Job Posts at Lesotho Highlands Development Authority

The bi-national Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), of the Kingdom of Lesotho (KOL) and the Republic of South Africa (RSA) is aimed at harnessing the water resources of the highlands of Lesotho for the mutual advantage of Lesotho and the Republic of South Africa.

The Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) was set up to implement and operate that part of the LHWP that falls within the borders of Lesotho. LHDA is to embark on Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), a multi-billion-rand Phase involving large scale civil engineering and socio-environmental aspects. In ensuring that it achieves its mandate, the LHDA places emphasis on its values of caring, professionalism, execution, team work, communication and customer focus. If you are a Lesotho National espousing the above values and who is interested in progressing their career to the next level, please submit your application for the following permanent positions tenable at the LHDA:

Secretary
HR/SEC/14A/13/09/17
To assist the Branch Manager by ensuring the provision of effective and efficient secretarial and administrative support services and any other related responsibilities that may be reasonably assigned from time to time.. Diploma in Secretarial Studies or Office Practice, with at least five (5) years’ relevant experience in a similar role.

Essential Requirements for the Post:

Relevant experience and knowledge of computer programs e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint; secretarial and good communication skills; deportment; and good telephone manners. A certificate of 50 wpm or more typing.

 Website Developer/Data Analyst
HR/WD/14A/12/09/17
To enable communication with internal and external stakeholders by designing and maintaining the LHWP website, intranet and collaboration platforms, as well as online procurement processes and other web based systems Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Information Systems/informatics) or BSC (Computer Science/Informatics) plus 3 years of experience, with a solid background in developing small to medium scale real/practical websites and a solid experience in data analysis and reporting.

CLOSING DATE: 27 OCTOBER 2017

Reply Instruction Application Forms are obtainable at the Human Resources Branch, 4th Floor, LHDA Tower Building or at www.lhwp.org.ls. Application Forms, Curriculum Vitae’s and certified copies of academic certificates, identification and two (2) reference letters are to be hand delivered to 4th Floor, Human Resources Branch, LHDA Tower Building, Maseru or posted to the Chief Executive, Lesotho Highlands Development Authority, P. O. Box 7332, MASERU 100, Lesotho or alternatively e-mailed in read only PDF format files not exceeding 4 MB to tarrz@lhda.org.ls. For further information that may be required about any of the positions, please visit the Human Resources Branch, on the 4th Floor, LHDA Tower Building, Kingsway, Maseru, or view the full advertisements on the website www.lhwp.org.ls.

Disclaimers:

Only applications received before the closing date and in the prescribed format will be considered.
Applicants must use the LHDA Application Form.
QUOTE THE REFERENCE NUMBER OF THE SPECIFIC POSITION ON THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED.
Attach Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of certificates and Motor Vehicle Driver’s Licence.
Correspondence will only be conducted with short-listed candidates;
Selection interviews for short-listed candidates will be at a date, time and place determined by LHDA.
Short-listed candidates will be required to authenticate information provided in the CV.
LHDA reserves the right to leave an advertised position unfilled if no suitable candidate is identified.
The employment of successful candidates is subject to positive security clearance and other requirements as may be stipulated by the LHDA.

Recruitment at Land Administration Authority

The Authority seeks applications from qualified, competent and highly motivated individuals to fill the following positions within the organisation. The positions are based in Maseru and Leribe respectively. They require good spoken and written Sesotho and English. A competitive and market-related remuneration package including non-contributory benefits is offered. A brief descriptions of the positions are provided below.

Regional Accounts Assistant (1) – Leribe     

Key Result Areas:
Timely, efficient and accurate completion of assigned tasks, including receipting, data entry and some bookkeeping tasks
Effective communication with other Finance staff
Adherence to accounting procedures and instructions
Assist both internal and external clients
Timely and accurate monthly collection reports

Director’s Secretary (1)

Key Result Areas:
Timely and efficient completion of assigned tasks.
Correctly prepared standard letters
Well maintained correspondence
Adherence to administrative procedures and instructions
Well organized meetings
Qualifications/Knowledge:
Diploma in Secretarial Studies or Office Administration

Billing and Valuation Assistant (1) 

Key Result Areas:
Efficient, accurate and timely performance of billing & valuation tasks
Adherence to relevant procedures, laws and regulations
Preparation of clear and precise billing & valuation reports
Timely issue of accurate and complete customers ‘bills
Qualifications/Knowledge:
Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or Higher Diploma in Property Valuation or related discipline.
Working knowledge of Lesotho land values and property market

Land Surveyor (1)

Key Result Areas:
Land surveys prepared and approved accurately, in a timely manner and to specification as laid out in the Chief Surveyor’s Instructions and that they adhere to the Land Survey Act
Cadastral maps and DCDB kept up-to-date
Survey control data provided to users quickly
Smooth operation of Continuous Operating Reference Stations (CORS)
Effective supervision of Survey Assistants and technicians

Survey Assistant (1) 

Key Result Areas:
Timely and efficient completion of assigned tasks, including field measurements, construction and maintenance of survey marks, and office data entry tasks
Effective communication with other Survey Services staff
Adherence to procedures and instructions
Assist both internal and external clients
Ensure that surveying equipment is in a working condition

Qualifications/Knowledge:
Diploma in Civil Engineering or Land Surveying

Skills:
Care of survey instruments and equipment
Ability to follow instructions and effectively undertake assigned tasks to completion
Basic linear measurements

Submission of Applications

All applications must include a fully completed application form, a detailed CV with the names and contact details for three referees, and a covering letter. Application forms may be obtained in the Office of Human Resources or may be downloaded from the Authority’s website www.laa.org.ls.

Requests for further information and completed application forms may be emailed to jobs@laa.org.ls, hand delivered to LAA Building (next to Radio Lesotho), Lerotholi Road, Maseru, or posted to P.O. Box 11856, Maseru 100, for the attention of The Director of Corporate Services, Land Administration Authority. Envelopes containing the application, or email subject line, should clearly state the position applied for.

Applications must be received on or before Friday, 27th October 2017. All shortlisted applicants will be informed as to the status of their applications (please provide an email address for this purpose).  Applicants who do not hear from the Authority by 10th November 2017 may assume that their applications have not been successful.

Nursing Assistant Wanted at PSI Lesotho

SUMMARY: VODAFONE PROJECT

The Vodafone Foundation funds and manages projects using mobile communication technologies to address some of the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges and to enhance people’s quality of life under its Mobile for Good programme. The Foundation achieves this objective by using its privileged access to Vodafone/Vodacom networks, technology, customers and employees to empower people with the necessary tools to make a difference in the world.

The purpose of the position is to ensure provision of high quality HTC and vital signs especially children less than five years through index tracking and testing and community based testing of children at high risk.

The placement of these positions will be determined by the scope of work at any given time and may change from district to district. The positions report directly to the Nurse.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Conduct pre and post-test HTC counseling sessions as per counseling protocols
Provide supportive counseling to HTC clients
Under the supervision of a nurse conduct vital signs monitoring, weight and height, TB screening, STI screening and blood glucose monitoring.
Assists clients in the selection of appropriate community support through referrals
Data entry of confidential client information
Participate in client satisfaction surveys, as requested by Supervisor
Participate in the QC and QA program related to HIV testing and Counseling as directed by the National Laboratory.
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

Certificate in Nursing with experience in HIV testing and counselling.
Work experience in MCH services including PMTCT and Pediatric HIV/AIDS.
Currently Listed with the Lesotho Nursing Council

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Ability to work according to PSI Lesotho Prime competencies
Demonstrate knowledge of health and social services sector
Understanding of reproductive health issues, especially HIV/AIDS
Demonstrated ability to work sensitively and compassionately with a diverse range of clients, including highly marginalized and stigmatized populations
Fluency in English and Sesotho
Computer literacy preferred
Communication skills

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your cover letter, resume/curricula vitae (CV), list of 3-5 professional references (with contact information, supervisory references preferred), and scanned copy of all academic degrees to PSI Lesotho by email at nurseassistant@psi.co.ls. Only email submissions will be accepted. While all application submissions will be reviewed and considered, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. The application submission deadline is 12:30 p.m. local time on Friday, 20th October 2017.

Office Assistant Wanted at PSI LESOTHO

Office Assistant (Cleaner)

SUMMARY:

Under the TARGET project, the incumbent will provide basic cleaning duties This position is based in Maseru and reports directly to the CITC Coordinator.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Cleans offices, kitchen, toilets and surrounding areas.
Cleans the warehouse at least once a month.
Cleans the PSI rented houses as required (e.g. before a new expatriate moves in)
Prepares tea and refreshments for guests and visitors and for employees when necessary
Maintains paper stock in bathrooms (e.g. paper towels, toilet paper, soap etc)
Sweeps, vacuums and shampoos carpets, mops floor of the offices and reception area.
Turns out lights and other pertinent electrical equipment and appliances at the end of the day.
Reports burned out light bulbs, plumbing and other maintenance problems.
Office supply and equipment replenishment
Acts as a Receptionist when necessary.
Clean the photocopiers and printer area regularly
Ensure that the work area is clean and without unused furniture sitting around

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

C.O.S.C

KEY COMPETENCIES:

Willingness to undertake a variety of tasks and activities.
Ability to communicate in English and Sesotho
Strong interpersonal skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your cover letter, resume/curricula vitae (CV), list of 3-5 professional references (with contact information, supervisory references preferred), and scanned copy of all academic degrees to PSI Lesotho by email at officeassistant@psi.co.ls. Only email submissions will be accepted. While all application submissions will be reviewed and considered, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. The application submission deadline is 12:30 p.m. local time on Friday, 20th October 2017.