Job Description

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL 

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT 

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.  

The four programming areas that GOAL Global concentrates on are People Survive Crisis, People Have Resilient Health,  People Have Food and Nutrition Security, and People Have Sustainable Livelihoods. Both contexts of protracted crises and  long-term development involve these actions. 

As an organization that focuses on achieving its strategic objectives, GOAL incorporates an internship program that provides  individuals with an opportunity to grow professionally, identify personal strengths and weaknesses, apply learned theory to  practical situations, and gain an appreciation of the role, duties, and responsibilities of the work that they have chosen as a  career.  

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

OVERVIEW  

The Communication Intern will support the Communication Officer and play a critical role in collecting material and  developing and implementing traditional and innovative communications campaigns to project GOAL Sierra Leone’s (SL)  voice and profile our vision and program of work.  

The ideal candidate will be a media and digital enthusiast, with exceptional writing skills and some graphic design and  photography skills and will have a strong interest in developing a career in communications.  

GOAL Sierra Leone is seeking an enthusiastic and career focused communication intern to assist GOAL’s Communication  Officer in Sierra Leone with the following: 

1. Assist in gathering impact stories  
2. Assist in monitoring key mainstream and new media channels reporting on relevant news articles and mentions.  3. Assist in developing regular content for the GOAL Sierra Leone newsletter.  
3. Supporting in media coordination for conferences and events.  
4. Assist in taking photographs and videos, including interviews, during events and project visits. 

Requirements  

The person must possess the following: 

➢ Be enrolled or a recent graduate in university studying Mass Communication, Journalism or Public Relations. 

➢ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse teams and  stakeholders. 

➢ Proficient use of Microsoft Office packages  

➢ Strong interpersonal communication skills 

➢ A Skill in adobe packages could be an advantage. 

GOAL and GOAL workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in GOAL code of conduct. The staff must also  adhere to the following GOAL Policies: Child Protection Anti- fraud, Anti- bribery, Conflict of interest, Protection against  sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) and whistle blowing policies.  

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. 

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 – 20th December 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 based on race, sex, colour,  religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.  

“FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY”