{Tree Aid Ghana,Tamale,Full-Time,GH,N/A,3 years,11 Mar-2018};

TREE AID is an international development organisation – founded in 1987 – that helps villagers living in the drylands of Africa to unlock the potential of trees to reduce poverty and protect the environment. With its headquarters in Bristol, UK, Tree Aid currently has operations in 5 countries: Burkina Faso, Ghana, Mali, Ethiopia and Niger.

In Ghana TREE AID has its Country Office in Tamale established since October 2012 as part of a decentralization process. TREE AID Ghana is operating in the three regions of Northern Ghana with some scope for working in the Northern portions of Brong-Ahafo and the Volta regions.

OVERALL AIM

• To provide full-time support to TREE AID’s project in the Upper East region of Ghana.
• The role will be to work with partners and stakeholders to implement activities to time and budget, whilst ensuring the expected impacts for targeted communities through good monitoring and reporting.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Ghana Country PROGRAMME Manager (GCPM)

JOB DURATION: Full-Time three year position (March 2018 to February 2021) with annual appraisal

Duty Station: Based in Tamale, with very regular visits to Upper East Ghana

The project will improve livelihoods, increase household income from sustainable forest product supplies for 1,508 rural households (8,218 people) and reduce the threats to ecosystems across two districts in the Upper East region of Ghana. The project will reach this goal through the development of viable non-timber forest product (NTFP) enterprises and cooperatives; through sustainable firewood management and the increase of tree cover on farmland. The project will help vulnerable rural communities to take fuller advantage of opportunities for commercial trade in NTFPs whilst protecting forest resources trough the Market Analysis and Development (MAD) approach.
Working within the framework of TREE AID Programme Strategy the Grow Hope Project Officer will be responsible for tasks as follows:

MAIN TASKS (90%)

• Guide and Support the partner on the implementation, reporting, monitoring and evaluation of projects
• Lead on delivering project activities that TREE AID will implement to time and budget – ensuring that relevant stakeholders are involved at all times.
• Manage the project partner in planning and completing activities on time and to budget.
• Provide technical and project management advice and recommendations to partners/stakeholders where appropriate.
• Ensure that TREE AID, partner and stakeholder capacity is approproiate for delivering project activities.
• Work closely with beneficiary NTFP producer groups and cooperatives to develop their capacity to produce and achieve the best price for their goods on the market.
• Support the design of Monitoring and Evlauation tools to help follow project progress.
• Lead on ensuring that quality data is collected in the desired timeframe.
• Ensure that partner reporting is delivered on time and contains relevant, quality information.
• Prepare timely reports for internal and external audiences that are of high quality.
• Keep abreast of developments in the wider markets that could benefit or threaten the work of the project.
• Lead on Tree Aid’s initiatives at restoring ecosystems through planned and systematic agroforestry and reforestation conservation efforts.
• Coordinate efforts at ensuring the continuous availability of tree resources upon which rural enterprises rely for their sustainability while contributing to biodiversity conservation.
• Mobilise community members into working groups to jointly undertake tree planting in selected communities.
• Provide Sensitization programmes on assisted natural regeneration and agro forestry in selected communities.
• Provide capacity building of project beneficiaries to enable them appreciate their environment and work towards restoring the environment.
• Contribute to provide fundraising and communications support/information to staff in the UK as appropriate.
• Contribute to evaluate projects, including end of Project assessments and post project evaluation studies.
• Provide support to develop and maintain a GIS supported platform for keeping a database of key project outcomes and producing suitable products for outreach.

2 Support the development of TREE AID Ghana’s wider programme (7%)

• Support the identification and tracking of opportunities for new projects in Ghana.
• Contribute to the identification and formulation of activities to enhance Community resilience to climate variability through improved local adaptation knowledge in Ghana.
• Liaise with local partners/stakeholders on TREE AID’s natural resources management and enterprise development implementation in formulating and developing appropriate complementary initiatives in Ghana.
• Support arrangements for and co-facilitating programme training workshops.
• Carry out any other tasks related to programme work as agreed with your line manager

3 Other (3%)

• Where appropriate, represent TREE AID Ghana at meetings and workshops relevant to TREE AID’s work as agreed with the GCPM
• Be prepared to undertake visits to all of TREE AID focus countries when required
• Carry out other tasks as agreed with the GCPM.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS FOR THIS POST

• Contribute to raising the profile of TREE AID’s Grow Hope Project with external audiences and donors under GCPM responsibilities
• Achieving agreed job targets.
• Timely provision of projects reports and other information requested
• Evidence of effective monitoring & evaluation systems development and adherence and consistency between these and TREE AID Monitoring & Evaluation systems.
• Good communication and relations with all staff, in Ghana, the UK and West Africa as well as with TREE AID partners and other TREE AID contacts.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Graduate in relevant subject (value chain and enterprises development, natural resource management, rural market development, sustainability). Master degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage. Experience of working with the private sector, microfinance institutions, farmer’s group/cooperative and/or association are some advantages for the role.
• Must have at least three (3) years working experience in a similar position managing projects.
• Must have demonstrated leadership skills/ability to work in a team and influence others.
• Must share the vision of TREE AID.
• Ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders and communicate and instil a shared vision.
• Excellent verbal communication and written skills.
• Ability to balance a number of conflicting demands.
• Must be computer literate – good in excel, word, power point.
• Must be confident, hard working, able to work under pressure, and time conscious.
• Ability to work independently, self initiative and with good team work and rapport
• Ability to meet deadlines and achieve targets including extensive travel in the field.
• Must have working knowledge in one of the languages spoken in northern Ghana. Ability to speak French is an added advantage.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

?Qualified and interested candidates should send their cover letters and CVs to the address below:

Email: jonathan.naaba@treeaid.org and Copy: treeaidghana@treeaid.org

Applicants should remember to put the job title in the subject line when applying for the position.

Closing Date: 11 March, 2018

{Right To Play,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,08 Mar-2018};

Right To Play is a global organization committed to improving the lives of children and youth affected by conflict, disease and poverty. Established in 2000, Right To Play has pioneered a unique play-based approach to learning and development which focuses on quality education, life skills, health, gender equality, child protection and building peaceful communities. With programming in 18 countries, Right To Play transforms the lives of more than one million children each week, both inside and outside of the classroom. In addition to our work with children, Right To Play advocates with parents, local communities, and governments to advance the fundamental rights of all children.

Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has operations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Our programs are facilitated by more than 550 international staff and 15,800 local volunteer Coaches.The Africa Regional Office located in Kampala, Uganda, supports 8 country offices including; Burundi, Ethiopia, Ghana, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania.

Job Posting – Gender Specialist
Organization: Right To Play International
Department/Division: Gender
Work location: Accra – Ghana

The Ghana Country Office is currently seaching for a qualified and self-driven candidate to join a team of professionals in Ghana as Gender Specialist.

JOB SUMMARY

• The Gender Specialist reports directly to the Country Director. The incumbent is responsible and accountable for the improved integration of gender equality into all programs and projects, development of gender-specific programming and initiatives, building the gender capacity of Right To Play and its partners, and advising on the integration of gender equality into organizational practices such as recruitment and retention of female staff.
• He/she provides technical support to effective gender program knowledge management initiatives, ensuring adequate collection, management and sharing of information/knowledge generated to orient/affect decision making in programme management.
• The Gender Specialist liaises closely with Gender Specialists in other countries and HQ to share best practices and lessons learned for improved gender programming across the Africa region.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Responsibility #1: Strategic planning and programme design and implementation (30% of Time):

• Leads detailed context analysis including needs assessments and gender analyses at program and project levels.
• Advises the Country Director on strategic program priorities in relation to gender and integration of gender equality in the country strategic plan.
• Provides inputs to country team to ensure appropriate inclusion of gender perspective in all decisions and policies based on country context and global organizational policies on gender equality.
• Designs and develops gender program strategies, activities and plans in country ensuring they are in line with program objectives and results.
• Participates in the development of new proposals and concept notes, providing advise to ensure appropriate integration of gender equality into future programming.
• Advises and supports the implementation of gender focused programme activities within the country.
• Guides the approach to gender mainstreaming and ensures it is responsive to programme needs.
• Develops relationship with gender specialists at HQ and country programs to share lessons learned and best practices.
• Ensures that specific donor requirements related to gender equality are well understood and implemented by program and other relevant teams.

Job Responsibility #2: Monitoring and Evaluation impact measurement, learning and reporting (25% of Time):

• Provides technical advice and input on the design and implementation of transparent and accountable mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating progress of the country office on the integration of gender equality at programming and country levels.
• Advises on the gender sensitive indicators that should be incorporated into program and project-level performance measurement frameworks; advises on gender-sensitive data-collection methodologies.
• Supports monitor the overall integration of gender equality in the country program, gathers lessons learned, and builds upon strengths and improves on weaknesses.
• In collaboration with the Monitoring Evaluation and Learning team, participates in regular monitoring and evaluation as required to ensure quality integration of gender equality into programming and adherence to donor’s deliverables and RTP program management tools
• Monitors the external contexts and emerging needs regarding gender equality to introduce programmatic changes as necessary.
• Leads the development of gender specific progress reports.
• Assists as required in the review of RTP documentation, policies, procedures and manuals.

Job Responsibility #3: Capacity building/technical support and organizational development (20% of Time):

• Conducts capacity assessments and facilitates capacity building for country office staff and RTP partners to enhance their capacity, confidence and effective implementation of gender strategies, activities and the integration of gender equality in all projects and programs.
• Ensures identification and satisfaction of training needs of RTP country office and RTP partner staff on relevant standards and instruments for gender equality.
• Designs and implements demand-driven programme approaches and methodologies aiming towards capacity building, working in partnerships, policy analysis and advocacy.
• Designs and documents training modules and capacity building processes on gender mainstreaming, gender transformative programming and gender advocacy.
• In collaboration with HQ Gender Specialist and the human resources coordinator, develops and supports appropriate training and capacity building to ensure that the anti-harassment provisions in RTP policies as well as the Code of Conduct are respected by RTP staff.

Job Responsibility #4: Networking, partnerships and advocacy ( 20 %):

• Networks with gender focused professionals and institutions.
• Supports RTP’s policy advocacy and engagement with key government stakeholders on gender equality.
• Represents RTP in established gender focused foras, networks and conferences.
• Facilitates coordination with other Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) working on gender, on strategic policy and programming issues.
• Establishes and strengthens gender focused technical partnerships.
• Advises on the development of communication to raise awareness concerning RTP’s engagement on gender equality.

Job Responsibility #5: Performs Other Duties (5% of Time):

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s degree in gender and development studies or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 5 years’ experience in programme management, including a minimum of three years practical gender programme management experience (including gender mainstreaming, leading gender analysis).
• Significant track record in capacity building in gender equality (of civil society, government, and other actors).
• Extensive experience in monitoring and evaluation (development of gender sensitive and transformative indicators, gender mainstreaming logical frameworks).
• Demonstrated working knowledge on the principles and challenges related to the integration of gender equality into development programming.
• Experience working with an international donor would be considered a strong asset.
• Facilitation, negotiation and networking skills including facilitating change, innovation, initiating action and capacity building excellent editorial skills
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office and Excel Excellent knowledge and skills of gender analysis and gender mainstreaming in program development and planning

COMPETENCIES/PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strategic and conceptual thinking ability
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills
• Ability to build commitment of others
• Good knowledge of analytical tools and skills particularly those that pertain to advice on gender issues and perspectives

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Ability to travel locally and internationally is required
• Ability to legally work in Ghana, without sponsorship.

Note: The successful candidate will be employed as a local staff member of Ghana. Compensation and benefits will follow the local package. This is not an international position.

• Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
• Employment Start Date: Immediately
• Contract Duration: Long term engagement based on performance and availability of funds

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to:

GhanaHR@righttoplay.com and kindly include “Gender Specialist” and your name in the subject line. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Closing Date: 08 March, 2018

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs.

{Resource Centre Network (RCN),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,15 Mar-2018};

BACKGROUND

The Ghana Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Resource Centre Network (RCN) engages in a range of Knowledge Management (KM) activities geared towards the promotion of sector learning (in collaboration with Government and Partners), and hosted by IRC. The Network offers learning and sharing opportunity for sector players as one of the practical approaches to achieving a knowledge driven WASH sector that delivers quality and sustainable services in Ghana. RCN with the support of IRC and partners established a Secretariat which serves as the hub and a coordinating mechanism for WASH Sector Knowledge Management whilst at the same time facilitating learning and sharing across the sector – national, regional and district levels.

To help achieve its ambition, RCN is currently seeking candidates for the position of Knowledge Management Coordinator.

POSITION BRIEF

• The Knowledge Management Coordinator will provide leadership and expertise to the Knowledge Management Initiative, Resource Centre Network (RCN) Ghana by managing a range of KM activities and partner/sector mailing loop, transforming stakeholder findings into learning points to drive WASH sector targets.
• He/ she will support sector documentation and learning processes, advocacy and dissemination activities through internal and external campaigns to influence decision makers and practitioners; and to market learning and improve visibility to attract support and resources.
• He/she will also be responsible for the functions in the RCN Secretariat, formulation of learning plans and deployment of integrated learning activities across the sector and segments.

REPORTING & MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

The ideal candidate will report to the Communication and Learning Lead. S/he will work with partner/stakeholders to agree and review the business model for learning and formulate strategies to support implementation of the delivery of WASH priorities. Some of the specific activities are:

• Lead the review RCN governance and business strategy/plan to provide a focus and direction to learning/KM in the WASH Sector; and to ensure products and approaches are properly targeted and aligned to the sector strategy;
• Develop a fundraising strategy to facilitate resource mobilisation
• Collate, review and track learning trends and patterns, and support the development of decision support tools to inform adaptation of policy and practice;
• Regularly update the RCN website and social media platforms dedicated to support the sector; and undertake quality assurance of postings;
• Compile, review and disseminate relevant sector updates – sector mailing loop, sector events calendar, etc.
• Develop communication plans across the network segments; and create awareness within the network and externally using effective campaigns to drive interest and buy-in;
• Provide strategic inputs in process documentation, advocacy support and communication to promote scaling of solutions;
• Organise sector learning dialogues (NLLAP) and KM Sessions at national and district level and develop plans for its expansion and sustainability.
• Develop annual programme plans and budgets to facilitate the implementation of RCN’s activities
• Monitor and provide support to the delivery of partner projects with a focus on documentation and sharing of lessons;
• Provide monthly, quarterly and annual reports covering both project implementation and finances in line with donor/partner agreements
• Manage divergent views and interest across different partners, organisations and focus areas to drive the achievement of a knowledgeable sector that is target-focused;
• Work closely with selected teams to identify critical areas of learning interest and training needs; ensuring coaching and training to build capacity and documents lessons;
• Ensure that knowledge products and learning activities adhere to all compliance and sector standards.

Qualification Required & Experience

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent communication, information and knowledge management skills and a well-developed competence in partner/professional relations management.
• Extensive (Project/ Business) Management experience preferably in multi-country and / or multi-partner projects.
• Good knowledge of the WASH sector and areas of Ghanaian law including finance; employment and contracts
• High energy levels, persistence, flexibility, sense of responsibility and the capacity to motivate team members.
• The willingness to travel frequently both within Ghana and internationally
• Ghanaian nationality with ability to work in multi-cultural and racial environment
• Strong preference will be given to candidates with experience and knowledge of working in a multiple donor based/ NGO environment
• Minimum tertiary qualification in (project) management, development communications, knowledge management or any related qualification and/ or experience
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Contract Period: The position will be for an initial one year renewable contract, subject to good performance.

Monthly Remuneration: A competitive monthly salary with more than pleasant secondary labour conditions is offered in a stimulating and dynamic working environment where own initiative and self-development are greatly encouraged.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application: Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit an application letter together with a detailed CV that includes a reliable telephone and email contact; and contacts of three referees with a clear indication of the position being applied for to:

RCN Ghana,
No 18. Third Close
Airport Residential – Accra.
P.O. Box CT 9531
Cantonments – Accra

Email soft copies to:

rcn@washghana.net

Closing Date: 15 March, 2018

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

{Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,02 Mar-2018};

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is a voluntary, not for profit organization that undertakes advocacy and service delivery in Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Ghana. PPAG is a Member Association (MA) of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF). It is governed by respectable volunteers who are the members of the Association. The Governing body, formulate policies which are implemented by staff.

POSITION: ADVOCACY & RESOURCE MOBILIZATION MANAGER
LOCATION: PPAG HEAD OFFICE, ACCRA
REPORT TO: DIRECTOR OF SERVICE DELIVERY AND PROGRAMMES

Job Role

• Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Director of Service Delivery and Programmes, will work to maximize revenue for PPAG from all income streams to achieve the resource mobilization and fund raising targets.

KEY FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• To develop and implement programmes that will reposition the Association through advocacy, marketing, resource mobilization and capacity building.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, plan, implement, manage and oversee all aspects related to fundraising for the organization.
• Identify donor opportunities, develop donor database, respond to donor tenders and call for proposals, develop grant proposals, write appeals, represent the organization at donor meetings and undertake follow-up of potential funding opportunities.
• Explore and develop strategies for long-term sustainability of the organization and its interventions
• Develop business plans in consultation with other staff for possible generation of long-term incomes for the organization.
• Undertake online research and build contacts with potential individual donors and raise funds for the activities of the organization.
• Improve and develop communications material for the organization such as brochure, website, annual report, DVD, poster etc.
• Liaison with private agencies, the government and other organizations to explore potential collaborations for raising funds for the organization.
• Suggest other innovative ideas for effective resource mobilization.
• Undertake any other task assigned by the Executive Director and promote the vision, mission, and strategic goals of PPAG
• Develop and implement strategic marketing policies that will enhance the image of the Association
• Identify and design marketing initiatives and develop operational marketing plans for the Association
• Facilitate consultations and partnership building with partners and stakeholders and build up private sector promotional network
• Coordinate fund raising and resource mobilization activities within PPAG
• Ensure that marketing research activities are carried out
• Define a unique niche and image for the Association
• Solicit for consultancy from other organizations (in the areas of KM and development of materials etc.)
• Assist in writing proposals for funding
• Ensure capacity building for departmental staff
• Advise the Executive Director on resource mobilization and other related issues
• Ensure that departmental reports are submitted on schedule
• Manage the Association’s income generating ventures at the head office
• Ensure that subordinate and departmental staff are well motivated
• Ensure that marketing/resource mobilization activities are integrated into PPAG

Qualification Required & Experience

• A second degree in Business Administration (Marketing option) or its related field with a minimum of 5 years relevant post qualification experience, 3 of which must be in a managerial position
• Experience of fundraising, organising and co-ordinating events and marketing administration and research.

THE PERSON MUST:

• Have demonstrable experience in market research, analysis of information and the effective presentation of it.
• Have Exceptional organisational skills with experience of managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively.
• Be a good communicator with the ability to build relationships with a variety of people; excellent interpersonal and team working skills, with an ability to work independently and seize opportunities. Accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
• Have high level of analytical and written skills – fluent in written and spoken English with strong presentation and persuasion skills.
• Be a Computer literate and confident using all MS Office software, Adobe Creative Suite and databases as well as familiarity with major social media platforms
• Have strong Managerial and Administrative competencies
• Have leadership abilities with excellent communication skills
• Have high sense of responsibility and innovative skills
• Be accountable and transparent
• Have the ability to coach subordinates to improve their skills and achieve set targets
• Have the ability to source for information and determine new trends and opportunities
• Be goal oriented ad a good a team player
• Must be an outgoing personality

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons with requisite qualification(s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including two referees and cell phone numbers to:

The Search Committee
Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG)
P.O. Box AN 5756, Accra-North.

OR Drop in at: PPAG Head Office, Latebiokorshie, Nasia Road

OR E-mail: recruitment@ppag-gh.org

Note:

• All applications should reach the above address by
• People living with HIV/AIDS are eligible and encouraged to apply
• Likewise female candidates are also encouraged to apply
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Closing Date: 02 March, 2018

PPAG believes In Child and Vulnerable Adults’ Protection Policy and Gender Equity.

{VisionFund Ghana,Nationwide Recruitment,Full-Time,GH,Degree,3 years,19 Feb-2018};

Purpose of Position

• To provide leadership and manage a branch team to deliver social and business objectives

Main Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing customer acquisition plans
• Evaluating employee performance and providing feedback and coaching as needed
• Organising and executing training programs for branch personnel
• Recognizing employee achievements and encouraging excellence in the work environment
• Increasing brand awareness for the institution within the community
• Interacting with customers on a regular basis to ensure safisfaction and gain useful feedback
• Assessing market conditions and identifying opportunities
• Drafting forecasts and business plans
• Managing budgets, allocating branch funds and defining financial objective
• Adhering to high ethical and professional standards
• Ensuring strict adherence to relevant policies, processes and procedures in branch operations
• Providing key reports on branch operations to Senior Management

Qualification Required & Experience

• 3 years management experience, ability to meet set goals, proven record of achieving targets, experience growing branch revenues, results driven attitude
• Leadership skills, strong customer service skills, written and oral communication skills, Human Resource Management skills, outstanding organisation skills, attention to detail
• Basic computer skills, advanced skills with Microsoft Office
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a related field or the equivalent work experience

Location: Nationwide Recruitment

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified individuals should send their applications with title of: “Job Position Applied For Above” CVs and relevant docs to:

hr2012recruitment@gmail.com

Or Mail to:

The Recruiter
VisionFund Ghana Money Lending Limited
PMB CT 78
Cantonments – Accra

Closing Date: 19 February, 2018

{Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,10 years,20 Feb-2018};

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is a voluntary, not for profit organization that undertakes advocacy and service delivery in Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Ghana. PPAG is a Member Association (MA) of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF). It is governed by respectable volunteers who are the members of the Association. The Governing body, formulate policies which are implemented by staff.

Job Description

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), an NGO and a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and a leading provider of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) education and services, hereby invites result-oriented and committed person to apply for the following vacant position to be filled in the Association.

Position: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Report to: MA NATIONAL COUNCIL

Job Role:

The Executive Director will provide strategic, technical and leadership support to ensure that PPAG programmes are aligned with the national development agenda and the IPPF Strategic Framework, including the achievement of universal access to SRHR in Ghana. He/she will be charged with ensuring result based management, capacity development and provide leadership and representation as well as resource mobilization, partnership building and repositioning the Association.

Key Functions Include:

• Implementation of the strategic goals and objectives of the Member Association(MA)
• Assist the National Council in fulfilling the governance functions/duties
• Lead and oversee resource mobilization at PPAG
• Provide direction and leadership toward the achievement of the Association’s mandate, mission, strategy and its annual goals and objectives

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that the Member Association (MA) has a long-range strategy which achieves its mission, and toward which it makes consistent and timely progress.
• Provide leadership in developing programme, organizational and financial plans with the Executive Council and staff and carry out plans and policies authorized by the council.
• Promote active and broad participation by volunteers in all areas of the MA’s work
• Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the Sexual and Reproductive Health and ensure compliance with local and donor regulations.
• Serve as a custodian of all legal and regulatory/statutory documents and complies with relevant laws and regulations, both at Local authorities and at IPPF level.
• Provide oversight of all MA activities, manage day-to-day operations and ensure a smooth functioning, efficient MA
• Ensure Programme quality and MA’s stability through development and implementation of standards and controls, systems and procedures and regular evaluation
• Monitor the day-to-day delivery of programmes and services of the organization to maintain or improve quality
• Oversees the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of programmes, special projects and services
• Ensure that the MA is fiscally sound by working with staff and the Executive Council to prepare budgets and Annual Work Plans and establish rigorous accountability standard for grant and budget tracking
• Directs financial activities and make decisions based on Annual Work Plans and policies developed in consultation with the Executive Council and the IPPF Regional office.
• Raise the visibility of the MA through the development and implementation of a sustainable marketing campaign geared to its stakeholders as well as the public.
• Ensure an effective resource mobilization programme by serving as the chief development officer or hiring and supervising an individual responsible for this activity
• Identify the key relationships necessary to support an effective Association and assure proper planning, relationship building and communications to develop and maintain them.
• Demonstrates initiative and creativity in identifying and addressing strategic issues facing the MA
• Ensure effective and efficient management of the organization; oversee the preparation of audit and either periodic reports, and management of financial and internal controls of PPAG
• Ensure effective and harmonious communication with volunteers and staff
• Liaison between PPAG and IPPF and other development Partners
• Ensure all reporting requirements of IPPF and other donors are met and submitted on time
• Provide strategic leadership; ensure the board has clear, concise and timely information on management of operations for decision making
• Building and maintaining technical and strategic partnerships with government and development partners
• Oversee monitoring and evaluation strategy of the organization
• Conducts official correspondence behalf of the National Council as appropriate and jointly with the Council as appropriate
• Acts as the main spokesperson for the organization ad represents the Association at partners’, stakeholders, and community activities to enhance the organization’s community profile
• Participates with the National Council members in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization
• Foster effective team work between the board and himself/herself and between himself/herself ad staff
• Identifies, assesses and informs the board of Directors on all aspects of organization’s activities
• Leads the drafting of policies for approval of the Board ad prepares procedures to implement the organizational policies on an annual basis ad recommends changes to the Board as appropriate
• Establishes a positive, healthy ad safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations and maintains a work climate which attracts, keeps ad motivates a diverse staff of top quality people
• Researches funding sources, participates in fund raising activities with the Board and oversees the development of fund raising plans and writes funding to increase the funds of the organization proposals
• Directs financial activities and make decisions based on Annual Work Plans ad policies developed I consultation with the Board and IPPF Regional Office.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum of Masters’ Degree in Public Health/Business Administration/Management or any other related field.
• At least 10 years of overall professional experience; ideally 5+ years demonstrable broad programme, financial and operations management experience in a senior or similar position.
• Experience in organizational development, interpersonal relationship building, marketing/resource mobilization strategies, effective communication and general administration.

The person must:

• Have the understanding of not-for profit organizations and experience working with Board of Directors and volunteers
• Have significant proven leadership skills developed through several years in senior management positions
• Have an affinity for working with a culturally and politically diverse stakeholders
• Be a visionary, trust worthy, diplomatic, understanding and innovative with a high energy level
• Have experience in Managing a complex budget
• Have a successful track record in fund development, including knowledge of and success in attracting donors and corporate grants and ability to solicit individual donors
• Have excellent communication skills, both written and oral with strong presentation skills
• Have the ability to foster a healthy organizational culture, to encourage team work and collaboration, strong interpersonal skills that include the ability to inspire and motivate
• Be excellent in analytical skills and effective in conflict management
• Have the ability to raise the visibility of the MA through successful advocacy
• Have passion for the mission of the MA and IPPF and be able to exercise multi-cultural sensitivity
• Have strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, programme development and task facilitation
• Have a commitment attitude to training programmes and maximize individual and organization goals across the Association.
• Have a successful track record in setting priorities, keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which support and enable sound decision-making.
• Have excellent communication and relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize, be responsive and work with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Be a multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment
• Have personal qualities of integrity, credibility and dedication to the mission and vision of the Association.
• Have excellent human relations skills, youth friendly and a team player.
• Have knowledge in current SRH and population issues will be an added advantage
• Demonstrate leadership ability and experience in management of a country-wide organization, preferably an NGO for a period of at least 10 years
• Have strong human resources management capacity and experience
• Have an excellent understanding of government and donor systems and processes
• Have the ability to interact across various audiences and stakeholders e.g. volunteers, staff as well as external partners
• Have experience working in the field of SRH/HIV or other health related field is desirable
• Have excellent computer skills in particular in Microsoft Office applications.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons with requisite qualification(s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), including two referees and cell phone numbers to:

The Search Committee
Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG)
P.O. Box AN 5756, Accra-North

OR DROP IN AT: PPAG Head Office, Latebiokorshie, Nasia Road

OR E-MAIL: recruitment@ppag-gh.org

Closing Date: 20 February, 2018

NOTE:

• People living with HIV/AIDS and disability are eligible and encouraged to apply
• PPAG believes in Child and Vulnerable Adults’ protection policy
• Only shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview.

{Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG),Brong Ahafo Region,Full-Time,GH,Degree,3 years,20 Feb-2018};

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is a voluntary, not for profit organization that undertakes advocacy and service delivery in Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Ghana. PPAG is a Member Association (MA) of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF). It is governed by respectable volunteers who are the members of the Association. The Governing body, formulate policies which are implemented by staff.

Job Description

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG), an NGO and a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and a leading provider of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) information and services, hereby invites result-oriented and committed person to apply for the following vacant position to be filled in the Association.

Position: PROJECT OFFICER

Report to: ZONAL MANAGER

Job Purpose: To implement the MIM Project

Key Responsibilities

• To implement and coordinate activities of the MIM project in the Brong Ahafo Region
• To compile specific project reports and ensure timely submission of quality reports
• Ensure proper documentation of information in the Brong Ahafo Region
• Conduct periodic verifications of data at the project site
• Generate trends of project achievement and circulate same to the Zonal Manager and Zonal Staff for decision making
• Assist the Programme Coordinator in monitoring and supervision of projects in the Brong Ahafo Region
• To assist in the preparation and finalization of project reports (Monthly, Quarterly, Half year, Annual, IPPF and Donors)
• To assist the Programme Coordinator in the planning and preparation of the project site’s Annual Programme and Budget
• Assist the Zone in the development of innovative programmes and proposal for funding
• Perform any other duties assigned by Immediate Supervisor.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A first degree in Social Sciences/ Sciences, Public Health or any other related field or its equivalent with a minimum of 3 years relevant working experience.

The person must ;

• Have good innovative, proactive and quantitative skills
• Have good working knowledge in the use of the computer
• Have very good presentation, communication, and report writing skills
• Be honest, transparent and reliable
• Have high sense of responsibility, accuracy and judgmental skills
• Have excellent human relations skills, be youth friendly and a team player
• Be able to work for long hours and under pressure
• Be able to work with little or no supervision and have an eye for details
• Be able to travel at short notices

Location: Brong Ahafo Region

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons with requisite qualification(s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), including two referees and cell phone numbers to:

The Search Committee
Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG)
P.O. Box AN 5756, Accra-North

OR DROP IN AT: PPAG Head Office, Latebiokorshie, Nasia Road

OR E-MAIL: recruitment@ppag-gh.org

Closing Date: 20 February, 2018

NOTE:

• People living with HIV/AIDS and disability are eligible and encouraged to apply
• PPAG believes in Child and Vulnerable Adults’ protection policy
• Only shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview.

{Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree ,5 years,01 Mar-2018};

Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII) is the local chapter of Transparency International (TI), the global civil society organization leading the fight against corruption. GII seeks to fight corruption and promote good governance in the daily lives of people and institutions by forging strong, trusting and effective partnerships with government, business and civil society and engagement with people.

Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII) is currently seeking to engage an experienced Project Coordinator to lead the implementation of GII’s Community and Provider driven Social Accountability Intervention (CaPSAI).

The proposed project builds on and contributes to a growing, but limited work that aims to better understand how social accountability and participatory processes in the context of family planning (FP) services contribute to the greater achievement of sexual and reproductive health, improve quality of care and contraceptive uptake as well as use in FP services. The process informing the CaPSAI approach builds on community scorecards (CSC), citizen voice and accountability projects which have been implemented and evaluated by other organisations. The project will be implemented jointly by GII and Population Council.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct all preparatory work to get the buy-in of National, Regional, District Health Authorities, District Assembly, Health Centres and CSOs Coalition on Health to the process;
• Produce an inception report clearly articulating how community scorecards can be used to achieve the purpose and who will be involved;
• Implement a community scorecards at each of the 8 selected health centres;
• Implement the community scorecards process working together with key partners and stakeholders;
• Together with Population Council and District Officials conduct reviews/follow-up meetings;
• Provide support and mentoring to facilitators and stakeholders in a community scorecards process;
• Complete the pre-implementation and post-implementation plans for the CaPSAI manual;
• Using national, regional and international platforms share the learning of how the application of the CSC has been able to enhance the contraceptive uptake as well as use in FP services.

Qualification Required & Experience

• A Master’s degree in either Public Health, Social Work or any related field with extensive experience in community mobilisation and sensitization strategies;
• At least 5 years working experience in project management and community mobilization with a focus on Social Accountability in health services delivery;
• Demonstrable experience with citizen driven accountability approaches in Ghana;
• Deep understanding of health centres and community based health planning and systems (CHPS);
• Good understanding of the decentralisation process and key district actors;
• Capacity to design, plan, monitor, evaluate, train, mentor and transfer skills of participatory governance (Community Scorecard in particular);
• Ability to plan and implement project activities independently, with minimum supervision
• A good team player and excellent communication skills to manage relationships
• Strong facilitation and report writing skills;
• Preparedness to travel frequently;
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Web and Outlook);
• Excellent command of the English and Akan languages.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified and interested applicants should send a CV (maximum 3 pages) together with a cover letter (maximum 1 page) not later than February 15, 2018 to:

By email: jobs@tighana.org

By Post:

The Executive Director
Ghana Integrity Initiative
P.M.B, CT 317, Cantonments, Accra

By hand delivery:

House No. 21 Abelenkpe Road,
Abelenkpe, Accra

Closing Date: 01 March, 2018

Kindly note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted