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

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), is an international non-profit research organization. Based in New Haven, CT, with offices in Washington, D.C. and worldwide, IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate “what works” in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including health, education, microfinance, governance and agriculture.

Position Summary

Innovations for Poverty Action seeks qualified applicants for the position of Project Coordinator for multiple projects in Ghana. The position offers an opportunity to gain first-hand field management experience in an organization undertaking cutting-edge development research.

Project Coordinators work closely with academic researchers and other field staff to perform a variety tasks including, but not limited to: overseeing several research associates and their projects, designing survey questionnaires, conducting qualitative research, running pilot exercise, refining study design and surveying instruments, managing survey teams, negotiating contracts with survey firms, checking and analyzing data, cleaning data and assisting in preliminary analysis, assisting in the writing of project reports and policy memos, coordinating with local partners running the programs being evaluated, and supporting outreach to policymakers in country.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, social sciences, public policy, or related fields.
•   Training in development economics.
•   Prior work or volunteer experience in development in developing countries a plus.
•   Experience living and conducting field research in a developing country is a strong plus.
•   Several years of relevant work experience.
•   Excellent management and organizational skills along with strong quantitative skills.
•   The ability to present positions and to negotiate with senior officials.
•   Fluency and excellent communication skills in English.
•   Flexibility, self-motivation, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently as a team player.
•   Demonstrated ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations.
•   Knowledge of Stata (strongly preferred), SAS, or other data analysis software.
•   Familiarity with randomized controlled trials.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please follow the application instructions below.  Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered.  Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

1) Send an email to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc jobs@poverty-action.org, following these instructions exactly:

•   In the email body: Copy exactly the following position line: 100539 IPAGhana, Project Coordinator
•   Attachments: Please attach ONLY your CV and cover letter.
•   In the subject line: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name.

Closing Date: 31 July, 2013

Please do not include any text besides your name in the body of the e-mail. Adding extra text will interfere with the processing of your application

2) Complete the J-PAL/IPA common application indicating that you are interested in applying for a “Type 3: Research Manager or Project Coordinator” position. Please include two letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, CV, and transcripts.

IPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), is an international non-profit research organization. Based in New Haven, CT, with offices in Washington, D.C. and worldwide, IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate “what works” in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including health, education, microfinance, governance and agriculture.

Position Summary:

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), a US based, non-profit research organization, seeks a Research Manager to oversee a portfolio of projects. IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate what works and does not work in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including microfinance, agriculture, education and health.

The Research Manager will manage a portfolio of up to five projects. These projects may be based around a specific geographic area, and might include both evaluation and implementation components. They could span a range of technical areas, such as agriculture, health, Education and micro-finance. As part of their supervisory role, the Research Manager will work closely with the country office to ensure effective support is being given to projects, and projects are working within the relevant policies and procedures. The Research Manager will also participate in IPA Ghana Senior Management discussions and contribute to research policy development and capacity building.

This position will be based initially in Accra, focusing on projects in the southern part of Ghana with the possibility of eventually moving to Kumasi   (travel required).

Responsibilities:

•   The Research Manager will;
•   Keep Country Director and Deputy country Director appraised of all developments on the projects in their portfolio, and serve as key link between the field office, project staff, and Principle Investigators
•   Ensure project adherence in the field to general research design, sample selection, data management and analysis, and overall project management
•   Oversee project financial management, including creation and monitoring of program budgets, and ensuring smooth integration of projects into IPA financial systems
•   Work with field office staff to ensure sound human resource and operational management of projects
•   Directly supervise project research assistants (Project Associates, Evaluation Coordinators or Project Coordinators), and help with transitions, on-boarding of new research staff  and maintaining “institutional memory” of project activities
•   Lead training on data management and general project management for new/incoming project research staff
•   Promote inter-project best practices and take a lead in sharing best practices with projects through formal and informal training opportunities
•   Attend regular meetings with local government officials and partners to ensure success of programmatic activities
•   Support the dissemination of results via presentations and reports to academic and non-academic audiences

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Masters in development economics, or a field related to international economic development or health.
•   Extensive experience conducting social science or economic field research. Background in randomized control trials is strongly preferred
•   At least two years of project management experience.
•   Extensive experience supervising data collection, teams of field workers, and survey design and implementation
•   Experience with data management, econometrics, and advanced knowledge of Stata or any statistical packages preferably SPSS and or CSPro
•   Cultural sensitivity and demonstrated ability to work successfully with diverse constituencies required.•   Experience in conducting field research in developing countries required
•   Strong budgeting and financial management skills
•   Experience with presenting research findings at public forums, including to non-research focused audiences, is preferred
•   Strong written and oral communication skills and complete fluency in English is required.
•   Strong quantitative skills and familiarity with randomized controlled trials

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please follow the application instructions below.  Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered.  Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

1) Send an email to info-ghana@poverty-action.org and cc  jobs@poverty-action.org, following these instructions exactly:

•   In the email body: Copy exactly the following position line: 100861IPAGhana, Research Manager
•   Attachments: Please attach your resume and cover letter.
•   In the subject line: Put your full name, first (given) name followed by last (family) name.

Closing Date: 31 July, 2013

Please do not include any text besides the position line(s) in the body of the e-mail. Adding extra text will interfere with the processing of your application.

2) Complete the J-PAL/IPA common application. Please note: you are not required to include transcripts or letters of recommendation upon initial submission. After submitting, you can edit your application at any time and may add these materials, if requested

IPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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

The United States Peace Corps is a volunteer organization that has been serving in Ghana since 1961. The Ghana staff is a team of highly-skilled professionals who help American Volunteers implement sustainable and appropriate development work in the areas of Health, Education and Agriculture throughout Ghana. The organization in Ghana is seeking to hire seven (7) temporary Language and Cross-Cultural Facilitators, with multiple language skills, to teach Twi, Dagbani, Dagaare, Gurune and Ewe during the Agriculture Program Pre-Service Training (September to December 2013) at the Kukurantumi Office.

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. Pre-Service Training (PST) is a 10 – 12 week orientation program that provides PCVs with intensive language, culture, and technical training. The LCF coordinates with the Language and Culture Coordinator (LCC) and is responsible to the Director of Programming and Training; assumes the responsibility for the design, implementation, and evaluation of Ghanaian language sessions. The LCF also serves as cultural information resources for Trainees, facilitates Trainees’ cross-cultural learning, and supports the host family stay. The LCF works directly with Peace Corps Staff, partners, and PCVs and supports the U. S. Peace Corps mission in Ghana in the following main areas:

Language Training: 40%

•   Actively participates in the Training of Trainers (TOT) workshop held prior to the Pre-Service Training. Prepares all language sessions plans according to Peace Corps format, including necessary materials, visuals, activities and work sheets under the supervision of the LCC.
•   Ensures that all Peace Corps Trainees (PCTs) complete all scheduled language activities.
•   Submits all lesson plans and language materials to the LCC and teaches Ghanaian survival language according to the Peace Corps language competencies.
•   Makes appropriate changes/adaptations when teaching the language competencies according to PCTs’ learning styles and feedback.
•   Teaches within planned scheme of work, identifies with language staff areas of success and challenge, offers suggestions for additional assistance to those experiencing difficulty.
•   Is accessible to Trainees outside of scheduled sessions to provide linguistic and/or cultural information/insight and encourages maximum use of Ghanaian language amongst the PCTs.
•   Reports any Trainee absence, lateness or problems, which may arise in class and/or tutoring sessions to the LCC and the Training Manager.
•   Evaluates the success of the lesson, documents comments, ideas and suggestions to assist with future implementation.
•   Assists APCDs and Technical Coordinators in designing and implementing integration of Language and Technical lessons and activities.
•   Serves as a technical resource for Trainees outside of the classroom. Is an active participant in Trainees’ formal assessment/feedback interviews, provides feedback related to PST competencies/objectives.
•   Documents Trainees’ behavior and informs the Training Manager.
•   Documents progress of Trainees towards the meeting of the LPI minimal level of Intermediate Mid (INTM).
•   Assists with implementing the LPI and if certified, conducts LPI tests at the end of the PST.
•   Supports with reviewing and writing of new training/ learning materials for language.

Cross-cultural Training: 40%

•   Serves as an honest and objective cultural information resource for Trainees.
•   Plans and facilitates cross-cultural sessions/activities with Trainees.
•   Is available outside “classroom” hours to assist with cross-cultural learning.
•    Plans cultural fair and Traditional night with other LCFs and the LCC.
•   Monitors the host family-Trainee relationship during PST through periodic visits to homestay families.
•   Problem-solves situations with home stay families; if the issue is serious, solicits 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.
•   Actively participates in all committee activities that will foster team-building and support.

Safety and Security: 20%

•   Documents and reports 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.
•   Provides safety and security support to PC Trainees and staff and assists in MS270 regulations compliance.
•   Monitors safety and security environment with host families and host communities.
•   Co-facilitates safety and security sessions with the Safety and Security Coordinator (SSC) as needed.
•   Reports all medical emergencies to community contact person, LCC, Training Manager, PST Director.
•   Acts 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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•   Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Education/related field
•   Ability to fluently speak and write some Ghanaian languages
•   Minimum of three years in Adult training/learning experience
•   Minimum of five years’ experience in a cross-cultural setting
•   Knowledge and understanding of U. S. values, history and culture
•   Excellent speaking, writing and presentation skills

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

•   Bachelor’s Degree in Linguistics
•   Knowledge and skills in Adult training and learning principles and application
•   Strong skills in language and cross-culture training curricula development
•   Multi- lingual (English, Ghanaian languages, etc.)
•   Very strong networking, negotiation and collaboration skills
•   Peace Corps experience.

Compensation: Competitive salary, plus benefits package

Number of Positions: 7 part-time (September to December 2013)
Location: Kukurantumi, Ghana

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 on the back of the envelope and deliver to either of the addresses:

Post Delivery:

The Director of Management
and Operations
U. S. Peace Corps
P. O. Box 5796,
Accra –North

Hand Delivery:

The Director of Management
and Operations
Peace Corps Ghana Office
14 Dade Link
Labone, Accra

Email:

jobs@gh.peacecorps.gov

Closing Date: 26 July, 2013

{World Vision International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

For over three decades, World Vision has been working with rural communities in all the 10 Administrative Regions of Ghana to provide portable water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices, quality education, particularly at the basic level, enhance food security and respond to disasters.

Job Summary

World Vision Ghana (WVG)is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful person to fill the above position.

Reports To: Operations Director
Job Location: Head Office, Accra

Purpose of the Position:

The Food Security and Economic Development Coordinator will provide leadership in developing and rolling out a Food Security and Economic Development Strategy for Ghana; align the Food Security and Economic Development Strategy with the National Office (NO) strategy, lead in developing intiatives that promote livelihoods and economic security for targeted families in operational Area Development Programmes (ADPs).

Major Responsibilities:

•   Lead the development and roll out of food security and economic development strategy in line with NO strategy, WV internal standards and policies
•   Lead the acqusition of grant funding that support employment creation, income generation, value addition and marketing opportunities for target families, groups and communities
•   Assist ADP Managers to establish village savings and loan schemes and other products and liaise with APED to ensure that successful groups access micro finance to develop and grow their micro enterprises/businesses
•   Support the design, monitoring and evaluation of food security and economic development projects, and ensure that lessons learnt are documented and inform new intiatives; and human interest stories published
•   Develop assessment, analytical and impact Monitoring Evaluation tools that are conducive and stimulate local production and markets and establish linkages with stakeholders
•   In coordination with Ministry Quality and Strategy Department, plan, organize, implement and participate in technical and evaluations of Food Security and economic development projects
•   Build staff capacity and provide technical assistance to stakeholders and communities to ensure effective partnering that improves results
•   Liaise with donors, Support Offices, UN agencies,Government and other NGOs to ensure accountability, adequae reporting, coordination and compliance with regulations

Qualification Required & Experience

Job Specification:

•  Education required: University degree in relevant field (Business Administration,Food Security,Agriculture, Economics). Master’s degree preferred
•   Experience: At least 3 to 5 years field experience with NGO’s in developing countries. Proven experience in managing livelihoods and economic development project. Experience in proposal writing and the successful acquisition of grants

Technical Skills & Abilities:

•   Strong Interpersonal Skills
•   Self directed individual able to work well in a team and build a team
•   Strong communication skills (oral and written)
•   Ability to communicate on Food Security topics with diverse groups; farmers, managers, bureaucrats, donors, etc
•   Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexibility worldview, emotional maturity and physical stamina
•   Ability to work in and contribute to team building environment

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the job reference as the subject to:

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 02 August, 2013

As a Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children. All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible. WV is an equal opportunity employer.

Women are highly encouraged to apply.

{Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) in association with The Networks Project led by the Johns Hopkins University seeks a dynamic individual for the position of Project Officer based in Accra, Ghana to manage its Electronic-Coupon (e-Coupon) scheme for the marketing and distribution of Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLIN).  The initial position is for a pilot project planned for six months with a potential extension of up to an additional six months.

The NetWorks Project is a global USAID-funded project with activities in various countries, designed to support National Malaria Control Programs (NMCP) to develop efficient, comprehensive and multi-channel sustainable programs for achieving and maintaining high ownership and use levels of LLINs and related technologies. NetWorks is led by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for Communication Programs (JHU?CCP), with partners Malaria Consortium, Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (SwissTPH), and Mennonite Economic and Development Associates (MEDA). MEDA is the technical partner with expertise in promoting market-oriented solutions through combining incentives such as electronic coupons, supply chain management and marketing to promote new product uptake.

Project Officer (LLIN)

The Project Officer’s primary function is to lead the launch and implementation of the e-Coupon scheme for LLIN marketing and distribution, and coordinate the activities of partners to ensure success. In addition the Project Officer will oversee design, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all program activities. This position will report to the MEDA Senior Project Manager for direction, and will receive logistical support from the Networks Ghana team.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of ten years professional experience in project management of international development projects
•   Exceptional organizational skills related to project management, logistics, distribution or supply chains
•   Experience or keen understanding of health sector issues in development, especially Malaria and HIV/AIDs.
•   A Master’s degree in Business Administration or in the Arts, Public Health or any related field.
•   Demonstrated experience working in the fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, including marketing, sales and distribution.
•   Excellent leadership skills with particular skills to work as a catalyst and facilitator
•   Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values and goals.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your resume to:-

jobs@meda.org

Closing Date: 01 September, 2013

{Development Alternatives Incorporated (DAI),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries.

Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.

Description

Objectives of Programme:

The focus of the programme is on providing support to the production and trade in staple food markets between Ghana and Burkina Faso, and between Nigeria and Niger. The programme will work to enable policies that allow for equitable and efficient regional market development and will aim to tackle the cause of multiple market failures by deploying carefully targeted interventions across the region. The anticipated outcomes of the five year project are: better business models for agricultural production; better business models for agricultural marketing and; agriculture and trade policies and regulations rationalised and improved.

The programme consists of two main activities;

1) A Challenge fund to provide finance to innovative business models in food production and marketing and;
2) A Policy Facility to provide evidence, analysis and advocacy for policy and regulatory reform.

The Project will be based in Accra, Ghana with travel to Burkina Faso, Niger and Nigeria. Anticipated Start Date – October 2013

Call for Experts – Team Leader – (Candidates must be fluent in both French and English)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 24 July, 2013

{Development Alternatives Incorporated (DAI),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

DAI is an employee-owned global development company. For 40 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governments, and instability. Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 60 countries.

Our integrated development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines—crisis mitigation and stability operations, democratic governance and public sector management, agriculture and agribusiness, private sector development and financial services, economics and trade, HIV/AIDS and disease control, water and natural resources management, and energy and climate change. Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.

Description

Objectives of Programme:

The focus of the programme is on providing support to the production and trade in staple food markets between Ghana and Burkina Faso, and between Nigeria and Niger. The programme will work to enable policies that allow for equitable and efficient regional market development and will aim to tackle the cause of multiple market failures by deploying carefully targeted interventions across the region. The anticipated outcomes of the five year project are: better business models for agricultural production; better business models for agricultural marketing and; agriculture and trade policies and regulations rationalised and improved.

The programme consists of two main activities;

1) A Challenge fund to provide finance to innovative business models in food production and marketing and;
2) A Policy Facility to provide evidence, analysis and advocacy for policy and regulatory reform.

The Project will be based in Accra, Ghana with travel to Burkina Faso, Niger and Nigeria. Anticipated Start Date – October 2013

Call for Experts – M&E Director – (Candidates must be fluent in both French and English)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 26 July, 2013