{High Commission of Canada,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,23 Aug-2018};

Summary of position:

• The RSPO supports the Mission Security Officer (MSO) in his/her duties, mainly ensuring the mission is always in a state of readiness to respond to emergencies affecting Canadian communities abroad as well as maintaining and enhancing the mission’s operational and physical security.
• Under the direction of the MSO, the RSPO may be required to: supervise contract guards as directed by the MSO; compile Security Standard Operating Procedures; recommend and implement standard mitigation features and practices for ensuring security of persons, information, and physical property; conduct training for employees; develop and maintain a network of contacts with local community and governmental security services; and perform other related duties.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

• Minimum bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or a combination of relevant education, training and experience in the field of security, i.e. Emergency or crisis management, security awareness training, Government or private security firm experience.

Essential qualifications:

• Applicants must clearly and explicitly demonstrate in both their application letter and résumé that they meet the essential qualifications on education, language and experience criteria listed to be screened into this competition. Only candidates that meet the language, experience and education qualifications will be invited for assessment.

Languages:

• Fluency in English (oral & written)
• Ability to speak one or more recognized official local dialects (Akan, Ga, Ewe, etc.)

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the last 7 years in the field of Security, Emergency and/or Crisis Management;
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in developing and implementing operating procedures, processes, best practices guidelines;
• Minimum 2 years supervising, and conducting training, for employees

Rated Requirements

The Rated Requirements relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies will also be assessed. Methods of assessment may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview, role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of relevant security, emergency and crisis management concept, standard operating procedure as carried out by a private or local government organizations;
• Knowledge of standard security mitigation features and practices for ensuring security of persons, information, and physical property; and
• Superior knowledge of the local communities, culture, norms, values and ethics and governmental security services.

Competencies:

• Effective interactive communication (oral and written);
• Excellent planning and organizational skills;
• Discretion;
• Professional integrity;
• Initiative;
• Dependability; and
• Adaptability/flexibility.

Abilities:

• Ability to use office software products including Microsoft Office proficiently;
• Ability to utilize social media tools and resources;
• Ability to build and maintain a professional relationship with clients, colleagues and network of contacts

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications in their cover letter and CV.

• Experience with an international organization, governmental organization, or diplomatic mission in the area of security or emergency management;
• Experience supervising a locally hired guard force or other like-minded group;
• Specialized education in corporate security, emergency management, or risk analysis;
• Ability to speak/write in French;

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

If you have any questions at any stage of the process please send an email to:

RSCEMA.Personnel@international.gc.ca

Closing Date: 23 August, 2018

{Plan International,Koforidua,Full-Time,GH,Degree,10 years,24 Aug-2018};

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Plan International Ghana, is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented person to fill the position of PROJECT MANAGER for the Rural Water and Sanitation (R-WASH) project. The position is located at the Eastern Programme Unit Office Koforidua, and reports to the Programme Support Manager.

Project Duration: Three (3) Years Fixed Term Contract

Overall Responsibilities

• Conducts community entry and mobilization in 36 communities in the 3 districts in the Central, Eastern and Volta Regions.
• Conducts Situational analysis/baseline studies, monitoring and evaluation of the Rural WASH activities in the assigned Plan International Ghana schools and communities;
• Conducts rapid assessment on existing boreholes in 36 communities;
• Reproduction of IE&C materials for training and sensitization;
• Formation/Reformation and training of WSMTs in 36 communities
• Feasibility assessment for the drilling of 36 new boreholes;
• Construction of 36 new boreholes- drilling, pump installation, water quality testing;
• Identification and training of 6 area mechanics
• Provision of technical support in building the capacity of WATSAN s to enhance their capacity in operations and maintenance
• Formation and/or training of ROC clubs on hygiene training using child to child methodology;
• Construction of girl-friendly latrines;
• Engagement and training of Parent-Teacher and School Management Committees in O&M of WASH facilities;
• Sensitization of communities for them to trigger and maintain the momentum to take action;
• Training of Natural Leaders and WSMT using existing natural leader curriculum;
• Development of community sanitation profile;
• Conducting of quarterly review meetings at district level and participating in regional government environmental health meetings;
• Promotion of general hygiene campaigns at the district level;
• Promotion of incentives for high functioning WSMT and Natural Leaders;
• Organization of regional level ODF verification and certification;
• Facilitation/organization of regional level ODF verification and certification;
• Analyses of sanitation product needs, mapping financial institutions and product suppliers;
• Identification and training of local artisans after assessment of training needs;
• Development of prototype latrine options;
• Hygiene and sanitation promotion with VSLAs;
• Facilitating partnerships, networks, coalitions and alliances with other stakeholders to support collaborative efforts on the project and advocacy at the district level;
• Ensures Gender transformation activities are mainstreamed and maintained, and gender sensitivity towards staff and Plan associates is upheld to avoid gender discrimination at the district level.
• Safeguarding Children and Young People is mainstreamed in the project activities
• Effective WASH Management Information System (MIS) is in place to support Knowledge Management.
• Timely writing and submission of project reports
• Provision of technical support to PUs in the implementation of all WASH related project activities.
• Development of action plans and budgets and their implementation to achieve project goals.
• Provides trainings, and continues coaching for the project staff for quality WASH service delivery
• Facilitates annual review meetings with the CMT, CSWA, EHSD, CONIWAS GES and the District Assemblies to ensure smooth implementation of the project.
• Advises CMT on potential risks to the project.
• Reviews all reports for quality before submission to the donor and other stakeholders
• Works with minimum supervision;
• There is a low contact with other staff to support them with understanding REACH programs and their support in the implementation of related activities.
• Fulfills Plan’s Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy at all times to prevent children from all forms of child abuses
• Performs any other duties to be assigned to support the achievement of both project and organizational goals.

Staff Support and Team Management (50%)

• Provides technical support to the Gender Influencing Specialist, District Coordinators and Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist for quality and timely implementation of project activities.
• Supports District Coordinators for the identification of communities to establish project activities;
• Coordinates the development of Gender and Influencing objectives and strategies that aim to change and/or strengthen the WASH formal and informal systems and structures that affect how individual children experience in target regions
• Leads the identification strategic communications channels and outlets that can best influence R-WASH targets and bring wider attention to chosen issues
• Coordinates mobilization, sensitization and orientation/training of School/Local Management Committees;
• Puts in place creative and-easy-to understand approaches that would support partner staff understand and implement RWASH project within assigned districts;
• Maintains high contact with staff working on RWASH project activities at Regional level to offer support for understanding and implementation of RWASH related activities;
• Directly supervises and leads the project team in project implementation issues.
• Carries out routine administrative procedure for the direct reports on their performance appraisal.

Grants and Finance (20%)

• Ensures compliance to donor requirements including submission of timely and quality reports ;
• Supervises the payment of Partners/Consultants for services offered to the RWASH project within the assigned districts.

Monitoring and Evaluation (20%)

• Coordinates inputs to the Monitoring and Evaluation (M & E) Specialist to ensure an effective Management Information System (MIS) is in place to support Knowledge Management;
• Works with the M & E Specialist, District Coordinators for the collection of monitoring and evaluation data tools and input into the leaner database at the district and regional level
• Coordinates regular review and evaluation of the program, identifies and shares lessons learnt with the Regional Coordinators;
• Contributes to the collection and documentation of best practices and lessons learnt from project implementation and share findings with Partners, Plan International Ghana staff and NO team during steering committee meetings and RWASH yearly implementation Work planning sessions;

Networking and Advocacy (10%)

• Supports WASH Coordination Platforms to include Health Sector (no costs).
• Provides support to CONIWAS for WASH research and advocacy at the national level and support to Mole Conference.
• Provides support to Ghana’s WatSan Journalist Network to deliver WASH messages
• Engages the private sector for the promotion of appropriate household latrine technologies
• Coordinates the relationship requirements with district structures including planning and implementation with District Assemblies, CWSA, EHSD District Education Officers (DEOs) and Coordinators: involvement in WASH

There is a medium contact with community members, children, youth and other stakeholders to develop and implement programs that would meet Plan Ghana’s RWASH project implementation.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Minimum of Second degree in Environment & Water Management, Civil Engineering or related field
• A minimum of 10 years experience of managing WASH projects of significant ($500,000 and above) scale.
• At least 5 years National or Regional level experience in leadership roles in CSOs.
• In-depth knowledge of the WASH sector in general in Ghana and programmes/projects
• Good knowledge about gender transformation related programming
• Significant experience in people/team management and capacity building
• Good understanding of Government of Ghana WASH Policies, Programmes and Financing.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• In-depth knowledge about barriers to WASH in Ghana and in the project areas
• Good knowledge about practical aspects of Children’s Rights and Right to WASH
• Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) abilities in regional Language(s) and English at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to gain support from peers and managers to implement change without direct supervisory control.
• Knowledge and experience in gender mainstreaming (strategy to promote gender equality in education)
• Experiences with managing, co-ordinating and implementing project activities
• Ability to write/edit excellent project reports while meeting tight deadlines
• Strict adherence to agreed timelines.
• Ability to communicate effectively about the project to stakeholders and public.
• Being familiar with the socio culture aspect communities in the target regions.
• Hands-on experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required, as well as data management software (SPSS).

Skills

• Strong initiative and ability to resolve problems with little supervision.
• Proven strategic thinking skills
• Excellent communications skills: Written, interpersonal and presentation
• Fluency in English
• Good report writing skills
• Ability to drive motor bike is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of the Rights of Child.
• Analytical skills.
• Strong team-building and motivational skills.

Location: Koforidua

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the LINK provided in the advert. To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae, stating current and latest posts (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities,
• cover letter, indicating preferred Region;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related);
• Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
• Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification, as well as national service certificate (if applicable).

Closing Date: 24 August, 2018

Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

Qualified Ghanaian nationals, especially female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Plan International is an equal opportunities employer, committed to the protection of children and gender equality and our recruitment procedure reflects this. Selected applicants will be expected to comply with the child

{Plan International,Koforidua,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,24 Aug-2018};

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Plan International Ghana, is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented person to fill the position of Gender and Influencing Specialist for the Rural Water and Sanitation (R-WASH) project. The position is located at the Eastern Programme Unit Office Koforidua, and reports to the Project Manager.

Project Duration: Three (3) Years Fixed Term Contract

Dimension of Role:

• Coordinates robust analysis and understanding of WASH policy and political contexts in which R-WASH will work.
• Develops Gender and Influencing objectives and strategies that aim to change and/or strengthen the WASH formal and informal systems and structures in target regions.
• Leads the implementation of R-WASH Gender Equality and Influencing Strategy which aim at ensuring Plan staff and key partners have the tools, skills and capacities to fulfil core WASH gender standards across the beneficiary regions.
• Coordinates the preparation and submission of progress reports relating to the implementation of the Gender and Influencing strategy.
• Leads the Gender Equality Self-Assessment on R-WASH project.
• Rolls out R-WASH’s Gender Equality and Influencing Capacity Building Programme in Central, Eastern and Volta Regions.
• Collaborates to the development, implementation and review of other Plan International Ghana Gender Equality and Influencing,
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Typical Responsibilities:

Policy:

• Works closely with Local NGOs, CSOs, CONIWAS, in analysing internal and external evidence and data to build R-WASH thought leadership, establish clear policy positions and use these to identify opportunities to challenge and strengthen policy and legal frameworks at national, regional and international levels.

Advocacy:

• Analyses political environments and stakeholders in order to identify the most strategic targets who can bring about the change, including government, civil society, and local/religious leaders.

Partnerships:

• Works with the R-WASH team to identify and develop strategic collaborations with civil society, government, private sector, UN bodies, and others at the local, national and global level.

Public mobilisation:

• Identifies how the general public, including children and young people especially girls with whom we work, can be mobilised effectively to contribute to influencing objectives of the R-WASH project.
• Mobilisation should be deployed nationally to influence local and national decision-makers, but can also be multi-country to build collective pressure to influence decision-makers nationally and internationally.

Strategic communications:

• Identifies strategic communications channels and outlets that can best influence R-WASH targets and bring wider attention to chosen issues.
• Works with the R-WASH team to use Plan International’s expert voice, evidence-based positions, and illustrations of successful programme interventions to inform and engage policy makers via key media and social media outlets.

Support performance on Gender Equality

• The R-WASH project has a Gender training/induction plan;
• All staff on R-WASH are trained on WASH Gender Programming;
• All staff know and utilize Plan’s gender analysis tools;
• The R-WASH team identifies and shares experiences on gender programming;
• Supports staff in defining SMART gender performance objectives for the purpose of gender sensitivity assessment.

Gender& Influencing Network

• The R-WASH team actively participates in the regional and national WASH gender network;
• The R-WASH documents gender programming and shares lessons learnt;
• The R-WASH is part of, and participates and is known in the national WASH networks that are pertinent.

Dealing with problems:

• Strategic thinking, listening and negotiation,
• Informs, motivates and advises staff on gender issues,
• Be a champion for gender equality practice and effective programming among staff

External

• Partners at national level: Gender Specialists/points persons within other INGOs;
• Governmental structures mainly Ministry of Children, Gender and Social Protection to share best practices and to identify/implement opportunities for collaboration e.g. advocacy, research, etc.
• National technical networks.

Others

• Fulfills Plan’s Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy at all times to protect children from all forms of abuse.
• Performs any other duties to be assigned by Supervisor to support the achievement of organizational goals Knowledge, Skills, Behaviors, and Experience Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:

Qualification Required & Experience

• A Masters degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Sociology
• Ideally minimum of 5 years solid experience in gender issues in the NGO/voluntary sector
• Experience of developing and implementing Gender strategies
• Experience in influencing and advocacy
• Understanding of contemporary WASH issues in Ghana
• Understanding of the Convention of the Rights of the Child, Convention for the Elimination of all forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) and other human rights instruments.

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of women rights issues at country level and globally, and instruments
• Good knowledge of children rights, the CRC and other relating right instruments,
• Knowledge and Understanding of the links between gender equality and children rights
• Knowledge of Gender analysis programme frameworks and their applications to child rights programming

Skills

• Good training and presentation skills
• Technical and research skills in gender equality with a focus on girls human rights,
• Good gender analysis skills,
• Ability to provide guidance to research and policy development
• Good English and French, written and verbal skills
• Ability to build internal and external networks
• Good organisational and project management skills

Behaviours

• Provides strategic leadership in the country
• Promotes innovation and learning
• Communicates effectively and enthusiastically
• Behaves consistently in his/her approach to work and decision-making

Physical Environment and Demands:

Travel requirements

• This position entails a minimum of 60% travel both within and outside the country

Location: Koforidua

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the LINK provided in the advert. To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae, stating current and latest posts (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities,
• cover letter, indicating preferred Region;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related);
• Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
• Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification, as well as national service certificate (if applicable).

Closing Date: 24 August, 2018

Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.

Qualified Ghanaian nationals, especially female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Plan International is an equal opportunities employer, committed to the protection of children and gender equality and our recruitment procedure reflects this. Selected applicants will be expected to comply with the child

{Plan International,Koforidua,Full-Time,GH,Degree,3 years,24 Aug-2018};

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

Plan International Ghana, is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented person to fill the position of M & E Coordinator for the Rural Water and Sanitation (R-WASH) project. The position is located at the Eastern Programme Unit Office Koforidua, and reports to the Project Manager.

Project Duration: Three (3) Years Fixed Term Contract

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures that project results are achieved and reported on through the project’s M&E system

Supports Project Manager to facilitate the design, work planning and management of the RWASH Project in Schools and Communities in the Eastern and Volta Regions.

• Under the direction of Project Manager, ensures that Community Facilitators assist the partner NGOs and Community volunteers in the coordination, planning and delivery of all RWASH Project related M&E activities.
• Ensures that relevant information regarding M&E, including any Terms of Reference for Baselines and End lines are discussed with Project Manager and shared with the CO MER Specialist, and that sufficient time is included in planning to allow all relevant partners to input.
• With support from MER Specialist, ensures that all the reviews, studies, researches and the evaluations planned for the fiscal year (FY) are implemented to support the RWASH project.
• Ensures that the consultants recruited for MER provide good quality results (support in verifying the methodology, the relevance of the tools, and the quality of the report submitted) and value for money.
• In coordination with the CO M&E Specialist and the WASH Specialist liaises with NO WASH Advisor in initiating and finalising the data collection tools when necessary for the RWASH project to support timely MER activities
• With support from M&E Specialist and Training Specialist, provide trainings on M&E and data collection tools (including MIS) to implementing partners and other relevant stakeholders.
• Set up and maintains information system for the RWASH project and ensure quality MIS data collections
• Supports the Project Coordinator to prepare all donor required reports in a quality and timely manner.
• Ensures that the deadlines to submit the reports for the RWASH project are respected
• Ensures that reports are disseminated/ distributed as practically appropriate to partners, communities and all relevant stakeholders.
• Ensures that best practices and lessons learnt are documented and shared for learning.
• Supports institutional learning and facilitate experience sharing within the PU and at the national level.
• Considers best practices and lessons learnt in the quarterly and other reports to support program quality
• Puts in place a mechanism to collect best practices and lessons learnt from the programme implementation
• Contributes to update the program strategies from the lessons learnt and best practices
• Supports Project staff with the development of monitoring tools and their usage to support quality monitoring
• Ensures Gender is mainstreamed in all RWASH related activities and maintain gender sensitivity toward staff and Plan associates to avoid gender discrimination.
• Ensures Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), Child Protection and Gender is well integrated in all project training activities.
• Fulfils Plan’s Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy at all times to ensure children are protected from all forms of abuse.
• Performs any other duties to be assigned to support the achievement of organizational goals.

Dealing with Problems:

Complexity of problems handled & the degree of investigation, analysis, & creative thinking required to solve them

Monitoring, Evaluation and Research (MER) are crucial components for ensuring high quality outcomes and impact in rights based programming. Barriers that the Project based MER Officer will have to deal with include:

• Many staff have insufficient knowledge regarding planning, monitoring, evaluation and research processes.
• The quality and availability of secondary data from programmes and projects makes planning, monitoring and evaluations challenging.
• The monitoring budget is often integrated in the running costs of projects and program which lead to insufficient resource allocations to monitoring and feedback processes.
• Most data collection is done using pen and paper methods meaning inefficiencies and data reliability issues

Communications and Working Relationships:

• Working contacts inside and outside the organization; include the purpose and level (high, medium, low) of the contact

Communications and Working Relationships

• High level contact: Internal: the Project level program team and the other members of the MER unit;
• Medium level contact: the Project operations team, the CO based technical advisors;
• Low level contact: Country Management Team (CMT), CO level operations

Qualification Required & Experience

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Demography, Measurement, Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation, Development Studies, Social Sciences or other relevant field.
• At least 3 years experience in program planning, monitoring, evaluation or research
• Knowledge of RWASH and other WASH related programming in the development sector is an advantage
• At least 3 years experience working with INGOs and managing a donor related funded project
• In-depth knowledge of the processes, procedures and systems in project planning, management, monitoring and evaluation.

Skills:

• Skills for the design, entry, analysis of excel tables, access as well as for Microsoft word and PowerPoint
• Experience of SAP, an advantage
• Experience in community based and child friendly monitoring and evaluation practices
• Solid writing skills (report writing etc.)
• Ability to deliver to tight deadlines
• Good active listening and group facilitation skills

Behaviors:

• Committed to respecting deadlines
• Good listening capacity
• Able to make effort for adaptability
• Strong Team spirit
• Be proactive and being able to anticipate

Location: Koforidua

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the LINK provided in the advert. To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

• Detailed Curriculum Vitae, stating current and latest posts (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities, together with a cover letter;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related);
• Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.
• Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification, as well as national service certificate (if applicable).

Closing Date: 24 August, 2018

Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted. Qualified Ghanaian nationals, especially female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Plan International is an equal opportunities employer, committed to the protection of children and gender equality and our recruitment procedure

{Unicef,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,21 Aug-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.

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does ” in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an 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. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens ” addressing inequity” not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates 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 equitable development of nations.

Job Summary

• The Child Protection Specialist reports to the Chief, Child Protection P4, Accra for guidance and general supervision.
• The Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Child Protection programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the child protection programmes/projects within the country programme.
• The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes.
• H/She facilitates the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national and international efforts to create a protective environment for children against all harm, and to protect their rights to survival, development and well being as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/frameworks and UN intergovernmental bodies.
• The Specialist contributes to the achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), and UNICEFs Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities inlcudes:

Support to programme/project development and planning
Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results
Technical and operational support to programme implementation
Networking and partnership building
Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

Qualification Required & Experience

• An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law, or another relevant social science field.
• A minimum of five years of professional experience in social development planning and management in child protection related areas is required.
• Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.
• Relevant experience in programme development in child protection related areas in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
• Experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is considered as an added advantage
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language of the duty station is considered as 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: 21 August, 2018

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.

Remarks:

Qualified female candidate are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

{UNESCO,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,12 Aug-2018};

UNESCO and the International Task Force on Teachers for Education 2030, in collaboration with 6 international partner organizations [Education International (EI), the Global Partnership for Education (GPE), the International Labour Organization (ILO), UNHCR, UNICEF, and the World Bank] have developed the Initiative: “Strengthening Multi-Partner Cooperation to Support Teacher Policy and Improve Learning”. The Initiative aims to coordinate a harmonized multi-partner approach to support selected developing countries in Africa in strengthening their teacher policies as integrated components of their education sector plans for the achievement of the teacher target of SGD 4.

The Initiative targets four developing countries in Africa: Burkina Faso, Ghana, Malawi and Uganda. Of paramount importance is the countries’ engagement in choice and focus of interventions throughout the duration of the Initiative. To ensure full country ownership, the countries’ participation in the design, implementation and monitoring of the activities is essential for the success of the Initiative. As UNESCO is coordinating the initiative at global level with UNICEF as the country project lead agency for Ghana, the UNESCO Office in Accra, in consultation with the Section for Teacher Development will liaise with the UNICEF Country Office in Ghana for the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the project in Ghana.

Title: NATIONAL ASSOCIATE PROJECT OFFICER
Domain: Education
Grade: NOB (Only nationals of Ghana may apply for this post)
Duty Station: Accra, Ghana
Type of contract: Project Appointment
Duration: 12 months, with possibility of extension depending on availability of funds and performance (6 months probationary period)
Annual salary: 96,423 Cedi

II. Duties and requirements

Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Office in Accra, the supervision of the National Programme Officer for Education in Accra and in close consultation with the Project Coordinator in Paris, the incumbent will be responsible for the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the Initiative in Ghana and undertake the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Assist with the coordination and management of project activities in Ghana: In consultation with the national focal point, ensure quality achievements of the project outputs in line with the Initiative’s Results Framework and UNESCO qualitative standards. Design a detailed work plan and assuring regular monitoring of the implementation activities. Identify project implementation partners and service providers, and ensure their engagement in project’s activities. Draft terms of reference and identify contractors for the local contracts, assuring that UNESCO rules of procurement procedures are respected. Ensure capacity development of national stakeholders in all activities. Follow–up on the implementation of the contracts, assessing the quality of services provided, undertaking corrective actions when necessary and requesting disbursement of funds. Maintain regular relations with the national counterparts and the key stakeholders (Ministries, regional and local authorities, etc.). Assist in the preparation of and follow-up to meetings at national level. Liaise with UNESCO’s entities and networks to support the planning, implementation and monitoring of the project. Assist in the preparation of conceptual documents, strategic papers, work plan templates, tools and guidance notes. Provide country-specific input to reports for UNESCO, the donor and project partners, and to evaluations.
• Assist in monitoring progress and performance of the Initiative: Daily monitor and regularly evaluate project activities, reporting on the progress achieved and suggesting updates of the project log frame. Present aggregate strategic analysis on project performance based on commitment of partners, progress in implementation of activities outputs. Regularly conduct meetings with the project stakeholders, preparing minutes of meetings and action plans with clear responsibilities and timeframe. Conduct periodic project reviews with the governmental counterparts and other partners, recording the results of the review meetings in minutes, reports and formulation of the action plans. Foster exchanges of information and lessons learned, identifying new strategies and actions to improve delivery of services and to achieve the project objectives.
• Assist in the coordination and monitoring of the financial aspects of the Initiative: Draft contractual arrangements with service providers (partner organizations, ministries, teacher organizations, research institutions, individual national experts, etc.) for activities to be conducted at country level, based on work plans budget allocation and assuring that UNESCO applicable rules and procedures are respected. Monitor and report on the Initiative budget, using appropriate administrative tools and channels within UNESCO internal administrative units.
• Provide assistance to increasing the visibility of the Initiative: Prepare country-specific technical briefs/status updates on the project for wider dissemination (UNESCO and partners websites). Assist in the preparation of annual donor and partner meetings, as well as any other event related to the Initiative. Ensure timely updating of the Initiative’s communications and assist in the production of communication materials (publications, brochures, etc.) in coordination with partner organizations and colleagues in the field. Organize communication events (seminars and workshops) and liaising with local media. Prepare necessary press release and outreach materials, ensuring that the major events have necessary press coverage. Provide country-specific web content on major project’s achievements and milestones in project implementation.

Competencies

A successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Core Competencies:
• Accountability
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Innovation
• Results focus
• Planning and organizing
• Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Qualification Required & Experience

• Advanced university degree (Masters level or equivalent) in education, social sciences, development studies, international affairs, management studies, or related areas.

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in the field of education, programme coordination and management, preferably in the area of teachers.
• Experience in management of education programmes (planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting).
• Experience in working with Government and high-level development partners and international/national Non-Governmental Organizations.

Skills and competencies

• Strong knowledge of the country context, with a particular focus on education, sector planning, teachers, local governance and civil society.
• Excellent organizational, networking and partnership building skills, tact and diplomacy.
• Familiarity with the administrative procedures of UN organizations, preferably UNESCO;
• Strong strategic and analytical skills.
• Proven excellent oral, written and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize to adjust work schedules and deliver timely results.
• Ability to work with a wide range of high-level partners.
• Good computer and other IT skills including excellent skills in MS office.
• Knowledge of financial tools such as SAP.

Languages

• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English.

Desirable qualifications

Work experience

• Previous experience with UN agencies and understanding of the UN System.
• Experience in the education sector planning, management, and implementation of project in education, with a clear understanding of the development work.
• Experience in training, coordination and/or institutional and human capacity building.

Skills and competencies

• Ability to engage and form effective working relationships with counterparts.
• Proven ability to work within limited time constraints in the preparation of high quality products.
• Proven ability to work in a politically complex, unstable and sometimes insecure environment.

Languages

• Good knowledge of French and national languages.

Assessment

• An assessment exercise may be used in the evaluation of candidates.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please send your application letter, UNESCO CV (CV Form to be used), in English by email with the subject “Application NOB Ghana (NTI)” to:

r.bashizi-rwankuba@unesco.org

Closing Date: 12 August, 2018

{World Food Programme,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,30 Aug-2018};

The office of the United Nations World Food Programme, invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the vacancy below.

Job Title: Programme Policy Officer
Duration: 1 year fixed Term (renewable)
Post Grade: NOC
Duty Station: Accra

Under the direct supervision of the Sustainable Food Systems Coordinator, and the overall supervision of the Country Director, the Programme Policy Officer will be expected to perform the following duties:

The Government of Ghana (GoG) is committed to achieving Zero Hunger by 2030. While the country’s lower middle income country status, achieved in 2010, shows progress toward reducing poverty overall, inequalities are on the rise, anaemia and micronutrient deficiencies are widespread in all 10 regions, and Ghana still counts important pockets of populations vulnerable to food insecurity, with high incidence of malnutrition, namely stunting, anaemia, and rising overweight. In a globally changing climate, Ghana’s Food Systems will increasingly face deterioration and inefficiencies across all its Food Supply Chains, which will drive up post-harvest losses, food wastage, and increased incident of food safety & quality issues. Over the last years, WFP Ghana has been providing nutrition support to vulnerable populations, supported school feeding, girls’ education, agricultural market support to smallholder farmers, and enhancing local capacities in the processing & distribution of specialized nutritious foods and improving food safety management in Ghana.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

• Over the next five years, WFP will continue to support the GoG within a well-defined Country Strategic Planning (CSP) framework. Under the CSP, WFP will play a key role
• Over the next five years, WFP will continue to support the GoG within a well-defined Country Strategic Planning (CSP) framework. Under the CSP, WFP will play a key role in leveraging its food and nutrition security, smallholder farmers’ market access, logistics and food systems supply chains competencies to support GoG’s efforts to build Food Systems that are private sector & market –driven, inclusive, equitable and resilient.

JOB PURPOSE:

• To design and manage programmes in the areas of sustainable food systems, food and nutrition security and smallholder farmers agricultural market support that are aligned and support Government’s priorities in achieving the Zero Hunger Agenda.
• To provide leadership in positioning WFP as a partner of choice of the Government of Ghana in the area of sustainable local food systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

General Programmatic and Managerial responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise the Sustainable Food Systems team and Budget under the Country Strategic Plan (CSP)
• Provide technical advice or mobilize technical expertise on programme and policy issues related to Sustainable Food Systems and Smallholder Farmers Agriculture Market support, including assessments and analysis, the design and implementation of programme activities, the testing of innovative approaches and the development of strategies to support Government efforts to reduce hunger and malnutrition
• Establish and maintain strategic and operational Partnerships with Government Agencies, Private Sector entities, UN, Civil Society and Academia relevant to the implementation of the Country Strategic Plan (CSP) activities under the Sustainable Food Systems Strategic Outcome, and ensure that WFP’s comparative advantage and complementarity are clearly communicated, understood, and valued in the support to the Government of Ghana (GoG)
• Enhance WFP’s leadership status in forums relating Sustainable Food Systems, Food Security and Nutrition, Smallholder farmers agriculture market support, resilience and sustainable livelihoods
• Ensure and coordinate comprehensive and quality oriented Reporting for internal as well as external audiences, including Donor reports, for all activities under the Sustainable Food Systems Strategic Outcome in the CSP
• Contribute to resource mobilization efforts by identifying possible funding opportunities in the area of Sustainable Food Systems, Agriculture Market Access for smallholder farmers, food security and nutrition and related areas, and by developing tailored project proposals
• Represent WFP in relevant UN forums as appropriate

Responsibilities specific to Sustainable Food Systems activities:

In close collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA), Ministry of Health and Regulatory bodies, UN Rome-Based Agencies and other key Partners:

• Develop detailed Annual Activity Plans in alignment with available Budget and oversee their implementation; manage, monitor and report on activity budgets and expenditures;
• Design and oversee the implementation of WFP Ghana’s Post-Harvest Management Interventions (PHMI) to best support vulnerable households, smallholder farmers, aggregators, and Government warehousing schemes. Under this component, manage the implementation of WFP-sponsored projects that promote Best Post-Harvest Management practices, including promotion of sound warehousing, storage and other appropriate technologies in order to curb post-harvest losses;
• Design and oversee the implementation of WFP Ghana’s Agricultural Market Development Initiatives (AMDI) to best support smallholder and medium scale farmers to access and keep markets
• Design and oversee the implementation of WFP Ghana’s Food Supply Chains Initiatives (FSCI) to best support and strengthen the capacity of the Government food warehousing and Storage schemes, including National Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO)
• Design and oversee the implementation of WFP Ghana’s Nutrition & Safety-Sensitive Agro-Food Value Chains (NSAFVC) to best support local industrial, medium-scale, and community level food processors as well as strengthening the capacity of public standards and regulatory agencies such as Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) and Food and Drugs Authority (FDA).
• Coordinate and manage key assessments and studies in support to government counterparts as well as other public and private implementing partners.
• Build and maintain an inventory of food systems assets (producers, distributers, retailers, researchers, health promoters, educators, hunger and malnutrition and equity advocates)
• Design and oversee implementation of tailor-made Capacity Strengthening schemes for smallholder farmers, aggregators, warehouse operators, processors and relevant Government agencies, including through the promotion of South-South cooperation opportunities

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience providing leadership on all matters related to administrative, organizational, managerial aspects of food systems programmes.
• Fluency in food systems knowledge based tools to assess and monitor food sustainability as well as the capacity to support actions to address challenges in (production, processing, distribution, marketing, and sale of food).
• Comprehensive understanding of public-private partnership engagement, including relationship building across sectors and industries.
• Analytical, problem solver, have leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.
• Team player and demonstrate ability to work with people of diverse background.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Eight or more years of experience in the relevant areas desirable
• Has overall understanding and experience of Food and Nutrition Security programme design and implementation
• Has led a component of a country office programme portfolio, managed a team and a country portfolio budget
• Has proven experience working in Ghana in at least two of the following areas: Agricultural Market Support, post-harvest management and reduction of post-harvest losses, value chains development, food systems supply chains, promotion of nutrition-sensitive agriculture
• Has experience managing strategic and operational partnerships including public-private partnership
• Has engaged in Policy discussions and provided inputs into Policy decisions
• Excellent project planning and budgeting skills corroborated by substantial experience in project management;
• Ability to analyze complex information and synthetize it into clear and action-oriented reports targeted to external and internal audiences

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

• Advanced University degree in applied Agriculture & Social Economics, preferable with specialization in Agribusiness, Food Logistic Systems, and Value Chains, or other relevant fields.
• Language: Fluency in English language is essential.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit their applications and CV stating 3 references online. 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: 30 August, 2018

Only shortlisted candidates meeting the criteria will be contacted.

Qualified Female Candidates are encouraged to apply

{Vibrant Village Foundation (VVF),Upper West Region,Full-Time,GH,Degree,3 years,31 Aug-2018};

About Vibrant Village Foundation

The Vibrant Village Foundation (VVF) is a private Foundation headquartered in Portland, Oregon State in the United States of America (U.S.A). Established in 2010, the Foundation provides direct assistance and grants to support Agriculture, Livelihoods, Health, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene programs in marginalized and deprived communities in Africa, Asia and Latin America. VVF has supported programs in over 22 countries since its inception. In Ghana, the Foundation has contributed significantly towards poverty reduction in the Fielmuo community in the Upper West region of Ghana.

Fielmuo is located in the Sissala West district and about 150km drive north of WA-the Upper West regional capital. VVF has facilitated the provision of safe drinking water, hygiene and sanitation (WASH), education, health and vocational skills training to over 14,237 people in 18 communities in the Sissala West and Lambussie districts. We have been inspired by the impact of our interventions in the lives of vulnerable communities to scale up to other communities in the target districts through the implementation of the ‘Integrated Program for Economic and Social Transformation’ (IMPREST). The goal of the program is to contribute to poverty reduction, improved wellbeing and resilience of vulnerable populations through the implementation of multi-sectorial programs; Education and Child Protection, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, and Livelihood, Food Security and Empowerment of Women.

Position: Gender and Protection Officer (2 positions available)
Location: Fielmuo/Gwollu with frequent travel to the field
Reporting to: Program Coordinator- Education and Child Protection
Relationships: Field Officers and WASH Officer

If you are searching for a challenging but interesting job, then VVF Ghana is happy to offer you the opportunity if you meet the personal specification spelled out in the job descriptions below:

Gender and Child Protection Officers

• We are searching for an energetic and self-motivated professional to take up the role of Gender and Child Protection Officer. The post-holder shall coordinate gender and child protection issues in target schools and communities. He/She shall build and maintain good relationships with target beneficiaries and stakeholders. The specific roles and responsibilities of the post-holder are below:

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as link between VVF and participating schools and communities
• Liaise with target schools to set up school-based clubs
• Mobilize schools and communities to implement the schools infrastructural development projects
• Facilitate the distribution of teaching and learning materials to schools
• Facilitate training on gender-based violence and child protection targeting school clubs, Parent Teachers Associations, School Management Committees and Unit Committees
• Support school clubs to develop and implement action plans
• Facilitate the development and strengthening of child abuse reporting channels
• Provide psychosocial counseling to extremely vulnerable and depressed children
• Strengthen capacity of community-based protection systems to respond to child rights concerns
• Ensure effective implementation of project work plans in a timely manner
• Ensure effective and consistent use of M&E tools
• Mainstream protection concepts and principles in all programs
• Represent VVF in Gender and Child Protection meetings in consultation with the Coordinator
• Document case studies, best practices and lessons learned from program implementation
• Prepare activity based reports
• Any other duty as may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

Profile and experience of the post-holder

• Degree in Gender, Social Work, Sociology or Development Studies or equivalent work experience
• At least 3 years’ experience working in similar position with a non-profit organization
• Ability to ride a motor bike for long distances in remote communities
• Ability to work in multi-ethnic and culturally diverse stakeholders
• Analysis and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment
• Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English required
• Ability to Speak Sissali and/or Dagaare language is required
• Strong commitment to improving the well-being of families in rural communities
• Basic computer skills in word and excel

Location: Fielmuo/Gwollu, Upper West Region

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit CV and cover letter including salary expectations to the recruiting team at:

Ghana@vibrantvillage.org

Closing Date: 31 August, 2018

• Only short listed candidates will be contacted
• Female Candidates and kindly encouraged to apply

{KickStart International,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,31 Jul-2018};

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Country Manager- Partnerships & Sales will be responsible for sales in their region through partnership development with all relevant organizations, farmer’s cooperatives, NGOs, government extension staff and micro finance institutions. He/she is also responsible for developing sales and agro training strategies to achieve the country set targets in getting more people out of poverty. The main activities support the primary goal of getting people out of poverty in the assigned region, by promoting the sales and usage of KickStart’s MoneyMaker branded irrigation pumps and services.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

• Regular market assessment and pro-active development of region specific sales and marketing plans with distributors to maximize sales and impacts in the region. This includes sales plans, pricing policies, and promotional plans for each distributor.
• Actively create awareness and promote Moneymaker products and services through demonstrations and training for distributors, customers, thought leaders, and influencers.
• Develop and manage the operations budget for this program and provide monthly updated sales and forecast.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and support to the staff based in the Region.
• Coordinate with the sales manager on both strategic (program design and implementation) and tactical issues.

Reports to: Regional Director – West Africa
Staff directly reporting to this post: None
Works with: Staff within the West African Hub

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Identifying and create partnership with the relevant institutions, NGOs, Farmer’s Cooperatives, Micro Finances and Extension staff of the Ministry of Agriculture & cooperatives and the Ministry of Gender in Development.
• Actively create awareness and promote Moneymaker products and services through demonstrations and training. Carry out joint demonstration strategies with partners to increase word of mouth awareness creation and adoption of Moneymaker pumps and other KickStart Agricultural Water Management Solutions.
• Identify the current and future KickStart dealers, train and equip them with the necessary skills and engaged them to participate in sales and marketing strategies to provide better services to farmers including back up services.
• Regular market assessment and pro-active development of region specific sales and marketing plans with distributors to maximize sales and impacts in the region. This includes sales plans, pricing policies, and promotional plans for each distributor
• Prepare monthly work plans and strategies to meet the monthly and yearly target.
• Plan and manage healthy and productive partnerships to accelerate growth
• Perform the due-diligence to understand the market potential and opportunities for MoneyMaker products and services in the region
• Create the business, market development and sales plans for the region, and lead and manage the implementation of the plan to ensure growth in sales, social impacts, market share, and profitability to rural farmers.
• Recruit, manage, coach, and develop capacity of Farmer /Field Agents to be based in the region.
• Coordinate with the sales manager on both strategic (program design and implementation) and tactical issues.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of KickStart’s activities, finances and social impacts.
• Document case studies and list of entrepreneurs using moneymaker solutions in the region.

Key Performance Criteria

• Creation of successful partnerships for improved impact and sales targets
• Cost –effective route plans and effective management of budgets.
• A self-motivated team that is ethical and high performing.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Agronomy, Development, Business Administration, , Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences or Social Sciences or related fields.
• 5 years of progressive sales and/partnerships responsible experience in Private sector, International Development, social enterprise or in providing management advisory services.
• Prior experience in Africa and agriculture sector. Prior experience in West Africa a plus

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

• Strong strategic as well as implementation skills and passion to work for an organization working with small scale farmers
• Results/performance orientation; proven “self-starter”
• Business and Strategic planning skills as we as knowledge of finance budget management
• Sales and Marketing experience. Competency in consultative and solution selling. Commercially-minded and highly collaborative with proven sales experience and record of results and clear “wins”
• Excellent customer focus and relations putting the customer at the forefront of the decision making process.
• Track record in people management and in setting of a high performing team
• Excellent personal communication & negotiation skills
• Strong analytical abilities and detail orientation
• Fluency in English.
• Willing and ready to spend 70% of his/her time in the field
• Commitment to KickStart’s core values

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you feel you are the right candidate for this job, please send your CV and Cover letter to:

hr@kickstart.org quoting the position title on the subject line

Closing Date: 31 July, 2018