Requisition ID: req24535

Job Title: Client Responsiveness and Accountability (CRA) Manager

Sector: Program Administration

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Sierra Leone

Job Description

Job Overview:
The Client Responsiveness and Accountability (CRA) Manager reports to the MEL Coordinator. S/he will support in the implementation of Client Responsiveness and Accountability actions under the direct supervision of MEL Coordinator, and will be responsible for day-to-day implementation of the Community Feedback and Response Mechanism, a strategic commitment in IRC Sierra Leone country program for client responsiveness. Main responsibilities are mostly related to accountability of our clients and include administrative handling of feedback and complaints, routine recordkeeping, and communication and coordination. S/he will ensure that feedback mechanisms (both proactive and reactive) are established in consultation with the communities; regularly promoted through different media and other community engagement forums. S/he will ensure clients’ feedback is regularly collected, analyzed, and responded to in timely manner. S/he will also ensure that Community Engagement and Accountability (CEA) reports are regularly generated within the agreed frequency and result areas are presented regularly during project meetings and donor reporting requirements. The position requires the ability to work closely with a multi-sectorial program team and to interact effectively with a wide variety of community members. This position is based in Bo and frequent travel to field.

Major Responsibilities:
Accountability Systems and Procedures:
Update/Review the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Client Responsiveness, Accountability and Feedback Plans together with the MEL Coordinator.
Lead and coordinate processes to collect, review and respond to client feedback regarding IRC implementation projects on Education, Health, and Women & Girls Protection and Empowerment (WGPE).
Develop client responsive accountability framework structure for the Country Program
Develop benchmarks/indicators to monitor CRA across programs
Help in developing assessment tools in collaboration with MEL Coordinator.
Spearhead the development of feedback in contingency plans and emergency preparedness in line with IRC best practices and guidelines for working in emergencies.
Provide extensive capacity building for staff and partners on concept of CRA
Ensure client responsiveness plans are developed and well-coordinated with project staff.
Help in design and development of information, education and communication materials for client feedback mechanisms.
Establish a help desk/information table for the community members to answer clients’ comments/questions.
Coordinate, consolidate and document lessons learned and best practices and share with relevant stakeholders.

Management of client’s feedback and/or complaint
Set up feedback mechanisms in collaboration with the IRC implementing partners to collect and respond to client feedback – both proactive and reactive considering technological advancements and literacy of the target population
Serve as point of contact/ and administer different feedback channels (e.g. hotlines, suggestion boxes, individual interviews).

Inform stakeholders about confidentiality policy, complaint-handling process, and time frames.
Handle routine questions and requests for information.
Conduct regular Focus Group Discussions, support Data collection activities and meetings with different stakeholders to solicit feedback on IRC’s work in support with Monitoring and Evaluation department.
Enter, analyze, and share consolidated client feedback data to senior management to be discussed at SMT meetings for course correction.
Compile and share ideas and methods across the different sectors on how to engage with communities in two-way communication.
Facilitate workshops and discussions with key staff on client engagement and accountability mechanisms.
Update the client feedback registry and classify the complaints and feedback as required.
Monitor the concerns of clients accessing IRC services and highlight the specific needs of men, boys, women, and girls.
Categorize and route stakeholder feedback/complaints to responsible staff according to policies and standard operation procedures.
Throughout the process of intake of complaints/feedback and referrals, ensure applying protection principles for confidentiality of information and safety of beneficiaries.
Provide to beneficiaries’ information on third-party services available in the area.

Complaint Response Mechanism:
Develop and manage Complaint Response Mechanism (CRM)
Provide technical support to partners on implementation of CRM including review of all existing partner CRM
Acknowledge, receive and register feedback/complaints from clients of IRC’s assistance and the community members.
Ensure complaints are correctly and timely lodged into the CRM database and clients are communicated with in a dignified manner regarding their complaints/feedback
Support MEAL Coordinator focal point conduct quarterly survey for Complaints Satisfaction Assessment
Provide CRM Report on a quarterly basis to MEAL Coordinator for dissemination to SMT
Ensure verification of complaints registered & ensure the timely resolution of the complaints & completion of CRM database.
Facilitate communication with complainants about case status and decisions.

Data Management and Reporting
Handle entry, upload, and export of data, using designated software.
Organize paper and electronic records for routine reporting in timely manner.
Ensure confidentiality and privacy of client feedback data management in line with existing IRC policies on data protection.
Submit high quality monthly reports; and compile client engagement and accountability statistics.
Produce monthly and annual reports on CFRM data

Community Awareness and Learning
Coordinate and communicate with other CR team members throughout the country for sharing best practices and challenges.
Provide advice to M&E Coordinator on development of visual materials for dissemination among beneficiaries.
Ensure Feedback Mechanism briefings and information dissemination is provided on routine basis to local field staff as well as community members.
Support the conduct of or facilitate any required training for IRC staff and partners on Client Responsiveness

Others
Implement other activities, related to the objectives of Sierra Leone M&E technical support unit, as assigned by MEL Coordinator.
Support large or complex assessment/evaluation activities as required
Support implementation of rapid needs assessments in the event of emergencies

 

Qualifications

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields such as human rights, international law, social sciences, statistics, or related field.
Minimum of four years’ experience in humanitarian contexts, implementing Community Engagement and Accountability (CEA)/Accountability to Affected Population (AAP) programs.
Advanced English language skills, oral and written.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:
Ability to package and communicate complex topics through written reports and presentations.
Excellent facilitation skills, and strong understanding of how to collect feedback safely and accurately from all members of a community regardless of their age, gender, or other diversity factors.
Ability to handle multiple tasks; proven self-initiative and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred experience & skills:
Expertise in delivering community engagement and accountability mechanisms, as well as capacity to support effective communication with communities.
A strong understanding of accountability and proven ability to build Client Feedback Systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PPT, CommCare, KOBO/ODK, etc.)
Proficient in Data analysis and visualization
Knowledge of CommCare and PowerBi
Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation

Standards of Professional Conduct: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Safeguarding, Harassment-Free Workplace, Fiscal Integrity, Anti-Retaliation, Combating Trafficking in Persons and several others.

Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowance.

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Job Title: Grant Manager

Department: Global Fund – NFM3 Project Unit 

Reports to:        Project Director – Global Fund, NFM3 Project Unit

Country: CRS-Sierra Leone.

Duty Location: CRS Country Office, Freetown with 50% travel to Field Sites

 

Job Summary:

You will help coordinate and contribute to the implementation of the Global Fund NFM3 grant policies and procedures in compliance with CRS’ established accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements to support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. You will efficiently perform accounting services through documenting the Global Fund NFM3 grant financial transactions by compiling, analyzing, and verifying account information, preparing account entries, and delivering financial reporting services throughout the Global Fund NFM3 grant life cycle. To support the coordination to respond to specific requests from partners and GF on grant finances. Serve as a focal point for grant budget development, analysis of the quality of PUDR financial data and other reports. Prepare monthly analysis reports of sub-recipients.  Support training of partner Finance Managers on the financial management of Global Fund grants. Monitor cash disbursement and receipt schedules, alert relevant GF staff of due payments and liquidations and maintain appropriate communication and follow-up to facilitate timeliness of financial resource management and compliance with set deadlines. Prepare monthly financial reports to facilitate timely tracking. Ensure the materialization of finance-related coaching sessions between CRS and SRs. Monitor SR audit reports and monitor actions to be taken for improvement. Provide regular and prompt feedback to SR and partners in grant management.

 

 

Roles and Key Responsibilities:

• Set and monitor sound accounting and financial reporting procedures for Global Fund NFM3 grant sub-recipients and partners following established standards. Ensure setup and maintenance of all data required for processing financial transactions for assigned Global Fund NFM3 grant accounts in the Insight financial accounting package.
• Review and validate supporting documentation before processing financial transactions to ensure all required documents are accurate and complete and authorizations are in place.
• Record financial transactions following appropriate authorizations. Review and analyze various accounts to detect irregularities. Advice on corrective actions and prepare to correct entries and adjustments, as necessary.
• Assess, evaluate, and monitor sub-recipient financial management processes in accordance with policy and strengthen the capacity of the partner in financial accounting and transactions.
• Monitor disbursement/receipt schedules, alert relevant Global Fund NFM3 grant staff of due payments/liquidations and maintain appropriate communication and follow-up to facilitate timeliness of financial resource management and compliance with set deadlines.
• Lead with preparation of  periodic and ad hoc financial reports (Forecast, PU/DR, Pulse Check, Financial Statements for Year-End External Audit) and perform variance analysis to assist Global Fund NFM3 grant staff with decision-making. Assist with budget maintenance for proper management of financial resources.
• Provide information to Global Fund NFM3 grant staff, sub-recipients, and partners on financial accounting policies and procedural compliance issues and deliver training and other capacity-building activities.
• Perform assigned treasury Global Fund NFM3 grant (cash payment/receipt, cash forecast, etc.) duties, as long as segregation of duties is ensured.
• Supervise and build the capacity of the Global Fund Team.

 

 

Basic Qualifications

• B.A. degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, and Business Administration with courses in accounting, or a qualification in accounting (CPA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Minimum of two years experience in a position with similar responsibilities, preferably with an international or local NGO, or a financial/banking institution.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the relevant public donor regulations preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications. Knowledge of Insight financial accounting package or similar financial reporting software preferred.

 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to detect and report inconsistencies
• Conscientious, accurate and thorough with great attention to detail
• Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented
• Ability to work collaboratively

 

Required Languages – List languages required to perform the job

Travel – including the percentage of required travel, if applicable. Could be stated as Must be willing and able to travel up to 50 %.

Supervisory Responsibilities.  

The Grant Manager will supervise the Grant Accountant and Assistant Accountant none, state none)

Key Working Relationships: 

Internal to CRS:  GF Project Director, GF Grants Accountant, CRS Finance Manager, Other GF Project Staff, CRS Regional and HQ Technical Advisors, Compliance Manager, the CP Head of programing

External: Local Fund Agent, External Auditors, Regional Finance Officer, Regional Finance Manager

 

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff) 

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

• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Builds Relationships
• Develops Talent
• Strategic Mindset
• Accountability & Stewardship

 

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

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

 

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

 

To apply for this position please send an -to-date CV and a supporting letter, and canopies of relevant certificates to SL_HR@crs.org. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

The Closing date for the receipt of application packages is 12th July 2022.

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

1.) M&E Coordinator
2.) Senior M&E Officers
3.) M&E Officer
4.) Triage Screener

 

Organization Profile:

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

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

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

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

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) M&E Coordinator

 

Position Overview:

The QEHSSSP project will help to provide additional support to the MoHS as it continues to improve its health services. There is a need to build on past projects, which strengthened disease prevention, service delivery, and pandemic preparedness and response, through an integrated approach at the district level. QEHSSP project will support development of a hub-and-spoke organization design at the district level to deliver health services, particularly for women and children. This innovative approach to improving quality essential health services will be implemented through a public-private partnership (PPP). With support of the World Bank, the GoSL will deploy a partnership between the MoHS and Partners in Health (PIH) to implement the proposed activities.

The principal objective of the M&E Coordinator is to collect and manage high quality data and use the data for the QEHSSSP Project improvement. S/he will be responsible for providing support to the Senior M&E Officer and clinical team in strengthening M&E systems and processes for the Project activities and engagements. S/he will work closely with the senior M&E Officer, Senior M&E Manager, partner staff; representatives from primary stakeholder groups; external consultants and field staff when appropriate. The role of the M&E Coordinator may vary according to location and assignment from the Senior M&E Officer or Manager. S/he might also be given tasks from the SHIS unit to support other data management related tasks but generally involve data entry, data quality assurance, basic data analysis, and presentation of data. The M&E Coordinator may also work closely with clinicians and program staff on their data tracking and reporting responsibilities and should be willing to work in a rural setting.

PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General:

Roles and Responsibilities

1. To Support the implementation of QEHSSSP Project work specifically;

• Perform daily data collection tasks as assigned by Senior M&E Officer or Manager
• Collect and compile data required for monthly reporting
• Participate in data interpretation and presentation to program leads
• Provide mentorship and accompaniment to facility staff

 

2. To strengthen the data management system and processes

• Ensure proper data collection, entry and analysis of project data
• Monitor data collection processes, address any data quality challenges as they arise and provide feedback when required.
• Undertake on the spot data quality checks

 

3. To Work as a team member of Partners in Health QEHSSSP team by;

• Establishing and developing effective working relationships with PIH, Health Facility staff, and community people to         ensure teamwork and integration.
• As a team member, effectively participating in any data quality improvement measures
• Participating in team decision making, planning and joint activities
• Supporting other projects in your area whenever requested to do so

• Adhering to PIH’s program and other policies on physical and financial resources.

 

 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment:

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

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

Completion of secondary education or any post-secondary certification

 

Technical Competencies 

• High School diploma.
• At least two years of monitoring, evaluation and/or research experience, ideally in the global health sector;
• Relevant professional work experience in data management/data analysis using offline tools and paper-based reporting systems;
• Academic or professional experience designing and implementing evaluations and analyzing findings, including demonstrated knowledge of basic statistical concepts;
• Experience in international development or humanitarian work in a multi-cultural environment (desirable);
• Experience in collecting, analyzing and visualizing data, identifying trends, preparing reports, communicating results, and developing data visualization products is desirable;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including extremely strong Microsoft Excel skills;
• Ability to multi-task well and meet deadlines consistently

 

Behavioral Competencies

• Professional – resourceful problem-solver, adapts well to changing priorities and demands, able to work well with ambiguity
• Interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively, active listener, highly collaborative, and provides constructive feedback
• Detail oriented – strong attention to detail and commitment to getting it right, delivering polished, high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight
• Ethical – Demonstrated alignment with and commitment to the health information professionals’ code of ethics; data and information governance policies along with a natural passion for strengthening strategic health information system in Sierra Leone.
• Demonstrated passion for strengthening the health system in Sierra Leone and belief in giving a preferential option to the poor

• Commitment to understanding and advocating for PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty.

 

 

Social Justice:

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

 

 

Method of application:

Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Wednesday 13th July 2022

 

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2.) Senior M&E Officers

 

Position Overview:

The principal objective of the Senior M&E Officer is to help the DMO, DHMT and M&E coordinators that MOHS working in the project districts. The role will be aimed at the providing relevant leadership and guidance in tracking and monitoring progress over time. The duties of the role will include data audits and sanity checks of data collection processes at facility level and supporting the DHMT with its reporting obligations and aggregation at district level.

The role will work closely with the District Advisor (who is the lead in supporting the DMO of that district). This role includes supervision and guidance to the QEHSSSP PHU team in the assigned district throughout the process of data validation, analysis, visualization, and communication of results to lay audiences. Additionally, the senior M&E Officer will be responsible for developing capacity of the rest of QEHSSSP supported facilities’ team and local partners through trainings, mentorship, and coaching on best practices for collecting high quality data, conducting quantitative analyses, and communicating results in formats that are useful to decision-makers.

PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General:

Roles and Responsibilities

1. To Support the implementation of QEHSSSP Project specifically;

• Work with Senior M&E Manager to strengthen overall monitoring and evaluation activities across QEHSSP supported sites, including the design of a strong M&E framework, supporting data utilization for both internal and external use
• Lead the implementation and tracking of the SHIS capacity building strategy in QEHSSP supported districts.
• Provide written feedback to the SHIS Management on data monitoring and evaluation strategies and activities; recommend further improvements and necessary adjustment to the logical frameworks, M&E frameworks, and/or M&E plans; and suggest strategies to Senior M&E Manager for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of SHIS work in QEHSSP supported district by identifying bottlenecks in completing activities and developing plans to minimize or eliminate such bottlenecks
• Report monthly, quarterly, and annual progress on all SHIS activities
• Provide analytic support including analyses of monitoring and other routinely collected data, and support the preparation of reports and monthly dashboard presentation.
• Work to ensure the availability of quality strategic information that is used to make QEHSSSP programs more effective and demonstrate their impact broadly through formal dissemination (abstracts, publications, etc.)
• Represent PIH at relevant meetings at the local and district level
• Assist with scheduling and coordination with partners and clinical staff, preparation of program reports for donors, and other activities.
• Travel to QEHSSSP clinical sites as needed for program activities
• Support the development and lead the management M&E work plans across the PHU sites, and track progress
• Develop training and mentorship tools for the use of the M&E coordinators in the QEHSSSP program
• Support the development of guidelines and protocols, and ensure that best work practices are harmonized across the various sites.
• Perform regular quality of care audits, and share findings with the PHU clinical team
• Work closely with the SHIS and PHU team to identify areas of quality improvement and research.
• Support clinical and operations meetings and other meetings through evidence-based data by developing and presenting data to show trends

 

2. To strengthen the data management system and processes

• Work with the Senior M&E Manager to implement core QEHSSSP indicators, and work with other teams to integrate data for project evaluation and operational research, as well as planning and expansion of programmatic activities
• Participate in the interpretation and utilization of data to improve systems, clinical care and programs implementation.
• Ensures robust data collection in all assigned QEHSSSP PHUs, monitoring of data quality, and the use of data to drive clinical and programmatic decision making and in a timely manner.

 

3. To Work as a team member of Partners in Health QEHSSSP team by;

• Supervising and supporting a team of M&E Coordinators including setting performance objectives, mentoring and coaching them create a cohesive team environment through fostering open communication, provide support to all team members, and instill the PIH values into the M&E team culture
• Lead the management of PHU SHIS team, including training, direct supervision and mentorship of the SHIS PHU staff.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with key counterparts in partner organizations, including government of Sierra Leone, other non-profit organizations, and community leaders

 

 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment:

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

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

Academic qualification

• Diploma required (Bachelor’s degree preferred)

 

Technical Competencies

• At least three years of formal experience in similar discipline
• Proficiency in MS excel, word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with data collection, data quality assessment, and interpretation
• Good organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills

 

Behavioral Competencies

• Professional – resourceful problem-solver, adapts well to changing priorities and demands, able to work well with ambiguity
• Interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively, active listener, highly collaborative, and provides constructive feedback
• Detail oriented – strong attention to detail and commitment to getting it right, delivering polished, high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight
• Ethical – Demonstrated alignment with and commitment to the health information professionals’ code of ethics; data and information governance policies along with a natural passion for strengthening strategic health information system in Sierra Leone.
• Demonstrated passion for strengthening the health system in Sierra Leone and belief in giving a preferential option to the poor

• Commitment to understanding and advocating for PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty.

 

 

Social Justice:

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

 

 

Method of application:

Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Wednesday 13th July 2022

 

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3.) M&E Officer

 

Position Overview:

The principal objective of the M&E Officer is to provide technical and administrative support to M&E processes in Kailahun district within the QEHSSSP project. The M&E Officer will be supporting M&E activities with the clinical team in Kailahun. This position will provide technical support, including training, mentoring, coaching and to ensure compliance with data quality assurance protocols. This position will work closely with the PIH SHIS team, PIH & MoHS Clinical team, DHMT, DPPI and IHPAU in strengthening the M&E system for the project.

The M&E Officer will provide programmatic decision-making and quality improvement support, working closely with the clinical team to enhance data utilization processes. This role will be providing supervision and guidance to the M&E Coordinators in Kailahun to ensure that the data collection and monitoring is of standard quality and meet the required standards.

PIH seeks individuals committed to the mission and values (see PIH Values) of the organization to join the team.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General: 

Roles and Responsibilities

1. To Support the implementation of QEHSSSP Project  specifically;

• Work with clinical team and M&E coordinator in Kailahun to strengthen overall monitoring and evaluation activities across QEHSSP supported sites, including the reviewing M&E framework, supporting data utilization for both internal and external use
• Provide feedback to the SHIS Management on data monitoring and evaluation strategies and activities;
• Report monthly, quarterly, and annual progress on all SHIS activities
• Provide analytic support including analyses of monitoring and other routinely collected data, and support the preparation of reports and monthly dashboard presentation.
• Work to ensure the availability of quality strategic information that is used to make QEHSSSP programs more effective and demonstrate their impact broadly through formal dissemination (abstracts, publications, etc.)
• Represent PIH at relevant meetings at the local and district level
• Assist with scheduling and coordination with partners and clinical staff, preparation of program reports for donors, and other activities.
• Support the development and lead the management M&E work plans across the PHU sites, and track progress
• Develop training and mentorship tools for the use of the M&E coordinators in the QEHSSSP program
• Support the development of guidelines and protocols, and ensure that best work practices are harmonized across the various sites.
• Perform regular quality of care audits, and share findings with the PHU clinical team
• Work closely with the SHIS and PHU team to identify areas of quality improvement and research.
• Support clinical and operations meetings and other meetings through evidence-based data by developing and presenting data to show trends

 

2. To strengthen the data management system and processes

• Work with the Senior M&E Manager to implement and report on core QEHSSSP indicators, and work with other teams to integrate data for project evaluation and operational research, as well as planning and expansion of programmatic activities
• Participate in the interpretation and utilization of data to improve systems and programs
• Ensures robust data collection in all assigned QEHSSSP PHUs, monitoring of data quality, and the use of data to drive clinical and programmatic decision making and in a timely manner.

 

3. To Work as a team member of Partners in Health QEHSSSP team by;

• Supervise and support a team of M&E Coordinators including setting performance objectives, mentoring and coaching them Create a cohesive team environment through fostering open communication, provide support to all team members, and instill the PIH values into the M&E team culture
• Lead the management of PHU SHIS team, including training, direct supervision and mentorship of the SHIS PHU staff.

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with key counterparts in partner organizations, including government of Sierra Leone, other non-profit organizations, and community leaders.

 

 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment:

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

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

Academic qualification

• Diploma required (Bachelor’s degree preferred)

 

Technical Competencies

• At least three years of formal experience in similar discipline
• Proficiency in MS excel, word, and PowerPoint
• Experience with data collection, data quality assessment, and interpretation
• Good organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills

 

Behavioral Competencies

• Professional – resourceful problem-solver, adapts well to changing priorities and demands, able to work well with ambiguity
• Interpersonal skills – able to communicate effectively, active listener, highly collaborative, and provides constructive feedback
• Detail oriented – strong attention to detail and commitment to getting it right, delivering polished, high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight
• Ethical – Demonstrated alignment with and commitment to the health information professionals’ code of ethics; data and information governance policies along with a natural passion for strengthening strategic health information system in Sierra Leone.
• Demonstrated passion for strengthening the health system in Sierra Leone and belief in giving a preferential option to the poor

• Commitment to understanding and advocating for PIH’s mission, strategy and approach to addressing health issues in settings of poverty.

 

 

Social Justice:

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

 

Method of application:

Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Wednesday 13th July 2022

 

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4.) Triage Screener

 

Position Overview:

The Triage Screener works directly under the supervision of the Nurse-in-Charge of the Pediatrics Resuscitation Unit to ensure that patients who present to the facility are properly screened and directed to the appropriate destination to receive care. Must prioritize Infection and Control protocols to ensure the safety of both staff and patients. You are expected to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment and have great communication skills.  You will also work collaboratively with other departments, especially the Adult Resuscitation Unit and the Outpatient Department.

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure patients are properly registered on presentation to the department;

• Maintain IPC protocols during the screening process

• Properly screen patients based on the CommCare application

• Collect patient’s demographic information based on the screening tool

• Triage patients under the supervision of a nurse based on the level of acuity of their illness

• Obtain patient’s vital signs to enter into the triage tool

• Ensure patients proceed through triage to the appropriate destination to receive care

• Provide regular updates to patients in the waiting area, waiting to be screened and triage

• Treat patients and colleagues with dignity and respect

 

 

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment:

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

 

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have at a minimum, certificate for Junior Secondary School education (BECE)
• Ability to read and
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Demonstrated ability to interact inter-professionally with all levels of staff
• Display cultural sensitivity
• Commitment to social justice and advocacy for vulnerable populations
• Must not hold dual employment

Must be at least 18 years’ old

 

 

Social Justice:

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

 

Method of application:

Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment.   In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on Thursday 14th July 2022

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INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB ADVERT 

Job Title: Prevention Program Manager 

Duty Station: Freetown 

Reporting to: Country Director and Director of Anti-Trafficking 

WORLD HOPE INTERNATIONAL OBJECTIVE 

World Hope International is a Christian relief and development organization working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice. All employees of WHI should play a pivotal role in achieving this objective and every employee should be clear about how their own contribution can help the organization achieve its objective.

 

JOB SUMMARY 

The role of the Program Manager is to manage two grants from one donor, addressing child trafficking in Sierra Leone. This person will lead a team of people with a kind, compassionate, and professional approach. They will develop relationships within specified communities where WHI is working, including community leaders at the chiefdom and district level, and at the national level. They will liaise regularly with the donor, to communicate about the progress of the project and will closely monitor the budget to ensure that it is spent well. They will be responsible for overseeing activity plans of staff, helping to ensure that activities are done on time and will also write clear donor reports.

 

MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

– Representing WHI with stakeholders with regards to child protection, especially human trafficking

– Referring cases of survivors of human trafficking to appropriate support services: to other WHI staff, other organizations, Ministry of Social Welfare, Gender, and Children’s Affairs, and/or law enforcement

– Compiling regular clear and professional reports, on time

– Regular travel, in rural areas of Sierra Leone will be a requirement of the job

– Liaising closely with the Anti-Trafficking and GBV team of World Hope International

 

 

RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS:

 1. Education 

Degree in Social Work, Gender or associated field, or relevant work experience

 

 2. Job related experience and knowledge 

Program management experience is a requirement.

Experience working with a protection agency is a plus.

Knowledge of child protection issues is required.

Must have a willingness to closely follow child and vulnerable adult protection policy and procedures. Working with vulnerable and exploited communities to alleviate poverty, suffering and injustice. 

 

 3. Time required on job to reach effective performance 

Probation period – Four months

COMPETENCIES

Essential Character:
Compassion

Confidence

Dedication

Personal integrity

Analytical thinking

Proactivity

Result orientation

Thoroughness

Effective communication

Essential Skills:
Information Handling

People management

Managing own time

Planning and Organizing

Problem Solving and Decision making

Training

Team building

Preferred competencies: Conceptual Thinking
Independent Thinking

Development Orientation

Flexibility

WHI CHILD PROTECTION POLICY & STANDARDS 

WHI has zero tolerance of abuse and exploitation. WHI’s Protection Policy and Standards are closely adhered to and enforced. The organization continually examines itself to ensure that everything reasonably possible is done to reduce the risk to sponsored and non-sponsored children and vulnerable adults in WHI projects from any form of abuse or exploitation.

Employees offered a job with WHI are expected to duly sign and follow the Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy & Standards as an appendage to their contract of employment. By signing the Child Protection Policy & Standards and Staff Code of Conduct candidates acknowledge that they have understood the contents of both policies and consent to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these two documents.

Any breach will result in disciplinary action including possible dismissal.

 

All Applicants should attach the following to their applications:

• Recommendation Letters from Referees
• Scan copies of National id card/ Passport/ Driver
• Copies of relevant Certificates

Also, please find attached to this advertisement a Fraud & Integrity Declaration Form which you are to download, complete, and reattach to your application.

Send Applications to the emails below:

To ajalloh@idtlabs.xyz and copy SRLHumanResources@worldhope.org

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Save The Children is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Assets & Warehouse Officer
2.) Climate Change Adaptation Advisor for Senegal and Sierra Leone

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Assets & Warehouse Officer

 

THE ROLE- Assets & Warehouse Officer  

The role will offer asset and warehouse management support to the SCI Sierra Leone CO under the direct supervision of the Logistics Coordinator. He/she will ensure compliance with the organization’s policies and procedures in the implementation of warehousing and asset support both for emergencies and in the development programming context. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that records of all stocks and inventory including drugs and all SCI assets are tracked and controlled efficiently.

 

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS  

• University degree or Diploma in a related area

 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Prior experience in logistics management in the NGO sector and in emergency response/humanitarian environments
• Proven experience in drugs, transport/distribution, warehousing, and stock management.
• Proven experience in organizational Asset Management.

• Ability to plan and organize a substantial workload that includes complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities in both development and emergency contexts
• Willingness and ability to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
• Demonstrated credibility with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels of an organization
• Leadership skills, including the ability to supervise and motivate the team with strong personal value systems
• Cultural awareness, with very good written and spoken communication and interpersonal skills in English.
• Demonstrated credibility with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels of an organization
• Analytical, decision making and strategic planning skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to coach, mentor, delegate appropriately, and provide developmental guidance to supervised staff
• Team-building skills
• Competent level skills in core IT applications, particularly MS Office
• A commitment to the values and principles of SCI
• Experience of exposure to developing countries

• High level of commitment to the principles of development and to the organizational and programmatic goals of Save the Children

 

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge in the relationship with procurement, warehousing and asset management
• Technical experience/training in specific areas of logistics
• TIM operation is a plus for the candidate

CONTRACT LENGTH: 12 Months

Closing Date: 12 July 2022

The Organization

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

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

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

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

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants are advised that

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

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

∙      Candidates should know that Save the Children is no longer using slejobopportunity@savethechildren.org for job advertisements and therefore candidates should apply through the links that will be provided by Careers. sl.

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

 

CLICK ON LINK BELOW TO APPLY:

 APPLY = Assets and Warehouse Officer

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 

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2.) Climate Change Adaptation Advisor for Senegal and Sierra Leone

 

THE ROLE: Climate Change Adaptation Advisor for Senegal and sierra Leone

 

Save the Children is recruiting for Climate Change Adaptation Advisor for Senegal and Sierra Leone that will use their in-depth contextual understanding, technical expertise, and relationship building skills to provide a critical link between the Save the Children’s global and country level technical work on climate change, strengthening our technical offer on climate change in Senegal and Sierra Leone.

The Postholder will contribute to building capacity and fostering networks with climate change actors across the two countries. The role will support national advocacy and influencing on climate change, and contributes to strategic partnerships and technical writing for new business development for climate change adaptation programming. It will provide input into the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems to demonstrate impact, while sharing learning and ensuring quality of our climate change programmes. This role includes a strong focus on internal coordination and external representation. As the role covers both Sierra Leone and Senegal, the candidate must speak and write in both French and English.

Technical areas of particular focus for this role include:

• Community-based, locally led climate change adaptation programming (across health, education and livelihoods sectors)
• A strong focus on resilience building and impacts for children, including graduation approaches;
• Use of analytical tools and climate data to inform climate adaptation programming;
• Shock responsive child sensitive social protection to mitigate climate and other shocks.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master degree in climate change, development studies, environmental science or equivalent experience.

 

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Essential

• At least 5 years’ experience of working internationally in climate change adaptation and resilience building at community level.
• Experience in designing and implementing climate change adaptation programmes within livelihoods and health programs. Experience in anticipatory action is a plus.
• Experience in sourcing and using climate data to inform Programme design.
• Demonstrable understanding and application of gender-equality, disability inclusion and child participation in programming.
• Track record in successful business development/fundraising and donor engagement especially with Green Climate Fund, FCDO, USAID, WFP, INTPA and so on.
• Demonstrated program design, monitoring and evaluation skills, including designing pathways to sustainable impact at scale.
• Able to analyze and use data and evidence to innovate, deliver, learn and share what works and what doesn’t work for children.
• Ability to work across teams with flexibility to undertake challenging tasks and adapt to different contexts.

 

Languages

Fluent in spoken and written French and English.

Desirable

• Significant experience in training, capacity building, and mentoring.
• Experience of context, capacity and policy analysis, and influencing and advocacy at national/regional level in order to hold duty bearers to account to realize children’s rights.

Experience of strategy development and planning.

 

CONTRACT LENGTH: 2 years

 

Closing Date:  13^th July, 2022

 

The Organization

 

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

 

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

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

 

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

 

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Applicants are advised that 

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

 

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

      Candidates should apply through the links that will be provided.

  CLICK ON LINK BELOW TO APPLY:

APPLY – Climate Change Adaptation Advisor -Senegal & Sierra Leone

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

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UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) National Consultant Environmental Health and Social Impact Assessment (EHSIA)
2.) Communications Specialist
3.) Social Protection Specialist

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) National Consultant Environmental Health and Social Impact Assessment (EHSIA)

 

How to Apply

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

 

 

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2.) Communications Specialist

 

How to Apply

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

 

 

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3.) Social Protection Specialist

 

How to Apply

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

 

 

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JOB ADVERT 

Mental Health and Psychosocial Support  and Protection Deputy Project Manager(MHPSS-P)

 (National Status)

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS BASED ON APPROVED FUNDS

 

Action Against Hunger is an equal opportunity employer 

Women are strongly encouraged to apply

 

ABOUT US

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

Action Against Hunger is recruiting a suitably qualified Sierra Leonean as Mental Health ,Psychosocial Support and Protection Deputy Project Manager to implement the Mental Health, Psychosocial Support and Protection (MHPSS-P) component of the Multisectorial project with Nutrition focus in Bonthe region ; and ensure the implementation of activities related to MHPSS-P and the supervision of the team under his/her responsibility in the framework of the project.

 

 

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Ensure implementation, monitoring and reporting: in accordance with MHPSS-P program guidelines

Activities

• Planning and supervision of the implementation of all activities of the MHPSS-P component;
• Effective collaboration with Monitoring and Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) department to ensure that the M&E system produces timely and adequate information
•  Participation in visits by donors, partners, coordination of the project and implement all agreed recommendations from these visits;
•  Ensure the follow-up and quality control of the project’s achievements
• Participation in the capitalization of achievements and lessons learned;

– Contribution to the collection of data for monitoring and evaluation;

– Identification of technical constraints related to the implementation of the program;

• Implementation of technical recommendations issued by the Project Manager, Head of Department, Technical Referent or other technical experts;

– Ensures the visibility of donors and ACF on the project sites;

 

 

Supervise and manage the team:

Activities

• Manage the MHPSS-P staff. This includes coaching, training, supervising and coordinating with staff related to the other components to ensure complementarity;
• Manage the MHPSS-P team (induction, goal setting, evaluation) and ensure that the team complies with ACF rules;
• Ensures that each member of the supervised team fully understands the results expected of them and is aware of the success criteria for their work;
• Organize trainings, follow-ups and refreshers to key actors and community members;
• Ensures that work is planned and organized to meet program needs;
• Ensures that team members have an appropriate workload and work efficiently;

 

 

Data Management and Reporting:

Activities

• Monitor in collaboration with the Program Manager the administrative, logistical and budgetary operations;
• Compile or write activity reports (APR) according to the timing;
•  Participate in the development of intervention strategies in the zone

 

 

Participate in the coordination, representation and partnerships of ACF in the field of MHPSS-P:

Activities:

• • Coordination of activities with other programs for a rationalized use of resources and maximum integration
  • – Participate in donor visits at the request of his/her supervisor

• – Representation of ACF and ensure relations with partners, authorities, UN agencies and NGOs in its sector in collaboration with the PR SMPS / CT;

 

 

Contribute to capitalization and technical development within the MHPSS-P:

Activities:

• Capitalization of program data and documentation of innovations achieved;
• Transmission of technical and operational knowledge acquired on the MHPSS-P program
• Contribution to the feedback from the field to feed the communication of the ACF mission

 

 

Others:

• Help ensure all aspects of Action Against Hunger activities adhere to program quality standards and policies (accountability and mainstreaming) in a coherent and integrated manner.
• Ensure that gender considerations are made with participants of projects to have clear statistics on gender inclusion.
• Ensure the highest stands of accountability through ensuring good communication and information sharing within the organization.
• Be aware of, understand, and comply with all of Action Against Hunger’s policies and procedures.
• Contribute to ongoing security management and planning as necessary.
• Actively participate in any emergency response if called upon to do so (within the existing Programme area or in a new one).
• Undertake other related duties as may reasonably be assigned by the SMO, MEAL Manager, Field Manager, Health and Nutrition Program Manager, Food Security and Livelihood Manager.
• Adhere to all COVID-19 precautionary measures

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study Psychosocial background, Psychologist, Social studies, Anthropology.

• 2-4 years’ experience in the field of psychosocial support in a similar position in international NGOs. In-depth knowledge of the MHPSS interventions, care of populations in psychological distress

• Experience in nutrition, child care practices and Gender Based Violence interventions

• Working experience on Programme monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning.

 

 

Required Competencies and Skills: 

• Project management and supervision skills;
• Psychosocial support;
• Excellent listening and empathy skills;
• Good experience interacting with taskforce actors, community, religious and traditional leaders
• Comfortable, flexible and creative in institutional and partnership relations
• Flexibility and ability to work in hard to reach areas;
• Good stress management skills.
• Good computer skills: Word, Excel, power point  

 

 

WORK CONDITIONS

STARTING DATE:1st  August 2022

DURATION OF CONTRACT: Twelve(12) Months Sierra Leonean contract (Renewable)

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

 

 

REMUNERATION:

Monthly Basic Salary:  SLL  5,236,350 or 5,707,800 based on profile

Monthly Transport Allowance: 10% of Monthly Basic Salary

Housing Allowance: 10% of Monthly Basic Salary

 

 

HOW TO APPLY:

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

recruitment@sl-actionagainsthunger.org

 

Deadline for the receipt of applications is Saturday, 3rd July 2022. 

 

Due to the urgency of this position, applications will 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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Chemonics is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Operations and Finance Director
2.) Chief of Party
3.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Director

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Operations and Finance Director

 

Chemonics seeks an Operations and Finance Director for the anticipated USAID, five-year Integrated Health Activity in Sierra Leone.  The Operations and Finance Director is responsible for assisting the Chief of Party with the development and implementation of management systems and supervision of project operations and staff, directly supervising operations, procurement, transport, and finance staff.  S/he will provide oversight of all administrative systems to ensure quality control of project administration. S/he will ensure the coordination and coherence of and adherence to U.S. government regulations and Chemonics’ corporate and project office policies at a central and several regional project office. Sierra Leonean and African Union nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note this position is contingent upon successful award. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities

 

General

• Support the Chief of Party to develop and implement management systems for project planning, reporting, and performance management; financial management; property and technical procurement systems; and personnel management
• Manage daily work of finance and operations project team members and provides performance feedback.
• Support technical implementation through timely reviews of sub/contracts or sub-recipient modifications, processing of local subcontractor payments, and overall effective management of subcontracts and leases with landlords, warehouses, and other vendors, as well as relevant software licenses
• Monitor and support the standardization of operational systems, policies, and procedures for the Integrated Health activity central and regional project offices
• Ensure compliance with U.S. government regulations, Chemonics’ corporate policies, laws of Sierra Leone, and any supplemental policies developed specifically for Sierra Leone
• Develop and implement systems that assist supervisors to manage and oversee supervisees and provides regular and constructive feedback to project staff
• Ensure proper administration of the program through the supervision of the project finance, grants, procurement, and administration teams. Track and report quarterly on project financial management indicators

Human Resources

• Anticipate future recruitment needs, lead recruitment efforts – including initial CV reviews, participating in interview panels, and onboarding – on as-needed basis
• Manage annual performance evaluation and salary increase processes
• Promote and support staff continuous development

Operations/Procurement

• Draft and review RFQs for procurement; review purchase orders and draft/finalize subcontracts
• Manage travel and provide logistics support to project staff
• Ensure project inventory and project vehicles are maintained
• Ensure compliance with U.S. government regulations, Chemonics’ corporate policies, the laws of the Government of Sierra Leone
• Oversee the management of local subcontracts and grants under contract for compliance and performance; including coordinating with technical staff to finalize scope and managing performance of contractor or grantee against deliverables

Financial Management

• Review/Approve coding sheets
• Establish and ensure financial segregation of duties
• Conduct regular reviews of petty cash register
• Review final review of payroll for project staff
• Review monthly wire transfer requests
• Maintain subcontracts/procurement tracker and provide financial forecasting and accruals information to PMU on a monthly basis
• Draft annual and ad hoc budgets, in particular estimation of resources, LOE, and in-country travel necessary to implement current and future work plan activities

Security

• Keep up-to-date on evolving in-country security situation; circulates security updates to relevant in-country staff, and ensures adherence to security guidelines
• Update Emergency Action Plan regularly

Qualifications

 

• Advanced degree in finance, management, business administration, or economics
• At least ten (10) years’ experience in international donor-funded financial and grants management, with a minimum of 5 years of senior-level responsibility for administration and finance managing programs of similar size
• Proven expertise in finance, accounting, and auditing, monitoring of grant compliance and management and the establishment of internal controls
• Prior experience overseeing finance and administration for a USG-funded project of a similar size and complexity is highly desirable
• Knowledge of USAID administrative, management and reporting procedures and systems along with strategic program planning, management, supervision, and budgeting expertise
• Excellent track record of good interpersonal, supervision, leadership, and managerial skills
• Results-oriented and team player and ability to follow guidelines and controls required of the position
• Prior experience managing a team of high performing staff working in multiple locations/field offices
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Access plus working knowledge of accounting and procurement software (particularly QuickBooks) is preferable
• Fluent English oral and written communication skills is required
• Willingness to travel domestically within Sierra Leone for at least 4-8 weeks a year

Equal Employment Opportunity

Application Instructions

Please apply through this link: APPLY no later than July 31, 2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; no telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

 

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2.) Chief of Party

 

Chemonics seeks a Chief of Party for the anticipated USAID, 5- year Integrated Health Activity in Sierra Leone.
The Chief of Party will bear primary responsibility for the overall technical and managerial requirements of program performance and will be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the project. S/he will supervise project implementation and ensure that the project meets stated goals and reporting requirements. S/he will also have principal responsibility for representation of the project to USAID. This position is contingent upon successful award. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world. Sierra Leonean and African Union nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities:
● Assumes overall leadership, strategy development, management oversight, and technical direction for primary health care, community health, and WASH activities;
● Serves as primary liaison to USAID, implementing partners, host country governments, project stakeholders, and counterparts in the public and private sectors;
● Provides overall leadership and supervision of senior management team, technical and administrative staff, and sub-awardees;
● Responsible for the overall and direct implementation of project activities and liaises with project teams to ensure technical coordination;
● Leads the strategic engagement of the communities and local partners in program activities;
● Ensures that all project assistance is technically sound and appropriate;
● Oversees program work planning, budget, performance management, monitoring and evaluation, and strategic communications;
● Identifies issues and risks related to project implementation in a timely manner and appropriate program adjustments; and
● Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:
● Advanced degree in public health, medicine, nursing, or related field
● At least ten years of professional experience managing large, complex health projects in developing countries, with at least eight years of experience working on private sector engagement programming;
● Demonstrated thought leadership in health systems strengthening, primary health care, RMNCH, malaria prevention and control, and community engagement,
● Experience leading large teams, managing programs, and enabling local partnerships to achieve results;
● Track record of progressive responsibility, including at least eight years providing senior-level leadership (e.g., Project Director, Chief of Party, Deputy Director) to programs of similar scale, scope and complexity;
● Strong ability to collaborate and build partnerships with Ministries of Health, USAID, and implementing partners in West Africa, with experience working in Sierra Leone preferred;
● Fluent English oral and written communication skills is required.

 

Application Instructions:

Please apply through this link: APPLY no later than July 31, 2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; no telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

 

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3.) Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Director

 

Chemonics seeks a Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Director for the anticipated USAID, five-year Integrated Health Activity in Sierra Leone.  The MERL Director will ensure development, oversight, and implementation of the project’s monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan and reporting, implementation research and collaborative learning processes for project activities in collaboration with the project leadership, local partners, health system actors and communities. This includes collaboratively designing the project’s MERL framework, data collection tools, reporting templates, as well as training staff and partners on MERL system operations and tools. S/he will also provide leadership in knowledge generation, translation, and management strategies to support data use for strategic decision-making and scale up of evidence-based practices at national, subnational and community levels. S/he will collaborate and work closely with the Integrated Health Activity project team, partners and stakeholders. Sierra Leonean and African Union nationals are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note this position is contingent upon successful award. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities

 

• Provide leadership and oversight of MERL activities including routine project monitoring and reporting, data analysis and use, and data quality
• Ensure MERL activities are in line with the USAID Evaluation Policy
• Lead the design and implementation  of the project’s MERL systems to ensure standardization across activities in indicators, data collection, and reporting
• Promote use of routine country-led health information systems and integrated district health management team approaches;
• Apply adaptive management strategies and facilitate learning activities to support staff to assess progress and continually refine programming
• Lead the design and implementation of the research and learning agenda
• Manage the project’s M&E team and provide technical support, mentoring and coaching to project team members and partners
• Assist with project documentation activities as required, including, but not limited to identifying and documenting best practices
• Disseminate relevant technical information in a timely manner to staff  within the project and the network
• Design and lead implementation of project assessments and evaluations; facilitate use of results to inform programming; and disseminate knowledge generated and lessons learnt
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualifications

 

• A master’s degree or higher in public health, statistics, research methods, information systems, or a related advanced degree
• At least eight years of experience of M&E systems development and implementation in relevant country settings, including in fragile settings, and for complex projects (M&E systems for global projects preferred), with at least 5 years of experience on MEL for health projects
• In-depth knowledge and experience in USG reporting requirements
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, research, management information systems, reporting, data quality assessments, and data analysis and visualization
• Expertise in business intelligence, data analysis, and using tools such as MS Excel, Power BI and statistical packages; experience with DHIS2 preferred
• Familiarity with appropriate metrics for MERL activities focused on health systems strengthening, primary health care, RMNCH, family planning, malaria prevention and control and others
• Track record of progressive responsibility working at a senior manager level
• Fluent English oral and written communication skills is required
• Willingness to travel domestically within Sierra Leone for at least 4-8 weeks a year

Application Instructions:

Please apply through this link: APPLY no later than May 6, 2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; no telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

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Overview

Job Description

Abt Associates (Abt) is a mission-driven global leader in research, evaluation, and program implementation in the fields of international development, health, and social and environmental policy. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt is regularly ranked as one of the top 20 global research firms and one of the top 40 international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.

Opportunity

Abt Associates is recruiting qualified candidates for the positions on an upcoming USAID-funded opportunity in Sierra Leone. The five-year Strengthening Integrated Health Service Activity (SISHA) program will focus on investing in health services, supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in the delivery of quality health services and strengthening the health systems. The SISHA activity embodies strategic evidence-based strategies for malaria control and prevention, ending preventable child and maternal death, improving the health of adolescents, pregnant and postpartum women, and children less than five years old , using data to make informed decisions and building local capacity to implement integrated health programs.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Deputy Chief of Party supports the technical and operational management and development and execution of the project’s strategic direction, oversees the implementation of project’s key technical aspects, guides other senior technical staff and ensures the responsiveness and quality of the work along with efficient use of resources and achievement of results. We are looking for individuals who are committed to exceeding expectations and who strive to improve the lives of people worldwide.

The position will be based in Freetown, Sierra Leone and is contingent upon award to Abt Associates.

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Provide managerial and technical support to the Chief of Party, assisting in areas including work planning, performance management, and strategic communications
• Represent Abt Associates and the project to the USAID/Sierra Leone Mission, the host country government, local partners and other key stakeholders; serve as delegate for Chief of Party as needed;
• Supervise and support project senior management team, in coordination with Chief of Party
• Manage and supervise the work of project personnel and subcontractors
• Managing and coordinating of provincial teams
• Support and provide quality assurance to the development and timely implementation of technical activities and ensure high-quality, timely deliverables and data required for USAID performance benchmarks and results frameworks are produced
• Supervise the project’s administrative team to ensure smooth project operations, timely implementation, and effective communication with the client and home office
• Support Chief of Party in the project annual work planning process, and ensure that quality operational plans, budgets, and reports are submitted as per contract agreements
• Maintain good working relationships with government officials, government ministries, implementing partners, and the international and local NGO community.
• Ensure the USAID SISHA program is delivered according to the contractual requirement of the donor and expectation of the government in collaboration with project stakeholders, participants and beneficiaries.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or a Doctorate Degree (desirable) in Public Health, Medicine, or other related field
• 8 years (minimum) of relevant international health experience with a Master’s Degree, or 6 years (minimum) with a Doctorate
• At least 3 years managing complex projects in the areas of health systems strengthening (human resources for health, financing, governance, and health commodity management, data for decision-making), Malaria control, RMNCH, and/or infectious diseases, in West Africa, preferably Sierra Leone.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with USAID, ministry officials, government officials at the national and subnational level, and other development partners.
• Familiarity with US Government regulations (e.g., Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Foreign Assistance Act)
• Demonstrated strong written and oral presentation skills
• Proven success in supervisory role managing medium- to large teams
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary, multicultural teams

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree + Twelve years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Ten years of relevant experience, or PhD+ Eight years of relevant experience

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Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.

About Us

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development. Known for its rigorous approach to solving complex challenges, Abt Associates is regularly ranked as one of the top global research firms and one of the international development innovators. The company has multiple offices in the U.S. and program offices in more than 40 countries.

At Abt Associates, we are committed to creating a lasting culture of equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that in order to achieve full participation, our practices must be free of prejudice, discrimination, and bias that result in inequitable outcomes. We are actively working to advance equity for everyone, and while we still have much work to do, we know that racial and cultural diversity are an asset to our business and the communities where we live and serve. Our ongoing commitment is focused on creating business practices that advance racial and social equity, investments in community impact programs for the benefit of Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC), and expand upon project work related to racial equity and social justice.

Organization

Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader with a proven track record in complex program implementation in the international development sector. We offer bold solutions and technical excellence in Health, Economic Growth, Governance, Research & Evaluation, Environment & Energy, Gender Equality & Social Inclusion. Working with our many partners, we have driven measurable social impact for more than 55 years, to achieve our mission of improving the quality of life and economic well-being of people worldwide. We operate in remote and challenging environments and employ more than 3,700 staff in over 50 countries. For more information about us and what we do, visit our website at www.abtassociates.com

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