JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc. (JSI) has received funding from the United States Agency for International Development to implement the Strengthening Partnerships, Results and Innovations in Nutrition Globally (SPRING) Project to work in northern Ghana with a focus on strengthening the treatment and preventive nutrition services in health facilities, and overseeing the implementation of specific tasks that strengthen community based nutrition improvements.

Job Title: Deputy Country Manager (Job: GH-44146)

JSI is in search of a Deputy Country Manager to work in collaboration with the Country Manager to oversee the day-to-day management and operations of implementing the SPRING/Ghana work plan and high impact nutrition interventions. The Deputy Country Manager will also provide technical input and oversight into the implementation of SPRING/Ghana activities.

Reporting Relationship
The Deputy Country Manager reports to the Country Manager based in Accra, Ghana.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Management

•   Support and assist the Country Manager with regular program management and operations management for efficient functioning of the office.
•   In collaboration with the Country Manager, oversee the development of the annual work plan.
•   Ensure implementation of SPRING activities based on the final approved work plan.
•   Directly manage the field-based team in Tamale, Ghana to ensure effective coordination and implementation.
•   Coordinate communication with national/regional and district level authorities.
•   Provide guidance and support to technical staff on processes and procedures in designing and implementing SPRING intervention within program focal areas at the National, Regional, and District Level.
•   Review and facilitate the finalization of deliverables; quarterly and annual project reports; and technical reports as needed.
•   Work in collaboration with the Finance & Administration Director to ensure that all SPRING activities are implemented in accordance with USAID financial procedures and JSI policy. Notify the Country Manager and/or HQ of any discrepancies.
•   Ensure the start-up and the scale-up of SPRING/Ghana implementation.
•   Provide quality assurance to the program design and implementation.
•   Represent SPRING/Ghana at key technical meetings as delegated by SPRING/Ghana Country Manager.
•   Identify and draw upon necessary technical resources and inputs to further implement program.
•   Coordinate SPRING/Ghana external technical assistance so it is timely and in harmony with the program implementation and for the performance of operation.
•   Initiate collaborative agreements and actions with key partners.
•   Lead the process of streamlining existing ENA/HFP/SBCC existing materials and trainings.
•   Report regularly to the Country Manager, and identify problems and issues for resolution in a timely manner.
•   Acts as SPRING/Ghana representative in the absence of the Country Manager.
•   Direct supervision of 7 staff from the Tamale base, including performance management.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   MPH or Relevant Master’s Degree
•   Has at least 10 years of experience in implementing development program with at least 5 years at a senior management level
•   Expertise in nutrition and/or agriculture program implementation
•   Experience in managing USAID funded projects.
•   Clear understanding of integrated programming
•   Excellent English written and oral communication skills.
•   Computer literate; proficient with Excel and Quick Books.
•   Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, managerial and organizational skills.
•   Detail-oriented.
•   Strong skills in teamwork and exhibits strong leadership
•   Proven high level of integrity (references will be helpful).
•   Ability to work on own initiative/proactive attitude.
•   Willing to travel to district level 50% of his/her time

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

JSI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individual are welcome to apply. Please send your cover letter and CV to:-

jobs@spring-nutrition.org or the JSI address listed below.

•   If you submit via e-mail, please write the title of the job you are applying to in the subject line.
•   JSI will only contact short-listed applicants.
•   Please no phone calls. Deadline for submission is April 30, 2014.

SPRING Representative
JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc.
House# F134/5
Third Soula Street
Labone
Accra, Ghana

Phone: 233.302.780.732
Fax: 233.302.780.062

Closing Date: 30 April, 2014

www.jsi.com
http://www.spring-nutrition.org