Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaian Nationals for the post of Programme Officer (Social Transfer) (National Officer Category).

•   Post Level: NO-B Duty
•   Station: Tamale
•   VN No.:VN-15-12
•   IMIS#:   15003
•   Type of Contract Fixed-Term

JOB PURPOSE
Under the general guidance of the Programme Specialist (FT) and Social Protection Specialist (P4), the Programme Officer (Social transfer) is accountable for effective engagement with District Social Welfare Officers to support and monitor the field implementation of the LEAP 1000 in the 10 selected districts.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Provides technical support to the District Coordinating Directors, District Planning Officers and District Social Welfare Officers for the operation and implementation of the LEAP 1000 project in the areas of selection of communities, targeting process, communication material/strategy, enrolment process, payment, reconciliation and monitoring. Submit regular report to supervisor on progress made in the above areas.
•   Ensure the LEAP 1000 operational guidelines are complied with; providing the right interpretation of the guidelines as may be required. Assistance needed by the officers to effectively administer the programme is provided on time and areas of capacity needs are accessed and support provided in consultation with supervisor.
•   Provide assistance to the District Coordinating Directors, District Planning Officers and District Social Welfare Officers for the management of LEAP 1000 beneficiary household data and to ensure that up to date data is readily made available for planning and adjustment purposes.
•   Support the design and implementation of a communication and information strategy to accompany the project's roll-out. In collaboration with district officers ensure that information on project is communicated to beneficiaries to ensure compliance.
•   Ensure timely disbursement of funds to beneficiaries. Accompany the district officers and project team members/stakeholders to payment sites to monitor payment, monitor beneficiary compliance with project conditions/requirements and submit monitoring reports to supervisor after each payment cycle. Provide support to the district officers in completing and submitting the payment and quarterly M&E forms if needed.
•   Coordinate HACT assurance activities for the LEAP programme at field level (including programme and financial spot checks), and monitor implementation of critical recommendations arising from HACT assurance and HACT spot check activities at field level.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   University degree, preferably advanced university degree or equivalent background, in social development, development studies, social sciences, public relations or other relevant disciplines.

Work Experience

•   At least two years of relevant professional work experience in social development, field monitoring and programme implementation (preferably field work in the areas of cash transfer and livelihood enhancement)

Language Proficiency

•   Fluency in English and local working language of the duty station

Competency Profile

•   Core Values (Required)
Commitment
Diversity and Inclusion
Integrity
•   Core Competence (Required)
Communication [II]
Working with People [I)
Drive for Results [I]
•   Functional Competencies (Required)
Formulating Strategies and Concepts (I)
Analysing [II]
Applying Technical Expertise [II]
Planning and Organising [II]
Persuading and influencing [ II ]

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

If you have experience working in a similar capacity and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better would for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter supported by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from: http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_apply.html . Applicants are requested to indicate the title of the position they are applying for. Applications should be hand delivered or sent through the post:

The Human Resources Officer
UNICEF
P. O. BOX 5051
Accra-North

Closing Date: 17 February, 2015

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
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