Activity Overview: Liberia Foundational Skills Activity (LFSA) is a USAID-funded five-year project designed purposefully to increase the percentage of Liberian children accessing primary school and meeting the government of Liberia’s learning standards especially in foundational English literacy. The LFSA will improve education access and learning by increasing on-time enrolment, enhancing age-appropriate placement in classrooms, providing contextually appropriate teaching and learning materials, and improving instructional delivery and teacher wellbeing. LFSA will equip key education ecosystem actors with improved capacity, opportunity, and motivation to achieve results. Led by Chemonics International in Liberia, LFSA is a five-year project implemented by a consortium of Liberian and international partners, including the Diversified Educators Empowerment Project (DEEP), Kid’s Educational Engagement Project (KEEP), WE- CARE, Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Liberia, Foundation for Research, Education, and Empowerment (FREE) Liberia, Mathematica, and One World Network of Schools (OWNOS). The project will be implemented in six counties: Montserrado, Bong, Margibi, Grand Bassa, Nimba, and Lofa. Position Summary: Chemonics International – LFSA is seeking Nine Drivers to support the implementation of project activities across multiple counties. The Drivers will ensure safe and efficient transportation of staff, materials, and equipment while maintaining the project vehicles in excellent working condition. Duration: Long Term Employment Principal Duties and Responsibilities: The Drivers are responsible for the following: •Drive assigned project vehicle daily, as assigned and/or preapproved by supervisor; including on schedule field trips, project-related trips within post and specify other cities, and other driving assignments as required •Ensure cleanliness of assigned vehicle •Check the assigned vehicle weekly to ensure that it is operational and safe to drive. One a weekly basis, check the oil, radiator, fan belt, brake fluid, wipers, tires, lights, and signals. •Initiate and supervise any repairs required on assigned vehicles with supervisor’s approval. •Initiate and supervise routine periodic maintenance of assigned project vehicles, including oil and filter changes, tune-ups, and professional cleaning by high-pressure hose based on the manufacturer’s instructions on optimum maintenance requirements. •Fulfill project reporting requirements and maintain records; including vehicle logs, vehicle routing, and vehicle condition. •Ensure passenger safety by obeying traffic laws, driving carefully, and ensuring each person in the vehicle wears a seatbelt •Other duties as assigned Job Qualifications: •Completion of primary school required; English literacy and numeracy required •Minimum of two (2) years of experience; Experience working for a U.S. company or NGO in Liberia highly preferred •Valid Liberian driver’s license and good driving record is required •Understanding of auto mechanics required, Certification in mechanics or automobile maintenance beneficial •Must be in good physical health •Availability for overtime work and field travel is required •Excellent interpersonal and communications skills •Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity •Fluency in English required •Ability to speak and write fluently in English. Locations of Assignment: The assignment locations are Lofa, Nimba, Montserrado, Grand Bassa, Margibi, and Bong Counties. Supervision: •The Driver will report to the Procurement and Logistics Officer in Bong, Nimba, Lofa, Grand Bassa, and Margibi Counties. •The Driver will report to the Operations and Logistics Specialist in Montserrado County. Application Instructions: Deadline: January 24,2025, at 5:30 P.M. Important Notes: •Only soft copy applications will be accepted. •No telephone inquiries, please. •Chemonics will contact only shortlisted candidates. Application Submission: Interested candidates should submit: 1.A cover letter. 2.A CV detailing the required experiences and competencies. Email Subject Line: Application for Lofa County Driver Applications should be sent to liberiafsa@chemonics.comAddress your application to: Human Resources Specialist USAID-Liberia Foundational Skills Activity (LFSA) Chemonics International Coleman Avenue, 16th Street, Sinkor, Monrovia Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Equal Opportunity Statement Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. LFSA is a gender-sensitive employer; therefore, qualified and experienced female professionals are encouraged to apply.

Position Summary

• The Human Resources Assitant shall undertake a variety of HROD and administrative duties.
• She/he shall facilitate daily HROD functions like keeping track of employee records and supporting theinterview process. The Human Resources and Organizational Development (HROD) Assistant shall undertake a variety of HROD coordination and administrative duties.
• She/he shall facilitate daily HROD functions like keeping track of employee records
• The role would also, involve performing tasks with a focus to grow SOS Liberia’stalent pipelineand improve oursourcing tactics.
• The HROD Assistant will have a broad knowledge of Human Resources and Organizational Development as well as general administrative responsibilities.
• He/She will be able to work efficiently to ensure the end-to-end running of HROD projects and operations.
• He/She should be familiar with using HROD software and tools. Ultimately, the HROD Assistant should be able to contribute to the attainment of specific goals and results of the HROD department and the organization.

Responsibilities

• Respond to internal and external HROD-related inquiries or requests and provide assistance
• Redirect HROD-related calls or distribute correspondence to the appropriate person of the team
• in both paper and the database and ensure all employment information requirements are met
• Liaise with other departments or functions (payroll, benefits etc.)
• Support the recruitment/hiring process bysourcing candidates, performingbackground checks, assisting in shortlisting, issuing employment contracts, ID cards, etc.
• Assist supervisors in performance management procedures
• Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events, etc. and maintain the HROD team’s agenda

 

• Coordinate training sessions and seminars
• Perform orientations, onboarding and update records with new hires
• Produce and submit reports on general HROD activity
• Assist in ad-hoc HROD projects, like collection of employee feedback
• Support other functions as assigned
• Perform other duties/tasks as required by the supervisor and National Director
• Assist with day to day operations of the HROD functions and duties
• Provide clerical and administrative support to HROD Manager
• Compile and update employee records (hard and soft copies)
• Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations etc.).
• Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys etc.) and take minutes
• Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations
• Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, bonus, leaves, etc.)
• Properly handle complaints and grievance procedures
• Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews
• Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HROD Assistant or relevant human resources/administrative position
• Knowledge of HROD processes andbest practices
• Strong ability in using MS Office (MS Excel and MS PowerPoint, in particular)
• Experience with HROD databases and HRIS systems
• In-depth understanding ofsourcing tools, like resume databases and online communities
• Familiarity withsocial media recruiting
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle data with confidentiality
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Familiarity with ATS software and resume database
• Basic knowledge of labor laws
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong communications skills
• BSc/BA in Human Resources or Business Administration or relevant field; additional education in Human Resource Management will be a plus.

Accountability & Working Relationship

• The HROD Assistant supports the HROD Manager in the day-to-day HR functions
• S/he reports directly to the HROD Manager and deputizes the HROD Manager as need be.
• Other functions of the HROD Coordinator include the follow:
• The Performance of the principal will be assessed at least twice per year by the HROD Manager, the factors that will be taken into account are:
• Overall performance of duties of HROD Coordinator
• Personal Behavior and attitude to work and co-workers
• Efficiency and Quality of staff’s and students performance levels
• Interpersonal relations and management of staff performance and adherence to SOS Code of Conduct/Child Safeguarding/Child Protection Measures
• Improved Quality Standards of the school

Upgradability/Evaluation

• The working conditions of the Principal may be upgraded according to:
• Years of service and proven commitment.
• Gaining further qualification in areas such as ICT which will significantly improve his / her performance as per the tasks set out in this job description
• Additional qualifications / experience gained after attending further education, which results in a significant improvement in work performance.

Child Protection & Child Safeguarding

• Protect children from all forms of abuse, abandonment, exploitation, violence and discrimination.
• Report any CS suspicion, concern, allegation or incident immediately: IF IN DOUBT, SPEAK OUT!
• Act without delay: Failure to act may place the child in further danger.
• Involve the right people at the right time: CS reports should be made to the CS team at programme level and/or to the respective line manager.

This job description outlines only the general scope of activity and the basic tasks and responsibilities associated with this position. It may be supplemented with a more detailed definition of tasks, responsibilities and work-plan and is subject to change at the discretion of the direct national director.How to apply: recruitment.hr@sosliberia.org

Job Vacancy Announcement!Company: Chemonics International Inc.Job Title: Teaching & Learning Materials Team LeadProject: USAID Liberia Foundational Skills Activity (FSA)   Program Overview The Liberia Foundational Skills Activity (LFSA) is a United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded program implemented by Chemonics International in Liberia. The project will work to increase the percentage of Liberian children accessing primary school and meeting government of Liberia learning standards.Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate all LFSA efforts to achieve the LFSA Result 3 goal of sufficient and contextually appropriate reading, teaching, and learning materials for reading available and used by learners
• Serve as subject matter expert in the procurement and distribution of teaching and learning materials (TLM) for reading for the LFSA team
• In particular, lead and oversee the process of designing, preparing, and executing the procurement of evidence-based, contextually relevant, and inclusive TLMs and other reading materials through the last mile, in close coordination with other LFSA staff, short-term technical assistants (STTA), the Ministry of Education, and other key actors
• Work with Chemonics’ international TLM supply chain specialists and other local experts to help the Ministry of Education design and implement an improved TLM supply chain system to support foundational literacy in Grades 1-6 and accelerated learning programs
• Plan and coordinate LFSA efforts to strengthen system actor capacity to plan and manage TLM procurement and distribution
• Provide ongoing technical support to the government and civil society on matters pertaining to book, teaching, and learning materials procurement and supply chain management
• Plan and coordinate LFSA efforts to increase parent and community demand and engagement for sufficient and contextually appropriate foundational literacy materials to be available to and used by learners
• Lead and supervise the TLM team of specialists in Monrovia and officers in each county office, including overseeing of staff performance management
• Lead the annual, quarterly, and monthly planning of all activities in support of LFSA Result 3 in coordination with other LFSA technical areas, Ministry of Education counterparts, and other stakeholders
• Coordinate with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) team on MERL related to LFSA Result 3, including collaborating, learning, and adapting activities
• Lead quarterly, annual, and other reporting as requested on LFSA Result 3 activities
• Collaborates closely with the operations and finance team, implementation director, county program managers, and logistics officers to ensure effective implementation of TLM activities, especially for procurement and the last-mile distribution of TLMs.

 Location of AssignmentThe location of assignment is Monrovia, Liberia with intermittent travel throughout the program’s target six counties.  Supervision and ReportingThe Teaching and Learning Materials Team Lead will report to and be supervised by the Senior Technical Advisor or his/her designee.  Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or other related discipline
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in education including teaching, primary education management or related experience
• Experience in advising on, designing, and/or procuring teaching and learning materials required
• Experience working with donor-funded programs preferredExperience providing technical leadership, program management, strategic planning, policy support, and problem-solving on complex projects.

• Demonstrated understanding of the social, economic, and cultural determinants that influence supply chain outcomes in Liberia, including a good knowledge of services, logistics, and existing supply chain systems within the country.
• Strong analytical, costing, and statistical aptitude
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and technical skills
• Ability to work in complex environments, as well as work across different cultures, and manage diverse teams to deliver impact within agreed timelines
• Knowledge of participatory track and trace book distribution systems desired
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.

• Proficiency with software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Application instructions:Please complete this form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/67955cefe60846e99854c43fa5f26fb9) no later than May 23, 2024; only Liberian nationals can apply for this position. No telephone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists. Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors. Chemonics values the protection of your personal data. If you are in the European Union, please read our EU Recruiting Data Privacy Notice to learn how we process personal data. You may access the notice via the following link: https://chemonics.com/eu-recruiting-data-privacy-notice/.

LEAD MOBILIZER - ILAPosition DescriptionLocation: Buchanan City, Grand Bassa County. Staff will later be assigned to District if necessary. Position Status: Full-time, RegularSalary Level: Grade 06About Mercy CorpsMercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action, helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within, now and for the future. Mercy Corps has been working in Liberia since 2002.Mercy Corps Liberia began operations in 2002 in response to the humanitarian crisis brought about by the two Liberian civil wars that ended in 2003. Mercy Corps’ interventions have evolved based on the context and needs of the Liberian people. With funding from the European Commission, French Development Agency, Irish Aid, the Embassy of Sweden and US Department of Agriculture, among others, Mercy Corps Liberia focuses on Food Security, Peace and Good Governance and Economic Opportunity. Mercy Corps Liberia works closely with the Government of Liberia (especially the Ministries of Youth and Sports, Health, Labor, and Education), the private sector, civil society, international, and local NGOs to implement its programs from its Head Office in Monrovia and two sub-offices in Buchanan and River Cess. Mercy Corps is one of the foremost development actors in Liberia implementing strategic and systems driven programming in youth employment and entrepreneurship, market systems development, and good governance. Program / Department SummaryUSAID has awarded Mercy Corps a grant to implement the Incentivize Learning Activity (ILA). ILA is a five year program, July 2023 – June 2028. The goal of this program is to increase enrollment and attendance for vulnerable and underserved school-aged children while contributing to improved Learning outcomes and addressing the food insecurity that had become more acute in Liberia as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The activity will achieve this by incentivizing school enrollment and reducing absenteeism via the provision of school meals, targeted financial incentives, community and parental engagement, and social and behavior change communication.General Position SummaryMercy Corps is recruiting a Lead Mobilizer to work on the Incentivize Learning Activity (ILA). The successful candidate will lead a team of mobilizers in planning and implementing program activities in assigned schools and communities. The Lead Mobilizer will monitor, support, supervise, and build the capacity of the mobilizers to engage with schools, Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs), and communities during implementation.mercycorps.orgEssential Job ResponsibilitiesSTRATEGY & VISION

• Recognize opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed.
• Set direction by prioritizing and organizing actions and resources to achieve objectives and contribute to countrywide strategy development.

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

• Support Mobilizers to facilitate the mobilization of responsible community structures to participate in ILA Program activities and oversee the election of PTAs and Food Management committees (FMCs)
• Plan and oversee the orientation and trainings of community resource persons and committees (ex. PTAs and FMCs) with support from ILA technical staff
• Oversee, facilitate, and ensure the timely execution of community action plans with PTAs and FMCs
• Support the Mobilizers to work with the FMCs and PTAs to ensure that schools have the necessary cleaning supplies to maintain safe food preparation and storage
• Support field staff in organizing community members to provide equipment or materials, not provided by ILA, prior to the start of school feeding activities
• Liaise and work with community groups and the schools to ensure accountability and best use of project resources
• Support responsible staff to document and report on the loading, transporting, off-loading, storing, and distribution of commodities and other program materials to ensure adherence to policies and donor regulations
• Provide supervision and leadership for the gathering and sharing of information to relevant staff related to damaged commodities or Program materials that occurred while under the transporter’s control
• Lead Mobilizers to document and report on the cleanliness and maintenance condition of warehouses

holding ILA Program commodities. This includes conducting inspection to determine if the warehouses are being kept in functional order (no leaking roofs, damaged walls, windows and/or doors, etc.) and if all necessary equipment as per donor regulations are in place.

• Ensure all safety and security protocols are being followed. For example, that warehouse keys are kept properly.
• Supervise the routine checks on commodity stock in comparison with records (stock register) including a physical count of the warehouse.
• Using required Program tools, observe and report on appropriate food preparation and distribution methodologies in schools to legitimate recipients/beneficiaries according to the approved school feeding plan and as per agreed ration sizes
• Ensure timely monitoring of school cooks and timely monitoring during lunchtime distributions to students and school staff in order to ensure that all actions adhere to policies and donor regulations and to minimize the risk of damage, loss, theft and/or misuse of commodity.
• Support field staff to monitor all schools in order to ensure the availability of equipment and materials such as cooking utensils, scales, tarpaulins, and pallets.
• Provide support to Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Officers and Assistants to perform their duties with high quality.
• Regular reporting on ILA program progress
• Ensure that program implementation is responsive to communities and partners and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan.
• Perform other tasks as required

TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Develop the capacity of the team, deepen understanding of their roles, and assist with career development.
• Assist team members with information, tools, and resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
• Promote accountability, communicate expectations, and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews.
• Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.

FINANCE & COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT

• Ensure compliance with donor and Mercy Corps regulations related to financial transactions and programming.

INFLUENCE & REPRESENTATION

• Identify, build, and manage collaborative partnerships with consortium partners, Program contractors, donors, local governments, and other stakeholders of the ILA Program.
• Communicate effectively to ensure overall program targets and donor obligations are met.

SECURITY

• Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
• Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

ORGANIZATIONAL LEARNING

• As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that Learning organizations are more effective, efficient, and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

ACCOUNTABILITY TO BENEFICIARIES

• Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of our field projects.
• Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Supervisory ResponsibilityMobilizersAccountabilityReports Directly To: Program ManagerWorks Directly With: Program Coordinator, ILA Partner Staff (Education Advisor, SHN Advisor, and others), Finance/Admin Officer, Logistics Officer.Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Rural Development, International Development, Social Work or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in community mobilization activities with 1-2 years’ experience in supervising a team, preferably with an international organization.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel
• Previous experience in planning and community facilitation skills
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Written and verbal fluency in English

Success FactorsThe Lead Mobilizer should pay attention to details, have the ability to work in a diverse team, be approachable, supportive, willing to learn and apply new ideas, have time management skills, be able to multi-task, set priorities, and be willing to travel to and work in remote areas.Click the apply button below.