{Discovery Learning Alliance,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A,N/A,01 Feb-2019};

Key Responsibilities

• To guide and support country-level teacher trainer-coaching managers in their technical oversight and support of DP2 technical teams geared toward strengthening staff capacities and bringing about more consistent, higher levels of quality in their training, coaching and mentoring of teachers in project schools
• To distil and incorporate in DP2 approaches and investments over time – key project learning on what is working (and not) to advance teaching, learning and transition objectives, grounded in M&E data
• To share such learning and support the country director to engage regularly with partner government education offices in project areas with the aim of advancing local ownership and sustainability and over time, integrating successful interventions within the education system and
• More broadly, to work closely with the DLA’s country and regional directors to share evidence of what works and to connect more visibly with national government, DFID and other education sector partners for cross-learning and joint efforts to advance shared aims at scale

Qualification Required & Experience

• Strong education and pedagogical background (classroom experience preferred) in areas such as effective teaching and learning of primary-level English and Mathematics, student-centered approaches, equity and inclusion, formative assessment and more
• Ability to marry knowledge and best practice internationally with local realities of education sector work in Africa, translating theory into practical and contextually appropriate guidance and support to DP2 country managers and field teams
• Significant work capturing and disseminating evidence of impact and learning (on what works) from education projects such as DP2
• Demonstrated experience worknig with Minsitries of Education and contributing to education policy dialogue and education sector review and planning processes
• Strong communications skills, including capacity to produce polished reports and PPT presentations

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Candidates should send a letter of interest and CV to:

ghanarecruit2019@gmail.com

Closing Date: 01 February, 2019

{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,31 Jan-2019};

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), Ghana Operational Hub based in Accra –Ghana with Country Offices in Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone with compelling solid reputation across the globe in delivery of its core mandates in the areas of Project Management, Infrastructure and Procurement.

What drives us is a passion to fight inequalities and to provide opportunities to those most vulnerable. This means we often work in the most challenging environments, building foundations for communities to function and people to live with dignity and respect.

To succeed here, he/she need to be able to combine creativity with the organizational skills to manage numerous different projects to tight deadlines simultaneously, as well as working with the different units to meet their expectations.

We are therefore, looking for intellectually curious talented qualified Ghanaians with solid Partnership acumen, excellent communication skills with stakeholder focus to join the formidable team. Things happen quickly at UNOPS-Ghana Operational Hub and the work culture encourages you to be an enthusiastic team player – a self-starter who can work cross-functionally and isn’t frightened to take risks or try out new ways of doing things within UNOPS.

This position will be provided with a multi- the Country Offices responsibilities within the hub and will be travelling 1/3 or more of the time.

Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Ghana Operational Hub Director and, in close coordination with the Regional Office and the Partnerships Practice Group, the Partnerships Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing the partnership and programme development plan for the Operational Hub.

• Partnership and programme development planning
• Development and follow up of partnership opportunities
• Representation, inter-agency collaboration and partnership development
• Knowledge management and innovation
• Support the GHOH

1. Partnership and programme development planning

• Develop a comprehensive partnership and programme development plan in line with UNOPS Strategic Plan and Regional Strategies, including country context, analysis of the regional and national development and humanitarian landscape, identification of main partners, strategic positioning of UNOPS in the potential operational niches identified, as well as grow a pipeline opportunities for all countries within scope of the Ghana Operational Hub. Ensure plan reflects in-house capacity, typology of projects and the internal tools and knowledge resources.
• Examine risks and opportunities presented by the strategic positioning of the Ghana Operational Hub and propose appropriate responses to ensure sustainable growth.
• Coordinate and collaborate with relevant Partnerships personnel at local, liaison and HQ level, as well as Project Managers and project personnel of the country offices covered by the hub to ensure aligned and coherent interactions with partners.

2. Develop opportunities

• Monitor and evaluate humanitarian and development trends and needs to identify areas of collaboration within UNOPS mandate and existing capacity.
• Research events, publications and announcements, to track and screen opportunities for possible UNOPS interventions and identify trends that will drive partnership opportunities
• Provide support and feedback to GHOH Director, Regional Office and UNOPS HQ on the development of framework partnership agreements that can increase opportunities at the regional level.
• Contribute to the identification, design, formulation and negotiation of new projects and programs and draft concept notes and project document briefs for discussion with partners.
• Maintain the system in alignment with UNOPS corporate guidelines.
• Coordinate technical and financial requirements, and negotiate proposals to close new project opportunities.
• Drafts agreements and/or contractual documents required for the signature and implementation of new projects.
• Understand and clearly explain UNOPS pricing policy to partners.
• Contribute to the diversification of the Ghana Operational Hub in line with UNOPS strategic and Regional objectives.
• In coordination with the Communications and Reporting personnel, when available, gather content for communications and outreach materials for any countries managed by the hub.

3. Representation and inter-agency partnership

• Establish partnerships with UN agencies, international organizations, governments, foundations, international NGOs and private sector organizations to diversify project opportunities within the Operational Hub.
• Undertake advocacy, public information and communication activities in collaboration with the Communications Officer, when required.
• On behalf of the Ghana Operational Hub Director and/or Head of Programme, participate in and report on the relevant inter-agency, donor and government coordination meetings including addressing project development issues in consultation with UNOPS project managers and technical experts when required. Take part in UN common planning and programming processes, including strategic country analysis, UNDAF, response plans, etc.
• Build a network of key partners, keeping abreast of evolving trends (social, economic, and political), including the application of innovation to project and partnership development.

4. Knowledge management and innovation

• Implement standards, tools and templates provided by HQ to effectively manage partnership and project development within the Ghana Operational Hub to enhance/maintain UNOPS effectiveness as a provider of project services for sustainable results.
• Contribute to the ongoing research, development and implementation of best practice and innovative approaches to maximise performance and sustain achievements in project and partnership development.
• Help build partnerships capacity and negotiation skills among project managers.
• Contribute to the dissemination and sharing of best practices and lessons learned for planning and knowledge building within project and partnership development.
• Provide regular feedback on existing systems, tools and resources to ensure its relevance to day-to-day operations.

5. Support to GHOH

• Lead the preparation of Hub Director’s Business development Missions to all Hub countries including, scheduling, meeting briefs preparation, background notes preparation and ensure follow up.
• Support other GHOH Country managers in business development activities, including support to develop concept notes/proposals, managing pre-engagement entries into one UNOPS and engagement with internal and external stakeholders for engagement acquisition.

Impact of Results

The effective and successful achievement of results by the Partnerships Specialist impacts on the performance of the Operational Hub by maintaining a robust and diverse pipeline of project opportunities, which leads to sustainable growth and strengthens the achievements of UNOPS management results and the fulfilment of its mandate.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Public Administration, International Development, Political Science, Communications or International Relations.
• A Bachelor’s Degree with an additional two (2) years of relevant work experience will be considered.
• A Diploma Certification with four (4) additional years of Relevant work experience will also be considered.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in an international development including demonstrated experience in:
• Developing and executing partnership and programme development plans;
• Project development and proposal writing;
• Acquisition of projects;
• Establishing partnerships with UN agencies, international development organizations, governments, foundations, international NGOs or private sector organizations is required.
• Prior experience working in project and programme management experience, international organizations, international development, post-disaster and/or emergency contexts is highly desirable.

Language requirements:

• Full working knowledge of written and spoken English is required.

• Fluency in one or more additional official UNOPS languages is an advantage.

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: 31 January, 2019

{International Justice Mission (IJM),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,18 Jan-2019};

The Need

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a qualified and energetic professional to help ensure that all IJM programs have high-quality monitoring in order to produce evidence of performance and impact. The successful candidate will be experienced in program design, data management, monitoring, and/or data quality assurance in the international development, public health or justice sector arena. This position is based at Accra with some national and international travel whenever necessary and will report to the Director of System Reform.

Responsibilities

Data Management and Results Dissemination

• Coordinate data collection, reporting and analysis efforts and provide ongoing support to local partner organizations;
• Lead on data summaries/aggregation for monthly and quarterly reporting to IJM Headquarters and external donors;
• Implement regular data quality audits of program monitoring data and work with teams to correct data errors;
• Oversee the dissemination of key program monitoring data (organizational dashboard, etc.); and
• Develop and embed system to track the collection, review, and use of monitoring data.

Embed High-Quality Monitoring into Programs

• Provide technical assistance to programs so that they have a plausible plan to show achievement of outcomes and contribution to impact;
• Provide input into the design of new/revision of current programs, especially on baseline assessments, monitoring indicators, and evaluation plans;
• Review draft program proposals/plans for the quality of their monitoring and evaluation methodologies and plans;
• Participate in multi-disciplinary internal evaluation teams, including the development of terms of reference for external evaluators;
• Act as point person for consultants conducting M&E work in-country; and
• Participate in the planning for, execution of, and program re-design after external evaluations.

Increase Strong Monitoring Competence among Program Team

• Mentor program staff on relevant monitoring issues;
• Assemble and disseminate relevant resource materials, templates, and guidance documentation; and
• Keep abreast of and adapt programs to key developments in the monitoring arena.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, international development, evaluation, research, program management or another related field, Master’s Degree preferred;
• Minimum of 5 years of successful experience in program monitoring, data management and/or evaluation – including:

1) designing, managing, or monitoring a complex program;
2) conducting data quality audits or quality assurance assessments;
3) capturing, synthesizing, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data;
4) presenting program monitoring or quality assurance results effectively to stakeholders;
5) training program staff on data management or monitoring issues; and
6) establishing an evaluation design.

• Exceptional ability in written and oral communications and presentation skills
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Experience working cross-culturally
• Knowledge of statistics and of common qualitative and quantitative methodologies, a plus
• Experience with statistical software and project management information systems, a plus

Critical Qualities

• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
• Analytical thinker;
• Strong organization skills, with high level attention to detail;
• Effective as a team player;
• Self-starter with strong initiative;
• Strong, developed leadership ability;
• Proactive, creative problem-solver; and
• Flexible and productive under pressure.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Please email a resume, cover letter, and statement of faith to:

ghanarecruiting@ijm.org

Closing Date: 18 January, 2019

The Mission

International Justice Mission is a human rights agency that secures justice for victims of slavery, sexual exploitation and other forms of violent oppression. IJM lawyers, investigators and aftercare professionals work with local officials to ensure immediate victim rescue and aftercare, to prosecute perpetrators and to promote functioning public justice systems.

{International Justice Mission (IJM),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,1 years,18 Jan-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 an entry level Investigator who will be responsible for conducting and monitoring forced labor trafficking investigations and securing reliable, timely and actionable information concerning victims and perpetrators of criminal activity within the project area. This position, which reports to the Director of Investigations, is initially based in Accra but upon reasonable notice employee will transfer to other parts of Ghana.

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough working knowledge of relevant laws and criminal procedures regarding investigations;
• Develop a thorough working knowledge of the modus operandi of forced labor traffickers in the project area;
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all investigations, investigative strategies, and other privileged and sensitive information;
• Recruit and maintain a network of operatives and informants who provide reliable, timely and actionable information regarding cases of forced labor trafficking;
• Assist investigation team in strategizing forced labor trafficking investigations;
• Conduct collaborative and independent forced labor trafficking investigations;
• Conduct collaborative and independent surveillance to locate victims and suspects;
• Write detailed, daily investigative reports;
• Assist in the planning of rescue and arrest operations;
• Assist IJM in building relationships of mutual trust and benefit with key government and non-government actors to ensure holistic care and protection of IJM clients consistent with the law and best practices;
• Assist in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and best practices for effective IJM-assisted investigations and interventions on behalf of victims;
• Serve, if necessary, as a witness within criminal court;
• Comply with all IJM, government, and donor requirements;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with members of other departments within the Field Office; and
• Carry out additional assignments as required by the Director of Investigations, FOD or his designee.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university preferred but not required;
• One year experience in conducting criminal investigation preferred but not required;
• Fluency and professionalism in oral and written communication in English as well as Ada, Ewe or Krobo;
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office applications preferred but not required;
• No criminal record; and
• Licensed and able to drive a four-wheeled motor vehicle.

Critical Qualities

• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
• Willingness to work under potentially hazardous conditions;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Disciplined with priorities;
• Patient and able to work well under stress;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, personable, with a heart for service and sustained positive attitude;
• Punctual; manages time and resources effectively;
• Diplomatic, flexible, and mature in judgment;
• Effective team player and leader; and
• Evident passion to help people suffering injustice and oppression.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Send Cover Letter, Resume, & Statement of Faith*

By E-mail :

ghanarecruiting@ijm.org

Closing Date: 18 January, 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.

The Mission

The mission of International Justice Mission is to protect the poor from violence by rescuing victims, bringing the criminals to justice, restoring survivors to safety and strength, and helping local law enforcement build a safe future that lasts.

{ActionAid Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,05 Dec-2018};

ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.

ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ experienced and self- motivated individuals to fillthe following positions in its head office in Accra.

Detailed information relating to the positions with respect to qualification, person specification, responsibilities and competencies are available on the ActionAid Ghana website.

The summarized profiles of the various positions are as follows: Child Sponsorship and High Value Manager

Job Purpose:

• The main purpose of this position is to effectively manage child sponsorship across the Affiliate Programme, leading to efficient and timely servicing of supporters and their retention. The holder of the position shall also manage and coordinate high value funding opportunities within and outside Ghana for improved resource mobilisation to implement AAG’s Country Strategic Paper.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Second Degree in relevant field with at least 5 years’ working experience;
• Membership of a relevant professional institute desirable.

TECHNICAL (State core job knowledge /skills required for successful execution of the job).

• Relationship Management
• Proposal writing skills
• Writing and editing skills
• Marketing skills
• Contracts management
• Knowledge in group/community facilitation and photography
• Good communication skills
• Computer skills
• Database administration
• Have practical experience in proposal development and managing donor/supporter relationships

MANAGERIAL (State core managerial knowledge/skills required for successful execution of the job)

• Decision-making and innovation
• People management skills
• Experience in training, coaching, mentoring and developing others.
• Planning and organising
• Must be able to work with very little supervision.

PERSONALITY (State core personal attributes required for successful execution of the job

• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment
• Gender sensitivity
• Child sensitivity.
• Integrity
• Teamwork
• Tolerance
• Interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Confidentiality
• Organised and meticulous

Salary: This role is on SM4 of ActionAid Ghana’s Salary Structure.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.

Click Here To Download Application Forms

Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:-

jobs.ghana@actionaid.org

or forwarded to:

The Head of HROD/ Administration
P. O. Box AN 19083,
Accra-North.

Or call us on:

+ 233-244-316392 / +233-28-9109560

Closing Date: 05 December, 2018

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

“ActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.”

 

 

{ActionAid Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,10 years,05 Dec-2018};

ActionAid (AA) is a global movement of people working together to further human rights for all and end poverty.

ActionAid Ghana (AAG), an Affiliate of ActionAid is looking to employ experienced and self- motivated individuals to fillthe following positions in its head office in Accra.

Detailed information relating to the positions with respect to qualification, person specification, responsibilities and competencies are available on the ActionAid Ghana website.

The summarized profiles of the various positions are as follows: Head of Programmes, Innovation and Campaigns

Job Purpose:

• The main purpose of this position is to lead on AAG strategy development and provide leadership and technical support for the implementation of the Country Strategy Paper (CSP) at the programme level to promote high-quality programming, innovations, policy, advocacy, campaigns, learning & knowledge management rooted in AAG’s mission priorities to ensure that results are achieved in relation to ActionAid’s goals of ending poverty and injustice.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Must have a high degree (at least Masters Level) and a membership of relevant professional body with at least 10 years of work experience in the development sector of which 5 must be at a senior management position.
• Having international experience will be an added advantage.

TECHNICAL (State core job knowledge/skills required for successful execution of the job)

• HRBA programming
• Advocacy and campaign
• Ability to develop strategies and framework
• Ability to monitor and evaluate programmes
• Fund raising and lobbying skills
• Project management skills
• Abreast with development theories and practice
• Abreast with national development strategies and frameworks

MANAGERIAL (State core managerial knowledge/skills required for successful execution of the job)

• Leadership; visionary; coaching; group leadership; delegation; planning and organization; management control; customer orientation; entrepreneurship; market orientation; self-directed; networking; problem analysis; results orientation; quality orientation; judgment; organizational sensitivity; extra-organizational awareness; learning ability; self-motivated; oral communication; oral presentation; written communication; active listening skills; sensitivity; persuasiveness; impact; sociability; stress tolerance, influencing / negotiating, hardworking, able to work under pressure.

PERSONALITY (State core personal attributes required for successful execution of the job)

• Ability to work effectively in a cross-cultural, Gender sensitivity, Child sensitivity. Integrity, Good communication skills, Tolerance, Interpersonal, Negotiation skills, Teamwork, Confidentiality, Creativity, Adaptability, Independence, Tenacity, behavioural flexibility, Initiative, Ambition, Discipline, Organizational loyalty

Job Circumstances:

• All positions shall be ona three (3) year renewable employment contract on national terms and conditions.

Salary: This role is on SM5 of ActionAid Ghana’s Salary Structure.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Curriculum Vitae (CVs) are NOT acceptable.

Click Here To Download Application Forms

Completed Application Forms should be emailed to:-

jobs.ghana@actionaid.org

or forwarded to:

The Head of HROD/ Administration
P. O. Box AN 19083,
Accra-North.

Or call us on:

+ 233-244-316392 / +233-28-9109560

Closing Date: 05 December, 2018

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

“ActionAid Ghana is an equal opportunities employer. Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.”

{GIZ,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,25 Nov-2018};

We are looking for Strategic Advisors (Improving Collection and Management of internally generated funds to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic advice to government of Ghana institutions on strengthening the collection and management of internally generated funds to further support Ghana’s decentralisation process
• Proactively engaging with partners, such as the Ministry for local governance and rural development, the Ministry of Finance, the IGF Working Group, the institute of local government studies to drive-forward and further develop viable policy and organisational reform initiatives and capacity building approaches for the promotion and enforcement of internally generated funds to support Ghana to move beyond aid
• Devising and proposing well-structyred strategies, capacity development approaches and learning formats for the collection and management of internally generated funds to roll them out nationwide
• Developing ready-to-use technical concepts, including guidelines, manuals and procedures
• Coordinating with GIZ colleagues and external consultants for input, roll-out and implementation of developed strategies, approaches and formats in SfDR’s partner regions, municipalities, districts and assemblies
• Developing, facilitating and moderating meetings, workshops and seminars with various stakeholder group, mainly at the national level. Reporting on outcomes and following-up on decisions taken
• Contributing to the identification and promotion of synergies with other programme components, GIZ projects and national and subnational revenue mobilisation efforts
• Keeping abreast of emerging international trends and innovation in local public finance to further strengthen Ghana’s IGF collections and management
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Law, public policy, public administration, education, economics, political science or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years progressive work experience in a relevant field
• Proven management skills and excellent organisational skills and ability to work on one’s own initiative at the conception level in a structured way
• Strategic thinking and excellent drafting skills in English language to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to advise senior management and other senior officials of approaches and techniques to address complex and sensitive issues
• Strong communication and coordination skills in order to bring together stakeholders and balance their interests
• Motivated team player with an organized, independent, systematic detail and goal oriented work approach. Ability to quickly grasp complex issues
• Very good working knowledge of MS office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

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

hr-ghana@giz.de

Closing Date: 25 November, 2018

{Unicef,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,04 Dec-2018};

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.

Job Title: Planning Specialist, (NOC), Accra, Ghana # 63173
Job Number: 517982 | Vacancy Link
Locations: Africa: Ghana
Work Type : Fixed Term Staff

For every child,

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, always and in everything the organization does in programs, in advocacy and in operations. UNICEF is committed to ensure special protection for the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, and to translate this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, all children should have the opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life – in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions – her or his rights are violated. Evidence shows that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential. It will also lead to sustained growth and stability of countries which can accelerate progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the inclusive and equitable development of nation.

Ghana is a lower middle-income country experiencing a period of sustained political stability and economic growth, averaging 5.5 percent for 2018-2022. Its underlying political stability is expected to endure and support continued economic transformation. Ghana enjoys relatively positive social development trends, including in the areas of health, education and social protection with reduced rates of infant and under-5 mortality, stunting and child poverty. However, significant disparities in development outcomes continue to disproportionately affect rural populations and especially poor families with children. Ghana continues to be affected by persistent development challenges, including increased inequality, slowed poverty reduction with increased extreme poverty in some parts of the country. Overall, a significant unfinished development agenda for children remains to be addressed in Ghana, particularly for children and young people. 38 percent of Ghana’s population is below 15 years of age. UNICEF partners with the Government of Ghana to strengthen social systems that can advance the realization of children’s rights domestically. Under the framework of the UNICEF-Government of Ghana Country Programme of Cooperation (2018-2022), UNICEF is leveraging national and international capacity, knowledge, and technology in priority areas such as health and nutrition, water, sanitation and hygiene, quality basic education, and the protection of children from violence, abuse and exploitation.

How can you make a difference?

The Planning Specialist will provide appropriate and timely support to ensure the quality comprehensiveness and completeness of country office planning, programme management, programme performance monitoring and reporting processes. This includes support to the development and maintenance of quality assurance processes within and between programme sectors, the provision of technical assistance and the design, production and dissemination of quality Knowledge Management products and processes for the country office. The Planning Specialist will also supervise the implementation of Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfer (HACT) processes in the country office, including Programme Assurance Monitoring visits.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Provide quality and timely support to country office programme management processes.

• Supports a robust system for country programme management and coordination at the country office, comprising programme planning, implementation monitoring, results assessment and reporting.
• Verifies and maintains completeness and accuracy of content in statutory planning and reporting documents and in the document management system for the country programme. Ensures the accurate and timely availability of programme information in various computerized systems, including the Vision Planning Outline and Emergency Response and Preparedness portal.
• Supports the fulfilment of statutory planning and reporting commitments by the country office, including the availability of information through corporate tools and E-Systems.
• Monitors the achievement results and targets of the Annual Work plans and Annual Management Plan priorities.
• Supports the implementation and documentation of Country Management/Programme Management meetings. Prepares programme status reports, briefing notes and other documentation as required for management (and external partners). Ensures availability and dissemination of up-to-date information for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
• Supports the coordination and management of intersectoral programmes.

Supports the functioning of a robust quality assurance system over programme development and performance review

• Supports all country programme development and review processes relevant for UNICEF, including the formulation of results and resources frameworks, programme strategy notes, annual work plans and the annual management plan.
• Provides guidance and technical assistance to country office staff during the development of statutory country programme documents.
• Supports the development, quality assurance and review of programme/ project strategies, proposals and agreements. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of donor reports, verifies compliance with donor obligation and respective UNICEF external reporting standards.
• Supports the preparation for and documentation of all statutory country planning and review events and processes, such as strategic moments of reflection, mid-term reviews, and annual and mid-year reviews, ensuring consistency with results of the country programme.
• Supports the quality assurance of statutory programme documents. Ensures systems for performance management to strengthen Results Based Planning and Management, as well as other key UNICEF and UNDG programming principles.
• Provides assurance on the application of UNICEF programme standards across the country office, including pilot/ model approaches, annual work plan development, monitoring processes and implementation of standard procedures for programme planning, management and (internal and external) reporting.
• Quality assures and consolidates country office inputs to UN (the Common Country Assessment, UN Development Assistance Framework, joint programmes, joint work plans, etc.) statutory programme processes and reports, and to UNICEF in Ghana’s on-going contribution to regional and global priorities for UNICEF.

Serve as focal point to maintain country office capacity in HRBAP and RBM/ RBB

• Provides technical support to key programme staff in HRBAP and RBM/ RBB and identifies and supports related training needs for capacity building.
• Supports country office staff in effectively using relevant corporate performance management systems (namely Vision/ InSight, including Performance Dashboards, RAM and Management reports/ E-tools/ TrackMe etc.).
• Supports the introduction and use of approaches, methods and practices for programme management.
• Supports the training of counterparts and NGO partners on programme development and planning and HACT management.
• Where appropriate, assists in strengthening national planning processes including those at decentralized level to ensure that the needs of vulnerable children, women and families are considered in the planning phase of the development plans.

Supports the country office Knowledge Management function

• Supports the development of a comprehensive knowledge management function at the country office.
• Supports best practice sharing and application of relevant tools and platforms across the country office with the aim of improving programme management practices.
• In collaboration with the M&E Specialist, facilitates the implementation of the Costed Evaluation Plan and the country office PRIME.
• Supports the documentation, packaging and dissemination of key programme results, knowledge, experience, good practices and lesson learned including from UNICEF evaluation and research. Support the development, packaging and dissemination of appropriate communication and advocacy messages and information related to the country programme.

Provides support to Programme Monitoring and Assurance, including the analysis of the situation on of the Rights of the Child

• Supports the progressive development of a comprehensive programme monitoring function at the country office.
• Facilitates the regular analysis of the Situation on the Rights of Women and Children, including by securing robust data, diverse analyses and methodology to enable a comprehensive and periodic analysis.
• Provides supervision and oversight for the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT) including the timely planning and implementation of Programme Monitoring Visits.
• Undertakes Programme Assurance and monitoring visits in the field. Identifies problems and provides alternative course of action to accelerate / improve programme delivery. As needed, conducts joint assurance reviews with government counterparts and other partners.

Qualification Required & Experience

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

• An advanced university degree in social sciences, demography, development planning, statistics or related technical field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at national level in programme planning, management, monitoring and evaluation. Practical experience in knowledge management.
• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official 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: 04 December, 2018

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

The competencies required for this post are….

View our competency framework at

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.