PROJECT Manager

Job Description

Baptist Convention of Sierra Leone (BCSL), a faith-based organization which is committed to inclusive development and community transformation. In partnership with CBM and other stakeholders, BCSL implements projects that promote disability inclusion, health, education, and livelihoods.

The Convention also oversees the Baptist Eye Hospital Lunsar (BEHL), a specialized secondary facility providing essential eye care services in Sierra Leone. Through its linkage with BEHL, BCSL integrates clinical expertise with community-based programming, ensuring that eye health interventions are both accessible and sustainable.

BCSL is looking to recruit an individual to fill in the post of Project Manager in their Lunsar Office.

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager oversees the coordination and implementation of the project, ensuring goals and activities are achieved. Based in Lunsar, He/she collaborates with the project team, partners, and stakeholders, and report to the BCSL Executive Committee.

• Main Tasks include:

• Lead and coordinate the project’s implementation across macro, meso, and micro levels.
• Plan, manage, and implement all project activities throughout the cycle, ensuring alignment with CBM’s quality standards, donor requirements, and best practices.
• Supervise and support project staff, including performance management and individual development planning.
• Promote team dynamics, skills development, and staff well-being.
• Ensure effective financial and administrative management of the project, including quality reporting and compliance with donor guidelines and timelines.
• Liaise and collaborate with CBM, MHC, government ministries, municipalities, and community stakeholders to foster project ownership and sustainability.
• Conduct regular field visits to monitor activities and provide technical support to partners.
• Strengthen partner staff capacity for quality project implementation.
• Represent the project and BCSL in steering committee meetings and external forums.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Nationality : Sierra Leonean.
• Master’s degree in public health, Social Sciences (e.g., Sociology, Anthropology), Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience managing donor-funded development projects, particularly with institutional donors (e.g., BMZ, EU, USAID).
• Proven experience in project coordination or management within national or international NGOs.
• Experience in developing and managing large-scale, consortium-based projects.
• Strong background in results-based management and the project cycle, including assessment, monitoring, evaluation, budgeting, and financial oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to manage internal and external partnerships, especially with government entities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Familiarity with disability inclusion and gender-responsive programming.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
• Professional proficiency in English (mandatory).
• Knowledge of local languages such as Temne and Krio (required).
• Category B driving license (an asset).
• Demonstrates alignment with CBM and BCSL values in daily work.

Deadline for the submission of applications is 20^th March 2026. All interested applicants should apply and attach detailed curriculum vitae including details of at least 2 referees with copies of their relevant certificates – addressed to:

The Project Manager

C/o Baker Tilly SL

Baker Tilly House

37 Siaka Stevens Street

Freetown

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted