{DAI,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};

DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries. Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.

Job Summary

Africa Lead II Agricultural Development Young Professionals Internship Program

Africa Lead II—the Feed the Future: Building Capacity for African Agricultural Transformation Program—supports the advancement of agricultural transformation in Africa as proposed by the African Union Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program (CAADP). Simultaneously, Africa Lead II contributes to the Feed the Future (FTF) goals of reduced hunger and poverty by building the capacity of Champions—defined as men and women leaders in agriculture—to develop, lead, and manage the policies, structures and processes needed for the transformation process.

The scope of Africa Lead II is divided into three components, as follows:

•   Component One: Establishing and Improving Effectiveness of Institutional and Organizational Architecture for African-Led Agricultural Transformation.
•   Component Two: Strengthening Capacity to Manage and Implement the Policy Change and Alignment Process.
•   Component Three: Promoting the Effective Participation of Non-State Actors  (NSAs) in the Policy Process and Providing Capacity Strengthening Support when Necessary.

Africa Lead II’s Agriculture Internship Program aims to facilitate more efficient agricultural production, stronger agribusinesses and agricultural development institutions, a more direct link between NARS and farmers, and greater value addition in the agriculture sector across Africa. The broad goal is to support skills transfer and technological know-how that will help African agribusinesses and organizations to innovate, improve their commercial viability and catalyze agricultural transformation, thus contributing to improved food security.

The Africa Lead II Program welcomes applications from candidates interested in pursuing these young professionals development opportunities. Placement terms will be for a period of 12 months with anticipated postings  in  ECOWAS member states :Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Togo and Cape Verde.

Housing, monthly stipend, living allowances, round-trip airfare and related travel expenses to worksite  will be covered by the program. These 12 month young professionals development opportunities are not guarantees for full time employment upon successful completion of the placement.

Responsibilities

•   Provide technical assistance and support to the design and implementation of organizational related M&E activities, including performance monitoring plan development, indicator definition, data collection tools and methodologies, data entry, analysis and reporting
•   Assist in monitoring, documenting and communicating the processes, challenges, and achievements of implementation of the organization’s activities in both qualitative and quantitative dimensions
•   Ensure timely collection (e.g., surveys, interviews), storage and processing of data in electronic applications systems
•   Develop organization’s M&E application standards and procedures and tools
•   Keep stakeholders (e.g. Supervisors, Directors, Stakeholders) informed of all program results and challenges identified in the M&E process
•   Assist in developing and writing up results and success stories for organizational reports, and any marketing materials for the project
•   Assist in the dissemination of various program documents such as newsletters, success stories and other related documents to various stakeholders when required
•   Support the M&E team with entry and management of data by ensuring that data entered is accurate, timely and of the required quality
•   Provide support during assessment activities, meetings and workshops carried out by the organization in capturing key data and entering data on results of  institutional assessments and capacity building needs
•   Communicate and interpret between English and French speaking individuals as necessary with external and internal stakeholders
•   Transcribe reports, documents, forms and other technical materials between English and French as necessary
•   Suggest overall M&E system improvement tools and procedures
•   Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in social science, agricultural science or related field
•   Strong written & verbal communication skills, demonstrated research, data collection, report writing skills
•   Creating, compiling, or presenting report skills is a plus
•   Comfort with numbers, calculations, statistics and analytical skills is a plus
•   Computer skills, comfort with the ability to develop forms as well as data entry and analysis
•   MS Office (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access) preferred
•   Attention to detail, ability to monitor own work and ability to work in a team environment
•   Ability to manage own workload, handling multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing and responding in a timely manner on monitoring & evaluation issues
•   English/French Bilingual required written and oral communication.

General Minimum Required Qualifications

•   Bachelor’s degree Minimum , plus 2 years of relevant administrative or technical professional experience; or  a Master’s degree preferred with 1 year of relevant administrative or technical professional experience
•   Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
•   BS/BA degree required, advance degree preferred
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills
•   Must be able to travel and be based within Regional Institution in West Africa during the entire duration of the placement (minimum 1 year assignment)

General Preferred Qualifications

•   Experience in West African regional agricultural development A plus
•   International Travel and field related experience in urban and rural African settings desirable
•   Fluency in both French and English required

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

General Application requirements
All candidates must submit the following required documents:

•   Curriculum Vitae
•   1-Page Cover letter highlighting your ability to contribute your skills towards enhancing capacity of a regional organization involved in Food security. Kindly specify your strengths and weaknesses and ability to adapt to new mutli-cultural environment.
•   3 References: kindly provide 2 professional references and 1 personal reference

Please send applications to:

AfricaLEAD_Internships@dai.com

Closing Date: 05 September, 2014

Nationals of ECOWAS countries welcome to apply.

{African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};

The African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) was established in 1991 to build sustainable human and institutional capacity in support of Africa’s development. The Foundation’s goal is to improve the lives and prospects of people throughout the African continent. ACBF supports capacity development in Africa through grants making, knowledge sharing and technical assistance to countries and regional and sub-regional organizations. ACBF’s approach to capacity development focuses on addressing capacity needs and gaps as well as on stake-holder ownership of interventions, project and program sustainability and synergy of interventions with other development funding institutions.

Job Summary

The African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF), in partnership with the African Development Bank (AFDB) is implementing the African Governance Outlook Project (AGO) with a focus on financial governance in Africa. The project is currently being implemented in 10 countries.

Reporting to the Regional Director in the Accra, Ghana and working closely with the Senior Program Officer leading the AGO implementation, The Foundation, seeks to recruit a Project Officer to provide programmatic support and coordination for the successful implementation of the project.

Duties & Responsibilities:

•   Provide support on the AGO implementation process to the country teams based on the AGO methodology.
•   Assist with field coordination work. This includes regular reviewing draft reports tracking, monitoring of country level consultations, researches and preparation of country reports.
•   Assist to coordinate activities between ACBF and AfDB including preparation of regular progress reports to ensure timely delivery of set targets.
•   Support the compilation of AGO flagship reports.
•   Participate in field missions on AGO.

Contract Duration:

The successful candidate will be recruited on a temporary appointment basis an initial eleven months. The contract may be renewed subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Qualification Required & Experience

Selection will be on a competitive basis and the following minimum qualifications, experience and competencies are required:

•   A minimum of a Master’s degree in the Social Sciences, Law, Governance or Business subjects.
•   A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Governance issues and public financial management preferably with an international organisation.
•   Excellent written and spoken English language skills. Proficiency in French will be an added advantage.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
•   Excellent presentation skills, organizing, work planning and scheduling skills, capable of handling large volumes of assignments accurately.
•   Willingness to travel outside the country on field missions.
•   Excellent computer knowledge (MS applications)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications, quoting the reference “Project Officer- AGO,” including curriculum vitae with three (3) referees should be received at the address below by 23 August 2014.

The Human Resources Officer The African Capacity Building Foundation
P.O. Box 1562 HARARE, Zimbabwe
E-mail: root@acbf-pact.org

Closing Date: 23 August, 2014

For more details on the Foundation, please visit the ACBF web site at http://www.acbf-pact.org.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

{American Embassy,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};

The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana is seeking an individual for the position of COMMERCIAL ASSISTANT in the Foreign Commercial Section (FCS) of the Embassy.

POSITION NO: A51234

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Under the supervision of the Senior Commercial Officer, the incumbent performs research, contact and reporting assignments in promoting U.S. trade objectives in Ghana for assigned industry sectors of limited scope. S/he conducts market analysis; prepares market intelligence reports and submits alert reporting on commercial opportunities; provides business counseling to local and U.S. business representatives. S/he responds to trade complaints by researching the circumstances, analyzing the facts, and making recommendations for solutions. The incumbent provides advocacy support for the U.S. firms in major projects, organizes and implements a wide variety of Commercial Service trade promotion and business facilitation services, including the Gold Key Service (GSK), International Partner Search (IPS), International Buyer Program (IBP) delegations, trade missions, conferences and seminars. Serves as commercial librarian and event logistics coordinator as well as a backup to the Commercial Assistant.

Trade Promotion Support

The incumbent provides analysis of market and industry conditions in assigned industry sectors as well as market analysis reports and alert reporting on trade or investment opportunities; and prepares market research studies by obtaining preliminary analysis of statistical data derived from published and unpublished sources by interviewing manufacturers, distributors and related sources to obtain required basic information. The incumbent manages and implements trade promotion projects and events in Ghana, including trade missions, trade exhibitions, seminars, workshops, catalog shows and International Buyer Program delegations to the United States. S/he performs core Commercial Service business facilitation services such as Gold Key, Silver Key, IPS, ICP and Flexible Market Research.

Documentation and Reporting

The incumbent works with Global Markets colleagues at post, throughout the region and in the U.S., incumbent is responsible for capturing the work and the results generated by post which involves significant database development, work with Global Market’s CRM application, with post, regional and organization SharePoint sites and additional IT tools.

Counseling and Business Assistance

The incumbent briefs business and official visitors on the market conditions in Ghana as they relate to the assigned industries and is administratively responsible for specialized FCS trade programs (Gold Key Service, International Partner Search, etc.). S/he assists U.S. firms to export to Ghana by locating buyers, agents and distributors for their products as well as coordinate
among sub Saharan Africa posts, American clients and U.S. district offices, and developing and maintaining a database for all program activities in Ghana.

Market Research

The incumbent assists in development of the post’s annual market research plan (the blueprint for the research Post will perform over the course of the year) and helps ensure timely completion, or negotiates with Headquarters if plans must be changed. The range of market studies produced include Customized Market analysis (CMA), Industry Sector Analysis (ISA), International Market Insight (IMI), Flexible Market Research (FMR) and the Country Commercial Guide (CCG). Occasionally such reports, or parts thereof, are performed by outside contractors, in which case the incumbent selects and supervises the contractors and reviews the final report for
conformity with CS quality standards.

Qualification Required & Experience

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

•   A bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, marketing, international trade or business administration is required.
•   One year experience in marketing, business administration, economic research, information management, or closely related field is required.
•   Level IV (Fluent) in English is required. High degree of proficiency in both the written and spoken language, including the ability to translate. On occasion, the job holder may need to act as an interpreter. Language proficiency will be tested.
•   Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of the domestic economy, commercial and industrial structures, business and industry customs
and practices and trade and investment laws, regulations and policies.
•   Through understanding of Global Markets trade promotion goals, programs and
procedures, marketing strategies and reporting requirements as well as knowledge of U.S. business practices
•   Ability to develop and maintain an extensive range of mid to high-level contacts in the host government and private sector; to plan, organize and execute complex commercial research projects to prepare precise and accurate reports embodying in-depth analytical evaluations and to render advice with detachment and objectivity, employing sound professional judgment.

Starting Salary: GH¢28, 111 p.a.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174): or
2. A combination of both: i.e. Section 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information): plus
4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form
DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veteran preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
6. A telephone number, post office box and/or e-mail address where we can contact you to schedule an interview.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

NOTE:

1. All applications must have the Position Number and Position Title identified.
2. All “Hard Copy”/printed applications must be submitted to the Mail Room at the
Chancery. Hard Copy Applications submitted through any other office will not be accepted. You may apply on-line using the email address.:-

AccraHRO@state.gov

This is the preferred means of applying for a position with the American Embassy.

3. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE FOR AN OPEN/ADVERTIZED POSITION. APPLICATIONS PREVIOUSLY CONSIDERED FOR A JOB WILL NOT BE HELD/CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE JOBS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, YOU MUST RE-APPLY.  

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

POINT OF CONTACT:

Telephone: 0302-741000
Fax: 0302-741389
E-mail: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 19 August, 2014

NOTE: ALL U.S. AND NON-GHANAIAN CITIZENS, WHO ARE NOT FAMILY MEMBERS OF USG EMPLOYEES OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST AND UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY, MUST ATTACH COPIES OF THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION: ACCRA, GHANA. IF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCRA IS REQUIRED, IT WILL BE THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY.

{Confidential,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Sep-2014};

A Christian Organization requires a Social Worker

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First Degree holder / HND Holder
•   Completed National Service with at least two years working experience
•   Good communication, interpersonal skills and composure under pressure
•   A born-again believer with mature Christian character

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should apply to:-

tpigh@yahoo.com

or mail to:

P.O.Box CT 2387,
Cantonments, Accra.

Closing Date: 29 August, 2014

{Unicef,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2014};

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaian Nationals for the post of WASH Officer (Sanitation Marketing) (National Officer Category)
VN No.: VN-14-06
Post Level: NO-B
IMIS #:
Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment
Duration: 364 days

Job Purpose:
Under the general guidance of the WASH Specialist (Accra/Tamale), the WASH Officer (NOB) is accountable to provide support for the implementation of sanitation marketing and urban sanitation interventions; support the achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country Programme goals and strategy.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide support for the implementation of the following activities in the target regions:

•   Technology assessment of sanitation facilities under construction under CLTS programmes and the development of minimum standards for latrine construction
•   Assessment of business solutions for sanitation supply services and development of operational guidelines for implementation. Training programmes on SanMark

Ensure the effective roll- out of sanitation marketing interventions in target regions as part of the Rural Sanitation Model and Implementing Strategy (RSMS) through support for private sector capacity strengthening.

Support to develop the enabling environment for sanitation marketing activities in the target regions and districts by ensuring the successful implementation of the following:

•   Regular recognition/certification of sanitation businesses
•   Regulation and coordination of sanitation businesses
•   Establishment of a system of capacity building for SanMark businesses
•   Regular updates of SanMark monitoring information in the Basic Sanitation Information System.
•   Regular reviews of SanMark activities and action planning

Ensure that an equity perspective is integrated in all sanitation marketing interventions resulting in services reaching the poorest and most vulnerable in the target regions.

Support the implementation of SanMark and complementary sanitation behaviour change communication interventions in small towns/peri urban/urban communities in project regions and districts.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education
University degree, preferably advanced university degree in Civil Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Project Management or a related field of study. Additional qualification in Business Administration/Management is an asset.

Work Experience
Minimum of two years progressively responsible professional work experience in community based sanitation. Professional work experience in programme management function or a technical expert capacity in sanitation and marketing.

Language Proficiency
Fluency in English required. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station and another UN working language an asset.

Competency Profile:

Core Values (Required)

•   Commitment
•   Diversity and Inclusion
•   Integrity

Core Competencies (Required)

•   Communication
•   Working with People
•   Drive for Results

Functional Competencies (Required)

•   Formulating Strategies and Concepts
•   Analysing
•   Applying Technical Expertise
•   Learning and Researching
•   Planning and Organizing

Other Skills & Attributes:

•   Very good planning and organizing skill and strong drive for result
•   Ability to formulate strategies and concepts
•   innovation and Analytical skills
•   Effective coordination skills, networking and influencing
•   Good communication and report writing skills
•   Knowledge of computer management and applications
•   Ability to work in a team and under pressure

Location: Accra and 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 world for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter support by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/p11.doc) and photocopies of other supporting documents to:

HRghana@unicef.org

OR mail to:

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!!

{Plan International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2014};

Plan International is a global organisation that works side by side with communities in 50 developing countries to end the cycle of poverty for children and their families. Plan works at the community level to delop customized solutions and ensure long-term sustinability. Our solutions are designed up-front to be owned by communities for generations to come and range from clean water and healthcare programs to education projects and child protection initiatives. Across program areas, Plan’s activities are guided by a Child-Centered Community Development (CCCD) approach, which is rights-based, holistic, gender sensitive and inclusive.

Responsibilities:

•   Provides technical leadership for strenghtening engagement and linkages between regional, district, sub-district health management teams; health facilites; CHOs; community leaders and community groups in planning, implementation and management of health services
•   Support and strengthens community-level health campaigns to build demand for key health services through gender-sensitive interventions and promotion of respectful care and male involvement, among other interventions
•   Builds capacity and provides leadership for monitoring of community-based results based on quality improvement and performance-based management approached adopted by the project.
•   Designs, promotes, implements and monitors community-based activities to promote community/household education/awareness on FP, MCH,nutrition,and malaria prevention and treatment issues
•   Provided leadership for development and implementation of strategies to motivate and retain health workers, particularly CHOs
•   Strengthens community-level advocacy efforts tor educe gender inequality and discrimination
•   Performs any other duties that may be assigned from time to time

Project and Position Description:
As a patner on the USAID/Ghana Systems for Health project, Plan Internal is seeking candidates for a Community Mobilzation Advisor position. The purpose of this project is to strengthen Ghana’s health systems to improve access and quality of family planning (FP) maternal, newborn and  child health (MNCH), nutrition, malaria prevention and treatment, and interventions to umprove the management and performance of health systems that support these services.

This will be accomplished by umproving the technical and organizational performance of existing facilities to expand coverage of Community Health Planning and Services (CHPS) zones, strenghtening the interaction between  Ghana Health Service (GHS) staff and community volunteers, and providing quality assurance for these different health interventions throughout their respective catchment areas. The project will be implemented in the following five Greater Accra, Western,Central, Northern, and Volta.

The Community Mobilzation Advisor will report to the project’s Senior Community Mobilzation Advisor. The position holder also supervises three Community Mobilzation Specialists.

Travel requirements:
This position entails 40% travelling to the field to support communities, staff and partners in the Program Units.

Level of Contact with Children:
Mid contact: The job responsibilities of this position requires occasional contact with children and it is expected that children shall be protected at all times.

Qualification Required & Experience

Requirements:

•   Advanced degree in public health,international development or related field.
•   At least six (6) years of experience mobilizing communities effectively and leading advocacy efforts
•   Demonstrated ability in program design and integrated approaches to community-level health service delivery
•   Demonstrated experience working effectively with program staff, implementing partners,civil society organizations, community leaders and local government authorities to implement community-based health services and locally-led community engagement initiatives
•   Proven ability to carry out local level advocacy, capacity building and social empowerment initiatives
•   Proven ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with national and local level government officials stakeholders NGOs, and implement partners.
•   Excellent management and interpersonal skills
•   Exceptional English (Oral and Written) communication skills required.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents to addition to a cover letter:

•   Detailed Curriculum Vitae stating current and latest posts  (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities
•   Certifies photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification
•   Names, e-mail addresses and  telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related)
•   Applications should reach the following address not later than 21st August, 2014

The Country Human Resource Manager
Plan Ghana
Private Mail Bag
Osu Main Post office, Accra.

OR to

Plan Ghana Country Office
No. 10 Yiyiwa Street, Abelemkpe,Accra

Closing Date: 21 August, 2014

Qualified Ghanaian nationals, especially female candidates are encouraged to apply

{American Embassy,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2014};

The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana is seeking an individual for the position of COMMERCIAL SPECIALIST in the Foreign Commercial Section of the Embassy.

POSITION NO: A55121

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Incumbent is responsible for research, contact and reporting assignments of moderate scope and difficulty in promoting the commercial interests of U.S. firms in Ghana. S/he provides market information and trade promotion assistance to U.S. firms in assigned industry sectors of moderate complexity. Incumbent maintains close contact with a wide range of working-level and mid-level private and public sector officials in the assigned industry sectors, and counsel visiting U.S. business people and their corresponding local representatives. The incumbent reviews local press and selects, translates and summarizes relevant articles. S/he writes various USDOC-standard market reports, is administratively responsible for one or more specialized assistance programs (Gold Key Service, International Partner Search, etc.). S/he assists as necessary in research and resolution of trade complaints within the assigned industries. Incumbent plans, coordinates and participates in relevant market and export promotion events.

Counseling and Business Assistance

The incumbent briefs business and official visitors on the market conditions in Ghana as they
relate to the assigned industries. S/he assists U.S. firms to export to Ghana by locating buyers,
agents and distributors for their products as well as coordinating among Sub Saharan Africa
posts, American clients and U.S. district offices, and developing and maintaining a database for
all program activities in Ghana.

Trade Promotion Support

The incumbent assists in the planning, organization and production of market-related trade
promotion events such as exhibitions and trade missions, suggests appropriate trade events for
Commercial Service participation. Such events may be China trade events for possible U.S.
pavilions or USDOC certification, U.S. trade events for the International Buyer Program (IBP)
delegations; catalog shows; trade missions or special post-initiated events.

Contacts and Representation

The incumbent is required to establish and maintain an extensive network of contacts in the
assigned industries and accompanies Global Markets staff on official Ghanaian functions, at trade
events and while on travel.

Trade Contacts and market Development

The incumbent serves as senior advisor to the Senior Commercial Officer or Principal Commercial Officer and other American Officers, both in the sectors of assigned responsibility and in commercial issues of a broader scope, and is relied upon for accurate information, advice and judgment. S/he develops and maintains an extensive range of contacts vital to U.S. commercial interests, including senior level government officials, top executives in banking, commerce, and industry, and representatives of trade associations and international organizations. S/he uses these contacts to identify and suggest solutions to problematic trade issues, resolve trade complaints, and identify trade opportunities and potentials partners for U.S. firms. S/he makes recommendations to assure maximum promotion of U.S. exports in the light of complex factors in the changing political and economic situation, as well as tough foreign competition and strong cultural barriers. S/he works closely with government officials, associations and leading
private sector companies to eliminate eventual non-tariff barriers that may jeopardize U.S. exports.

Documentation and Reporting

The incumbent works with Global Markets colleagues at post, throughout the region and in the U.S., incumbent is responsible for capturing the work and the results generated by post. This involves significant database development, work with Global Market’s CRM application, with post, regional and organization SharePoint sites and additional IT tools.

Market Research

The incumbent performs a range of research-related activities. S/he prepares market studies, analyzing statistics and forecasting trends in trade, production and markets, assuring the maximum degree of accuracy, completeness and reliability in the final report. Shen formal statistical information does not exist, s/he uses contacts in industry and government and own good judgment and analytical ability to estimate data. S/he writes analytical reports indicating how the host country’s complex laws, policies, and business practices affect U.S. trade and investment. S/he assists in development of the post’s annual market research plan (the blueprint for the research post will perform over the course of the year) and helps ensure timely completion, or negotiates with HQ if plans must be changed. The range of market studies produces include Customized Market Analysis (CMA), Industry Sector Analysis (ISA), International Market Insight (IMI), Flexible Market Research (FMR) and the Country Commercial Guide (CCG). Occasionally such reports, or parts thereof, are performed by outside contractors, in which case the incumbent selects and supervises the contractors and reviews the final report for conformity with CS quality standards.

Qualification Required & Experience

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. A bachelor’s degree in economics, accounting, marketing, international trade or business administration is required.
2. Two to four years of progressively responsible experience in economic research, market research, trade promotions, marketing, sales, business management or commercial banking.
3. Level IV (Fluent) in English is required. High degree of proficiency in both the written and spoken language, including the ability to translate. On occasion, the job holder may need to act as an interpreter. Language proficiency will be tested.
4. Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of the domestic economy, commercial and industrial structures, business and industry customs
and practices and trade and investment laws, regulations and policies.
5. Through understanding of Global Markets trade promotion goals, programs and procedures, marketing strategies and reporting requirements as well as knowledge of U.S. business practices
6. Ability to develop and maintain an extensive range of mid to high-level contacts in the host government and private sector; to plan, organize and execute complex commercial research projects to prepare precise and accurate reports embodying in-depth analytical
evaluations and to render advice with detachment and objectivity, employing sound professional judgment.

SELECTION PROCESS

When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
4. Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold FMA appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Starting Salary: GH¢28,111 p.a.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174): or
2. A combination of both: i.e. Section 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information): plus
4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form
DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veteran preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
6. A telephone number, post office box and/or e-mail address where we can contact you to schedule an interview.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

NOTE:

1. All applications must have the Position Number and Position Title identified.
2. All “Hard Copy”/printed applications must be submitted to the Mail Room at the
Chancery. Hard Copy Applications submitted through any other office will not be accepted. You may apply on-line using the email address.:-

AccraHRO@state.gov

This is the preferred means of applying for a position with the American Embassy.

3. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE FOR AN OPEN/ADVERTIZED POSITION. APPLICATIONS PREVIOUSLY CONSIDERED FOR A JOB WILL NOT BE HELD/CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE JOBS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, YOU MUST RE-APPLY.  

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

POINT OF CONTACT:

Telephone: 0302-741000
Fax: 0302-741389
E-mail: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 19 August, 2014

NOTE: ALL U.S. AND NON-GHANAIAN CITIZENS, WHO ARE NOT FAMILY MEMBERS OF USG EMPLOYEES OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST AND UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY, MUST ATTACH COPIES OF THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION: ACCRA, GHANA. IF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCRA IS REQUIRED, IT WILL BE THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY.

{Empowerment For Life,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2014};

Programme Overview:
The Empowerment for Life (E4L) programme is a Danida sponsored programme being implemented in the Northern Region by Ghana Developing Communities Association (GDCA) and Youth Empowerment for Life (YEfL) in cooperation with their Danish partners Ghana Friendship Groups in Denmark. The programme objectives focus on building capacities of community groups to organise, strategise and carry out advocacy through community driven social change approach as well as supporting the local partner organizations to be strong. The programme is based in the Northern Region of Ghana and will operate in six Districts, The programme requires a self-motivated and dynamic Ghanaian to employed as Programme Manager (PM) to be in place by 1st November, 2014

E4L Programme Manager:
The E4L Programme Manager will be the programme team leader and be responsible for the implementation and coordination of the programme and will, together with the technical (earn, provide support for programme implementation. S/he will ensure programme implementation is strategized according to the realities on the ground; and will continuously monitor the programme to enhance the programme’s adaptability while maintaining a focus on programme objectives. The PM will interact with and report to the E4L Management Committee made up of managers of programme partners to ensure that the programme benefits from technical advice and support learning within the partner organisations The PM will he based in Tamale (no relocation support is available) and will have the following responsibilities amongst others:

•   Programme implementation and reporting: Ensure implementation of the programme in accordance with the strategies and objectives of the programme document,
•   Ensure supervision and coordination of programme activities.
•   Contribute to and influence the development and application of learner-centred methodologies.
•   Strategic planning and management:Provide leadership in the development of programme implementation strategies in collaboration with other programme stakeholders, and ensure strategic coherence and harmonisation of the programme objectives.
•   Networking and integration/coordination with stakeholders: Manage networking initiatives and forges links with and acts as a liaison with Government Officials, NGOs and CSOs as well as private sector in working towards programme objectives.
•   Human Resources Management: Build a strong programme set-up with a highly qualified technical team that reaches out and provide effective support 10 partner organisations and well-functioning district offices.
•   Facilitate learning and experience sharing across and between different implementation levels.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (Management – NGO or business. Social studies. Development studies or other relevant discipline), plus at least five years experience in a similar position with proven ability to deliver results within agreed deadlines,

Experience and skills

S/He must have

•   extensive experience of project/programme management from an NGO environment (resources, relationships and people), and experience in working with multiple partner coordination, working with networks and platforms, and experience in working with a strong advocacy focus;
•   experience in monitoring including development and application of learning systems
•   worked with international donor funds and have experience in financial management and budget monitoring:
•   Strong leadership abilities, self-motivated personal drive able to influence and motivate the programme team to deliver results on time
•   a high level of proficiency in MS Office suite is required, with full fluency in MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint
•   excellent oral and written communication skills;
•   be well organised, with good planning and problem solving abilities.

Location: Northern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the requirements above should download an application form below:

Click Here To Download Application Forms

Applicants who send only CVs will not be considered. Completed application forms together with a forwarding letter of not more than one (1) page, indicating their motivation for applying should be sent only electronically to:-

UptouchEA@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 22 August, 2014

Applications received after this deadline will he rejected.

Due to the usual large number of applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

{RAINS,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Aug-2014};

RAINS is a locally registered non-governmental organization that is delivering development interventions in a number of areas in Northern Ghana. RAINS work with all members of local communities and development partners to improve the quality of life of vulnerable groups especially children, girls, women and the disable by strengthening local structures to take local actions to promote and ensure fairness.

RAINS is looking to employ experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill the following management position: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Office

Role Overview:

This is a Management position that reports to the Executive Director and responsible for guiding the overall MEL strategy and implementation of related activities within the project and via partners, plus providing timely and relevant information to key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Develop the overall framework for project MEL, for example, annual project reviews, participatory impact assessments, process monitoring, operations monitoring and lessons-learned workshops.
•   Guide the process for identifying key performance questions and parameters for monitoring project performance.
•   Prepare reports on MEL findings, as required, working closely with key project staff and implementing partners.
•   Undertake regular visits to the field to support implementation of M&E and to identify where adaptations might be needed.
•   Participate in external evaluations and facilitate evaluation team members’ access to MEL data and to stakeholders.

Job Circumstances:

This is a two (2) year contract employment on national terms and conditions.  The role involves travel especially to project communities.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A university degree in development studies, social sciences, business, mathematics or economics or related field
•   4 years’ experience in monitoring development interventions is desirable. Knowledge of quantitative and IT-based tools is an advantage.

Competencies:

•   Ability to plan, manage and report on donor-funded projects.
•   Ability to produce effective reports and monitor activities in accordance with relevant monitoring and evaluation framework.
•   Ability to tease out relevant project issues for policy advocacy.
•   Good oral and written communication skills.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Application Forms MUST be downloaded from the RAINS website: www.rainsgha.org and submitted as below.

Click Here To Download Application Forms

Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:-

recruitment.rains@gmail.com

Alternatively you can email Hannah Dzekoe on: recruitment.rains@gmail.com for job descriptions and applications forms.

Closing Date: 19 August, 2014