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Job Vacancy For National Coordinator At Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII)

Posted on: March 18th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,29 Apr-2014};

GII is implementing a new project called the reducing emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+) Governance and Finance Integrity for Africa project, for which it is looking for two suitably qualified personf to fill the positions of a National Coordinator

GII is the local Chapter is Transparency Interntional (IT), the global civil society organisation leading the fight against corruption.

The “REDD+ Governance and Finance Integrity for Africa project aims to improve anti-corruption policy and practice in REDD+ finance and governance through the development of effective strategies and policies which contribute to prevent corruption in REDD+ in Africa.

Job Summary

•   Organise, coordinate and monitor overall project tasks and resource requirements.
•   Develop national networks and strategic partnerships with relevant local and national REDD+ stakeholders.
•   Advocate tor improved governance policies and practices in REDD+, engaging with the main REDD+ stakeholders at national and local levels.
•   Oversee targeted research focusing on corruption risks mappings and governance assessments as well as monitoring REDD+ funds, and use the results for advocacy.
•   Organise public outreach activities, offering citizens quality information and tools enabling them to address REDD+ corruption issues.
•   Promote civil society and citizen monitoring actions to demand accountability regarding REDD+ actions.
•   Work with key stakeholders to develop complaints mechanisms allowing victims and witnesses of corruption to address issues relating to REDD+ and forest protection.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced degree or equivalent work experience in key competency areas such as International Studies, Social Sciences, law, Economics and Environmental Sciences.
•   3-5 years professional experience in project management or equivalent in the Ghana. Experience of working on multi-country projects preferred.
•   Knowledge of governance issues and the field of anti-corruption.
•   Some knowledge of climate finance / REDD-t and Forestry is a strong asset.

Key Competencies and Skills

•   Fluency in English essential, some other languages an asset.
•   Excellent project management and coordination skills.
•   Experience in budget management and project budget accounting and reporting.
•   Very good communication and networking skills, proven experience of team work, and experience of working as part of a multi-country would be advantageous.
•   Computer literacy is a basic requirement.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send a synopsis and why they qualify for the position they are applying for, a Current CV of not more than three pages and the names and contact details of two referees not later than 2 weeks from the date of publication of this advertisement to any of the following addresses:

Postal Address:

The Executive Director
Ghana Integrity Initiative
P.M.B, CT 317, Cantonments, Accra

Email Address: vaazeem@tighana.org

Personal Delivery:

House No. 21 Abelenkpe Road,
Abelenkpe, Accra

Closing Date: 02 April, 2014

•   No telephone calls will be entertained and applicants are advised not to send more than one application.
•   Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted for an interview

Job Vacancy For Cocoa Life Project Manager At World Vision International

Posted on: March 17th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{World Vision International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-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, particularly at the basic level, enhance food security and respond to disasters.

Job Summary

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful persons to fill the position of Cocoa Life Project Manager.

Purpose of the Position
Provide leadership and overall project management for Mondelez International Cocoa Life that enables effective delivery of program activities in selected operational areas within the context of World Vision Ghana’s Strategic Direction.

Major Responsibilities

•   Provide strategic direction for the implementation of Cocoa Life project and ensure integration in World Vision Ghana programs
•   Design and implement appropriate approaches and methodologies that ensure program sustainability
•   Develop effective project structures that ensure periodic planning, monitoring and reporting to the Cocoa Life Project Coordinating Unit
•   Collaborate with partners and other stakeholders in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of project activities
•   Ensure the establishment of effective relationships with beneficiary communities, and local and international partners (e.g. Fair Trade Labelling Organization)
•   Design and establish effective communication systems and channels among beneficiary communities, extension agents, service providers and government authorities.
•   Facilitate the building of capacity of Cocoa Life staff in World Vision programs, systems and procedures to ensure compliance in the process of implementing Cocoa Life activities;
•   Expose team members to contemporary developments in cocoa value chain that would contribute to increase in production of quality beans.
•   Conduct periodic project reviews with staff and stakeholders at community and district levels and with Cocoa Life Project Coordinating Unit
•   Maintain documentation of project processes, progress and results to provide appropriate information as required.
•   Put in place effective structures for the implementation of Cocoa Life design, monitoring and evaluation strategy;
•   Facilitate the development and periodic review of annual targets for all established Cocoa Life outcomes together with community and other relevant stakeholders

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Requires a minimum of a University first degree or equivalent emphasis on Development, Economics and/or Business Development. A second degree is an advantage
•   Strong facilitation and capacity development skills and experience in participatory approaches
•   Ability to negotiate and work with partners and organisations at all levels from community to national level policy makers
•   Good understanding of socio-economic issues;
•   Strategic and conceptual thinking ability;
•   Good knowledge of agricultural value chain program design and implementation
•   Excellent communication skills and a team player
•   Sound managerial Multitasking skills
•   Ability to manage partnerships with local partners.

Location: Accra

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: 17 April, 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.

•   We believe in diversity and promote opportunities for all individuals.
•   Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply.

Job Vacancy For Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Expert At DAI (Sekondi Takoradi)

Posted on: March 17th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{DAI,Sekondi-Takoradi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-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

DAI is preparing the DFID funded Western Region Coastal Foundation programme which aims to address the establishment of a Dialogue Platform and the Coastal Foundation in which DAI will establish technical assistance as well as the development and delivery of the foundation’s funding strategy. This 5 year project will be based in Sekondi-Takoradi, in Ghana’s western region and aims to improve stability and development prospects in the Western Region.

This will be achieved through a two-pronged approach;

•   Improving relationships between the oil and gas companies and coastal communities through a Dialogue Platform, and;
•   Channeling CSR funding to priority sectors that demonstrate real potential for providing economic opportunities for communities in the region – through focussing on supporting the following three sectors: promote alternative livelihoods; enable better business support services, and; develop relevant education and skills development training.

Scope of Work
The Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Expert will collaborate closely with the Ghana’s National Council for Technical and Vocational Education (COTVET) to develop a strategy for improving the education and skills level in the western region, to improve employment opportunities for community members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Manage the day-to-day delivery of the Technical and Vocational, Education and Training activities of the Programme
•   Support institutions develop curriculum and methods to provide market-driven skills to the most affected and MSME businesses in the community
•   Support the project develop appropriate strategies and approaches for addressing management and governance in the vocational centres and selecting appropriate partners
•   Collaborate with District education offices and schools to target TVET training
•   Support the development of  a voucher system for students
•   Work with different businesses to improve COTVET’s link to the job market
•   Conduct community needs assessments among the community with the aim of developing a programme aimed at improving food security and wealth creation

Qualification Required & Experience

•   At least 7 years of experience working in private sector development, at least three of which focusing on local content and community development
•   Extensive experience and knowledge of working in Ghana and/or the local region
•   Strong understanding of market development and value chain development approaches
•   Knowledge and understanding of creating linkages with between communities and private sector firms
•   Excellent communication skills and experience of facilitating dialogue between a broad set of stakeholders
•   Fluency in English (both written and oral) is essential

Education

•   Advanced Degree or training in TVET, Business, Human Resources or other related field preferred

Location: Sekondi Takoradi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter referring to the position of interest to:-

GhanaWash@dai.com Early responses are encouraged.

Closing Date: 27 March, 2014

•   Anticipated Programme Start Date: June 2014
•   Programme Duration: 5 years
•   Please note that all profiles are indicative only and therefore subject to change.

Job Vacancy For Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist At DAI

Posted on: March 14th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{DAI,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

DAI, a global consulting firm based in the United States, is currently accepting applications from senior and mid-level local candidates for long-term positions for an anticipated water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) program in Ghana.

Responsibilities
The Monitoring and Evaluations Specialist will work with the project team in designing an overall programmatic monitoring and evaluation system to help inform USAID and senior managers of progress toward achievement of key results as agreed in the annual work plans.

Primary responsibilities include:

•   Provide leadership in designing the program’s Monitoring and Evaluation Plan;
•   Facilitate the development of relevant milestones and indicators for substantive accomplishments in each of the project’s main task areas;
•   Formulate operational plans to monitor milestones and report on indicators;
•   Provide timely data analysis;
•   Support grantees and project staff with M&E capacity development and training;
•   Design a reporting format that is acceptable to USAID — i.e., user-friendly but feeds into their annual planning and budgeting process, feasible for the DAI team, and cost-effective;
•   Recommend a reporting schedule that provides USAID and senior project managers with timely information without being unduly burdensome or distracting from project implementation.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   5 years of experience in the area of monitoring and evaluation, particularly in the area of water, sanitation and hygiene.
•   An advanced degree in statistics, mathematics, demography, economics, political science or other related field.
•   Proven ability to design and implement a monitoring and evaluation plan.
•   Experience working with international donor agencies, USAID in the region
•   English proficiency required.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter referring to the position of interest to:-

GhanaWash@dai.com Early responses are encouraged.

Closing Date: 31 March, 2014

Job Vacancy For Behavior Change Communication Specialist At DAI

Posted on: March 14th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{DAI,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

DAI, a global consulting firm based in the United States, is currently accepting applications from senior and mid-level local candidates for long-term positions for an anticipated water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) program in Ghana.

Responsibilities

The Behavior Change Communication Specialist will:

•   Provide leadership and have overall responsibility for technical direction and implementation of hygiene behavior change and communication activities, ensuring overall program activities achieve measureable health impacts and related results;
•   Demonstrated experience working with government agencies / ministries, the private sector, and communities to improve demand and expand access to WASH services;
•   Excellent technical and managerial experience, including managing complex rural and urban WASH behavior change activities involving multiple program partners;
•   Collaborate with team members to identify interventions and scale- up best practices;
•   Build strong and effective partnerships among national – and community-level actors.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   At least 7 years of professional experience providing technical leadership in hygiene behavior change and communication;
•   Subject matter expertise in hygiene promotion, behavior change communication, and local capacity building;
•   Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of Ghana;
•   Masters degree in public health, community development, communications, or a related social-science discipline.
•   English proficiency required

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter referring to the position of interest to:-

GhanaWash@dai.com Early responses are encouraged.

Closing Date: 31 March, 2014

Job Vacancy For Component Lead At DAI

Posted on: March 14th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{DAI,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

DAI, a global consulting firm based in the United States, is currently accepting applications from senior and mid-level local candidates for long-term positions for an anticipated water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) program in Ghana.

Responsibilities
The Component Lead will be second in command to the Chief of Party in leading and guiding the successful implementation of the project and provide both technical leadership and management support.

Primary responsibilities include:  

•   With the Project Director, manage daily operations and project staff
•   Assist in drafting and distributing work plans, periodic reports, and project publications.
•   Conduct meetings with government officials, local businesses, and other organizations in order to promote the program and coordinate efforts;
•   Provide overall technical oversight for all work and activities necessary to achieve the objectives, outputs and deliverables expected under the contract;
•   A technical expert with demonstrated success in one of the following WASH service areas: 1) scale-up of market-based delivery models; 2) financial access / credit for WASH services; 3) WASH and nutrition; 4) environmental sustainability of WASH services; 5) Water service delivery and governance.
•   Ensure that cross-cutting themes such as gender equity, multiple use water services, and climate change are fully integrated into WASH and water resource management grant programming

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of 5 years of professional experience demonstrating technical and project leadership in expanding access to clean water and basic sanitation;
•   Prior experience working on USAID and/or other international donor programs
•   Prior experience managing a team of individuals, including those working remotely
•   A master’s degree in the natural resource management, environmental studies, public health, , development, or another social science-related field;
•   Good communication skills – both written and verbal
•   Strong analytical capacity and experience managing performance management plans
•   English proficiency required

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter referring to the position of interest to:-

GhanaWash@dai.com Early responses are encouraged.

Closing Date: 31 March, 2014

Job Vacancy For Grants Manager At DAI

Posted on: March 14th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{DAI,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

DAI, a global consulting firm based in the United States, is currently accepting applications from senior and mid-level local candidates for long-term positions for an anticipated water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) program in Ghana.

Responsibilities

•   The Grants Manager will devise and assist in the design, development, implementation, and program monitoring and evaluation of grant-making authority and grants management policies, procedures, and practices.

Other responsibilities include:

•   Providing procedures and policy guidance and interpretation for program staffers as well as sub-grantees to ensure adherence to grant management policies.
•   Analyzing and evaluating grant applications, proposals and awards to ensure adherence to grants management
policies.
•   Ensuring proper negotiation of the terms and conditions for sub-grants
•   Reviewing and analyzing budget estimates for allowable, allocable, and reasonable costs.
•   Ensuring post-award management provided in accordance with the relevant regulations, including but not limited to reporting, audits, etc in accordance with USAID directives and policies.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   3-5 years of demonstrated experience in grants design and administration, preferably in the area of water, sanitation
and hygiene.
•   Prior background in grants award and grants management as well as prior experience in the award and administration
of subcontracts.
•   Working knowledge of USAID contract management and grants management polices and procedures required
•   Proficiency in English required

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter referring to the position of interest to:-

GhanaWash@dai.com Early responses are encouraged.

Closing Date: 31 March, 2014

Job Vacancy For Project Officers (CBE) At IBIS (Bole, Northern Region)

Posted on: March 12th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{IBIS,Bole-Northern Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

IBIS is an International Non Government Organization which has been operating in Ghana since 2001.

Job Summary

IBIS in Ghana is looking for a dynamicand results-oriented person to join its Education for Empowerment (EfE) Programme Team to facilitate the implementation of the DFID funded Complementary Basic Education (CBE) Programme in the Bole and Sawla-Tuna-Kalba Districts in the Northern Region. The programme seeks to provide access to quality basic education for out-of-school children through the 9-month mother tongue literacy/ School for Life/CBE model. It aims to support the scaling up of the model for 120,000 out of school children to enable them transi-tion into formal system, and to enhance the capacity of the Government of Ghana to run this model after the end of this programme in 2015.

Duty Station:  Bole (Bole District)

Reporting to: Programme Facilitator (Based in Bole)

Job Summary: In collaboration with relevant partners (Ghana Education Service, District Assemblies and Civil society organisations) and under the supervision and guidance of the IBIS Programme Facilitator ensure the planning and effective implementation of the CBE Project in the Bole and Sawla-Tuna-Kalba Districts to achieve the objectives and indicators for the one year period.

Specific Responsibilities:

•   Plan and implement the Objectives of the CBE Project in collaboration with the GES and District Assembly and Civil Society organisations.
•   Initiate and facilitate meetings with partners and staff to plan or review activities for implementing the project
•   Follow up to ensure all activity plans (CBE) cycle activities including monitoring, reporting etc. ) are effectively and timely carried out by CBE project partners.
•   Support implement monitoring & evaluation systems to both inform strategy and raise performance
•   Training and capacity building of partners and CBE facilitators.
•   Faclitate and strengthen partnership between IBIS, GES and DA
•   Support teamwork by offering effective leadership
•   Promote accountability & governance within Education at the project district

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum academic requirement is a first degree in Education, Development Studies or Sociology.
•   Very good knowledge of the Education Sector in Ghana;
•   At least 3 years experience in training and capacity building, especially on participatory methods of teaching.
•   A sound knowledge of advocacy is desirable
•   Gender sensitivity in programme development
•   Experiences with managing, co-ordinating and implementing project activities
•   Good understanding of the Gonja and Dagaare languages and other local languages in the District (Brifo and Vagla);
•   Initiative and proactive attitude towards the promotion of education in rural communities;
•   Hands-on experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required.
•   Excellent writing/communication skills.
•   Preparedness to reside in the district of appointment.
•   Ability to ride motorcycle

Location: Bole, Northern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and eligible persons should forward their applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating 2 employment referees to:

ibistamale@ibiswestafrica.com

Closing Date: 22 March, 2014

Females are highly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Job Vacancy For Social Work Supervisor At Projects Abroad (PAHO)

Posted on: March 11th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Projects Abroad (PAHO),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

Position Summary
You would be responsible for the supervision of all our Social Work interns on placement in Ghana.  This will involve agreeing on internship requirements and areas of study with volunteers prior to their arrival, supervising volunteers on their project, providing advice and guidance related to their work, providing feedback and formal evaluations that will satisfy requirements set by universities.

Role and Responsibilities

•   Assign   volunteers   to   an   appropriate   project   based   on   their   skills, experience, and internship requirements
•   Complete  a  thorough  induction  with volunteers upon   arrival,  covering roles and responsibilities, work schedule etc.
•   Individual   monitoring – meet each   volunteer  on a regular   basis   to continue monitoring their work.
•   Stand as a mentor for each volunteer. Offer guidance, suggestions and support.  As the Social  Work Supervisor,  every volunteer should  feet comfortable to come to you with a question or an issue. Help maintain the internal database and website ensuring descriptions relating to the Social Work projects are up-to-date and accurate.
•   Respond to queries relating to Social Work Internships.
•   Hold regular workshops and discussion groups with volunteers to share ideas and training.
•   Complete volunteer evaluation and monitoring forms, and write a report of their work at the end of-their project

Qualification Required & Experience

Essential criteria

•   A degree in Social Work
•   Membership of relevant Social Care governing body.
•   Minimum of two years experience working as a Social Worker. Excellent Written and Spoken English Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
•   Highly organised
•   Excellent communication skills
•   A good understanding of the volunteer sector.

Desirable

•   Other languages
•   Experience working in the volunteer / NGO sector
•   At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
•   Experience working with different nationalities.
•   Project Management experience
•   Experience of working in or visiting other countries.

Along with your degree in Social Work and your enthusiasm to work with people from different cultures, you must respond well to others, possess interpersonal, customer service and team working skills. You will be energetic and relish the opportunity to work in a challenging environment.

Location: Accra (will be expected to travel to various other regions, sometimes staying overnight)

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to:

Emmanuel Abaaja: emmanuelabaaja@proiects-abroad.org and Daniela Cristea: danielacristea@projects-abroad.org

Closing Date: 20 March, 2014

Job Vacancy For Project Manager – Making Every Baby Count Initiative At Kybele

Posted on: March 11th, 2014 by Ghana Jobs

{Kybele,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Mar-2014};

Organization Overview

Kybele is a non-profit 501(c)3 humanitarian organization dedicated to improving childbirth safety worldwide through educational partnerships. The role of Kybele is to bring professional medical teams into host countries, to work alongside doctors and nurses in their home hospitals, and to improve healthcare standards.

In Ghana, Kybele has been working with regional hospitals such as Ridge Hospital in Accra and Tamale Teaching Hospital to create a platform of change to reduce maternal and newborn mortality. Kybele’s approach involves building clinical, operational and leadership capabilities to address the special complex challenges faced by hospitals that take care of high risk referrals from other regional facilities.

Initiative Overview

The “Making Every Baby Count Initiative” (MEBCI) is funded by the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF). The goal of MEBCI is to contribute significantly to improvement in quality, availability and accessibility of essential newborn care and appropriate interventions to address asphyxia, infection and prematurity according to the government guidelines. The specific objectives of the program are to strengthen national and regional leadership and action in quality delivery of newborn care at hospitals and health centers in four regions of the country from 2013-2017.  The primary recipient of the grant is PATH, an international non-profit organization. Kybele’s role in the MEBCI project is to focus on regional hospitals and to create the capacity in these hospitals to take appropriate action to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality for the complex cases that are seen by these hospitals.

Position purpose

Based in Accra, the Project Manager will serve as the local eyes and ears for the Kybele team, as well serve as the point of contact for the MEBCI program staff from PATH, and liaison to the Ghana Health Service as needed. The Kybele project team will travel to Ghana at least four times a year to undertake clinical, operational and leadership improvement activities as specified by the project plan in conjunction with hospital staff. At the end of each visit, local hospital staff will be responsible for carrying on mutually agreed upon quality improvement projects. The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the project continues to proceed smoothly even when the project team is not present. Finally, s/he will document progress, successes, and barriers for PATH/CIFF reporting, as well as, for Kybele’s monitoring of the project between visits.

Key Responsibilities

•   Ensure that the key activities of the project are completed on time with the appropriate level of quality.
•   Provide advice and support to local staff where appropriate to move projects forward.
•   Liaise with Kybele leadership and clinical experts if additional expertise is required.
•   Inform Ridge and Kybele leadership if there are barriers to successful progress.
•   Collect performance data based in protocols and templates developed by Kybele and Ridge staff on particular aspects of the project.
•   Interact with PATH to ensure Kybele project activities are aligned with the larger MEBCI project.
•   Interact with the Ghana Health Service to communicate about Kybele’s activities as necessary.
•   Write monthly progress reports to update Kybele/PATH leadership regarding successes and barriers.

Desired Skills  

•   Demonstrated ability to advise, lead and manage projects and to interact with multiple stakeholders.
•   Ability to work in coordination with international NGOs and with Ghana Health Service.
•   Well balanced professional able to see the big picture and keep track of necessary details.
•   Critical thinker with flexible and innovative problem solving skills.
•   Proven ability in problem-solving, capacity to collect and analyze data, monitor progress, and recommend necessary recourse for maximizing program progress and impact.
•   Strong interpersonal skills.
•   Fluency in English required including speaking, reading and writing skills.
•   Fluency in multiple local languages is desirable
•   Ability to travel up to 25 percent in-country.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in medicine, nursing, midwifery or public health.
•   Minimum of five (5) years experience and demonstrated practical skills in managing health programs for domestic or international NGOs or the government of Ghana
•   Knowledge of maternal, newborn and child health issues in Ghana.
•   Knowledge and experience of GHS health systems
•   Fluent in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint platforms and ability to communicate readily by email.
•   Experience leading project activity in implementation and proven ability to advise on project management, and to motivate and mentor staff at key positions in order to create a positive team environment.
•   Knowledge of Quality Improvement methods and Monitoring and Evaluation is a plus.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Candidate must have legal authorization to work in Ghana. If interested, please submit CV and two work-related references to:

info.kybele@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 April, 2014

Selected candidates must be available for interview between May 19-30, 2014.