{UNDP,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 2 years,05 Apr-2019};

Background

In line with the country-specific Security Risk Management (SRM) , the United Nations system in Ghana created Radio Rooms in Accra and Tamale with the primary responsibility of ensuring the safety and security of all UN staff, dependents and property. The Radio Rooms are designed to operate on 24×7 basis which requires the services of Radio Operator/Data Assistant.

The position is fully funded by UN agencies in Ghana through the Cost Shared Security Budget.

The Radio Operator/Data Assistant will provide radio communication/security support to staff and dependents in all UN Agencies. In addition, Radio Operator/Data Assistant will develop analysis and reporting capabilities. He/she will also monitor performance and quality control plans to identify improvements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the immediate supervision of the Security Advisor (SA), the
• Radio Operator/Data Assistant shall be responsible for the following duties:
• Collection of data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems for the department.
• Interpret, analyze and update data using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports for the department.
• Develop and implement databases, data collection systems, data analytics and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.
• Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets for the Security Advisor or Assignees.
• Work with Security Advisor to prioritize security and information needs.
• Locate and define new process improvement opportunities for the department
• Maintain electronic and manual archives for UNDSS
• Provide materials/data/information for the SMT, OMT and SFP.
• Provide data for UNDSS mandatory returns
• Serve as Backup for UNDSS Administrative Assistant
• Serving in shift-system at a 24/7 radio room which maintains a radio and telephone communication regime with all UN staff in the Area of Operation;
• When required, he/she will assist police during investigations in all security related incidents involving UN staff.
• Ensure that all communication equipment (i.e. VHF and HF radios, fax mobile and land-line phones) are in perfect working conditions before the start of duty;
• Receive, process, record and pass all security related information to the appropriate quarters through the normal communication channels;
• Inform the Supervisors immediately of any incident/accident;
• Maintain communication link with the security agencies (police and military) with a view to providing the necessary assistance to UN staff members and receiving updated information on security matters;
• Register and forward all e-mail messages and messages deposited during working and off-duty hours;
• Assist with preparation of UN IDS and Access badges when on day shift.
• Accurately identify exact location/grid references of all incident/accidents and pass information to the Supervisors and the police;
• Maintain both electronic and manual register;
• Provide relevant assistance to visiting staff members requiring assistance through radio or telephone channels;
• Brief the incoming duty radio operator on all events, especially pending cases for which action is to be taken;
• Perform radio checks, as directed by the SA / Local Security Assistant (LSA) and Radio Room Supervisor;
• Keep the SA/LSA and Radio Room Supervisor informed of any information or incident that could have a bearing on the security of staff and property;
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the SA/LSA/ Radio Room Supervisor

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent in relevant field. Formal training in radio communication and Data Analysis

Experience

• A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in the collection, compilation and analysis of data from multiple sources including administrative sources to produce official documents and in the dissemination of information/data is required.
• Knowledge of radio communication procedures

Language Requirements

• Fluency in the English and preferable fluency in Ga and Twi languages

Other Skills Required

• Knowledge of radio communication procedures
• Experience with using or researching the use of new data sources to produce official documents is desirable.
• Experience in conducting analytical or methodological research in Security Risk Management is desirable.
• Solid computers skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint);
• Physically fit

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 05 April, 2019

Women are strongly encouraged to apply

{Unicef,Accra ,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,02 Apr-2019};

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Purpose of the Position

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer is accountable for the accomplishment of the stated key end-results by providing professional expertise and assistance in information/data collection, statistics and data analysis, monitoring & evaluation (M&E), preparation of reports, communication and partnership, and in implementing training programmes for national and sub-national data collection, monitoring, evaluation and research capacity building with special attention to the interest, concern and participation of primary stakeholders.

Key Expected Results

• Integrated Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Planning (IMEP) is prepared and in place to provide strategic priority and realistic plan of activities for M&E.
• Timely monitoring and measurement of changes in conditions due to programme or policies in country or region are conducted with the participation of relevant partners and are provided to the Country Office and national partners to facilitate national planning, and assess the impact of the programmes and policies, and report on the progress being made.
• Country Office Performance is systematically monitored and data for key indicators of the Annual Management Plan and management reports are collected, analyzed and made available to management and the Country Management Team, using standard reporting formats and the Country Office’s own monitoring system trackME. An interactive online map of UNICEF Ghana intervention regions, districts and communities is prepared and frequently updated.
• Evaluation is designed and carried out with quality process and products in line with priority and strategy. Evaluation findings, recommendations and reports are used to improve programme performance and are effectively disseminated to the intended audience. Major partners are kept abreast and/or contribute to these exercises as required.
• The monitoring and evaluation capacities of Country Office staff and national partners are strengthened, enabling them to increasingly engage in and lead monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Effective communication and partnerships are achieved in carrying out integrated planning of research, monitoring and evaluation activities within the Country Office and with the Regional office, and with all other stakeholders, including national partners, the UN Country Team and the international community; and the results are shared with all partners to stimulate joint engagement.

Qualification Required & Experience

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• A University degree in social sciences, development planning, planning, evaluation, survey implementation, advanced statistical research.
• Professional work experience in programme development and implementation including monitoring and evaluation activities
• One year of strong relevant professional work experience in the specific areas mentioned.
• Expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) would be a great asset.
• Professional technical knowledge/expertise in demography, statistics, and data management.
• Methodology of M&E, theories, standards and models, quantitative/qualitative/mixed methods, validity/reliability testing of data, data analysis and interpretation, and statistical inference methods.
• Professional technical knowledge/expertise in Activity Monitoring & Evaluation, Evaluation Design, data analysis, and reporting.
• Gender equality and diversity awareness
• Field work experience is required
• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 02 April, 2019

{Marie Stopes Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Diploma / HND / Degree,N/A,15 Mar-2019};

The job holder is required to collect high quality data from the sexual reproductive health industry for research purposes.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake field visits to administer questionnaires within your region
• Observe and respect all community protocols and ensure compliance with the ethical provisions in researches
• Writing reports from field work
• Any other related duties which will come up

Qualification Required & Experience

• Any tertiary certificate (Diploma / HND) in any discipline
• Degree in Social Sciences will be an advantage

This is a local position. Interested Non-Ghanaians must therefore have the necessary legal permits required to work in Ghana.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified applicants should follow the link below to apply:

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 15 March, 2019

{Hospitaller Order of St. John of God,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,15 Mar-2019};

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment as Project Coordinator at the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, Amrahia.

Job Purpose

• To assist in the in the preparation and implementation of policies and projects

Qualification Required & Experience

• Must possess at least a good first degree
• Must have a certificate in Project Management
• Possession of postgraduate degree in business would be added advantage
• 5 years of working experience in Project Management of which at least 3 years should have been at a senior management level
• Must be above reproach
• Must exhibit high leadership qualities and organizational skills
• Must have the capacity to motivate and direct staff
• Demonstrate evidence of high qualities of sound judgement, initiative and professionalism

Remuneration: Salaries and fringe benefits attached to the position are attractive

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be submitted to:

The Provincial Secretary,
St. Augustine Secretary,
Hospitaller Order of St. John of God
Post Office Box CT 3496,
Accra

Or email to:

augustineprovince2013@gmail.com

Closing Date: 15 March, 2019

{WAPCAS,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,14 Mar-2019};

To ensure effective implementation of the of the grant, WAPCAS requests applications from qualified and resourceful individuals to be engaged as a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Manager.

The M&E Manager in collaboration with the technical team will ensure that all project activities are implemented according to the specifications in the scope of work and in relation to the agreed indicators. The M&E Manager will also play a key role in the overall management and coordination of the project.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the development of M&E plans and data collection tools for effective monitoring and evaluation of all project activities and timely reporting
• Collate, review and analyse data from implementation sites for improved programming
• Support the capacity building process of SRs and WAPCAS direct officers in data management and reporting.
• Plan and undertake on-site Data verification (OSDV) with the M&E team
• Support the periodic review of implementation strategies for effective programming
• Support the completion and submission of progress update and disbursement request (PUDR) template to the Country Team of the Global Fund
• Represent WAPCAS at M&E and other related meetings
• Plan and undertake periodic data audit as and when necessary
• In collaboration with management identify any M&E related technical assistance needs for project staff and SRs
• Be part of any workshop and conferences as may be necessary
• Be part of the organisation and facilitation of training workshops for field teams and other support teams

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Project Management, Information Management, Statistics or related field. Candidates with statistics background will stand a better chance
• 5 to 10 years of experience in M&E in a comparable organisation
• Good level of proficiency in Windows Excel and quantitative analysis
• Experience in program design and M&E plan development
• Experience in working with a non-governmental organisation (desirable)
• Experience in operational research will be an added advantage

Other Skills

• Demonstrated ability to train and build capacity of others
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills and managerial capacity

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be submitted to:

The Executive Director
Ghana-West Africa Programme to
Combat AIDS and STI (WAPCAS)
Post Office Box AT 1010
Achimota – Accra

Closing Date: 14 March, 2019

{International Justice Mission (IJM),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,24 Mar-2019};

The Need

International Justice Mission (IJM) is a fast growing international organization working to protect some of the most vulnerable and oppressed people from violent forces of injustice by securing rescue and restoration for victims and ensuring public justice systems work for the poor. IJM is seeking a talented Caseworker to join the Aftercare team to facilitate psycho-social services to child survivors of forced labor trafficking and their primary caregivers.

The position is based in Accra with frequent travels to other parts of the country, including the Volta Region; and reports to the Director of Casework.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate crisis care, advocacy and assessments for children coming out of forced labor trafficking situations and ensure all victims receive legally mandated government protections.
• Assist IJM multidisciplinary teams and law enforcement officers in conducting child-sensitive interviews with victims and witnesses regarding forced labor trafficking that can be utilized in ongoing investigations, legal proceedings, and aftercare assessments.
• Support victims and witnesses throughout judicial proceedings in partnership with multidisciplinary teams of advocates and care providers.
• Complete comprehensive needs assessments, including family and community assessments, toward the safe reunification of a survivor to his or her family and home community.
• Work with Casework Managers and partner providers to implement treatment plans for the sustained restoration of the child survivor, based on assessed needs of the child and his or her primary caregivers and in accordance with IJM Minimum Standards of Care.
• Facilitate reunification service referrals through a network of partner providers.
• Assist Casework Managers to implement strategies for the provision of direct assistance to survivors and their families in cases where aftercare stakeholders are unable or unwilling to address critical needs.
• Thoroughly document and monitor service provision and progress of participants within IJM’s internal electronic database (CTMS).
• Undertake other duties and responsibilities as required to ensure the sustained restoration of child survivors, in line with IJM’s Minimum Standards of Care.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Graduate with Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or relevant field.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, especially with children and their caregivers, the indigent and
• otherwise vulnerable individuals.
• Experience in building collaborative partnerships with other social service providers.
• Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Excellent listening and analytical skills.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Fluency in any two of the following languages: Ewe, Dangbe and Twi.

Critical Qualities

• Strong result-orientation.
• Passionate commitment to IJM’s mission and values.
• Mature Christian faith.
• Strongly committed to child protection principles against unlawful child labor.
• Attention to detail organized and disciplined with priorities.
• Professional in demeanor, appearance, writing and oral communication.
• Works well under stress with a sustained positive attitude.
• Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
• Intelligent, creative and proactive problem solver.
• Strong value of teamwork and collaboration, particularly within a multidisciplinary
• framework.

The Mission

The mission of International Justice Mission is to protect people from violent forces of injustice by securing rescue and restoration for victims and ensuring public justice systems work for the poor.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send Cover Letter, Resume, & Statement of Faith* By E-mail :

ghanarecruiting@ijm.org

Closing Date: 24 March, 2019

*What is a statement of faith?

A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.

{GIZ,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,3 years,14 Feb-2019};

Responsibilities

• Support the GIZ Governance Programme’s initiative to provide professional advice and input to the development and implementation of measures which strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation in Ghana
• Manage a work package engaging civil society organisations and professional organisations for taxpayer education eactivities and grassroots community engagement nationwide
• Engage and coordinate with governmental institutions to leverage and build on present activities
• Coordinate and contribute to content development for various target groups and dissemination activities
• Contribute to reporting and knowledge management activities
• Other tasks as required

Qualification Required & Experience

Required qualifications, competences and experience

• Master’s degree in a relevant field, e.g. education, communications, project management
• At least 3 years of professional experience in a comparable position
• Strong networker and communicator. Good knowledge of civil society, traditional authorities, public education system and/or creative arts industry in Ghana
• Interest in public finance topics, in particular revenue collection, budgeting and accountability
• Motivated team player with an organised, independent, proactive, and goal-oriented work approach
• Relevant practical experience in project management, stakeholder engagement and coordination
• Very good working knowledge of MS Office
• Willingness to broaden and deepen skills with regard to the GIZ capacity building approach

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae and a one page letter addressing the applicant’s motivation by email to:

hr-ghana@giz.de

Closing Date: 14 February, 2019

Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants would be contacted.

{UNDP,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,28 Feb-2019};

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Horizon scanning and market intelligence for the Ghana Accelerator Lab

• Identify, visualize and communicate emerging development trends, data, technologies and issues with a particular focus on the edges and “below the radar screen” events, opportunities and players, and systemically map their impacts on economy, environment, society, and livelihoods of the poorest.
• Together with the Accelerator lab team, map and assess local solutions and define pathways for their scale up in policies or markets
• Identify new sources of evidence and insights, analyze and visualize patterns in unstructured sources of data, present new insights in accessible and comprehensive ways to enable sensemaking and analysis
• Proactively explore and identify the new methods/approaches and frontier knowledge to tackle development challenges, collaborate with the Experimentation lead to turn these into learning options for addressing specific policy issues in the country
• Contribute to the formulation of the Accelerator Lab service lines to the UNDP Country Programme based on findings from horizon scanning, systems’ mapping, and local knowledge

2. Partnership and resource mobilization

• Map potential partners across the public and private sectors with versatile expertise to strengthen the Lab’s capacities for acceleration thereby expanding the Lab’s distributed network both nationally and internationally
• Explore the diversification of funding and investment sources through proactively mapping potential partners and building value proposition for their investment in the Lab and its portfolio of experiments
• Anticipate the emerging needs, shape the demand from the clients and support the CO to develop a pipeline of emerging projects responding to those
• Coordinate the partnerships and communicate the activities and progresses of relevant projects with partners.

3. Organizational learning and interface with the core business of UNDP

• Support identification of future skills required for the Accelerator Lab, the Country Programme and Lab’s clients
• Design and deliver horizon scanning trainings for partners and UNDP, help embed horizon scanning and attention to the ‘edge’ activities in the CO and with the partners
• Organize and implement knowledge sharing and network events;
• Lead other activities related to the design and operations of the Accelerator Lab

4. Working out loud

• Share findings from the exploration on future trends, new methodologies/approaches, potential partnership, funding opportunities, and others within UNDP and with partners;
• Proactively use blog posts and social media to share insights, attract partners and help position Accelerator Lab at the forefront of the exploration of new trends.

Competencies

• Innovation – Ability to make new and useful ideas work: Adept with complex concepts and challenges convention purposefully. Catalyzes new ideas, methods, and applications to pave a path for innovation and continuous improvement in professional area of expertise.
• Leadership – Ability to persuade others to follow: Generates commitment, excitement and excellence in others.
• People Management – Ability to improve performance and satisfaction: Models independent thinking and action.
• Communication – Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform: Synthesizes information to communicate independent analysis.
• Delivery – Ability to get things done while exercising good judgement: Meets goals and quality criteria for delivery of products or service.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

• Master’s degree in Social sciences, Data science, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or related field and minimum of 2 years of professional experience in development programming or policy; social innovation; partnership building; engagement (public and private sector) and/or resource mobilization.

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in Social sciences, Data science, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or related field and minimum of 4 years of professional experience in development programming or policy; social innovation; partnership building; engagement (public and private sector) and/or resource mobilization.

Experience:

• Professional experience in development programming or policy and social innovation;
• Demonstrated capacity in horizon scanning;

Experience in following areas is desirable but not necessary:

• Professional experience in partnership building and engagement (public and private sector) and resource mobilization;
• Proven professional knowledge and experience in at least one of the following: Future thinking and Foresight, research, and Systems Mapping;
• Key awareness of key global and regional trends;
• Demonstrated access to networks of edge innovators.

Language Requirements:

• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 28 February, 2019