{CARE International,Lawra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

CARE Ghana believes that businesses have an important role to play in the fight against poverty, by creating economic opportunities, employment and coming up with innovations and acting responsibly in its operations and interactions. Through working in partnership with corporate organizations, CARE Ghana believes that economic growth with sustained social benefit can be achieved.

CARE Ghana is currently working on several promising corporate partnerships and social enterprise approaches, especially corporate partnerships that support smallholder farmers in agriculture value chains and social enterprise models that efficiently distribute quality products and services to poor communities. In order to accelerate this work, CARE Ghana is seeking a professional who will:

•   Develop CARE Ghanas private sector engagement strategy;
•   Support and grow corporate partnerships
•   Lead the development of promising social enterprise opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

•   Develop a Private Sector Engagement strategy aligned with CARE Ghanas Strategic Programming Framework
•   Be the point of contact for corporate engagements, especially new opportunities in agriculture (other than cocoa), financial services, consumer products, health.
•   Identify and profile potential private sector partners that would be willing to partner with CARE Ghana in fulfillment of its mission.
•   Explore opportunities with Ghanaian companies.
•   Standardize CARE Ghanas work on rural sales approaches: develop a rural sales framework and a business model
•   Manage the relationship with existing partners and negotiate new engagements; follow-up on the implementation of the different projects
•   Identify and explore one additional social enterprise opportunity emerging from CARE Ghanas programs, possibly a network of agro-dealers.
•   Build the capacity of CARE Ghana Country office personnel in private sector engagement approaches through organizing trainings for selected country staff.
•   Provide ongoing mentoring and support to selected staff members on private sector engagement processes.
•   Document best practices and learning from successful partnerships for wider dissemination in CARE Ghana.
•   Identify private sector engagement spaces (for discussion of best practices in Private sector engagement (Linked in, SEEP network, MAFI) and introduce selected staff members to these initiatives to enhance learning.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A masters degree in Business Administration or related field
•   A minimum of five (5) years solid background or professional experience in management of corporate-NGO partnerships, livelihood programs or business management
•   Prior experience in setting up private sector partnerships in Ghana or elsewhere.
•   Genuine interest in social business Base of the Pyramid approaches
•   Existing experience in business planning and enterprise development
•   High potential in leadership, self starter, result oriented, ability to work with a variety of partners
•   Understanding on gender and diversity
•   Excellent communicator and negotiator
•   Autonomy and team spirit.

Location: Lawra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

Closing Date: 28 October, 2013

•   PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
•   Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

{CARE International,Lawra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Community Mobilization Officer for West African Water, Sanitation Hygiene Program (WA-WASH). The primary goal of the West African Water, Sanitation Hygiene Program (WA-WASH) is to increase sustainable access to safe water and sanitation, and improve hygiene in West Africa by building on and expanding past West African Water Initiative (WAWI) efforts in the region.

JOB SUMMARY

The Community Mobilization Officer (CMO) is responsible for facilitating the implementation of CARE’s component of the WA-WASH program in the project districts. He/She will promote good working relationship with relevant partner organisations and stakeholders at the district and regional levels under the supervision of the Project Manager. This position is based in the Lawra District.

Key Responsibilities

•   Facilitate Community and district level institutions analysis of capacity needs and roles and responsibilities in relation to WASH, food security and gender.
•   Facilitate capacity building of communities in community water and sanitation management and Multiple Water Use Systems
•   Facilitate and strengthen linkages among community level stakeholders and District level institutions to support sustainable management of Multiple Use Water Systems.
•   Facilitate the establishment and strengthening of local networks levels for engagement in policy dialogue on WASH
•   Lead training for Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) facilitators
•   Facilitate the establishment of sanitation markets at the district level in collaboration with other players
•   Lead School Health and Education Program(SHEP) in selected basic schools
•   Support community and district level institutions to adopt gender friendly tools and approaches in the conduct of their WASH responsibilities
•   Facilitate capacity building of communities in the areas of gender in WASH and local advocacy,
•   With support from the VSLA advisor, facilitate the formation and nurturing of VSLA groups in communities
•   Facilitate the linkage of savings from VSLA groups to the financing of WASH in communities
•   Support the documentation of project processes and achievements in user friendly forms for dissemination to project stakeholders

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of a university degree, in rural development, development studies or community development, social sciences or related field.
•   At least three (3) years of relevant working experience in community facilitation and capacity building.
•   Strong practical experience and knowledge of WASH
•   Familiar with the Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) and School Health and Education Program (SHEP) concept
•   Knowledge and experience in food security, sustainable livelihoods and VSLA approaches will be an advantage
•   Strong practical experience in participatory analysis and planning
•   Good knowledge of the water and sanitation sector in Ghana
•   Understanding of socio-economic issues, rights-based development and natural resource management issues
•   Ability and willingness to ride a motor bike with valid drivers licence
•   Well developed written and oral communication skills in English, Wale/Dagaare:
•   Writing, presentation and reporting skills
•   Willingness to stay and work in the district

Location: Lawra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

Closing Date: 28 October, 2013

•   PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.
•   Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

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

Heifer International is a global nonprofit organization whose mission is to ending hunger and poverty using sustainable practices in integrated agriculture since 1944.

Job Summary

Function:

The Resource Mobilization Officer (RMO) will develop both the technical and cost components of project proposals. He/she will establish and maintain strategic networking with the development community (host government agencies, funders, United Nations (UN) agencies, non-profit/non-governmental organizations, etc.) at country, regional and international levels. This position will train and build staff capacity in proposal development, using Heifer’s Theory of Change framework and others, such as Sustainable Livelihoods, Logical Framework, etc., and proposal development processes, such as the Shipley proposal development process.  This position will work in collaboration with the Institutional Business Development team to strategically position Heifer to win significant funding awards.

Responsibilities and functions include, but not limited to:

•   Cultivate and maintain a network of bilateral, multilateral and UN agencies, corporate, private and other funder contacts within Heifer countries and regions, in collaboration with country office staff, in order to identify potential sources of funding and partnerships for Heifer.
•   Coordinate development of institutional funding strategy with country and regional teams.
•   Lead Program staff and other staff in developing large-scale project proposals, as well as negotiating with funders and other partners, to secure funding.
•   Identify new sources of funding through networking and funder intelligence and ensure that Heifer is well positioned to compete for major opportunities from multiple sources of funding.
•   Stay current on funder country and regional strategic plans and focus, as well as funder requirements for proposal development, submission timeline, and outline for technical and cost proposals and funding prerequisites
•   Write technical and cost proposals, as lead or as part of a technical team, for submission to a variety of funders including, but not limited to, institutional and governmental sources.
•   Stay current on issues of socioeconomic development, poverty eradication, resource mobilization, and community development programs and policies, as they relate to the countries where Heifer operates in West Africa and beyond.
•   Train project staff in the use of proposal development tools in order to build in-house capacity in various aspects of proposal development.
•   Prepare Terms of Reference & Scope of Work for consultants, and coordinate their work in proposal development-related assignments.
•   Maintain a directory of potential funders, and familiarize the funders with Heifer’s work, both in-country, regionally and internationally, in collaboration with the Country Director.
•   Conduct opportunity scanning to position Heifer for new partnerships and sources of funding.
•   Participate in project design missions to the country office.
•   May perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree plus seven (7) years of related experience.
•   A minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.

Preferred Requirements:

•   Master of Science degree plus five (5) years of related experience.
•   Demonstrated experience in winning large-scale (over $5 million) project proposals.
•   Demonstrated experience in winning USAID, European Commission and corporate/foundation proposals, with emphasis on community development.

Most Critical Proficiencies:

•   Proficient in English, both spoken and written.  French language skills desirable.
•   Knowledge of the non-profit sector with awareness of the context in which non-profit organizations operate.
•   Excellent analytical and writing skills.
•   Familiarity with procedures and expectations of major donors, including USAID, European Union, Department for International Development, UN agencies like the World Bank, International Fund for Agricultural Development, UN Development Programme, and others.
•   Familiarity with and experience in responding to requests for applications/proposals (RFA/RFP), call for proposals, indefinite quantity contracts and task orders.
•   Demonstrated experience and skills in negotiation.
•   Computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, electronic mail and Internet (Microsoft preferred).
•   Excellent leadership qualities and communication skills.
•   Knowledge of and experience working in agricultural and rural development sector with a broad spectrum of bilateral and multilateral funders.

Essential Job Functions and Physical Demands:

•   Ability to establish priorities in a time sensitive environment and meet deadlines.
•   Ability and willingness to work in different global time zones.
•   Committed to learn Heifer’s values-based holistic community development model, Theory of Change, Cornerstones, and other Heifer established systems.
•   Demonstrate a high degree of honesty and integrity.
•   Ability to cooperate effectively and harmoniously with all stakeholders including different departments/leadership within Heifer, project partners and other organizations.
•   Constant face-to-face, telephone, Skype, email and other electronic communication with internal and external colleagues.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively, tactfully and diplomatically with a culturally diverse group of people.
•   Preparing and presenting documents and reports in a well-designed and attractive format with superior attention to detail.
•   Willingness to work with flexible schedule and outside of normal business hours.
•   Ability and willingness to travel extensively, both domestically and internationally.
•   Working with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send your resume/CV and cover letter to:-

jobs@heifer.org

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

{Abt Associates,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

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

Abt Associates (www.obtassociates.com) is recruiting for several technical and administrative staff to be part of the USAID-funded West Africa Trade Hub project in Accra

The Trade Hub, building on USAID/West Africa’s previous trade projects, will work through a network of West African partners to expand trade, employment, and investment in targeted food staples and value-added products.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have at least five years experience working with a USAID project or similar, fast-paced, results-oriented organisation.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send a CV, cover letter and references to:-

iegjobs@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

Please including “Trade Hub” and the position in the subject line.

{Abt Associates,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

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

Abt Associates (www.obtassociates.com) is recruiting for several technical and administrative staff to be part of the USAID-funded West Africa Trade Hub project in Accra

The Trade Hub, building on USAID/West Africa’s previous trade projects, will work through a network of West African partners to expand trade, employment, and investment in targeted food staples and value-added products.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have at least five years experience working with a USAID project or similar, fast-paced, results-oriented organisation.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send a CV, cover letter and references to:-

iegjobs@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

Please including “Trade Hub” and the position in the subject line.

{Abt Associates,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

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

Abt Associates (www.obtassociates.com) is recruiting for several technical and administrative staff to be part of the USAID-funded West Africa Trade Hub project in Accra

The Trade Hub, building on USAID/West Africa’s previous trade projects, will work through a network of West African partners to expand trade, employment, and investment in targeted food staples and value-added products.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   All technical staff must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred),
•   Seven years’ experience in their technical specialty, proficiency in French, and an outstanding record of professional achievements.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send a CV, cover letter and references to:-

iegjobs@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

Please including “Trade Hub” and the position in the subject line.

{Abt Associates,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

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

Abt Associates (www.obtassociates.com) is recruiting for several technical and administrative staff to be part of the USAID-funded West Africa Trade Hub project in Accra

The Trade Hub, building on USAID/West Africa’s previous trade projects, will work through a network of West African partners to expand trade, employment, and investment in targeted food staples and value-added products.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   All technical staff must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred),
•   Seven years’ experience in their technical specialty, proficiency in French, and an outstanding record of professional achievements.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send a CV, cover letter and references to:-

iegjobs@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

Please including “Trade Hub” and the position in the subject line.

{Abt Associates,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

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

Abt Associates (www.obtassociates.com) is recruiting for several technical and administrative staff to be part of the USAID-funded West Africa Trade Hub project in Accra

The Trade Hub, building on USAID/West Africa’s previous trade projects, will work through a network of West African partners to expand trade, employment, and investment in targeted food staples and value-added products.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   All technical staff must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred),
•   Seven years’ experience in their technical specialty, proficiency in French, and an outstanding record of professional achievements.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send a CV, cover letter and references to:-

iegjobs@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

Please including “Trade Hub” and the position in the subject line.

{Abt Associates,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

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

Abt Associates (www.obtassociates.com) is recruiting for several technical and administrative staff to be part of the USAID-funded West Africa Trade Hub project in Accra

The Trade Hub, building on USAID/West Africa’s previous trade projects, will work through a network of West African partners to expand trade, employment, and investment in targeted food staples and value-added products.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   All technical staff must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred),
•   Seven years’ experience in their technical specialty, proficiency in French, and an outstanding record of professional achievements.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send a CV, cover letter and references to:-

iegjobs@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

Please including “Trade Hub” and the position in the subject line.

{Abt Associates,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Nov-2013};

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

Abt Associates (www.obtassociates.com) is recruiting for several technical and administrative staff to be part of the USAID-funded West Africa Trade Hub project in Accra

The Trade Hub, building on USAID/West Africa’s previous trade projects, will work through a network of West African partners to expand trade, employment, and investment in targeted food staples and value-added products.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   All technical staff must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred),
•   Seven years’ experience in their technical specialty, proficiency in French, and an outstanding record of professional achievements.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should send a CV, cover letter and references to:-

iegjobs@abtassoc.com

Closing Date: 25 October, 2013

Please including “Trade Hub” and the position in the subject line.