{World Vision Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For over three decades, World Vision has been working with rural communities in all 10 Administrative Regions of Ghana to provide portable water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices, quality education and enhance food security.

Job Summary

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful person to fill the position of Design, Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator.

Purpose of the Position
To assist Project Managers to develop and manage programs effectively through planning, monitoring & evaluation and to ensure high quality programming.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Build technical capacity of Project Managers in the areas of concept paper development, proposal and reports writing.
•   Support Team Leaders to coordinate assessments, designs / redesign, baselines, evaluations, transitions and other operational research activities at Operation Base.
•   Support Project Managers to develop Plan of Action to monitor the implementation of audit and evaluation recommendations, and provide timely feedback to Project staff.
•   Provide technical backstopping in the production of Learning through Evaluation with Accountability and Planning documents.
•   Review and submit semi-annual and annual programmes and projects reports as well as budgets and detailed implementation plans
•   Support Project Managers to capture essential data required for entry into Project Management Information System,
•   Coordinate and provide timely feedback on review work flow processes at the Operation base level.
•   Work in close collaboration with programmatic sectoral technical specialists to ensure an integrated implementation approach in the projects & programs implemented by Project Managers.

The Package

•   The position is based in Savelugu in the Northern Regions with some level of domestic/international travel.
•   The position comes with an attractive salary package.
•   S/He reports to the Design, Monitoring Specialist

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First Degree in development planning / research / related field.
•   Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in Design Monitoring & Evaluation.

Critical Competencies

•   Adequate hands-on experience in the construction and review of multi-year log frames.
•   Adequate skills in planning and conducting research.
•   Must have the ability to build the capacity of Project Managers in Design, Monitoring and Evaluation.
•   Must have the ability to design/redesign baselines.
•   Must have strong leadership Skills.
•   Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
•   Ability to work and contribute to team building environment especially in a matrix reporting system.

Location: Savelugu

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the Job Position in the subject line to:-

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 20 July, 2014

As a Child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children.

All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.  WV is an equal opportunity employer.

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

Job Summary

•   Manage all aspects of official travel by High Commission staff and for official visitors in Ghana and all countries of accreditation, including, as appropriate, flight and hotel reservations, car hire, and programme appointments. In consultation with other staff, assemble a briefing pack and exercise good judgement about priority meetings in the context of Australia’s foreign policy priorities. Ensure official travel is entered into staff leave planner.
•   Coordinate the organisation of events and functions for the High Commission including those for several hundred people (e.g. Australia Day). Prepare budgets, manage invitation lists,liaise and negotiate with service providers. Manage events as directed, including coordination of event set-up, provision of services during the event, and event clean-up. Support the High Commission at official events, as directed.
•   Manage the High Commission’s database of key contacts (data entry and quality control); use the database for developing invitation lists for events, and tracking responses.
•   Contribute to contingency planning in response to natural disasters and other
•   developments, for all countries of accreditation Other duties as directed. The Australian High Commission operates in a fluid and fast paced environment and needs maximum flexibility in its staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Tertiary degree in Social Science,Humanities, International Relations or a similar field. Demonstrated advanced ability to communicate in English and French fluently and effectively, both orally and in writing.
•   High-level organisational and coordination skills. Prioritise, meet deadlines and contribute effectively to work objectives, pro-actively identify issues of relevance, anticipate problems and suggest solutions.
•   Experience in managing or coordinating events and functions, including preparation of budgets, liaising and negotiating with service providers prior to the event, managing all aspects of the event on the day.
•   Demonstrated computer skills, (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and database management experience.
•   Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team. Ability to conduct business effectively with a range of clients, including senior representatives in the public and private sectors. Willingness to undertake other duties as directed. The Australian High Commission operates in a fluid and Cast paced environment and needs

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should respond in writing with a short covering letter and a statement addressing their claims against the selection criteria for the position they are applying for, including specific examples of demonstrated experience.

Applications should be accompanied by a CV and copies of academic qualifications. Applicants must also provide contact details for two professional referees. Applications must not be longer than four (4) pages, including covering letter. If longer applications arc submitted only the first four pages will be considered.

Attractive remuneration packages will be offered to the successful applicants of each position. Hours of work and other conditions will be outlined during interview. Suitably qualified applicants may be offered a future position with the High Commission over the following twelve months.

Applicants are invited to apply by email to:- AccraHC.enquiries@dfat.gov.au specifying which position/s they are applying for. Separate applications are required for each position. Hardcopy applications will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 23 July, 2014

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

Job Summary

•   Conduct research and analysis on economic, political and foreign policy issues of interest to the Australian Government using publicly available resources.
•   Monitor French-language media on a daily basis and identify issues of interest to the Australian Government. Prepare daily media summary.
•   Support Australia-based officers in discussions with other governments or private industry contacts, when required. This may require occasional travel to the High Commission’s countries of accreditation outside Ghana (Burkina Faso, Cote d’lvoire, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Sierra Leone, Senegal and Togo).
•   Manage and prepare correspondence.
•   Assist with programmes for visits to the High Commission’s countries of accreditation.
•   Seek opportunities to highlight Australia’s activities to raise Australia’s profile in West Africa through print, radio and television media outlets.
•   Produce high quality promotional materials for the High Commission, including website and Facebook updates as well as media releases and other material as required.
•   Manage the High Commission’s social media presence.
•   Maintain a network of contacts to support the High Commission’s research work and public diplomacy agenda, including in government, research institutions and non-governmental organisations.
•   Represent the High Commission at conferences, seminars and other representational events as required, and produce reports on these events, as directed.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Tertiary degree in politics, economics, social science, journalism or a related field. Demonstrated high-level ability to conduct research using the internet and other open-source materials, to analyse the gathered material and use it to produce high-quality written reports. Experience in identifying opportunities to raise an organisation’s public profile, including through print media, radio, television and internet.
•   Demonstrated advanced ability to communicate effectively in French and English, both orally and in writing.
•   Strong understanding of West African economic and trade policy, domestic politics and foreign policy, and legislative processes, particularly in Francophone countries. Knowledge of Australian foreign policy an advantage.
•   High-level organisational and coordination skills: ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and contribute effectively to work objectives, pro-actively identify issues of relevance, anticipate problems and suggest solutions.
•   Familiarity with basic web design and publishing, Facebook, and other social media tools. Knowledge of the media environment in Ghana and the High Commission’s other countries of accreditation.
•   Strong interpersonal skills: a proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team. Ability to conduct business effectively with a range of clients, including senior representatives in the public and private sec-tors. The Australian High Commission operates in a fluid and fast paced environment and needs maximum flexibility in its staff.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should respond in writing with a short covering letter and a statement addressing their claims against the selection criteria for the position they are applying for, including specific examples of demonstrated experience.

Applications should be accompanied by a CV and copies of academic qualifications. Applicants must also provide contact details for two professional referees. Applications must not be longer than four (4) pages, including covering letter. If longer applications arc submitted only the first four pages will be considered.

Attractive remuneration packages will be offered to the successful applicants of each position. Hours of work and other conditions will be outlined during interview. Suitably qualified applicants may be offered a future position with the High Commission over the following twelve months.

Applicants are invited to apply by email to:- AccraHC.enquiries@dfat.gov.au specifying which position/s they are applying for. Separate applications are required for each position. Hardcopy applications will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 23 July, 2014

{SPRING Ghana ,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

JSI Research and Training Institute, Inc. is a leader in improving the health of individuals and communities by providing high-quality technical and managerial assistance to public health programs worldwide. JSI has implemented projects in 104 countries, and currently operates from eight U.S. and 81 international offices for the past 30 years.

JSI has received funding from the United States Agency for International Development to implement the Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition Globally (SPRING) Project to work in northern Ghana with a focus on strengthening the treatment and preventive nutrition services in health facilities, and overseeing the implementation of specific tasks that strengthen community based nutrition improvements.

Job Summary:

The Partner and Grants Manager will be responsible for managing project grants to institutional partners, and building institutional capacity in grants management within the district partners. The Partner and Grants Manager will be responsible for the full grant cycle process, including management, compliance, quality assurance, data validation, and financing issues within the grant portfolios. The position requires knowledge of grants management systems, experience with USAID policies and regulations, as well as a strong sense of customer service and teamwork.

•   Job Location: Tamale, Ghana.
•   Reporting Relationship: The Partner and Grants Manager reports to the Finance & Administration Manager based in Tamale, Ghana.

Major Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•   Support the development, and implementation of a project grants manual.
•   Lead in the assessment and evaluation of grant applications.
•   Perform ongoing management of grant awards to ensure compliance with USAID rules and regulations and JSI policies, including financial management and programmatic performance:
1) Review financial reports and grantee expenditures for allowability, using financial software to track expenditures.
2) Manage funds disbursement to grantees.
3) Ensure compliance with applicable USAID regulations throughout the full grant cycle process.
4) Track receipt and provide review of technical and financial reports and deliverables.
5) Perform modifications to grant agreements.
•   Provide policy guidance and interpretation to program beneficiaries and sub-grantees.
•   Ensure systematic documentation, referencing, retrieval and management of grant files.
•   Identify needs among grantees for capacity building, focusing on supporting grantees’ ability to understand and apply USAID funding regulations, budgeting, standard accounting and financial management practices, as well as project management capacity including workplan monitoring, USAID regulation compliance, and reporting to USAID.
•   Participate in capacity building activities to assist grantees in improving performance and meeting compliance requirements in the management of USAID grant funding where appropriate.
•   Lead monthly meetings with grantees to assess progress on capacity building goals, and any financial issues.
•   Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   5 years of demonstrated experience and success in grants management.
•   Demonstrated knowledge of USAID financial and management systems, regulations and reporting requirement.
•   Degree in business administration, economics, public administration, finance or closely related field.
•   Experience in building the capacity of organizations to apply for, receive and manage grants.
•   Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
•   Fluency in English required.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

JSI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individual are welcome to apply. Please send your cover letter and CV to:-

jobs@spring-nutrition.org

Closing Date: 18 July, 2014

•   Please write the title of the job you are applying to in the subject line.
•   JSI will only contact short-listed applicants.
•   Please no phone calls. Deadline for submission is July 18, 2014.

{University Research Co. LLC (URC),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC’s mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide.

Division & Project Overview

Ghana S4H is seeking an experienced Director for Operations to support the overall project management, implementation, and operational logistics functions. The Director for Operations will report directly to the Chief of Party, but work closely with the Finance/Administrative Director and Deputy Chief of Party on supporting and overseeing office and field operations from a management perspective. As a member of the project senior management team, he/she will also be responsible for effective linkages between central office and field level operational issues and challenges, and ensuring effective and efficient attention of the senior team to addressing those issues.

Roles and Responsibilities

1)  Management and supervision of project procurement, administration support and operational logistics functions:

•   Work closely with DCOP to ensure that all supplies for supported health facilities and CHPS compounds are purchased and delivered.
•   Work closely with the Finance/Administration Director to ensure administrative and financial needs for program activities are mobilized efficiently and timely.
•   Oversee management of project fleet of vehicles.
•   Provide oversight to the management of project human resources.
•   Supervise procurement and the management of the project inventory of equipment and key materials.

2)  Oversight and coordination of implementation of project supported construction and renovation as well as and equipment procurement and installation.

3)  Work planning,implementation and monitoring:

•   Provide leadership in work plan development and tracking meetings (annual, quarterly, and monthly) with the entire project team.
•   Jointly, with Senior Management Team, coordinate program implementation, including effective provision of administrative and logistic support to field activities.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced degree in Business Administration, Project Management or related field
•   5-7 years’ experience working in a business environment with demonstrated operational experience on USAID-funded projects and high level of responsibility and integrity
•   Knowledge and/or experience with public health programs in developing countries required.
•   Proven track record successfully supervising multiple staff
•   Demonstrated ability to work in teams
•   Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment
•   Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, particularly as related to report development
•   Willingness to travel
•   Proficiency with MS Office Suite, with excellent MS Word and Excel skills

Please note: Only candidates who are eligible to work in Ghana for an indefinite period without a need for sponsorship will be considered for this position.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

For immediate consideration, please email your Cover Letter and CV to:-

s4hrecruitment-operations@urc-chs.com indicating “Director of Operations” in the subject line.

Closing Date: 25 July, 2014

Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you very much for your interest.

URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce.

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

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking highly motivated and qualified Ghanaian for the position of Travel, Shipment, Communications and Records (C&R) Assistant in the Regional Executive Office of USAID/West Africa. Under the supervision of the Travel Assistant the incumbent will provide full back-up support services in the day to day duties of the Travel, Shipment and Records and Communications Assistants.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

The Travel, Shipment, Communications and Records assistant will serve as a full-time member of the USAID/West Africa/ Regional Executive Office. Under the supervision of the Travel Assistant the incumbent will provide full back-up support services in the day to day duties of the Travel, Shipment and Records and Communications Assistants.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES % OF TIME

A. TRAVEL SUPPORT 40%

Support the Travel Assistant to provide regular travel services; provide expeditor services as needed upon arrival of VIP and TDYs, and ensure that arriving and departing designated personnel are smoothly processed from the airport and border and arrive at their intended destination. Provide training to mission personnel on the use of the agency mandated travel software E2. The incumbent may travel to Limited Presence Countries to provide travel support services and training. Prepare entitlement travel authorizations as well as invitational travel authorizations. Coordinate with ICASS for Ghanaian visas for regional customers that do not have a Ghanaian Embassy in their country of residence. Prepare letters to embassies for EXO’s signature. Coordinate pick up and deliver of travel tickets, visa applications, and approved visas from neighboring embassies. Deliver diplomatic notes to Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), as needed. Assist with pick up and deliver paperwork for customs clearance and shipping processing with ICASS for inbound and outbound shipments. Conduct research on travel policies to ensure mission compliance.

B. SHIPMENT SUPPORT 30%

Assist the processing inbound and outbound shipments of personal effects and official supplies following ICASS service standards. Issue and maintain the inventory of Cell Phones and their chargers.

Coordinate with ICASS and shipping companies to obtain customs pre-clearance for freight, submit required documents to contractors and government officials, and work with contractors to ensure timely delivery of goods. Coordinate with ICASS for the logistics involved in the booking and transportation of personal effect shipments. Provide assistance with claims for damage and follow compliance in accordance with USG regulations. Coordinate with USAID contractors involved in pack-outs and deliveries and inventories.

C. RECORDS AND CORRESPONDENCE SUPPORT 15%

Assist file custodians working in different offices in the organization of their office files in accordance with mission regulations. Work with C&R as backup to track disposal dates of archived files in temporary storage, and advise File Custodians when the destruction date arrives. Assist the filling of necessary forms for the disposal of outdated files for each office and obtain the Office Chiefs approval. Assist in the maintenance of (off-site) files storage area and retrieve records upon request from Mission personnel. Respond to FOIA requests for information and provide assistance to Mission staff by researching files for the requested information. Assist and coordinate with office secretaries in preparing and submitting the annual Records Inventory and Disposition Plans, and Vital Records report to AID/W.

D. Perform other duties as requested. 15%

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education: Completion of Secondary School is required and two years of further technical studies in the area of business management or travel is required.
•   Prior Work Experience: Two years’ experience of performing administrative/clerical work in an international organization or travel industry is required
•   Language Proficiency: Level IV English (fluent) and Basic proficiency in French are required.
•   Knowledge: Must have basic understanding of Travel procedures/Airlines relations and Ghanaian/ECOWAS customs clearance, shipment, and immigration regulations.
•   Skills and Abilities: The incumbent must possess problem solving skills and ability to deal tactfully with USAID and Embassy personnel, implementing partners and governmental agencies; must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, and other applicable software as well as Google application. Must possess a Ghanaian Driver’s license to drive a vehicle.

Salary Range: GH¢ 15, 212.00 – GH¢ 22, 813.00 p.a. (depending on qualification and experience)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested individuals should submit cover letter, Curriculum Vitae with references and relevant certificates to:

Regional Executive Office
USAID/West Africa
P.O. Box 1630, Accra

By Email to: acpersonnel@usaid.gov

Note: When submitting your application via email, please start the subject line with the position title.

Closing Date: 17 July, 2014

Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

USAID/Ghana anticipates awarding a Personal Service Contract (PSC) regarding this announcement. Note that this does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as a result of this announcement.

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

The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH German Agency for International Cooperation) is one of the world’s leading roviders of international cooperation services for sustainable development. It is owned by the German Government.

In West Africa, GIZ’s portfolio includes among others, a programme to support the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and it’s regional integration goals. The programme aims to strengthen sector-specific capacities in the areas of Peace and Security, Customs and Trade as well as Strategic Management and Organizational Development in the ECOWAS Commission.

The position will be available till April 2016.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Advisor is responsible for:

•   Managing the co-financing agreement work plan between USAID and GIZ in supporting the Public Accounts Committee of the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana
•   Advising the PAC on how to sustainably improve its systems and processes, especially in its examination of the audited accounts of public expenditure of the government, reportage to Parliament and communication with other stakeholders as well as the general public.
•   Innovation and knowledge management

Qualification Required & Experience

Should be:

•   A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Ghana);
•   A fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (FCCA); or
•   A member of any foreign Accountancy Body recognized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants.

Professional Experience

•   At least ten (10) years’ experience in Public Financial Management or related fields;
•   At least five (5) years of demonstrated work experience as an Auditor with:
•   Worked with firm of Accountants and must have reached the position of an Audit Manager; or with the Ghana Audit Service, preferably with the rank of a Director of Audit.
•   Good understanding of the political acumen and of Ghana’s parliamentary environment;

Other Knowledge, additional competence

•   Good knowledge/understanding of the operations of Parliamentary Services proceedings/guidelines;
•   Good knowledge of the system of accountability of Government expenditures in Ghana, especially regarding the work of the Audit Service, Parliament and the Audit Report Implementation Committees

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

hr-ghana@giz.de

Closing Date: 14 July, 2014

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

The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH German Agency for International Cooperation) is one of the world’s leading roviders of international cooperation services for sustainable development. It is owned by the German Government.

In West Africa, GIZ’s portfolio includes among others, a programme to support the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and it’s regional integration goals. The programme aims to strengthen sector-specific capacities in the areas of Peace and Security, Customs and Trade as well as Strategic Management and Organizational Development in the ECOWAS Commission.

Job Summary

The position will be available for a period of 9 months.

The objective of the assignment is to support the Public Accounts Committee, i.e. the Members of the Committee as well as the staff of the Secretariat, with Research services. Furthermore the Research Assistant is expected to contribute to introducing a more systematic and sustainable approach to conducting research for PAC, drawing on internal as well as external resources.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
The Research Assistant is responsible for:

•   Supporting the Public Accounts Committee, i.e. the Members of the Committee as well as the staff of the Secretariat, with Research services.
•   Contributing to introduce a more systematic and sustainable approach to conducting research for PAC, drawing on internal as well as external resources

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics or a related field;
•   Demonstrated ability in the application of analytical research methodologies, including expertise in the modeling and analysis of data;
•   Ability to analyse quantitative and qualitative data;
•   Excellent interpersonal skills;
•   Professionalism in executing projects, e.g. by complying with deadlines and;.
•   Ability to work in a fast paced and often pressured environment.

Other Knowledge, additional competence

•   Good time management skills
•   Excellent command of the English language and at least one local language
•   Good social and communication skids, team spirit
•   Knowledge in the use of statistical software such as SPSS or SAS data bases and other software/tools, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet etc;
•   Willingness to travel in and beyond Ghana

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

hr-ghana@giz.de

Closing Date: 14 July, 2014