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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL 

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone 

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability  reduction through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions, with a primary focus on improving  Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy.  GOAL is also improving rural water supply, urban WASH focusing on faecal sludge management and promoting social  inclusion, empowerment, and the promotion of decent work through systems-based programme approaches and  community led social and behavioral change. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban (Freetown), Kambia,  Bombali, Koinadugu, Moyamba and Kenema Districts, with funding from Irish Aid, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the  European Union, Charity: Water and DFID.  

General Description of the Programme 

GOAL has been engaged in implementing charity water funded project in rural communities in Gaura, Tunkia Dama,  Koya Noma Simbaru, Wandor and Gorama-mende chiefdoms in Kenema district since early 2018. 

In line with Government of Sierra Leones Water and Sanitation policy, the National Rural Water Supply and Sanitation  Programme as well as the Sustainable Developmental Goals, GOAL is contributing towards government’s efforts of  increasing access to safe and sustainable water to the rural population of Kenema by refocusing its strategy which  seeks to strengthen its relationship and service delivery through a Public and Private Partnership approach. Therefore,  GOAL have been closely working with Ministry of health and Sanitation, Ministry of Water Resources and Kenema  District Council (KDC) through in ensuring that the above Government goals are met 

On this note, GOAL Sierra Leone would like to invite well experienced and professional applicants  for the undermentioned position: 

Job Summary 

General Description of GOAL’s Work in Sierra Leone 

GOAL has been present in Sierra Leone since 1999, with an overall aim to contribute to poverty and vulnerability  reduction through the implementation of integrated, multi-sectoral interventions, with a primary focus on improving  Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent health (RMNCAH) specifically addressing teenage pregnancy.  GOAL is also improving rural water supply, urban WASH focusing on fecal sludge management and promoting social  inclusion, empowerment, and the promotion of decent work through systems-based programme approaches and  community led social and behavioral change. GOAL currently operates in Western Area Urban (Freetown), Kambia,  Bombali, Koinadugu, Moyamba and Kenema Districts, with funding from Irish Aid, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the  European Union, Charity: Water and DFID.  

General Description of the Programme 

GOAL has been engaged in implementing charity water funded project in rural communities in Gaura, Tunkia Dama,  Koya Noma Simbaru, Wandor and Gorama-mende chiefdoms in Kenema district since early 2018. And Moyamba  District since 2023 

In line with Government of Sierra Leones Water and Sanitation policy, the National Rural Water Supply and Sanitation  Programme as well as the Sustainable Developmental Goals, GOAL is contributing towards government’s efforts of 

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increasing access to safe and sustainable water to the rural population of Kenema by refocusing its strategy which  seeks to strengthen its relationship and service delivery through a Public and Private Partnership approach. Therefore,  GOAL have been closely working with Ministry of health and Sanitation, Ministry of Water Resources and Kenema  District Council (KDC) through in ensuring that the above Government goals are met 

Overview of the role 

The role of the VSLA Facilitator is to work on the VSLA group’s activities in the communities selected for the project.  

The VSAL Facilitator will work closely with Community Banks, District council, and Water Directorate to facilitate  discussions with community members and to promote VSLA activities and stimulate groups to drive to the VSLA  sustainability.  

The VSLA Facilitator will be responsible for VSLA interventions which are essential component of the project. She /He  will assist in the definition and set up of VSLA activities according to the GOAL proposal, log frame and work plan,  this will include  

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Coordinate all VSLA activities, Coaching supervising and monitor the village agents. 

• Conduct awareness/sensitization on VSLA groups and activities among communities and local leaders  • Facilitate community vulnerability process in target communities to assess community basic planning  for the VSLA groups. 
• Facilitate the identification, formation and mobilization of local structures such as VSLA groups,  Financial Institution and marketing groups in the village and district. 
• Facilitate beneficiary identification in consultation with the communities and local leaders using set  critical for the VSLA membership.  
• Facilitate the identification of the village level VSLA agents to ensure community awareness and  ownership/ sustainability of VSLA approach. 
• Oversee and regularly monitor where the VSLA groups are conducting the share purchase, social  Contribution and borrowing and repayment of loans to ensure proper documentation/ recording of the  VSLA field cash box. 
• Identify technical capacity and challenges of beneficiaries and village agent face and skill/ knowledge  they have in VSLA business development, income generating activities other engaged parties in  target communities.  
• Coach, supervise and mentor the village agent for effective facilitation and support of the VSLA and  income generating activities. 
• Ensure that VSLAs social funds are available to those members who face acute stress to serve as  emergency resources and ensure timely availability of project matching goal. 
• Liaise with the SBCC manager and Financial Inclusion Officer for all decisions related to VSLA and  carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the Manager. 

2. Monitoring, Evaluation, Documentation, Reporting and compliance  

• Develop work plan (weekly, monthly and quarterly report) to ensure effective implementation of the  VSLA related activities outlined in the project document 
• Track progress of the savings groups, VSLAs activities to see if targets set in the annual work plan are  achieved. 
• Facilitate the data collection from savings groups  
• Conduct assessment and document success stories  
• Participate in field level assessment and or evaluation of project performance/ activities  

3. Safeguarding 4 

• Maintain safe working environment for all staff/beneficiaries. 
• Ensure risk mitigation measures are in place and adhered to. 
• Ensure staff/beneficiaries fully understand Safeguarding reporting procedures. 
• Ensure Safeguarding measures are implemented within areas of responsibilities 
• Ensure do-no-harm to children and vulnerable adult we meet. 
• Follow-up, and address, Safeguarding issues appropriately.

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Requirements (Person Specification) 

Essential 

• The candidate must have diploma in Community Development, Banking and Finance, Social Work or  a related field,  
• have experience working with communities in a CBO or NGO environment  
• Basic computer skills with ability to use Microsoft word,  
• Able to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with people in many different  environments. 
• Ability to speak one of the local languages spoken in Kenema and Moyamba District 
• Able to work independently and act on own initiative. 
• Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills. 
• Strong experience of conducting/organising workshops, trainings, or meetings. 
• Capable of producing reliable and timely reports and familiar with community research methods. Desirable
• Ability to ride a motorbike on rough terrain or willingness to learn is an advantage • Good English language skills  

General terms and conditions 

GOAL has a Staff Code of Conduct and a Child Protection Policy, which have been developed to ensure the  maximum protection of programme participants and children from exploitation. GOAL also has a confidentiality policy  ensuring the non-disclosure of any information whatsoever relating to the practices and business of GOAL, acquired in  the course of duty, to any other person or organisation without authority, except in the normal execution of duty. Any  candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to these policies any job offer made is also subject to  police clearance. GOAL is an equal opportunities employer. 

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available. GOAL reserves the right to change this  document. Any published closing dates are estimated. Due to the nature of GOAL’s work we aim to fill vacancies as  quickly as possible. This means that we will close adverts as soon as we have found the right candidate, and this may  be before the published closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to submit an application as  early as possible. 

Safeguarding 

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be  safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place  them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this  on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection  process for all candidates.  

Accountability within GOAL 

Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity  policies. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of  accountability: 

• Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health  and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols. • Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our  programming area. 
• Report any concerns about inappropriate behaviour of a GOAL staff or partner.

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If you have these skills and interested in joining our committed and dynamic Team, please send your cover  letter and up-to-date CV to jobs@sl.goal.ie. on or before 5:30 pm – 16th September, 2024 please note  that a copy of the application letter must be sent to the NGO Desk Officer, Ministry of Labour, New England  or emailed to: employmentdesk71@gmail.com 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. 

GOAL provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.  

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”