{Relief International,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Established in 1990, Relief International (RI) is a leading global change organization that transforms adversity into renewal for the world’s most vulnerable populations.  RI bridges the gap between immediate humanitarian relief and long-term community development.  RI also comprises EnterpriseWorks/VITA (EWV) to expand its work to combat poverty by helping small producers and other entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses that create jobs and increase productivity, market opportunities and incomes.  The merged organization is currently working in more than 30 countries to combat global poverty through humanitarian and economic development programs based on sustainable, enterprise-oriented solutions.

Job Summary

Program Summary:
RI/EW is currently seeking advisors and experts for key positions in the upcoming 5-year USAID Ghana Agricultural Technology Transfer Project (ATT) Project.  The overall goal of the ATT Project is to provide technical assistance and capacity building for increasing the availability of agricultural technologies for smallholder farmers in Northern Ghana to focusing on improved seed technologies, including biotechnology; managing soil fertility; agriculture sector communications and knowledge management tools; strengthening capacity for agricultural research for technology development and transfer; and to strengthen public and private sectors to disseminate such technologies.  The project will focus on maize, rice, and soya and will be closely integrated with other USAID Ghana Feed the Future (FtF) and Government of Ghana’s projects and programs in the seed and soil fertility sectors.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

•  The Seed Industry Advisor will help strengthen the capacity to develop and access new seed varieties and improve the performance of the formal public and private seed sector to consistently produce high quality seeds for Ghanaian producers.
•  The Seed Advisor will support and test innovative business models for seed companies; promote linkages in the seed industry; strengthen agro dealers’ technical, businesses, and outreach capacity and skills; and foster the transition of Ghana’s seed sector towards a private sector led industry.  Support for knowledge and communications systems and technologies that disseminate information on varieties, quantities, prices and locations of seeds will be necessary. Candidates should have a strong technical background of seed production and market experience.
•  The Seed Advisor will work closely with a variety of stakeholders, institutions, and researchers across both public and private sectors in Ghana.

Qualification Required & Experience

Qualifications & Requirements:
RI/EW seeks a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results through teamwork for this anticipated program.

•  Master’s degree in an agriculture relevant field:
•  Minimum of seven years professional experience in building private sector-led seed industries in developing countries, preferably with some time in Africa, in order to increase the number of improved varieties available for smallholder farmers.
•  Demonstrated success in using value chain approaches and best practices for increasing the competitiveness of a commercial sector.
•  Experience in building capacity of both public and private sector actors in seed industries in carrying out regulatory requirements for seed sector development, including inspection, certification, quality assurance and testing of new varieties.
•  Solid background and knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations;
•  Excellent interpersonal, communication, public speaking, and strategic planning skills required;
•  Strong English writing skills required;
•  Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently;
•  Excellent time management skills and resourcefulness with strong attention to detail;

How To Apply For The Job

To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a cover letter, resume, salary history, 3 professional supervisory references (whom we may contact after a second interview) with the date of availability to: hrdevelopment@ri.org.

OR

To apply, please click on this link:

http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH07/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=RI&cws=4&rid=285

Closing Date: 23 December, 2012

{OFP Ltd,Kade,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Job Summary

•  Responsible for the promotion of occupational health, safety and environmental matters of the company
•  Identify inherent and potential hazards and communicate to employees and communicate to employees measures to avoid the dangers
•  Investigate and report on all accidents
•  Overlook total quality of the company’s products to meet  customers’ required  criteria, legal  compliances and industry standards

Qualification Required & Experience

BSc (Environmental Science, Biological Science, or Chemistry/Chemical Engineering)

How To Apply For The Job

Apply by e-mail to:

ofpl@ymail.com

Closing Date: 19 December, 2012

{Catholic Relief Services,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We are motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ to cherish, preserve and uphold the sacredness and dignity of all human life, foster charity and justice, and embody Catholic social and moral teaching as we act to:

•  Promote human development by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies; and,
•  Serve Catholics in the United States as they live their faith in solidarity with their brothers and sisters around the world.

As part of the universal mission of the Catholic Church, we work with local, national and international Catholic institutions and structures, as well as other organizations, to assist people on the basis of need, not creed, race or nationality.

Job summary

Purpose:
The Agriculture and Rural livelihoods program currently focuses on increasing household and community resiliency as well as equitable access to markets.

The Programme Manager (PM) – Agric will lead all aspects of current and future agriculture and livelihood programming, through strategic planning, fostering linkages with government and donor initiatives, supporting CRS local partners with implementation and capacity support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Ensure that vision and plans for the programs are innovative and are in line with CRS agency and country program strategies as well as Ministry of Food and Agriculture strategies.
•  Ensure integration of program interventions with other CRS programs, especially MicroFinance through regular meetings, communication and sharing.
•  Mainstream gender into the design and implementation of CRS-sponsored agriculture and agro-enterprise development programs to increase equity.
•  Develop agriculture capacity within CRS-Ghana and its partners through needs assessments, training, follow up and mentorship, as appropriate.
•  Oversee program’s monitoring and evaluation system, using data analysis as the basis for measuring performance. Ensure that M&E learning is incorporated into evolving program plans.
•  In collaboration with CR and Head of Programs, develop and strengthen linkages with Government agencies and civil society organizations in the agriculture and allied sectors.
•  Mobilize the necessary technical expertise within CRS and partner organizations to design competitive proposals for smallholder agriculture production and equitable participation in agriculture value chains.
•  Lead, manage and supervise a team of CRS agriculture and economic growth staff to meet program objectives.
•  Manage program budgets, including tracking of financial and material resources.

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Minimum Master’s Degree in Agriculture or related discipline.
•  Minimum 5-8 years of agriculture or community development experience at the national level.
•  Knowledge of key USG regulations including, but not limited to USAID 22 CF Part 226 Administration of Assistance Awards to U.S. Non-Governmental Organizations, 22 CFR Part 145 Grants and Agreements with Non-Profits, OMB Circulars A-122, Cost principles for non-profit organizations and A-133 Audit of states, local governments, and non-profits preferred.
•  Experience with participatory methods and partnerships required. Demonstrated capacity and experience with institutional strengthening of local civil society and government agencies.
•  Extensive knowledge of and experience with Ghana’s smallholder agriculture and agricultural value chains relative to crops, livestock, fisheries, their geographical setting, opportunities and constraints, especially roots and tubers, rice, soybean and cocoa.
•  Understanding of and experience with faith-based organizations, local church structures, and accompaniment and capacity-building principles in local partnerships highly desired.
•  Professional Proficiency in French and previous working experience in Francophone countries is highly desirable.

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit your C.V and letter of interest to :

GH_jobs@global.crs.org

Closing Date: 28 November, 2012

APPLICATION CRITERIA

•  CRS is an equal opportunity employer.  Female candidates meeting position requirements are strongly encouraged to apply Deadline for application.
•  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. For a full copy of the job description please e-mail  GH_jobs@global.crs.org
•  To apply for this position, please submit your CV and letter of interest to GH_jobs@global.crs.org by 5p.m. on Wednesday, November 28, 2012.
•  Application and CVs must be saved as attachments with the following format that includes title of position being applied for – e.g. – M&E Specialist.(Name of applicant)
•  Subject Line should indicate the media platform where applicant first sighted the advert – DG for Graphic, JIG for Jobs In Ghana and OMP for Other Media Platforms.

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

A reputable farmer based organization in the cocoa industry is looking for dynamic and seasoned individuals with the right acumen to join its team of professionals in the following position:- Field Supervisors

Qualification Required & Experience

Minimum Qualification: BSc in Crop Science or Agric Extension.

Key Skills

•  3 years or more continuous working experience in cocoa agronomy and well versed in field extension activities.
•  Knowledge about certification
•  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with farmers and own team of field extension staff.
•  Excellent management skills.
•  Good leadership, planning and organisation skills
•  Team player who understands how to do information dissemination.
•  Able to give and receive / process feedback
•  Tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with farmers on sensitive issues
•  Ability to drive light duty vehicle and with a valid driving license

Remuneration: Competitive salary and attractive benefits

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should forward their applications together with copies of their CVs, contact addresses and contact details of two referees to:-

cocoaopportunities@gmail.com

Closing Date: 14 November, 2012

{Safi Sana Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

As the Fertiliser and Soil Expert you will provide technical and scientific support to the product development team that is responsible for developing a portfolio of (bio) fertilisers from municipal and faecal waste for the local market in the Greater Accra Region

Responsibilities

•  Design of framework and methodology for the technical development process of future fertilizer products based on targeted crops, soil needs and farmer demand;
•  Technical supervision and support of the product development process done by the development team;
•  Report to the Manager during product development processes and upon product finalization;

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Agricultural education with a specific reference to (bio) fertilizers, plant nutrient sciences and soil management; a minimum of Msc/Mphil is required
•  The candidate is required to have proven work experience with a minimum of 5 years.

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should apply to:

envirofert@gmail.com

or

P. O. Box CT 8312
Cantonments, Accra

Closing date: 15th November, 2012

We are an equal opportunity employer

{Ministry of Food & Agriculture,Techiman/Koforidua,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

The Government of Ghana has received a loan from International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) various currencies towards the cost of implementing the Root and Tuber Improvement and Marketing Programme (RTIMP). The programme is expected to be implemented across 90 districts in Ghana.

It is intended that part of this loan will be applied for the recruitment of two (2) Capacity-Building and Linkages Officers (CBLO) for Techiman and Koforidua Zonal offices and one (1) Management Information Systems (MIS) Officer.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals for the position of two Capacity Building and Linkages Officers in the Root and Tuber Improvement and Marketing Programme of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture.

Capacity-Building and Linkage Officer (CBLO) (2 Positions)

The Capacity-Building and Linkage Officers would assist in the implementation of all field-level activities for promotion of linkages, business development, marketing and credit.

The employment contract would be for one year, renewable based on performance. Each Officer will be based at the Zonal Coordinating Office either at Techiman or Koforidua. They will report directly to the respective Zonal Coordinators.

Specific responsibilities will include but not limited to:-

•  Liaise with PCO staff and the respective Zonal coordinators in monitoring and evaluating the activities of the implementing partners
•  Link up with MoFA’s Farmer-Based Organisations Specialist, together and non-governmental initiatives (eg. initiatives for group formation and marketing arrangement) to promote formal and informal organisation of R&T farmers, processors and traders
•  Create awareness of existing and potential opportunities within the Root and Tuber commodity chain
•  Support the Business Development Training and Marketing Specialist (BDTMS) in determining the curriculum and training courses to be conducted in the zone
•  Collaborate with relevant organisations ( NGOs, Implementing Partners) that are involved in training and capacity building activities of RTIMP
•  Arrange training in capacity-building activities
•  Offer support services to the implementing partners (IPs) and Supply Chain Facilitators involved in RTIMP training programmes in the zone
•  Support BDTMS in the identification of markets within the R&T commodity chain
•  Involve in group formation and development to facilitate access of training/capacity building and credit services by target groups;
•  Support and participate in field counselling of target beneficiaries in applying formal business approaches
•  Support and sensitize beneficiaries of the Micro-Enterprise Fund (MEF) in loan repayment
•  Carry out other duties that may be assigned by the National Programme Coordinator through the respective Zonal Coordinators

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Post graduate degree in Agricultural related field or Rural/Social Development Planning
•  3 years working experience in Agricultural or rural development programme
•  Experience in commodity chains of food crops and agricultural-related products
•  Experience in Root and Tuber small scale production, processing and marketing
•  Computer literate especially in software of Microsoft Office
•  Well developed analytical problem solving skills
•  Good communication and presentation skills
•  Willingness and ability to work in a team
•  Proven competence in organisational skills
•  Willingness to work extra hours and sometime on weekends
•  Knowledge in gender issues would be an added advantage

How To Apply For The Job

Women are particularly encouraged to apply. Qualified and interested applicants should send application letters (with the position – CBLO clearly marked at the top of the envelop). Applicants are to enclose copies of their curriculum vitae, certificates and other relevant documents to:

National Programme Coordinator
Root and Tuber Improvement and Marketing Programme
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
P. O. Box 7728
Cadbury Hall
Asokwa – Kumasi

Closing Date: 20th November, 2012

Please include telephone and fax numbers and email address to facilitate early and easy contact. Only shortlisted applications will be contacted.

{Farm Radio International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2012};

Duty Station: Accra / Contract Duration: One year with possible Extension

Job Summary:
Contribute towards the engagement of a variety of radio and knowledge partners in developing a “Rural Radio 2.0” strategy in Ghana that leads to increased production and consumption of OFSP by at least 100,000 rural households.

The selected candidate will be responsible for implementing project activities, including: convening advisory group meetings, identifying and engaging radio partners, providing capacity development supports to the partner radio stations, overseeing pre-production, production, broadcast and programme monitoring activities, and participating in the outcome evaluations.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Develop relationships, memoranda of understanding, and action plans with strategic partners
•  Co-ordinate capacity building of four (4) partner radio stations and other stakeholders in Ghana to produce effective RR 2.0 for OFSP promotion
•  Pre-production research and planning of RR 2.0 OFSP promotion radio programmes. And this responsibility includes the formation of content Advisory Panel, Baseline, Formative Research and convene design workshop
•  Facilitate the production and broadcast of RR 2.0 promotion programmes by four (4) radio stations
•  Establish and implement a monitoring and evaluation systems for the project and share learning with all
•  Co-ordinate and nurture partnerships with stakeholders in the farm radio industry to ensure networking, sustainability and scaling out of effective RR 2.0 OFSP promotion programme
•  Any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor from time-to-time

Qualification Required & Experience

•  A minimum of first degree in Mass communication, Journalism, Media for Development, Arts, Agricultural extension and/or Social Sciences
•  Second degree in project management will be added advantage
•  Related 3-5 years hand on experience in radio broadcasting either as a producer and/or presenter
•  Solid understanding of the radio broadcasting policy and institutional environment in Ghana
•  Understanding of the potential of radio and ICTs in agricultural extension and rural development in Ghana
•  Good communication, writing, networking and interpersonal skills
•  Skills in participatory research approaches, facilitation and community mobilisation

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

•  Excellent Broadcasting Skills and Development Journalism
•  Skills in training design and implementation and contract management
•  Skills/Readiness to learn the use of ICT for development such as SMS and IVR
•  Good communication, writing, networking and interpersonal skills
•  Ability to mobilise partners and nurturing networks
•  Working knowledge of data and word processing computer packages eg: Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your resume with a cover letter to:

farmradiooffice@gmail.com

Closing Date: 06 November, 2012

We thank you for your interest in FARM RADIO INT, however only qualified applicants will be contacted

FARM RADIO: “Working with you to engage And Inform Farmers”

www.farmradio.org