Apply: IRC Technical Advisor

Deadline: Ongoing

Location: Freetown, Sierra Leone

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking to fill the role of Technical Advisor.

IRC is a global humanitarian aid, relief, and development non-governmental organisation.

Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation of the RMNCAH strategy in Sierra Leone
  • Contribute to national discussions and strategic planning exercises regarding RMNCAH strategy implementation in Sierra Leone
  • Facilitate and provide technical assistance and management support to the director, RMNCAH, MoHS
  • Provide secretariat support to MoHS for saving lives programme
  • Support mentoring and coaching of directorate staff in agreement with the director
  • Facilitate and contribute to any RMNCAH meetings in MoHS
  • Keep abreast of latest global guidance and evidence around RMNCAH and family planning
  • Provide support to the RMNCAH director on any other related areas

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in Public Health, Management, Social Sciences or a related field
  • Seven years, minimum, of relevant experience in management of programmes in a similar context, including RMNCAH programmes
  • Ability to provide technical support and feedback with a high degree of tact and diplomacy
  • The ability to work independently, think strategically and creatively, and translate strategies into delivery plans, with emphasis on attention to detail
  • Excellent analytical, planning, communication and management skills and a proven track record in public sector delivery
  • Flexibility to respond quickly to urgent matters and to liaise with the RMNCAH director and NGO consortium on key decisions
  • Team mindset, willing to proactively contribute to the development of the MoHS systems and successful delivery of flagship programmes
  • Ability to liaise with senior leaders in MoHS and other government and external stakeholders to deliver the requirements of the role
  • Willingness to travel up country, sometimes at short notice
  • Excellent English speaking/writing skills

To apply and for more information, click here.

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