{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

{SPRING Ghana,Accra,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.

Job Summary

Project Description

Strengthening Partnerships, Results, and Innovations in Nutrition Globally (SPRING) is a five-year USAID-funded Cooperative Agreement to strengthen global and country efforts to scale up high-impact nutrition practices and policies and improve maternal and child nutrition outcomes. The project is managed by JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc., with partners Helen Keller International, the Manoff Group, Save the Children, and the International Food Policy Research Institute. SPRING provides state-of-the-art technical support and focuses on the prevention of stunting and maternal and child anemia in the first 1,000 days. In Ghana, SPRING will 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.

SPRING/Ghana is seeking a knowledge management professional to develop and implement a project-wide knowledge management and communication strategy.

This position requires streamlining communications efforts both within the SPRING/Ghana team, and developing and strategically disseminating materials and documents about SPRING/Ghana to an external audience.

•   The KM Program Manager will work with the SPRING/Ghana Country Manager and the SPRING/DC KM Advisor to set a clear KM vision and direction, prioritize activities, execute work plans, and lead the production and dissemination of county wide publications and promotional materials.
•   The successful candidate will have excellent written and editorial skills, and will ideally have USAID experience working in the public health and/or international development.
•   A demonstrated ability to work as a team member, while also managing tasks independently, is also essential.
•   The Knowledge Management Program Manager will report to the SPRING/Ghana Country Manager.
•   The position is based in Accra, Ghana.

Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Communications:

•   Develop a SPRING/Ghana strategy for Knowledge Management and Communications that includes mechanisms for creating, distributing and sharing experiences, innovations, and best practices
•   Provide KM direction and support to the SPRING/Ghana Country Manager and country office
•   Develop promotional materials and promote via SPRING’s existing website, social media, listservs, and other venues where relevant
•   Assist in the development and production of deliverables such as annual reporting, quarterly reporting and other required deliverables
•   Collaborate with technical staff in writing and editing marketing materials, including success stories, technical briefs, tools, and other reports
•   Undertake fact checking, writing and copy editing, and version control
•   Develop country and/or regional dissemination lists ensure that SPRING targeted audiences receive SPRING materials; monitor and track dissemination
•   Ensure KM activities are being implemented on budget and schedule
•   Ensure a high level of quality for all SPRING/Ghana materials in accordance with SPRING branding guidelines
•   Liaise with SPRING/DC to develop and promote SPRING/Ghana activities via social media and SPRING’s website

Program support:

•   Develop procedure and tools to ensure effective communication between Accra, Tamale, and district level staff
•   Work with country staff to ensure that knowledge and information is being shared in a consistent and organized way
•   Work with the country staff to ensure that project resources and news are made available to staff and the public in a timely manner
•   Assist in documenting and disseminating country results, either via newsletters, success stories, quarterly reports, or other reporting mechanisms
•   Provide day-to-day management and coordination of communication activities
•   Provide technical advising in communications and guide program staff to enhance their communication skills such as preparing PowerPoint presentations, developing success stories, taking good photos, etc.
•   Engage in program workplanning process

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Four year college degree and at least 6 years of experience in communications, international relations, public health or related field
•   Experience working with health and development programs in the area of communications and/or knowledge management; experience with nutrition related activities preferred
•   Proven ability to develop, write and edit technical content for both print publications and the web
•   Demonstrated managerial and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment with flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
•   Ability to establish and maintain excellent relationships with SPRING team members, donors, and other cooperating agencies
•   Fluency in written and oral English. Excellent written and verbal English language skills
•   Excellent organizational skills
•   Experience working in a team setting
•   Experience with Google Analytics, Drupal, open source platforms, Excel, email marketing software, such as Constant Contact, and event database management skills
•   Experience working with social media tools, such as Twitter, FaceBook, Google+, Vimeo, and YouTube
•   Experience using Adobe Suite, Acrobat Professional, and 508 compliance requirements

Location: Accra

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: 10 July, 2014

•   Please write the title of the job and the job number you are applying to in the subject line.
•   JSI will only contact short-listed applicants.
•   Please no phone calls.

{Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a U.S. non-governmental organisation dedicated to creating, evaluating, and replicating innovative solutions to poverty and policy problems worldwide. IPA specialises in using randomised impact evaluation to assess the effectiveness of development programmes.  IPA has experience of working in over 40 countries, and of evaluating programmes implemented by government, civil society, and private sector partners in sectors such as health, education, and financial inclusion.  IPA has been operating in Ghana for over 5 years, and has offices in Accra and Tamale.

Job Summary

The National Apprenticeship Programme

Project Description
The National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP) is a component of the Government of Ghana’s national strategy to address youth unemployment. It is designed to support young people to undertake a one-year apprenticeship in a trade of their choice. The Program is being implemented by the Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET), in collaboration with district officials from the Ghana Education Service (GES) and with support from Trade Associations nationwide. In 2012, the NAP launched its second year of apprenticeships in over 100 districts in all 10 regions of Ghana.

In 2012 IPA signed a memorandum of partnership (MoP) with COTVET mandating it to conduct an independent impact evaluation of the NAP.  The evaluation employs a randomised control trial methodology, using a nationally representative sample.  The duration of the evaluation is 5 years and it is hoped that this will allow IPA to measure the medium- to long-term labour market impacts of the programme.

In 2012-2013 the NAP team conducted baseline surveys with apprentices and master trainers and worked with programme implementers to oversee the process of pairing apprentices to qualified master trainers.  In 2014 the team has conducted a series of midline surveys with the master trainers, monitored the uptake and progress of the apprenticeships, and will implement an additional incentives package for master trainers.

Position Profile and Purpose
The Evaluation Coordinator will ensure compliance to research ethics, assist the PIs in the design of survey instruments, coordinate surveyor training and surveying activities, and be responsible for the collection of high quality data. S/he will also manage recruitment, finances and payroll for surveying and evaluation activities.  Although the Evaluation Coordinator will primarily focus on evaluation activities, s/he may also be required to provide support to colleagues for NAP implementation activities during busy periods. This is a two year position.

Location
Accra.  Frequent travel around all 10 regions of Ghana will be required.

Line Manager(s)
Yani Tyskerud, Project Coordinator

Supervisory/Line Management Responsibilities
Field Managers, Team Leaders, Surveyors, and Interns.

Job Summary
Research Management

•   Plan, conduct and lead research project activities including training field staff, team planning and logistics, data collection, and facilitating workshops and focus groups discussions;
•   Conduct pilot survey exercises, provide feedback on field operations and survey instruments, and refine and finalise survey instruments in collaboration with colleagues and PIs;
•   Provide quality control during the data collection and cleaning processes, and assist in preparing preliminary analysis;
•   Ensure that research data and outputs are stored in a confidential and systematic fashion;
•   Lead qualitative research activities to inform research and implementation design and complement quantitative data;
•   Assist in the preparation of research reports, briefs and other documents for staff and management, the PIs, NAP donors and other external parties.

Project Management, Planning and Administration

•   Work with NAP colleagues to design monthly, quarterly and annual project plans;
•   Assist with the planning, development and execution of meetings, training sessions and other events.
•   Human Resource Management
•   Manage short term staff recruitment, contract preparation, training, management and evaluation of field staff and interns, and updating the surveyor database;
•   Comply with and assist in the enforcement of all IPA Ghana human resource and security policies;
•   Support colleagues and interns in working towards achieving their professional development objectives.

Policy Influencing

•   Attend and present at conferences, workshops, and events to raise the profile of the NAP evaluation amongst policy makers and representatives from the government, civil society and private sector;
•   Develop policy notes, blog posts, and briefing reports to facilitate regular communication with stakeholders and policy makers.
•   Financial Management
•   Develop activity-specific budgets for project work;
•   Work with IPA Ghana’s Finance Team and NAP colleagues to keep detailed records of all project activities and establish systems to ensure the efficient disbursement and reconciliation of project funds.

Program Implementation

•   Develop strong links with partner organizations and stakeholders at the national, regional and district level;
•   Support colleagues in the design and implementation of an incentives program for master trainers with the objective of improving apprentice training quality;
•   Contribute towards the development and maintenance of systems to ensure the accuracy of implementation data.

Reporting Requirements
Weekly reports to be submitted to the Project Coordinator.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, development studies, political science, public policy, other social sciences or a related field;
•   At least two years of experience of project management, preferably in relation to supervising, designing, and implementing data collection and/or field work activities, and managing teams of field staff;
•   The ability to outline project objectives and to plan work in a structured and systematic manner in alignment with stated objectives, assessing progress and making changes to project plans to reflect changing timelines and field realities;
•   Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and email;
•   Quantitative data processing and analysis skills and the ability to use relevant software packages such STATA and/or SPSS;
•   Excellent spoken and written English and the capacity to draft in-depth and comprehensive emails and reports;
•   The ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including the Principal Investigators and Senior Management at IPA, government officials at the district and regional level, Trade Associations, program participants, and field staff;
•   Demonstrated experience in budgeting and financial management skills;
•   Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and a strong attention to detail;
•   Outstanding interpersonal skills and capable of working effectively in a diverse team;
•   Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines, often with limited supervision;
•   Strong organisational and administrative skills;
•   Oral proficiency in Twi and Fante, Ga, or Ewe;
•   An understanding of, and a commitment to, the principles of research ethics;
•   A commitment to IPA’s vision and mission;
•   A knowledge of, and interest in, the education sector in Ghana is preferred.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit the following by email to:-

jobs-ghana@poverty-action.org

Closing Date: 18 July, 2014

•   CV, including contact information
•   Cover letter/Letter of Intent
•   Three employment references

The subject line of the email should read; NAP Evaluation Coordinator.

•   All documents should be submitted as attachments, and the file names should include the name of the applicant.
•   The documents may be submitted in MS Word or PDF format.
•   Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted by email or phone.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

{Canada Programme Support Unit,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

The Canada Program Support Unit, a project of Canada’s Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) seeks to contract the services of a Private Sector Development Advisor to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the DFATD Ghana Program especially in supporting private sector-led growth.

•   Status: Full Time Consultant (up to 20 days/month)
•   Duration: 1 year (with possibility of 1-year renewal)
•   Duty station: Canada Program Support Unit Office, Ridge, Accra (Ghana)

Scope of Work

The Private Sector Development Advisor will provide advisory support to Canada’s bilateral aid program in the area of Sustainable Economic Growth in order to ensure effective and resource efficient programming, with the ultimate goal of contributing to better development results in Ghana. The Consultant will have to demonstrate high technical capabilities in the areas of economic development, private sector development, public procurement processes and systems, and/or social investment, preferably within the Ghanaian context,

Qualification Required & Experience

MANDATORY CRITERIA

The Consultant must meet all mandatory criteria below. Failure to meet any one of the mandatory criteria will result in rejection of the proposal.

•   The Consultant must be legally and operationally permitted to work in Ghana. The Consultant must provide proof of Ghanaian citizenship, or non-Ghanaian citizens must provide a valid proof of residence or a valid work permit for a minimum of 12 months with their proposal. Proposals that do not include the required proof will be rejected.
•   The Consultant must possess a Master’s degree in Economics, business administration or comparable fields, or a Law Degree from a recognized university.
•   A Minimum of five (5) years’ experience within the last ten (10) years working in an advisory capacity in the area of private sector development.
•   A Minimum of two (2) years’ experience within the last ten (10) years working in an advisory capacity on public sector issues related to business enabling environment reforms, particularly as it relates to agribusiness, the extractive sector, public procurement, or social investment policy in Ghana.

OTHER TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The Consultants who meet the mandatory criteria wiii be assessed based on technical criteria, including the following:

•   Experience working with the private or NGO sector, advising, monitoring, and/or assessing and diagnosing economic capacity of a local area as weil as the current performance and analyse critical issues of the private sector in economic development;
•   Providing technical analysis/advice to bilateral or multilateral partners on economic development issues, particularly with regards to leveraging the strengths of the private sector for economic growth and development;
•   Engaging with senior government officials, private sector actors, and/or donors on local economic and private sector development priorities.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates are invited to pick up a “Request for Proposals” document from the office reception of Canada Program Support Unit, 38 Independence Avenue, Ridge, Accra.

Applicants residing outside of Greater Accra Region can request a copy of the Request for Proposals document by sending an e-mail request to:-

info@psu-ghana.org

Applications must be submitted to:

The Project Manager
Canada Program Support Unit
38 Independence Avenue
Ridge, Accra

Closing Date: 21 July, 2014

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

The British High Commission is currently looking to recruit a self-motivated Regional Learning & Development Adviser. The Regional L&D Adviser will have overall regional responsibility for L&D activities in alignment with organizational priorities, and the operational success of the Africa region. The successful candidate will report directly to the Regional Head of Learning & Development for Africa based in Pretoria.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Business Partner with senior management and relevant stakeholders across the region and London, to identify learning and development interventions required to achieve business performance goals and successful implementation of organisational change initiatives by:
•   Supporting the development of L&D strategies and plans reflecting relevant L&D interventions, that align to the Country Business Plan
•   Undertaking robust learning needs analyses for the Posts
•   Supporting the evaluation L&D interventions for return on investment against expected outcomes
•   Design and deliver appropriate formal training and/or L&D Interventions that meet the specified needs of the organisation
•   Overall accountability on local/regional/global projects to ensure quality and timely delivery, on-track budget spend, and accurate monthly financial reporting
•   Active participation in knowledge and best practice sharing across the Regional L&D network
•   The role requires substantial regional travel in the West Africa Region and occasional travel outside the region.
•   Take part in the Embassy emergency planning and any response to a crisis affecting UK citizens.

Competencies

•   Making Effective Decisions: being objective; using sound judgement, evidence and knowledge to provide accurate, expert and professional advice.
•   Leading and Communicating: leading from the front and communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm
•   Collaborating and Partnering: create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Civil Service to help get business done.
•   Building Capability for All: having a strong focus on continuous learning for oneself, others and the organisation. For all staff, it’s being open to learning, about keeping one’s own knowledge and skill set current and evolving
•   Delivering at Pace: focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes
•   Demonstrating Resilience: helping our people to build resilience in international roles, supporting their ability to adapt to working in difficult and varied international environments; and to bounce back from crises and setbacks in these contexts

Qualification Required & Experience

Essential:

•   Bachelors degree, or equivalent evidence of vocational learning
•   At least 5 years of experience in training design and delivery, ideally in management or leadership development and soft skills
•   Strong interpersonal skills, and fluency in English, both verbal and written, with excellent communications skills
•   Excellent computer skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook.
•   Demonstrated knowledge and experience of learning and development processes including learning needs assessment, learning evaluation and learning design
•   Solid experience in managing and servicing client accounts (HR/ L&D related), and coaching and mentoring within a corporate environment, are preferred

Desirable but not essential:

•   Ideally holds a CIPD qualification relevant to L&D, or equivalent
•   Solid experience in working across a wide range of stakeholders, organisations and cultures with sensitivity and effectiveness

The successful candidate will need to

•   Observe the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s diversity and equality policies
•   Show flexibility over working hours – the job involves some regional travel

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is between GHc 3526.00 and GHc 5318.00.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Information for applicants

The appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period and all background checks. Thereafter, the appointment will be renewed subject to satisfactory performance, by mutual agreement.

Candidates interested in applying for this position should complete the attached application form; add their CV plus a cover letter addressed to the Head, Africa Regional Learning and Development Team by email – Derek.naude@fco.gov.uk

Closing Date: 08 July, 2014

•   The subject line must read Regional Learning & Development Adviser, Accra.
•   The closing date for applications is July 8th 2014.
•   Regrettably only those candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted soon after.

The successful applicant will demonstrate that they meet the requirements under Ghanaian law to work in Ghana.

The British High Commission Accra is an Equal Opportunities Employer

More information about the work of the British High Commission in Ghana can be found at http://ukinghana.fco.gov.uk/en/

{TWN-Africa (Third World Network-Africa),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Jul-2014};

Overcoming the development challenges confronting African and developing countries calls not only for a commitment to social justice; it calls for sustained and systematic intellectual activism. For 15 years TWN-Africa has worked for economic and social equity within Africa and for an equitable place for Africa in the global order. With its allies and encouraged by intensifying civil society involvement, TWN-Africa is entering into an exciting new and even more challenging period of advocacy. TWN-Africa is a not-for-profit policy research and advocacy organization based in Ghana

Job Summary

An 18-month renewable Senior Program role on a research and advocacy program focusing on Mining and Development is open in TWN-Africa. The role requires a person with good understanding of the political economy of Africa and demonstrable hands-on knowledge of issues relating to the extractive sector and development in Africa. Persons capable of operating across a multi-functional spectrum including contributing to African development discourse on strategic platforms at national, continental and global levels; developing and articulating policy positions relating to African development challenges: mobilizing interest groups and launching campaigns will best fit the role.

Qualification Required & Experience

A Post Graduate degree, preferably in the social sciences or development related area and experience in development policy analysis, research and/ or advocacy with a focus on African development challenges and strategies.

Additional Requirements:

•   In-depth knowledge and understanding of the political economy of African countries within the global economy and the terrain in which policy decisions affecting Africa take place
•   An Understanding of socio-economic and political factors underpinning development in Africa; particularly within the extractives sector
•   Experience of collaboration and cross-boundary working especially as part of alliances and social movements
•   An understanding of gender and diversity issues and ability to promote these in program strategies
•   Writing and analytical skills in particular demonstrable capacity for producing policy briefs
•   Project management skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons are invited to submit statements of interest and CVs by electronic mail only to:-

twnafrica@twnafrica.org or call +233 {0)302 500419 for enquiries

Closing Date: 25 July, 2014

Regrettably only applicants that meet the requirements will be contacted,

{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.

Job Title:  Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (Job: GH-441415)

JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc. (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. SPRING’s work is designed to support USAID/Ghana and its other partners to accelerate progress towards reaching a measureable reduction in malnutrition in the Feed the Future Zone of Influence, with particular emphasis on the highest burden districts in Northern Region and Upper East Region.

Job Summary:
As a member of the SPRING Team, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will work under the direction of the SPRING/Ghana Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor.  The M&E Officer’s primary responsibilities will be to support the organization and coordination of the collection, analysis, and reporting of routine monitoring and periodic evaluations of the project.

•   Job Location: Tamale, Ghana.
•   Reporting Relationship: The M&E Officer reports to the M&E Advisor based in Tamale, Ghana.

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

Technical Leadership

•   Support the M&E Advisor in the development of the SPRING/Ghana Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP);
•   Support periodically reviewing and revising a SPRING/Ghana PMP, including indicators and targets as well as plans, budgets, and timelines for M&E activities;
•   Support routine monitoring and reporting systems;
•   Support the M&E Advisor in planning, developing and managing activities to ensure that SPRING/Ghana M&E functions smoothly and efficiently;
•   Support other SPRING/Ghana M&E activities, including designing, conducting, analyzing and reporting on surveys, evaluations or operations research;
•   Ensure quality, consistency and adherence to standards and best practices for M&E;
•   Compile and analyze data from each of the project strategies and activities;
•   Support SPRING/Ghana staff in presenting and using data on an ongoing basis for identifying problems if and when they arise and for evidence-based decision-making;
•   In coordination with the M&E Advisor, prepare or assist in the preparation of reports of SPRING/Ghana project results, as needed, at all levels;
•   Provide M&E information for quarterly reports, other reports, and presentations on SPRING/Ghana results and achievements;
•   Contribute to and actively participate in SPRING/Ghana project planning, even when not specifically related to M&E;
•   Support SPRING/Ghana and SPRING/HQ staff  in carrying out research;
•   Assist project staff in conducting web searches, and reviewing literature on research topics;
•   Work with M&E Ghana team to identify and inform SPRING staff of successes, challenges, and lessons learned;
•   Support establishment and operationalization of quality improvement systems;
•   Work with other technical team members to identify opportunities for further strengthening of District Teams and community services ;
•   In collaboration with M&E Advisor, support the implementation of learning and relevant research agenda for SPRING/Ghana;
•   Contribute to the development of technical resource materials, including guidelines, training manuals, curricula and job aids, as necessary.

Program Operations Support

•   Provide timely reports, documents and proposals as requested;
•   Provide initial review of documents/outputs produced by consultants and other SPRING/Ghana staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in public health, statistics or related social science;
•   First-hand experience in quantitative and/or qualitative research (design, data collection, and analysis) is highly desirable;
•   Computer skills demonstrating competency in MS Office and at least one statistical package such as SPSS or STATA;
•   A minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in monitoring and evaluation related to international public health. M&E experience should relate to the use of measurement methods required for monitoring, evaluation and/or research in international public health programs in at least one of the following: household surveys, health facility assessments, operations research, qualitative research, routine health information systems or other routine data sources;
•   Experience with lot quality assurance sampling (LQAS), mobile technologies for survey data collection, or geographic information systems (GIS) is a plus;
•   Interest in health, nutrition, and/or other development issues;
•   Experience with projects funded by the United States Government (USG), particularly the United States Agency for International Development (USAID);
•   Strong decision making skills and results oriented approach;
•   Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with other administrative, financial and technical staff from SPRING/HQ, SPRING/Ghana, USAID, consultants, GHS, and international organizations;
•   Ability to work effectively in a team consisting of people with different technical backgrounds and with varying levels of technical training;
•   Ability to assess priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality;
•   Excellent English written and oral communication skills, and the ability to write for a range of audiences and purposes, including superior presentation skills;
•   Ability to translate technical information into practical guidance and tools and effectively communicate these using print, electronic, and presentation media.

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 or the JSI address listed below.

•   If you submit via e-mail, 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 3 July 2014.

SPRING Representative
JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc.
House# F134/5
Third Soula Street
Labone
Accra, Ghana

Closing Date: 03 July, 2014

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