{GIZ,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH draws on the wealth of regional and technical expertise as well as tried and tested management know-how. As a federal enterprise, we support the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. GIZ offers customized solutions to complex challenges. We offer demand-driven, tailor-made and effective services for sustainable development in more than 130 countries worldwide.

The Energising Development Programme (EEnDev) has been supporting the establishment of Light Industrial Zones with access to energy in selected district capitals. The major objective of the intervention was to improve the business environment for small enterprises. It has entered a new phase which focuses on improving agricultural productivity and the efficiency of thermal processing of food commodities. It shall be organized in three new components out of which the first two components will promote small-scale irrigation by farmers, either by the means of electricity from the grid or from off-grid PV-pumps.

Job Summary

The Technical Officer is responsible for:

•   Assisting the Team Leader and other experts she/he is assigned to in their technical tasks
•   Coordinating and project activities and trainings and communicating
•   Carrying out specific tasks concerning the knowledge management in the project
•   Supporting the project team in implementing project activities
•   Follows up the project monitoring system, updates information concerning the progress of the project, periodically documents and reports the results of the activities
•   Assists in the planning, coordination, and documentation of meetings, workshops, seminars and other activities of the project, focusing on the technical aspects.
•   Coordinates training activities in Competency Based Economies through the Formation of Enterprise (CEFE) and Irrigation systems installation and Water Management including PV Applications.
•   Supports the Team in the assessment of applications and simple business plans submitted after training sessions;
•   Organises and coordinates training activities related to providing access to energy for irrigation and crop production,
•   Assists with the preparation of drawings and cost estimates for the extension and connections of the LV networks to selected farms;
•   Supports the Team in mobilizing and payment Of the contributions of beneficiaries to the Utility Company
•   Performing other duties and tasks at the request of management.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering or related field

Professional Experience

•   Minimally 5 years of professional working experience in a similar position
•   Experiences in project management
•   Should have experience in extension, small scale agriculture and small scale irrigation systems.
•   Knowledge of renewable energy and PV applications in irrigation would be an advantage.

Other Qualifications

•   Good working knowledge of modern telecommunication systems, IT-know-how {MS Office, Access or other database program)
•   Your language skill enable you to work in multi-cultural environment, you are fluent in English and at least one major Ghanaian language (Twi, Ga, Ewe)
•   Should have a valid Ghanaian driving license with a minimum of 5 years experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and a half to one page letter addressing the applicant’s motivation by email to:

hr-ghana@giz.de

Closing Date: 21 July, 2014

{Fisheries Commission,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

The assignment of the Aquaculture Specialist covers the following tasks:

•   Manage the implementation of WARFP Ghana Component 4: Aquaculture Development
•   Contribute to the preparation or revision of the annual work program, budget and monitoring and evaluation plan for review by the Project Technical Committee and the Steering Committee with focus on Component4;
•   Lead the implementation of the following activities:
a) Developing a Volta Lake zoning plan based on EIA criteria within the aquaculture policy and legal framework;
b) identify other aquaculture growth centers and evaluate the need for zoning;
c) improving the genetic quality of Tilapia fingerlings and brood-stock;
d) catalyzing aquaculture development for medium and large scale enterprises;
e) marketing and technical studies; and
f) support for small-scale aquaculture development.
•   Ensure that all aquaculture support measures under the program
a) are informed by appropriate economic investment analysis:
b) are sequenced appropriately with relevant policy initiatives;
c) comply with all relevant environmental and social impact standards; and,
d) support an Ecosystems Approach to Aquaculture (http://www.fao.org/fishery/topic/16035/en)
•   Work with the commercial aquaculture sector to strengthen the capacity of associations and producer groups so that they play a greater role in governance of the sector
•   Draw up a needs assessment of the Fisheries Commission in respect of capacity
•   Build capabilities within the Fisheries Commission and other aquaculture stakeholders through the sharing of skills and expertise, mentoring and the establishment of enduring systems, frameworks and processes for evaluating and implementing aquaculture initiatives

Duration of Assignment
The appointment is for eight man-months over a period of twelve calendar months commencing from August 2014 with possibility of extension.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Candidate must possess a minimum of Master’s degree with at least fifteen years’ experience in related field;
•   Excellent  written   and  verbal   communication   skills  (English language is essential);
•   Business judgment and analytical decision making;
•   Ability to understand and incorporate information from other relevant disciplines,
•   including economics, public sector governance and agribusiness;
•   Demonstrated ability to deliver tasks within set deadlines:
•   Commitment to work effectively as part of a team, sharing expertise collaborating and mentoring.

Additional Experience

•   Knowledge of public sector policy and management options for improving performance in a developing country context;
•   Project management experience in similar projects, preferably aquaculture policy and legal framework development;
•   Record of participation in innovative, strategic and sustainable aquaculture solutions that integrate multiple aspects of resource management and investment;
•   Minimum of five years’ experience in working with local stakeholders, preferably in aquaculture.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

The Ghana Fisheries Commission now invites eligible individual Consultants to express their interest in providing the requisite services. Interested individual consultants must provide information indicating their qualification to perform the services (description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, detailed CVs stating general qualifications/academic background; and knowledge of local conditions, such as local language, culture, administrative systems and government organizations etc.).

Consultants will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s “Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants by World Bank Borrowers” dated January 2011.

Interested Consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours: 09:00 to 17:00 hours GMT, Mondays to Fridays. Expression of Interest must be delivered in four (4) copies by close of business on 7th July, 2014 to the address below.
The Project Coordinator
WARFP. Fisheries Commission
P.O.Box GP 630
Accra-Ghana

Location: Ministry of Communications (Second Floor, Room 14 or Room 23), Ministries, Accra, Ghana
Telephone: +233 20 8128888 or +233 24 743366
Email: cadablah@gmail.com  or jaamissah@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 07 July, 2014

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jun-2014};

Agric Personnel wanted for immediate employment

Qualification Required & Experience

Agric College Certificate, the following must be added advantage

•   A degree
•   A Christian who knows how to sing or play any instrument and must be ready to work on weekends.
•   Must live around these areas – North Kaneshie

Location: Accra, North Kaneshie, Bubiashie, Adabraka, Abeka Lapaz and environs.

How To Apply For The Job

Send CV to:-

saficagh@yahoo.com  or  safricagh@gmail.com

or call:-

0272-875533

Closing Date: 30 June, 2014

{Wynca Sunshine,Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jun-2014};

A reputable company is looking for the services of the following personnel to occupy the position below:- Agriculture Technician

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have been an Agriculture Technician Expert with not less than 3 years experience
•   Must be familiar with the Plant Protection Regulatory services and Agro-chemical knowledge
•   With a minimum qualification in HND from a recognised tertiary institution
•   Only one (1) person is needed

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are requested to submit:

•   An application letter
•   CV with names and addresses of two referees
•   Two (2) passport size pictures
•   Any of the Valid National ID cards

To email: jatwumasi431@yahoo.com and copy to email: 253160036@qq.com

or call:-

0506-161171 / 0241-297978 / 0261-515457

Location:

Boankra, Off Ejisu – Konogo road, In Between AP Station and Unity Oil Station, Kumasi.

Address: WYNCA SUNSHINE AGRIC. PRODUCTS & TRADING CO., (GH)  

Closing Date: 18 June, 2014

{Wynca Sunshine,Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jun-2014};

A reputable company is looking for the services of the following personnel to occupy the position below:- Agricultural Extension Officer

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have been an Agriculture Technician Expert
•   Must be familiar with the Plant Protection Regulatory Services
•   Must be able to offer Agriculture Education and Training to both internal and external customers
•   Familiarity with the registration of new products is an added advantage
•   Must be a good communicator and have some expertise in knowledge impartation
•   With a minimum qualification in HND from a recognised tertiary institution.

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are requested to submit:

•   An application letter
•   CV with names and addresses of two referees
•   Two (2) passport size pictures
•   Any of the Valid National ID cards

To email: jatwumasi431@yahoo.com and copy to email: 253160036@qq.com

or call:-

0506-161171 / 0241-297978 / 0261-515457

Location:

Boankra, Off Ejisu – Konogo road, In Between AP Station and Unity Oil Station, Kumasi.

Address: WYNCA SUNSHINE AGRIC. PRODUCTS & TRADING CO., (GH)  

Closing Date: 18 June, 2014

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jun-2014};

Chemonics International Inc. seeks four technical and administrative specialists for the recently awarded five-year, USAID-funded Ghana Feed the Future Agriculture Policy Support (Ghana FtF-APS) Project. The Ghana FtF-APS project aims to increase the capacity of the government of Ghana, the private sector, and civil society organisations in evidence-based policy formation, implementation, research and advocacy and in rigorous monitoring and evaluation of  agricultural programmes under the Medium Term Agriculture Sector Investment Plan. The Personnel will support the effective and efficient long-term management and implementation of the Ghana FtF-APS project by filling the following position:- Agricultural Economist

Job Summary

The Agricultural Economist will provide training and support to stakeholder organisations for policy analysis and formation activities, including institutional capacity building.

Responsibilities will include

•   Analyzing existing capacity for agriculture policy analysis within partner organisations and developing tools and recommendations for building partner capacity
•   Work with technical staff to identify policy priorities, data collection and analysis priorities and will develop tools and trainings to address gaps in knowledge and skills
•   Providing technical assistance to government agencies, research organisations and private sector organisations
•   Building capacity for data collection and analysis of policy impacts on women farmers and entrepreneurs

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in agricultural economics, statistics or a related field, ten years experience in agricultural policy analysis and data collection, organisational capacity building, good writing skills
•   USAID experience preferred
•   Fluent english language capability

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send electronic submissions, including a cover letter / expression of interest and an updated curriculum vitae to:-

jobs@agripolicyghana.org

Closing Date: 13 June, 2014

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organisation, or other non-merit factors.

{Wienco,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jun-2014};

Job Description

•   Promote, develop the sales and installation of  pivot irrigation systems
•   Provide alter sales support and services to clients using pivot irrigation
•   Provide leadership on participatory water management approaches and irrigation options for farmers
•   Prepare ideas for innovative actions,including  water application techniques, irrigation methods and field layout promoting efficient and sustainable use of water and endure effective dissemination

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced university degree in a relevant field for irrigation work (hydrology, water conservation, watershed management, etc);including adequate agribusiness knowledge
•   Minimum of 8 years consistent professional specialization in irrigation planning
•   Deep seated knowledge of Ghana and its irrigation sector and prospects
•   Demonstrated competencies at both policy and field implementation level
•   Ability to transfer knowledge and benefits derived from investment in irrigation
•   Must be willing and able to travel frequently around the country
•   Excellent computer skills, Ms word Outlook, Excel Database
•   Valid driving license

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons may email their application letter and current CV to:-

recruitment@wienco.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

P.O. Box KIA 9022
Airport, Accra

New Location:

Ring Road East,
Labone Junction By-Pass;
North Labone, Accra

E-mail: search@shawbellghana.com

Telephone: 774112 / 767498

Closing Date: 18 June, 2014

{Tropo Farms Ltd,Eastern Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jun-2014};

Established in 1997, Tropo Farms Ltd is a major fish farming company in Ghana and operates in the Volta Basin.

Job Summary

•   Daily entry of production data (FEEDING, HARVEST, MORTALITIES, GRADING, FISH TRANSFERS, WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS….) for different farm sites into an ERP Software System.
•   Generates reports from Data Management Systems.
•   He/she shall report to the Production Manager and the General Manager.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicants must have HND or a First Degree in Aquaculture, Agricultural Economics or Biological Science with strong analytical and numeric background.
•   Must have a minimum of two years working experience
•   Good understanding of aquaculture practices and principles
•   Strong planning and organizational skills

Location: MPAKADAN – Asuogyaman, Eastern Region

How To Apply For The Job

All Interested Applicants should send their cover letters and CVs to:

marybonsu@yahoo.com   or  tropofarms.recruiting@gmail.com

Closing Date: 23 June, 2014

{International Cocoa Initiative (ICI),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jun-2014};

The International Cocoa Initiative (ICI) seeks a Training Associate to support its operations in Ghana.

JOB FUNCTION

Under the supervision of the ICI National Coordinator and in close collaboration with the Communications Manager, the Training Associate will be responsible for initiating and executing training and awareness raising interventions for stakeholders in the cocoa sector, including industry, district and government officials, civil society, as well as producers’ organisations and communities.

Training and capacity development

•   Assist the National Coordinator and Programme Associates with the planning of workshops and seminars for various cocoa –sector stakeholders including partner organisations such as industry, producers’ organisations, non-governmental organisations, extension services, certification bodies and national authorities.
•   Analyze and contribute to the review and development of training modules relating to addressing the worst forms of child labour in cocoa as well as broader child development, child protection and child rights issues.
•   Support the Community Development Associate (CDA) and Income Generating/Livelihood Associate (IGA/LA) to provide relevant capacity development for community groups including the Community Child Protection Committees (CCPCs) in the performance of their tasks.
•   Support the CDA and implementing partners (IPs) to arrange and undertake relevant trainings on resource mobilization, Community Action Plan (CAP) monitoring, CAP assessment and review, mainstreaming CAPs into district development plans and any other relevant training that promotes the use of CAPs.
•   Support the IGA/LA on the integration of child labour and child protection within relevant activities including Farmer Field Schools (FFS).
•   Plan and undertake training and awareness raising activities.
•   Develop appropriate training tools suitable to various stakeholders.
•   Make recommendations for improvement of training activities.

Advocacy and Communications

•   Support ICI’s advocacy objectives as well as the preparation of brochures and other communication materials of ICI and their dissemination.
•   Prepare success stories, document best practices and other necessary materials from implementation of activities in the communities and facilitate their dissemination to relevant partners and beneficiaries.

Reporting

•   Prepare reports on activities in accordance with ICI’s reporting frameworks.
•   Disseminate reports generated to relevant stakeholders.

Financial management

•   Prepare financial reports from training and communication activities.
•   Support the ICI Finance Associate to prepare financial reports using ICI’s financial reporting formats.

Applicant must have

•   Knowledge and skills for training using varied methodologies;
•   Knowledge of the concepts of child protection and child labour including its causes, dimensions and effects;
•   Knowledge of international and national laws and policies on child labour;
•   A strong knowledge of the cocoa sector including the activities that take place in cocoa production and processing;
•   Skills in programme development and monitoring, report preparation and knowledge documentation;
•   Very strong written and verbal communications skills in English;
•   Have good people management skills;
•   Be able to initiate action at short notice, produce high quality results and able to work independently, as well as be a good team player;
•   Be competent in Office Suites (Word, Excel, and Power Point, conversant with using the internet).

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Communications, Development Studies, Social Sciences or any other relevant field;
•   At least 5 years working experience as a trainer;
•   At least 5 years’ experience working in the development or social sector.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

The position is based in Accra with extensive travel to ICI’s project districts.

LANGUAGES:  Fluency in written and spoken English, and a Ghanaian language preferably Twi. Knowledge of French would be a plus.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

•   Send an application letter stating the skills that you would bring to the post.
•   Your CV/résumé including names and contacts of at least two references (no photographs, please).
•   Writing sample.

Send application documents to:-

jobhubgh@gmail.com

Closing Date: 06 June, 2014

Please send only Word documents with the titles “<your name> cover letter” and “<your name> CV”. Please put “Training Associate” in the email subject line.