{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

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified and motivated person for the position of Director of Operations.

Reports to: National Director

Job Summary:
To provide overall strategic leadership in the management, integration and coordination of all operations and to ensure that programs and projects are implemented in line with the National Office and Sector Strategies and are aligned with standards and overall mission and vision of World Vision.

Major Responsibilities:

•  Ensures programs are implemented as per approved policies, systems, procedures and internal controls
•  Ensures quality and timely preparation and submission of divisional strategic plan, annual operations plan and budgets
•  Ensure that Global and National Office financial policies and guidelines are adhered to by all staff
•  Ensure availability of Project/program Information for Project Management Information System (PMIS)
•  Ensure Stewardship and accountability for World Vision’s resources – equipment, materials, finance and human are used for the intended purposes
•  Strengthen relationship among WV Support Offices, government, communities, church leaders, NGOs as well as other development partners
•  Facilitate creation of efficient and pro active Customer Relation Services for quality sponsorship operations

Qualification Required & Experience

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

•  Educational level required: Masters Degree in any development field: social sciences, development studies, management, education, agriculture or public health
•  Experience: Thorough understanding of project/project management cycle
•  At least 7 years of relevant experience in World Vision or similar organization
•  Other: 10 years experience in leadership position is preferred
•  Knowledge and familiarity with rules and regulations of major donors: USAID, CIDA, DFID, DANIDA, etc
•  Demonstrated excellent stewardship of resources and able to hold others accountable
•  Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities

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 job reference as the subject to:-

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 06 September, 2012

As a Child focused organization, 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

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

Camfed is an International organisation dedicated to the eradication of poverty in Africa through the education of girls and the empowerment young women.

Description Of Job

Camfed Ghana is seeking to recruit motivated and dynamic individuals to support its programmes.

You will provide support to the Executive Director in managing strategic partnerships and in external communications and advocacy.

Specific duties include:

Professionally and effectively articulating the mission, vision, core values and programmes of Camfed to external audiences, acting as a credible advocate for the organisation when required, ensuring the consistency and integrity of all external communications, working with the Executive Director to engage with and cultivate strategic partnerships, managing on-going partnerships with strategic donors, facilitating donor visits, and/or accompanying the Executive Director and Executive Team on donor visits, generate proposals for prospective donors and compiling reports and updates for strategic donors in liaison with Camfed teams in the UK and US

Qualification Required & Experience

Successful candidates must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on teams and collaborate across organisational functions, an eye for accuracy and detail, an ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks and flexibility to travel.

•  A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communication/public relations or a related field, a post graduate degree will be an advantage
•  A minimum of 7 years of experience in international development/corporate social responsibility and/or strategic partnerships
•  Knowledge of international development issues from the perspective of organisations and governments, especially in education, gender and youth development
•  Experience in developing partnerships at the local and institutional level, building working teams, coalitions and alliances between organisations
•  Excellent research, writing and editorial skills
•  Ability to distill complex issues and processes into simple clear messages
•  Public speaking
•  Budget management
•  A flexible, proactive approach to work
•  Ability to work under pressure

How To Apply For The Job

More information about the positions can be found at our website: www.camfed.org/jobs

Please email your CV (maximum 2 pages) and cover letter (maximum 1 page) to: ghana@camfed.org by 05.30 p.m. on Friday, 31st August 2012

Closing Date: 31 August, 2012

Please ensure you meet the person specification and use the job title in the subject line of the email. Applications which do not meet these criteria will be rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Camfed Ghana is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and equality, and does not discriminate on any grounds

{CARE International,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. We place special focus on working alongside poor women because, equipped with the proper resources, women have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty.

Women are at the heart of CARE’s community-based efforts to improve basic education, prevent the spread of HIV, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity and protect natural resources.

CARE also delivers emergency aid to survivors of war and natural disasters, and helps people rebuild their lives.

Description Of Job

The PROMISE Project Manager leads the PROMISE team and reports to the Programme Coordinator of CARE-Ghana. The position is based in Tamale, and covers project implementation, management and coordinating responsibilities in Northern and Upper East Regions of Ghana.

S/he is responsible for overall leadership, strategic direction, management and delivery of PROMISE Expected Result Areas in accordance with the agreement signed between CARE Ghana and CARE Canada, and CARE Ghana policy guidelines and procedures.

S/He is also responsible for the principal tasks below

Key Responsibilities:

•  The Project Manager supervises 2 Project Facilitators who are staff of CARE and also work with 2 local NGO Partners.
•  Facilitating team work and effectiveness through regular project team meetings, and ensuring adequate communication within project team.
•  Initiating project start-ups and closeouts in line with CARE Ghana checklist and guidelines.
•  Conducting annual capacity assessments of partners to ensure partners have adequate capacity for project implementation.
•  Leading assessments of PROMISE partners/sub-grantees, as well as development and implementation of post-award sub-grantee contracts.
•  Monitoring of partners implementation against agreed work-plan and sub-grant contract and ensuring timely support and quality assurance.
•  Establishing and implementing systems for partners narrative and financial reporting
•  Lead the design and implementation of participatory monitoring and evaluation plans
•  Ensure documentation of processes, progress, results, impacts and lessons learnt to inform development of donor annual technical and financial reports
•  Conduct regular project reviews with PROMISE team, partners and collaborators to assess status of project implementation against project outputs and outcomes
•  Take lead responsibility for documentation of project donor technical and financial reports on schedule as agreed in the donor IPIA.
•  Ensure the management of the project complies CARE Ghana HR, Administration and Financial policies and regulations
•  Ensure compliance with donor and CARE Ghana reporting requirements

Qualification Required & Experience

•  5 years progressive experience in the area of project management and promoting gender equality
•  Experience in working with local communities, partnership with local NGOs and District Assemblies structures
•  Knowledgeable in food security and nutrition issues
•  Demonstrated capacity in at least two of the following areas: equity and diversity; vulnerability, governance and institution capacity building; poverty alleviation; and conflict resolution.
•  Excellent facilitation, negotiation, networking, interpersonal and communication skills
•  Excellent administrative and project planning skills, management and communication and report writing, monitoring, supervisory and coaching skills
•  Proven competencies in designing and conducting training and workshops
•  Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet)
•  Excellent spoken and written English

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: 27 August, 2012

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.  Candidates applying for the Project Facilitators should indicate which of the districts they are applying for. Closing date for submission of applications is Monday, 27th August, 2012. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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

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

USAID/West Africa is looking for a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Project Management Specialist – Clean Energy/Infrastructure.

The incumbent helps to implement key aspects of a major USAID programme to increase trade and investment – in particular the investment in clean energy and trade-related transportation Infrastructure

Salary Range: GH¢24,604.00 – GH¢36,904.00 (depending on qualification and experience)

Qualification Required & Experience

Education & Prior Work Experience:

•  A Master’s degree in science, engineering, finance or business is required
•  A minimum of five years of job related professional-level experience in a related role is required
•  Prior experience in project design, implementation, and usage of complex IT systems for monitoring and evaluation of projects and results/budget tracking and documentation is required

Language Proficiency: English Level 4 – fluent (speaking, reading, writing) is required

How To Apply For The Job

For the full requirements (including citizenship, Security and Medical Clearances) for the position and job description please contact: acpersonnel@usaid.gov or http://transition.usaid.gov/westafrica

Interested individuals should submit cover letter, curriculum vitae (not more than 3 pages) and completed self-assessment form (available at the above website/email address) with details of three referees to:

The Project Management Specialist – Clean Energy/Infrastructure
USAID/West Africa
P. O. Box 1630
Accra

Or by email: acpersonnel@usaid.gov

Closing Date: 31 August, 2012

Applications without all of these three documents will not be considered. Applicants must address each selection criterion detailed in this announcement and the position description with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. When submitting your application via email, please always start the subject line with the position title of “Project Management Specialist – Clean Energy/Infrastructure”

USAID/West Africa anticipates awarding one (1) Personal Service Contract (PSC) as a result of this announcement. Please note that this does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as result of this announcement.

{CARE International,Upper East/Northern Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. We place special focus on working alongside poor women because, equipped with the proper resources, women have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty.

Women are at the heart of CARE’s community-based efforts to improve basic education, prevent the spread of HIV, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity and protect natural resources.

CARE also delivers emergency aid to survivors of war and natural disasters, and helps people rebuild their lives.

Description Of Job

The two (2) PROMISE Project Facilitators will be members of the PROMISE project team and report to the Project Manager. The first Project Facilitator will be based in Garu-Tempane District, in the Upper East Region and will be responsible for facilitating the implementation of project activities in 10 communities in the Garu-Tempane District.

The second Project Facilitator will also be based in East Mamprusi District, in the Northern Region of Ghana and will be responsible for facilitating the implementation of project activities in 10 communities in the East Mamprusi District.

The Project Facilitators will facilitate capacity building of the community groups, monitoring of partner implementation, documenting processes and impacts.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Participate in the implementation of activities by the local NGO partners to ensure quality and effectiveness as well as documentation of participation.
•  Ensure Local NGOs Partners organize monthly review meetings with the involvement of MOFA and District Assembly to assess effectiveness and progress of activity plan implementation
•  Ensure Local NGO Partners organize regular community forums to assess impact
•  Participate in Local NGO Partners monitoring events
•  Provide Project Manager with training and capacity building plans for community groups and ensure the necessary logistic arrangements are in place for the training
•  Ensure training event reports are written and shared
•  With the support of VSLA resource people in the AFSP and Accra, facilitate linkages of VSLA to rural banks
•  Monitor technical activity implementation at the partner level
•  Use review meetings as platforms to document impacts / changes occurring as a result of project implementation
•  Ensure Local NGO partners submit monthly implementation and financial reports
•  Synthesize partner’s report with own analysis, field reports and observations for the attention of Project Manager

Qualification Required & Experience

•  The Project Facilitators should have a minimum qualification of a degree in rural / social development /agriculture, with an understanding and experience in the other.
•  At least 3 years of relevant working experience
•  Strong experience and knowledge of agriculture sector and policies, food security and nutrition issues and networking,
•  The Candidate for East Mamprusi District should be able to speak Mampruli
•  The Candidate for Garu Tempane District should also be able to speak Kusaal
•  Proven experience and understanding of working with community groups, local NGOs and district assemblies.
•  Commitment to and understanding of a process and livelihood approach to development
•  Excellent professionalism, relationship building and communication skills
•  Knowledge of agriculture policy
•  Good spoken English and excellent English writing skills

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: 27 August, 2012

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.  Candidates applying for the Project Facilitators should indicate which of the districts they are applying for. Closing date for submission of applications is Monday, 27th August, 2012.

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

{CARE International,Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. We place special focus on working alongside poor women because, equipped with the proper resources, women have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty.

Women are at the heart of CARE’s community-based efforts to improve basic education, prevent the spread of HIV, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity and protect natural resources.

CARE also delivers emergency aid to survivors of war and natural disasters, and helps people rebuild their lives.

Description Of Job

Community Facilitators – CARGILL Project – Kumasi
Duration of Contract  – 6 Months

CARE International in Ghana is inviting applications from qualified persons to fill the positions of 4 Community Facilitators for a CARGILL Project in Kumasi.

Community Facilitators – (4 Candidates)

Job Summary:   
The Community Facilitators will serve as community resources for financial mobilization and community contacts. The successful candidates will ensure the stability of community savings and Loans by assisting members organize themselves and build their own resources through a VSLA or community managed savings and Loans associations. Their responsibilities will include but not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities

•  Facilitate the creation of independent VSLAs and maintain a training relationship with groups for up to one year.
•  Ensure that  VSLA management committee fulfils its responsibilities and behaves democratically
•  Build awareness and confidence of prospective participants to learn the VSL system, use it properly and save actively.
•  Ensure the stability of community savings and loans associations by assisting members organize themselves and build their own resources through VSLA or community managed savings and loan group.
•  Collect monthly group data to be submitted to the Cargill Field Agent.
•  Support in compiling field report from groups and community leaders to generate project-Level information for donor reports, as well as for policy and project-oriented publications.
•  Work with partner organizations to develop quarterly operating plans that result in widespread expansion of VSLAs.
•  Work with the local groups to define, test and document the linkage between mature VSLAs and formal financial institutions.
•  Work with groups to develop and implement methods for measuring the impact of VSLA participation on individuals, children, households and communities.
•  Support in organizing the project monitoring and evaluation system and produce reports as required.
•  Facilitate and support the documentation of processes and achievements including documentation for public dissemination
•  Ensure CARGILL project team is informed by developments in community microfinance approaches and the related issues in Ghana.

Qualification Required & Experience

•  A  first degree in  Social Sciences, Adult Education or related field
•  At least 2 years field experience in community mobilization using participatory methodologies.
•  Proven experience in capacity building programming for district and community-based Cocoa stakeholders
•  Relevant experience in Village Savings Loans Associations (VSLA) is a plus.
•  Excellent Training, Facilitation & Presentation skills.
•  Experience in participatory and adult training / education.
•  Adherence to CARE’s core values (Respect, Integrity, Commitment & Excellence) and competencies
•  Good spoken and written English plus excellent spoken Twi.

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: 22 August, 2012

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing date for submission of applications is Wednesday, August 22nd, 2012. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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

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

Since 1963, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in 145 developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, DC., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 90 projects in 40 countries and revenues o f $140 million.

Description Of Job

ACDI/VOCA Ghana is currently implementing the four-year Agricultural Development and Value Chain Enhancement Program (ADVANCE) funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The ADVANCE project aims to facilitate a transformation of Ghana’s agricultural sector in select industries to achieve increased competitiveness in domestic and regional markets.

The ADVANCE Project is currently seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

•  Monitors closely the performance of the M&E Team to ensure that they document all changes (both qualitatively and quantitatively) in line with the program’s M&E framework  and guidelines for tracking the transformation process and ensures that all such data and information is posted currently
•  Responsible for the collection and interpretation of information gathered and ensues that all information is collected in a valid, reliable, and timely manner
•  Trains and assists the M&E Specialists to feed data into the MIS system
•  Serves as primary liaison to USAID M&E counterparts regarding coordinated monitoring and evaluation activities and reporting
•  Coordinates all project evaluations with support from project team
•  Guides the M&E Team through the ADVANCE gender mainstreaming plan and environmental management plan to ensure they are incorporated into their daily monitoring operations
•  Contributes to the preparation and drafting of all project reports and publications as required
•  Perform any other duties as may be required by the Deputy Chief of Party

Qualification Required & Experience

•  Minimum of BSc. in Agriculture, BSc. in Statistics or related field of study. An MSc. in Agricultural Economics, MSc. Development Studies or MSc. Statistics, will be an advantage
•  At least seven (7) years of experience on work related to monitoring and evaluation; five (5) years of which must have been at middle management level
•  Experience and knowledge of monitoring and evaluation of US government development projects is desirable
•  A good knowledge of statistics is required
•  Good writing skills and knowledge in using EXCEL, ACCESS database application, SPSS and SQL application are essential
•  Knowledge and application of GIS and Geodatabases will be an added advantage

How To Apply For The Job

To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume/CV to:

hr@acdivocaghana.org

Closing Date: 24 August, 2012

No phone calls please. Only finalists will be contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply

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

Background:
NetWorks Ghana is a USAID funded public health project managed by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The project manages and provides technical assistance for the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of a large malaria prevention and control programme. The programme encompasses LLIN  distribution, community mobilisation and behaviour change communication, advocacy and operations research. It provides support to the National Malaria Control Programs (NMCP) and its partners to develop efficient, comprehensive and multi-channel sustainable programmes for achieving and maintaining high ownership and use levels of LLINs. The project builds on previous successful investments and efforts achieved through a range of public, private,  campaign and routine approaches to net ownership and use.

Networks Ghana is led by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for Communication Programs (JHU/CCP), with partners Malaria Consortium, Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (SwissTPH), and Mennonite Economic and Development Associates (MEDA).

Description Of Job

NetWorks Ghana is looking for qualified personnel to fill the technical position. The successful candidates will be recruited by either Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health or Malaria Consortium as indicated below.

MALARIA CONSORTIUM
Reports to: National Project Co-ordinator (NetWorks Ghana)

Job Purpose:
To support the development and the implementation of the LLIN continuous distribution activities and to provide technical assistance and capacity building to the NMCP and other partners in all project related activities within the country.

Key roles and responsibilities:

•  Provide the project with high quality technical advice and support related to LLIN continuous distribution
•  Design, implement and supervise the project specific LLIN distributions through a variety of channels including ANC, EPI and the private/commercial sector
•  Work closely with the BCC Advisor and Community Mobilisation Expert to develop communication tools and strategies to improve acceptance and use of LLINs in the population
•  Work closely with the National Project Co-ordinator and BCC Advisor to ensure technical, operational and logistics plans are co-ordinated for smooth and efficient LLIN distribution
•  Liaise with JSI/DELIVER and other procurement agencies to ensure an adequate supply of LLINs and other commodities for all campaigns
•  Ensure that all NetWorks LLIN distribution activities are of high quality, in line with project goals, objectives and timeliness
•  At the discretion of the National Project Co-ordinator, represent NetWorks at technical fora related to LLIN distribution and integrated vector control

Travel: Position will include frequent travels throughout Ghana

Qualification Required & Experience

Person Specification:

•  Postgraduate degree in Public Health or related discipline
•  Minimum of 5 years experience working in malaria control and ITN distribution
•  Experience in effectively managing ITN distribution activities
•  Significant experience in project management, human resources, and reporting
•  Experience in managing a USAID project is desirable
•  Experience with local and international partners in Ghana, including both private and public partners
•  Excellent planning and organisational skills
•  Excellent writing and presentation skills
•  Strong computer skills

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your CV and cover letter to:

networks@jhuccp.org

Closing Date: 27 August, 2012

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

Background:
NetWorks Ghana is a USAID funded public health project managed by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The project manages and provides technical assistance for the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of a large malaria prevention and control programme. The programme encompasses LLIN  distribution, community mobilisation and behaviour change communication, advocacy and operations research. It provides support to the National Malaria Control Programs (NMCP) and its partners to develop efficient, comprehensive and multi-channel sustainable programmes for achieving and maintaining high ownership and use levels of LLINs. The project builds on previous successful investments and efforts achieved through a range of public, private,  campaign and routine approaches to net ownership and use.

Networks Ghana is led by the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for Communication Programs (JHU/CCP), with partners Malaria Consortium, Catholic Relief Services (CRS), Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (SwissTPH), and Mennonite Economic and Development Associates (MEDA).

Description Of Job

NetWorks Ghana is looking for qualified personnel to fill the technical position. The successful candidates will be recruited by either Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health or Malaria Consortium as indicated below.

MALARIA CONSORTIUM
Reports to: National Project Co-ordinator (NetWorks Ghana)

Job Purpose:
To lead the NetWorks M&E portfolio including the development and monitoring of the performance monitoring plan and documentation of the project’s progress.

Key roles and responsibilities:

•  Develop and monitor the Networks performance monitoring plan
•  Work with other NetWorks staff to obtain project data
•  Participate in project survey research, including design, sampling, developing of questionnaires, preparing data entry screens, conducting analysis, and reporting on results
•  Provide technical support to NMCP, Expanded Program for Immunisation (EPI) and the Center for Health Information & Management (CHIM) in data collection, analysis, presentation, and decision marking
•  Collaborate with USAID and other USAID-supported health partner organisations on M&E activities and issues
•  Ensure that the monitoring and evaluation activities involve existing collaborative links between NetWorks and the other USAID health partners and that planning and data utilisation activities are closely liaised with NMCP, EPI and CHIM
•  Assist with report preparation required by USAID and other stakeholders
•  Provide technical guidance in resolving other issues related to the project as required
•  Represent NetWorks professionally at partner meetings and other fora
•  Liaise with M&E staff of partnering organisations on policy issues, data sharing, indicator harmonisation, multi-partner evaluations, etc
•  Provide and support capacity development for staff central, regional, and district level; specifically provide consistent mentoring for LLIN M&E

Travel: Position will include frequent travels throughout Ghana

Qualification Required & Experience

Person Specification:

•  Master’s degree in Health, Statistics, Social Science, or related field
•  Minimum of eight years experience working in M&E at the national and community level in malaria or similar public health disease control effort
•  Skills in planning, designing, and implementing surveys
•  Evaluation methodology experience
•  Knowledge of sampling and sampling processes
•  Expertise in data management and statistical analysis, and experience in use of statistical software
•  Good diplomatic, representational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
•  Ability to work independently and with team members and partners at all levels
•  Capacity to manage numerous tasks and report in a timely manner
•  Ability to work under pressure with little supervision

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your CV and cover letter to:

networks@jhuccp.org

Closing Date: 27 August, 2012

{Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Sep-2012};

The Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) seeks to engage the services of an Intermediate Public Sector Management Advisor who will provide professional, technical and advisory support to the CIDA Ghana Programme team.

Status: Full Time Contract (up to 20/days/month)
Duration: 2 years (with possibility of renewal)

Scope of Work:

The Intermediate Public Sector Management Advisor will work closely with the CIDA Ghana Programme Governance Team to provide technical analysis, advise on harmonisation advise on programme design to CIDA and relevant CIDA partners.

Qualification Required & Experience

Mandatory Requirements:

•  Must be legally and operationally in a position to work on this assignment in Ghana;
•  The Consultant must possess a Master’s degree in international development, political science, sociology, public administration, or closely related field; or satisfactory combination of undergraduate degree in above areas and a minimum of three years of relevant full-time work experience including a significant element of research, analysis and academic writing
•  The Consultant must have a minimum of five (5) years (within the past ten (10) years of recent full-time experience in the area of analyzing and advising on public sector management issues at national and/or local levels and/or decentralisation and public sector reform issues
•  The Consultant must be fluent in written and spoken English

Other Technical Requirements:

Applicants will also be assessed based on other technical requirements and personal suitability such as communication skills, understanding of public sector management policies, plans, programmes, and issues at local/national levels in Ghana, in the context of decentralisation and public sector reform; ability to prepare and provide analysis and advice to biltateral and multilateral development partners on public sector management programming; ability to co-ordinate and harmonise public sector management programming and project options and present environmental sustainability in policies and development programmes; and familiarity with results-based management principles and applications

How To Apply For The Job

A detailed copy of the TORs can be picked up from the reception at CIDA-PSU, 38 Independence Avenue. Applicants residing outside of Greater Accra Region can request for TORs by sending e-mail request to: info@psu-ghana.org

Qualified candidates are invited to pick up a ‘Request for Proposals’ document from the CIDA-PSU (38 Independence Avenue) for detailed instructions on how to apply. Applicants residing outside of Greater Accra Region can request a Request for Proposals document by sending e-mail request to: info@psu-ghana.org.

Contracts Officer
CIDA-PSU, 38 Independence Avenue
Email: info@psu-ghana.org

Closing Date: 04 September, 2012

We thank everyone for their interest, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted