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Job Summary

DAI is preparing the DFID funded Western Region Coastal Foundation programme which aims to address the establishment of a Dialogue Platform and the Coastal Foundation in which DAI will establish technical assistance as well as the development and delivery of the foundation’s funding strategy.

This 5 year project will be based in Sekondi-Takoradi, in Ghana’s western region and aims to improve stability and development prospects in the Western Region.

This will be achieved through a two-pronged approach;

•   Improving relationships between the oil and gas companies and coastal communities through a Dialogue Platform, and;
•   Channelling CSR funding to priority sectors that demonstrate real potential for providing economic opportunities for communities in the region - through focussing on supporting the following three sectors: promote alternative livelihoods; enable better business support services, and; develop relevant education and skills development training.

Scope of Work
Reporting to the Team Leader, the Operations and Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of finance/operation, developing and implementing programme policies and practices, ensuring organisational effectiveness by providing leadership on the programme’s financial and administrative functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

•   Support Team Leader in managing supervisory programme staff in completing timely activity budgets and work plans, as well as ensure regular reporting on all activities and advisory services provided under the programme
•   Work directly on personnel, finance, procurement, and grants policies and issues as they arise
•   Work with technical component leaders to ensure that all targets and deadlines are achieved according to workplans
•   Ensure programme finances and management practices are in compliance with DAI and DFID contractual rules and regulations
•   Serve as the Team Leader’s advisor on all contractual and financial matters with DFID, Partners, and Subcontractors and play a key role in the preparation of budgets
•   Undertake regular drafting and compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports, as indicated by the Team Leader
•   Work directly with DAI Head Office on programme, implementation, personnel, and budget issues
•   Provide operational advice and guidance to the Team Leader on an on-going basis

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced degree in Economics, Finance or Business or other related field preferred

Key Skills & Qualifications

•   Strong knowledge of donor reporting systems
•   Experience working on grants management programmes
•   Experience in setting up grants funds would be a distinct advantage.
•   Experience of working in Ghana or West African countries
•   Strong skill set in reporting, finance and monitoring and evaluation
•   Experience working with donors such as DFID, UNDP or World Bank
•   Excellent communication skills and fluency in English is essential

Location: Sekondi Takoradi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter referring to the position of interest to:-

GhanaWash@dai.com Early responses are encouraged.

Closing Date: 27 March, 2014

•   Anticipated Programme Start Date: June 2014
•   Programme Duration: 5 years
•   Please note that all profiles are indicative only and therefore subject to change.