JOB DESCRIPTION

Description

Vacancy Announcement

Job title:

Environmental Health Worker x 3 positions

Work Location:

Jojoima Community Health Centre,Malema Chiefdon, Kailahun District & Bandajuma Community Health Center, Yawei Chiefdom, Kailahun District

Job Requisition No:

Department:

Operations

Reports to:

Facilities & Operations Manager, Jojoima Community Health Centre

Bandajuma: Operations Assistant, Bandajuma Community Health Centre

Line Management

No

Duration of Contract

Twelve (12) Months with possibility of extension

Application Status

External Advert

Organisation Profile

Partners In Health (PIH) is an international health organization relentlessly committed to improving the health of the poor and marginalized. PIH partners with local governments to build local capacity and works closely with impoverished communities to deliver high-quality health care, address the root causes of illness, train providers, advance research, and advocate for global policy change. Our delivered services in the field are based in our partnership with the Governments and Ministries of Health and the support to education, training and mentorship to Health care workers and students is one of our pillars for the Health care system strengthening.

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 Sierra Leone (PIHSL) 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 center and to referral hospitals.

Position Overview

The Environmental Health Worker is a key member of the Operations department in ensuring that our janitorial services are regularly maintained, especially at the welbodi or KGH health facilities. The Environmental Health Worker will work closely under the supervision of the Environmental Health Team Supervisor to help provide janitorial support to our facilities, thereby creating a conducive and healthy environment for all.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General cleaning of the hospital building and ensure it good condition maintained.
Using various cleaning chemicals and disinfectants, environmental health staff is responsible to wipe equipment, clean furniture, floors, windows, ceiling and the outside facilities environment
Emptying trash containers on a routine basis
Cleaning and stock restrooms on a routine basis
Trim lawns, and clear debris from grounds, including getting rid of weeds
Digging pits where trashes will be deposited/burnt as and when required
Engaging in tasks that will minimize the growing of weeds/get rid of weeds
Responsible to work safely and maintain set quality standards when performing job; report any potential hazards, faults or problems to the Environmental health team supervisor.
Collaborate with other team members to achieve departmental objectives, maintain good team spirit and interdepartmental objectives
Performs other departmental duties as assigned by the EHT Supervisor /Ops focal point person as and when the needed.
The Environmental Health Worker will be required to perform regular and daily deep cleaning activities both internally and externally at the health facilities,
Check on cleaning supplies and replenish stock; wipe down furniture’s using different cleaning products; and strictly follow all IPC protocols.
Under the general supervision from the Environmental Health Team Supervisor; cleans all areas of the hospital by performing routine cleaning of patient rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, waiting areas, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and corridors.
Demonstrate ability to utilize the appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment

Partners In Health Sierra Leone is dedicated to preventing unwanted behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, financial misconduct, and ensuring the welfare of those we serve. We expect all staff, consultants, contractors, vendors, and volunteers to uphold these values as outlined in our code of conduct.

The successful candidate will receive appropriate training and must adhere to the organisation’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.

Qualifications/Requirements

Two (2) passes in WASSCE.
Minimum one (1) year of relevant experience.
Basic verbal and written communication skills in English.
Reliability and Teamwork.
Ability to organize own work and provide support to staff at all levels.
Good interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively with culturally diverse staff across departments.
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principle
Flexible, enthusiastic and willing to learn from others
Disciplined and ready to take the Environmental Health work seriously
Support the preparation of beds, empty trash and restock cleaning supplies
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
Energy and stamina to withstand long working hours and often stressful conditions
Having fast analytical skills for risk assessment and able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Interest in social justice, healthcare, and a preferential option for the poor
Demonstrate ability to interact professionally with multicultural staff, the patient that we serve and partners
Professional proficiency in Krio is required. Proficiency in English is an added advantage. an

Social Justice

We are a global health and social justice organization that responds to the moral imperative to provide high-quality health care globally to those who need it most. We strive to ease suffering by placing patients at the center of all care, bringing the benefits of modern medicine to all.

Method of application

Interested candidates are required to apply through our website: www.pih.org/employment. In your application, please ensure to include names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) referees not later than 12:00pm GMT (Midnight) on 1st August 2025.

Candidates may also submit handwriting applications sealed in an envelope and address to the following:

The Human Resources Officer

Partners in Health (PIH)

Jojoima Community Health Centre

Jojoima, Malema Chiefdon

Kailahun District

OR

The Acting Human Resources Specialist

Partners in Health (PIH)

11 Maya Kaikai Street

Kailahun Town

Kailahun District

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements