Outcome SLE_O_4

Management and Operations, including donor reporting

Donor reporting was implemented during the period under review. Donor reports were submitted to Republic of Germany, Republic of China and Irish Aid . Management action was also carried out to ensure necessary management reports were submitted on a timely basis

Nurturing an empowered workforce and advancing an inclusive UN-Women culture

As of December 2024, the Sierra Leone country office has a total of 19 personnel which includes 9 personnel on consultancy contracts, 6 on service contracts and 5 on Fixed Term contracts. The office also launched an internship program dubbed Change Makers which resulted in the recruitment of 10 interns after a rigorous processes. These interns are assigned to partners in rural communities working closely with partners to get experience and also document success stories of interventions supported by UN Women. The office has around 32% male personnel compared to 68% female personnel including consultants. However, only 1 staff (female) has a contract at National Professional Level and 1 staff (Head ) has an International staff contract at P4 level. Much needs to be done to improve on the contracting modality and types for staff to assure job security and mitigate the risk of loosing good staff. Over 90% of the staff have completed mandatory trainings and most staff have had opportunities to attend trainings/workshops organised by the regional and other offices. Despite this, staff still look forward to be given the opportunity to more training opportunities that will not only enhance their skills but also help in their careers.

Nurturing an empowered workforce and advancing an inclusive UN-Women culture

During the period under review the current number of staff is 16 with 50% female staff. The Country Office recruited a M&E Offier , WEE Specialist and Communication Officer under the period under review