Localisation & Partnership Lead (USAID)

Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trocaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.

The Opportunity

Trocaire Sierra Leone is a partner in a very competitive consortium with Hellen Keller International which will be submitting a proposal to USAID in May 2024. The grant size is $45 million USD over 5 years. A core focus of the proposal is to build the capacity of 3 local partners to lead the implementation of more than 20% of the budgeted activities in Year 3, 4, 5. Trocaire will also lead on a $1 million USD innovation grant and will work with up to 3-5 local partners on innovative pilots that can be rolled out and sustained beyond the project. Hellen Keller has asked Trocaire to lead on the localisation component. One of the key positions named in the proposal will be the Localisation & Partnership Lead. This position will offered on an assignee contract for two – three years with the plan to transition the role to a country office contract during the third year of the project. The position is contingent on Hellen Keller wins the grant. The expected starting date is in the second half of 2024.

About Trócaire

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.

Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:

• Promote Access to Justice;

• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;

• Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence;

• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and

• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.

Do you want to know more about Trocaire, the organisation? Find out more at www.trocaire.org

You will report to the Country Director.The job opportunity will be offered on a fixed term contract for 2 years and is based in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

The key responsibilities of this job will be to oversee the localisation component in the SIHSA consortium. This position will be a part of the program coordination unit. This position will ensure that 2-3 local organisations capacity has been built within 2 years to transition to directly implementing 20% of the overall USAID grant in Year 3, 4, 5. This position will mentor 4 national staff members, with the ambition to appoint a member of the team to take over this role in Year 3, 4, 5 of the program.

See full job description HERE

Closing Date for Applications is 19th April 2024

What we can offer you:

Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits including a pension scheme and provides for housing in Sierra Leone.

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse, and has clear expectations of all staff. Please ensure to click here for more information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies.

We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.

Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.

Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting [email protected]. See our Diversity and Inclusion statement here