{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, is seeking mid and senior level technical experts for an anticipated USAID-funded project.

The project is expected to increase international competitiveness, intra-region trade, and food security in the Western African region by assisting government, the private sector, and civil society organizations to realize the advantages of greater regional and global trade linkages and export-oriented business development. This advertisement is for positions to be based in Accra, Ghana with extensive travel throughout West Africa.

Chemonics is currently looking for qualified individuals in the following areas of expertise:

•  Gender Integration
•  Communications & Marketing
•  Information & communication technology
•  Accounting & Bookkeeping
•  Training

Qualification Required & Experience

•  An advanced degree in economics, international trade, business administration, agriculture or related field
•  Minimum of 8 years experience in area of expertise
•  Extensive experience working in Africa, particularly in Ghana
•  Proven ability to work collaboratively with government officials, international donors and private sector stakeholders
•  Excellent written and oral communications skills
•  Fluency in written and spoken English required, fluency in French preferred.

How To Apply For The Job

Please email your CV, cover letter, and phone contact information to:-

wathafricanpartnersrecruit@gmail.com  

Closing Date: 14 September, 2012

indicating your area of expertise in the subject line.

{Ipas Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

Ipas, a global not-for-profit reproductive health organization that has, for three decades, been working globally to improve women’s lives through a focus on reproductive health.

Description Of Job

This management position, based in Accra, Ghana provides support in the development, management implementation and documentation of the program in Ghana. The Program Manager assists the Country Director, country team and technical units to support Ghana’s existing programs. The Program Manager co-ordinates the bi-annual planning and budget cycle, supervising the technical team in Ghana, and co-ordinates with technical, finance and administration units.

Responsibilities:

•  Management and implementation of budgets, work-plans, evaluation, and reporting of results. Works with Country Director and other stakeholders to ensure that Ghana’s program objectives, consistent with country priorities and desired results are met by technical and administrative units
•  Supervision of technical team to meet the programme needs
•  Proposal development and donor reporting
•  Fundraising: Supports Country Director and Headquarters unit to provide inputs for donor proposals and reports
•  Represents, with Country Director, Ipas Ghana’s programme with government and NGO partners and advocates for the country’s mission at national and local level

The duty station for position is Accra, Ghana, and the offer will be on a one/two years renewable contract basis, subject to good performance and availability of funds. Remuneration will be based on qualification and experience, commensurate with industry standards

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Bachelor’s degree in one of the following-Psychology, Sociology, Medicine, Public Health, Advanced degree in relevant discipline preferred;
•  8+ years relevant experience including a minimum of 4 years of demonstrated management and supervision experience;
•  Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, management and technical skills in reproductive health;
•  Excellent management, supervisory, budgeting, management skills
•  Excellent team building and negotiating skills
•  Excellent communications and writing skills;
•  Demonstrated computer competency especially in word processing, budgeting and data base software;
•  Cross-cultural skills preferred
•  Fluency in English; French will be an advantage
•  Travel up to 50% nationally and 10% internationally

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, send cover letter and resume including contact telephone numbers, email addresses and 2 references by email or by post to the address below:

ipasghana@ipas.org

or

Ipas Ghana
PMB CT 193
Cantonments, Accra

Closing Date: 12 September, 2012

Note: Ipas Ghana management reserves the right to modify the contents of this position description at any time. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The offer will be opened until position are filled up.

Ipas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information about Ipas, please visit our website at: www.ipas.org

{Agribusiness & Trade Promotion (ATP),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

The Agribusiness & Trade Promotion (ATP) and Expanded Agribusiness & Trade Promotion (E-ATP) are projects funded by the U.S. Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/West Africa. Their purpose is to increase the value and volume of intra-regional trade in West African staple food commodities, as a way of improving the quality and availability of food, reducing poverty by raising household incomes and enhancing economic opportunities in the region.

Description Of Job

The projects are seeking a qualified and very experienced individuals as a Bi-Lingual (French/English) Grants Assistant for the remaining project period (Sept. 2012 – Feb. 2013)

Responsibilities:

•  Review all financial documentation from grantees to ensure it is correct and in accordance with E-ATP, ATP and USAID regulations
•  Scan/Photocopy all documents and place in electronic grants fields
•  Liaise with Technical Staff concerning grant needs
•  Assist grant manager in communicating with grantees
•  Audit all grantee files (electronic and hard copy) to ensure appropriate documentation
•  Respond to requests from Abt Associates Headquarters in Bethesda MD
•  Establish strong tracking systems for grants monitoring
•  Liaise with Project Communications staff to highlight work of grantees
•  Perform other duties as assigned by the Grants Manager

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Expertise in MS Office, Word and Excel
•  Oral and written fluency in English and French
•  Experience on USAID-funded project
•  Degree in Business Administration or Finance
•  Valid Passport and ability to travel within the sub-region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their applications, CV and certificates to:

atpjob@agribizafrica.org

Closing Date: 31 August, 2012

The successful applicant will be required to start as soon as possible. For further information, please visit:

www.agribizafrica.org

{Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

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.

Description Of Job

IPA seeks an Evaluation Coordinator for immediate hire, who will assist with implementation and evaluation of a project which measures the health impacts of improving the quality of private healthcare provision.

The intervention is two-fold, and aims to impact health outcomes through both the supply of services, and demand for them. This position will be based in Accra or Kumasi, and will require extensive travel within and across the Greater Accra, Eastern, and Ashanti regions.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The Evaluation Coordinator will work closely with international researchers and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

Data Collection Management:

•  With research team, refine study design and survey instruments;
•  Oversee and monitor data collection and survey field work, including planning, logistics, hiring, and training;
•  Conduct qualitative research to inform research design;
•  Run pilot survey exercises, provide feedback on field operations and survey instruments, and make and monitor improvements;
•  Provide quality control for collected data through data cleaning, and assisting in preliminary analysis; and
•  Assist in the writing of project reports and policy memos.

Financial Management

Work with IPA Ghana’s financial staff to keep detailed accounts of all project program activities, including monitoring project expenses.

Human Resource Management

•  Manage human resource procedures in coordination with IPA’s HR Manager including recruiting, contract/salary negotiation, evaluations, staff development, disciplinary action, etc.:
a) Draft Job Descriptions for local hires and, when necessary, help circulate them;
b) Participate in the selection process and assist HR with employment-related communication; and
c) Assist PC/PAs with training as needed;
•  Assist with staff evaluations twice annually; make recommendations regarding renewal of staff contracts;
•  Work with the HR department to process paperwork for contract renewals and terminations;
•  Enforce all IPA Ghana policies and work with IPA Ghana management to execute staff disciplinary action.

Miscellaneous

•  Assist Project Coordinator and Research Manager with obtaining and sharing information from local government offices, NGOs, and/or healthcare providers;
•  Communicate regularly with management team on matters including finance, logistics and government relations;
•  Other duties related to project implementation as needed.

The commitment sought for this position is a minimum of two years.

Qualification Required & Experience

IPA is seeking candidates who meet the following requirements:

•  BA, BSc. or Masters in development economics, or field related to health.
•  Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
•  Strong oral and written communications skills in English.
•  Strong oral proficiency in Twi, Ga, and/or additional languages used in Greater Accra, Eastern, and Ashanti regions is preferred.
•  At least two years of project management experience. Extensive experience supervising, designing and implementing data collection and/or field work activities, and managing teams of field workers, is preferred.
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•  Well organized, detail-oriented, able to prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
•  Advanced user of Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, Power Point), and the internet.
•  Interest in pursuing a career in non-profit management, health policy, health evaluation support or related fields.
•  Strong professional experience working in the health sector, and with public or private healthcare providers is preferred.
•  Experience in data management, econometrics, and programming in STATA or SPSS is preferred.

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit your complete CV and cover letter by email to:

jobs-ghana@poverty-action.org

using the subject line: IPA Ghana Private Healthcare Provision EC:  Firstname Lastname,

Closing Date:  15 September, 2012

All documents should be submitted as attachments, and the file names should include the name of the applicant.  The documents may be submitted in Word document or PDF format.  Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted by email or phone.

{Gender Studies and Human Rights Documentation Centre (GSHRDC),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

Duties:
The duties of the Programmes Manager include:

•  Oversee project planning and implementation,
•  Write reports and ensuring timely narrative and financial reporting to funders
•  Organize and lead consultations and meetings in the Programmes Department
•  Supervise project officers in implementing project activities
•  Conceptualize and design programme activities, project proposal writing and fund raising for project activities
•  Research and analyse women’s rights issues
•  Monitor and evaluate project activities both at the national and community levels

Qualification Required & Experience

•  The successful applicant must have the ability to manage and supervise a team implementing multiple projects in the area of violence, HIV and Aids, women in leadership and safe school
•  The person must have good interpersonal, leadership, communication, advocacy problem-solving skills and should also have strong writing and analytical skills, be able to use the computer and is creative and innovative
•  Applicant must also have the ability to work within a highly versatile environment managing relationships with survivors, network partners, donors and policy makers and must demonstrate strong interest in gender equality, social justice, women’s rights and empowerment issues
•  A minimum of a Masters Degree from a recognised University, preferably in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, Gender or Development Studies
•  Should have at least three years working experience in a field related to the above-mentioned areas. Experience in NGO/Project management, Resource Mobilisation and networking would definitely be advantageous

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send their application and CVs to:

info@gendercentreghana.org or gendcent@yahoo.com

Closing Date:  15 September, 2012

addressed to: The Executive Director.

{Oxfam GB,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

Research and Policy Manager || Accra, Ghana
Oxfam works with others to find lasting solution to poverty and suffering.

The Research and Policy Manager will work to support and accompany Ghanaian organisations in Policy research to plan and deliver targeted and effective advocacy on agriculture, Food security and Economic Justice campaign, universal access to health Campaign in Ghana as well as fundraising for the programmes in line with the joint context analysis and strategy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Work with programme team and partners to conduct relevant political, economic and social research
•  Plan and coordinate research to support advocacy on focus issues
•  Be the main in-country resource for producing policy and advocacy messages,
•  Generate policy papers and lobby briefs
•  Vigorous networking to continually inform, challenge and improve advocacy messaging
•  Manage relationships with lobby targets,
•  Maintain ongoing knowledge, understanding and analysis of relevant government and donor policy and practice and civil society campaign initiatives in Ghana,
•  Identify the research capacity gaps of advocacy partners and allies,
•  Facilitate Oxfam’s engagement with the media in Ghana
•  Beef up Oxfam’s engagement and profile at national level
•  Develop, implement, monitor and report on agreed work plans,
•  Collaborate with the programme team to develop new programmes and fundraise
•  Ensure that all advocacy clearly articulate gender perspectives
•  Coordinates country programme communication and documentation

Qualification Required & Experience

SKILLS AND COMPETENCE
(E) – Essential, (D) – Desirable

•  Demonstrable ability to work as part of a fast –paced, interdisciplinary team(E)
•  Understanding of national and local government and public policy making (E)
•  Demonstrable skills and experience in participatory research methodologies
•  An understanding of how to use policy analysis, research, lobbying, public campaigning, media, communications and alliance-building (E)
•  Strong written and verbal communications skills and experience of planning, conducting or commissioning research. (E)
•  Proven experience of engaging with and influencing decision-makers, (E)
•  An understanding of Ghanaian campaigns, movements and civil society organisations, (E)
•  A drive to achieve results; a high level of personal energy and pro-activity, demonstrated by concrete examples of achievement and initiative taken in previous roles (E)
•  Significant experience of working in partnership with grassroots civil society organisations, national and international NGOs and networks and development agencies; understanding of how to accompany and build the capacity of partner organisations. (E)
•  Technical knowledge of development policy in Ghana (D)
•  Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills and proven experience of research and strategy development. (E)
•  Thorough understanding and active commitment to promoting gender equity issues and the interests of marginalised people in all advocacy work. (E)
•  Enthusiasm for and commitment to Oxfam International’s values and mission. (E)
•  Excellent inter personal and team skills and a proven ability to build good relations  both internally and externally ( E)
•  Ability to manage complex workloads and deliver outputs and reports to agreed deadlines. (E)
•  Programme development expertise and demonstrable experience in fundraising for advocacy work(E)
•  Fluency spoken and written English (E)

How To Apply For The Job

To find out more and apply, visit www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs and quote Ref: INT5672

Closing Date: 14th September 2012

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

{Gender Studies and Human Rights Documentation Centre (GSHRDC),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

Reporting directly to the Programmes Manager, the Project Officer will be part of a team working on a number of projects in the area of violence against women, HIV and AIDS, and women in leadership as well as other projects of the Centre

Qualification Required & Experience

•  A minimum of a first degree from a recognised University or tertiary institution, preferably in Social Sciences, Development and Gender Studies, Law or related subjects
•  At least three years working experience in a field related to the above-mentioned areas

Other Desirable Qualities or requirements:

•  Must be a strong team player
•  Ability to work with little supervision
•  Possess good interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills
•  Possess initiative and ability to adapt and cope with pressure
•  Willing to work outside normal hours when needed
•  Excellent negotiating skills
•  Experience in networking and civil society mobilisation
•  Demonstrate strong interest in gender equality, social justice, women’s rights and empowerment issues
•  Experience in project management and resource mobilisation
•  Excellent presentation and writing skills
•  Computer literate in Word, Excel, Power Point

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send their application and CVs to:

info@gendercentreghana.org or gendcent@yahoo.com

Closing Date:  15 September, 2012

addressed to: The Executive Director.

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

For more than 36 years, Chemonics International, a U.S.-based international development consulting firm, has partnered with local and international organizations to promote social and economic change in Africa and around the world.

Our work began in West Africa in 1976 in Cameroon, where we improved rice production and in 1977 in Mali where we revived a drought-depleted livestock sector.

Since then, we have expanded our expertise to address a diverse range of challenges in education reform, conflict mitigation and management, decentralization, rule of law, anticorruption, private sector development, trade, agriculture, health, and nutrition.

Our experience extends across the African continent and in West Africa includes Ghana, Burkina Faso, Cote d’Ivoire, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, and Senegal.

Description Of Job

Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, is seeking mid and senior level technical experts for an anticipated USAID-funded project.

The project is expected to increase international competitiveness, intra-region trade, and food security in the Western African region by assisting government, the private sector, and civil society organizations to realize the advantages of greater regional and global trade linkages and export-oriented business development. This advertisement is for positions to be based in Accra, Ghana with extensive travel throughout West Africa.

Chemonics is currently looking for qualified individuals in the following areas of expertise:

•  Trade capacity building & management
•  Trade policy & regional integration
•  Regional trade association building
•  Export business development
•  Transit & customs facilitation
•  Transport policy
•  Food security
•  Value chain development & competitiveness
•  Customs and border experts
•  Staple foods/agriculture
•  Agricultural inputs
•  M&E Specialist
•  Livestock Management
•  Trade Finance & Investment
•  Gender Integration
•  Communications & Marketing
•  Grants Management
•  Market linkages specialists
•  Grades and standard specialists
•  Private sector development specialists
•  Information & communication technology

Qualification Required & Experience

•  An advanced degree in economics, international trade, business administration, agriculture or related field
•  Minimum of 8 years experience in area of expertise
•  Extensive experience working in Africa, particularly in Ghana
•  Proven ability to work collaboratively with government officials, international donors and private sector stakeholders
•  Excellent written and oral communications skills
•  Fluency in written and spoken English required, fluency in French preferred.

How To Apply For The Job

Please email your CV, cover letter, and phone contact information to:-

wathafricanpartnersrecruit@gmail.com  

Closing Date:  13 September, 2012

indicate your area of expertise in the subject line.

{CSIR,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

The CSIR is a semi-autonomous Corporation with the mandate to pursue the implementation of Government policies on scientific research and development; encourage coordination of scientific research for the management, utilization and conservation of the natural resources of Ghana; and to advise Government on scientific and technological advances likely to be of importance to national development. Established in its present form in October 1968 as Ghana’s premier S & T Research and Development organisation, the CSIR now operates under the mandate of CSIR Act 521 of 1996, which among other things, empowers it to commercialize its research activities. From its Head Office in Accra, the CSIR oversees and co-ordinates the activities of 13 research institutes spread across the country.

Mandate of Institute of Industrial Research (IIR)

The mandate of IIR is to undertake research into process and product design and development, and to promote adaptive technology, scientific instrumentation and calibration, as well as repair of precision equipment. The Institute aims to drive national development and global competitiveness in industry through scientific and technological research.

Description Of Job

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaians to fill the above vacancy at the CSIR-Institute of Industrial Research.

Qualification Required & Experience

A minimum of BSc./HND in Civil Engineering, Laboratory Technician, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Instrumentation/Control Systems Engineering or equivalent from a recognised University or Polytechnic

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send their applications with CV including names and addresses of 3 referees to the address below:

The Ag. Director
CSIR-IIR
P. O.  Box LG 576
Legon

Closing Date:  11 September, 2012

Candidates should request their referees to send their confidential reports to the above address not later than Tuesday, 11th September, 2012.

Please specify the exact position you are applying for at the back of the envelope

{World Vision International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

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 two decades, World Vision has been working with urban and rural communities in all the 10 regions of Ghana to improve provision of water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices and quality education, particularly at the basic level, enhance food security and respond to disasters.

Description Of Job

Job Reference: ADPM/WVG
Department/Group: Operations

Reports to: Operations Base Team Leader

Job Summary:
To lead the creation and/or on-going development of an Area Development Program (ADP) through managing a thorough assessment and design process, relationship building with local government and community structures, and office staff team development, resulting in a community based program that fosters children’s well-being and promotes sustainable development.

Major Responsibilities:

•  Provide strong and positive leadership to the Area Development Project (ADP) ensuring competent and motivated staff are retained
•  Ensure high level of quality programmes in alliance with World Vision standards & WV Development approach
•  Ensure the development of an initial design of developmental priorities and approaches for interventions
•  Coordinate Disaster Rapid Response Programme (DRRP) initiatives/protocol amongst the team and partners, e.g., government, civil society, private sector. Network with stakeholders to streamline Humanitarian & Emergency Affairs (HEA) response for Disaster Rapid Response (DRR) and climate change
•  Work closely with the Sponsorship Manager and team on all aspects of sponsorship administration and multi-year plans
•  Ensure that staff understand and follow the WV child protection policy, that efforts are taken to respond promptly and appropriately to child protection incidents, and that awareness raising for prevention and reporting of child protection, incidents occurs within the program area
•  Network and develop partnerships with other NGOs, local government officials, local churches, and community leaders in the project/regional/national area
•  Apply monitoring and evaluation system in collaboration with the programme team to ensure record keeping of monthly, semi-annual and annual basis progress against the state objectives

Qualification Required & Experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

•  Bachelors degree is essential, bachelor degree in a field related to Development, Management, Economic or Social Sciences is preferred. (Master’s degree is an advantage)
•  Minimum of three years of management experience. Experience in development programmes is preferred
•  Experience in program assessment, design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, report writing and emergency response is preferred
•  Strong skills in data analysis, research work and community based programs
•  Strong organizational and management skills, with a proven track record of managing a team and ability to prioritise work and personal life
•  Strong problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills
•  Thorough knowledge of MS Office, knowledge of Lotus Notes is preferred
•  Ability to make quick decisions and to demonstrate servant leadership and foster a team oriented atmosphere
•  Integrity, honesty, and accountability to both the team and the community
•  Strong knowledge in Design, Monitoring & Evaluation

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: 10 September, 2012

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.