NUCLEAR SAFETY AND RADIATION PROTECTION AUTHORITY
JOB POSTING-External
Location: Freetown
Job Posting: 8th April 2025
Closing Date: 22nd April 2025
Job Type: Permanent
Probation Period: 1 year
Full Competitive Recruitment: Yes
About Us
The Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Authority (NSRPA) was established by the Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Authority Act, 2012, as amended in 2022. The Act mandates the NSRPA as the national infrastructure to provide adequate protection to the public, workers and the environment against the harmful effects of radiation and to provide for other related matters in Sierra Leone.
Recent departures of several key personnel have significantly limited the institution’s capacity to fulfil its mandate. To address this, the Authority intends to fill these vacancies to ensure continuity in meeting its obligations and uphold its standards.
The authority is looking for highly qualified Sierra Leoneans to fill the following vacancies.
- Executive Secretary.
- Scientific Officers
- Accountant
- Finance Officer
- Human Resource Officer
- Administrative Officer
- Legal Officer
- Internal Auditor
- Procurement Officer
Remuneration
NSRPA offers an attractive remuneration package (Subject to mandatory deductions for NASSIT contributions and tax)
General Information
• Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Authority’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff members is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Employees shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• NSRPA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce.
Evaluation process
• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted based on the documents submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement.
• Applicants must ensure that the documents are credible.
• A competency-based interview will follow the evaluation of qualified candidates.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.
How to Apply:
Application letters with relevant supporting documents must be addressed to the Chairman Board of Directors, Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Authority, 38 Liverpool Street, Freetown, and must be submitted no later than 15:00 hours (local time) on 22nd April 2025. Application letters received after the specified closing date and time will not be considered.
NOTE
The Board reserves the right:
(i) to convene only the best-qualified candidates for interview; and
(ii) not to make any appointment before this advertisement.
Position: Executive Secretary.
Entry Grade
11
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
A BSc degree in Physical Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Engineering or Geology)
A post-graduate qualification in Radiation Protection and Nuclear Security.
Minimum of 10 years working experience in the field of radiation protection and nuclear security.
Experience in implementing and managing radiation safety programs, as well as administrative and supervisory roles.
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Scientific Officer
Entry Grade
7
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
A BSc degree in Physical Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Engineering or Geology)
Postgraduate Course in Radiation Protection and Safety will be an added advantage.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a 2 weeks intensive induction training course.
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Accountant
Entry Grade
7
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
A Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, economics.
A minimum of five years of Accounting, Financial Analyst or internal auditing experience at the national level in the private and/or public sector.
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Finance Officer
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Bachelor’s Degree – University Degree in Accounting and Finance.
Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting and finance at the national level in the private and/or public sector.
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Human Resources Officer
Qualifications, Experience and Language
A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, business administration, or public administration.
A minimum of five years of human resource management experience at the national level in the private and/or public sector.
Excellent partnering skills and stakeholder management; outstanding communication skills, including interview and presentation techniques, with the ability to convey complex ideas with clarity.
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Administrative Officer
Entry Level
Grade 7
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or Human Resources Management.
At least five years of experience in managing and overseeing business operations. This should include experience in strategic planning. Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and labourlaws.
Experience managing a large team and multiple departments
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Legal Officer
Entry Level
Grade 7
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized institution.
The possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Public Financial Management, Accounting, Banking and Finance or related discipline from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
At least 5 years proven experience in preparing legal drafts, reviewing legislation, interpreting and applying international legal instruments.
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Internal Auditor
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
A Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, accounting, finance or economics.
A minimum of five years of internal auditing experience at the national level in the private and/or public sector.
Excellent partnering skills and stakeholder management; and outstanding communication skills, both written and oral, including interview and presentation techniques, with the ability to convey complex ideas engagingly with clarity, diplomacy and precision.
Excellent oral and written command of English.
Position: Procurement Officer
Functions / Key Responsibilities:
Entry Grade
7
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
A Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and Logistics, Purchasing and Supply, Business Studies, Supply Chain Management, or Marketing
Minimum of five years’ experience in Purchasing and Logistics, Purchasing and Supply, Business Studies, Supply Chain Management, or Marketing at the national level in the private and/or public sector.
Outstanding ability to negotiate contracts, multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently. Accurate attention to detail and goal-oriented, organised team player. Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
The applicant should possess an excellent command of both oral and written English.
