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

KITE is currently seeking a self motivated, experienced and capable professional to join its team of professionals as Projects Manager. The details are as follows:

Position Title: Projects Manager
Reports Directly To: Executive Director
Directly Supervises: Projects Officers

Job Purpose
To develop project proposals, plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict project deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

•   Lead the development of project concepts and proposals. This can include one or more of the following: (a) Writing the concept and proposal (b) Managing a proposal writing team composed of internal and external experts (c) Drafting a monitoring and evaluation plan and/or log frame (d) Identifying and securing local, regional and international organizations to partner with (e) Collecting baseline/background information for project budgeting (f) Reviewing draft concept notes and proposals and providing feedback to team or Director (g) working with head of Finance and Admin to complete budget
•   Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.
•   Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work
•   Develop project requirement documents such as project implementation plan and project implementation schedule; deliver progress reports, proposals and presentations
•   Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crisis and devise contingency plans
•   Supervise training activities
•   Represent the organization to donors and government officials
•   Build, develop and manage donor/client relationship
•   Liaise with Donors to initiate energy enterprise development

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Master’s Degree (MSc) in any of the following: Engineering, Energy and Environmental Economics, Energy Management, Energy Studies/Finance, Development Planning, Social/Development Policy, Environmental Science or any related field
•   Minimum of 5 years management-level experience, preferably in an Non-Governmental organization(NGO)

Required Qualification

•   A broad understanding of the various aspects of fund-raising and advocacy issues
•   Extensive experience in conducting research and reporting to technical and non-technical audiences
•   Substantial skills and field experience of project management, monitoring and evaluation
•   Experience in implementing and reporting on donor funded project
•   Excellent presentation, communication, facilitation and report writing skills
•   Good team player, pragmatic and patient negotiator with solution orientated approach.
•   A self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and work where necessary to short deadlines
•   Cultural sensitivity and ability to respect and work well with people from different backgrounds and disciplines
•   Possess inter-personal and communication skills
•   Computer literacy in MS Office and Internet use

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above positions, and detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address) to:

career@kiteonline.net

Closing Date: 18 March, 2014

•   Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
•   The successful candidate will be based in the Accra Office

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

A national NGO which works to promote the prospects of older people in Ghana has vacancy for the position of Programme Officer on a renewable contract employment basis

Job Purpose

Develop and execute projects / programmes that will enhance the quality of life of older persons, and in accordance with agreed outcomes

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A degree in the social sciences from any recognized university and/or its equivalent relevant additional qualifications (s) in project-related fields
•   2 years relevant experience
•   Practical experience in working with the vulnerable and excluded in communities and possibly on ageing issues
•   Practical experience in development of fundable proposals
•   Computer literacy in at least MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet usage
•   Strong date and policy analysis skills
•   Willingness to travel outside Accra to implement, monitor and evaluate programmes in partner communities
•   Practical knowledge in the usage of PRA / PLA tools in research, project identification, monitoring and evaluation at the community level
•   Knowledge and experience in right-based approach to work, as well as in poverty, health and social protection issues
•   Possess networking, lobbying and advocacy skills and experience to the national level
•   Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
•   Good written and spoken English
•   Organisational skills nd ability to lead and work with a team
•   Strong report writing skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their CVs and a cover letter as attachments to:-

hagagm@gmail.com

or mail:

The Director
P.O.Box OS 1803
Osu – Accra

Closing Date: 03 March, 2014

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

Summary of key functions:

•   Implementation of programme strategies as related to Peace;
•   Management of the CO programmes relating to Peace;
•   Creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of a resource mobilization strategy ;
•   Provision of top quality advisory services to relevant State institutions and CSOs, and facilitation of knowledge building and management.

Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

•   Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country as relates to violence or the possibility of violence, and preparation of substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP, Resource Mobilization Strategies, internal Country Office processes and other documents;
•   Analysis and synthesis of proposals on the areas for support and interventions within the Governance Cluster, with particular emphasis on the implementation of the work plan on Peace or other practice area specialization assigned.

Participates in effective management of the CO programme within the Governance practice area focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the following results:

•   Design and formulation of some parts of CO programme within the area of responsibility, translating UNDP’s priorities into local interventions;
•   Initiation of a project, presentation of the project to PAC, finalization of contribution agreement; determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises, closure of projects through review. Programme Analyst (Peace) participates in recruitment processes for projects;
•   Provision of operational and technical support to Implementing Partners and Responsible Parties, as assigned.
•   Application of conceptual models in support of programme design;
•   Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions. Participation in audit of NEX projects;
•   Preparation of inputs for reporting, including donor reporting.

Supports creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy  focusing on achievement of the following results:

•   Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization;
•   Through projects, activities, dialogue and other mechanisms, deepen the COs relationships with the key national and international stakeholders concerned with the promotion of peace. These include but are not limited to the NPC, Police, Ministry of Interior, NACSA, WANEP and other CSOs, KAIPTC, UN agencies, the media and religious organizations.

Provides top quality advisory services to national development partners, including State institutions and CSOs and ensures facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

•   Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned directly linked to programme country policy goals;
•   Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice;
•   Organization of training for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues;
•   Professional growth through active learning.

Impact of Results

The key results have an impact on the success of UNDP’s Governance Cluster through attention to governance themes, thereby supporting the implementation of UNDP’s CPD as well as targets for Outcome 10.2 within the UNDAF– “Level of Public Confidence in the national peace architecture” and associated targets for output 10.4 and UNDP Key Agency Results.  In particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and programming of activities, creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

Functional Competencies:  

Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda
Preparing information for advocacy

•   Identifies and communicates relevant information for a variety of audiences for advocating UNDP’s mandate.

Results-Based Programme Development and Management
Contributes into results through primary research and analysis

•   Assesses project performance to identify success factors and incorporates best practices into project work;
•   Researches linkages across programme activities to identify critical points of integration;
•   Monitors specific stages of projects/programme implementation.

Building Strategic Partnerships
Maintaining a network of contacts

•   Maintains an established network of contacts for general information sharing and to remain up-to-date on partnership related issues;
•   Analyzes and selects materials for strengthening strategic alliances with partners and stakeholders

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise
Fundamental knowledge of own discipline

•   Understands and applies fundamental concepts and principles of a professional discipline or technical specialty relating to the position;
•   Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks;
•   Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning;
•   Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments.

Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals
Preparing information for global advocacy

•   Identifies and communicates relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences.

Client Orientation
Establishing effective client relationships

•   Researches potential solutions to internal and external client needs and reports back in a timely, succinct and appropriate fashion;
•   Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines.

Core Competencies:

•   Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity ;
•   Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
•   Self-development, initiative-taking;
•   Acting as a team player and facilitating team work;
•   Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively;
•   Creating synergies through self-control;
•   Managing conflict;
•   Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing are the responsibility of each staff member;
•   Informed and transparent decision making.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s degree in political science, social science, international relations, peace building, conflict prevention or related field.

Experience:

•   Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services and hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
•   Including practical experience in the area of peace building, conflict resolution, mediation and/or human security;
•   Experience in the use of computers and office software packages and handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

•   Fluency in English and any national language of Ghana.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 21 February, 2014

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

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Head of Governance, the Programme Specialist (Access & Delivery) is responsible for management of UNDP programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned. The Programme Specialist (Access & Delivery) analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his/her portfolio, provides policy advice services.

The Programme Specialist (Access & Delivery) supervises and leads programme support staff, coordinates activities of the projects’ staff. The Programme Specialist (Access & Delivery) works in close collaboration with the operations team, programme staff in other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials, technical advisors and experts, multi-lateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society ensuring successful UNDP programme implementation.

Duties and Responsibilities
Functions / Key Results Expected

Summary of Key Functions:

•   Implementation of programme strategies;
•   Management of the CO programme;
•   Creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy ;
•   Provision of top quality policy advice services and facilitation of knowledge building and management.

Ensures implementation of programme strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:

•   Thorough analysis and research of the political, social and economic situation in the country and preparation of substantive inputs to CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP and other documents;
•   Identification of areas for support and interventions within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned;
•   CO business processes mapping and preparation of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures in Results Management.

Ensures effective management of the CO programme within the thematic/sectoral areas assigned, focusing on quality control from formulation to implementation of the country programme achieving the following results:

•   Lead the day to day management of the UNDP Access and Delivery Partnership activities in Ghana;
•   Manage the day to day activities of UNDP’s support to the joint team on HIV/AIDS;
•   Ensure project alignment with UNDP’s work on the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plan for Africa (PMPA)
•   Ensure substantive alignment between governance portfolio and UNDP’s support to HIV/Aids;
•   Oversee the implementation of project activities and outputs in Ghana;
•   Quality assure the implementation of UNDP supported HIV/Aids activities in Ghana;
•   Monitor project operations to ensure strategic direction and timely adjustment of project goals as required;
•   Provide direction and liaise with staff, consultants and project partners to assess and manage risk;
•   Effective application of RBM tools, establishment of management targets (BSC) and monitoring achievement of results;
•   Design and formulation of CO programme within the area of responsibility, translating UNDP’s priorities into local interventions. Coordination of programme implementation with the executing agencies. Introduction of performance indicators/ success criteria, cost recovery, targets and milestones;
•   Initiation of a project, presentation of the project to PAC, entering project into Atlas, finalization of contribution agreement; determination of required revisions; coordination of the mandatory and budget re-phasing exercises, closure of projects through review. Participates in recruitment processes for projects;
•   Financial and substantive monitoring and evaluation of the projects, identification of operational and financial problems, development of solutions. Participation in audit of NEX projects;
•   Follow up on audit recommendations. All exceptions are timely reported;
•   Aggregate reports are regularly prepared on activities, outputs and outcomes. Preparation of donor reports.

Ensures creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy in cooperation with the Management Support and Business Development Team focusing on achievement of the following results:

•   Liaise with partners including relevant government partners, UN counterparts and partners on the Access and Delivery as well as HIV/AIDS partnership in the implementation of activities, expected outcomes, and anticipated time-frames;
•   Analysis and research of information on donors, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation, identification of opportunities for initiation of new projects, active contribution to the overall office effort in resource mobilization;
•   Maintain regular communication with partners to monitor and review progress in implementing agreed work-plans;
•   Report regularly to supervisors on progress achieved on UNDP’s involvement in the PMPA, the Access and Delivery Partnership and the HIV/Aids area;
•   Support the management of documentation necessary for donor audits and reporting;
•   Support joint work planning and budgeting of UNDP activities related to the PMPA and the Access and Delivery Partnership;
•   Participate in the JUTA (Joint UN Team on HIV/Aids);
•   Support resource mobilization for the PMPA and Access and Delivery project;
•   Support resource mobilization for general HIV/AIDS programming/activities.

Ensures provision of top quality advisory services and facilitation of knowledge building and management focusing on achievement of the following results:

•   Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues. Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learnt directly linked to programme country policy goals;
•   Support to development of policies and institutions that will address the country problems and needs in collaboration with the Government and other strategic partners;
•   Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice;
•   Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff on programme issues;
•   Provide socio-macroeconomic analysis and support to the CO

Impact of Result

The key results have an impact on the success of country programme within specific areas of cooperation. In particular, the key results have an impact on the design, operation and programming of activities, increasing visibility of UNDP in the discussion about economic policies and analysis and creation of strategic partnerships as well as reaching resource mobilization targets.

Competencies
Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Corporate Competencies:

•   Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
•   Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
•   Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
•   Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional Competencies:

Knowledge Management and Learning

•   Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office;
•   In-depth knowledge on development issues;
•   Ability to advocate and provide policy advice;
•   Demonstrates knowledge of access to treatment issues as evidenced by relevant work experience and publications record;
•   Ability to integrate knowledge with broader strategic, policy and operational objectives;
•   Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.

Development and Operational Effectiveness

•   Experience in Project Management, with a strong knowledge of partnership management, and public-private partnerships;
•   Ability to conceptualize and convey strategic vision from the spectrum of development experience;
•   Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting;
•   Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and projects, mobilize resources;
•   Good knowledge of the Results Management Guide and Toolkit;
•   Strong IT skills;
•   Ability to lead implementation of new systems (business side), and affect staff behavioral/ attitudinal change.

Management and Leadership

•   Focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback;
•   Leads teams effectively and shows conflict resolution skills;
•   Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
•   Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills;
•   Excellent negotiating and networking skills;
•   Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors;
•   Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
•   Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Communications and Advocacy

•   Demonstrates ability to collaborate with others in own unit and across boundaries; acknowledges others’ contributions; promotes collaboration and facilitates teamwork across organizational boundaries;
•   Open to new ideas; shares own knowledge; applies knowledge in daily work; builds partnerships for learning and knowledge sharing.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   An advanced degree in public health, intellectual property, drug regulatory issues, international affairs.

Experience:

•   A minimum of 7 years relevant work experience in the area of public health, intellectual property, international law or relations, pharmaceutical policy, and international law or a related field;
•   Excellent project management skills including hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
•   Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.

Language Requirements:

•   Fluency in written and spoken English and at least one Ghanaian working language.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 21 February, 2014

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

Abt Associates is a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Africa IRS (“Indoor Residual Spraying”) Project, which seeks to reduce the burden of malaria in 14 African countries through cost-effective commodities procurement and logistics systems, access to technical expertise, and implementation of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS).

Job Summary

•   The COP will be the primary liaison between the donor, implementer, and other stakeholders and accountable for achieving project results.
•   This position is based out of Accra.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The COP must have a Master’s degree and at least 15 years of experience in Africa managing USG-funded health programs.
•   Experience implementing complex and multi-faceted projects is required, and the candidate must have a proven track record of working effectively with government counterparts at various levels within the context of Africa.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Individuals interested in being considered should send their résumé indicating the position title in the email subject line to the following email address:

AbtGhana@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 28 February, 2014

•   Candidates with significant prior experience working in donor-funded development programs in malaria are especially encouraged to apply.
•   Abt Associates is an equal job opportunity employer.

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

Abt Associates is a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Africa IRS (“Indoor Residual Spraying”) Project, which seeks to reduce the burden of malaria in 14 African countries through cost-effective commodities procurement and logistics systems, access to technical expertise, and implementation of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS).

Job Summary

•   This position will be responsible for building the management and leadership capacity of the MOH, and will oversee implementation of an organizational and management assessment of the national and regional health systems and develop intervention plans.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   S/he must have a Medical Degree or MPH, with at least 8 years of experience in in health systems management and/or organizational development.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Individuals interested in being considered should send their résumé indicating the position title in the email subject line to the following email address:

AbtGhana@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 28 February, 2014

•   Candidates with significant prior experience working in donor-funded development programs in malaria are especially encouraged to apply.
•   Abt Associates is an equal job opportunity employer.

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

Abt Associates is a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Africa IRS (“Indoor Residual Spraying”) Project, which seeks to reduce the burden of malaria in 14 African countries through cost-effective commodities procurement and logistics systems, access to technical expertise, and implementation of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS).

Job Summary

•   This position will be based out of Accra, but will travel extensively among the regions and will be responsible for the design and implementation of a strategic plan for raising the awareness of evidence-based strategies and best practices.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   S/he must have a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of experience in development communications and/or community mobilization.
•   The candidate must possess exceptional (English) oral and written communication skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Individuals interested in being considered should send their résumé indicating the position title in the email subject line to the following email address:

AbtGhana@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 28 February, 2014

•   Candidates with significant prior experience working in donor-funded development programs in malaria are especially encouraged to apply.
•   Abt Associates is an equal job opportunity employer.

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

Abt Associates is a major American business and government research, technical assistance, and consulting company, manages the USAID-funded Africa IRS (“Indoor Residual Spraying”) Project, which seeks to reduce the burden of malaria in 14 African countries through cost-effective commodities procurement and logistics systems, access to technical expertise, and implementation of Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS).

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The Sr. M&E Advisor will oversee the M&E system for reporting progress, create systems to measure and document program process, and maintain reporting procedures in compliance with USAID systems.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Individuals interested in being considered should send their résumé indicating the position title in the email subject line to the following email address:

AbtGhana@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 28 February, 2014

•   Candidates with significant prior experience working in donor-funded development programs in malaria are especially encouraged to apply.
•   Abt Associates is an equal job opportunity employer.

{Catholic Relief Services,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Feb-2014};

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We are motivated by the Gospel of Jesus Christ to cherish, preserve and uphold the sacredness and dignity of all human life, foster charity and justice, and embody Catholic social and moral teaching as we act to:

•   Promote human development by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies; and,
•   Serve Catholics in the United States as they live their faith in solidarity with their brothers and sisters around the world.

Job Title:  Field Officer – REST Project
Location of Duty: Three of the six project districts
Reports to: Community Mobilization Specialist

Background:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has been working in Ghana since 1958 in Health, Agriculture, Peace Building, Water and Sanitation, Microfinance and Education programs.  A United States based Foundation has approved the CRS Ghana’s Rural Emergency Health Service and Transport (REST) Project for a period of three years (March 2014 – February 2017)

Purpose:
The primary function of the REST Field Officer  is provide  field level technical leadership and facilitative to the  project implementation team and partners to ensure accomplishment of the Rural Emergency Health Service and Transport (REST)  Project objectives and results, while meeting expected technical quality standards

Primary Responsibilities:

•   Work with the Project Specialist in CRS sub-office in Tamale and with partner (Ghana Health Services) in implementation REST project strategies and activities. These include community mobilization and sensitization, formation of community-based groups (council of champions, repositioning of TBAs, Model Mothers), distributions project supplies and logistics, partner monitoring and project monitoring, project support in beneficiary selection and registration, monitoring and evaluation of project activities, coordination, and reporting. Specifically, the Field Officer will mobilize and sensitize communities on key project strategies to ensure community ownership of projects
•   Work closely with community mobilization specialist  in the implementation of key project components at the health facility and the community levels
•   Coordinate and or lead step down training of community-based agents in the implementation of REST Project activities
•   Establish, identify and train/ facilitate the training of Model Mothers, Council of Champions, CETS members, Traditional Birth Attendants
•   Provide regular feedback to project coordinator via the community mobilization specialist, point persons of implementing partners and ensure proper project tracking, record keeping as well as field level documentation of project activities
•   Compile project reports highlighting project impact against indicators.
•   As delegated by the component specialists, liaise with project staff partner staff document and share lessons learned, experience and human interest stories related to project activities.
•   Conduct any other programming responsibility delegated by the Project Coordinator

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Project Implementation and Management
•   Collaborate with project implementing partners and the target communities to undertake all activities aimed at enhancing the achievement of project strategic objectives
•   Support  the capacity building programs for Ghana Health Service and community members in all the project strategies as outlined in the technical narrative of the project document
•   Collaborate with project component specialists and partners to develop annual work plans to ensure their timely implementation
•   In collaboration with the GHS, and the Community Based Agents to facilitate data gathering, analysis and reporting based on standard scientific processes and methods
•   In collaboration with the component specialists to identify and promptly resolve all trouble-shooting issues as they arise within the team and work on team building and team communication.
•   Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
•   Support the conduct of targeted assessments and surveys on timely basis
•   In collaboration with the component specialists to ensure accurate data processing and timely reporting on project activities
•   In collaboration with the M&E specialist, monitor REST project activities the schools and communities
•   Support review and assure timely completion and submission of project reports to the Project Coordinator via component specialists
•   Work closely with M&E Specialist, key component specialists to supervise key community-based agents (Link Providers, Model Mothers and Healthy Mothers and Newborn Care Committees)  on the M&E requirements of the project, and to assure that the REST Project meets set goals and objectives
•   Key Working Relationships
•   Internal: CRS REST Project Coordinator – Health and other line Managers, Community Mobilization and M&E Specialists, and other Field Officers
•   External: District Directors of Health Services  in target districts
•   Professional Skills:
•   Degree in Social Work, Community Development, Public Health/Nutrition or  related field with experience in maternal and child health projects or equivalent degree
•   Professional experience in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion activities is desirable
•   Flexibility; ability to work as a team in a multicultural context
•   ExcellenComputer skills in Microsoft (Microsoft word, excel and PowerPoint) office

Personal Skills:

•   Experience in training and providing technical support to partners/community-based agents
•   Excellent English and oral communication skills especially in local language of duty post
•   Strong team building skills as well as  Willingness to spend 90% of time in the field
•   Ability to ride motorbike in rough terrain
•   Physically fit, able to go to remote villages for 4 hours.

Competencies

•   Set clear goals and  work  towards achieving them
•   Collaborates effectively with staff and stakeholders
•   Manages financial resources with integrity
•   Applies program quality standards to project design and organizational learning

Agency-Wide Competencies

•   Upholds a Spirit of Service and Integrity
•   Cultivates Constructive and Collegial Relationships
•   Models Principled Stewardship
•   Promotes continuous learning and innovation

Note: List of responsibilities, professional and personal skills are considered indicative and not exhaustive; actual duties may differ or change depending on office and agency priorities at the time.

Qualification Required & Experience

Professional Skills:

•   Degree in Social Work, Community Development, Public Health/Nutrition or  related field with experience in maternal and child health projects or equivalent degree
•   Professional experience in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion activities is desirable
•   Flexibility; ability to work as a team in a multicultural context
•   ExcellenComputer skills in Microsoft (Microsoft word, excel and PowerPoint) office

Personal Skills:

•   Experience in training and providing technical support to partners/community-based agents
•   Excellent English and oral communication skills especially in local language of duty post
•   Strong team building skills as well as  Willingness to spend 90% of time in the field
•   Ability to ride motorbike in rough terrain
•   Physically fit, able to go to remote villages for 4 hours.

Competencies

•   Set clear goals and  work  towards achieving them
•   Collaborates effectively with staff and stakeholders
•   Manages financial resources with integrity
•   Applies program quality standards to project design and organizational learning

Agency-Wide Competencies

•   Upholds a Spirit of Service and Integrity
•   Cultivates Constructive and Collegial Relationships
•   Models Principled Stewardship
•   Promotes continuous learning and innovation

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and letter of interest to:

GH_jobs@global.crs.org

Closing Date: 25 February, 2014

Application must be saved with this format:- Application.CV.(Name). Field Officer – REST Project

This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position

•   CRS is an equal opportunity employer.
•   Female candidates meeting position requirements are strongly encouraged to apply Deadline for application.