{CARE International,Bolgatanga,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,14 Jun-2016};

CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission

To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision

We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Regional Project Officer – Northern Ghana Governance Activity Project (NGGA). The NGGA initiative in Ghana is part of CARE Ghana program that seeks to promote and strengthen responsive governance for improved agricultural development in Ghana. CARE is the lead implementer in a consortium for the capacity building intervention located in 26 target MMDAs of the Northern, Upper East and Upper West Regions of Ghana. The NGGA consortium brings together first-hand knowledge and expertise in evidence-based, gender responsive development programming in Northern Ghana to empower poor women and smallholder farmers to promote more productive and equitable engagement in Agriculture through training, networking, advocacy and joint action. This Northern Ghana Governance Activity is being implemented with the generous support of the American People, through USAID.

JOB SUMMARY

•   The Project Officer reports to the Governance and Advocacy Specialist. The position is based in Bolgatanga, Upper East Region. S/He will be responsible to oversee MMDA level activities, provide technical capacity building to partner MMDAs and CSOs, provide monitoring support to field implementers, collaborate with project technical team at the Project Coordinating Unit (PCU) for activity planning and delivery, support M&E data gathering, ensure that regional, district and community level implementation is aligned to NGGA program strategies and write reports to the PCU in Tamale. S/he is also responsible for facilitating adequate communication, team building, accountability, monitoring, and effective collaboration between partners and stakeholders during project implementation.

Key Responsibilities

•   Facilitate enhanced understanding of agricultural sector policies that supports the livelihood enhancement and empowerment of farmers particularly women.
•   Provide technical support to partners and communities to effectively engage with key actors within the agric sector.
•   Identify skill and knowledge gaps of farmers, technical staff and other stakeholders that need to be addressed in order for them to effectively engage for value-added service delivery.
•   Support and facilitate partners to review legislation, customs, methods and community plans for improved productivity environment and agricultural value chain promotion.
•   Strengthen community structures to address needs of smallholder /women farmers.
•   Create platforms at community and MMDA levels to establish horizontal and vertical dialogue between and among  interest groups to provide access to information, and promote social accountability for improved quality of services
•   Work with local implementing partner and field based staff to provide information to farmers to facilitate adoption of appropriate policy, agronomic and management practices to meet environmental and quality standards of production.
•   Provide technical capacity building to women groups and other target partners
•   Support advocacy activities to ensure women’s engagement and voice in agricultural policies and services
•   Facilitate the establishing and/or strengthening of district and regional based “women in agriculture” platforms
•   Facilitate the establishing and/or strengthening of district and regional based “women in agriculture” platforms.
•   Monitor the gender responsiveness of MMDA agricultural plans, budgets and service delivery through gender audits.
•   Organise feedback interface sessions between MMDAs and women activists to report on the audit results
•   Contributes to ensuring monitoring and evaluation, impact measurement, documentation, learning and sharing.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of a first degree in Agriculture or Natural Resource Management or social Sciences
•   Masters degree in Social Sciences, Agriculture or Natural Resource Management will be an added advantage

Skills and Experience

•   At least 5 years progressive experience in the area of project management and promoting gender equality,
•   Experience in working with local communities, partnership with local NGOs/ and District Assemblies structures
•   Knowledgeable in food security, gender and nutrition issues
•   Demonstrated capacity in at least two of the following areas: equity and diversity; vulnerability, governance and institution capacity building; poverty alleviation; and conflict resolution.
•   Excellent facilitation, negotiation, networking, interpersonal and communication skills
•   Excellent administrative and project planning skills, management and communication and report writing, monitoring, supervisory and coaching skills
•   Proven competencies in designing and conducting training and workshops
•   Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet)
•   Excellent Analytical skill, good written and oral communication skills
•   Excellent professionalism and relationship building skills, Critical thinking, creative and analytical skill
•   Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent spoken and written English

Location: Bolgatanga

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:

hr.ghana@co.care.org

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing Date: 14 June, 2016

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

{CARE International,Bolgatanga,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,14 Jun-2016};

CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission

To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision

We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

•   CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Monitoring & Evaluation Officer (M&E) – Northern Ghana Governance Activity Project (NGGA).

•   The NGGA initiative in Ghana is part of CARE Ghana program that seeks to promote and strengthen responsive governance for improved agricultural development in Ghana. CARE is the lead implementer in a consortium for the capacity building intervention located in 26 target MMDAs of the Northern, Upper East and Upper West Regions of Ghana. The NGGA consortium brings together first-hand knowledge and expertise in evidence-based, gender responsive development programming in Northern Ghana to empower poor women and smallholder farmers to promote more productive and equitable engagement in Agriculture through training, networking, advocacy and joint action. This Northern Ghana Governance Activity is being implemented with the generous support of the American People, through USAID.

JOB SUMMARY

•   The Regional M&E Officer is responsible for supporting project teams and stakeholders, data collection and capacity building of stakeholders as well as project documentation and dissemination to guide program management in the achievement of the overall goal of Northern Ghana Governance Activity (NGGA).The position is based in Bolgatanga and would undertake regular travel to the communities and operational area of the project in Upper East region. The regional M & E Officer will report to the Monitoring and Evaluation (M & E) Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

•   Management and Coordination of all NGGA M&E related Programmes and Activities in the Upper East region;
•   Assist partner CSOs to Develop Mechanisms for Promoting Citizen-based Monitoring and Evaluation of agricultural Policies and Programmes in the region;

Continuous Monitoring and data collection:

•   Carry out Joint Periodic Field Monitoring Visits to verify Project Implementation;
•   Work with CSOs and Communities in the region to ensure Participation and Monitoring of Digital –E platform;
•   Carry out Periodic Compilation, Synthesis and Analysis of Regional Level Data;
•   Prepare Periodic Reports on findings of field visits with Geo-Tagged GPS Locations in Standardized Reporting Format for the MIS
•   Work as a regional focal person and support districts and community level CSOs including women led platforms in collecting, tracking and reporting of district Level Monitoring Data;

Support M&E Strategy

•   Provide Lead in the implementation of Zonal Level Three Pronged M & E Strategy, which includes (a) Measuring of Impact and Outcomes of the Project (b) CSO Monitoring of MMDA Capital Investment Projects and Campaigns in Districts of the Zone and (c) Direct Community Monitoring of MMDA agricultural projects and campaigns in districts within your region;
•   Gender Inclusiveness
•   Ensure gender sensitive and Inclusive M & E in the region by monitoring the needs of women and men, children and adults, the aged, people with disability and excluded in capital Projects;
•   Disseminate M&E results and information to staff at the community, district, Sub-office and head office as well as partners and project beneficiaries
•   Participate in forums to share program based information with stakeholders at the district, Sub office and national levels
•   Develop  quarterly impact measurement reports to keep clients informed on program activities and performance

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of first degree in agricultural sciences, Development Planning, Statistics, Project Management or other related fields from a recognized University.

Skills and Experience

•   At least 3 years experience in project planning, management, monitoring and evaluation especially at the local level
•   Ability to ride a motorbike
•   Skills in developing appropriate data collection tools, and ability to assist in collecting required data, analyze, integrate and use such data to accurately identify and diagnose key issues and further assist in developing strategies and plan to resolve them
•   Familiarity with the key constraints in the agricultural sector
•   Commitment to achieving results, deadline driven, proactive and self motivated.
•   Computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Power Point, SPSS, MS Project
•   Demonstrated cross-cultural sensitivity and experience.
•   Excellent oral and written English is required. Fluency in some of the local language(s) in the region the applicant is applying for would be an asset.
•   Ability to build and work in a team
•   NGOs experience; development M & E, quality improvement experience

Location: Bolgatanga

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:

hr.ghana@co.care.org

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing Date: 14 June, 2016

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

{Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 7 years,20 May-2016};

The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) is working with African governments, donors, NGOs, the private sector and African farmers to significantly and sustainably improve the productivity and incomes of resource poor farmers in Africa through agricultural development targeted at resource poor farmers. AGRA has its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, a regional office in Accra, Ghana and is opening several country-based offices.

Job Summary

•   AGRA is seeking to recruit an experienced and exceptional individual to fill the position of Programme Officer Markets and Harvest,
•   The position is internationally recruited, based in Accra, Ghana on a three year renewable contract
•   The Programme Officer for Markets and Harvest Management will work to create market opportunities for farmers; to strengthen and develop new market institutions, especially SME grain trading companies, to improve the efficiency of agricultural markets;
•   To reduce transaction costs and risks facing poor farmers;
•   To expand income opportunities from value added market activities;
•   To lower the price of food for consumers, especially for poor net-buyers of food in rural and urban markets.
•   The goal is to link at least 9 million smallholder farmers in five years to profitable local, regional and international markets, ultimately expected to improve the lives of 21 million people through partnerships.
•   She will work closely with the other programme officers, Markets & Harvest to develop initiatives that translate smallholder farm activity gains into increased incomes.
•   She will design and implement grant- making activities that address constraints to value chain actors’ knowledge and behaviour change.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Develop implement and scale-up agricultural output market access approaches that directly benefit smallholder farmers.
•   Develop an approach to reform national and regional policies and institutions to facilitate agricultural market development and trade.
•   Develop and support innovative value chain approaches that increase the participation of smallholder farmers in local, regional and global trade flows.
•   Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with private sector grain traders.
•   Maintain up-to-date market analysis for staple food crops in targeted countries and strengthen grain trade.
•   Identify, support and guide efforts that enable smallholder farmers to sell their products and capture value from downstream activities (e.g. market information systems).
•   Lead efforts to facilitate economic transactions between value chain players and smallholder farmers in Africa.
•   Develop and support multi-disciplinary networks of individuals and organlsations that promote linking smallholder farmers to markets.
•   Represents the Head in diverse fora
•   Technical programme lead and deputises the Head. Markets & Harvest Management Provides leadership in key initiatives (country team leader, project lead)
•   Provide market-led support in the integrated strategy to the West Africa Regional Head.
•   Develop and support programmes for training the next generation of agri-business leaders in Africa .

Qualification Required & Experience

•   An advanced degree (Masters) in Agricultural Economics, Business, or related disciplines, A proven manager able to develop and implement innovative solutions to markets and develop agribusiness linkages which serve poor farmers.
•   At least 7 years of experience leading agribusiness and development efforts, partially or wholly in Africa with at least 3 years in West Africa. Direct private sector experience a plus.
•   Experience in managing multinational initiatives in the private and public sector.
•   A solid understanding of agricultural commodity markets and value-added products.
•   A solid understanding of farmer incentives that influence the adoption of technologies and market linkages and an ability to work with national and regional agricultural institutions and governments to accelerate technology uptake, agricultural trade development at national, regional and/or international levels.
•   A sound understanding of underlying demand and supply
•   challenges in Africa, and an ability to lead local partners to implement high-impact programmes to solve these challenges.
•   A sound understanding of innovative ICT platforms that are friendly and easy to use by smallholder farmers
•   A sound understanding of warehouse receipt system, commodity exchange and trading Sound project management experience
•   Must be proficient in English and French

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

For more information on this position, applicants can visit www.agra.org

•   If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, kindly submit your application in hard copy or soft with a detailed CV (including your e-mail and telephone contacts), photocopies of academic certificates and testimonials, and names of three referees with their full contact details.
•   Applications should be submitted to the address below not later than 5.00 p.m. local time on May 20, 2016.
•   An attractive remuneration package as per the approved AGRA’s salary structure commensurate with the responsibilities of the job will be availed to the right candidate.

Deloitte & Touche, Ghana
Ibex Court, 4 Liberation Road
Ako Adjei Interchange
P.O Box GP4S3
Accra
Ghana

Email: (gexecutivesearch@deloitte.com)

Closing Date: 20 May, 2016

{Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 4 years,25 Apr-2016};

Organisational Settings

•   Through its Country Offices, or FA Representations, FAO assists governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to address hunger and malnutrition, and provides technical support for the sustainable development of their agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors.
•   The activities of the FAO Country Offices include design and implementation of country-tailored field programmes, liaison with local donor representatives, and active public awareness-raising and outreach activities related to FAO initiatives such as the World Food Day.

Duration: Fixed Term Two (2)years
Organizational Unit: Assistant FAO Represention in Ghana (FRGHA)
CCOG Code: 1.A.02
Grade Level: NO-B
Post Number: 0916811

The post is located in the Regional Office for Africa in Accra, Ghana.

Reporting Lines:

•   The Assistant FAO Representative (Programme) reports to the FAO Representative (FAOR).

Technical Focus:

•   Programme development, coordination and operational assistance based on the knowledge of the local conditions, culture, language and institutions of the country of assignment.

Key Results:

•   Effective and efficient coordination and provision of the technical and operational support of the programme and project activities of the FAO Representation

Key Functions:

•   Liaises and assists government authorities and local, national and international institutions in the areas of FAO’s activities in the country and with other UN agencies. He/she may represent FASO at inter-agency meetings as required;
•   Promotesthe image of FAO through advocacy of the Organization’s mandate, programmes, national priorities and activities including development and maintenance of communication tools such as website, press releases and publications, and support the implementation of FAO’s regulatory framework (codex Alimentarius, Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, Safe Use of Pesticides, etc.) in the country;
•   Coordinates the collection, consolidation and maintenance of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries including information on external aid in FAO’s corporate systems and monitor changes in national policies affecting the agricultural sector;
•   Participates in producing technical, economic and policy studies as required and developing country level development frameworks such as the Country Programming Framework (CPF) and the United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAF);
•   Participates in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals and monitor and review the status of programme/project implementation to ensure that all operational activities are carried out in line with the work plan and the project document; identify inconsistencies and delays and, when necessary, propose corrective measures to overcome operational constraints;
•   Briefs, trains and supervises lower grade level programme staff regarding all aspects of the job. Ensures adherence to procedures and work requirements and accuracy and diligence of the work provided.
•   Performs other duties as required

Specific Functions:

•   Supports the FAOR to regularly monitor and facilitate meeting deadlines on key deliverables, project results and main targets;
•   Supports the FAOR to ensure the result based deliverables of FAO projects and Programme in the country;
•   Assists the FAOR in developing and promoting the country resource mobilization strategy and contribute to fund mobilization efforts through liaison with the donor community in the country; and formulate pipeline projects as appropriate

Remuneration:

•   A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: http://www.un.org/Depts/OHRM/salarles_allowances/salary.htm

Qualification Required & Experience

•   National of the country of assignment
•   University degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry, fisheries, or any other field related to the work of the Organization
•   Four years of relevant experience in agricultural development and/or project implementation in an area of FAO’s activities in the country OR Advanced University degree in agriculture, agricultural economics, forestry, fisheries, or any other field related to the work of the Organization and two years of relevant experience in agricultural development and/or project implementation in an area of FAO’s activities in the country
•   Working knowledge (Level C) of English language
•   Working knowledge of local languages

Competencies:

•   Results Focus
•   Teamwork
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
•   Building Effective Relationships
•   Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills:

•   Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable
•   Extent and relevance of experience in programme/project development and management
•   Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and functions of the technical programme, operational guidelines and project/programme management procedures, preferably those adopted by the United Nations or FAO
•   Extent and relevance of experience in the field of policy analysis relating to food and nutrition security, agriculture and rural development
•   Extent and relevance of experience in the collection of country data on food, crops, livestock, forestry and fisheries
•   Extent and relevance of experience in the identification, formulation and preparation of programme and project proposals as well as programme/project implementation, monitoring and review
•   Extent of experience in and ability to negotiate and cooperate with national government officials, Inter-governmental Organizations and other institutions and in designing collaborative networks and joint programmes

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

Additional Information:

•   All candidates should possess computer/word processing skills.
•   Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by a competency-based interview.
•   Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your iRecruitment online profile (see “How to Apply”). We strongly recommend that you ensure that the information is accurate and complete including employment record, academic qualifications and language skills.
•   Please note that FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognised in the IAU/UNESCO list.
•   Other similar positions at the same level may be filled from this vacancy notice and the endorsed candidates will be considered for the Employment Roster for a period of 2 years.
•   Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, visit the iRecruitment website at http://www.fao.org/employment/irecruitment/en/ and complete your online profile.

•   Only applications received through iRecruitment will be considered.
•   Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
•   Vacancies will be removed from iRecruitment at 23:59 Central European Time (CET) on the deadline for applications date. We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: iRecruitment@fao.org

•   Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply.
•   Persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
•   All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
•   The incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities depending on the evolving needs ofthe Organization.

Closing Date: 25 April, 2016