About the Organisation
ONE is a global, nonpartisan organization fighting for a more just world by demanding the investments needed to create economic opportunities and healthier lives in Africa. We do this by deploying trusted and dynamic advocacy that leverages hard-hitting data, credible grassroots activism, creative political engagement, and strategic partnerships. We use all this to influence decision-makers to take action and tackle the world’s biggest challenges.
About the Job
The Country Liaison Officer will act as a bridge between ONE and high-level officials in the Ministries of Health, Finance, and other critical institutions. This individual will play a pivotal role in advancing ONE’s support to Sierra Leone’s health financing agenda by providing technical advice, facilitating strategic engagements, and ensuring that ONE’s advocacy is grounded in country realities. They will also be responsible for maintaining ONE’s strong reputation as a constructive and credible partner in-country, helping to unlock opportunities and resolve challenges that may arise in government relations.
Key Responsibilities
Government Engagement & Representation
Serve as ONE’s primary liaison with government officials in Sierra Leone, particularly the Ministries of Health and Finance.
Facilitate high-level meetings, dialogues, and collaborations between ONE and government stakeholders.
Represent ONE with professionalism, diplomacy, and credibility, maintaining a strong organizational image.
Identify and help resolve challenges or bottlenecks in government engagement that may affect progress on ONE’s agenda.
Relationship Building & Advocacy
Leverage existing networks and build new relationships to advance health financing reforms and advocacy priorities.
Support the Director and team in designing and executing country-specific advocacy strategies.
Collaborate closely with ONE colleagues across Africa and globally to ensure alignment of approaches and strategies.
Technical Advice & Policy Support
Provide technical advice on health financing and economic issues to government counterparts, the ONE team, and partners.
Provide judgment and advice on sensitive political and policy issues.
Contribute to the preparation of high-level briefing notes, presentations, and policy documents.
Intelligence & Strategy Development
Generate timely country intelligence on policy, political, and financing developments to ensure strategies remain informed and contextually relevant.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Preferred: advanced degree in economics, public health, public policy, or a related field
At least 12 years of professional experience, including direct engagement with senior government officials.
Strong and established relationships with the Government of Sierra Leone, particularly in health and finance sectors.
Deep knowledge of health financing, economics, and health systems within Sierra Leone and the broader African context.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in politically sensitive environments with discretion and integrity.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence and persuade senior stakeholders.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide clear and actionable advice.
Track record of successfully facilitating partnerships, meetings, and collaborations.
Experience producing high-quality policy briefs, talking points, and technical documents for senior audiences.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast paced environment.
Attributes
Politically astute and deeply knowledgeable about Sierra Leone’s policy environment.
Trusted relationship-builder with credibility and influence at Country levels.
Proactive, solution-oriented, and results-driven.
Strong technical grounding in health financing combined with strategic acumen.
Diplomatic, professional, and aligned with ONE’s mission and values.
Resilient, composed, and effective under pressure.
Our Culture and Values
We are a team that values:
Continuous Learning – seeking to expand our knowledge and skills to better achieve our mission.
Collaboration – working together to solve problems and achieve shared goals.
Resilience and Adaptability – staying effective and positive in a fast-changing environment.
Impact Focus – ensuring our work creates tangible benefits for the people and communities we serve.
Humility – recognizing that lasting change requires listening, learning, and valuing diverse perspectives.
To apply
To apply, email your application by Friday 07th November 2025 to callum@actionappointments.co.za
