Programme within the UNICEF Sierra Leone Country Programme. The Health Specialist (Supply Chain Strengthening) pays a special attention to the management of emergency supplies, including tracking, monitoring, and reporting of the distributed items up to health facilities as feasible. At the same time, with a view to enhancing the humanitarian-development nexus, the Health Specialist (Supply Chain Strengthening) also provides targeted capacity building support and technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MoHS) in strengthening overall supply chain strategy, forecasting and supply planning, inventory management, warehousing and distribution, implementation of logistics management information system and data analysis/utilization as per the identified needs. The summary of the key accountabilities’ are as follows:

1. Support Programme development and planning.

2. Plan and collaborate for effective programme management, monitoring and delivery of results.

3. Provide technical and operational support to Programme implementation.

4. Build and sustain effective networks and partnership.

5. Apply and introduce innovative approaches and good practices in knowledge management and capacity building.

Please see a detailed ToR attached. ToR TA Health Supply Chain Specialist rev.docx

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• An advanced university degree in public health/nutrition, pharmacy, pediatric health, family health, supply chain and logistics, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, epidemiology, or any other relevant technical field.
• A minimum of eight years of professional experience in health supply chain management, public health/nutrition planning and management with supply component, or maternal and neonatal health care with supply chain management.
• Additional professional certification (CSCP, CSCM, CPSM, SCMP, etc.) from an accredited supply management institution in conjunction is an asset.
• Experience working in a developing country is required.
• Experience in emergency preparedness and response is considered as an asset.
• Professional technical knowledge/ expertise in supply chain system, including forecasting and supply planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing and distribution, logistics management information system.
• Expert knowledge of the technical areas of UNICEF health and nutrition programmes.
• Relevant experience in UN system/agency is an asset.
• Computer software application, including word processing, spreadsheet, and corporate software packages.

• General knowledge of methodology of Programme/project management, programmatic goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies in Health and Nutrition, knowledge of global health and nutrition issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current trends, methods, and approaches.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

Core Competencies

• Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (2)
• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (3)
• Works Collaboratively with others (3)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (3)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (3)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (3)
• Drives to achieve impactful results (3)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (3)

Functional Competencies

• Analyzing (3)
• Deciding and Initiating Action (2)
• Applying Technical Expertise (3)

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

Click here to learn more about UNICEF’s values and competencies.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

“UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/”

Application close: Jun 13 2021 Greenwich Standard Time

How to Apply

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

 

 

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