Project Coordinator IMPAACT4HIV in Sierra Leone At Solthis

ABOUT US

Solthis is a global health NGO, founded 20 years ago, which works for prevention and access to quality healthcare for all, by sustainably strengthening healthcare systems and services. We focus on women’s, mothers’ and children’s health, and on major pandemics such as HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis. Solthis is a development NGO, present in West Africa with 6 country offices, which, in partnership with local actors, deploys projects including operational research, capacity building and advocacy.

Solthis applies a policy of non-discrimination in recruitment based solely on the skills, experience and interpersonal skills of its candidates, and under no circumstances bases its selection criteria on notions such as gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious affiliation or state of health (pathology and/or disability). We therefore encourage you all to apply.

To complete our operational team based in Sierra Leone, we are looking for a:

Project Coordinator IMPAACT4HIV in Sierra Leone

Contract duration: Fixed-term contract (one year renewable with the possibility of extension for the whole duration of the project)

Status: National

Base of assignment: Freetown, Sierra Leone (with regular missions in Western Urban and Rural Areas)

Availability: Before 1st of May 2024

BACKGROUND

The IMPAACT4HIV project will pilot innovative models of disease management for people living with advanced HIV (children, adults and adolescents) through a simplified, decentralized approach in target countries. It will focus on early detection, identification and decentralized management in primary structures and community channels. This includes rapid diagnosis of HIV, disease and opportunistic infections, linkage to antiretroviral treatment, short-course therapy with enhanced prophylaxis and treatment of opportunistic diseases, and a management strategy for severe bacterial infections. The project will implement community-based, people-centered approaches and introduce innovative tools to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of services.

The project, funded by UNITAID, will be managed by a consortium led by Aurum with DNDI, PATA, MAA and SOLTHIS, and implemented in South Africa, Côte d’Ivoire, Mozambique, DRC and Sierra Leone. It will run for 42 months (about 3 and a half years) from January 2024. SOLTHIS will oversee deployment in Côte d’Ivoire and Sierra Leone.

The SOLTHIS team will comprise a Program Coordinator based in Abidjan and two implementation teams in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) and Freetown (Sierra Leone). In this context, we are looking for a Project Coordinator to oversee the overall implementation of the project in Sierra Leone.

SPECIFIC TASKS

The IMPAACT4HIV Project Coordinator in Sierra Leone is responsible for the overall management of the project in the country. He or she oversees implementing activities and achieving the objectives set out in the contract with the donor, as well as managing his or her team, representing the project to partners and stakeholders, and overseeing the administrative and financial aspects of the project. He/she works under the direct coordination of the IMPAACT4HIV program coordinator based in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

1- Implementation and monitoring

• Implements activities in line with SOLTHIS quality standards, objectives and donor commitments.
• Supervises the development and implementation of the M&E plan.
• Ensures the production and quality of defined deliverables.
• Ensures internal and external reporting.
• Nurtures and strengthens relationships with in-country partnersEnsures project capitalization and communication

2- Administrative and financial follow-up

• Manages the project budget in collaboration with the Administrative and Financial Manager (AFM).
• Ensures that SOLTHIS’ and the project donor’s administrative and financial procedures are disseminated and respected within the team, and that they are properly applied.
• Guarantees the application of the fraud and abuse prevention and management procedure within the project.

3-Supervision and team management

• Recruits and manages his/her team
• Sets annual objectives and carries out regular individual reviews
• Develops team dynamics and creates a healthy working environment in line with SOLTHIS values and HR principles.
• Ensures the application of the Prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) procedure within the project

4- Project development

• Contributes to the development and search for funding for a possible 2nd phase of the project and new projects within his / her area of expertise.

5-Compliance with safety regulations

• Ensures compliance with safety regulations, particularly when traveling within the country
• Informs the country Program Coordinator of any political/social/humanitarian issues that may affect the security management of the mission

PROFILE REQUIRED

Education

• Hold a medical Degree (Doctorate in medicine with significant experience in the field of HIV)

Experience

• Proven experience of at least 5 years in implementing HIV-related projects in West Africa.
• Experience in introducing innovative health approaches in line with international recommendations.
• Experience in collaborating with various institutional partners, including Ministry of Health, National AIDS Control Program, National AIDS Secretary, PEPFAR, and CSOs working in HIV.

Qualities and skills

• You have a Doctorate in Medicine and you worked with HIV+ patients
• You are familiar with project management, operational management (including M&E) and budgeting, as well as managing institutional funding.
• You can lead a multidisciplinary team and create a team dynamic.
• You are autonomous and able to make proposals.
• You are committed to passing on high-quality knowledge.
• Your analytical, drafting and summarizing skills are such that you are comfortable producing reports and drafting projects.
• You are good at anticipating, planning and you are well organized in your work
• Your flexibility and adaptability will enable you to manage stress.
• You are recognized for your ability to work in partnerships and networks.
• You stand out for your ability to represent, dialogue and advocate with health authorities.
• You are fluent in English and able to work in French.

PAY

Salary: Depending on contract status (National or international), experience in a similar position, and according to the SOLTHIS salary scale