SOS Children’s Village is recruiting to fill the following positions in Sierra Leone.

1.) Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Coordinator
2.) Institutional Partnership Development Coordinator

 

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Information & Communication Technology (ICT) Coordinator

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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) COORDINATOR

 

SOS Children’s Villages was established in Sierra Leone in 1974. We work with government and partners in communities to help families care for their children or to provide an alternative family for children who have no one to care for them, or who have lost parental care or are exposed to risks of neglect, abandonment, abuse and exploitation. Located in Freetown, Bo and Makeni, SOS Children’s Villages Sierra Leone has a wide range of programmes, in which the love of a caregiver is essential, to ensure children grow in a loving home and become their strongest selves.

 

Our Vision: Every child belongs to a family and grows up with love, respect and security.

 

Our Mission: We build families for children in need, we help them shape their own futures, and we

share in the development of their communities.

 

Our Values: Courage

Commitment

Trust

Accountability

 

Programmes include Alternative Care settings, Interim Care Centres, Youth care programmes that support more than 530 children and young people leaving in villages and in communities. In addition to quality care, we advocate for children, young people and women’s right, protection, safeguarding and empowerment. SOS Children’s Villages also provide quality education to over 4,000 students through its Herman Gmeiner International Schools, Kindergartens and Technical Vocational/ Employability and Entrepreneurship Training Centre in support of care-exit strategies and reintegration processes. Other projects include the Youth Innovation challenge & Youth-Can! which support young entrepreneurs with their businesses and young people on their quest to employment. The emergency programmes aid vulnerable families cope with the impact of COVID-19 and the economic downturn to prevent family separation.

 

SOS Children’s Villages in Sierra Leone is recruiting an ICT Coordinator to lead the ICT development of the organization. In cooperation with the Regional ICT Advisor, he/she will implement the SOS- Children’s Villages International global and regional ICT goals, policies, strategies, standards and guidelines in the National Association (NA).

 

He/she designs the National Office (NO) and facilities ICT architecture and plans their long term ICT needs, ensuring that local long-term ICT requirements are met. He must also plan for short, medium and long term goals for ICT based on global organizational requirements of SOS.

 

The ICT Coordinator is responsible for the effective operations of information technology and information systems within the National Association / Sierra Leone. He provides functional supervision to ICT Officers / Teachers of programs.

 

Implements, and maintains all national ICT systems and standards in order to achieve a cost efficient and effective ICT environment in accordance with SOS Global ICT Standards.

 

Assume the responsibility for data security including the planning, design and implementation of security measures which safeguard access to the organization’s terminal files and data elements.

 

Define the ICT budget for the NO and facilities in accordance with existing needs.

 

Implements operating system enhancements that will improve the reliability and performance of the system as supervised by the Regional ICT Advisor.

 

Support NO and facilities to budget ICT investments and replacements of equipment in accordance with SOS Global ICT standards.

 

Ensures the installation, maintenance, configuration, and integrity of computer software across the National Association.

 

Participate in the conception and implementation of ICT4D projects in the NA. Give proper technical support for the choice of appropriate technology for the deployment of such projects.

 

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor degree in IT/ Computer Science or IT Security. Additionally, certificate in network or server administration would be an asset.
• High level of integrity, and awareness of security, safety and cyber criminality
• Five (5) years of proven experience in IT Management and ICT solutions development
• Expertise in latest version of Microsoft Operating System and business applications (Off. 365)
• Understanding of Server Management (Active directory) and virtualization (Hyper – V).
• Good Knowledge in Network Administration (LAN, VLAN, network policies and protocols).
• Good Knowledge of computer’s hardware and maintenance process. IT security best practices and IT service management tools (ITSM).
• Have experience in the design and implementation of ICT and ICT4D projects.
• Skills on App design/creation and knowledge on renewable energy/ tech solutions would be considered as assets
• Have the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

 

WORK CONDITIONS

 

STARTING DATE: 1st March 2023

DURATION OF CONTRACT: One year with a possibility of an extension based on performance and/or

availability of funding

LOCATION: National (Freetown), must be willing and able to travel to our field locations.

 

WE OFFER:

• Attractive salary and package.
• A supportive team and compelling working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to the empowerment of children and young people in a recognized International NGO.

 

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

 

To apply: submit a cover letter, with your Curriculum Vitae, photocopy of certificates, and three (3) professional references with at least one (2) from direct supervisors, by email only to

apply.sl@sossierraleone.org

Please indicate in the subject line the position, the location and the subject area desired.

 

Closing date for the submission of applications is Wednesday 18th January, 2023

Only the successful candidates will be contacted.

In accordance with the organization’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record checks, police clearance.

 

What We Stand For:

SOS Children’s Villages is committed to creating and maintaining a caring and protective environment, which promotes its core values, and prevents and addresses child abuse and exploitation. We strongly condemn all forms of child abuse and exploitation, be it within or outside of our organisation, and always respond to any case of proven, alleged or attempted abuse within our sphere of influence according to its nature. Efforts ensure that mechanisms are in place to raise awareness, aid prevention, encourage reporting and ease response. They range from human resource development actions such as training and counselling to measures such as suspension, dismissal, and legal action.

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2.) Institutional Partnership Development Coordinator

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INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT (IPD) COORDINATOR

 

SOS Children’s Villages was established in Sierra Leone in 1974. We work with government and partners in communities to help families care for their children or to provide an alternative family for children who have no one to care for them, or who have lost parental care or are exposed to risks of neglect, abandonment, abuse and exploitation. Located in Freetown, Bo and Makeni, SOS Children’s Villages Sierra Leone has a wide range of programmes, in which the love of a caregiver is essential, to ensure children grow in a loving home and become their strongest selves.

 

Our Vision: Every child belongs to a family and grows up with love, respect and security.

 

Our Mission: We build families for children in need, we help them shape their own futures, and we

share in the development of their communities.

 

Our Values: Courage

Commitment

Trust

Accountability

 

Programmes include Alternative Care settings, Interim Care Centres, Youth care programmes that support more than 530 children and young people leaving in villages and in communities. In addition to quality care, we advocate for children, young people and women’s right, protection, safeguarding and empowerment. SOS Children’s Villages also provide quality education to over 4,000 students through its Herman Gmeiner International Schools, Kindergartens and Technical Vocational/ Employability and Entrepreneurship Training Centre in support of care-exit strategies and reintegration processes. Other projects include the Youth Innovation challenge & Youth-Can! which support young entrepreneurs with their businesses and young people on their quest to employment. The emergency programmes aid vulnerable families cope with the impact of COVID-19 and the economic downturn to prevent family separation.

 

SOS Children’s Villages Sierra Leone is recruiting an Institutional Partnership Development Coordinator to support and advise the National Association in the development of partnership with institutions, in order to significantly diversify and increase the financial resources available for national programmes. Under the leadership of the Fund Development & Communications (FDC) Manager, the IPD Coordinator will directly support the team in seizing funding opportunities.

 

He/she will develop and implement institutional partnership strategies and will be a key contributor to the growth of the funding portfolio as well as day to day donor relations management with bilateral donors, international organizations, governmental institutions, embassies and any other relevant national or international organizations.

 

The incumbent will also support sound grant management of donor–funded project and ensure compliance with donor regulation and SOS policies.

Develop and implement an institutional fundraising and partnership strategy in line with the needs of the organization

 

To coordinate grant management for institutional funded projects, within a focus on donor compliance and donor reporting, in collaboration with Programme & Finance colleagues, this also includes the preparation of high-quality donor proposal, concept notes and reports.

 

Stay abreast of current trends in partnerships and governance in Sierra Leone and share learning with country Senior Management Team (SMT), as well as linking with the Regional and Global IPD Focal Persons.

 

Establish and maintain regular contact with donors, and participate in regional IPD networking and training.

 

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor/ University degree or Master in International Development, Project Management or related field.

 

• Minimum 5 years working experience in a similar role, with 2 years’ experience in the humanitarian sector.

 

• Strong understanding of project management (PCM, LFM, RBM) and grant management.

 

• Strong understanding of the donor environment in the humanitarian context and track record in identification and securing humanitarian funding opportunities (eg. UN, ECHO, Europe Aid, USAID/OFDA, USAID/FFP, SIDA, GAC, AA)

 

• Broad network of UN, donor and NGO contacts in Sierra Leone, with proven experience development and maintain effective stakeholder relationship.

 

• Excellent inter-personal, cultural and diplomatic skills with experience representing organizations at the regional and national networks.

 

• Positive and professional approach: willingness to learn, very organized, commitment to deadlines, result focused, strong analytical skills and independent/self-motivated.

 

• Support of SOS CVI vision, mission and values is essential.

 

• A strong understanding of program design and development, especially in the sectors of Child Protection, Education, Health, Youth Empowerment, Livelihood, Gender and GBV, etc.

 

• Highly developed communication with tact & diplomacy, interpersonal, networking, and negotiation skills.

 

• Trustworthiness and confidentiality as well as modelling principled behaviour

 

WORK CONDITIONS

 

STARTING DATE: 1st March 2023

DURATION OF CONTRACT: One year with a possibility of an extension based on performance

and/or availability of funding

LOCATION: National (Freetown), must be willing and able to travel to our field locations.

 

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

To apply: submit a letter of interest, with Curriculum Vitae, photocopy of certificates, and three (3) professional references with at least one (1) from a direct supervisor, by email only to

apply.sl@sossierraleone.org

Please indicate in the subject line the position, for example: “Application for the Position of Institutional Partnership Coordinator ”.

 

Closing date for the submission of applications is Wednesday 18th January, 2023

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

In accordance with the organization’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

 

What We Stand For:

SOS Children’s Villages is committed to creating and maintaining a caring and protective environment, which promotes its core values, and prevents and addresses child abuse and exploitation. We strongly condemn all forms of child abuse and exploitation, be it within or outside of our organisation, and always respond to any case of proven, alleged or attempted abuse within our sphere of influence according to its nature. Efforts ensure that mechanisms are in place to raise awareness, aid prevention, encourage reporting and ease response. They range from human resource development actions such as training and counselling to measures such as suspension, dismissal, and legal action.

JOB VACANCY

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:       Social Worker

Job Type:       Full time

Job Location:       Aberdeen Freetown

Department:      Program

Reports to:       Program Manager

 

Purpose of the Role

The CSW will report to the Programmes Manager to design and deliver specialized counselling services and provide crucial support to AWC’s teenage girls, fistula patients, SGBV survivors and in-facility patients. The CSW will predominately work with AWC’s teenage girls and SGBV survivors in case management and information filing. The CSW will monitor all court cases of AWC’s SGBV survivors and liaise with partners including the Family Support Unit and Ministry of Social Welfare to ensure the child’s welfare and care is upheld to the highest standard.

 

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

• With the support of Programmes Manager, monitor all SGBV cases closely and provide them with the support they need including attending all court sittings.
• The CSW will provide extensive and timely reports to the Programmes Manager regarding each court sitting.
• Provide regular therapeutic and guidance counselling services to teenage girls, fistula patients, SGBV survivors and in-facility patients
• Do daily routine checks with Maternity and Fistula Units to identify patients counselling needs
•  Enhance coping capacities of patients challenged with feelings of loss, grief, family disorder, depression, anxiety disorder
• Conduct case and background profiling on identified less privilege teenage girls booked into the AWC teenage program
• With support from the Programmes Manager, facilitate the family reunification process for child rape victims, ensuring AWC’s protocols are adhered to regarding discharging a child rape victim to keep the child’s safety and welfare the priority
• Prepare detailed notes and monthly progressive reports on all activities completed, including counselling sessions
• Support the team at the AWC Skill Training Centre (AWC STC) and liaise between the parents and girls whilst they are participating
• Do other assigned jobs as required

 

Personnel Specifications Required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Holds a minimum qualification of a Diploma in Social Work Studies or in a specialty in patient and guidance counselling
• At least three (3) years demonstrated knowledge and skills in counselling services
•  At least two (2) years practical knowledge in residential care and guidance counselling
• 1-2 years’ previous experience working for an NGO/humanitarian work, preferably in maternal and sexual reproductive health
• Shows an in-depth understanding of local child protection regulations
• Knowledgeable in cultural competence and the process of patient growth

 

Desired Attributes:  

• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Have an excellent knowledge of gender-based violence, maternal health and women’s rights
• Have a positive and friendly attitude towards multiple cultural groups
• Capable to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviour
• Think decisively to inform and communicate professional judgments
• Ability to communicate clearly with skills to promote teamwork and partnership
• Completely fluent in Krio and English. Other local languages are welcomed
• The ability to develop a non-judgmental approach
• An understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Excellent organizational and note-keeping skills
• Demonstrated ability to be resourceful.

 

How to apply

Applicants should send their CV (max 4 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 “Social Worker” not later than Tuesday 10th January 2023.

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

Note:

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Innovations for Poverty Action seeks a qualified Embedded Labs Coordinator to collaborate closely with the Ministry of General Education in Sierra Leone to strengthen its capacity to use evidence to improve its programs and policies.

Responding to Ministry’s demand for support beyond impact evaluations, IPA his working to develop an embedded evidence lab with MoE, putting a strong focus on equipping them to regularly use evidence to improve their decision-making, policies, and programs. This position will support these activities, reporting to the IPA Sierra Leone’s Associate Research Manager and dotted line oversight from the Global Policy team.

Responsibilities

The Coordinator will perform a variety of tasks related to leveraging existing data and developing new research projects to drive greater use of evidence within the Ministry. For example, the Coordinator may conduct activities including but not limited to:

• Mapping the data needs of various directorates within the Ministry against the existing data available, complemented with an assessment of its quality
• Assessing existing datasets and indicators according to criteria of relevance, objectivity, and reliability
• Identifying opportunities to test low cost “nudges” to improve service delivery
• Developing and executing opportunities to leverage administrative data for analysis to inform key MoE programs and decisions
• Developing and executing “learning-by-doing” capacity building projects with MoE counterparts
• Developing opportunities to leverage administrative data for research; connecting local and international researchers to pursue these openings
• Producing “policy briefs” on key policy questions that can be answered using the Ministry’s own data
• Developing a policy-driven research agenda for the lab and facilitating the development of research projects to respond to the agenda
• Sharing existing evidence to inform MoE program design and delivery
• Advising MoE directorates on developing and maintaining MEL plans
• Deliver capacity building trainings on M&E, impact evaluations, etc.
• Provide guidance to MoE directorates’ ongoing monitoring activities, including by recommending implementation quality indicators and data sources

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in international public policy, education, social science, or related fields.
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience
• Hands-on experience supporting Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning systems. Familiarity with the challenges surrounding causal attribution
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection, management, and analysis
• Experience working in the education sector of a developing country, ideally in close interaction with government stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to coach and train others in MEL methodologies
• Superior analytical, quantitative, and conceptual thinking skills
• Strong client-facing and presentation skills
• Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies
• Ability to present information in a structured and insightful way, both in writing and orally
• Self-starter, entrepreneurial mindset, versatility, and strong multi-tasking skills
• Passion for making data-driven decision a reality in the development sector

Application Instructions

Click on the link below to apply

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About IPA

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a research and policy nonprofit that discovers and promotes effective solutions to global poverty problems. IPA brings together researchers and decision-makers to design, rigorously evaluate, and refine these solutions and their applications, ensuring that the evidence created is used to improve the lives of the world’s poor. In recent decades, trillions of dollars have been spent on programs designed to reduce global poverty, but clear evidence on which programs succeed is rare, and when evidence does exist, decision-makers often do not know about it. IPA exists to bring together leading researchers and these decision-makers to ensure that the evidence we create leads to tangible impact on the world. Since its founding in 2002, IPA has worked with over 600 leading academics to conduct over 900 evaluations in 52 countries. This research has informed hundreds of successful programs that now impact millions of individuals worldwide.IPA’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)As an organization, IPA is dedicated to improving the lives of the world’s most vulnerable populations through evidence and policy. We also recognize how important it is for our staff to reflect the diversity of the places where we work and the communities we work with. As such, IPA is committed to hiring from a diverse pool of candidates, from a range of backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, and perspectives. We know that this makes our work stronger and more responsive to the challenges faced by those we work with and for and we encourage people from historically underrepresented groups to apply. Click here to learn more about IPA’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Innovations for Poverty Action is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected class. IPA will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at jobs@poverty-action.org or via phone at 1-202-386-6200. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by the specified position. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Please note that IPA will never request any form of payment from an applicant. Applicants are encouraged to confirm the information listed above with IPA prior to releasing any extensive personal information to the organization. Please direct questions to jobs@poverty-action.org .

• Please note that only qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring manager.

Abt Associates is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Site Manager (x23)
2.) Brigade Supervisor (x67)
3.) IEC Supervisors (x204)
4.) IEC Assistants (x23)
5.) Warehouse Assistant (x4)
6.) Logistics Assistant (x4)
7.) Storekeeper (x23)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Site Manager (x23)

Site Manager (23 positions; 14 Bo district & 9 Bombali district) – the seasonal Site Manager will be responsible for timely and high-quality IRS operations at the Operation Site level.  Basic requirements for this position include the following:   

• Minimum academic qualification of a Diploma in any field.
• Ability to manage groups of people and/or tasks under pressure with little or no supervision.
• Previous experience in IRS operations or mass campaigns. management/coordination and working with MOHS is preferred but not required
• Good verbal communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of a local language of the area of assignment.
• MUST be able to use a mobile phone to perform basic functions such as sending SMS
• Being a resident of the assigned work district is an added advantage.
• Period: April to May 2023

• HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI VectorLink Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via

abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com

or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address: Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address: NTDS/ONCHO Office, Masuba, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, 13th January 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District			Bombali District
Operational Site	Chiefdom		Operational Site	Chiefdom
Bumpe Town	Bumpe		Binkolo	Safroko Limba
Dambala	Niawa Lenga		Kagbere	Magbaimba  Ndowahun
	Selenga			Kamaranka
Koribondo	Bongor		Kalangba	Gbendembu
	Jaiama			N’gowahun
	Wonde		Kamabai	Biriwa Limba
Jimmi	Bargbo		Makarie	Makarie
Jembe	Badjia			Gbanti
	Baoma		Mara	Mara
Gerihun	Baoma		Pate Bana	Bombali Shebora
Fengehun	Kakua		Yali Sanda	Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa	Gbo		Rokontha	Bombali Sierray
	Kakua			Bombali Shebora
Ngalu	Bagbwe
	Komboya
Serabu	Bumpe
Sumbuya	Lugbu
Mongere	Valunia
Tikonko	Tikonko
Gondama	Tikonko

 

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2.) Brigade Supervisor (x67)

 

RECRUITMENT NOTICE OF SEASONAL  WORKERS FOR 2023 IRS CAMPAIGN IN BO AND BOMBALI DISTRICTS

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) VectorLink Project, which implement Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign in Bo and Bombali districts for malaria elimination and prevention informs interested candidates for seasonal positions of the 2023 IRS campaign to apply for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, IEC Assistants, IEC Supervisors, Site Manager and Brigade Supervisors.

INFORMATION ON EACH POSITION

 

• Brigade Supervisor (67 positions; 41 Bo and 26 Bombali) – the seasonal IRS Brigade Supervisor will be responsible for timely and high-quality supervision of Team Leaders and Spray Operators (SOPs) to ensure daily spray targets are achieved.  Basic requirements for this position include the following:   

• Minimum academic qualification of a Diploma in any field.
•  Ability to manage groups of people and/or tasks under pressure with little or no supervision.
• Previous experience in IRS operations, ability to work both as a team leader and as a team member and follow the Vectorlink District Coordinator instructions/guidance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English and has integrity and is well accepted in the community.
• Willingness to commit to the IRS campaign and follow instructions from Vectorlink technical team.
• Experience working with Community Health Workers (CHWs) and being an indigene/resident in the catchment area of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of the chiefdoms/communities of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
• Must be able to communicate in at least one of the local languages in areas of assignment is required.
• MUST be able to use a mobile phone to perform basic functions such as sending SMS and filling the supervision forms.
• Period: April to May 2023

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI VectorLink Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via

abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com

or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address: Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address: NTDS/ONCHO Office, Masuba, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, 13th January 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District			Bombali District
Operational Site	Chiefdom		Operational Site	Chiefdom
Bumpe Town	Bumpe		Binkolo	Safroko Limba
Dambala	Niawa Lenga		Kagbere	Magbaimba  Ndowahun
	Selenga			Kamaranka
Koribondo	Bongor		Kalangba	Gbendembu
	Jaiama			N’gowahun
	Wonde		Kamabai	Biriwa Limba
Jimmi	Bargbo		Makarie	Makarie
Jembe	Badjia			Gbanti
	Baoma		Mara	Mara
Gerihun	Baoma		Pate Bana	Bombali Shebora
Fengehun	Kakua		Yali Sanda	Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa	Gbo		Rokontha	Bombali Sierray
	Kakua			Bombali Shebora
Ngalu	Bagbwe
	Komboya
Serabu	Bumpe
Sumbuya	Lugbu
Mongere	Valunia
Tikonko	Tikonko
Gondama	Tikonko

 

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3.) IEC Supervisors (x204)

 

RECRUITMENT NOTICE OF SEASONAL  WORKERS FOR 2023 IRS CAMPAIGN IN BO AND BOMBALI DISTRICTS

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) VectorLink Project, which implement Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign in Bo and Bombali districts for malaria elimination and prevention informs interested candidates for seasonal positions of the 2023 IRS campaign to apply for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, IEC Assistants, IEC Supervisors, Site Manager and Brigade Supervisors.

INFORMATION ON EACH POSITION

 

IEC Supervisors (204 positions; 120 Bo and 80 Bombali) – The candidates will ensure timely and quality coordination of all IRS mass mobilization and awareness-raising activities in the assigned chiefdom. Basic requirements for this position include the following:   

• Certificate in nursing, community development, community health, public health, or related discipline.
• Proven experience working with communities and their leadership, managing IEC and community outreach/mobilization activities for local health programs is essential, experience with malaria prevention programs is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to communicate in English and ability to speak the common local language of the assigned chiefdom.
• Working as a PHU staff in the areas of intervention is a plus.
• MUST have a valid driving license, be able to ride a motorbike, and own a motorbike.
• Period: March to May 2023

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI VectorLink Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via

abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com

or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address: Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address: NTDS/ONCHO Office, Masuba, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, 13th January 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District			Bombali District
Operational Site	Chiefdom		Operational Site	Chiefdom
Bumpe Town	Bumpe		Binkolo	Safroko Limba
Dambala	Niawa Lenga		Kagbere	Magbaimba  Ndowahun
	Selenga			Kamaranka
Koribondo	Bongor		Kalangba	Gbendembu
	Jaiama			N’gowahun
	Wonde		Kamabai	Biriwa Limba
Jimmi	Bargbo		Makarie	Makarie
Jembe	Badjia			Gbanti
	Baoma		Mara	Mara
Gerihun	Baoma		Pate Bana	Bombali Shebora
Fengehun	Kakua		Yali Sanda	Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa	Gbo		Rokontha	Bombali Sierray
	Kakua			Bombali Shebora
Ngalu	Bagbwe
	Komboya
Serabu	Bumpe
Sumbuya	Lugbu
Mongere	Valunia
Tikonko	Tikonko
Gondama	Tikonko

 

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4.) IEC Assistants (x23)

 

RECRUITMENT NOTICE OF SEASONAL  WORKERS FOR 2023 IRS CAMPAIGN IN BO AND BOMBALI DISTRICTS

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) VectorLink Project, which implement Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign in Bo and Bombali districts for malaria elimination and prevention informs interested candidates for seasonal positions of the 2023 IRS campaign to apply for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, IEC Assistants, IEC Supervisors, Site Manager and Brigade Supervisors.

INFORMATION ON EACH POSITION

 

IEC Assistants (23 positions; 14 Bo and 9 Bombali) – The candidates will ensure timely and quality coordination of all IRS mass mobilization and awareness-raising activities in the assigned chiefdom. Basic requirements for this position include the following:   

• Certificate in nursing, community development, community health, public health, or related discipline.
• Proven experience working with communities and their leadership, managing IEC and community outreach/mobilization activities for local health programs is essential, experience with malaria prevention programs is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to communicate in English and ability to speak the common local language of the assigned chiefdom.
• MUST have a valid driving license, be able to ride a motorbike, and own a motorbike.
• Period: March to May 2023

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI VectorLink Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via

abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com

or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address: Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address: NTDS/ONCHO Office, Masuba, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, 13th January 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District			Bombali District
Operational Site	Chiefdom		Operational Site	Chiefdom
Bumpe Town	Bumpe		Binkolo	Safroko Limba
Dambala	Niawa Lenga		Kagbere	Magbaimba  Ndowahun
	Selenga			Kamaranka
Koribondo	Bongor		Kalangba	Gbendembu
	Jaiama			N’gowahun
	Wonde		Kamabai	Biriwa Limba
Jimmi	Bargbo		Makarie	Makarie
Jembe	Badjia			Gbanti
	Baoma		Mara	Mara
Gerihun	Baoma		Pate Bana	Bombali Shebora
Fengehun	Kakua		Yali Sanda	Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa	Gbo		Rokontha	Bombali Sierray
	Kakua			Bombali Shebora
Ngalu	Bagbwe
	Komboya
Serabu	Bumpe
Sumbuya	Lugbu
Mongere	Valunia
Tikonko	Tikonko
Gondama	Tikonko

 

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5.) Warehouse Assistant (x4)

 

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) VectorLink Project, which implement Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign in Bo and Bombali districts for malaria elimination and prevention informs interested candidates for seasonal positions of the 2023 IRS campaign to apply for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, IEC Assistants, IEC Supervisors, Site Manager and Brigade Supervisors.

INFORMATION ON EACH POSITION

 

Warehouse Assistant (4 Positions; 2 Central Warehouse in Western Area Rural district Newton, 1 district Store in Bo, and 1 district store in Makeni)- the seasonal Logistics Assistant will work closely with District Coordinator, Site Managers, and Storekeepers to ensure timely and high-quality management of all operation site logistics within the assigned district. Basic requirements for this position include the following:   

• Minimum of Higher National Diploma in purchasing and supply or another relevant field.
• Previous experience in logistics management is preferred.
• Good communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Team player able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must have basic knowledge in computer literacy with a good understanding of the use of MS office applications and experience of operating electronic gadgets such as tablets and smartphones.
• Previous work experience in IRS and residents of the work district will be an added advantage.
• Female Logistics Assistants MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
• Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.
• Period: February to May 2023

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI VectorLink Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via

abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com

or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address: Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address: NTDS/ONCHO Office, Masuba, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, 13th January 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District			Bombali District
Operational Site	Chiefdom		Operational Site	Chiefdom
Bumpe Town	Bumpe		Binkolo	Safroko Limba
Dambala	Niawa Lenga		Kagbere	Magbaimba  Ndowahun
	Selenga			Kamaranka
Koribondo	Bongor		Kalangba	Gbendembu
	Jaiama			N’gowahun
	Wonde		Kamabai	Biriwa Limba
Jimmi	Bargbo		Makarie	Makarie
Jembe	Badjia			Gbanti
	Baoma		Mara	Mara
Gerihun	Baoma		Pate Bana	Bombali Shebora
Fengehun	Kakua		Yali Sanda	Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa	Gbo		Rokontha	Bombali Sierray
	Kakua			Bombali Shebora
Ngalu	Bagbwe
	Komboya
Serabu	Bumpe
Sumbuya	Lugbu
Mongere	Valunia
Tikonko	Tikonko
Gondama	Tikonko

 

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6.) Logistics Assistant (x4)

 

RECRUITMENT NOTICE OF SEASONAL  WORKERS FOR 2023 IRS CAMPAIGN IN BO AND BOMBALI DISTRICTS

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) VectorLink Project, which implement Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign in Bo and Bombali districts for malaria elimination and prevention informs interested candidates for seasonal positions of the 2023 IRS campaign to apply for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, IEC Assistants, IEC Supervisors, Site Manager and Brigade Supervisors.

INFORMATION ON EACH POSITION

 

Logistics Assistant (4 Positions; 2 Bo district and 2 Bombali district) – the seasonal Logistics Assistant will work closely with District Coordinator, Site Managers, and Storekeepers to ensure timely and high-quality management of all operation site logistics within the assigned district. Basic requirements for this position include the following:   

• Minimum of Higher National Diploma in purchasing and supply or another relevant field.
• Previous experience in logistics management is preferred.
• Good communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Team player able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Must have basic knowledge in computer literacy with a good understanding of the use of MS office applications and experience of operating electronic gadgets such as tablets and smartphones.
• Previous work experience in IRS and residents of the work district will be an added advantage.
• Female Logistics Assistants MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
• Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.
• Period: March to May 2023

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI VectorLink Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via

abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com

or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address: Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address: NTDS/ONCHO Office, Masuba, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, 13th January 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District			Bombali District
Operational Site	Chiefdom		Operational Site	Chiefdom
Bumpe Town	Bumpe		Binkolo	Safroko Limba
Dambala	Niawa Lenga		Kagbere	Magbaimba  Ndowahun
	Selenga			Kamaranka
Koribondo	Bongor		Kalangba	Gbendembu
	Jaiama			N’gowahun
	Wonde		Kamabai	Biriwa Limba
Jimmi	Bargbo		Makarie	Makarie
Jembe	Badjia			Gbanti
	Baoma		Mara	Mara
Gerihun	Baoma		Pate Bana	Bombali Shebora
Fengehun	Kakua		Yali Sanda	Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa	Gbo		Rokontha	Bombali Sierray
	Kakua			Bombali Shebora
Ngalu	Bagbwe
	Komboya
Serabu	Bumpe
Sumbuya	Lugbu
Mongere	Valunia
Tikonko	Tikonko
Gondama	Tikonko

 

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7.) Storekeeper (x23)

 

RECRUITMENT NOTICE OF SEASONAL  WORKERS FOR 2023 IRS CAMPAIGN IN BO AND BOMBALI DISTRICTS

The US President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) VectorLink Project, which implement Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) campaign in Bo and Bombali districts for malaria elimination and prevention informs interested candidates for seasonal positions of the 2023 IRS campaign to apply for the following positions: Storekeepers, Logistics Assistants, Warehouse Assistants, IEC Assistants, IEC Supervisors, Site Manager and Brigade Supervisors.

INFORMATION ON EACH POSITION 

Storekeeper (23 Positions; 14 Bo district & 9 Bombali District): the seasonal Storekeeper will work to ensure timely and high-quality inventory management at the operation site level. Basic requirements for this position include the following:

• Minimum of Diploma in purchasing and supply or another relevant field.
• Work experience in inventory control and warehouse/store management is preferred.
• Possess Basic Knowledge of MS Excel.
• Must be knowledgeable about the safe handling of insecticides and adherence to basic environmental compliance guidelines.
• Has basic numeracy level, record keeping, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with little or no supervision.
• Good English language writing, reading, and speaking skills.
• Being a resident of the assigned operation site is an added advantage.
• Female Storekeepers MUST not be pregnant or lactating mothers during the spray campaign.
• Must be both physically and medically fit with no history of chronic respiratory infection or allergic to insecticides.
• Period: March to May 2023

 

 

HOW TO APPLY

The application file should include the following documents:

• An application letter addressed to the Chief of Party (COP) PMI VectorLink Project Sierra Leone specifying position and preferred district and operational site. See table below.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of education certificate
• A copy of Valid ID Card

Interested candidates can submit their applications via

abtassociates.sl.recruit@gmail.com

or drop in the application box at the Bo and Bombali IRS District Coordinators’ Offices in Bo and Makeni.

Bo Address: Environmental Health Office (Sanitary), Opposite Bo Central Police

Makeni Address: NTDS/ONCHO Office, Masuba, Makeni.

The deadline for submission of application is 5pm Friday, 13th January 2023. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

FEMALES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR ALL POSITIONS

Bo District			Bombali District
Operational Site	Chiefdom		Operational Site	Chiefdom
Bumpe Town	Bumpe		Binkolo	Safroko Limba
Dambala	Niawa Lenga		Kagbere	Magbaimba  Ndowahun
	Selenga			Kamaranka
Koribondo	Bongor		Kalangba	Gbendembu
	Jaiama			N’gowahun
	Wonde		Kamabai	Biriwa Limba
Jimmi	Bargbo		Makarie	Makarie
Jembe	Badjia			Gbanti
	Baoma		Mara	Mara
Gerihun	Baoma		Pate Bana	Bombali Shebora
Fengehun	Kakua		Yali Sanda	Paki Massabong
Gbaiima Songa	Gbo		Rokontha	Bombali Sierray
	Kakua			Bombali Shebora
Ngalu	Bagbwe
	Komboya
Serabu	Bumpe
Sumbuya	Lugbu
Mongere	Valunia
Tikonko	Tikonko
Gondama	Tikonko

 

Action Against Hunger is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Program Manager (x3)
2.) Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Head of Project (x3)

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

 

1.) Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Program Manager (x3)

 

Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Program Manager

 (National Status)

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

ABOUT US

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

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

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as Food Security and Livelihoods Program Manager to oversee/monitor the overall implementation of the project in Moyamba District  consistent with standards set by Action Against Hunger and national policies

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead the implementation of the project activities related to climate change adaptation and mitigation in the target communities. 

Activities:

• Organizing and supervising project activities taking into account the project narrative, the logical framework, the budget, and the logistical and administrative processes of Action Against Hunger
• Organizing kick-off meeting at District level involving key stakeholders including project staff, partners, community leaders and a cross section of beneficiaries
• Refining the implementation plan in consultation with project staff and the partners, as well as roles and responsibilities of each partner during implementation.
• Implementing and supervising project activities, in coordination with the partner. Activities encompass:
• Organizing regular project progress review with the partners, on the progress, lessons learned, and the plan for the next period.
• Organizing, planning and supervising monitoring activities
• Ensuring procurement plan is developed and updated
• Reviewing the monthly Budget Follow-Up (BFU) produced by finance, take part in the monthly budgetary monitoring exercise, produce budgetary plan and forecasts
• Preparing project progress reports and ensure their timely provision and compliance with Action Against Hunger and donor requirements (internal and external reports – Activity progress reports, Project Interim and final Narrative reports)
• Implementing technical recommendations concerning the project (from Head of Department, Technical Advisor at Headquarter, partners, evaluators)
• Ensuring visibility and communication in accordance with donor rules
• Ensuring that donor rules and procedures are understood and respected by Action Against Hunger team and partners.

Manage the project staff, beneficiaries and capacity development

Activities:

• Supporting the recruitment of the projects staff (in liaison with Human Resources department, FSL HOD, Field Coordinator and partners)
• Training the project staff (including partners’ staff) on the expected roles, project scope and process of implementation
• Ensuring members of staff have clear individual work plan, plan of action and clear roles and responsibilities
• Ensuring timely and supportive supervision to the staff
• Work with HR on the staff management process- performance management and appraisal
• Liaising with Field coordinator and logistics for staff safety while in the field
• Ensuring timely provision of progress update by each staff, and provide timely feedback
• Providing technical support to the project staff and develop project staff skills
• Liaising with the Partners’ staff for timely implementation and completion of activities under his scope
• Leading the development of training materials and training of beneficiaries on Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation, Sustainable Land Management (SLM, analysis and production of weather information for smallholder farmers, and other related trainings as necessary.

Part Participate  in the coordination, representation and partnerships of Action Against Hunger in /hi/her area of intervention

Activities:

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• • Coordination of activities with other sectors and departments of Action Against Hunger in order to ensure rational use of resources and optimum integration
  • Participation in visits by funding bodies whenever requested
  • Representing Action Against Hunger and ensuring coordination with partners, authorities, agencies of the United Nations and NGOs in his/her sector, in collaboration with the Field Coordinator
  • Ensure participation of the district level coordination
  • In liaison with the FSL HOD, ensure project information sharing with the Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Environment, Environmental Protection Agency, SLARI and SL Met at national level, organize visits for key national team to participate in key project events etc
• Organization of workshops at district and national level for evidence sharing with stakeholders

Contributing to capitalization and technical development in his/her project and sector

Activities:

• Documenting the lessons learned, provide analysis of the enabling factors of success and contribute to Action Against Hunger learning platform (newsletter, best practices etc).
• Dissemination of the technical and operational expertise acquired in the course of the project.
• Contributing to the transmission of data from the ground to better to inform Action Against Hunger communications.
• Compile all documents dealing with the essential techniques and methodologies involved in the project (including the list of beneficiaries and distribution etc.) for capitalization and audit purposes
• Write a handover report at the end of the mission.
• Ensure that the Field Coordinator and the FSL HoD are supplied with essential documents for archiving in digital form during their tenure and while exiting their position (if applicable).
• Ensure that all project photographs are shared with the communications department at debriefing sessions and saved on NAS.

Contribute to definition of strategy, needs identification and the positioning of the FSL Department

Activities:

• Upon request, contribution to the analysis of the situation with respect to FSL and in the context of climate change in the target area
• Identify needs in his/her area of activity
• Become familiar with Action Against Hunger strategy
• Take part in the strategic review of the mission and contribute to FSL strategy definition
• Identify the presence and the strategic orientations of other partners in the field with a view to improving coordination and effective working.
• Upon request, participating to the definition of possible future projects especially those related to climate change adaptation and mitigation.
• Gender Action

• • To ensure that all data is sex and age disaggregated throughout the project cycle from assessment and implementation, to monitoring and evaluation.
  • To ensure that different needs, capacities and vulnerabilities of women, men, girls and boys are understood and acted upon in all supported communities.
  • Demonstrate experience and/or personal commitment to promoting gender equality within the ACF work environment
  • Ensures that project activities are carried out with cultural sensitivity, promotes gender equality and inclusion of marginalised groups;
  • Works with field teams to ensure access and participation of women, men, girls and boys at risk to Action Against Hunger’s response, recovery and rehabilitation work
  • Conducts Gender leadership trainings for project staff, community leaders and target communities, beneficiaries;
  • Takes lead in the development of gender mainstreaming work plans in the implementation of all project activities in collaboration and coordination with other sectors;
  • Ensure integrating gender into MEAL processes in operation areas; setting of specific indicators for process monitoring and follow up that, advising team in getting gender specific information through spot monitoring and Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) process,
  • Initiates innovative documentation process to capture learning and changes, support team to get sex, age and gender disaggregating data.
  • Supports local stakeholders in organizing and carrying out advocacy and campaign for greater gender equality and equity in social protection programmes.
  • Engages with State and local Women’s rights organizations and mobilize collective voice around gender discrimination in the post conflict setting.
  • Conduct capacity assessments and facilitate capacity building for the project teams to enhance their motivation and effective implementation of gender strategies.
  • Ensures identification and satisfaction of training needs for the project staff on relevant standards and instruments for gender equality.
  • Designs and implements demand-driven programme approaches and methodologies aiming towards capacity building, working in partnerships, policy analysis and advocacy.
  • Develops and facilitates capacity building programs on gender sensitivity and gender mainstreaming, as well as gender issues pertaining to gender advocacy.
  • Designs and documents training modules and capacity building processes.
  • In collaboration with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team leads regular monitoring and evaluation as required to ensure quality gender programming and adherence to donor’s deliverables and program management policies
• Others

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least Bachelor’s degree related to Agriculture, or Climate Science, or Rural Development or related.
• At least two years of experience in managing agricultural projects and/or climate change projects
• Experience in international NGO’s is advantageous.
• Degree or Diploma in relevant field: Agronomy, Rural development or  relevant  field
• At least 2-3 years of experience in the same field.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Good team management skills
• Good capacity for multi-partners coordination
• Good relational qualities and diplomacy
• Good communication and representation skills
• Organizational qualities
• Good knowledge of English (read, written, spoken)
• Computer literate in Word, Excel and Outlook and Microsoft office package

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: February 2023

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

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

HOW TO APPLY:

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

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 15th January 2023. 

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

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

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

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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2.) Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Head of Project (x3)

 

Food Security and Livelihoods (FSL) Head of Project

 (National Status)

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS

ABOUT US

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

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

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as Food Security and Livelihoods Head of Project (FSL HoP), to organize, implement, supervise and monitor the project activities in the field in collaboration and coordination with the partners

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Organize, implement, supervise and monitor the project activities:

• Contribute to prepare the work plans to implement the project activities in collaboration and coordination with the project partners;
• Support the implementation of the activities at community level;
• Supervise and monitor the implementation of the activities conducted by the partners;
• Sensitize the stakeholders at the chiefdom and community level on project activities;
• Establish good communication with the communities and beneficiaries;
• Mobilize/organize the beneficiaries;
• Coordinate with the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF) field officers and link them with the beneficiaries;
• Monitor, supervise, evaluate and follow-up the project activities;
• Prepare reports of the activities and give to the line manager;
• Input and up-date the project data;
• Prepare necessary material for the project activities/monitoring;
• Organize and training sessions with the staff and beneficiaries;
• Keep the line manager informed of the activities, problems and success;
• Propose possible improvements;
• Prepare the pre-survey work, and organize the surveys;
• Follow-up and report the beneficiaries’ feedback;
• Intervene in case of dispute;
• Collect information on food security in the area.

 

Coordinate and collaborate with the partners’ team:

Activities:

• Coordinate and collaborate the partner’s field staff;
• Develop plan of action in collaboration with partners’ field staff
• Have a daily field presence in the project area;
• Plan, organize and supervise the field work in collaboration and coordination with the partner’s team field;
• Train, support and supervise the partners’ team;
• Conduct periodic appraisals

Ensure local ACF representation, and ensure internal and external coordination within the intervention area

Activities:

• Support the Project Manager in coordinating ACF’s action with the project partners and other stakeholders working in the intervention area.
• Ensure communication between the ACF and the partner field team;
• Represent ACF in external meetings or events as delegated by the PM or in his/her absence.
• Upon request of the PM participate in internal and external coordination meetings (ensure minutes of meetings when necessary);
• Ensure the reporting to authorities or external partners when necessary.
• Propose new project directions

Gender Action

• To ensure that all data is sex and age disaggregated throughout the project cycle from assessment and implementation, to monitoring and evaluation.
• All beneficiary feedback and complaint mechanisms are gender and age sensitive.
• To ensure that different needs, capacities and vulnerabilities of women, men, girls and boys are understood and acted upon in all ACF supported communities.
• Demonstrate experience and/or personal commitment to promoting gender equality within the ACF work  environment
• Ensures that project activities are carried out with cultural sensitivity, promotes gender equality and inclusion of marginalised groups;
• Works with field teams to ensure access and participation of women, men, girls and boys at risk to Action Against Hunger’s response, recovery and rehabilitation work
• Takes lead in the development of gender mainstreaming work plans in the implementation of all project activities in collaboration and coordination with other sectors;
• Contribute to integrate gender into MEAL processes in operation areas; setting of specific indicators for process monitoring and follow up that, advising team in getting gender specific information through spot monitoring and Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) process,
• Initiates innovative documentation process to capture learning and changes, support team to get sex, age and gender disaggregating data.
• Conduct capacity assessments and facilitate capacity building for the project teams to enhance their motivation and effective implementation of gender strategies.
• Ensures identification and satisfaction of training needs for the project staff on relevant standards and instruments for gender equality.
• Develops and facilitates capacity-building programs on gender sensitivity and gender mainstreaming, as well as gender issues pertaining to gender advocacy.
• Designs and documents training modules and capacity building processes.
• In collaboration with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team leads regular monitoring and evaluation as required to ensure quality gender programming and adherence to donor’s deliverables and program management policies

Others

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

QUALIFICATION

• Diploma in Agriculture or related fields, and professional experience in equivalent position

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Good organizational capacity and planning of activities
• Strong knowledge and experience of agricultural techniques
• Capacities to plan, monitor and report on project activities at field level
• Knowledge of community participation/empowerment approaches
• Basic computer knowledge
• Good knowledge of the local languages and culture (Moyamba District)
• Possession of Motor-bike driving licence
• Previous employment in Action Against Hunger will be an added advantage

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE: February 2023

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

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

HOW TO APPLY:

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

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

Deadline for the receipt of applications is 15th January 2023. 

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

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

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

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

Department: Programme Unit

Duty Stations: Bonthe, Pujehun, Kambia & Karene

Position Title: Monitoring Assistants (x4)

Contract Type: Service Contract

Post Grade: SC5




ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The impact of COVID19 has triggered a sharp increase in pre-existing food insecurity and vulnerability among the population. An estimated 6.1 million people in the population is currently food insecure. There are significant economic gaps, inequities and disparities among communities and various components of the population in rural and urban areas; the poorest segments of the population reside in deplorable conditions. Economic activities including businesses, remittances, employment, and revenues at both national and household level have declined due to the impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak and now the war in Ukraine which is compounding the effects of pre-existing shocks related to the Ebola epidemic in 2014/15 and the reoccurring mudslides. Women and children, particularly those from poor households are worse affected by these compounding stressors to food security.

 

WFP Sierra Leone Country Office is seeking professionals for four Field Monitoring Assistant positions to be based in the following districts of Sierra Leone; Pujehun, Bonthe, Kambia, Karene.

JOB PURPOSE

To perform monitoring activities within a specific coverage area (Districts of Sierra Leone) and provide support to the effective delivery of assistance activities. They will be conducting monitoring visits to WFP activity implementation sites and complete various monitoring surveys on each site at this level work is carried out under minimum supervision.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Selected candidates will report directly to Heads of Sub-Offices in coordination with Programme Policy Officer (VAM&M&E). The reporting lines may change based on changes in organizational structure. They will be expected to follow the monitoring visits plans created by the Head of Sub-Offices in their respected regions and ensure adherence to minimum field monitoring visits requirements within their coverage area.

Monitor the implementation of various assistance activities in close collaboration with partners and the community. Enter all monitoring data collected (General Distribution /School Feeding/Asset Creation and Livelihood, Nutrition activity questionnaires) in the MODA platform using tablets. Document good operational practices and any concerns regarding gender and environmental implications observed on the ground. Arrange for regular meetings with community leaders and cooperating partners on commodity pipeline, distribution arrangements, food entitlements and other relevant issues to support effective communication flow and efficient operations. Liaise with cooperating partners and internal counterparts to gather feedback and comments to support programme reviews and improve services. Provide standard trainings for cooperating partners on WFP operational practices, monitoring tools and methods in order to support them to independently self-monitor and to contribute to the visibility of WFP in the coverage areas. Contribute to missions, market assessments, donor’s missions, rapid need assessments, Food security assessment and nutrition surveys. Report monthly on concerns and comments from beneficiaries and cooperating partners to support identifying programmatic issues. Suggest improvements to field monitoring processes and procedures for efficient implementation of the assistance programmes. Follow set emergency response processes and procedures for emergency food assistance. Perform any other monitoring tasks as needed.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of secondary school education. Preferably university degree in Statistics, Computer Science or other related field is required.

Experience: At least four years of progressively responsible support experience in monitoring and evaluation or other related field.

Language: Fluency (level C) in both oral and written communication in English and the following languages spoken in different districts of Sierra Leone; Mende: Bonthe, Pujehun – Temne: Kambia, Karene

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Helps teammates articulate WFP’s Strategic Objectives. Be a force for positive change: Suggests potential improvements to team’s work processes to supervisor. Make the mission inspiring to our team: Explains the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities to teammates. Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Articulates how own unit’s responsibilities will serve WFP’s mission.

People

Look for ways to strengthen people’s skills: Trains junior teammates on new skills and capabilities. Create an inclusive culture: Seeks opportunities to work with people from different backgrounds. Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Serves as a peer coach for colleagues in same area of work. Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Tracks progress toward goals and shares this information on a regular basis with supervisor.

Performance

Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Explores ways to consistently be more efficient and accurate in own areas of work and shares new methods of work with colleagues. Focus on getting results: Focuses on getting results and tracks trends in completion rates for own tasks to identify opportunities for efficiency. Make commitments and make good on commitments: Takes responsibility for own tasks and notifies supervisor as soon as possible of potential delays in meeting deadlines or commitments. Be Decisive: Independently decides what action to take when faced with critical choices in the workplace or in dangerous situations in the field.

Partnership

Connect and share across WFP units: Suggests opportunities for partnering with other units to supervisor. Build strong external partnerships: Identifies opportunities to work with colleagues and partners in the field towards common goals. Be politically agile & adaptable: Develops an understanding of the value of WFP’s teams and external partners in fulfilling team’s goals and objectives. Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Aligns own activities with supervisor’s priorities to fulfill internal and external partner needs.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES 

Capability Name Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level Strategic Management Displays basic understanding of WFP’s policies and strategies to perform monitoring and/or evaluation activities and their inter-relationship. Performance Management Applies knowledge of WFP’s performance management system to manage resources and relationships to undertake monitoring actions or deliver straightforward evaluations of operations, programmes, or processes to WFP monitoring and/or evaluation quality standards. Qualitative/Quantitative Methodology Understand and applies an appropriate mix of established methods and data collection tools to monitoring, reviews or straightforward evaluations, in line with WFP’s strategic and operational results frameworks (metrics), WFP guidance and technical standards. Data Analytics and Visualization Collects and summarizes programme data, including information on shipments, distribution site logistics, the status of personas in need, and beneficiaries
planned and reached for all programme assistance modalities and activities. Programme Monitoring and Review

APPLY

Concern Worldwide is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Market Access and VSLA Team Leader
2.) Nutrition and Gender Team Leader
3.) Agriculture Team Leader

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Market Access and VSLA Team Leader

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in four areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Western Area Urban and Wester Area Rural.

 

Job Title:	Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader
Reports to:	District Delivery Manager
Direct reports:	Market Access and VSLA Officers
Liaises with:	All project team members and partners in district, but especially the Agriculture Team Leader and Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader; Other project teams in District. Relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC project in Port Loko. Base Manager/Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; Freetown PQ&MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Coordinator. Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
Job Location:	Port Loko or Tonkolili Concern Offices (50% in the field in project sites)
Contract Details:	Fixed Term: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose:	The Market Access and VSLA Team leader will provide day-to-day supportive supervision of the Field Officers to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work. Project specific Coordinating closely with National partner oversee and ensure quality of activities and outcomes for the following ‘strong market systems that work for the poor (access)’ key outputs in your district: Nutrition-sensitive value addition of marketable foods Support in conducting market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive; Based on market assessment promote food processing e.g. milling, drying, smoking, develop new food products (potentially in partnership with private sector) and identify other job opportunities e.g. transporting, packaging along the identified value chains; Profitable marketing of foods and food products Based on market assessment facilitate access of targeted households, inclusive of women and young people to relevant skills training working with existing providers where they exist including project private sector out grower scheme; Based on market assessment facilitate access of targeted households, inclusive of women and young people, to business training preferably by working with existing providers where they exist; Improved access to quality productive assets Based on market assessment, work with private input suppliers on product selection, quality, diversity, affordability; Support sustainable inclusive access to and understanding of market information  for farming households; Give technical guidance and advice to national partner where needed to: facilitating access to finance resources and financial literacy, this includes: Ensure establishment and training and coaching of VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) groups/animators; Test and pilot VSLA for young people.
Main duties & Responsibilities:	Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager Programme Cycle Management: Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of Yoti Yoti Project outcomes under ‘Access’ pillar. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonize approaches and promote sharing and learning; Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team (which are harmonized with partner plans) based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary; Prepare regular narrative reports on project activities and submit to District Delivery Manager. Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget; Ensure all aspects of project activities under their responsibility adhere to programme quality standards and policies (PM&E, accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner; Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected; Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools; Support  the District Delivery Manager to organize and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment –  highlight areas of the adaptation of District context; Participate in the market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive; Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise; Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers; Ensure identification of and documentation of good practices (with PQ&MEAL unit); Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdom, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming; Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day to day project implementation; Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to District Delivery Manager; Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports; People Management: Line manage Concern Market access and VSLA Officers in your district, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract. Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work. Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures; Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs; Ensure that work within the team (s) is planned and organized in a way which will meet the organization’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently. Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Field Officers. Other responsibilities: Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources; Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership; Participate relevant meetings at District level; Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.
Emergency response:	Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are required to actively participate in the response, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
Person specification:	Essential ·        University degree in Agriculture or development or other relevant social sciences ·        Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in project implementation in market access, engage private sectors (knowledge of VSLA added advantage) ·        Minimum 4 year working with INGOs ·        Field experience in community based projects working directly with communities, partners, private sector and government officials. Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements: ·        Strong team leader – Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams of teams; ·        Experience of working with local partners; ·        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing ·        Good budget and financial management skills ·        Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently. ·        Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated ·        Ability to motivate and inspire others ·        Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning ·        Strong analytical skills ·        Excellent supervision skills ·        Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel) ·        Experience in working with district sector offices (such as welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, environment, nutrition, health…), local NGOs and INGOs and private sector ·        Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio; ·        Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).
Emergency response	Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
HIV & AIDS	Concern Sierra Leone is committed to respond to HIV & AIDS and to a supportive working environment for those infected or affected.  Each staff member is required to contribute to achieving this commitment by: Raising awareness and being updated on HIV & AIDS issues. Protecting him/herself and colleagues. Sharing information with colleagues and avoiding stigma and discrimination.
Gender Equality	Concern Worldwide in Sierra Leone recognizes that the establishment of equality of opportunity between men and women is fundamental to both the achievement of fairness and to poverty elimination. Therefore, each staff member of Concern is expected to be sensitive to equality issues in their relationships with colleagues and in their work and to participate in implementation of gender mainstreaming plans, both at the workplace and in programmes.
SAFEGUARDING AWARENESS Concern has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Programme Participant Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the maximum protection of programme participants from exploitation and to clarify the responsibilities of Concern staff, consultants, visitors to the programme and partner organization, and the standards of behaviour expected of them.  In this context staff have a responsibility to the organization to strive for, and maintain, the highest standards in the day-to-day conduct in their workplace in accordance with Concern’s core values and mission. Any candidate offered a job with Concern Worldwide will be expected to sign the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment.   By signing the Programme Participant Protection Policy and the Concern Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both the Concern Staff Code of Conduct and the Programme Participant Protection Policy and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

• An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
• Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.
• Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
• A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
• Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to

info.sl@concern.net

OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is on the Friday 6^th January 2023 @ 17.00hours

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email:

employmentdesk71@gmail.com

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

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2.) Nutrition and Gender Team Leader

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in four areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Western Area Urban and Wester Area Rural.

 

On  this note, Concern would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the under mentioned roles:

 

Job Title:	Nutrition and Gender Team Leader
Project	Food Security Through Equitable and Climate Smart Food Systems(Yoti Yoti)
Reports to:	District Delivery Manager
Direct reports:	Nutrition and Gender Officers
Liaises with:	§  All project team members and partners in district, but especially the Agriculture Team Leader and Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader; Other project teams in District. Relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC project in Port Loko. §  Base Manager/Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; Freetown PQ&MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Coordinator. §  Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
Job Location:	Port Loko or Tonkolili Concern Office (at least 50% in the field in project sites)
Contract Details:	Fixed Term: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose:	The Nutrition and Gender Team Leader will provide day-to-day supportive supervision of the Field Officers in their team – to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work. Project specific; Oversee and ensure quality of activities and outcomes for the following ‘Stable consumption of an adequate and affordable diet by all (utilization)’ key outputs in your district Enhance nutrition behaviours Support the assessment of nutrition relevant practices and barriers to adoption of promoted nutrition behaviours; Support interventions that target all groups at household and community level with behaviour change activities based on above assessment (e.g. participatory message creation and roll out through community structures/media, home gardens, cooking demos, adapting and roll out of LANN 1 (getting to know your food) 2 (Mothers & Children) 3 (WASH), strengthening mother and fathers groups); Increased agency of women and young people to reduce the nutrition equity gap With Equality and Gender Advisor build capacity of Concern and partner staff on gender transformative approaches and other excluded groups. Introduce, re-activate, scale-up gender and equity transformative activities including Community Conversations and Living Peace. § Support in mainstreaming gender and equality activities across all activities.
Main duties & Responsibilities:	Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager Programme Cycle Management: Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of Yoti Yoti Project outcomes under ‘Utilization’ pillar. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonize approaches and promote sharing and learning; Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary; Prepare regular narrative reports on project activities and submit to District Delivery Manager. Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget; Ensure all aspects of project activities under their responsibility adhere to programme quality standards and policies (PM&E, accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner; Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected; Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools; Support  the District Delivery Manager to organize and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment –  highlight areas of the adaptation of District context; Participate in the market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive; Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise; Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers; Ensure identification of and documentation of good practices (with PQ&MEAL unit); Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdom, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming; Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day to day project implementation; Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to District Delivery Manager; Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports; People Management: Line manage Nutrition and Gender Officers in your district, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract. Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work. Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures; Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs; Ensure that work within the team (s) is planned and organized in a way which will meet the organization’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently. Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Field Officers. Other responsibilities: Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources; Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership; Participate relevant meetings at District level; Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.
Emergency response	Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
Person specification:	Essential University degree in relevant area (gender, community development, human rights, social studies, nutrition and dietetics or accepted equivalent professional experience; Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in project implementation ideally integrated nutrition projects and/or gender empowerment and transformation; Minimum 4 year working with INGOs; Field experience in community based projects working directly with communities, partners and government officials; Strengths in community mobilization, fostering multi-stakeholder networks and platforms and knowledge of participatory approaches. Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements: Strong team leader – Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams of teams; Experience of working with local partners; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing; Good budget and financial management skills; Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently; Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated; Ability to motivate and inspire others; Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning; Strong analytical skills; Excellent supervision skills; Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel); Experience in working with district sector offices (such as gender WASH, Nutrition, health…), local NGOs and INGOs; Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio; Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply with:

• An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria
• Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.  
• Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate.
• A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic)
• Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate

 

Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses.

You can send through email to

info.sl@concern.net

OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations

 

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown

HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili.

HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko 

 

Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above

(by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).

 

Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is on the Friday 6th January 2023 @ 17.00hours

 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email:

employmentdesk71@gmail.com 

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

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3.) Agriculture Team Leader

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organisation dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working towards the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Concern Worldwide integrated programming approach aims to tackle all dimensions of poverty, focusing on the overlapping areas of health, education and livelihoods while maintaining our response to emergencies. Concern fully integrates equality in all its work, with emphasis on a gender transformative approach. Concern Worldwide has been operational in Sierra Leone since 1996. Programme implementation is based in four areas, namely Tonkolili District, Port Loko District and Western Area Urban and Wester Area Rural.

 

On  this note, Concern would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants for the under mentioned roles:

 

Job Title:	Agriculture Team Leader
Project	Food Security Through Equitable and Climate Smart Food Systems(Yoti Yoti)
Reports to:	District Delivery Manager
Direct reports:	Agriculture Officers
Liaises with:	All project team members and partners in district, but especially the Nutrition and Gender Team Leader and Market Access and VSLA (Village Saving and Loan Associations) Team Leader; Other project teams in District. Relevant counterparts in LANN-NSC project in Port Loko. Base Manager/Area Coordinator; District & Freetown finance, system and HR staff; Freetown PQ&MEAL Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Equality and Gender Advisor, Advocacy and Communications Manager, Accountability Supervisor and Partnership Manager, Livelihoods Coordinator. Relevant Community, Chiefdom and District stakeholders from Ministries and District Council as well as Private sector actors.
Job Location:	Port Loko or Tonkolili Concern Offices (50% in the field in project sites)
Contract Details:	Fixed term: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Job Purpose:	The Agriculture Team Leader will provide day-to-day supportive supervision of the Field Officers in their team – to ensure that project activities are being carried out as per the agreed work plan. S/He will ensure that agreed targets are on track to be met fully and with high quality. S/He will ensure that staff are present in their assigned field locations and will monitor the delivery and completion of their work. Project specific: Coordinating closely with the National partner oversee and ensure quality of activities and outcomes for the following ‘Increased inclusive climate smart food production (availability)’ key outputs in your district: Better and more inclusive community management of natural resources: Roll out of the LANN module 4 (Agriculture & NRM). Facilitating re-wilding for some communities through private sector partner or other projects. Give technical guidance and advice to national partner where needed to: Through participatory approaches support the community to analyze their environment and identify local land/forests/water sources for protection. Support establishment and strengthening of community-level natural resource management (NRM) committees. Linking them to Chiefdom/District-level structures to establish and enforce operational by-laws and increase ha’s of protected land/forests under their oversight. Enhance women’s and young people’s community acceptance, representation and ability to influence decision-making in NRM committees. Adoption of inclusive climate smart food production practices Support the assessment of agricultural practices (crops, livestock, and fisheries) and barriers to adoption of climate smart food production. Facilitate access to and control over resources (land, labour, assets, inputs and capital) for smallholder farming households, particularly female and young farmers to engage in production in identified value chains. Strengthen access to effective agriculture extension and animal health services. Promote climate smart best practices that increase and diversify sustainable (and profitable) agricultural production and post-harvest management in identified value chains. Support the design, piloting & documenting ideas for young people to engage in production.
Main duties & Responsibilities:	Specific Roles and Responsibilities – Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager Programme Cycle Management: Oversee, manage and ensure quality implementation of activities and achievement of Yoti Yoti Project outcomes under ‘availability’ pillar. Coordinating with counterparts in project partners to harmonise approaches and promote sharing and learning; Develop monthly and weekly work plans with their team (which are harmonized with partner plans) based on the overall project work plan and timeframe, and monitor progress against these plans recommending actions to rearrange plans where necessary; Prepare regular narrative reports on project activities and submit to District Delivery Manager. Ensure all expenditure is authorized and spent in accordance with Concern’s internal procedures and in line with project budget; Ensure all aspects of project activities under their responsibility adhere to programme quality standards and policies (PM&E, accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner; Ensure that the project activities under their responsibility are accurately reflected in the integrated MEAL system, identifying activities to be monitored and data to be collected; Participate in project community entry meetings and identification of vulnerable households using PRA tools; Support  the District Delivery Manager to organize and implement the project baseline study and needs assessment –  highlight areas of the adaptation of District context; Participate in the market assessment and value chain analysis that are gender and young people sensitive; Contribute to the designing and delivery of training models, learning processes, resources, materials and workshops in your technical area of expertise; Participate as active participant in relevant project training of trainers; Ensure identification of and documentation of good practices (with PQ&MEAL unit); Build and maintain effective professional relationships with community leaders, Chiefdom, District stakeholders, project animators and implementing partners to aid successful programming; Participate in project planning and review meetings with staff, partners and stakeholders and ensure that key recommendations and learning are incorporated into day to day project implementation; Submit weekly work plans aligned with the overall programme implementation plan and monthly reports to District Delivery Manager; Contribute to the development of monthly, quarterly and annual reports; People Management: Line manage Agriculture Officers in your district, contributing to their capacity building and career development through technical support and on-the-job training and coaching, including a thorough induction at the start of their contract. Ensure that all team positions have accurate job descriptions and that each member of the team fully understands deliverables, which are expected of them, by setting SMART objectives, and that they are aware of the success criteria relating to their work. Ensure that all staff are aware of and comply with all of Concern’s Policies and Procedures; Monitor and review performance of your direct reports and hold them accountable for executing their job as per the agreed job description and performance objectives; give corrective feedback where required and take decisive action in the case of poor performance; conducting regular Performance Development Reviews; setting and identifying areas of staff development needs; Ensure that work within the team (s) is planned and organized in a way which will meet the organization’s needs in the most cost effective manner possible; ensuring that team members are given appropriate workloads and are working efficiently. Routinely observe and monitor the co-facilitation of field activities to ensure they are carried out to the highest quality, providing critical and constructive feedback to Field Officers. Other responsibilities: Promote full accountability and staff, compliance with Concern’s Code of Conduct & Associated Policies, including promotion of Concern’s Complaints & Response Mechanism (CRM), to ensure maximum protection of programme participants and the efficient and transparent use of Concern’s resources; Under the supervision of the District Delivery Manager, ensure the mainstreaming of cross cutting themes by field officers in all activities: Gender and Equality; Environment and climate adaption, Protection, DRR and Partnership. Participate relevant meetings at District level; Complete any reasonable task requested by the Line Manager.
Emergency response	Concern is committed to responding to emergencies efficiently and effectively in order to help affected people meet their basic needs, alleviate suffering and maintain their dignity. To this end, when emergencies strike and Sierra Leone Programme is to respond, all staff are expected to be willing to actively participate in emergency responses, regardless of location and contribute to the efforts aimed at achieving the humanitarian objective of the organization.
Person specification:	Essential ·        University degree in Agriculture or development or other relevant social sciences; ·        Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in project implementation in livelihoods, climate smart / nutrient sensitive agriculture and/or NRM); ·        Minimum 4 year working with INGOs; ·        Field experience in community based projects working directly with communities, partners and government officials. Special Skills, Aptitude or Personality Requirements: ·        Strong team leader – Demonstrated experience in line management and building cohesive high performing teams of teams; ·        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including report writing; ·        Good budget and financial management skills; ·        Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; ability to work both as part of a team & independently; ·        Enthusiastic, energetic and motivated; ·        Ability to motivate and inspire others; ·        Ability to work as part of a team for shared results and learning; ·        Strong analytical skills; ·        Excellent supervision skills; ·        Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel); ·        Experience in working with district sector offices (such as welfare, gender and equality, agriculture, environment, nutrition, health…), local NGOs and INGOs; ·        Strong spoken skills in Temne and Krio; ·        Valid motorbike license and ability to ride (desirable).
HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates should apply with: An application letter clearly justifying how you meet the selection criteria Recent Curriculum Vitae including names and full contact addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer.   Candidates must state the position of each referee and his/her relationship to the candidate. A copy of a valid labour card must be attached to ALL applications (written or electronic) Police Clearance will be required from the successful candidate   Applications should be sent either through email or by hard copy to the following addresses. You can send through email to info.sl@concern.net OR deliver in Hard copy to the below locations   HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 20 Old Railway Line – Signal Hill, Freetown HR Department, Concern Worldwide, 2B Shamel Street, Magburaka, Tonkolili. HR Department, 25 Upper Kamara Lane, Back of EDSA substation, Port Loko    Please mark your application as per the references stated in position above (by email please put the reference in the SUBJECT heading).   Closing date for receipt of applications for the above vacancy is on the Friday 6th January 2023 @ 17.00hours   Only short listed candidates will be contacted. PLEASE NOTE THAT A COPY OF THE APPLICATION LETTER (written or typed) MUST BE SENT TO THE NGO DESK OFFICER, MINISTRY OF LABOUR, NEW ENGLAND OR EMAILED TO Email: employmentdesk71@gmail.com    “FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”

 

CARE is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) CHIEF OF PARTY
2.) DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

 

1.) CHIEF OF PARTY

CARE seeks a Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. The anticipated goals of the activity are to improve quality Family Planning and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent health (FP/RMNCAH), and malaria services; and increase adoption of selected key optimal behaviors to improve health in selected districts in Sierra Leone. This activity is expected to be a five-year program in the $25 million to $50 million range. This position is subject to project award and funding. National and international candidates are encouraged to apply. The position will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The Chief of Party is accountable for the overall vision and leadership of the project and is responsible for delivering results. The successful candidate should possess significant senior experience managing program, financial, and operations of USAID or other international donor-funded projects.




Primary Responsibilities

• Provide strategic guidance to consortium partners responsible for implementing various project components
• Provide leadership to technical experts and bring dynamic leadership for effective implementation to achieve desired outcomes
• Act as the main focal point for USAID and government stakeholders at national level
• Ensure current global and donor technical standards and approaches are embedded and implemented in all aspects throughout the project cycle management
• Develop, track and adapt project workplans in consultation with consortium members
• Oversee financial management as per USAID and CARE policies Ensure program activities are implemented on schedule and within the approved budget Ensure that CARE’s PSHEA and Safety & security policies and procedures are applied to all program and staff operations
• Promote a culture of reflective learning and adaptation across the broad spectrum of partnerships and project teams
• Develop, supervise and manage a diverse group of experts and program staff With staff and partners, translate project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and plans.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation and submission of all project reports and deliverables as specified in the agreement. Represent the project at high-level meetings, conferences, and other fora.
• Motivate teams to deliver results by establishing a strong team dynamic, open communications, and leading by example.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in internal operations, management, and program implementation.
• Monitor the progress and pace of project implementation, ensuring that the potential of the program is fully realized through the promotion of high-quality work and internal control;
• Identify problems and risks associated with the timely implementation of activities and suggest appropriate adjustments to activities.

Required Skills

• University degree and at least ten (10) years of relevant experience in leading programs focused on FP/RMNCAH, malaria and/or health systems strengthening. Previous Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, or equivalent senior management experience required. Graduate degree preferred.
• Proven exceptional leadership in the design, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of similar-sized international donor-supported programs, with skills in strategic planning and thinking, management, supervision and budgeting, and experience managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions.
• Demonstrated skills building and maintaining relationships with host governments, donors, stakeholders, local organizations, and partners.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Experience in developing a project vision, aligning key stakeholders with that vision and ensuring that vision is translated into achievable strategies.
• Experience recruiting, developing, and leading multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, managing complex programs and ensuring project staff meet the highest standards for quality, relevance and on-time delivery.
• Experience managing required programmatic and financial reporting requirements. Experience with M&E is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender equity.
• Demonstrated skills in adapting project team and scope to the rapid evolution of the context.
• Fluency in English required.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.

There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us at legal@care.org.We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.

• Position Description CHIEF OF PARTY, SIERRA LEONE
• Department SIERRA LEONE
• Work Location Sierra Leone – Freetown
• Employee Duration : Active Full-Time

There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran . If you’d like more information about your

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2.) DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY

CARE seeks a Deputy Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. The anticipated goals of the activity are to improve quality Family Planning and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent health (FP/RMNCAH), and malaria services; and increase adoption of selected key optimal behaviors to improve health in selected districts in Sierra Leone. This activity is expected to be a five-year program in the $25 million to $50 million range. This position is subject to project award and funding. National and international candidates are encouraged to apply. The position will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The Deputy Chief of Party is accountable for the overall vision and leadership of the project and is responsible for delivering results. The successful candidate should possess significant senior experience managing program, financial, and operations of USAID or other international donor-funded projects.Primary Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the COP provide leadership, management oversight, and technical direction for the program, ensuring an integrated vision across components and actors, with a focus on achieving the results.
• Oversee all aspects of project implementation, including program quality, evidence generation, and management of direct reports.
• Oversee the coordinated planning (of activities and resources) and implementation of the program and program operations in line with state-of-the art strategies, technical standards, and applicable USAID rules and regulations.
• In collaboration with the Chief of Party, ensure the adequacy of planning, monitoring and reporting and competence for the effective scale up of program interventions to meet established programmatic and financial targets and timeframes.
• Supervise and monitor activity implementation and ensure activities meet stated goals on time with high quality and reporting requirements.
• Ensure that all deliverables and targets are met with high quality within the scope of the fund and defined time.
• Identify learnings, issues, challenges, and risks of program implementation time and plan for the alternatives in favor of the target groups.
• Maintain good working relations with donors, Government of Sierra Leone counterparts, Civil Society organizations, academic institutions, and partners.
• Capacity assessment of implementing partner and developing capacity development plan for partners and implement it.
• Perform other related responsibilities as assigned by the Chief of Party (CoP)
• Required Skills:
• University degree or graduate degree in public health, social sciences, or related field.
• 10+ years’ experience in Family Planning, RMNCAH, malaria prevention, health systems strengthening and/or behavior change communications.
• Significant experience managing large-scale, multi-year USG-funded programs. Strong track record of successfully managing USAID-funded programs, preferably including previously serving as a Deputy Chief of Party.
• Demonstrated ability to implement projects with rigorous timelines and deliverables and to track program quality through donor approved monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Experience working and collaborating with diverse sets of stakeholders, such as local NGOs, government officials, donor representatives, local and international staff.
• Ability to respond on short notice and plan and execute several activities at once.
• Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team or independently, and meet deadlines consistently.
• Proven experience hiring, training, and supervising teams of international and local staff.
• Proven leadership, inter-personal and cross-cultural skills, and ability to build and motivate diverse teams.
• Experience engaging with public and private health sector actors in Sierra Leone and contextual knowledge of Sierra Leone health systems strongly preferred.
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us at We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran . If you’d like more information about your
• Position Description CHIEF OF PARTY, SIERRA LEONE
• Department SIERRA LEONE
• Work Location Sierra Leone – Freetown
• Employee Duration : Active Full-Time

There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran .

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Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) M & E Manager – SSEIP 2
2.) Finance Manager
3.) Implementation Lead – SSEIP 2
4.) Girls and Inclusive Education Technical Advisor

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) M & E Manager – SSEIP 2

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2.) Finance Manager

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3.) Implementation Lead – SSEIP 2

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4.) Girls and Inclusive Education Technical Advisor