Job Vacancy @ World Vision – MEAL Specialist (Sierra Leone)

Job Description

Career Opportunity

World Vision is a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

World Vision International Sierra Leone (WVISL) has been operational since 1996 assisting communities with various interventions in health, education, child protection, water & sanitation and livelihoods.

Applications are requested for suitable qualified Sierra Leoneans to fill the position of  

‘MEAL Specialist’ in Freetown. 

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The MEAL specialist will be responsible for the effective management of the MEAL system of the “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project. He/she will work with WVISL DME&A Manager and Senior program effectiveness manager to develop and manage all MEAL systems of the CELGA project. The MEAL specialist will provide leadership for the development of the CELGA MEAL systems as a critical component of all WVISL programs. The MEAL Specialist will be expected to play a key role in the monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning of all MEAL systems related to the project. He/she will manage all monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning functions of all components of the project. The MEAL specialist for this project will also provide support to WVISL mainstream Program.





Communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Design/Planning

  • Provide technical leadership to develop the “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) program framework, plans and indicators to capture project performance results
  • Provide support for the development, implementation and review of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project
  • Provide MEAL leadership for the “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project
  • Provide leadership in the development and review of performance indicators for “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project
  • Provide technical support in the targeting of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) interventions and yearly review of targets
  • Lead in the design, review and update of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) log frames, ITTs, DIPs etc.
  • Support the planning, implementation and management of other Design Monitoring, Evaluation and Accountability priority interventions of World Vision International Sierra Leone
  • Support mainstream Design Monitoring Evaluation Accountability (DMEA) of World Vision International Sierra Leone

 





Monitoring & Evaluation:

  • Ensure “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) MEAL framework is aligned with World Vision Sierra Leone partnership Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability Learning system
  • Ensure the integration and alignment of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) MEAL with the National Office Monitoring Evaluation, Accountability Learning framework
  • Responsible for the design and review of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) data collection tools
  • Assist in the development, adoption and usage of innovative MEAL tools and equipment
  • Track project implementation providing sound monitoring and feedback for project improvement
  • Be the focal person for “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project evaluations; designing survey tools, training data collectors, supervising data collection, analyzing data and report writing
  • Undertake assessments, research and conduct analysis for the improvement of the quality of the “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project.
  • Provide leadership and support for measurement of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project performance
  • Continuously assess methodologies and instruments for the collection, documentation and analysis of data and the reporting of outcomes and recommended changes
  • Ensure “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) implementation and outcomes contribute to National Office strategy

 

Data Analysis, Reporting, Learning and Sharing

  • With the project MEAL data prepare tables, graphs and write reports
  • Collect, document, edit, analyze and present all relevant project data for reports
  • Lead in the preparation of project-related reports (monthly, quarterly and yearly), presentations, stories, publications and other technical reports in all types of media
  • Support Design Monitoring, Evaluation and Accountability manager and senior program effectiveness manager in reviewing reports to ensure the submission of timely high-quality reports
  • Keep track and records of the updated data and achievements of the entire “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project
  • Work with relevant teams to submit abstracts for presentation at learning events and conferences.

 

Database Management:

  • Lead in the development of improved systems (Management Information System), processes and tools for assessing “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA)project
  • Provide feedback to “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) project teams on the quality and completeness of data provided on data management platforms
  • Compile, manipulate, and refine data from a variety of sources including public domain, field observation, and existing databases
  • Perform regular quality control checks of databases to ensure data integrity
  • Support the verification of the accuracy and validity of data entered in databases and ensure that errors are correct

 

Technical Support and Capacity building :

  • Build the capacity of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) staff in data collection, data input in the database systems to ensure high quality of data
  • Provide support to World Vision International Sierra Leone partners, communities and governmental institutions for the development and implementation of “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) MEAL initiatives
  • Provide hands-on technical assistance and coaching to the “Civic Engagement in Local Governance for Accountability (CELGA) staff and partners to ensure CELGA MEAL approaches are in-line with World Vision partnership standards of performance

 





Proposal and Concept generation :

  • Support the development of concept papers and other proposals by guiding the design of logic models, performance management frameworks and Monitoring & Evaluation plans
  • Provide accurate data for proposal writing
  • Actively support Resource Acquisition Management (RAM) in proposal writing

 

WVI GENERAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

  • Be Safe and Resilient
  • Build Relationships
  • Learn and Develop
  • Partner and Collaborate
  • Deliver Results
  • Be Accountable
  • Improve and Innovate
  • Embrace Change

WVI LEADERSHIP CORE COMPETENCIES:

  • Model Self-Management
  • Engage, Influence, Lead and Grow Others
  • Run an Effective and Agile Organization
  • Develop the Organization for the Future

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

  • Educational level required: Degree in Development Planning, Development Studies, Sociology, Monitoring and Evaluation, Social Sciences, Statistics, Economics or any relevant field. A Master’s degree in social sciences is desirable.
  • Experience: Have a minimum of five (5) years of related working experience in a lead/supporting role on program/project MEAL management.




  • Other Competencies/Attributes: Technical Training in data analysis using software like SPSS, STAT etc. is required
  • Professional technical skill desired (certification): Additional certification in M&E is a plus

 

If this position appeals to you, send a letter of application with your updated CV to the email addressrecruitment_wvsl@wvi.org.

Applications sent through any other means will not be accepted. Please ensure that the subject reads ‘Application for the position of ‘MEAL Specialist’. Referees of successful candidates will be contacted and each application should include the referees’ current email and telephone numbers.

Closing Date: June 16, 2022.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

World Vision International Sierra Leone takes diligent measures to screen out people who might seek to work with them to ensure they do not harm children or adult beneficiaries in the discharge of their duties. The successful candidate for this position will therefore be screened and required to sign the World Vision Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy. World Vision International Sierra Leone will also conduct a Police check for successful applicants.

                                 WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY





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Job Vacancy @ CARE Sierra Leone – Deputy Chief of Party

Work Location : Sierra Leone – Freetown Type of Post :

Other Possible Location : Funding :

Expected Travel : Type of Contract :

Language Requirement : Application Deadline :

Employee Duration : Active Full-Time

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 (

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 (DCOP) is accountable for strategic leadership and technical oversight of the project. This position is responsible to oversee technical quality, planning, implementation, quality assurance, monitoring, and reporting of the project.

The DCOP will work closely with the Chief of Party to guarantee quality, efficiency, integrity, and learning throughout project duration. S/he will provide strategic oversight and technical guidance to, and resolve challenges in implementation of, cross-sectoral activities. This involves continually monitoring program tasks and activities against goals; minimizing duplication of personnel activities; and defining and using standard operating procedures.

The DCOP is also expected to promote learning and innovation. This includes adapting tools and systems; promoting data-driven, evidence-based actions; expanding successful activities’ breadth and depth; building capacity to work in new ways; and communicating best practices to relevant parties.





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.





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Job Vacancy @ Marie Stopes Sierra Leone – Donor Reporting Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Donor Reporting Manager

Job Location: Freetown

Reporting to : Finance & ICT Director

No of Direct Report: 1

Marie Stopes International (MSI) is a global social business providing personalized, high quality, affordable contraception and safe abortion services to women and girls. MSI has 13,000 team members working in 37 countries to deliver our mission: children by choice, not chance. Marie Stopes Sierra Leone (MSSL) is a founding member of the MSI Partnership, operating in Sierra Leone for 30 years and becoming the largest non-governmental provider of family planning (FP) and sexual & reproductive health (SRH) services in the country. MSSL delivers services in every district of Sierra Leone through its outreach, centers/clinics and social marketing channels.





The Function
The Donor Reporting Manager, which is part of the Finance team, is responsible for ensuring that all MSSL donor budgets are accurately prepared, monitored and timely reported as per the donor guidelines. The Donor Reporting unit is responsible for all financial project management and business planning processes, ensuring compliance with accounting, legal, MSI and donor reporting requirements. This is a key Middle Management Team (MMT) for MSSL, supporting strategic planning and the development of the annual business plan and advising the Senior Management Team (SMT) on donor related guidelines.
The unit contributes to furthering MSI’s mission: Children by Choice not Chance by fully complying to all donor & MSI guidelines and be credible by accounting for every penny given by a donor.

The Role
The Donor Reporting Manager will support in developing budget proposals, create awareness about the budget for compliance purposes, monthly forecasting together with the Programme Operations team, monitor expenses through the BVA (budget tracker), provide regular updates about the budget current status and prepare donor report as per the donor guidelines for timely submission to MSI and the donor. The role will involve some travelling to MSSL sites across all districts in Sierra Leone.
The DRM is responsible for delivering an efficient and effective donor contract managementfunction.He/She will lead grants management process for all programmes across Marie Stopes Sierra Leone.The role has three main aspects to it:

Lead and develop the MSSL grants management effort.
Capacity building for Program Operations and the Grants staff,
Contribute to the development of best practices, systems and processes for managing and implementing projects.
The role offers a leadership opportunity for an individual highly experienced in grants management, business development, business planning and donor communications.

The role also requires an individual capable of providing strategic leadership to both the Operations team as well as the Senior Management Team in the Key donor contractual commitments and the risks thereof.





Key Responsibilities
Leadership, MSSL portfolio management & strategy.
proving periodic analyses of Funding Risks & identifying appropriate funding mix)
Business Partnering (Monitoring and Analysis)
Detailed analysis of current/ pipeline funding to senior management
Detailed analysis of cost-efficiency & effectiveness of funded Channels-identifying opportunities for Value-for-Money programming.
Advising on and implementing effective cost-allocation methodologies & policy to ensure appropriate allocation of Support Office shared Costs.
Developing self and others. (and ideally networking with both internal & external stakeholders.
Communicating impact Project Performance.
Compliance (Marie Stopes & Donor policies, systems, processes).
Operational duties:
Actively involved in all proposal development and responsible for providing financial technical support on the budget development process in accordance with the donor format.
Collaborate with the Programme Operations team to facilitate grant launch pre-implementation to create awareness of the project to team members for smooth implementation and compliance purposes.
Work closely with Programme Operations team to prepare realistic forecasts that are achievable in accordance with MSSL approved templates throughout the life span of the project.
Responsible for uploading all project budgets upon approval with clear account codes & DRLs.
Prepare and update BVA on a regular basis.
Quickly raise any potential underspend against the forecast and ensure the activity takes place as planned.
Responsible to commit all project expenditures into SUN.
Responsible to develop and update a comprehensive Grant/donor database for all project budgets and ensure that it captures all the key information stakeholders should know.
Ensure all Grants documents (both soft & hard copy) are promptly updated, reconciled and shared with stakeholders through the N’ Drive.
Completion of all team member timesheets according to percentage charged to projects as per the staff database.
Responsible for validating all purchase requisitions for compliance purposes and ensure the expenditure is in line with the forecast and track into the budget tracker.
Timely completion and communication of all due donor reports.
Participated in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for MSSL.
Ensure accurate donor codes and charged teams cost to grants that are funding them.
Responsible for tracking all MSSL admin/direct cost on all grants and ensure we charge as planned.
Preparation of accurate and timely donor reports.
Facilitating project specific audits and ensuring all audit demands are met.
Responsible for scanning project related supporting documents.
Coordinate financial reporting, briefing with donors, MSI and government entities. Prepare donor financial reports in line with donor reporting requirements and standards.
Ensure organizational internal controls and systems are maintained and adhered to, identifying key risk areas and addressing them.





Ensure any changes in legislation or organizational structure are reflected without delays in internal controls and systems. Maintain an effective control structure.
Oversee cash flow management and forecasting to ensure that adequate funds are available for Programme needs. Monitor the cash requirements and amounts drawn down against programmatic requirements.
Manage advances from local donors and expenditure charged through differed income and ensure the account is accurately reconciled.
Ensure that all statutory requirements are met on time, including payroll taxes, VAT (sales tax), income tax, pensions or other retirement obligations, insurance etc. Ensure that the Programme complies with all regulatory requirements of local statutory bodies.
Properly manage all Intercompany accounts with MSI Country Programs
Provide support to the finance team as and when required and other duties as requested by line manager
MSSL HAS A ZERO TOLERANCE TO FRAUD AND BRIBERY.

Experience (essential/desirable)
Experience in working with accounting software and preferable SUN6 and Q&A (essential).
Demonstrable experience in Grant and Donor Management (essential).
Experience managing large grants (e.g. DFID, UNFPA, USAID, DFAT).
Excellent knowledge of financial management systems and donor reporting (essential).
Excellent IT skills (essential).
Qualifications (essential/desirable)
ACCA / CAT Student Membership (essential).
Degree-educated (or equivalent) in related field (essential).
Additional qualification in Accounting & Finance and Grant Management (desirable).
Personal Attributes
Strong supporter of the cause for contraception and a woman’s right to safe abortion. (Pro-choice.)
Commitment to the goals and vision of MSI and MSSL.
Results and output driven.
Able to develop and articulate a clear business vision and plan; proven strategic planning skills.
Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
The highest levels of integrity and a strong ethical sense.
Self- managed and able to priorities and work under pressure.
Resilient and able to manage own stress and that of others.
Able to learn quickly and use initiative.
Ability to compile and interpret statistical data and communicate it in a professional and understandable manner.
MSI Behaviours and Values

Team Member Behaviours
Work as One MSI

You contribute, use, and share accurate data and evidence to improve understanding, insight and decision-making across MSI, enabling us to maximize our ability to influence others.
You share relevant knowledge, expertise and resources to strengthen teamwork and prevent duplication of effort.
You actively work as part of a team, providing support and flexibility to colleagues, demonstrating fairness, understanding and respect for all people and cultures.
Show courage, authenticity and integrity

You hold yourself accountable for the decisions you make and the behaviours you demonstrate.
You are courageous in challenging others and taking appropriate managed risks.
Develop and grow

You seek feedback to enable greater self-awareness and provide the same to others in a way which inspires them to be even more effective.
You manage your career development including keeping your knowledge and skills up to date.
Deliver excellence, always

You strive to consistently meet and exceed expectations, putting clients at the Centre of everything, and implement smarter, more efficient ways of performing your role.
You build and maintain effective long-term working relationships with all stakeholders, and are a true MSI ambassador.





Leadership (For Leaders only)

You inspire individuals and teams, through situational leadership, providing clear direction.
You seek and provide opportunities which motivate team members, helping to develop skills and potential whilst strengthening our talent and succession pipeline.
You are aware of emerging developments in our sector, demonstrating strategic insight about our clients and business and encourage this in your team.
You articulate a vision of the future which inspires and excites others.
MSI Values
Mission driven: With unwavering commitment, we exist to empower women and men to have children by choice not chance.
Client centered: We are passionate about our clients and dedicate our efforts to delivering agreed objectives to the highest possible quality.
Accountable: We are accountable for our actions and take responsibility for everything we do to ensure long term sustainability and increased impact.
Courageous: We recruit and nurture talented, passionate and brave people who have the courage to push boundaries, make tough decisions and challenge others in line with our mission

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and qualifications to:
recruitment@mariestopes.org.sl

2. Deadline for the submission of applications: 16th June 2022. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.





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Job Vacancy @ Restless Development – Youth Collective for Education Member

Job Description

ABOUT RESTLESS DEVELOPMENT

In 2016, Restless Development launched a new vision and strategy designed by young people. Having championed the  engagement and influence of young people at every stage of the development of the United Nations’ new Global  Goals, Restless Development is developing a complimentary strategy that will:

  • Convene, advocate and empower young people and youth agencies to lead change, and  ● Collaborate with partners and governments who share our vision for young people to be at the forefront of  achieving a just and sustainable world for all.

Building on Restless Development’s proven model of youth engagement, over the next five years ten thousand  volunteers will deliver the new strategy through a reinvigorated ‘Restless Model’ for youth-led development that will  give youth-led organizations around the world a recipe for lasting, transformative change led by people and their  communities. In addition, Restless Development will engage hundreds of partners and thousands of young people  working for youth-led change through:

    • A platform that young people can access to lead change through their own ideas and innovation;  ● A coalition of technical youth-led development agencies that partner organizations can join;  ● A youth ‘lab’ where knowledge, insight, research and experience is shared.




Restless Development Sierra Leone has and will continue to be a flagship Programme within the context of this new  strategy. The agency’s role at the forefront of the social mobilization and behavior change data collection efforts in  the country has led the agency to become an international leader in community engagement.

OUR APPROACH TO SAFEGUARDING :

Restless Development considers the welfare and protection of children, young people and vulnerable adults to  be an organizational imperative with primacy over the success of programmes or strategic objectives. We  recognize that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and we expect all of our staff, volunteers and partners  to ensure we protect the communities in which we operate from harm and abide by our Safeguarding Policy.

For more information on Restless Development’s mission, values and work, please visit:  www.restlessdevelopment.org.

ABOUT THE ROLE :

Job title Youth Collective for Education Member
Location Freetown
Stipend SLL 2,850,000
Preferred start date ASAP
Length of contract 12 Months
Reports to Youth Collective and Grants Coordinator
Direct reports Youth Groups
Expected travel National with possibility of international travels

 





Restless Development is piloting the Catalyzing Youth Leadership for Education Reforms Programme in Sierra Leone.  Education is a top priority for young people all over the world. Since the start of the pandemic young leaders have been  telling us that the disruption to their education and livelihoods has been one of the most significant impacts of the  pandemic on their lives. This insight has been best captured in a youth-led research report conducted in partnership with  Dubai Cares ahead of the Rewired Summit at Expo 2020 in Dubai. The education system in Sierra Leone is in need of  fresh approaches and youth leadership. A combination of the civil war, Ebola and COVID-19 have all had a negative  impact on the education system in Sierra Leone. During the war, 1,270 primary schools were destroyed, schools closed  for 9 months during Ebola and 5 months during COVID-19. The Ministry of Basic, and Senior Secondary Education  continues to innovate in order to rebuild, resource and stabilize the sector.

The project is a timely opportunity for Restless Development to be a pioneer in engaging local youth civil society actors  to address the education related issues in the country. We will work with youth Civil society organizations by  empowering, strengthening and resourcing them to implement this project with specific focus on making education  systems fit for purpose and equipping young people for the world of work. We will achieve this by establishing a Youth  Collective for Education, co-creating a funding mechanism to disburse small grants directly to youth-led organizations  working on education issues and monitor and evaluate the entirety of the process as a model for nurturing youth-led  development.

As part of the Programme strategy, we are establishing a Youth Collective for Education Member to spearhead the  delivery of the project at the national level. In all, we are creating a national youth collective for education team of 10  members that will support the project team to implement this pilot project that reflects our new global strategy. For more  on our work you can check on our website.

KEY PRIORITIES :

With training, coaching, and other technical and financial support, the Youth Collective for Education Member will  undertake a number of activities:

∙ Co-creating a new governance model for the project in which the Youth Collective for Education (YC) takes  the lead, making all the key decisions and Restless hands over power by accompanying the process; ∙ Agreeing on a set of Equitable Partnerships Principles;

  • Setting up a feedback mechanism / scoring system for the YC to feedback on the partnership with Restless  through the project;

For more information on Restless Development’s mission, values and work, please visit:  www.restlessdevelopment.org.

  • Agreeing on a brand identity for the project which raises the visibility of YC & promotes their work; ● Identifying areas for reverse or two-way (rather than top down) capacity building and mentorship between  Restless and the YC;
  • Co-create the Education Youth Fund with the YC including making decisions about; the application process  (e.g. Youth Hacks), Selection criteria (linked to recent youth insights/ recommendations on education), the grant  decision making process. the grant size, New models for accountability, risk management and reporting (i.e.  deciding who the YC wants to be accountable to and how.
  • Support with operationalizing the Education Youth Fund including: releasing and advertising the call for  applications in whatever format they decide, reviewing and making decisions about who receives grants. ● Synthesize proven, replicable and actionable models of how to resource locally-led development in their future  investments.
  • Other duties as required, as agreed with Line Manager.





ABOUT YOU :

We are looking for people with the right competencies and skills for the role, and who demonstrate the personal qualities  consistent with our Values .

Values Behaviours What we expect of the Field Officer
HEART
We are who we serve. We are brave.

Values-led Inspires a Restless passion and professionalism in those they work with, both internally and externally.
Innovation Works on own initiative and offers creative approaches to improving work.
HEAD
We are 100% professional. We prove that young people can

Delivers Quality Manages their time effectively to deliver quality against individual goals. Ensures value for money when utilizing resources and efficiently processing finances.
Decision Making Proposes solutions to challenges and consults with others when making operational decisions within their area of responsibility.
VOICE
We generate leaders. We are proud to carry the banner for youth led development.

Leadership Capably manages their own workload and takes up opportunities to lead on areas of work, with support from colleagues. May supervise Interns and/or teams of Volunteers.
People
Development

Understands how individual goals contribute to team priorities. Uses feedback to identify personal growth areas willingly provides constructive feedback to others.

For more information on Restless Development’s mission, values and work, please visit:

www.restlessdevelopment.org.

HANDS
We are in it together. We listen and learn.

Effective
Communication

Clearly expresses ideas or opinions and actively listens and learns from those around them. Applies effective communication when actively engaging with stakeholders and teams of volunteers.
Collaboration Is an integral team member, contributing to team excellence and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
∙ Must be between 18 and 30 years old as of 30th June 2022
∙ Must be fluent in English language and Krio

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Essential

Desirable ∙ Must demonstrate knowledge of and interest in the education sector in Sierra Leone.
∙ Must be able to participate effectively in a wide range of Youth Task Team activities, including in-person or virtual meetings, training sessions, travels, meeting preparation, background reading, research, and campaign activities

∙ Must be available for local travel whenever necessary to represent the Youth Skills and experience in participatory youth action research, education, advocacy, and policy influencing will be particularly suited for the Youth Collective for Education Be results-oriented, creative and a self-starter.

∙ Commitment to Restless Development’s values and strategy (available on the Restless Development website)

Restless Development is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from young people, women, those living with HIV, disabled people, and other marginalized groups

KEY DATES :

Please send your CV and Expression of Interest to sierraleonejobs@restlessdevelopment.org and copy tamba.aliyu@restlessdevelopment.org by Wednesday 8th June 2022. Qualified Female candidates and People with Disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
For more information on Restless Development’s mission, values and work, please visit: www.restlessdevelopment.org.





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Job Vacancies @ Save The Children – 3 Positions (Sierra Leone)

Save The Children is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Communications and Campaign Manager
2.) Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party
3.) Chief of Party

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Communications and Campaign Manager

 

Job Description

 

THE ROLE: Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager

Save the Children is recruiting an experienced Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager that will work to strategically oversight and lead the advocacy, communication and campaign strategy for the country office and; manage the production of key advocacy and campaign activities/products in close coordination with the Country Director, Director of Advocacy, Programme and Field Managers. Save the Children has raised the profile of advocacy, communication, campaign in the new global 2022-2024 strategic plan to achieve results for children. Through advocacy and campaigns with and for children, we aim to remove barriers that prevent children from surviving, learning and being protected so that every child can reach their full potential. We campaign for government to take-action and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals, for the realization of all children’s rights set in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, so that no child is left behind.





The Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager (ACCM) will be responsible for planning and coordinating events to promote Country Office programmes, initiatives and campaigns around our thematic areas of education, protection, health, livelihood and food security. Duties will include coordinating efforts of different agencies and networks and; developing strategic plans for communicating our brand message. They will work with the Advocacy, Communications, Campaign and Media team to create, execute and monitor advocacy activities and campaigns. They will represent the Country Office in both internal and external meetings with INGOs, the UN, donor and other stakeholders.

This role requires a dynamic, driven and results oriented Advocacy, Communications and Campaigns Manager to join our team. They will be expected to guide the country office in new data driven initiatives for campaigning in line with our advocacy agenda which strives to influence policy and decision makers to take steps to strengthen and create an enabling environment for robust legal frameworks and mechanisms that will ensure the realisation children’s rights in Sierra Leone.

This role is for a period of twelve (12) months with a possibility of extension.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS  

  • Masters/Degree/ in Public policy, Communications, Marketing or other related fields.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • A minimum of 5 years advocacy, communication, campaign experience in a corporate or an NGO environment, with experience in successfully leading the development and implementation of advocacy, communication, campaign strategies
  • Experience in developing advocacy, communication, campaign plans, with the knowledge and understanding of a range of tactics, and a good track record of implementing successful campaigns.
  • Experience in developing messages for multiple media including print, web, video and audio presentations.
  • Excellent understanding of the advocacy/campaigning environment in Sierra Leone
  • Understanding of how to connect children’s issues with public opinion and actions
  • Demonstrable understanding of public participation in campaigning, public activism tactics and motivations
  • Experience in leading the creation and implementation of a strategy, demonstrating the ability to identify the necessary steps towards an ambitious goal.
  • Demonstrable creative ability in accessing new opportunities, expertise and ideas
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and negotiation
  • Highly developed analytical writing skills and ability to analyze complex data to summarise and communicate them in ways that are accessible to a range of audiences
  • Experience of building networks and engaging with coalitions
  • Experience of presentation, graphic and multimedia design software, along with social media.
  • Commitment to Save the Children values
  • Excellence in written and spoken English

Desirable

  • Experience in working with children/young people
  • Strong people skills
  • Experience in creative arts, mass communication





Additional job responsibilities

  • The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience

CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 year

Closing Date:  15th June, 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.

      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

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

 CLICK ON LINK TO APPLY : APPLY – Advocacy, Communications and Campaign Manager

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 


 

2.) Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party

 

Job Description

 

THE ROLE: Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party: Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA)

Save the Children is recruiting for an experienced Technical Director/Deputy Chief of Party that will work with the Chief of Party in coordinating and implementing the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. The SIHSA is designed to improve the quality of family planning, maternal newborn child and adolescent health, and malaria services; promote adoption of crucial health behaviors; and strengthen the stewardship and governance of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, both at central and district levels in Sierra Leone.





The Technical Director / Deputy Chief of Party (TD/DCOP) will report directly to the Chief of Party and ensure technical implementation of high impact, proven interventions meet stated goals and reporting requirements. This individual will assume the responsibilities of the COP in their absence. The TD/DCOP will support the COP in coordinating with USAID, key stakeholders, implementing partners and government representatives and leads coordination for technical and operational aspects of the project. In addition, the TD/DCOP will manage the implementation of key program activities throughout targeted districts, oversee the work of technical staff, and ensure efficient technical and operational support for the project team.

Save the Children is currently accepting applications for the TD/DCOP position.  Kindly note that any final offer is contingent upon donor approval and funding.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS  

Master’s Degree in global health, public health or international development or Medical Degree is ideal; Bachelor’s Degree is required

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Prior experience as Deputy Chief of Party or Technical Director
  • Minimum seven years of professional experience in managing complex technical projects of similar size and scope in a development context, with a minimum of five years’ experience in the West Africa region, ideally in Sierra Leone.
  • Deep understanding of family planning and maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health programming priorities.
  • At least three years of demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a technical team and in project design.
  • Proven experience of budget management across multiple field sites and with multiple partners.
  • In-depth knowledge of USAID approaches, regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements;
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government, private sector entities, community organizations, donors and other stakeholders, particularly at the sub-national level.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build teams. Includes experience hiring and supervising personnel, and effectively leading in team situations to deliver project results;
  • Substantial experience in maintaining external relations with government, community stakeholders and civil society; and in convening diverse stakeholders and representing donor, government, and project priorities; excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in resource-constrained environments is important;
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; and to stay and work in basic conditions.
  • Experience in integrating gender, diversity and inclusion into program activities.
  • Experience in managing program teams, including coordinators, across multiple geographic sites, including staff development, coaching, and performance management.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English; excellent documentation and report-writing skills.
  • Knowledge of local language preferred.
  • Proficiency in computer e.g.  MS Word, MS Power Point and Excel.
  • Willing to commit to Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.

Additional job responsibilities

  • The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience

CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 year

Closing Date:  30th May,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.

      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

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

 CLICK ON LINK TO APPLY : APPLY – Chief of Party

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 


3.) Chief of Party

 

Job Description

 

THE ROLE: Chief of Party: Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA)

Save the Children is recruiting for an experienced Chief of Party that will lead the anticipated USAID-funded Strengthening Integrated Health Services Activity (SIHSA) in Sierra Leone. The SIHSA is designed to improve the quality of family planning, maternal newborn child and adolescent health, and malaria services; promote adoption of crucial health behaviors; and strengthen the stewardship and governance of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation, both at central and district levels in Sierra Leone.

The Chief of Party (COP) will be a senior leadership position, and will provide overall strategic direction in the design, management, implementation, and overall quality assurance of the SIHSA project. The COP will be the primary point of contact with USAID and be responsible for the sustainability of project interventions. The COP will collaborate with the Ministry of Health and other partners to provide high-level technical and managerial support for effective capacity building at the local level. The COP will also oversee a team of experts and support staff, prepare reports and annual operating plans, align project initiatives with in-country priorities, and ensure the program is compliant with USAID regulations and Save the Children’s policies and procedures.

Save the Children is currently accepting applications for the Chief of Party position.  Kindly note that any final offer is contingent upon donor approval and funding.





QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS  

  • Master’s Degree in global health, public health or international development or Medical Degree is ideal; Bachelor’s Degree is required

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Prior experience as Chief of Party or Deputy COP;
  • Minimum 7-10 years’ of professional experience designing, managing and implementing large and complex integrated health and service delivery programs;
  • Proven experience of budget management across multiple field sites and with multiple partners.
  • At least five years of senior program experience working and living in a developing country; ideally within Sierra Leone or West Africa;
  • In-depth knowledge of USAID approaches, regulations, compliance, and reporting requirements;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build teams. Includes experience hiring and supervising personnel, and effectively leading in team situations to deliver project results;
  • Substantial experience in maintaining external relations with government, community stakeholders and civil society; and in convening diverse stakeholders and representing donor, government, and project priorities; excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in resource-constrained environments is important;
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time; and to stay and work in basic conditions.
  • Experience in integrating gender, diversity and inclusion into program activities.
  • Experience in managing program teams, including coordinators, across multiple geographic sites, including staff development, coaching, and performance management.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English; excellent documentation and report-writing skills.
  • Proficiency in computer e.g.  MS Word, MS Power Point and Excel.
  • Willing to commit to Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.

Additional job responsibilities

The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the Post holder may be required to carry out additional duties within reasonableness of their level of skills and experience.

CONTRACT LENGTH: 1 Year

Closing Date:  30th June, 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.

      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

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

CLICK ON LINK TO APPLY :

APPLY – Chief of Party

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY





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Job Vacancies @ World Vision – 2 Positions

World Vision is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Hygiene Promoter
2.) Technical Development Facilitator-WASH

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Hygiene Promoter

 

Job Description

 

                                                          Career Opportunity

 

World Vision is a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

World Vision International Sierra Leone (WVISL) has been operational since 1996 assisting communities with various interventions in health, education, child protection, water & sanitation and livelihoods.





Applications are requested from suitably qualified applicants to fill the position of ‘Hygiene Promoter’ in Bo & Bonthe District.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The overall purpose is to contribute to the health improvement through improved access to sustainable WASH services to communities in WVSL operational area. This will be achieved by working with and supporting the hygiene supervisor in carrying out WASH implementation; hygiene promotion, monitoring of water, hygiene and sanitation situation.

Communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  •  Work in collaboration with AP development facilitators to strengthen/ establish community WASH structure (water management committee, community hygiene mobilizers) and build their capacity to effectively manage and maintain WASH facilities in WVSL operational area.
  • Ensure mobilization of community WASH groups and seek their support and involvement in the project implementation of new initiatives
  • Document a training plan, develop a field report of training interventions and update the WASH supervisor in a timely manner
  • Support water committees, sanitation committees and other community WASH groups in organizing and carrying out hygiene promotion campaigns.
  • Identify and train community leaders/school pupils and teachers in targeted communities to ensure successful implementation of CLTS, SLTS/hygiene and sanitation approach
  • Establish linkages and work with local WASH authorities (WASH supervisor of district council, DHMT) in the implementation of WASH project
  • Report on the effect of hygiene promotion and identify problems related to the trainings undertaken in targeted communities/schools





WVI GENERAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

  • Be Safe and Resilient
  • Build Relationships
  • Learn and Develop
  • Partner and Collaborate
  • Deliver Results
  • Be Accountable
  • Improve and Innovate
  • Embrace Change

QUALIFICATIONS:  EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

  • Certificate or Diploma in social work / Environmental management / Public health or related field or equivalent.

Experience: 

  • Minimum 2 years’ working experience in a similar role

Other Competencies/Attributes:

  • Strong passion for children and their wellbeing
  • Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
  • Ability to work in a team and to lead teams
  • Humility, respect, and care for others – especially the vulnerable
  • Openness to and eagerness to learn – especially to embrace change and new innovations as well as divergent opinions.
  • Willingness to live and work in difficult and challenging terrains and communities.

If this position appeals to you, send a letter of application with your updated CV to the email address: recruitment_wvsl@wvi.org

Applications sent through any other means will not be accepted. Please ensure that the subject reads ‘Application for the position of ‘Hygiene Promoter’.  Referees of successful candidates will be contacted and each application should include referees’ current email and telephone numbers.

Closing Date: June 14th, 2022





Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

World Vision International Sierra Leone takes diligent measures to screen out people who might seek to work with them to ensure they do no harm to children or adult beneficiaries in the discharge of their duties. A successful candidate for this position will therefore be screened and required to sign the World Vision Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy. World Vision International Sierra Leone will also conduct a Police check for successful applicants.

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 


2.) Technical Development Facilitator-WASH

 

Job Description

 

                                                          Career Opportunity

World Vision is a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

World Vision International Sierra Leone (WVISL) has been operational since 1996 assisting communities with various interventions in health, education, child protection, water & sanitation and livelihoods.

Applications are requested from suitably qualified applicants to fill the position of ‘Technical Development Facilitator-WASH’ in Mongor Chiefdom, Falaba District

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To provide technical oversight, monitoring and supervision of WASH related activities. The Technical Development Facilitator -WASH ensures WASH interventions are consistent with MOHS standards, policies and procedures for WASH interventions in health facilities.

Communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Work with relevant field staff for the implementation of PNS WASH project related activities in the operational districts and communities
  • Provide operational and technical support to program activities including hygiene promotion, Solar Mechanized borehole construction, VIP latrine construction, rehabilitation of wells, hand washing facilities etc.
  • Support communities to establish and monitor community level structures for the monitoring of sector-specific activities in the program or project.
  • Engage with communities for local level advocacy with community decision makers at the chiefdom and district levels.

Supervise hygiene promoters and prepare and submit project updates including monthly reports to the WASH manager or his designate

  • Facilitate capacity building for communities/institutions in borehole management
  • Undertake other activities related to the project as assigned by the Cluster Program Manager/WASH Manager.

WVI GENERAL CORE COMPETENCIES: 

  • Be Safe and Resilient
  • Build Relationships
  • Learn and Develop
  • Partner and Collaborate
  • Deliver Results
  • Be Accountable
  • Improve and Innovate
  • Embrace Change

QUALIFICATIONS:  EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

  • Degree/Certificate or Diploma in WASH, Civil Engineering, Public Health or equivalent in a related field
  • Must have good knowledge and aptitude and Skills in the relevant sector area
  • Must be proficient with basic tools in facilitating fieldwork in the relevant sectoral

Experience: 

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in related or similar job
  • The candidate must have strong experience in borehole construction and water distribution.
  • Experience in solar powered water systems is an advantage.

Other Competencies/Attributes:

  • Strong passion for children and their wellbeing
  • Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
  • Ability to work in a team and lead teams
  • Humility, respect, and care for others – especially the vulnerable
  • Openness to and eagerness to learn – especially to embrace change and innovations as well as divergent opinions.
  • Willingness to live and work in challenging terrains and communities.

If this position appeals to you, send a letter of application with your updated CV to the email address: recruitment_wvsl@wvi.org

Applications sent through any other means will not be accepted. Please ensure that the subject reads ‘Application for the position of ‘Technical Development Facilitator-WASH’.  Referees of successful candidates will be contacted and each application should include the referees’ current email and telephone numbers.

Closing Date:  June 14th, 2022

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

World Vision International Sierra Leone takes diligent measures to screen out people who might seek to work with them to ensure they do not harm children or adult beneficiaries in the discharge of their duties. A successful candidate for this position will therefore be screened and required to sign the World Vision Child and Adult Safeguarding Policy. World Vision International Sierra Leone will also conduct a Police check for successful applicants.

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY





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Job Vacancy @ Concern World Wide – Life and Business Skills Officer

Job Description

 

Concern Worldwide is a nongovernmental, international, humanitarian organization 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 additional roles:

Job Title: LNGB Life and Business Skills Officer
Project LNGB – Every Adolescent Girl Empowered and Resilient (EAGER)
Reports to: LNGB District Supervisor
Liaises with: LNGB M&E Officers, LNGB Data Clerk; BLNS Officers, System Support Officer
Job Location: Port Loko field based
Contract Details: Seven (7) Months
Job Purpose: The LNGB Life and Business Skills (LBS) Officer will work under the supervision of the LNGB District supervisor. S/he will be mainly responsible for coordinating, facilitating and monitoring implementation of the Life and Business Skills curriculum within the program through capacity building, networking, partnership and participation of the communities. S/he will provide practical and emotional support to young girls and teach them the skills they need to enable them to live a successful independent life. S/he will work in partnership with young girls, their families and peers, to identify suitable individual transition plans.
Main duties & Responsibilities: Specific Responsibilities:

 Technical responsibilities, planning and management 

  • With oversight from the LNGB Program Manager and support from the M&E Officer, work closely with the District Supervisor, the M&E officer and the Local Councils to carry out a needs assessment in targeted communities that will inform the LSB skills curriculum and classes planning process, identify risk and protective factors to inform and produce risk assessments and contingency plans, as needed; this includes participating in and supporting a market analysis to identify available opportunities in the targeted communities;
  • Work closely with the District Supervisor, the BLN officers and Local Councils to better understand the local communities and governing bodies, as well as identify any other key stakeholders at local level that would have leverage on the development of the implementation of LSB activities;
  • Participate in beneficiaries mapping in the targeted communities to ensure participation of young girls and their families. This includes ensure that the most marginalized girls are adequately identified and outreached in line with beneficiaries’ selection criteria, and receive support from the Program enrolling and remaining in the LBS course;
  • Work closely with Local Councils to review and activate the LBS curriculum and implement LBS classes in program-identified safe spaces;
  • Ensure the LBS course is delivered on time, in accordance with the LBS curriculum, schedule, tools and approaches approved by the program, respecting quality standards and principles of equity and inclusion;
  • Ensure that the one-on-one mentoring is delivered to adolescents girls upon completion of the LBS course and that each girl receive adequate and holistic support to identify transition goals and develop individual business plans;
  • Ensure that competitive start-up/growth grants are provided to young girls graduating from the LBS course and that these grants are utilized in accordance with the individual self-identified pathway for each girl, based on the results of the local market analysis;
  • Under the supervision of the District Supervisor, work with the M&E officer and BLN officers to support identifying safe spaces for young girls receiving LBS courses. This includes ensuring that the spaces are girl-friendly, protective and conducive to effective learning;
  • Ensure that all safe spaces identified and/or established by the program to host the LBS course have the approved teaching and learning materials and other relevant tools/equipment;
  • Identify, resource, train and coach LSB mentors. This includes working closely with the local community key stakeholders to identify female leaders and positive role models, train them on the LBS curriculum and coach them to support and guide adolescent girls throughout the process of determining their transition goals;
  • Ensure that LBS mentors master the use of LBS materials and provide feedback and capacity building when weakness are identified. This includes ensuring that mentors have a clear scheme of work, prepare lesson plans using agreed standard formats and methodologies;
  • Monitor the individual workplans/schedule of LBS mentors and assist them to create a professional community/network of practice in which they can share experiences and learn from each other;
  • Ensure that instructional materials are effectively used by young girls and safely kept by the custodians of the safe spaces;
  • Closely work with LBS mentors, young girls and the communities to develop individual self-identified transition pathway for each girl and support LBS mentors to provide regular follow-ups to ensure the implementation of the identified plans for each girl;
  • Ensure that regular termly meetings with communities and young girls are held and that meetings have agenda, issues and action points, all of which are documented;
  • Participate in community mobilization and sensitization activities in relation to Life and Business Skills topics in line with the approved curriculum;
  • Ensure that cases or suspicions of violence and abuse against adolescent girls as well as any protection risks are reported through program-established and/or existing referral pathways and receive proper case management;
  • Effectively obtain, allocate and utilize resources allocated to the Program’s LBS component. This includes supporting the District Supervisor in providing the LNGB Program Manager with all needed data and information to produce timely and quality monthly/quarterly spending and procurement plans;
  • Submit weekly work plans to the District Supervisor, including needs for any logistics and procurement arrangement for the purpose of the implementation of LSB courses.

Monitoring

  • With the support of the M&E officer, track and record young girls and LBS mentors attendance on a daily basis;
  • Work closely with the local communities and LBS mentors to ensure that actions are taken against mentors and girls engaged in truancy;
  • Conduct regular follow-up on LBS activities and give feedbacks to the District Supervisor. This includes working with M&E officer and Data clerk to monitor and track the attendance, retention and progress of young girls attending the LBS course;
  • Work closely with the M&E officer and Data clerk to ensure accurate data are available from activities records and other means of verification to document progress on indicators/achievement of targets using Indicator Performance Tracking Tables (IPTT);
  • Work closely with the local communities and LBS mentors to ensure that Child Safeguarding and Do Not Harm principles and requirements are respected rigorously throughout the Program implementation with regard to the delivery of the LBS curriculum.

Reporting

  • Provide the District Supervisor with required inputs for reports written during project implementation at the field level with regards to LBS activities;
  • Work closely with the M&E officer and Data clerk to ensure accurate data are timely submitted to the M&E Manager for reporting purposes;
  • Prepare, produce and present LBS activity reports, with analyzes and summaries, to the District Supervisor;
  • Contribute to capture data, pattern and trends from the field and relay feedback to the District Supervisor, that would inform documentation of lessons learned, best practices and success stories for sharing with the LNGB Program 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: Education, Qualifications & Experience Required

Essential

Education  

  • At least a Professional Teaching  Certificate or Diploma in Education, social work or related field;

Experience Required:

  • Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access and Word;
  • Strong planning, analysis and writing skills;
  • Strong experience working with youth, including adolescent girls, and local communities and Education and Social Welfare governing bodies;
  • Knowledge  in principles and practice of Education;
  • Experience in training delivery and facilitation;
  • Good verbal communication skills in local languages and working knowledge of English;
  • Ability to clearly convey concepts to populations with limited numeracy and literacy skills;
  • Excellent training and mentoring skills with ability to work as part of a team with diverse backgrounds;
  • Willingness to travel frequently to field sites.

Desirable

Preferred Qualities

  • At least two years’ experience working in Life and/or Business Skills programs for youth/adults;
  • Experience working in education programs and in rural settings.
  • Previous experience working with NGOs a plus.
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.

 





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

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 Programme

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 sub station, 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 Wednesday 8th June, 2022

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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Job Vacancy @ Population Services International (PSI) – Field Malaria Officer

Job Description

Open position with Population Services International (PSI) in Sierra Leone 

WHO WE ARE?

With over 45 years of experience, working in over 60 countries, Population Services International  (PSI) is the world’s leading non-profit social marketing organization. PSI is reimagining healthcare, by  putting the consumer at the center, and wherever possible – bringing care to the front door. We are  working to fix market failures, shape future health markets and shift policy and funding to better  support consumer empowered healthcare.

JOIN US!

PSI and its local affiliates manage malaria control programs in 32 countries and are world leaders in  malaria control implementation—delivering 25 million treated mosquito nets and almost 16 million  quality-assured ACTs for confirmed malaria cases in 2016. PSI also supports national Ministries of  Health to scale up malaria diagnosis in the public and private sector and to improve tracking of malaria  patients through surveillance and health information systems using DHIS2 software.

In 2018, PSI began implementing the global US President’s Malaria Initiative under the name Impact  Malaria (IM). The overall goal of IM is work with Government of Sierra leone through the MOHS  under the guidance of the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP) to scale up best practices and  innovations in malaria case management, control of malaria in pregnancy, and the introduction of other  malaria drug-based approaches. In Sierra Leone, PSI is seeking qualified, dynamic, and innovation-driven  candidates for multiple positions with the Impact Malaria (IM) project. All candidates are expected to  promote and demonstrate an ethical work environment in line with PSI’s values of honesty and acting  with integrity. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.




Field Malaria Officers – Summary of the Role (FMOs)

Field Malaria Officers (FMOs) will be based within the DHMT and will work closely with DHMT to provide training, supervision, and mentorship services at peripheral health units. The FMOs will work  under the direction of their supervising Malaria Technical Officer (MTOs).

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

  • Visit peripheral health units (PHUs) to provide supportive supervision to health staff for malaria in pregnancy (MiP) and malaria case management (diagnosis and treatment). • Provide coaching and supportive supervision to peer-Mentors (Community Health Worker In-Charges) in community case management of malaria, data entry and commodity management.
  • Develop, share, and execute training and mentorship calendar in partnership with PHU in charges and DHMT leadership, for all facilities covered.
  • Meticulously record supportive supervision data on PHU and Peer- Mentor performance with regards to malaria services delivery.
  • Meet weekly with DMHTs to analyze collated supportive supervision data and use that data to guide further supportive supervision based on PHU need.
  • Support and facilitate facility, DHMT and M&E/NMCP staff to collate health utilization data • Help conduct cross-facility exchanges between high- and low performing PHUs to promote exchange of malaria service delivery best practices.
  • Support DHMT will roll out and implementation of pictorial job aides for MiP and malaria case management (diagnosis and treatment)
  • Provide timely data and analysis of project activities
  • Provide weekly activity report to MTO supervisors
  • Attend regular training as determined by the project activities plan and DHMT/NMCP. • Other tasks assigned by their supervisor

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Qualifications (FMOs)

Minimum requirement

  • SRN, Midwife, CHO




Added Advantage

  • Public health training
  • Current clinical practice and a current, valid clinical license (all require board certification in a  medical specialty)
  • At least 2 years’ clinical experience
  • Experience in a clinical teaching, and/or mentorship
  • Exemplary interpersonal communication skills required to interact effectively with senior  leadership, partners, and clinicians on sensitive confidential issues
  • Understanding of Sierra Leone health system
  • Demonstrated commitment to the health of their community
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal, written)
  • Computer literacy with demonstrated use of word processing and database management  (Word and Excel)
  • Willing to live and operate in districts and hard to reach communities.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills and strong attention to detail and  deadlines

Interested candidates should submit CV and cover letters indicating which position they are applying  for to recruitment@psi-sl.org by June 7, 2022.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted five (5) working days  after advert closes, that means you were not shortlisted.

PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals  regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability,  sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation,  family status or responsibilities. Females are especially encouraged to apply.





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Job Vacancies @ International Rescue Committee (IRC) – 4 Positions

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

1.) Senior Program Officer
2.) Infection Prevention and Control and WASH Managers
3.) Senior HR and Administration Officer
4.) MEL Manager

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Senior Program Officer

 

Job Description

4 Off Hill Cot Road

Freetown

Sierra Leone

Tel: (232) 76-471-796

E-mail: SL-Administration@theirc.org

Position:     Senior Program Officer (1)

Grade:     8A

Location:     Freetown

Reports to:                           Senior Health Coordinator

Duration:   12 months, with possibility of extension based on performance and funding

Deadline for Application:   8th June 2022

(Only the applicants who have applied via the IRC Website Cornerstone and shortlisted for interview will be contacted). 

Background:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC), one of the world’s largest humanitarian agencies, provides relief, rehabilitation, and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of natural disaster, oppression, and violent conflict in 42 countries. The IRC has worked in Sierra Leone since 1999 and currently programs across three core sectors: 1) Health 2) Women and Girls’ Protection and Empowerment (WGPE), and 3) Education. The IRC is committed to supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in the strengthening of the country and has offices in Bo, Kailahun, Kenema, and Kono, with national geographic reach through partners. We seek to build upon our programming experience and introduce new programs that are adaptive, collaborative and evidence-driven, leading to a more educated, safe, healthy, and empowered Sierra Leone.





Under the health sector, the IRC currently implements a growing number of projects across the four districts. To improve coordination and successful implementation of current and future projects, the IRC seeks to recruit a Senior Program Officer to provide ongoing support to the health team by linking the team with Supply Chain, Finance, Administration, Human Resources, etc. both in Freetown and across the district offices to ensure implementation of activities and financial documentation are well coordinated and in harmony. The Senior Program Officer will provide day-to-day logistic, finance, Admin, HR, and other related support to the health team to ensure smooth running of activities. The incumbent may also be requested to provide other programmatic support as needed. This is a full-time national staff position based in Freetown.

Scope of work 

Reporting to the Senior Health Coordinator, the Senior Program Officer will work in collaboration with support teams such as Grants, Finance, Supply Chain, Admin, HR, IT, etc. and to ensure the implementation of health-related activities within the organization. Key responsibilities for the position are summarized as follows:

  • Ensure the health team receives administrative and logistical support for the smooth running of activities.
  • In collaboration with respective project coordinators, maintain and update activity and budget trackers every fortnight to ensure activities are implemented within agreed upon timeframes and within allocated budget.
  • Work with the support team to ensure invoices from vendors are cleared and that all expenses are captured in relevant financial reports.
  • Support project coordinators to review and share inputs to relevant financial reports every month, ahead of BvA meetings.
  • Work with Finance, Grants, Supply Chain, Admin, HR, and programs to ensure adequate review and discussion of BvA reports every month and follow up on implementation of action items accordingly and discuss any emerging issues with the supervisor as needed.
  • Provide logistical and administration support during preparation and implementation of health-related workshops, meetings, events, and trainings.
  • In collaboration with the Senior Health Coordinator, assist with the preparation and submission of monthly management reports for the health team.
  • Perform other related duties and responsibilities to ensure that goals and objectives of projects are met and to support IRC program implementation.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field is required.
  • Advanced knowledge and skill in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint are required.
  • Knowledge of, and experience in, finance and budget management are required.
  • Excellent report writing skills in English are required.
  • At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in similar position with similar responsibilities in international NGOs.
  • Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 

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

IRC is equal opportunity employer, considered all the candidates based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran, or disability.





Mode of Application: 

All applications must be done using the below link and should include a cover letter, updated CV, names of three referees and their active telephone and email contacts, copies of professional certificates and testimonial

APPLY

Please ensure that all attached files are less than 2 megabytes (2MB) for any one message that is sent.

A copy of your application letter, updated CV, labour card and all other supporting documents should be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour – New England or to the nearest Ministry of Labour office nationwide.

Please contact any of our offices captioned below for further information and/or detailed requirements or call on 076-471-796.  

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 


2.) Infection Prevention and Control and WASH Managers

 

Job Description

International Rescue Committee

4 Off Hill Cot Road

Freetown

Sierra Leone

Tel: (232) 76-471-796

E-mail: SL-Administration@theirc.org

Position: Infection Prevention and Control and WASH Managers (3)

Grade: 7B

Location: Bo

Reports to: Infection Prevention and Control Specialist

Duration: 12 months, with possibility of extension based on performance and funding

Deadline for Application: 8th June 2022

(Only the applicants who have applied via the IRC Website on the application  link below and shortlisted for interview will be contacted). 

Background:
The International Rescue Committee, one of the world’s largest humanitarian agencies, provides relief, rehabilitation, and post-conflict reconstruction support to victims of natural disaster, oppression, and violent conflict in 42 countries. The IRC has worked in Sierra Leone since 1999 and currently programs across three core sectors: 1) Health 2) Women and Girls’ Protection and Empowerment (WGPE), and 3) Education. The IRC is committed to supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in the strengthening of the country and has offices in Bo, Kailahun, Kenema, and Kono, with national geographic reach through partners. We seek to build upon our programming experience and introduce new programs that are adaptive, collaborative and evidence-driven, leading to a more educated, safe, healthy, and empowered Sierra Leone.

Infection prevention and control (IPC) is an essential component of healthcare quality and patient safety. In its operational districts, the IRC plans to support district hospitals and primary health care units (PHUs) in Sierra Leone to improve their IPC and WASH practices with the goal to reduce mortality and morbidity due to hospital (or healthcare) associated infections (HAIs). Rigorous infection control systems need to be in place to reduce transmission of infections among health workers and patients.  More effort will be focused on improving maternal and child health outcomes (such as proportional morbidity and mortality) hence IPC efforts will be focused on maternal and child health services. It is expected that these efforts will be integrated in routine activities within the supported PHUs and that this will contribute to reductions in occurrence of hospital-acquired postpartum infections and associated mortality among mothers and their newborn babies. To achieve this, the IRC plans to recruit three IPC Managers to lead implementation of IPC and WASH interventions in one district (Bo), and any other facilities as maybe determined during future planning. The IPC Managers will provide day-to-day support to PHUs to foster improvements in their IPC and WASH practices while ensuring integration within routine service delivery.

Scope of work 

Reporting to the Infection Prevention and Control Specialist, the IPC Managers will work in collaboration with district, health facility and community level stakeholders to improve IPC and WASH practices and structures within supported health facilities in Bo district, providing training and mentorship for healthcare workers and generating learning and best practices to inform national level strategies and policies.

The key responsibilities are summarized as follows:

  • Participate in the district level discussions on IPC and WASH as well as contribute to review of standard operating procedures and training manuals for IPC, as needed.
  • Disseminate all relevant IPC tools and SOPs to supported health facilities.
  • Coordinate with health facility IPC focal persons, community level platforms, facility management, patient safety committees as well as quality improvement committees to ensure clear understanding, and implementation of, IPC and WASH procedures in the clinical context.
  • Participate in quarterly assessments on status of IPC implementation in assigned PHUs and use findings to identify gaps and develop quality improvement plans accordingly.
  • As needed, lead implementation of IPC and WASH activities in PHUs and at community level ensuring that activities are implemented according to plan and are sustainable.
  • Based on gaps identified through the baseline assessment, conduct on-site trainings in assigned PHUs on IPC and WASH, in collaboration with district teams.
  • Participate in supportive supervision visits from national and district level by IRC and MOHS.
  • Support documentation and management of IPC data in assigned PHUs. This will include investigations of all incidences of health worker and/or patient infections and report on incidents to the hospital IPC committee and patient safety committee.
  • Support PHUs to identify causes of infections and facilitate them to prioritize and develop appropriate quality improvement plans.
  • Prepare and submit monthly and/or quarterly progress reports, and other reports as may be requested.
  • Ensure implementation of activities is according to available resources.
  • Share programmatic results, best practices and lessons learnt during dissemination and learning meetings at district or national level.
  • Any other activities as may be assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing or midwifery, environmental health, or related field.
  • Additional training in public health is desirable.
  • Additional training in IPC and WASH is desirable.
  • Over 5 years of demonstrated experience in implementing IPC and WASH practices and systems improvement, ideally in low resource settings.
  • Extensive experience in training and mentoring health providers on IPC in Sierra Leone.
  • Strong technical leadership, management, planning, analytical and coordination skills.
  • Willingness and ability to work in communities and PHUs in remote areas.




  • Ability to work with limited supervision.
  • Ability to travel to remote locations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 

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

IRC is equal opportunity employer, considered all the candidates based on merit without regard to race, sex, color, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran, or disability.

Mode of Application

All applications must be done using the below link and should include a cover letter, updated CV, names of three referees and their active telephone and email contacts, copies of professional certificates and testimonial

APPLY

Please ensure that all attached files are less than 2 megabytes (2MB) for any one message that is sent.

A copy of your application letter, updated CV, labour card and all other supporting documents should be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour – New England or to the nearest Ministry of Labour office nationwide.

Please contact any of our offices captioned below for further information and/or detailed requirements or call on 076-471-796.  

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 


3.) Senior HR and Administration Officer

 

Job Description

International Rescue Committee

Sierra Leone Program

4 Off Hill Cot Road, Freetown

Sierra Leone

Tel : +232 (0)76 471 796

Email : SL-Administration@rescue.org  

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position:                   Senior HR and Administration Officer   

Reports to:               Field Manager/HR Manager (Technical)

Location:                 Bo

Grade:                     8A

Duration:               Twelve Months Initially (Renewable Annually)

Deadline for applications: 6th June 2022

(Only the applicants who have applied via the IRC Website Cornerstone and shortlisted for interview will be contacted). 

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

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

Purpose of the Job: 

The position is under the direct supervision of the Field Coordinator in Bo and is personally responsible for the HR and Administration components of the Bo Field Office supporting all the programs towards the implementation of operations in Sierra Leone.

Specific Responsibilities 

Human Resources 

  • Supports generally in all human resource activities for the national employees (interviews, recruitment and payroll) in the Bo district.
  • Work with Coordinators and Managers in recruiting new staff for Bo, complete the recruitment processing for new staff, including reference checks and ensure all new documentation pertaining to staff is forwarded to Freetown for final processing and filing.
  • Monitor and track the IRC connect orientation process for all new IRC-SL national and international staff and provide monthly update to the HR Manager.
  • Ensure that the exit process for all national staff is in accordance with the personnel policy and prepares payment requests for all end of service benefits and ensures they are paid accordingly and in timely manner.
  • Oversee and ensure proper application of National Employee Personnel Policy and Administrative procedures by both National and International Employees.
  • Prepare the payroll, pay slips and signing sheets for staff to ensure monthly payment of salaries
  • Collect and review all time and effort reporting sheets for all staff and ensure it is sent to the HR Manager monthly and on time.

Follow up on all insurance matters for staff including adding and deleting staff to/from the employer’s liability and the medical and hospitalization insurance policy schemes as well as follow up on payments and claims, etc.

  • Track staff going on UPA, Sick and Annual leave in accordance with the IRC Personnel policy.
  • Update Personnel records daily and keep an up-to-date database system of staff.
  • Ensure that copies of staff annual leave form; performance evaluation, Training requests, are completed correctly, tracked and forwarded to Freetown for final processing
  • Make all accommodation arrangements at the IRC guesthouse or private guesthouses for IRC staff and visitors to the Kenema Field Office.
  • Raise vouchers for payment for accommodation to guesthouses where staff are accommodated to carry out their functions at the Bo field Office Location.
  • Track and update employee and NASSIT relationship and ensure policy is followed with regards to registration of new members, payment of monthly contributions and membership cards
  • Work with Managers in creating and ensuring job description is available for all staff and is filed.

Ensuring all staff have their job descriptions to aid in performance evaluation.

  • Responsible to support Expert staff as and when required





Compound Management 

  • Responsible for the overall cleanliness of both the IRC office premises and the IRC Guest house
  • Directly line manages and supervises office cleaners, housekeepers and cook in accordance with their JDs
  • Make request to logistic on detection of any broken item that needs maintenance and repairs both in the office and Guest house and make follow up and ensure it is done.
  • Responsible to raise PR and payment vouchers in respect of payments for utilities for both the IRC office premises and the guesthouse, ensure payment is done and keep track of all these payments.
  • Keep track of Payments made to the landlords of the premises IRC occupies and raise vouchers for payments when their payments is due. Follow up on all maintenance, city rates and any other issues related to the premises and their landlords.
  • Prepare places for meetings and ensure it is clean and comfortable for all staff. e.g.   All staff meetings
  • Maintain inventory of household items including items stored and check on a monthly basis with staff and do maintenance where necessary and ensure security of all household properties.
  • Work closely with the security guards to ensure that gate signing on sheets are completed and filed appropriately

Program Support and Admin Management 

  • Provides administrative support to the Field Manager as necessary.
  • Oversees the upkeep of a database/contact list for the Bo offices (office and business addresses and telephones, staff telephones numbers and e-mail addresses), maintain and upkeep an IRC Kenema general staff directory and provide staff with updated information.
  • Keep track of the Admin. Projector, cell phone and sim card handed to visitors or staff.
  • Prepare Quarterly Purchase request for Office supplies, Stationery, Cleaning items and toiletries, etc. and provide management oversight and coordination in the supply and maintenance of all office and house supplies.
  • Arrange for office space, sitting arrangement, furniture and equipment for all staff
  • Coordinate and administer timely mail pouch requirement and procedures for all IRC SL operational areas e.g. Freetown, Kenema, Kailahun. And Kono
  • Coordinate and track the use of communication systems in the BO Office e.g. Internet, auto top up system to staff in Bo, DSTV
  • Responsible for Administration correspondence and maintain administration files, filing all communications directed to the Admin Bo Field Office and placing those for all staff attention on the general staff notice board to read
  • Ensure all staff have IRC and RITCORP Medical Insurance ID Cards and maintain a tracking sheet of same
  • Provide support to staff to organize trainings, meetings, workshops, farewell parties, and the end of year staff party, etc.
  • Conduct training for all staff to ensure policies are practiced by all staff and in place e.g. Mandatory Reporting etc.
  • Perform other duties as needed or requested by the Field Manager or the Senior Operations Coordinator.





Key Working Relationships 

External: Local and International NGOs, Government Parastatals i.e., Town Council, District Council, Government Hospital Staff, etc., National Police, Security Agency, NGOs

Internal: Field Coordinator and Leads, Program Managers, Program Staff, Administration Staff, Finance Managers and Supply Chain Staff.

Qualifications  

Education (Knowledge):   

  • University Degree or Diploma in Business Administration or similar professional qualification.

Experience:

  • Previous experience working within the management team of a large organization
  • 3-5 years with an international agency, preferably in a management position

Skill & Abilities:  

Preferred: 

  • Proven skills in HR and Administration with strong personnel management experience  Excellent organization skills. Attention to detail, closely following established procedures. 
  • Ability to organize task, provide supervision to admin team and identify priorities. Must have strong organizational diplomacy and communications skills; proven computer literacy (Microsoft words and excel) 
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines 
  • Self-starter with ability to work independently 
  • Honest, responsible and in good physical condition to meet the demands of job. 
  • Good command in spoken and written in English

Mandatory:

  • Committed to the mission and principles of the International Rescue Committee;
  • Operational/Financial management – understand IRC policies and systems and applies them effectively, developing sound financial plans and budgets and can effectively obtain, allocate and utilize resources;
  • Applies effective utilization of resources;
  • Program Management – Oversees and/or manages the design and monitoring;
  • The ability to build a team environment, empowering employees by effective delegation, motivating, rewards and manages conflict with employees as appropriate;
  • The ability to accurately assess a situation before making a decision, examining problems from different viewpoints;

Judgment – Is able to sort through competing priorities, make sound well informed decisions and identify issues problems and opportunities;

  • Decisiveness – Can make decisions in a timely manner identifying problems early enough and informing the line manager
  • Results driven – ensures goals, objectives and deadlines are met;
  • Role model – Builds effective work practices through role model;
  • Respectful both within the organization and with external interactions and sensitive to ramifications of decisions;
  • Self-Management – Knows own strengths and weaknesses and acts accordingly, copes well with pressure and adapts and learns;
  • Can communicate effectively both verbally and in written communication across all departments;
  • Interpersonal skills – Listens willingly to concerns of others and provides feedback, gaining commitment by persuasiveness not demands;
  • The ability to be an effective negotiator in conflict situations handling the conflict effectively and constantly working towards a win/win situation;
  • Lives up to commitments and works towards the aims of the organization, showing consistency between words and actions and always acting with integrity.

Mode of Application

All applications must be done using the below link and should include a cover letter, updated CV, names of three referees and their active telephone and email contacts, copies of professional certificates and testimonial

APPLY

Please ensure that all attached files are less than 2 megabytes (2MB) for any one message that is sent.

A copy of your application letter, updated CV, labour card and all other supporting documents should be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour – New England or to the nearest Ministry of Labour office nationwide.

Please contact any of our offices captioned below for further information and/or detailed requirements or call on 076-471-796.  

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

 





4.) MEL Manager

 

Job Description

4 Off Hill Cot Road

Freetown

Sierra Leone

Tel: (232) 76-471-796

E-mail: SL-Administration@theirc.org

Position:   MEL Manager

Grade:   7B

Location:     Bo

Sector     Health

Reports to:     Infection Prevention and Control Specialist

Duration:     12 months, with possibility of extension based on performance and funding

Deadline for Application:    8th June 2022

(Only the applicants who have applied via the IRC Website Cornerstone and shortlisted for interview will be contacted). 

Background/IRC Summary: 

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

The IRC has worked in Sierra Leone since 1999 and currently programs across three core sectors: 1) Health 2) Women and Girls’ Protection and Empowerment (WGPE), and 3) Education. The IRC is committed to supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in the strengthening of the country and has offices in Bo, Kailahun, Kenema, and Kono, with national geographic reach through partners. We seek to build upon our programming experience and introduce new programs that are adaptive, collaborative and evidence-driven, leading to a more educated, safe, healthy, and empowered Sierra Leone. Infection prevention and control (IPC) is an essential component of healthcare quality and patient safety. In its operational districts, the IRC plans to support district hospitals and primary health care units (PHUs) in Sierra Leone to improve their IPC and WASH practices with the goal to reduce mortality and morbidity due to hospital (or healthcare) associated infections (HAIs).

Job Overview/Summary:

The purpose of the M&E Manager position is to coordinate the collection, compilation, consolidation, and analysis of data to track IPC and WASH activities, monitor progress and support impact measurement.  S/he will conduct development research, engage in reflective practice, and generate lessons from projects/program and prepare M&E plans for the IPC and WASH interventions.  With oversight from the MEL Coordinator, s/he will be responsible for establishing and ensuring better field level data management systems for the IPC and WASH program. S/he will contribute to the existing client response mechanisms and ensure program staff participation in M&E activities. The position holder will closely work with sector officers, front line staff, and health facility staffs. S/he also will work closely with the MEL Coordinator on technical matters and report to the IPC and WASH Specialist.

Major Responsibilities:

Program/project design and learning

  • Responsible for the development and continuous update of M&E, and measurement tools and systems on timely fashion for IPC and WASH projects.
  • Support to develop and make sure all the projects in the IPC and WASH interventions have tested monitoring tools that capture both program activity and indicator progress.
  • Take part in evaluations, surveys quarterly assessments on status of IPC implementation in assigned PHUs.
  • Organize periodic data reviews, reflective practice, evaluation, and progress review events by involving communities and local partners.
  • With support from the MEL Coordinator, IPC and WASH Specialist, and Senior Health Coordinator, establish and maintain project level information management system.
  • Responsible for proactively ensuring networking and sharing of lessons from the IPC and WASH program with strategic partners and other stakeholders including government.





Monitoring and evaluation

  • Responsible for tracking progress of IPC and WASH interventions against work plans.
  • Responsible for ensuring the on-time execution of IPC and WASH projects major monitoring and evaluation events including but not limited to baseline survey, mid-term evaluation, final evaluation, data quality audit and field supervision.
  • Responsible for providing technical support to project staff and DHMT on information management system, proper data collection and record keeping.
  • Responsible for updating project M&E plan timely and provide feedback to program staff on status and quality of implementation.
  • Responsible for IPC and WASH monthly and/or quarterly performance indicator analysis, including generation of reports as well as presentations for staff related to on-going performance.
  • Responsible for conducting regular data verification exercises to ensure reporting and collection of quality data.
  • Responsible for documenting findings from data quality audits and store in project files to ensure collective and sustainable access.
  • Actively participate in and contribute to M&E team activities, system assessments, development, and implementation of new systems and/or tools aimed at strengthening overall M&E practices at IRC Sierra Leone.
  • Responsible for closely working with Health staff to ensure they follow correct procedures and criteria during beneficiary registration.
  • Contribute to providing M&E inputs for IPC and WASH report written during project implementation.

Information management and reporting

  • Support in establishing and maintaining IPC and WASH project information management system.
  • Responsible for submitting project data set to update country office wide program database on monthly basis.
  • Responsible for compiling IPC and WASH regular project monitoring report, including lessons learned and application of evaluation recommendations.
  • Support to ensuring all projects have downward/ forward client responsiveness mechanisms and works with project staff to make sure its implementation.
  • Responsible for the orientation of IPC and WASH staff on the monitoring tools and train them how to use data for decision making.
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Key Working Relationships:

Position directly supervised by: Infection Prevention and Control Specialist

Indirect technical reporting: MEL Coordinator, Senior Health coordinator

Qualifications

  • Degree in statistics, computer science/information management/or any other related field.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PSS, EPIinfo, KOBO/ODK PowerPoint etc.)
  • Proficient in Data analysis and visualization
  • Knowledge of CommCare and PowerBi
  • At least five-year experience working in monitoring and evaluation preferred.
  • Strong data collection, analysis, and report writing skills required.
  • Ability to work independently, think analytically and take initiative in solving problems.
  • Ability to communicate technical issues effectively.
  • Experience in conducting assessment.

Desirable

  • Health background and working with primary health units.
  • Good verbal communication skills in local languages of Sierra Leone and working knowledge of English.

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, Child 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.

Mode of Application: 

All applications must be done using the below link and should include a cover letter, updated CV, names of three referees and their active telephone and email contacts, copies of professional certificates and testimonial

APPLY

Please ensure that all attached files are less than 2 megabytes (2MB) for any one message that is sent.

A copy of your application letter, updated CV, labour card and all other supporting documents should be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour – New England or to the nearest Ministry of Labour office nationwide.

Please contact any of our offices captioned below for further information and/or detailed requirements or call on 076-471-796.  

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY





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Job Vacancies @ Jhpiego – 2 Positions (Sierra Leone)

Jhpiego is recruiting to fill the following positions:

1.) Maternal Newborn Health/Quality Improvement Advisor
2.) Family Planning Technical Advisor

 

See job details and how to apply below.

 

1.) Maternal Newborn Health/Quality Improvement Advisor

 

Job Description

Department: Jhpiego Sierra Leone

Position Reports To:  Country Director

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone





Overview:

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155 countries, Jhpiego has worked to prevent the needless deaths of women and their families. Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria, and IPC/WASH. 

MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) is part of a suite of innovative awards funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to holistically improve family planning (FP) and maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) in host-countries around the world. MCGL Sierra Leone is a field buy-in project focused at the national and district levels to support the Government of Sierra Leone and local partners to maintain the population’s access to and use of essential MNCH services and FP/RH care within the current context of COVID-19. The project will also work towards ensuring the provision of safe water, sanitation and hygienic (WASH) conditions within MCGL supported facilities, and adherence to evidence-based hygiene behaviors within the COVID-19 context. MCGL Sierra Leone will work on capacity and systems strengthening at multiple levels of the health system.

About the Position:

Jhpiego is seeking a Maternal Newborn Health/Quality Improvement (MNH/QI) Advisor to provide technical and program support in the areas of maternal and newborn health, with a wide range of potential activities, including support for MNH service delivery continuity; translation of global guidance into recommended health system actions; and critical review of current evidence and corresponding gaps in policy, guidelines, and action at country level.

The MNH/QI Advisor will also work to improve the quality of health service implementation at the facility levels by collaborating with relevant partners, aligning interventions with the Ministry of Health (MOH), ensuring the institutionalization of quality assurance and quality improvement.





Responsibilities:

  • Provide quality technical assistance to country programs by facilitating and implementing activities, supporting country programs with strategic program guidance, staff training, and capacity building.  Contribute to the development of evidence-based, methodologically-sound clinical training materials and standards, mentoring systems, and other materials needed for program implementation. Ensure that the programs that are assisted are technically sound, evidence-based, and responsive to the priorities and needs of the countries and donors.
  • Provide input to and ensure quality technical approaches are implemented in county programs by working closely with program staff to provide inputs into country workplans and reports and to review program data and results to inform decision-making and technical strategies.
  • Coordinate the assessment and analysis of clinical service delivery issues that impede access to care, and the development and testing of appropriate strategies for long-term, sustainable resolution.
  • Support MNH innovations and the development of new products and approaches in MNH including essential and basic and/or comprehensive emergency obstetric and newborn care, advancement of program efforts to strengthen MNH service delivery platforms, and quality improvement strategies to support MNH care, and other areas.
  • Coordinate the design of implementation research that may promote new initiatives and innovations for future adoption, i.e. in the area of MNH integration.
  • Work with relevant parties to finalize national quality improvement clinical standards in maternal newborn and child health, family planning, malaria, emergency care, communicable and non- communicable disease prevention and control.
  • Conduct trainings on quality improvement using MoHS quality improvement approach.
  • Assess, identify gaps, provide feedback, and report on the status of meeting QI/QA MNH clinical standards. Develop action plans to assist in the implementation of appropriate measures in healthcare facilities. Provide monitoring, mentoring and refresher trainings when necessary.
  • Establish/strengthen QI/QA committees and process documentation.
  • Provide technical assistance in building the capacity of the county and district level staff related to MNH quality standards.
  • Submit regular activity reports on identified gaps, measures implemented, achievements, challenges, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement to the MoHS.
  • Regularly meet with and mentor all relevant parties on the QI/QA Teams, specifically the QA/QI clinical mentors.
  • Represent Jhpiego to donors, partners (including WHO, UNICEF, UNFPA, FIGO and ICM), and other external stakeholders. Assist in establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with counterparts and donors to maximize Jhpiego’s impact.  Engage in the business development/proposal process by identifying and supporting new opportunities and by contributing to the technical design, writing, and review of new proposals
  • Contribute to building Jhpiego’s reputation as a global leader in MNH by representing Jhpiego in external fora including international conferences and meetings, participating in opportunities to present and disseminate learning from country implementation, and contributing to the development of peer-reviewed publications.
  • Actively participate in MNH knowledge management activities by ensuring knowledge sharing and best practices are shared with staff globally, and that existing knowledge is leveraged in planning, decision-making and providing technical assistance. Support the documentation of program results in international conferences and peer-reviewed journals and publications
  • Provide support to the realization of external communication priorities including supporting the development of success stories, blogs and other program and technical related communication materials that demonstrate Jhpiego’s technical expertise, results and programming excellence
  • Contribute to increasing depth and strength of Jhpiego’s technical capacity in areas of strategic technical expertise, by identifying consultants and potential new staff worldwide, including conducting training and providing technical assistance and mentoring as required.  Motivate and mentor assigned staff and consultants.

Required Qualifications:

  • Nurse, midwife, or physician with MPH or equivalent experience
  • Five years of relevant technical experience implementing and/or managing international field-based MNH programs
  • Demonstrated experience in the strategic design and implementation of capacity building programs for improving service delivery and/or human and organizational performance
  • Ability to develop technical capacity in regional and national programs and technical staff in the areas maternal and newborn health, performance, and quality improvement
  • Awareness of, sensitivity to, and experience in working in multiple socio-economic settings and with multi-cultural staff and groups
  • Ability to develop productive working relationships with counterparts in other agencies and organizations worldwide
  • Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills
  • Excellent skills in facilitation, team building, and coordination
  • Fluent English language skills





Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Strong clinical background and experience

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to:  SL-Recruitment@jhpiego.org

Deadline for the submission of applications: 3rd June, 2022. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 


2.) Family Planning Technical Advisor

 

Job Description

Departament:  Jhpiego Sierra Leone

Position Reports To:  Country Director

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone

Overview:

Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with The Johns Hopkins University. For 40 years and in over 155 countries, Jhpiego has worked to prevent the needless deaths of women and their families. Jhpiego Corporation has been providing technical support to the Ministries of Health in partner countries across the globe for the past 40 years in a variety of technical areas including cervical cancer treatment and prevention, community health, HIV and AIDS, maternal and newborn health, health workforce capacity development (both pre-service and in-service), family planning, malaria, and IPC/WASH.

MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) is part of a suite of innovative awards funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to holistically improve family planning (FP) and maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH) in host-countries around the world. MCGL Sierra Leone is a field buy-in project focused at the national and district levels to support the Government of Sierra Leone and local partners to maintain the population’s access to and use of essential MNCH services and FP/RH care within the current context of COVID-19. The project also works towards ensuring the provision of safe water, sanitation and hygienic (WASH) conditions within MCGL supported facilities, and adherence to evidence-based hygiene behaviors within the COVID-19 context. MCGL Sierra Leone will work on capacity and systems strengthening at multiple levels of the health system.





About this role: 

The FP Technical Advisor will ensure implementation of high-quality technical approaches to family planning that reflect best practices. They will represent Jhpiego Sierra Leone and MCGL in Sierra Leone externally to demonstrate Jhpiego technical capacity and program impact and will serve an important role in ensuring results, knowledge, and learning from Jhpiego’s programs are shared and used internally and externally. The strengths that the FP Technical Advisor will bring to the team will allow for support to any of these technical sub-areas: implementation, research design and protocol development, collaborative learning, adaptive management, social and behavior change, human centered design, instructional design, clinical service delivery, quality of care, policy and advocacy, family planning in context of strengthening health systems, primary or universal health coverage, family planning integrated into maternal health care (including postpartum and post-abortion care), private sector engagement, gender integration, adolescent-responsive services, or related functions critical to MCGL SL.

Responsibilities: 

  • Provide quality technical assistance in FP to MCGL SL and SLMA by facilitating and implementing activities, contributing to the development of FP-related products and materials, and supporting the identification to advance the project FP strategy through integration and implementation of key technical interventions and activities into the program.
  • Ensure quality FP/RH technical approaches are implemented in MCGL SL by working closely with program staff to provide inputs into workplans and reports and to review program data and results to inform decision-making and technical strategies.
  • Help ensure quality assurance by participating in the development of global resources for technical interventions and routinely utilizing program data to identify program and country program quality issues and trends and recommend strategies to resolve them.
  • Enable the development of others through mentoring, coaching so they can attain success, support capacity building, coaching and mentoring of staff and local partners by developing learning activities and materials to support capacity building in relevant FP topics.  Contribute to staff orientation and technical updates to ensure staff possess excellent knowledge of technical area, global strategies, practices and approaches. Facilitate peer-learning between experienced professions in the field.
  • Advance Jhpiego’s technical leadership reputation, drive at least one agenda and global organizational activity/strategy, serve on external advisory or working groups, represent Jhpiego in key global and regional technical meetings and committees, participate in the production of global guidance and reference documents, participate in external advisory or working groups and participate in the development of peer-reviewed publications for the unit.
  • Organize and facilitate virtual learning events and convenings, making optimal use of appropriate technologies.
  • Contribute to learning agendas of the FP unit or of global awards through eliciting key research questions aligned with global FP strategic priorities, and, if appropriate, in the design and implementation of implementation research, including development of protocols and research tools, co-facilitating training of study teams, the documentation of activities and results, and the writing of synthesis publications.
  • Represent Jhpiego, MCGL and relevant programs to donors, partners, and other external stakeholders.
  • Assist in establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with counterparts and donors to maximize Jhpiego’s impact.  Provide technical input to new business development opportunities (e.g., writing, technical design leadership, subject matter expertise, red team review).
  • Provide substantive technical inputs into the development of MOUs and SOWs for sub-awards, FAA recipients and consultants to ensure quality technical approaches across partners and consultants.
  • Actively participate in knowledge management activities for technical area by ensuring the transfer of state-of-the-art knowledge, lessons learned and best practices are shared with staff globally, and that existing knowledge is leveraged in planning, decision-making and providing technical assistance.  Identify and inform Director, FP team colleagues, field-based technical advisors and Country Directors of successes, challenges and lessons learned.
  • Conduct and facilitate internal or interagency technical working group meetings and consultations with internal and external stakeholders, in relevant global leadership priority area assigned.
  • Contribute to building Jhpiego’s reputation as a global leader in FP/RH by representing Jhpiego in external fora including international conferences and meetings, participating in opportunities to present and disseminate learning from country implementation, and contributing to the development of peer-reviewed publications.
  • Provide support to the realization of external communication priorities including supporting the development of success stories, blogs and other program and technical related communication materials that demonstrate Jhpiego’s technical expertise, results and programming excellence.





Required Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in public health, nursing, midwifery, behavioral science, health administration, public administration, or related degree.
  • 5 years of progressively responsible technical experience in family planning/reproductive health programs.
  • Specialty area within FP/RH programming in one (or more) of the following areas: social and behavior change, human centered design, implementation research, FP Integration, private sector engagement, gender, adolescent sexual and reproductive health, policy and advocacy, instructional design, data analytics, data visualization.
  • Experience with proposal writing and new business development
  • Excellent interpersonal and written and oral presentation skills.
  • Experience with conducting implementation research
  • Field oriented and comfortable with a team approach
  • Comprehensive understanding of current global health funding priorities and players
  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
  • Fluent English language skills
  • Ability to travel independently in new environments
  • Appreciates socio-cultural differences in countries
  • Ability to work in complex environments charged with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
  • Aware of and sensitive to working in multiple socio-economic settings and with multi-cultural groups in a developing country environment

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with USAID-funded reproductive health program

Qualified persons are required to send their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and application letter to:  SL-Recruitment@jhpiego.org

Deadline for the submission of applications: 3rd June, 2022. Please note that given the likely high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 





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