PHC Senior Project Officer

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

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

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

• Coordinate and document all aspects of the Primary Care program, including planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, meetings, training, and travel.
• Provide operational input into work plans and reports, ensuring alignment with project goals and donor requirements.
• Monitor project implementation and budget execution, supporting timely and efficient delivery of activities.
• Following up on infrastructure projects to improve timely delivery and efficiency of service.
• Review PHC work plan and follow up with key stakeholders to ensure all activities that are committed to, are delivered according to plan.
• Review procurement and supply chain processes to ensure continuous availability of essential medicines and supplies, identifying areas for improvement.
• Support data collection, analysis, and reporting on program performance, including achievements, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Prepare timely reports (monthly, quarterly, and annual) for internal and donor use.
• Develop data visualizations and information products to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Identify project risks and support development of mitigation strategies.
• Maintain strong working relationships with MOH counterparts, donors, and implementing partners to ensure effective coordination.

• Required Minimum bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline e.g., Business Administration, Public Health, Social Sciences, or similar
• Between 2-3 years relevant work experience, e.g., with international NGOs, in healthcare, in business, etc.
• Be able and experience to manage multiple grants as required.
• A highly compliant donor funds would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability in managing competing tasks and priorities
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong writer; highly numerate. Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
• Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions Interest in social justice, healthcare, and a preferential option for the poor Professional proficiency in English is required Must not hold dual employment Preferred
• Previous experience working in a role that interfaces with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation
• Previous experience working on health systems strengthening and/or reproductive, maternal, child and adolescent health and nutrition
• Previous experience on high-compliance donor-funded projects with donors such as USAID, CDC, FCDO, Global Fund, World Bank, EU, GAC etc. 
• Previous experience working across multiple districts in Sierra Leone Advanced coursework in public health, project management etc.   

The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organization’s safeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

As a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures

The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organization’s safeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

As a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures