Job Description

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

Our Work In Sierra Leone:

Partners In Health (PIH) began supporting the government of Sierra Leone in response to the Ebola epidemic in October 2014. Recognizing the large need for continued investments in the health system after Ebola, PIH is committed to long-term health system strengthening in support of the Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS), guided by the same principles as our emergency response and our work around the world: public sector accompaniment, integrated and comprehensive services, social justice, nimbleness and flexibility, partnership, community ownership, and evidence-based interventions. In the aftermath of the epidemic, PIH is committed to supporting the delivery of comprehensive health services in Sierra Leone, from the community level to the health centre and to referral hospitals.

·        In Collaboration with the HR Team, participate in the recruitment and disciplinary processes.

·        Work with a recruitment specialist to perform recruitment activities, employee background checks and verify information before filing.

·        Support the HR Director in communicating policies about Human Resources, compensation and benefits to staff.

·        Conduct exit interviews for separated staff and notify the HR Director of any concerns.

·        Collect and analyzing accurate employee data for the purpose of decision making.

·        Adhering to regulatory standards in accordance with Sierra Leone labour Laws.

·        Work with the HR Director in overseeing employee orientation and training in line with PIH Mission, Values and Leadership expectations.

·        Liaising between employees and management on matters relating to employee relations.

·        Managing employee complaints and disciplinary procedures.

·        Set up and maintain adequate staff records management system, including but not limited to staff files, leave records and accrued leave report, medical insurance, warning letters, NASSIT registration for easy access and reference

·        Prepare monthly payroll changes and submit to HR Director for review.

·        Establish staff contract database and extend all contracts as deem necessary

·        Support the Director of Human Resources in ensuring that ALL approved policies and procedures are understood and implemented by all staff in Kono site.

·        Ensure that all HR documents and information for the site is distributed in a reliable and efficient manner.

·        Ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures in the site.

·        Maintains historical human resource records by designing a filing and retrieval system; keeping past and current records up to date

·        Maintain accurate and up-to-date staff list for quick reference and access

·        Manage staff absence and tracking system (Leave and sick)

·        Work with HR Director to ensure that all staff are issue with right contracts including contract extension.

·        Experience working in Human Resources for an international NGO with donor-funded projects

·        Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business management or similar

·        Highly numerate with strong Excel skills and adequate writing skills

·        Experience working with individuals of various skill sets and cultures.

·        Excellent facilitation, oral and interpersonal communication, and presentation skills including excellent writing skills.

·        Excellent planning and prioritization skills as well as creative problem-solving and analytical skills.

·        Strong project management and time management skills; highly organized and detail-oriented.

·        Ability to work independently and effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

·        Ability to work with patience, humility, and a sense of humor.

·        Commitment to health and social justice.

·        Ability to live in Kailahun full-time required.

The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organization’s safeguarding policies. Employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references and screening checks, which may include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

As a participant in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, we request information from previous employers about any instances of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. Additionally, Partners In Health Sierra Leone will share records of such misconduct with other agencies upon staff departure, ensuring transparency and accountability. By applying, candidates acknowledge and agree to these recruitment procedures