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Job Vacancy For Administrative and Logistics Officer At ActionAid Ghana (Tamale)

Posted on: November 19th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{ActionAid Ghana,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.

ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ an experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill the position of an Administrative and Logistics Officer for the Ghana Global Platform Office.

Role Purpose:

The Administrative and Logistics Officer is responsible for coordinating all logistics and procurement activities of the Global Platform including undertaking basic financial management to ensure effective utilization of the Global Platform’s resources and facilities towards the attainment of set objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Ensures effective utilization and maintenance of the Platform’s properties
•   Undertakes all procurement activities
•   Drafts relevant administrative memos and letters
•   Ensure effective organization of meetings and conferences Copied at: ghanacurrentjobs.com
•   Maintains front office and effective administrative systems to ensure smooth running of the Platform.
•   Administers Petty Cash and keeps appropriate financial records up to date in constant consultation with the ActionAid Ghana office.
•   Coordinates effective utilization of office space, courier, telephone and security services
•   Ensures uninterrupted availability of essential services such as water, electricity and telephone.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s degree in Administration or relevant field with 3 years’ post qualification experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

•   Knowledge of Administrative Practice
•   Knowledge of Ghana Procurement Act and other procurement regulations
•   Knowledge of the 2003 Labour Act, (Act 651)
•   Knowledge of assets management systems including insurance policies
•   Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and
•   Ability to undertake multi-tasks and work under pressure
•   Ability to supervise other non-supervisory roles
•   Ability to communicate effectively – both verbal and written
•   Ability to write concise reports
•   Ability to inspire self and others to achieve results
•   Ability to pay attention to detail and be well organized
•   Ability to maintain appropriate records for effective retrieval and usage
•   Must be a team player with high degree of inter-personal skills
•   Must possess a high degree of integrity

Job Circumstances:

This is a two (2) year employment contract on national terms and conditions. The role may involve working beyond official working hours.

Monthly Base Salary : Band 3: Step 1 (GHS 1,024.00)

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Application Forms MUST be downloaded and submitted as below.

Click Here For Application Form

Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.

Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:-

jobs.ghana@actionaid.org

or forwarded to:

The Human Resource Manager
P. O. Box AN 19083,
Accra-North.

Tel: + 233 244 316 392 / +233 28 910 9560

Closing Date: 25 November, 2013

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and invited for assessment by Monday, 30th November, 2013.

“ActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer.  Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.”

Job Vacancy For Technical Resource Facilitator (Health) At US Peace Corps (Kukurantumi, Eastern Region)

Posted on: November 19th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{US Peace Corps,Kukurantumi-Eastern Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

The Peace Corps is a United States federal agency that promotes international peace, friendship and sustainable development by providing trained men and women to serve in local communities. In Ghana, these trained men and women (Peace Corps Volunteers) work in the areas of Health, Education, and Agriculture. The agency in Ghana is seeking to hire an individual to assist with its Pre-Service Training operations in the Kukurantumi Office, January to April 2014, as Technical Resource Coordinator (TRC) for the Health program.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

•   The U.S. Peace Corps is an agency that promotes international peace, friendship, and sustainable development by sending trained men and women, Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs), to serve in countries that have requested assistance.
•   The Health Technical Resource Coordinator (TRC) is ultimately responsible to the DPT under whose direction and supervision he/she works.
•   He/she also works in close collaboration with the Facilitators and Coordinators.
•   He/she must maintain open communication with staff members working closely with them to participate in teamwork, collaboration and assisting integration between training components.
•   In consultation with the Program APCD, he/she is responsible for developing the Health training design, developing and directing Trainee Directed Activities (TDAs) and monitoring and evaluating the technical training component.
•   The Health TRC is the lead trainer in the Health training program. While he/she may not facilitate every Health training session he/she is responsible to see to it that they take place and adhere to the training design.
•   The Health TRC should be knowledgeable and experienced in community work and capable of providing staff and Trainees’ direction, information and ideas relative to the Health sector.
•   In directing a staff of several PCV Resource Trainers and guest facilitators the TRC will assist them in carrying out their work to the best of their ability by providing informal individual and in-service staff development training during the PST helping them to improve their training skills.
•   The TRC will work with Language/Culture Facilitators and other facilitators to ensure that technical language TDAs are developed to help Trainees meet the Health Sector’s competencies.
•   He/she will possess particular expertise in community mobilization and social methodology skills.
•   The TRC works directly with Peace Corps Staff, partners, and PCVs and supports the U.S. Peace Corps mission in Ghana in the following main areas:

1)   Technical Training
2)  Cross Culture Facilitation
3)  Safety and Security

Technical Training 60%

•   Work with the Associate Peace Corps Director (APCD) to learn about the Health project and Volunteer assignments within it. . Establish sound working relationships with the Training Manager, APCDs, CD, and the entire training staff as well as with any host country agency officials involved in the program.
•   In consultation with the APCD and the training staff, design the Health component’s goals, objectives schedule, based on Peace Corps’ approach to training. Ensure that it corresponds to technical training competencies and the task analysis. Trainee competencies will be developed through Trainee Directed Activities (TDAs) designed and directed with other facilitators.
•   Attend and participate in the Training of Trainers (TOT) held prior to the PST. Be prepared to lead sessions if requested by the Training Manager.
•   Work closely with the Training Manager and entire training staff to assist in a training program which is integrated, incorporates the principles of experiential and adult learning, and adheres to Peace Corps’ training philosophy.
•   Direct the development and writing of the individual training session plans for the program based on the guidelines, directives and overall goals and objectives. Ensure that all Health PCVTs write effective session plans for each training session they present and that they collect and store all plans each week for inclusion in the final report. Provide advice and editing assistance to PCVTs who need it.
•   Facilitate, co-facilitate or delegate all Health training sessions. Facilitate other training sessions when necessary if the subject falls within the TRC’s field of expertise. Attend all Health training sessions.
•   Facilitate group discussions and serve as primary technical resource persons.
•   Direct, write, assist and monitor the development of new training materials and update existing ones. Supervise and/or prepare all relevant technical learning materials.
•   Solicit Trainee input into the design, delivery and evaluation of the training program. Where possible allow PCVs to facilitate sessions and organize outings. Copied at: ghanacurrentjobs.com
•   Direct and supervise the organization, establishment and execution of all technical outings into the community and field trips related to Health.
•   Demonstrate a variety of health education training methods. Assist and advise Trainees in preparing their practice health education training activities.
•   Observe and evaluate all Health Trainees during their practice training at least twice. Observation and evaluation should focus on criteria established in the community problem solving model and the trainees understanding and execution of the process approach to development. Feedback should be given to each Trainee.
•   Provide expertise and leadership in counseling Trainees. Serve as a model to the staff in giving and receiving feedback. . Provide leadership that establishes and maintains a healthy productive team spirit among the training staff.
•   Ensure specific planned feedback to Trainees on a regular basis. In consultation with the Training Manager design and implement a Trainee assessment system.
•   In collaboration with the PST Director, recommend to the PC Director, all Trainees who should not swear-in as Peace Corps Volunteers with supporting documentation.
•   Write/submit bi-weekly training reports to the APCD/Training, highlighting the period’s activities, problems, successes, and recommendations.
•   Attend and participate in all regular staff meeting called by the TD.
•   Monitor the collection, collation and storage of all Health training materials and document to assure accessibility for future PSTs. Ensure that all Health session training designs are documented at the level of detail required by the Training Manager.
•   Brief or ensure the briefing of all visiting short-term Health facilitators on the status of the training and the training site regulations. Explain the trainer’s role and any other matters pertinent to the visit. Provide short-term trainers with a packet of written information which includes the Health component’s training design, training calendar, goals, objectives, technical competencies and the Health training activity calendar; component’s training design, training calendar, goals, objectives, technical competencies and the Health training activity calendar.
•   Develop appropriate technical training and structure the program at a level appropriate for what the trainees will experience at site.
•   Visit useful sites with other sectors when possible.
•   Invite guest speakers, volunteers, trainers, counterparts, development workers, community members and government officials as and when necessary to participate in delivering training sessions.
•   Deliver a thorough and comprehensive written evaluation of the Health training program. Ensure that the evaluation methodologies used are varied: oral, written, individual, group, trainer designed/Trainee designed.
•   Maintain constant awareness of the process and progress of the Health training in achieving its goals. Steer and direct the program as needed.
•   Submit a final report at the end of PST which includes at least the Health training design, bi-weekly reports, and overall evaluation of the training with recommendations for future training programs.
•   At the end of the training program help with the collection, inventory, packing, storing, filing, and photocopying of all training materials.
•   Perform other duties where necessary related to the pre-service training when requested by the PST Director.

Cross Culture Facilitation

•   Serve as an honest and objective cultural information resource for Trainees.
•   Be available outside “classroom” hours to assist with cross-cultural learning and integration.
•   Take part in problem-solving situations with home stay families; if the issue is serious, solicit advice from the Homestay Coordinator and/or Training Manager.
•   Acts as a community contact person when necessary for communication, information-sharing, and liaison with the Training Manager, PST Director and other Coordinators.

Safety and Security:

•   Document and report to the Training Manager, any safety and security concerns or incidents involving Trainee, host family or community member behavior with regards to alcohol use or culturally inappropriate behavior that places Trainees at risk. . Provide safety and security support to PC Trainees and staff and assists in MS270 regulations compliance.
•   Monitor safety and security environment with host families and host communities.
•   Co-facilitate safety and security sessions with the Safety and Security Coordinator (SSC) as needed.
•   Report all medical emergencies to community contact person, LC, Training Manager, PST Director.
•   Act as warden to support safety and security. These duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

1)  Awareness and understanding of Peace Corps Safety and Security policies.
2)  Awareness and understanding of the Peace Corps Ghana PST Emergency Action Plan.
3)  Awareness and understanding of the warden’s roles and responsibilities in the communities.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Possess at least a Diploma in a relevant field
•   Minimum of three years in adult training/learning experience
•   Minimum of five years of experience in a cross-cultural setting
•   Ability to speak and write at least two Ghanaian languages fluently
•   Knowledge and understanding of U.S. values, history and culture
•   Must have at least three years of experience in the field of Health
•   Have workshop planning and facilitation skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•   Demonstrate a variety of Health Education training methods
•   Strong skills in training curricula development
•   Very strong networking, negotiation and collaboration skills
•   Peace Corps experience
•   Have knowledge of program monitoring and evaluating.

Compensation: Competitive salary.

Location: Kukurantumi, Eastern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants for this position must submit the following or the application will not be considered:

1) A detailed resumé or C.V. that includes:
Professional positions held identifying duties, responsibilities, dates of employment and reasons for leaving Education and training, schools attended, dates of attendance, qualifications obtained An accounting for periods of unemployment longer than three months 3 Professional references.
2) A cover letter
3) Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above:

Write the job number and position title as email subject and send application packet to:-

jobs@gh.peacecorps.gov

Closing Date: 28 November, 2013

Job Vacancy For Logistics Assistant (SHS Graduate Can Apply) At World Food Programme

Posted on: November 15th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{World Food Programme,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Under the direct supervision of the senior logistics assistant, and in coordination with other logistics staff and other departments of the organization, the incumbent will:

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

•   In accordance with established procedures, thoroughly check the information recorded in hard-copy documents for clarity and corrections
•   Enter data from these documents into the office’s commodity tracking database system
•   Maintain filing systems and archives for swift and easy retrieval of information
•   Identify and report the type and number of data errors that occur in the commodity tracking system and recommend ways of reducing them
•   Analyze data from the commodity tracking system and report any discrepancies or irregularities to the senior logistics assistant
•   Ensure that all information and reports requested are provided promptly and efficiently
•   Liaise with other logistics colleagues to resolve any queries or discrepancies in reports or records
•   Collect and organize information, which could be used to improve the quality of existing information systems and communicate this information to the senior logistic assistant
•   Share  knowledge and experience with other staff members and work to foster team spirit
•   Monitor and record the frequency of data transfer between all locations within the country
•   Perform The duties of the senior logistics assistant during his or her absence
•   Provide reports and analysis of the .status of deliveries in relation to commodity allocations, of logistical transactions such as re-allocations and of any loans and swap arrangement
•   Perform any other related duties requested by the senior logistics assistant

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Secondary school education
•   At least four (4)years of progressively responsible logistics and supply chain
•   management experience in a company, national or international organization or NGO
•   Excellent knowledge of Microsoft software applications, particularly MS Office
•   Good  working  knowledge  of Oracle  or  another  relational   database management system

Language

•   Fluency in both written and oral English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit their applications with 3 references including Curriculum Vitae in sealed envelopes marked “Logistics Assistant (COMPAS)” and sent to the address below or hand-delivered to WFP Office, located after the Fire Service traffic light towards Flair Catering or Kumodzi Hospital:

The Human Resource Unit
UN World Food Programme
No.7, 7th Rangoon Close, Cantonments
P. O. Box 1423
Accra, Ghana

Closing Date: 25 November, 2013

•   ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES MEETING THE CRITERIA WILL BE CONTACTED.
•   QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Job Vacancy For General Manager At West African Power Pool (WAPP) – Cotonou (Benin)

Posted on: November 15th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{West African Power Pool (WAPP),Cotonou (Benin),Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Job Function  

The position of General Manager of the TRANSCO CLSG  is a senior Executive Management position created to provide strategic leadership and managerial direction to the planning, coordination, development, operation and maintenance of the CLSG Interconnection Project. The General Manager is expected to exercise broad powers on behalf of the company, subject at all times to the powers expressly granted by the Articles of Association and subject  to the resolutions and decisions of the  shareholders meetings and the Board of Directors.

Scope of Work

The General Manager will have broad responsibility for the following:

•   Establishment and implementation of all key structures and institutional documentation, procurement of logistics and recruitment of top level human resources of the TRANSCO CLSG to ensure that the company becomes a fully functional organizational entity;
•   Provision of the leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure that the interconnection line conforms with laid out plans, requirements and specifications  and close monitoring of all phases of the project – pre-construction, construction, operation and maintenance –through effective supervision of direct reports and through the institution of effective operational and financial controls, administrative and reporting procedures as well as institution of proper people management systems.
•   Ensuring the quality assurance, efficiency, productivity and commercial viability of the interconnection line through effective managerial oversight, prudent financial management and efficient human resource management.
•   Ensuring effective interface with key stakeholders in order to build positive and lasting relationships among them. These include funding agencies, project partners, shareholders, regulatory agencies, national and local authorities among others.
•   Ensuring that all obligations of the TRANSCO CLSG under the International Project Agreement are met.

Job Summary

The detailed job description of the General Manager will include but not be limited to the following:

Leadership and Management

•   Provide strong visionary, strategic and exemplary leadership in the management of the affairs of TRANSCO CLSG and in the execution of the vision of the company;
•   Articulate the strategic direction of TRANSCO CLSG through the development of strategic plans for the growth of the company and implement the necessary managerial and change management strategies to drive the company towards the achievement of its goals;
•   Ensure that the company has strong business and diplomatic networks at various levels of government and business and is able to work in collaboration with other corporate organizations, international agencies, governments, national authorities and a wide range of institutions in order to accomplish its objectives;
•   Build a positive company image by effectively interfacing with governments, national and local authorities, regulatory agencies, the media, community and environmental organizations as well as other stakeholders;
•   Establish plans, budgets, and various indicators to facilitate the measurement of results, as well as ensure the effective allocation of resources;
•   Conduct periodic reviews of operational progress, making mid-course modifications and adjustments where relevant, and implement effective risk management strategies to ensure that the company remains robust at all times;
•   Develop and maintain the company’s organizational culture, values and reputation within the industry and with all staff, trading partners, suppliers, regulatory bodies and other stakeholders;
•   Create a culture of high performance and efficiency within the company by putting in place the relevant structures and policies and inspiring a sense of ownership among staff and other stakeholders.

Administration

•   Establish the institutional structures of TRANSCO CLSG to ensure a functional entity. These include development of the company’s operating procedures and objectives, organizational policies and structure as well as refining the vision and business strategy among others, as captured in the company’s Business Plan, in consultation with the Board of Directors;
•   Direct the day-to-day operation of the company and the transmission network through the senior management team and coordinate the activities of the key departments of the company to ensure effective work flow;
•   Conduct a periodic review of plans such as the company business plan, work targets, goals, work schedules and progress of work as well as direct necessary changes to ensure that the mission and goals of the company are achieved;
•   Establish subsidiaries, branch or field offices in various locations in the CLSG countries as would be necessary to ensure efficient work on the interconnection line;
•   Ensure that all of TRANSCO CLSG’s  institutional documentation including agreements  are duly signed;
•   Ensure that the required logistics for the effective operations of TRANSCO CLSG are procured and fully functional at all times. These include IT equipment and softwares, vehicles, communication systems, buildings and other company property.

Finance

•   Ensure that proper accounts of the company are maintained in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and  ensure development  and compliance with organizational financial policy and statutory financial requirements;
•   Ensure that summary financial statements are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards for presentation to the Board and subsequent approval at the end of each financial year;
•   Ensure that a competent internationally recognized accountancy firm is appointed by the Ordinary Shareholders meeting as external auditor for TRANSCO CLSG, on the basis of terms of reference approved by the Board of Directors and an international tender process to conduct regular audits of the company’s financial reports;
•   Ensure the timely preparation and submission of budgets and other financial plans, financial statements, Directors’ Reports among others to the Board of Directors;
•   Ensure that the tax regime implemented by the company for its staff, contractors and companies participating directly or indirectly in the construction or operation of the Interconnection Line is consistent with the provisions of the tax and custom regime for the CLSG Project annexed to the Treaty.

Technical

•   Ensure that the Interconnection Line meets and complies with the description, functional requirements, specifications, norms and standards referred to in the various documents which regulate its establishment and operation;
•   Ensure that the timelines for the planned phases of the construction  of the interconnection line are adhered to in order to avoid delays as well as apply international quality assurance procedures to guarantee that all work carried out and equipment and materials used comply, to the maximum extent possible, with international standards and any other norms and standards that are applied by WAPP or within the industry;
•   Prepare and submit the Project Development Plan to the Steering Committee for approval within 3 months following the execution of the International Project Agreement, as well as review the plan periodically to ensure that it contains up to date information. The Plan will provide an accurate outline of the design and planned phases of the construction and maintenance of the Interconnection Line among others, to facilitate effective project monitoring by the Steering Committee;
•   Ensure the preparation and negotiation of transmission agreements and/or contracts with Power Providers which will include technical and economic conditions of transmission as well as facilitate trade arrangements;
•   Ensure that the infrastructure is effectively maintained by conducting regular preventive and predictive maintenance comprising routine tests during periodical inspections, effective operation, control and supervision of the use of the infrastructure;
•   Coordinate activities, directly and/or through delegation, required to ensure optimum safety and compliance with requirements and regulations for the technical operation of a transmission network as well as ensure the efficiency and reliability of the transmission line, in accordance with established contracts, agreements, policies and applicable regulatory laws and procedures;
•   Make and/or approve major operating, business, financial, engineering and maintenance decisions, as required, to ensure that the transmission line is operated within the terms and conditions of all operations and maintenance (O&M), management, power purchase, services supply or maintenance contracts and agreements;
•   Carry out all obligations and recommendations allocated to it under the Environmental and Social Management Plan either directly or through Contractors procured.

Business Management

•   Ensure the financial viability of the interconnection line, taking into account the financing received as well as the SPC’s cost of construction, maintenance and operation of the Interconnection Line and the estimated income stream based on the established tariff structure;
•   Ensure the effective financial management of debt and investment funds, regular and effective management of financial records and financial reporting, project development planning, enforcement of national regulations and policies within the countries in which the project will be undertaken, compliance with commitments to mitigate the environmental and social impacts of the project, and acquisition of related permits and obligations among others;
•   Manage costs, directly or through delegation, by effective approval of budgets and other financial plans, effective monitoring and variance reporting as well as recommendation of improvements in processes or procedures that can have an impact on costs;
•   Ensure the smooth and uninterrupted operation of the CLSG Interconnection line to guarantee constant electricity transmission and delivery;
•   Update the tariffs for using the Interconnection Line in accordance with the methodology outlined in the Project Business Plan to ensure that they are cost reflective and undertake a regular update at least on an annual basis;
•   Make periodic presentations to the Board on various aspects of the company’s operations including progress of work on the transmission network, achievement of targets and milestones, financial position, assets and liabilities of the company and profits or losses realized among others.

Communication and Reporting

•   Prepare a variety of reports periodically for submission to various committees and bodies established to monitor progress on the interconnection line. These will include updated versions of the Project Business Plan, annual reports, budgets, monitoring reports, compliance reports, technical reports, operational and financial reports among others;
•   Maintain effective channels of communication and cooperation among and between TRANSCO CLSG’s stakeholders which include Shareholders, Board of Directors, funding agencies, monitoring committees and bodies and staffof the company as appropriate;
•   Monitor, measure and report on operational issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales;
•   Provide regular and prompt feedback and recommendations to the Board on issues and opportunities.

Ethics

•   Ensure the highest standards of ethical conduct in the discharge of the SPC’s obligations by developing, implementing, and maintaining effective and comprehensive ethics, anti-fraud, and anti-corruption rules, policies and guidelines that are consistent with international best practices and applicable guidelines of the funding partners, and can promote the proper management of TRANSCO CLSG’s affairs, as well as ensure integrity, transparency, and accountability;
•   Ensure adherence to anti-corruption and ethical rules of conduct by all staff, contractors and other agents of the company by enforcing ethical business practices;
•   Ensure that the procurement of Contractors to carry out works and services is undertaken in compliance with international best practices and the procurement rules and policies of the respective funding agencies whose funding will be used for the project.

Human Resource Management

•   Ensure that at all times, the SPC has competent and experienced human resources to undertake its work in an efficient manner;
•   Ensure that in the event where the SPC does not have at its disposal the human and material resources of sufficient quality and competency necessary for discharging its obligations, competent Contractors are procured to carry out such obligations;
•   Hold ultimate responsibility for the recruitment, development, supervision, compensation, training, discipline, and termination of staff of TRANSCO CLSG by ensuring that human resource management policies and procedures are developed and consistently adhered to;
•   Ensure that human resource management policies, procedures and practices adopted by the company are within the law and consistent with the provisions of the various documents which regulate the establishment and operations of the TRANSCO CLSG such as the IPA, Treaty and Business Plan among others;
•   Conduct performance evaluations for direct reports and ensure that the performance of all other staff is periodically evaluated and their knowledge and skills are consistently improved to maintain optimum levels of work efficiency throughout the company;
•   Provide exemplary leadership to maintain and improve employee relations and a spirit of excellence and teamwork within the company.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University degree in Electrical Engineering and a 2nd degree in Project Management, Business Administration or equivalent management related field of study;
•   Minimum of fifteen (15)years increasingly responsible broad experience in the power industry, preferably managing large projects or managing transmission networks in a large company in the industry with at least ten (10) years in a similar executive position;
•   Must have proven ability to manage complex engineering projects which include transmission line components, huge project finances as well as high level project staff;
•   Experience in financial, accounting and human resources management, acquired in a management position in the power industry;

Expert knowledge of at least two of the following areas :

1)  Power exchanges markets
2)  Power transmission contracts
3)  Planning and operation of power transmission networks
4)  Operating rules of an interconnected electricity market

•   Excellent knowledge and understanding of the electricity/power industry in particular must have a demonstrated experience in electrical energy issues in the ECOWAS sub-region;

•   Excellent leadership and decision making skills;
•   Proven interpersonal relationship and team building skills;
•   Must have demonstrated ability to manage a complex organization through the work of others, including knowledge of management principles, ability to delegate authority and responsibility, and skilled human resource management;
•   Must have a demonstrated ability to negotiate at an international level with private as well as public organizations;
•   Ability to analyze and interpret data to make sound cost effective judgement;
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interface with the public, the media, government agencies, regulatory institutions and other national utilities;
•   Well-developed organizational and project management skills;
•   Must be fluent in English or French with a good working knowledge of the other language.
•   Must be proactive, energetic, a self-starter and can work independently;
•   Ability to quickly adapt and perform efficiently in a multicultural environment.

Job Location

The General Manager will be based at the Head Office of TRANSCO CLSG which may be temporarily located in Cotonou, Benin. The Head Office will however be eventually sited at a strategic location to facilitate work within the four CLSG countries. The General Manager will be expected to make regular field trips to the CLSG Interconnector project sites and field offices throughout the duration of his/her term.

Job Relationship

The General Manager will directly report to the Board of the SPC. She/He will be directly responsible for the performance of the PIU Director as well as other managerial staff of the company.

Timing & Working Conditions

The position is a full time one, on an initial contract of four (4) years, renewable by a decision of the Board of Directors.

Reporting Requirements

The General Manager will be required to provide the Board of Directors with periodic reports in accordance with guidelines to be provided by the Board.

Performance Indicators and Performance Evaluation

A detailed list of performance objectives that must be achieved during the General Manager’s term of office will be outlined by the Board of Directors, in consultation with the General Manager.

Location: Cotonou (Benin)

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should contact:

info@blueprintconsultgh.com

and send to:

Blueprint Consult Company Limited
18 MantseTackie Street,
Tema, Ghana
P.O. Box ARN 15431
Accra – North

Closing Date: 02 December, 2013

Job Vacancy For Assistant Project Officer (APO) At Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) – Tamale

Posted on: November 15th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is an NGO and a Member of the international Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), working in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

PPAG under the IPPF is implementing an Adolescent, Service and Knowledge (ASK) programme in Ghana located in Tamale, Bolgatanga and Sunyani. The ASK programme is funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Youth Empowerment Alliance. PPAG works with a Child and Vulnerable Adults Rights Protection Policy that applies to all staff in the Association.

REPORT TO: ZONAL MANAGER

JOB PURPOSE:
To assist in coordinating and implementing ASK project with emphasis on quality Reproductive Health for the youth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•   To monitor, supervise, implement and coordinate activities of ASK project in the Northern Zone.
•   Compile quality reports
•   Assist in ensuring timely submission of quality reports
•   Assist the Zonal Coordinator in monitoring and supervision of projects in the zone
•   Conduct periodic verification of data at the zonal level
•   Generate trends of project achievement and circulate for decision making
•   Ensure proper documentation of information
•   Assist the Zone in the development of innovative programmes and proposal for funding

Qualification Required & Experience

THE PERSON MUST:

•   Have a first degree in Social Sciences, Psychology, sciences or related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years post qualification experience in related field.
•   Strong analytical and quantitative skills
•   High sense of responsibility
•   A strong knowledge in current SRH and population issues
•   Strong interpersonal .communication and leadership skills
•   Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
•   Good computer literacy skills

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons with requisite qualification(s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including two referees and cell phone numbers to:

The Search Committee
PPAG
P. O. Box AN 5756
Accra-North

Or drop in at:

PPAG Head Office,
Lartebiokorshie, Accra

Closing Date: 22 November, 2013

Only short listed applicants will be contacted for an interview

Job Vacancy For Monitoring and Evaluation Officer At Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG)

Posted on: November 15th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is an NGO and a Member of the international Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), working in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR).

PPAG under the IPPF is implementing an Adolescent, Service and Knowledge (ASK) programme in Ghana located in Tamale, Bolgatanga and Sunyani. The ASK programme is funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Youth Empowerment Alliance. PPAG works with a Child and Vulnerable Adults Rights Protection Policy that applies to all staff in the Association.

REPORT TO: M&E MANAGER

JOB PURPOSE:
To assist in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the ASK project in the Association.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•   Assist in ensuring adherence to and compliance of the IPPF standards
•   Supervises coding and editing of field data
•   Assist in coordinating, monitoring and evaluation activities of specific donor projects in the Association
•   Design appropriate instrument for data collection
•   Assist in developing data analysis plan for all studies undertaken
•   Assist in monitoring activities at the project sites
•   Assist in report writing and dissemination of research activities and findings

Qualification Required & Experience

THE PERSON MUST:

•   Have a first degree in Social Sciences or Demography or Statistics or Computer Science or its equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years relevant working experience.
•   Have good knowledge in the application of statistical packages eg. SPSS to data processing
•   Have Interest in the field-based research programme
•   Very good interpersonal and communication skills/verbal and written)
•   Must be a team player, be able to take initiatives and have the ability to work for long hours with little or no supervision.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons with requisite qualification(s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including two referees and cell phone numbers to:

The Search Committee
PPAG
P. O. Box AN 5756
Accra-North

Or drop in at:

PPAG Head Office,
Lartebiokorshie, Accra

Closing Date: 22 November, 2013

Only short listed applicants will be contacted for an interview

Job Vacancy For Project Management Specialist – Sub Office Coordinator At USAID Ghana (Tamale)

Posted on: November 13th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{USAID Ghana,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Ghanaian for the position of PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST – SUB OFFICE COORDINATOR (SOC) for USAID/Ghana’s Tamale Sub-Office. The position includes senior-level responsibilities for representing USAID in the Northern Region, office management, and coordination of Tamale Sub-Office activities. The position also entails significant responsibilities for managing USAID’s Democracy, Rights and Governance portfolio in northern Ghana as well as for providing guidance, advice, design and support with respect to program implementation in the Tamale Sub Office.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

The position is located in the satellite office of USAID/Ghana in Tamale, Northern Region. The Project Management Specialist – Sub-Office Coordinator (SOC) is part of a multidisciplinary team on which the members in charge of various programs must support one-another and play interchangeable roles when necessary. S/He must have a working knowledge of the entire Tamale Field Office program portfolio, and keep abreast of key issues that arise in all programs. The Project Management Specialist (SOC) should be familiar with project/program documentation (task orders, cooperative agreements and grants documents, evaluations, and field trip reports); key reporting documents such as the Operational Plan (OP), Mission Strategy Resource Plan (MSRP), and the Performance Plan and Report (PPR); outstanding implementation issues as well as work plans and M/E plans for the activities. S/He maintains working relations with all the implementing partners, liaises with the key Embassy officials on Mission reporting as required, and ensures normal functioning of the field office programs in the absence of the designated managers. As necessary, the SOC meets with senior GOG officials, including Regional Coordinating Directors and ministry representatives, to discuss on-going programs and potential collaboration in the future.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The SOC reports to the Deputy Mission Director (DMD) or his designee. As a senior Foreign Service National (FSN), the SOC plays a decisive role in the successful operations and administration of the TFO and through providing guidance, advice, design and support with respect to program implementation. This position is a senior-level FSN with representational, office management, and technical DG responsibilities, to be permanently stationed in Tamale, with regular travel throughout the Northern Region and to Accra. The SOC will often be the most senior USAID representative in Ghana’s only USAID satellite office. Specific duties include but are not limited to the following:

Representational Duties (10%)

•   In coordination with technical team representatives, liaise with senior Government of Ghana local authorities (DAs, RCC, Line Ministries) on the implementation of USAID programming targeted to the Northern Region and coordinating site visits for USAID and visiting teams.

Office Management (50%)

•   Provide administrative supervision of locally-employed staff assigned to the USAID Ghana Northern Office including, but not limited to 4 Sector Advisors, 1 Administrative Assistants and 3 Drivers. Many of these staff will be provided technical supervision by their sector lead offices at USAID Accra. Also involves coordination with USAID Ghana’s Executive Office and Regional Security Office for oversight on general facilities and vehicle issues including security and maintenance.
2

DG Technical Coverage (40%)

•   Liaise with Government of Ghana Regional and District counterparts, conduct program oversight (particular given the direct funding nature of some planned activities) and manage monitoring & evaluation activities for DG’s planned Northern Local Governance Program.
•   Serve as Activity Manager for Governing Justly & Democratically Objective (Northern Local Governance Program) as designated by the Regional Contract Office in Accra. Total value of projects amounts to $20m per annum. This includes supporting the development, implementation and management of activities, and provided required approvals as per the assistance instrument, such as annual work plans and terms of reference for implementing agency special studies and evaluations, organizes periodic evaluations as needed or as directed by the GJD Office Director.
•   Ensure day to day communication and interaction with the appropriate implementing partners. Provides technical guidance to implementing partners, ensures that implementing partners complete the technical requirements of their contract/grant in accordance with terms, conditions and specifications of the applicable assistance instruments. Conducts site visits and meets regularly with implementing partners, including possibly Chiefs of Party, to assess progress of activities. Organizes and coordinates consultants and USAID staff field visits. Identifies implementation problems, issues and constraints, and recommends remedial actions and other ways to improve performance.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education: The multidisciplinary nature of the position requires a Master’s degree in Social Sciences or Literature.
•   Prior Work Experience: Requires a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible professional-level experience including 6 years in development assistance is required. At least 3 years should be in the agriculture, health or education sectors.
•   Language Proficiency: Level IV, fluent written and oral proficiency in Level IV English is required.
•   Job Knowledge: Position requires in-depth knowledge and understanding of procedures, regulations, and policies typical to a large government agency such as USAID; detailed and broad knowledge of development and political issues in Ghana, especially as they pertain to democracy & governance, agriculture, health or education programming; strong knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices; Must be able to obtain, analyze, and evaluate complex material; prepare accurate, factual and analytical reports; and provide objective advice. A good understanding of US foreign assistance mechanisms and instruments Copied at: ghanacurrentjobs.com
•   Skills and Abilities: Ability to operate in an environment of complex information is required to perform full range of duties. Complexity entails considerable scope in how to perform duties, which can be detailed and cumbersome and involve overlapping tasks and shifting priorities. Ample problem solving capacity as well as ability for considerable analysis and judgment to find a solution is required. Ability to work with minimum supervision to produce timely results is 3 required. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and interact effectively with senior level officials
•   Special Skills: Skills and ability for active planning are required to meet programming goals on both the short-term and long term basis. Substantial innovation is required in performance of duties. Specifically, the SOC shall possess high level specialized technical ability as related to sustainable development methodologies to plan for, implement, and evaluate impact for the different programs and sectors that USAID is supporting in Ghana.

Salary Range: GH¢ 41,978.00 – GH¢62,966.00 p.a. (depending on qualification and experience)

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested individuals should submit cover letter and curriculum vitae with references to:

Human Resources Office
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

by Email to:-

AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 02 December, 2013

Please note the following:

NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Job Vacancy For Project Officer (YUWLCL) At ActionAid Ghana (Accra and Tamale)

Posted on: November 13th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{ActionAid Ghana,Accra and Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.

ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ two (2) experienced and self- motivated individuals to fill the positions of Project Officers for the Young Urban Women’s Life Choices and Livelihoods (YUWLCL) Project.

Location:

•   Ga West Municipal Assembly  (1)
•   Tamale Metropolitan Assembly (1)

Role Purpose:

The purpose of the role is to provide capacity building initiatives to young women in the Greater Accra and Northern regions project communities to build their awareness and consciousness on their life choices and livelihoods in order to effectively engage and influence policies which affect them at both local and national levels.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Organizes training programmes using popular and creative methodologies to build young women’s awareness and consciousness on their life choices and livelihoods.
•   Works with young women to identify strategies or solutions for immediate redress of their problems.
•   Undertakes research to map out and appraise policies, laws and programmes and the extent to which they meet the needs and interests of young women at both local and national levels. Copied at: ghanacurrentjobs.com
•   Plans and implements advocacy and influencing actions aimed at decision –makers on issues of young women.
•   Mobilizes young women into youth networks and movements at national and international levels.
•   Identifies and mobilizes allies to support advocacy efforts locally and nationally.
•   Conducts regular visits to the project target group and their communities and documents changes identified.
•   Submits periodic progress reports on the project interventions

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or relevant field with 2 years’ experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

•   Knowledge of sexual rights and reproductive health issues.
•   Knowledge of child protection and employment issues.
•   Knowledge of basic understanding of unpaid care work.
•   Ability to work and communicate with young people.
•   Ability to undertake facilitation and advocacy interventions.
•   Skillful in the use of social media tools.
•   Ability to initiate ideas that add value to the overall project results.
•   Ability to propose new and original ideas, approaches and solutions to problems.
•   Ability to pursue an agenda to its logical conclusion.
•   Ability to write concise reports.

Job Circumstances:

This is a two (2) year employment contract on national terms and conditions. The role involves frequent visits to project communities within the Greater Accra/ Northern regions.

Monthly Base Salary : GHS 1,024 (Band 3: Step 1)

Location: Accra Ga West Municipal Assembly and Tamale Metropolitan Assembly

How To Apply For The Job

Application Forms MUST be downloaded and submitted as below.

Click Here For Application Form

Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.

Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:-

jobs.ghana@actionaid.org

or forwarded to:

The Human Resource Manager
P. O. Box AN 19083,
Accra-North.

Tel: + 233 244 316 392 / +233 28 910 9560

Closing Date: 20 November, 2013

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted and invited for assessment by Monday, 30th November, 2013.

“ActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer.  Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.”

Job Vacancy For Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist At BUSAC Fund

Posted on: November 12th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{BUSAC Fund,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

BUSAC Fund is a project funded by DANIDA, DFID, and USAID. It provides grants to associations and groups in the private sector to undertake advocacy actions: Advocacy actions that are expected to help remove bottlenecks and barriers to during business in Ghana.

DESCRIPTION

The team member will be responsible for Implementing the monitoring and evaluation plan of the BUSAC Fund

RESPONSIBILITIES

The M&E Specialist will be responsible for the monitoring and evaluation activities of the Fund. Specifically, the M&E Specialist will undertake the following:

•   Supervise and coordinate the work of a team of consultants in gathering data, conducting due diligence and monitoring and evaluating projects according to me M&E plan;
•   Upload data into an SQL-based Monitoring Information System and query the database on request thus requiring a basic knowledge of MS SQL software;
•   Periodically conduct quality assurance exercises such as, field verification visits, spot checks, etc. to ensure optimum levels of data quality are maintained;
•   Analyse and Interpret data collected at the various levels of the project cycle to feed Into the project’s reporting requirements;
•   Track and periodically update the project’s log frame indicators as well as specific Indicators as requested by the donors;
•   Use project information to develop maps for publishing using Google Fusion Tables technology; &
•   Participate in and represent the BUSAC Fund at Development Partners M&E meetings and be capable of making presentations using MS power-point software

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A University graduate in an analytical field or related to development and / experience in the field of research.

PERSONAL PROFILE
IP applicant must.

•   A minimum 3 years of proven experience in M&E and should not be more than 35 years old
•   Knowledge and experience of designing and implementing M&E systems
•   Knowledge and experience in the logical framework approach and other strategic planning approaches;
•   Strong computer, data processing and statistical skills with knowledge and experience in MS SQL, Microsoft
•   Office Suites and Google Fusion or GIS software;
•   Good appreciation of financial accounting systems;
•   Demonstrate Initiative, enthusiasm, ability to multi-task and plan own workload;
•   Good communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills;
•   Good report writing and presentation skills, and
•   Ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure, must be trustworthy and honest.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicant should send the application clearly marked with the position with the following relevant supporting documents: Cover letter, most recent Curriculum Vitae, three referees with their contact information and salary history for the past 3 years to:-

contact@busac.org / ltettey@busac.org

or have it delivered to the:

Fund Manager
Don Levy House #225,(GSMF),
4th Dzorwulu Crescent,
Airport West-Accra.

Closing Date: 15 November, 2013

•   Note: Those who do not comply with the necessary requirements will be rejected.
•   Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job Vacancy For Program Support Manager (PSM) – Operations At Plan Ghana

Posted on: November 12th, 2013 by Ghana Jobs

{Plan Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Plan Ghana, an international child-centered community development organization, is (poking for a dynamic and results-oriented person to fill the position of PROGRAM SUPPORT MANAGER (PSM) – OPERATIONS. The position is looted at the Ghana Country Office. Accra and reports to the Country Director

JOB PURPOSE:

The PSM – Operations oversees the management and supervision of all grant-funded project operations within the framework of the Country Strategic Plan (CSP) The position holder also supervises the implementation arid monitoring of programs in line with program strategy and outlines, and develops capabilities in program implementation and evaluation among Plan staff and program implementing partners.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES -KEY END RESULTS OF POSITION:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, BEHAVIOURS,  AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE ROLE’S  OBJECTIVES: GAINED THROUGH EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

•   University degree (Masters) with background in Development Studies, Management, Social Sciences or related area
•   Understanding of integrated development issues and critical analysis of child poverty
•   Understanding of country’s development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities, and implications to community development
•   Demonstrated experience as ,s development professional in planning, monitoring, evaluating programs and managing pool of technical support
•   Networking experience with development organizations in the country and at the international level
•   Understands the role of Plan and context in which Plan works
•   Demonstrated excellence in the delivery of health, education, water and sanitation, grants support management and community development
•   Proven experience m a similar management level position in a reputable international organization
•   At least 5 years experience in related managerial position with solid supervisory support skills
•   Speaks, reads and writes English fluently.

SPECIFIC SKILLS NEEDED FOR THE POSITION

•   Process management, facilitation, negotiation, people management, information management
•   Strong leadership skills
•   Excellent report writing and Presentation skills.
•   Excellent human relations and ability to work with minimum supervision
•   Excellent knowledge of monitoring, research and evaluation using quantitative and qualitative principle’.
•   Good knowledge of data management software (SPSS, Fpi Info, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
•   Good training delivery skills

DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIORS NEEDED BY THE POSTHOLDER TO SUCCESSFULLY PERFORM THE ROLE:

•   Seen as a source of development expertise, and proactive in sharing knowledge and advice
•   Coaches and actively develops others
•   Understands Plan’s work, and implement processes and practices that support achievement of organisationsaI objectives
•   Ability   to   involve   and   listen   to    others   to   ensure   good understanding and implementation of programs activities
•   Able to make effort for adaptability
•   Adopts a team style which adds vali.ie to work and reinforces good working practices
•   Cultivates an environment where people are confident to take initiative, be innovative and learn new ways of working
•   Understands  Plan’s work, and implements processes and practices that support achievement of organisational objectives
•   Communicates in a style that inspires  confidence and professionalism when communicating with the whole range of colleagues, partners, Children and communities
•   Exhibits active listening and effective feedback
•   Ability to clearly and convincingly express thoughts and ideas in written and verbal form.

LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOURS

•   Ability to maintain strategic vision and link with everyday work
•   Promoting high performance
•   Open to feedback and willing to try new approaches and processes
•   Demonstrates  team  spirit and  promotes team  work and cooperation
•   Proactively organizes and manages performance
•   Accountability and responsibility for own decisions
•   Demonstrate high degree of professionalism and integrity
•   Confident      in      taking      initiative      and      exploring      new opportunities
•   Assertive and shows cultural sensitiveness
•   Leads by example
•   This   position   requires   about   40%   travel   within   Plan   Ghana’s program units and outside the country

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents in addition to a cover letter:-

•   Detailed Curriculum Vitae stating current and latest posts (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities
•   Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification
•   Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related)
•   Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses
•   Salary expectation and other benefits

Applications should reach:

The Country Human Resource Manager,
Plan Ghana,
Private Mail Bag, Osu Main Post office, Accra,

Or to

Plan Ghana Country Office,
No. 10 Yiyiwa Street, Abelemkpe, Accra

Closing Date: 22 November, 2013

•   Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.
•   Female candidates are encouraged to apply

Plan is an equal opportunities employer, committed to the protection of children and gender equity and our recruitment procedure reflects this. Selected applicants will be expected to comply with the child protection policy of the organization.