CARITAS BO in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Sanitation is seeking for employment self motivated, committed, qualified and visionary health professionals with sufficient knowledge and experience for the Bo Midwifery School which starts operations in September 2017.
Caritas Bo is a member of the global federation of 165 Caritas member organizations. In Sierra Leone, it is one of the four Diocesan Development Organizations working in the four Southern Districts (Bo, Bonthe, Moyamba and Pujehun Districts). Over the years, Caritas Bo has worked in Collaboration with the Ministries of Health and Sanitation, Social Welfare Gender and Children’s Affairs, Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security the and Ministry of Education. In the Health Sector, Caritas Bo supports both primary and secondary health service delivery at PHU Levels as well as at its Catholic Referral Hospital In Serabu. With a € 1.3 million grant from its partners BMZ and Action Medeor, Caritas Bo now seeks to contribute the health systems strengthening drive in Sierra Leone.
OUR VISION: A society devoid of extreme poverty where everyone is assured of a daily bread, equity and peaceful co-existence.
Our Mission:
- Eradicating extreme poverty
- Restoring human dignity and
- Promoting social justice
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – PRINCIPAL / ADMINISTRATOR OF MIDWIFERY SCHOOL BO (1)
QUALIFICATION: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing specializing in Midwifery, with a Diploma in Midwifery Education and a Masters Degree in a relevant discipline.
EXPERIENCE: At least five (5) years of administrative work experience in nursing/midwifery Education
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To coordinate and manage activities of students and staff recruitment as well as supervision and capacity building of staff, promotion of the training and selection of students. Successful candidate will provide professional leadership in the day to day running of the school and its strategic planning, performing roles in the training and teaching of students and trainees as required. The selected candidate will also be involved in the development of the curriculum, setting up time table,skills lab, development of school concept prior to school start and reporting on activities.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Proven track record or previous planning and administration
- Demonstration of previous leadership roles and responsibilities
- Experience in training/teaching and transfer of knowledge
- Track record of communication and facilitation skills
- Ability to write quality reports in English and meet deadlines
SALARY: (Le106,400,000) per annum
Starting date: As soon as possible
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – Midwifery Tutors (3)
QUALIFICATION: B Sc Degree in nursing plus a Diploma in Midwifery Education, registration with the Nurses and Midwives Board and a valid license
EXPERIENCE: Capable of impacting the necessary required knowledge for students to be extremely responsible and able to calmly deal with the emotional demands of caring for a mother and her new child during and after birth. Strong communication skills and a helpful and caring nature that can help students to set a mother’s mind at ease. At least four years teaching experience in a medical discipline with a midwifery bias.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB: Transfer essential competencies for Basic Midwifery Practice including:
- Social epidemiology and cultural context of maternal and newborn
- Pre-pregnancy Care and Family Planning
- Care during labour and birth
- Care for women during the Post Partum period
- Facilitation of abortion related Care
SALARY: (Le.35,280,000) per annum
Starting date: April 2017
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – Librarian/IT(1)
QUALIFICATION: A degree in library science / IT
EXPERIENCE: Must be capable to follow publishing and media trends closely, as well as be up to date on the latest computer technology. Skills in acquiring and organizing new materials for the library and deleting obsolete items.
SALARY: (Le.33,810,000) per annum
Starting date: July 2017
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – Security
QUALIFICATION:
EXPERIENCE: perform surveillance functions within the facility. They may monitor security cameras to determine whether there are any potential problems. By monitoring the security cameras and the building itself, security personnel can watch for signs of break-in or for other problems, such as fire, a burst sprinkler or something else that might cause damage.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
- Admission Control
- To have a desk at or near the front of the building
Have control access to the building. This may be in the form of direct control, such as having to open or close the door to admit people inside the facility.
Giving out of visitor’s badge, or requiring visitors to sign in and out of the facility.
SALARY: Negotiable (Agency Firms are encouraged to apply)
Starting date: March 2017
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – Guidance Counsellor (1)
QUALIFICATION: A master’s degree in education counseling.
EXPERIENCE:
2-3 years classroom instruction and practical experience working with real students. Including skills in:
- Counseling Processes
- Ethical Issues in Counseling
- Career Development for Students
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Help solve personal, social and academic problems in the school. Teach students to identify problems, such as alcohol and substance abuse, family violence. Teach and practice conflict resolution skills to resolve these problems.
SALARY: (Le. 22,050,000) per annum
Starting date: September 2017
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – House Keeper / Gardener (1)
QUALIFICATION: Basic Education Certificate Level or able to read and write English
EXPERIENCE: Previous Experience in similar position at institutional level.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To keep the compound and facility clean and conducive for learning, caring and watering plants, execute simple maintenance works on facility (buildings)?
SALARY: (Le14,700,000) per annum
Starting date: March 2017
- VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – Cleaner (2)
QUALIFICATION: Basic Education Certificate Level or able to read and write English
EXPERIENCE: Previous Experience in similar position at institutional level.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To keep the compound and facility clean and conducive for learning
SALARY: (Le8,000,000) per annum
Starting date: May 2017
GENERAL INFORMATION TO ALL APPLICANTS :
All application letters should quote the title of the position applied for and also provide the following details:
– Motivation letter
– Brief summary of career with competencies (Curriculum Vitae)
– Certified true copies of academic and professional certificates
– At least two references from supervisors indicating the number of years of work experience
– Certificate of good standing and registration to practice as health professional in Sierra Leone
All applications should be addressed to:
The Programme Assistant,
Caritas Bo
14 New Gerihun Road Bo
E-mail: caritasbo2014@gmail.com
Closing for the receipt of all applications is Friday, 24th February, 2017.
NOTE: Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted