Position Name: Project Manager-BCSL Location : Lunsar (Port Loko – Sierra Leone)
Job Title: Project Manager Working hours: Full-time (40h/Week)
Entry date: 1st December 2025 Application deadline: 28 th November 2025

About BCSL
The Baptist Convention of Sierra Leone (BCSL) is a faith-based organization committed to inclusive development and community transformation. In partnership with CBM and other stakeholders, BCSL implements projects that promote disability inclusion, health, education, and livelihoods.

About the Role
The Project Manager will lead the coordination and implementation of a multi-level development project. Based in Lunsar (Port Loko District), the role involves managing the project team, ensuring compliance with Donor and CBM standards, and fostering stakeholder collaboration. The Project Manager will be based in Lunsar and reports to the BCSL Executive Committee through the President.
The position is only filled locally in Sierra Leone. Contractual conditions of the country will be applied. An expatriation is not intended.

Responsibilities
 Lead and coordinate the project’s implementation across macro, meso, and micro levels.
 Plan, manage, and implement all project activities throughout the cycle, ensuring alignment with CBM’s quality standards, donor requirements, and best practices.
 Supervise and support project staff, including performance management and individual development planning.
 Promote team dynamics, skills development, and staff well-being.
 Ensure effective financial and administrative management of the project, including quality reporting and compliance with donor guidelines and timelines.
 Liaise and collaborate with CBM, MHC, government ministries, municipalities, and community stakeholders to foster project ownership and sustainability.
 Conduct regular field visits to monitor activities and provide technical support to partners.
 Strengthen partner staff capacity for quality project implementation.
 Represent BCSL in external forums.
Qualifications & requirements
 Nationality : Sierra Leonean.
 Master’s degree in public health, Social Sciences (e.g., Sociology, Anthropology), Economics, Development Studies, or a related field.
 At least 5 years of experience managing donor-funded development projects, particularly with institutional donors (e.g., BMZ, EU, USAID).
 Proven experience in project coordination or management within national or international NGOs.
 Experience in developing and managing large-scale, consortium-based projects.
 Strong background in results-based management and the project cycle, including assessment, monitoring, evaluation, budgeting, and financial oversight.
 Demonstrated ability to manage internal and external partnerships, especially with government entities.
 Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
 Familiarity with disability inclusion and gender-responsive programming.
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
 Professional proficiency in English (mandatory).
 Knowledge of local languages such as Temne and Krio (required).
 Category B driving license (an asset).
 Demonstrates alignment with CBM and BCSL values in daily work.
What We Offer
 A meaningful role contributing to inclusive development and community transformation in Sierra Leone.
 A collaborative and supportive work environment within a values-driven organization.
 Opportunities for professional growth through training, coaching, and exposure to innovative development practices.
 Competitive salary and benefits aligned with local standards and donor guidelines.
 A chance to work with diverse teams and stakeholders, including persons with disabilities, government
institutions, and international partners.
 A culture that promotes equity, inclusion, and staff well-being.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in English:
 A letter of motivation outlining your suitability for the role.
 An updated CV detailing your qualifications and experience including two referees
 Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
Please send your application to: [bcslhq@yahoo.ca] with copy to infoafw@cbm.org with the subject line : Project Manager
Deadline for applications: 28th November 2025
We look forward to receiving your application ! We strongly encourage applications from persons with disabilities, women, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, religions and world views, different ages and genders
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through their respective email address or cell phone numbers.