{The Sabre Charitable Trust,Central Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

The Sabre Trust is a development organization working in close collaboration with the local education authorities in the Central and Western Regions to support the implementation of the Ghana Education Service’s plans to scale up quality kindergarten education nationwide. As the Fast-track Transformational Teacher Training (FTTT) component of our Brighter Futures programme gains greater recognition in the context of the Government’s plans to scale up quality kindergarten in Ghana, the M&E officer has a significant role to play in supporting Sabre’s training programme.

Position: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer, Brighter Futures Programme
Location: Elmina, KEEA Municipality, Central Region
Duration: 2 years (renewable)
Reporting to: Brighter Futures Programme Manager

Responsibilities

Managing the monitoring and evaluation for the programme:

•   Create, manage and analyse an electronic and physical M&E filing system for each classroom, to include Mentoring Log and Teacher Monitoring Tool (TMT).
•   Create, manage and analyse an electronic and physical M&E filing system for each trainer., to include Trainer Monitoring Tool (TrMT).
•   Analyse the attendance data for the programme.
•   Create, collate and analyse evaluation forms for Trainers and Trainees for each element of the programme, reporting results to the team, and using them to further refine evaluation form.
•   Collate and analyse baseline data at the start and end of year.
•   Undertake the collection of field data to monitor progress of participants on the programme, providing regular feedback to the Project Manager, including catalogued photographic evidence of environmental change in KG classrooms, both indoors and outdoors.
•   Collate and analyse Pupil Achievement Record data for a sample of children in each classroom.
•   Collate and analyse parent questionnaires for a sample of children in each classroom.
•   Collect and analyse OLA College of Education exam results and numbers of distinctions.
Maintain contact with programme alumni as newly posted teaches, conducting follow up questionnaires to monitor their progress.
•   In addition support other office administration and teacher training activities where necessary.

In respect of Programme Strategy:

•   The M&E Officer will be a full time member of the Brighter Futures team, which oversees multiple projects across the education sector. The M&E Officer will take part in all meetings and discussions related to the delivery of the FTTT, and will be encouraged to contribute to decision making.
•   Contribute to the development of the Brighter Futures programme strategy

Performance objectives:

•   To deliver on the above activities to a degree that provides a robust evidence base for the impact of the FTTT. The Project Manager will liaise regularly with the M&E Officer to ensure that both parties are satisfied with this output and expectations.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
•   Minimum of three years experience monitoring progress of field projects

Location: Elmina, KEEA Municipality, Central Region

How To Apply For The Job

Email the Brighter Futures Programme Manager, Nicholas Parish, at:-

nick@sabretrust.org

Closing Date: 09 December, 2013

Include an up to date CV and one page covering letter explaining why you would like the position of M&E Officer, and why you believe you are the best candidate.

Successful candidates will be asked to interview on either Thursday 5th or Friday 6th December in Elmina.

Please note: the closing date for applications for this position is 5pm on Wednesday 4th December.

If you require more information on the work the Sabre Charitable Trust do in Ghana please visit www.sabretrust.org

{BASICS International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

Small Grassroot NGO is seeking a dynamic, creative, multi – tasker, hard working, determined individual to coordinator and supervise programmes.

•   Individual, must be willing to work long hours, and be dedicated to making a change in the society.
•   Candidate must possess all the characteristic below outlined, but bring extra to the table.  This is NOT a desk job, but a hands on job, that requires someone ready to get involved and not just push papers.

Responsibilities

•   Assist the Executive Director in creating, implementing, coordinating and supervising day to day programs and activities.
•   Implementing academic and non- academic academic programmes, that promote advancement and creativity.
•   Record keeping of all activities or organization.
•   Compiling of all reports from various departments for annual report.
•   Assist in teaching where necessary. ( children and staff development)
•   Liaison between staff, children and management.
•   Community Liaison – working in community to identify the needs of the ?beneficiaries.

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Excellent verbal and written, and computer skills
•   Possession of strong organizational skills
•   2 years or more relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and QUALIFIED candidates should apply , following the outlined instructions:

•   Submit a letter of introduction; which states age, dob, place of birth, current residence, marital status, # of children, ( and ages), and summary of your educational and work history. Candidates, should list any  additional hobbies, skills ( Introduction, should be 2 pages or less)
•   Submit CV ( 2 pages or less)
•   Photograph ( Most recent and large enough to view)
•   Files should be named: Your name/Introduction, Your name/CV, Your name//Photo. (Example: KofiAnnan/Introduction, KofiAnnan/CV, KofiAnnan/Photo)
•   In addition to sending the documents as attachment-  please copy and past introduction letter into body of email.

Send documents to:-

HR@basicsinternational.org

Closing Date: 22 December, 2013

All applicants should be sent via email, no drop offs and no phone calls.

{Catholic Relief Services (CRS),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has been working in Ghana since 1958 in Health, Agriculture, Peace Building, Water and Sanitation, Microfinance and Education programs.

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

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES-GHANA PROGRAM

•   Department: Programming
•   Unit: Health
•   Band/Grade: D
•   Job Title: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist, I-SHINE Project
•   ob Location: Tamale
•   Reports to:  Project Coordinator (I-SHINE)

Background
A United States based Foundation has approved the CRS Ghana’s Integrated Sanitation, Hygiene and Nutrition for Education (I-SHINE) Project for a period of three years.

The I-SHINE is a three year project (January 01, 2014 to December 31, 2016)  targeting  120 schools across six districts ( three each in Northern and Upper East Regions) of Ghana with the goal of contributing to improving  the health and well-being of vulnerable children in six districts in Northern and Upper East Regions of Ghana .    I-SHINE Project will be implemented by CRS Ghana in partnership with the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Ghana Education Service (GES) and the District Water and Sanitation Teams of the beneficiary District Assemblies.

Purpose
The primary function of the M&E Specialist is to ensure the I-SHINE Project M&E objectives and results are achieved while meeting all expected technical quality standards.

Specific Responsibilities

•   Assist I-SHINE Project Coordinator and M&E and Learning Program Coordinator (MEAL Program Coordinator) to determine device needs and lead budgeting for purchase
•   Provide M&E technical support and guidance to CRS, GHS and GES
•   Assist in the development, roll-out and implementation of the I-SHINE M&E database
•   Integrate the I-SHINE M&E system into the appropriate databases at the district levels at GHS and GES
•   Collaborate with Health Information Officers at the regional and district  levels  to ensure alignment of I-SHINE M&E with the DHIMS and EMIS
•   Provide support as required to the I-SHINE Project Coordinator  in completing project reporting responsibilities
•   Provide monthly reports to the I-SHINE Project Coordinator
•   Develop tools and data collection instruments in collaboration with the I-SHINE Project Coordinator, MEAL Program Coordinator and GHS and GES partners
•   Collect, analyze and provide data for results-based reporting as required by the I-SHINE Project Coordinator
•   As a member of the project management team, contribute to the overall development of project strategy and implementation
•   Develop and manage the I-SHINE M&E database
•   Develop customized forms for data collection
•   Review data to identify and correct inconsistencies and report to supervisors
•   Lead data cleaning process to ensure that all data is of the highest quality
•   Ensure data collection is carried out and input into the I-SHINE M&E database in a timely manner
•   Provide protocol for data audit to supervisors, and ensure it is conducted and documented properly
•   Manage reports and dashboards to ensure they function properly and display up-to-date, accurate and correct information
•   Ensure that data points, lines and polygons are added to ArcGIS for required data for all project sites
•   Program Quality
•   Develop and implement a M&E system to collect, analyze and report data for I-SHINE project indicators
•   In coordination with the MEAL Coordinator, direct and manage all tasks related to the I-SHINE baseline and end-of -project surveys/evaluations
•   Foster learning within the CRS I-SHINE team through sharing lessons learned and evaluation results, as well as playing a key role in generating data and information  for results-based reporting
•   Promote standardization of M&E tools and methodologies across all project districts and sites
•   Ensure data quality control mechanisms are applied to data received via the I-SHINE specific M&E system
•   Provide guidance and support to Project Coordinator in preparing and submitting timely quality progress reports
•   Analyze data received via the CRS grant-specific M&E system and the equivalent information submitted by the sub-recipients (District Health Management Teams) captured via the DHMIS and EMIS
•   Ensure gender considerations inform M&E activity where appropriate
•   Liaise with Regional and District SHEP Coordinators  and District Health Management Teams in planning, conducting and facilitating I-SHINE M&E capacity-building activities
•   Provide training on all relevant components of the M&E/ICT platform to program staff, partners and enumerators
•   Mentor field enumerators (as may be applied to project related surveys/assessment for proper use of platform and data collection.
•   Lead beneficiary feedback surveys and reporting

Program Representation

•   Act as the key M&E contact point for Regional and Districts Directors of GES and GHS
•   Participate in field visits to districts, sub-districts and communities to monitor progress, validate reports and provide guidance

Key Working Relationships

•   Internal: Project Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Health Program Manager, CRS Regional Technical Advisor for WASH (RTA), CRS HQ Technical Advisors and I-SHINE staff
•   External: GHS  and GES Health Information Officers and District Directors of Health and Education Services

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a university 1st degree in Statistics, Public Health, Economics or Rural Development or in any related field with extensive experience in monitoring, evaluation and learning
•   At least five years of experience in a M&E role
•   Knowledge of processing, spreadsheets, data entry, analysis packages and data bases including MS Word, Excel, Epi-info, SAS and SPSS)
•   Demonstrate professional maturity, good interpersonal skills, teamwork  and good written and verbal communication skills
•   Ability to work to meet multiple, simultaneous deadlines
•   Previous experience working on similar school WASH related programs is desired
•   Familiarity with qualitative approaches to M&E
•   Sound report writing and interpersonal, facilitation and general communication skills.
•   Ability to travel within the districts  40% of the time

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

Application must be saved with this format:- Application.CV.(Name).I-SHINE Project Coordinator

Closing Date: 05 December, 2013

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

{Catholic Relief Services (CRS),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has been working in Ghana since 1958 in Health, Agriculture, Peace Building, Water and Sanitation, Microfinance and Education programs.

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.

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES-GHANA PROGRAM

•   Job Title: Water, Hygiene and Sanitation (WASH) Specialist
•   Department: Programming
•   Unit: Health
•   Location: Tamale
•   Band: D
•   Report to: I-SHINE Project Coordinator

Background
A United States based Foundation has approved the CRS Ghana’s Integrated Sanitation, Hygiene and Nutrition for Education (I-SHINE) Project for a period of three years.

The I-SHINE is a three year project (January 01, 2014 to December 31, 2016)  targeting  120 schools across six districts ( three each in Northern and Upper East Regions) of Ghana with the goal of contributing to improving  the health and well-being of vulnerable children in six districts in Northern and Upper East Regions of Ghana .    I-SHINE Project will be implemented by CRS Ghana in partnership with the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Ghana Education Service (GES) and the District Water and Sanitation Teams of the beneficiary District Assemblies.

Primary Functions
The WASH specialist will be responsible for ensuring that I-SHINE WASH related activities are technically sound and impact positively on the lives of the targeted beneficiaries.

To achieve this, a high level of commitment and coordination with the Project Coordinator is required to strengthen the overall capacity of the Country Program by reviewing and providing feedback to strategic planning, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of water and sanitation system delivery projects, as well as improved hygiene knowledge and practice will be critical.

This position does not only require a high technical level in water, sanitation and hygiene promotion but also leadership, coordination skills and familiarity with Community-led Total Sanitation Model as well as WASH in schools.

Key Job Responsibilities

Technical Support

•   Coordinate the water, sanitation and hygiene component of the I-SHINE Project and maintains overall responsibility for technical oversight of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) activities
•   Provide technical oversight and coordination of both community and school-based WASH related components of the project
•   Assist the Project Coordinator in the planning, development and periodic appraisals of the Agency’s short and long term development programs and project proposals in compliance with the Agency’s standards and formats, and in accordance with identified needs
•   Lead in the development, revisions and implementation of CLTS, WASH in schools related tools, guidelines, materials and methodologies, to promote community problem solving and decision-making concerning health, hygiene and sanitation issues
•   Facilitate the production of simple technologies – tippy taps – and their use in target communities
•   Work closely with Field Officers to train, sustain the functioning of vibrant Sanitation Advocacy Groups (SAG) in targeted communities
•   Integrate public health concepts into water, sanitation and hygiene activities and ensure close collaboration with health, education and district assembly sub-sectors, including hygiene promotion and community mobilisation
•   Ensure that gender issues are considered in the design and implementation of projects, that WATSAN programming is consistent with the Sustainable Livelihood Approach and integrates environmental considerations.
•   Facilitate the roll-out of key  advocacy activities regarding the WATSAN (community and school-based) sectors within the NGO community and government departments
•   Support the identification and participate in the negotiation of  contracts with contractors on gender friendly latrines and urinals  in line with UNICEF and WHO standards
•   Support the Project Coordinator to represent CRS/Ghana at water and sanitation fora, and technical sessions.
•   Support the Project Coordinator to assess technical and human resource needs of Wat/San portfolio and make recommendations

Strategic & Program Development

•   Lead the identification, research and development of new business opportunities in the health sector for CRS Ghana
•   Provide technical leadership to the development of CRS/Ghana’s WASH in school sub-strategy as well as modified CLTS especially in communities with high level of poverty and resource constraints
•   Provide technical support in the development of sound innovative water and cost-effective, sanitation and hygiene programs and in their implementation, and M&E/L
•   Coordinate with M&E Specialist, SILC/Nutrition Specialist and Community Mobilization Specialist to determine an optimal and timely implementation and monitoring strategies.
•   Ensures that the I-SHINE WASH strategies engage local stakeholders and develop local capacity for longer-term sustainability
•   Participate (where appropriate) in the  technical reviews of WASH related concepts and proposals and provide technical feedback and guidance for possible innovations
•   Assess opportunities for integrating Water and Sanitation with existing Health, Education, Microfinance, and Agricultural programs and develop concrete strategies for encouraging integration at the community level
•   Support the Project Coordinator in managing all assigned CRS/Ghana’s WATSAN programs, including budget and draft response to review comments, including Audit findings
•   Ensure that the strategic design of the Water and Sanitation program adheres to existing Government of Ghana policies (CWSA, WRC, etc)
•   Identify potential linkages with research and funding institutions in the WATSAN sector.
•   Support the PC and work with other colleagues to document and draw lessons learned from CRS’ experience in the WASH sector and disseminate to partners and other CRS CPs and Agency support staff.

Coordination and Reporting

•   Coordinate with the I-SHINE Project Coordinator to develop monthly activity plans for WASH component of the I-SHINE WATSAN and I-WASH/SHEP staff
•   Draft and submit bi-monthly reports to the Head of Programs highlighting progress made towards work plans
•   Represent CRS at sectoral meetings and provide feedback to the Head of Programs

Key Working Relationships

•   CRS/Ghana’s I-SHINE Team, Health Program Manager, Head of Programs and Country Representative, Regional Technical Advisor for Emergency and WATSAN and WATSAN Sector representatives (government and NGOs)

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Postgraduate/specialized training in water, hygiene and sanitation, water resources management or other related discipline
•   Minimum of 3 years professional  experience in development projects preferably WASH in schools as well as Community-Led Total Sanitation methodologies
•   Proven experience in budgeting and budget management
•   Strong analytical and communication skills and ability to multi-task under pressure and yet remain effective and productive.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work with partners and lead a team
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills, cultural sensitivity, ability to work with people, good judgment and commitment to the Agency’s mission
•   Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, etc.)
•   Willingness to travel to field sites as required by the project

Desirable
Experience in health education, community mobilization, hygiene and sanitation campaigns will be an added advantage.

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.

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

Application must be saved with this format:- Application.CV.(Name).I-SHINE Project Coordinator

Closing Date: 05 December, 2013

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

{Catholic Relief Services (CRS),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has been working in Ghana since 1958 in Health, Agriculture, Peace Building, Water and Sanitation, Microfinance and Education programs.

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

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES-GHANA PROGRAM

•   Job Title: Community Mobilization Specialist (CMS)
•   Department:  Programming
•   Unit:  Health
•   Location of Duty:  Tamale
•   Grade: Band D
•   Reports to: I-SHINE Project Coordinator

Background
A United States based Foundation has approved the CRS Ghana’s Integrated Sanitation, Hygiene and Nutrition for Education (I-SHINE) Project for a period of three years.

The I-SHINE is a three year project (January 01, 2014 to December 31, 2016)  targeting  120 schools across six districts ( three each in Northern and Upper East Regions) of Ghana with the goal of contributing to improving  the health and well-being of vulnerable children in six districts in Northern and Upper East Regions of Ghana .    I-SHINE Project will be implemented by CRS Ghana in partnership with the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Ghana Education Service (GES) and the District Water and Sanitation Teams of the beneficiary District Assemblies.

Purpose
To provide Community Mobilisation and WASH technical leadership to the project implementation team and partners to ensure accomplishment of the Integrated Sanitation, Hygiene and Nutrition for Education (I-SHINE) Project objectives and results, while meeting expected technical quality standards

Key responsibilities

Program Planning and Implementation

•   Facilitate community entry in targeted communities and maintain good relationships with community leaders over the life of the project (in collaboration with the Nutrition/SILC and WASH Specialists)
•   Provide direct technical support to partners to ensure high technical soundness and high quality results
•   Support the I-SHINE Project Coordinator in the smooth and effective implementation of the community and school based mobilization and sensitization activities.
•   Support the development and implementation of  appropriate participatory approaches to water, hygiene and sanitation including participatory hygiene and sanitation transformation ( PHAST ) and WASH in Schools and  to promote community problem solving and decision-making concerning  water, , hygiene, sanitation and nutrition activities
•   Develop strong relationships with key project partners including Ghana Health Service (GHS), Ghana Education Service and District Assembly at the regional and district levels, local community leaders and other partners identified over the course of implementation in implementation of school and community-based WASH activities.
•   Support  the capacity building programs for field Officers, staff of Ghana Education Service and Ghana Health Service and community members in all the project strategies as outlined in the technical narrative of the project document
•   Provide regular on the spot facilitative support to Field Officers, point persons of implementing partners and ensure proper project tracking, record keeping as well as field level documentation of project activities
•   Support Field Officers in the compilation of relevant project reports highlighting project impact against indicators
•   Provide support in the development of annual work plans, budget preparation, and provide assistance to implement them to achieve project goals and planned results.
•   Participate in periodic reviews, including quarterly reviews to identify success stories relating to the project and areas of improvement
•   Collaborate with Field Officers and project implementing partners and the target communities to undertake all activities aimed at enhancing the achievement of project strategic objectives
•   Assist Field Officers and partners to identify and promptly resolve all trouble-shooting issues as they arise within the team and work on team building and team communication.
•   Perform other related duties as required

Project Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

•   Facilitate the collection and compilation of all data necessary for the project implementation.
•   Provide assistance to field officers to ensure accurate data processing and timely reporting on project activities
•   Conduct monitoring visits to project communities and schools in the districts and submit reports of such visits to ensure quality supervision and monitoring leading to improvement in program deliver
•   Support, review and assure timely completion and submission of project reports from Field Officers to the Project Coordinator
•   Work closely with M&E Specialist, key component specialists to supervise key project staff on the M&E requirements of the project, and to assure that the I-SHINE Project meets set goals and objectives

Key Working Relationships

•   Internal: CRS Health Program Manager, I-SHINE Project Coordinator – Health and other line Managers, Nutrition/SILC Specialist M&E Specialist and WASH Specialist
•   External: District Directors of Health, Education Services and District Assemblies in target districts.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advance  University degree in Social work, Rural/Community Development, Integrated Development Studies or in any related field with extensive experience in community mobilization and sensitization strategies
•   At least five years of experience in  community mobilizer capacity
•   Knowledge of Microsoft word processing (Excel and PowerPoint)
•   Demonstrate professional maturity and good interpersonal skills for teamwork, and good written and verbal communication skills
•   Ability to work to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments.
•   Previous experience working in similar position is desired
•   Familiarity with qualitative approaches to M&E
•   Sound report writing, interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
•   Ability to travel to the district  at least 40% of the time

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.

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

Application must be saved with this format:- Application.CV.(Name).I-SHINE Project Coordinator

Closing Date: 05 December, 2013

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

{Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA),Upper West Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

This position will be based in WA, Upper West Region.  Only applicants from the Upper West and the nearby regions will be encouraged to apply.  No relocation will be provided.

Position Summary – Nutrition Coordinator

The major role of the Nutrition Coordinator is to plan and coordinate the implementation and evaluation of nutrition education and food demonstration sessions with objectives to increase the nutritional awareness and soybean utilization of families participating in MEDA’s Greater Rural Opportunities for Women (GROW) project.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Area Manager, the Nutrition Coordinator will:

•   Play a coordinating role in the development and implementation of GROW’s nutrition strategy
•   Facilitate linkages between WIAD and GHS to GROW project communities
•   Develop an effective schedule of sessions alongside WIAD, GHS, and KFPs
•   Collect and review session outlines including topics and key messages taught by WIAD and GHS
•   Facilitate the development and/or revision of visual and verbal materials for sessions and distribution to lead farmers
•   Continue as the point-of-contact for WIAD, GHS and KFPs in GROW’s nutrition strategy
•   Co-facilitate sessions or provide technical support when necessary
•   Ensure efficient execution of GROW’s nutrition strategy
•   Initiate and maintain networks with nutrition stakeholders in the public and private sectors of Northern Ghana
•   Participate in nutrition and agriculture-related technical meetings, trainings and workshops
•   Keep abreast of key policies and trends in the areas of nutrition and ensure program compliance with current nutrition recommendations for accuracy and sustainability
•   Perform monitoring and evaluation duties for continual quality improvement of sessions and appropriate adaptation of nutrition strategy
•   Prepare MEDA and CIDA reports on activities and plans, quarterly and annually

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Nutrition, Health Sciences or Public Health
•   Experience in community nutrition and/or food security projects
•   Experience developing nutrition-specific and nutrition-sensitive messages, materials and lesson plans
•   Knowledge or experience in the design of training and support services
•   Understanding of business development and agriculture concepts
•   Strong English communication skills, with specific emphasis on writing skills.
•   Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
•   Experience working in culturally diverse setting
•   A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards
•   Excels at operating in a complex, fast paced, results-driven environment.
•   Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values and goals.

Location: Upper West Region

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit letter of application and resume to:-

grow@meda.org

Closing Date: 06 December, 2013

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

{Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to creating, evaluating, and replicating innovative solutions to poverty and policy problems worldwide. IPA specializes in using randomized impact evaluation to assess the effectiveness of development programs.

Summary
IPA is seeking a Project Manager for immediate hire.  The Project Manager will assist with implementing and evaluating a Sanitation program.  The position will be based in Accra.

Job Summary

•   The Project Manager will
•   manage survey fieldwork for the project; including planning, logistics, hiring, training, supervising daily survey activities, and monitoring.
•   also maintain records; including survey tracking, surveyor attendance and project expenses.
•   assist with project budgets, project design and planning, as well as manage relations with partner organizations.
•   be responsible for maintaining high quality data collection and will report to the Project Coordinator.

Employment will be for a two year period.

Qualification Required & Experience  

The Project Manager must be able to independently manage a survey team in the field and contribute to the design and planning of the research projects. IPA is seeking candidates who meet the following criteria:

•   A 4-year degree from a recognized university
•   Knowledge of research methods
•   Strong math skills
•   Takes initiative and demonstrates good judgment in the field
•   Highly personable and able to work effectively with supervisors, the survey team and representatives from partner organizations.
•   Excellent English writing skills
•   Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and email

The following are highly desired:

•   Experience with survey data collection
•   Experience with cash, finances, and budgeting
•   Experience in program operations, planning and logistics
•   Willingness to travel extensively within the Greater Accra regions.
•   Fluency in Ga and/or twi.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit the following by email to:-

jobs-ghana@poverty-action.org  

Closing Date: 29 November, 2013

•   CV, including contact information
•   Cover letter
•   Three employment references

The subject line of the email should read; Sanitation Project Manager Application: Firstname Lastname

•   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.

{Winrock International,Upper West Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

Position Title: WASH Specialist – Ghana WA-WASH
Location: Ghana, Upper West Region
Reports to: Winrock Ghana MUS Director
DURATION: 1 year
START DATE: January 1st, 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Project Director, the WASH Specialist for the WA-WASH Ghana Multiple-Use Water Services program will assist in all aspects of project execution: field activities, budgets, staff management, and results.

Multiple-Use Services (MUS) is a consumer-oriented approach to water service delivery that takes people’s multiple domestic and productive water needs as the starting point for planning, financing, and managing integrated water services. Existing approaches to water service delivery typically focus on providing water for a single use – for example, drinking or irrigation. MUS has significant advantages over single-use services: it generates greater income, health, and other benefits and enhances sustainability.

Field activities in this project will include support for drilling crews and local welding workshops, promotion and / or implementation of new water points for productive and domestic uses, the organization and training of management committees of water points, and coordination of support activities in horticulture, cash crop agriculture, livestock raising, hygiene promotion, and water-related advocacy.  The project may promote cash crops, the organization and support of producers’ cooperatives, microcredit and other related fields.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The WASH Specialist will help oversee all field-based project activities to ensure timely results.  The WASH Specialist will manage subcontracts, staff, and relations with donors and will help develop an entrepreneurial vision of development (promotion of services, promotion of equipment) within the team.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education: Bachelor’s Degree, relating to water, rural development, or similar sector
•   Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the field of water supply, sanitation and hygiene in Ghana.
•   Experience managing donor-funded projects
•   Experience in efficiently managing a diverse team

Preferred:

•   Management experience of hygiene promotion projects
•   Management experience of income generation projects based on horticulture or livestock raising
•   Management experience supporting the value-chain of low-cost techniques and technologies

Skills/Knowledge:

•   Strong management, organization, strategy and analysis capacity
•   Ability to work with range of partners, including Ghanaian and American government officials, international agency representatives, and donors
•   Demonstrated teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
•   Strong ethical code and ability to creatively solve problems
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills
•   Fluency in English, and some knowledge of French
•   Fluency in Upper West Region local languages

Location: Upper West Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:-

mus.Ghana@gmail.com

Closing Date: 03 December, 2013

In the Subject Line, please indicate:  MUS Ghana – WASH Specialist. The position will be open until filled; applications will be reviewed upon receipt.  For highest consideration, please submit a detailed resume and cover letter by December 1, 2013.

Winrock would like to graciously thank all applicants for their responses and interest in this posting.  However, only applicants who meet listed criteria and are short listed will be contacted.  No phone calls please.

{Winrock International,Upper West Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2013};

Location:  Ghana, Upper West Region
Position Title: Project Director, Winrock WA-WASH Ghana Multiple-Use Water Services
Reports to:  Winrock Director, WA-WASH (located in Burkina Faso)
DURATION:  1 year
START DATE:   January 1st, 2014

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Ghana Multiple-Use Water Services Project Director for Winrock will oversee and manage all aspects of project implementation: field-level activities, budgets, staff and outcomes.

Multiple-Use Services (MUS) is a consumer-oriented approach to water service delivery that takes people’s multiple domestic and productive water needs as the starting point for planning, financing, and managing integrated water services. Existing approaches to water service delivery typically focus on providing water for a single use – for example, drinking or irrigation. MUS has significant advantages over single-use services: it generates greater income, health, and other benefits and enhances sustainability. Complementary program activities will focus on supporting development of small-scale local manual driller businesses and pump manufacturers through technical and business training.

Key field-level implementation activities are likely to include building capacity of local drillers and metalworkers to provide new rural waterpoints, organizing and training communities to manage waterpoints, coordinating horticulture and livestock extension services, hygiene promotion, and water sector advocacy. The project may include technical training, extension, high-value crops, formation and strengthening of farmer organizations, credit, and other relevant topics. The Project Director will oversee all program activities to ensure timely results and manage subcontracts, staff and relations with the donor.

Qualifications and Background:

Management Experience:

•   Minimum of 8 years progressive management experience, including at least 5 years of experience working in rural water supply or related field.
•   Experience managing donor-funded projects in West Africa, preferably Ghana.
•   Experience in building and effectively supervising a diverse team of employees.
•   Experience building capacity of local organizations.
•   Strong management, organizational, conceptual, strategic and analytical skills.

Preferred:

•   Experience with hygiene and sanitation programs and agricultural income generation projects involving livestock and/or vegetable production.
•   Experience with low-cost technology supply chain approaches.
•   Experience working on USAID-funded projects

Skills/Knowledge:     

•   Ability to partner with a variety of individuals and organizations, including Ghanaian and US government officials, international agencies, and donor organizations.
•   Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, creative problem solving and ethical management, preferably in the region.
•   Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•   Fluent in English, some knowledge of French desired.
•   Overseas living experience in a West African country, preferably Ghana.
•   Knowledge of USAID policies and procedures (preferred).

Qualification Required & Experience         

•   Graduate degree in engineering, hydrology, WASH, or related field.

Location: Upper West Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should submit a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:-

mus.Ghana@gmail.com

Closing Date: 03 December, 2013

In the Subject Line, please indicate:  MUS Ghana – Project Director.  The position will be open until filled; applications will be reviewed upon receipt.  For highest consideration, please submit a detailed resume and cover letter by December 1, 2013.

Winrock would like to graciously thank all applicants for their responses and interest in this posting.  However, only applicants who meet listed criteria and are short listed will be contacted.  No phone calls please.