{Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-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.

Evaluation Coordinator (EC) Disseminating Innovative Resources and Technologies to Smallholders (DIRTS)

IPA Ghana seeks an Evaluation Coordinator who will coordinate evaluation of interventions under the Disseminating Innovative Resources and Technologies to Smallholders (DIRTS) study including: marketing agricultural input technology packages and providing community-based mobile extension services. Lead Principal Investigators on the DIRTS study are Dean Karlan and Christopher Udry of Yale University.

The study’s interventions are implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, the Ghana Insurers Association and several other partners. Evaluation of the project occurs via a series of electronic and paper surveys with randomly selected respondent households. This position will be based in Tamale, with required travel across the Northern Region.

Job Summary:

The Evaluation Coordinator, working closely with the implementation team and the Project Coordinator, will help design, manage, and execute three annual data collection activities: (1) annual survey of ~4000 respondent households on Blaise software (2) weekly labor surveys on Open Data Kit throughout the agricultural season and (3) paper harvest survey for insurance policyholders. The position will involve development of instruments in conjunction with the Project Coordinator and Principal Investigators, providing oversight and direction to the IPA evaluation team, managing evaluation finances, directing implementation evaluation staff and coordinate evaluation partner relationships (with Principal Investigators at local and US-based institutions). Specifically, the Evaluation Coordinator will;

•   Support the impact evaluation team creating, piloting, programming, and implementing survey instruments.
•   Design data collection instruments and protocols; recruit, hire and supervise surveyors to collect and enter data; and compile and summarize the data. Oversee and monitor data collection and survey field work, including planning, logistics, hiring, and training. For each data collection effort, ensure data quality, integrity of analysis, and adherence to budget.
•   Conduct qualitative research to inform research and survey design.
•   Run pilot survey exercises, provide feedback on field operations and survey instruments, and monitor improvements.
•   Provide quality control for collected data through data cleaning and analysis.
•   Provide close, on-site supervision of data collection, while surveys are ongoing.
•   Keep both the rest of the evaluation team and relevant members of the project implementation team routinely updated on activities, concerns, and decisions that need to be made. Provide routine updates on activities, plans, and any observations or emerging findings that may be of importance.
•   Communicate regularly with relevant team members on matters including finance and logistics.
•   Write up reports on findings from qualitative and quantitative investigations on particular matters.
•   Write reports with feedback and analysis on relevant project evaluation progress.
•   Write reports with feedback and analysis of how the survey instruments seem to be working.
•   Assist in the analysis of the survey data, and the writing of project reports
•   Review monitoring reports and help identify the causes of potential bottlenecks in project
•   Prepare budgets and track expenditures
•   Communicate observations and feedback from field visits to the Implementation Coordinator and Evaluation Team so as to ensure continuous mid-course adjustments can be made and appropriate training and support is planned and provided.
•   Make unannounced visits to Field teams to audit monitoring records and produce monitoring reports.

Qualification Required & Experience

It is required that candidates have;

•   A bachelors or Master degree in economics, development, statistics, or related field
•   Excellent management, communication and organizational skills
•   Project management experience, as well as experience supervising, designing, and implementing data collection and/or field work activities, and managing teams of field workers is preferred.
•   A strong conceptual grasp of development research, randomized control trails, and collection of field data. Experience in field data collection and surveying is a strong plus.
•   Experience designing survey questionnaires, and analyzing quantitative survey data, is preferred.
•   Knowledge of Stata (strongly preferred), SAS, or other data analysis software

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, follow this link and complete all required information

http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/1421278/IPA-Ghana-Evaluation-Coordinator

Note that a Cover Letter and CV will be required to complete the form.  Incomplete applications, or applications not completed through the web-form will not be considered.

Closing Date: 10 November, 2013

Due to the high volume of applications received by IPA, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted by email or phone.

{WSUP Ghana,Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

WSUP is a non-profit partnership between the private sector, NGOs and research institutions focused on solving the global problem of inadequate water and sanitation in low-income urban communities.

WSUP brings lasting solutions to low-income areas by working in partnership with service providers including water utilities, local authorities and businesses, and the communities they serve.

WSUP strengthens the capacity of service providers to deliver sustainable city-wide water and sanitation services, promote good hygiene and raise the environmental standards of low income communities.

WSUP achieves this through supporting the adoption and replication of effective, sustainable and scalable models and institutional capacity development for pro-poor urban water and sanitation services by service providers and/or national governments. Additionally, WSUP empowers service providers to mobilise investment finance for pro-poor service scale-up and promotes successful approaches globally. WSUP has a Country Programme office in Kumasi, with key focus on project sites in Kumasi and Accra.

•   Project Manager Kumasi
•   Programme: WSUP Ghana
•   Reporting To: Country Programme Manager (CPM)
•   Base: Kumasi
•   Contacts: Internal
1)   Programme Director (PD)
2)   Country Programme Manager
3)   Project Officer Community Development
4)   Project Officer Sanitation & Hygiene
•   Contacts: External

Job Purpose
The purpose of the Project Manager Kumasi role is to provide support to the WUSP Country Project Manager in order to ensure that all aspects of the implementation of the project supported by WSUP proceed in a coordinated, efficient and timely manner in accordance with the agreed programme and budget.

Main Responsibilities

•   Support the CPM to plan and implement the water, sanitation and hygiene activities set out in the WSUP programme and to achieve the given targets within the allocated resources and time frame.
•   Deliver the project objectives for Kumasi, managing local procurement tasks and the recruitment of sub-consultants and sub-contractors, preparing and monitoring Task Orders and Consultancy Agreements.
•   Assist the CPM in the coordination of project partners including government, civil society, private sector.
•   Facilitate the design and formation of context based management models for service delivery to low income consumers.
•   Work in partnership with local service providers in the implementation of service improvements.
•   Identify capacity needs of service providers, institutions and other management structures involved in service delivery and coordinate the delivery of capacity development to address the gaps
•   Ensure adequate post construction O & M support is in place for the institutional structures put in place to support service delivery.
•   Facilitate the development of forms of agreement between service providers and others to ensure the sustainability of the relevant management models.
•   Prepare and submit activity and financial reports to CPM on project implementation.
•   Assist with the documentation and sharing of learning and best practices with project stakeholders, liaising with the WSUP M&E Manager and Communications Officer.
•   Assist the CPM and PD with the financial management and monitoring of the Ghana programme.
•   Provide quality assurance for all design, construction and maintenance processes in accordance with the programme standards, and routinely suggest improvements to ensure high quality standards and cost effectiveness.
•   Ensure compliance of all legal, health, safety and environmental requirements of WSUP projects’ construction activities in Ghana in accordance to all internal, national and international standards.
•   Supervise WSUP Project Officers.
•   Undertake any other project-related tasks that shall be assigned by the CPM.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent qualification, in civil or construction or environmental health engineering with strong understanding of development project management is a mandatory educational and experiential requirement.
•   A minimum of 7 years of demonstrable competence and experience in integrated/community-based, water supply and sanitation improvement projects for international development organisations. Experience in low income urban WASH is an added advantage.
•   Demonstrable experience of construction contract management and contractual adherence to national and international standards.
•   Proven experience of 2 years working in a project management role, with a track record of success in achieving results.
•   Excellent computer skills, with an understanding of MS Project, Engineering and GIS software desirable.
•   Should be a team player, driven by own initiative, good communicator and have ability to work under minimum supervision
•   Some experience working in a commercially oriented water utility desirable.
•   Leadership and inter-personal skills.
•   Ability to work effectively within a small, multi-disciplinary programme team and to liaise with institutional partners, consultants, contractors, community representatives and local politicians.
•   Motivated by the mission of WSUP.
•   Good written and spoken English is essential. Ability to speak Twi would be desirable.

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated, ambitious and highly motivated professional available almost immediately. If you meet the above requirements, please send a completed application form and details of your current salary to:

wsupghana@wsup.com

Closing Date: 11 November, 2013

•   We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
•   WSUP is an equal opportunities employer

{African Development Bank,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Objectives

The overall goal of the Congo Basin Forest Fund (CBFF) is to alleviate poverty and address climate change through reducing the rate of deforestation. Its purpose is to provide grants to eligible entities for activities that: 1) slow and eventually reverse the rate of deforestation in the Congo Basin; 2) provide support mechanisms which conserve the forests; 3) maintain benefits to local communities; and 4) mobilize additional financial resources to support required actions.

Duties and responsibilities

List the major responsibilities of the position, beginning with the most important one, and explaining how each is achieved. Begin each duty statement with a verb. Miscellaneous tasks which take only a small portion of time can be grouped and listed together:

Under the overall supervision of the CBFF Coordinator and day to day supervision of the Resident Representative, the Operations Officer will act as a Task Manager and contribute to the effective delivery of the CBFF’s programme in designated countries within the Congo Basin. He/She will contribute to the strategic planning and monitoring of the CBFF programme, the establishment of a portfolio of projects that collectively contribute towards achieving the CBFF programme, grant management operations of selected projects, and in the communication and networking initiatives of the CBFF. These responsibilities will be undertaken within the context of the CBFF strategies and work plans, Operational Procedures and Bank’s policies and procedures. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

Strategic Planning and Monitoring:

•   Contribute to the development of appropriate strategies, for endorsement by the GC, that define a coherent and pro-active CBFF programme that promotes innovative and transformative approaches to reducing deforestation and degradation (e.g.REDD), mitigating climate change, and reducing poverty within forest-dependent populations, with a particular emphasis on the application of livelihoods and rural development frameworks and approaches;
•   Contribute to the establishment of a monitoring and evaluation systems and a results-based framework, drawing on rural development and livelihood tools and methods, to enable assessment of CBFF outcomes and impact against targets and corresponding indicators, and propose studies intended to establish baselines and assess change/progress;
•   Contribute to the preparation of annual reports and issue-specific reports detailing achievements, opportunities and constraints;
•   Contribute to the application of livelihood and rural development tools and methods to inform the planning and monitoring of CBFF’s programme, with due consideration to indigenous populations, vulnerable groups and gender equity.

Projects and Grants Management

•   Contribute to the building of a coherent portfolio of projects/ programmes that individually and collectively contribute to achievement the CBFF strategies and objectives, particularly with regards to livelihoods and rural development within the context of implementing REDD, sustainable forest management and poverty reduction initiatives;
•   Assist eligible institutions in the Congo Basin countries in the preparation of project proposals and advise them in utilizing CBFF resources;
•   Participate in the review of project concepts and proposals from eligible institutions and proposals identified by the Secretariat and Governing Council, using the criteria developed by the CBFF Secretariat;
•   Collaborate with the Fund Management Agent, the CBFF partners, and/or contracted agents in undertaking grant management functions of small and medium size grants implemented by NGOs/CBOs;
•   Facilitate, and where required lead, internal reviews of projects and programs proposed for funding, including close collaboration with COMIFAC national coordinators;
•   Undertake field missions to monitor projects/ programs implementation or cause such missions to be undertaken by the secretariat, partners and/or contracted agents;
•   Facilitate the preparation of Grant Agreements, in collaboration with relevant CBFF’s and Bank’s staff, for project proposals endorsed by the Governing Council.
•   Review requests from grantees regarding procurement of services, goods and works and make proposals for the Secretariat action;
•   Review disbursement applications and progress reports, in collaboration with relevant CBFF’ and Bank staff, and make proposals for the Secretariat action;
•   Contribute to grant administration activities in collaboration with the other CBFF’s and Bank’s specialists;
•   Contribute to the preparation of the annual work plan budget of the CBFF;

Communication and Networking

•   Engage regularly in dialogue and exchanges with CBFF Secretariat CPO and other staff on the appraisal, supervision and monitoring of CBFF projects;
•   Coordinate with the Bank’s relevant regional offices, the Natural Resources Management and Environment Division in OSAN, and other relevant Divisions.
•   Develop partnerships with donor institutions, NGOs, Civil society regional networks and regional partner institutions of COMIFAC;
•   Participate in relevant national and regional meeting, conferences, seminars, workshops related to the Congo Basin and forestry/ climate change related issues; and
•   Any other duties relevant to the successful functioning of the CBFF as may be required.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of Master’s degree in economics, agro-economy, rural  development or equivalent disciplines ;
•   At least five (5) years of professional working experience, of which at least 5 in management of development projects, preferably in rural development, forestry and / or environment. Additional experience in preparing programs and projects, project monitoring and supervision, and result based project management systems would be an advantage;
•   Working experience and demonstrated ability to use analysis and planning tools and approaches in rural development and livelihood improvement, in natural resources management, vulnerable local communities, and communities dependent on naturel resources are essential.
•   Knowledge of development issues relating to rural development in Central Africa or any other forestry region, in particular with development or conservation organizations would be an advantage;
•   Demonstrated capacity and ability to understand and solve complex project management problems;
•   Result-oriented, client oriented, team player, demonstrated ability to work in multicultural environment and maintain effective working relations with colleagues, good interpersonal relations;
•   Excellent self-organization skills, ability to prioritize own tasks in the work program, and timely delivery;
•   Demonstrated ability to take initiatives, to synthetize, to conceptualize complex issues and to write reporting documents;
•   High degree of tact and sensitivity in dealing with internal clients and stakeholders at all levels;
•   Computer literate and competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, SAP, and PowerPoint).
•   Excellent written and verbal communications skills in French with working knowledge in English.

This is a position for a Project staff and it is therefore, not a regular position of the African Development Bank.  The contract for this assignment is subject to different terms.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 30 October, 2013

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a United States based non-profit organization which is dedicated to creating, evaluating and replicating innovative approaches to solving real-world problems faced by the poor in developing countries. IPA specializes in using Randomized Control Trials (RCTs) to evaluate the impact of development programs.

Job Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of field agents to work on the Incentives to Save for Habit Formation project (ITS).

The ‘field agent’ shall work on the study “Incentives to Save for Habit Formation” run by IPA. In particular the field agent will;

•   Administer and monitor interviews to research participants chosen by the IPA Project Manager, and/ or Evaluation Coordinator or as directed by them;
•   Be willing to work as an agent of a mobile money service in the Aboabo market
•   Should be able to make financial calculations and also translate  any amount of Ghana Cedis into Dagbani
•   Assist participants in making cash deposits and withdrawals
•   Perform the duties detailed in the field agents checklist;
•   Adhere to all IPA survey and data protocols;
•   Perform other Duties related to the project that may be assigned to him/her.
•   Be responsible for maintaining good relations with IPA, its employees, partner organizations and project participants.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The applicant must have HND, first degree or equivalent from a reputable institution with at least one year field/data collection experience
•   Should be familiar with computer assisted interviews or keen to learn
•   Must have practical knowledge of MS word, MS excel, MS PowerPoint, Email and Internet
•   Should be fluent and proficient  in  both English and Dagbani

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified applicants who meet the requirements should complete the online application form using the link below.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 01 November, 2013

Females are particularly encouraged to apply.

{Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA) is a us-based non-profit organisation using the power of media to improve student learning outcomes, teacher effectiveness and community engagement in schools in the developing world. See www.thepoweroftv.org for more information. In many countries, girls continue to face barriers to accessing a quality basic education. This is the focus of Discovery Girls. with DFID and Discovery Communications support, the project will reach hundreds of schools and communities across Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria over the next 2-3 years. DLA is inviting applications for the two senior-most positions of the project team, to be based in Tamale – the overall Project Manager and the Training & Outreach Manager. In the near future, we will be advertising for additional positions responsible for teacher training and community outreach.

All candidates must be Ghanaian nationals and have familiarity with national education initiatives and priorities, especially as regards girls’ education. For teacher trainers, a solid understanding of Ghana’s basic education and teacher training curricula is expected.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree or diploma in social work, education, international development, gender or development (equivalent additional training and experience will be considered);
•   Minimum 5 years’ experience with community-based facilitation, including addressing local norms related to girls’ education and/or gender and development.
•   Community outreach experience in Northern Region.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent to ghanarecruitment2013@gmail.com with the Job Title in the subject line

Closing Date: 31 October, 2013

Please include a covering letter describing your interest and qualifications, along with a current CV.

•   Only qualified shortlisted candidates will be contacted
•   These positions are based in Tamale, please note, relocation will not be offered

{Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA) is a us-based non-profit organisation using the power of media to improve student learning outcomes, teacher effectiveness and community engagement in schools in the developing world. See www.thepoweroftv.org for more information. In many countries, girls continue to face barriers to accessing a quality basic education. This is the focus of Discovery Girls. with DFID and Discovery Communications support, the project will reach hundreds of schools and communities across Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria over the next 2-3 years. DLA is inviting applications for the two senior-most positions of the project team, to be based in Tamale – the overall Project Manager and the Training & Outreach Manager. In the near future, we will be advertising for additional positions responsible for teacher training and community outreach.

All candidates must be Ghanaian nationals and have familiarity with national education initiatives and priorities, especially as regards girls’ education. For teacher trainers, a solid understanding of Ghana’s basic education and teacher training curricula is expected.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in social work, gender and development, education, international development.
•   Minimum 6-8 years’ experience coordinating girls’ education and/or gender and development initiatives.
•   Specific experience with promoting gender equity and/or girls’ education in relevant contexts via community engagement, girls’ clubs, and/or mass media.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent to ghanarecruitment2013@gmail.com with the Job Title in the subject line

Closing Date: 31 October, 2013

Please include a covering letter describing your interest and qualifications, along with a current CV.

•   Only qualified shortlisted candidates will be contacted
•   These positions are based in Tamale, please note, relocation will not be offered

{Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA) is a us-based non-profit organisation using the power of media to improve student learning outcomes, teacher effectiveness and community engagement in schools in the developing world. See www.thepoweroftv.org for more information. In many countries, girls continue to face barriers to accessing a quality basic education. This is the focus of Discovery Girls. with DFID and Discovery Communications support, the project will reach hundreds of schools and communities across Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria over the next 2-3 years. DLA is inviting applications for the two senior-most positions of the project team, to be based in Tamale – the overall Project Manager and the Training & Outreach Manager. In the near future, we will be advertising for additional positions responsible for teacher training and community outreach.

All candidates must be Ghanaian nationals and have familiarity with national education initiatives and priorities, especially as regards girls’ education. For teacher trainers, a solid understanding of Ghana’s basic education and teacher training curricula is expected.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
•   Minimum 10 years relevant experience, progressively taking on more significant management and technical leadership responsibilities in the context of an international development programme.
•   In-depth teaching, teacher training and community outreach experience.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent to ghanarecruitment2013@gmail.com with the Job Title in the subject line

Closing Date: 31 October, 2013

Please include a covering letter describing your interest and qualifications, along with a current CV.

•   Only qualified shortlisted candidates will be contacted
•   These positions are based in Tamale, please note, relocation will not be offered

{Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA),Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

Discovery Learning Alliance (DLA) is a us-based non-profit organization using the power of media to improve student learning outcomes, teacher effectiveness and community engagement in schools in the developing world. See www.thepoweroftv.org for more information. In many countries, girls continue to face barriers to accessing a quality basic education. This is the focus of Discovery Girls. with DFID and Discovery Communications support, the project will reach hundreds of schools and communities across Ghana, Kenya and Nigeria over the next 2-3 years. DLA is inviting applications for the two senior-most positions of the project team, to be based in Tamale – the overall Project Manager and the Training & Outreach Manager. In the near future, we will be advertising for additional positions responsible for teacher training and community outreach.

All candidates must be Ghanaian nationals and have familiarity with national education initiatives and priorities, especially as regards girls’ education. For teacher trainers, a solid understanding of Ghana’s basic education and teacher training curricula is expected.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in a relevant field.
•   Minimum 12-15 years relevant experience, progressively moving up in terms of partner relations and project and people management responsibilities.
•   Demonstrated track record of leading teams to deliver on programmatic and financial commitments.
•   Experience working with major donor agencies.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent to ghanarecruitment2013@gmail.com with the Job Title in the subject line

Closing Date: 31 October, 2013

Please include a covering letter describing your interest and qualifications, along with a current CV.

•   Only qualified shortlisted candidates will be contacted
•   These positions are based in Tamale, please note, relocation will not be offered

{Yees Africa,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

The Successful Candidate will be entirely responsible for Administering the NGO, including all Media strategies, Fundraising Initiatives of the Organization. Developing proposals for Sponsorship Syndication, Coordinating Donor Relationship Professionally. Generating new ways for raising funds. Organizing public events. Writing Reports, Monitoring and Evaluating Fundraising Activities of the Organization.

YEES AFRICA is a Charity organisation, established to enable train and equip Africa Youth and the Disabled to sustainable and rewarding employment / business ownership.

Our overarching mission is  to Eradicate poverty by providing, coordinating and supporting youth employment / entrepreneurial opportunities.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicants must have professional training in PR, Journalism, Communication, Advertising, Event Management, or equivalent.
•   You must possess excellent Communication Skills; written and Orally.
•   Must have command over the English Language.
•   A second language in French, Spanish, German Chinese will be an big plus, but not a must.
•   You must be people’s person at all times.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send email to:

info@YeesAfrica.com

Closing Date: 20 November, 2013