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Job Vacancy For Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist

Posted on: February 12th, 2024 by Ghana Jobs

{African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,5 years,16 Feb-2024};

Role and Purpose

ACET is seeking to recruit a Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist to provide technical leadership and strategic direction for monitoring and evaluation (M&E) at an institutional and programmatic level. The MEL Specialist will lead ACET in developing a performance measurement framework with sound measurement models, data collecting tools and performance indicators. S/he will also lead the planning and managing of evaluations and assist ACET’s management in using performance information for decision-making and resource allocation.

About ACET

The African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET) is one of the pre-eminent organizations in the world focused on advancing African solutions to African transformation challenges.

Driven by a commitment to support governments address the policy and institutional barriers that hamper sustained economic growth on the continent, ACET was founded in 2008 with the support of national governments alongside major multilateral, bilateral donors and foundations. ACET is an economic policy institute that provides research, policy advice, and institutional strengthening for African countries to develop their economies, reduce poverty, and improve livelihoods.

ACET helps deliver African economic transformation, defined as growth with DEPTH – through a unique, integrated approach.

Growth with DEPTH is a framework developed by ACET that turns transformation from a concept into a practical policy agenda. Growth with DEPTH has been used to help Africa’s public and private sectors address the policy and institutional barriers that hamper sustained growth.

Unit/Program/Project Background:

Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist (MEL Specialist)
Reporting Line: Chief Operating Officer
Location: Accra or Remote

Roles and Responsibilities

Specifically the MEL Specialist will:

M&E Strategy – provide technical leadership to develop institutional and programmatic theory of change frameworks
M&E Framework – develop results frameworks including indicators, baselines and targets for new projects and where necessary, refine existing frameworks of ongoing program/projects
Planning – work closely with the technical and operational teams to design M&E plans and activities
Data Collection and Analysis – regularly collect and analyze data on activities, outputs, outcomes and Impacts to inform accountability to stakeholders and learning from experience
Reporting – provide leadership for effective, accurate and timely monitoring, evaluation, and reporting results of all project and program activities. S/he will also be responsible for working with the Communications team to ensure effective dissemination of ACET results
Process improvement – assess ACET’s M&E capacity and seek ways to streamline the process and increase efficiency in gathering and using performance information. This could include an M&E assessment and roadmap for the function (human resources, budget, etc.). The MEL Specialist will ensure that lessons learned are integrated into program implementation to continuously improve quality of interventions and outcomes
Training – provide guidance and training to ACET staff for effective activity monitoring, evaluation and learning
Partner Engagement – work with ACET’s partners to ensure ACET’s M&E planning, activity monitoring and results dissemination process is endorsed and used by partners. This includes co-creation of indicators, and documenting and disseminating program successes, impacts, and challenges to ACET’s stakeholders. The MEL Specialist will also support and contribute to ACET’s relationship management with funders & sponsors, including drafting ACET’s annual report
Quality Assurance – work closely with ACET technical and operational team to develop strategies and processes towards enhancing quality assessments and overall performance
Communication – work with ACET’s communication office to develop methods of communicating ACET’s impact and influence
People Management – manage the ACET M&E analyst
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time in support of ACET’s mission.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education/ Experience

• Master’s degree in monitoring and evaluation or a related discipline such as development studies, economics, political science, social science, program management etc.
• Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing an impact measurement framework for a development institution. Experience of doing this in an economic policy institute will be an asset
• Minimum of 5 years post-master’s experience of performance monitoring and/or evaluation with an international development organization
• Demonstrated experience in project monitoring, and evaluation of development activities including evaluation design, and related advisory in multisectoral setting
• Experience in developing logic models for programs and projects is required
• Experience in leading the implementation of performance management plans or tools of institutional portfolios
• Experience in developing or managing M&E databases is highly desired
• Proven experience in effective people management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent research and data collection methodology skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to deal effectively with mid and high-level partner contacts, the host government, and the local communities
• Strong interpersonal skills

Desirable

• An ability to work in French will be an asset

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should email their CV and an accompanying Cover Letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the position to:

hr@acetforafrica.org. Contact details of 3 references will also be required. The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 16th February, 2024.

Interviews will be held either virtually or in-person if the candidate is based in Ghana.

Closing Date: 16 February, 2024

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Vacancy For Security Risk Management Advisor

Posted on: January 19th, 2024 by Ghana Jobs

{GIZ Ghana,Wa (Upper West),Full-Time, GH,MSc / MA / MBA,4 years,31 Jan-2024};

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – is a public-benefit federal enterprise working in more than 100
countries worldwide. We work on behalf of the German Government and support public and private sector clients in a wide variety of
areas, including economic development and employment, energy and environment, and peace and security. Our activities in Ghana cover three priority areas: Climate and Energy, Just Transition; Sustainable Economic Development, Training and Employment, and Peaceful and Inclusive Societies, which focuses on good governance.

Scope of Role:

• The Security Risk Management Advisor (SRMA), working in close co-ordination with Country Office Security Risk Management Advisor on day-to-day security and risk management operations and implementation of security measures shall be responsible for implementing GIZ Security Risk Management System in northern Ghana (Upper West, Upper East, North East, Northern and Savannah regions).
• The SRMA shall support Country Security Risk Management strategy for safety and security of all GIZ staff by implementing GIZ Minimum Security Standards (MSS) and providing security advisory and support to staff working in northern Ghana.

Tasks

• Advising GIZ Ghana staff working in northern Ghana on issues associated with risk management and risk mitigation.
• Advising project managers on security and safety risks to staff, assets and reputation of GIZ
• Monitor the security situation and advise on short-term, mid-term, and long-term changes based on trends and developments in northern Ghana.
• Collect and evaluate security-related information in northern Ghana and place it in the context of development cooperation.
• Prepares risk, conflict, and actor analyses as well as security situation reports, district profiles, incident reports and other reports as requested by Country Director/CRMT/CMT
• Supports daily operational security risk management and security management during acute emergency and evacuation scenarios.
• Provides safety and security briefing for newly arrived national and international staff.
• Acts as the primary security focal point for all employees working in northern Ghana on the information and advice on the current security situation.
• Supports incident and crisis management.

Qualification Required & Experience

• BSc/BA in security and risk management, intelligence analysis, criminology, peace and conflict management or related field.
• At at least Four (4) years of progressive professional experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge and experience in analysis of security-related information and the use of IT and digital tools.
• Military or police experience as well as knowledge of analytical techniques are desirable.
Other knowledge and additional competences:
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to relay information clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Excellent communication and advisory skills and the ability to explain the relevance of the security risk management to both internal and external stakeholders.
• experience in conducting and facilitating trainings.
• excellent knowledge of the English language; French and German are advantageous.
• ability to work systematically and autonomously with little guidance and ability to make sound, rational decisions in critical situations.
• willingness to regularly travel in the country including to remote destinations.
• willingness to update skills as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.

Location: Wa (Upper West)

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a one-page cover letter to:

hr-ghana@giz.de under the Job Code 2024/SRMA/09/01. If you do not hear from us Two (2) weeks after the deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 31 January, 2024

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.

Job Vacancy For Project Assistant

Posted on: December 13th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{IPC – Internationale,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Diploma,2 years,17 Dec-2023};

IPC – Internationale Projekt Consult GmbH (www.ipcgmbh.com) is a provider of advisory services to financial institutions,
development agencies and funds in transition economies and developing countries. Our activities are focused on three main areas: Development Finance, Climate Action & Green Transition and Skills & Employment. Our clients and partners include institutions such as the EBRD, EIB, GIZ, KfW and the EU, as well as regional development banks and local
commercial banks.

Within the framework of one of our projects in Ghana, we are currently looking for a highly motivated project assistant, who is interested in contributing to a sustainable development in Ghana: Project Assistant (f/m/d)

Your tasks

You will support our consultants in organisational matters and the different project workflows. Your responsibilities will include:

• Organisational support: Meeting planning incl. organising and arranging logistics for field audits, communication within the team as well as with external partners
• Workflow management: Document compilation, data management, report writing support, support in the preparation of audit reports
• Team and surveyor support: Support to planning and co-ordination of training sessions, support and supervision of survey implementation, co-ordination and supervision of field activities, assistance with collection, processing and analysis
of quantitative and qualitative data

Qualification Required & Experience

• Diploma in finance, economics, politics, social sciences or a related field
• At least two years’ professional experience in the financial sector and/or in development finance
• Working experience in either consultancy or financial sector is an advantage
• Prior experience in audits or agricultural projects is a plus
• Excellent analytical and writing skills with capacity to handle, clean and analyse data using a survey tool
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate openly and work as part of a small interdisciplinary team
• Very good command of Microsoft Office programmes in particular Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent command of English, fluency in Twi/Fante is preferred

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you are looking for an interesting and multifaceted job in a multicultural and dynamic work environment, we look forward to getting to know you. Please send a motivation letter, your CV and contact information of two professional reference persons to:

hr@ipcgmbh.com with the subject “Project Assistant – Ghana (f/m/d)”

Closing Date: 17 December, 2023

Job Vacancy For Logistics Support Officer

Posted on: November 7th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,5 years,13 Nov-2023};

The USAID GHSC-PSM Project is the primary vehicle through which USAID provides supply chain technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Service to 1) procure and provide health commodities, 2) improve Ghana’s management of the supply chain, and 3) collaborate with key stakeholders to support global health initiatives. In collaboration with the Global Fund, Chemonics International is managing the GF/MOH Logistics Support Project.

The Logistics Support Officer for the Logistics Management Unit (LMU), who will be stationed at the Supplies, Stores & Drug Management Division (SSDM) will primarily be responsible to provide technical assistance to SSDM on general supply chain interventions. Among these are supporting PSM coordination efforts at the central and regional levels, tracking the status of shipments to facilitate timely clearance, analyzing logistics data and reports from the Ghana Integrated Logistics Management Information System (GhiLMIS) and providing key suggestions/recommendation for overall supply chain system improvement within the Ghana Health Service. The incumbent will work closely with national quantification team and other stakeholders to conduct, document and regularly update product quantifications. He/she will provide technical assistance to the team and ensures capacity of the national quantification team is built. He/she will monitor and regularly report national stock status of health commodities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Provide technical assistance to support the functioning and sustainability of the Logistics Management Unit (LMU) of the Ghana Health Service.
• Liaise with Regional Health Directorates (RHDs) and Teaching Hospitals (THs) on Order Preparation and Scheduled Delivery to Regional Medical Stores (RMSs) and THs.
• Monitor the timeliness and accuracy of submission of orders through GhiLMIS and provide feedback to Regional Medical Stores (RMS) and Teaching Hospitals (TH) for improvement.
• Effectively support the SSDM and disease programmes to track the status of shipments and ensure timely clearance, reducing delays and potential payment of demurrage.
• Work with TCMS managers to plan and execute cycle count for all commodities based on established schedule and provide support for adjustments (if any) to ensure accurate data in GhiLMIS.
• Collaborate closely with the TCMS, IHS and other central level warehouse managers and programme logistics focal persons to review RMS/TH orders and allocate commodities in a timely manner.
• Monitor and ensure improvement of the quality of data at the TCMS by comparing manually generated reports with GhiLMIS reports and providing feedback with remedial actions to address challenges to relevant stakeholders
• Ensure needed reports including inventory and stock status reports are generated from GhiLMIS to support supply chain management decisions at all levels.
• Support the organization of periodic PSM meetings involving programme logistics managers ((NACP, NMCP, NTP, FHD, EPI, etc.) to review stock status reports from the regions and take appropriate decisions to address bottlenecks.
• Prepare and disseminate comprehensive stock status reports
• Provide technical assistance to the Regional Supply Chain Coordinating Committees/Regional Supply Chain Technical Working Group (TWG) in the performance of their functions.
• Coordinate and participate in national quantification exercises as per the national quantification guidelines and collaborate with key stakeholders to provide required data for the quantification of public health commodities.
• Prepare, monitor and update procurement pipeline on quarterly basis using appropriate tools.
• Conduct regular field monitoring and logistics support visits to facilities (in coordination with GHSC-PSM and GFLSP officers whenever feasible) to appraise the management of health commodities.
• Perform any other function(s) in the area of health supply chain systems strengthening as may be determined by Director, SSDM and/or assigned representative.

Qualification Required & Experience

Required Skills and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities needed to perform the principal duties.

• Bachelor’s degree in health systems, public policy, supply chain, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years professional knowledge and/or technical experience in any of the following: supply chain management, warehousing and network optimization, distribution planning and route optimization, outsourcing, transportation and logistics management information systems
• Understands Ghana’s Public Health Value Chain
• Excellent data analysis skills including an advance use of MS Excel, reporting and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, with demonstrated diplomacy and the ability to communicate effectively in a cross-cultural environment and to lead meetings.
• Experience in the use of relevant quantification and supply planning tools (e.g. QAT, PipeLine, Quantimed, etc.) for health commodities.
• Experience in capacity building in quantification processes, tools and methodology.
• Experience in the development, management, monitoring and reporting of supply status, plans and budgets.
• Experience working on a USAID or donor-funded project preferred.
• Experience building effective relationships with cooperating partners and stakeholders, especially government counterparts at national and regional levels.
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
• Fluency in English required

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: 13 November, 2023

Job Vacancy For Programme Officer

Posted on: November 1st, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A,3 years,30 Nov-2023};

ABOUT THE ALLIANCE FOR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS (ARHR)

The Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR), established in 2004, is a network of Ghanaian Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Community-based Organizations (CBOS) promoting a rights-based approach to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and
adolescent health (RMNCAH) through advocacy, research and capacity building. ARHR leads several civil society organizations to advocate for strengthened health systems to achieve UHC, with an emphasis on increased investment in PHC. ARHR convenes several dialogues between civil society, the private sector, media, academia, and state actors to demand accountability in health resource mobilization, allocation, and expenditure using evidence-based information. ARHR further engages in policy advocacy by tracking gaps between policy and practice and utilizing the evidence to inform a review of policy.

JOB SUMMARY

• The Programme Officer will support the implementation of a USAID-funded initiative that seeks to accelerate family planning achievements in Ghana by providing technical assistance to Ghana Health Service to scale up long-acting reversible and permanent contraceptive methods at public sites across the country.
• The implementation will use strategic approaches such as capacity building of the Government of Ghana’s (GOG) FP stewardship; healthcare worker training; quality improvement; and targeted assistance to regional Ghana Health Service directorates to scale up FP services funded by the National Health Insurance Agency (NHIA) in 100% of districts.
• This programme envisions the engagement of civil society in strengthening the enabling environment for Adolescent Responsive Family Planning.

DUTIES, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct collaborative training for FP stewards to increase understanding of values, social norms, power, practices, and perspectives of adolescents, communities, and frontline providers that shape uptake of FP Services
• Build the capacity of male allies for FP2030 Commitments as a strategy for integrating male perspectives and voices in FP discourse
• Support peer education by dispelling myths and misconceptions, and promoting the use of FP services through referrals to health facilities by engaging ARHR’s Adolescent Health Champions
• Support the development of inclusive user-friendly communication materials (fact sheets, infographics, video documentaries, and other evidence briefs) to support FP education and advocacy efforts at national and sub-national levels
• Support the development of a social media toolkit for use by Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW)-led organizations for public engagement to ensure continuous information on FP
• Strengthen the leadership skills, voice, and power of adolescents and youth groups (in school and out of school) to increase their agency in policy processes, implementation, and monitoring
• Track the readiness of health facilities to provide adolescent-friendly health services; and perspectives (experiences) of adolescents on the quality and responsiveness of FP services and FP 2030 commitments
• Highlight and address gaps identified by organizing interface meetings, multi-stakeholder, and policy dialogues with duty-bearers, adolescents, and AGYW-led organizations
• Strengthen and expand existing Community Health Management Committees (CHMCs) to include youth representation at the community level.
• Support the creation of a landing page on ARHR’s website that will serve as a repository or knowledge hub to advance FP advocacy.
• Any other duties as may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health, or a relevant discipline. A Master’s degree is an added advantage
• At least three years of relevant experience in programme support; familiarity with international donors or with USAID-funded projects
• A good understanding of FP and its commitments
• Strong organizational, management, and administrative skills preferred
• Experience working in the NGO space with similar responsibilities
• Ability to effectively use MS Office, including word processing and Excel spreadsheet applications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and deliver work assignments on time
• Willingness to assume a range of unanticipated tasks and capacity to develop and grow in the position

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and CV to:

d.ampong@arhr.org.gh with the subject line ‘Programme Officer Application’ by 7th October 2023.

Closing Date: 30 November, 2023

This is a full-time permanent position with a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. ARHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Vacancy For Operations Assistant (Movements)

Posted on: October 30th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{International Organization for Migration (IOM),Accra,Full-Time, GH,SHS / Degree, 3 years,12 Nov-2023};

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context:

• Under the general supervision of the Movement Operations Manager, the direct supervision of the Operations Associate, the Operations Assistant (Movements) is responsible for undertaking movements activities, with the following duties and responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and book travel(ticket) for individuals upon receipt of travel-ready status and/or request in accordance with travel requirements, including but not limited to the distribution of Advance Booking Notifications (ABNs), updates, domestic flights, cancellations, and departure notifications.
• Organize and complete all flight bookings in Amadeus in a timely manner and in accordance with the Handbook of IOM Tariffs (HIT) and standard operating procedures (SOPs) from the Division of Resettlement and Movement Management (RMM). Under the supervision of the Operations Associate, distribute travel information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Compile and analyze descriptive statistics using an Integrated Global Airline Ticket Order Record (i-GATOR) to capture costs and prepare travel loan paperwork as specified in SOPs and in accordance with the host government’s procedures.
• Create movement data files by ABN for all individuals in accordance with SOPs and for IOM accountability.
• In accordance with local practices and RMM(Resettlement & Movement Management) guidelines and standards, and in close coordination with supervisors, identify and assign escorts to accompany vulnerable individuals.
• In coordination with Operations Associate, process exit permission paperwork and ICRC Travel Documents (emergency travel documents for humanitarian purposes) in accordance with established standards and local guidelines.
• Conduct identity and document verification prior to the distribution of travel documentation to refugees, immigrants, and migrants.
• Conduct pre-departure counselling on pre-embarkation procedures and special needs during travel (such as meals, medication, wheelchairs, and medical conditions) as needed. Identify beneficiary vulnerabilities and coordinate appropriate action to ensure they are addressed.
• Provide regular feedback on work being accomplished to the Operations Associate and keep supervisors immediately informed of any issues that arise.
• Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of relevant Movement Operations SOPs and Movements-related systems and databases (including iGATOR, MiMOSA, SAR, and Amadeus), as well as the ability to remain professional, impartial, and unbiased during all interactions with migrants and colleagues per the IOM Code of Conduct and instruction on the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation
and Abuse (PSEA).
• Maintain and ensure the confidentiality and integrity of all relevant paperwork in line with standards of conduct and data protection rules. Alert Operations Associate or management of any non-compliance to SOPs or codes of conduct by IOM staff members or partners.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

• University degree from an accredited educational institution; or
• Completed secondary high school education required.

Experience

• Five years of relevant working experience
• Three years of working experience with a bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of Resettlement and Movement Management or other work related to migration and displaced populations is highly important.
• Movement Operations or refugee/migrant transportation experience is a strong advantage.

Skills

• Strong computer skills – Word, Excel, and Internet
• Past experience with Movement Operations-related databases and airline booking systems (including iGATOR, MiMOSA, SAR, and Amadeus) is a strong advantage.

Languages

REQUIRED

• Fluency in English is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE

• Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish.

Competencies

• The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
• VALUES – All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.
• Competencies and respective levels should be drawn from the Competency Framework of the Organization.

CORE COMPETENCIES – Behavioural indicators – Level 1

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action
oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way

Other:

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification
of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
• Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighbouring country
that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
• In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighbouring country located within commuting distance, and work permit, as applicable.
• Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Accra, Ghana on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications directly to:

accravacancies@iom.int

Specifying the vacancy reference number VN2023-017 and candidate’s full name in the subject line.

Closing Date: 12 November, 2023

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Vacancy For Senior Programme Manager

Posted on: October 30th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 8 years,25 Nov-2023};

ABOUT THE ALLIANCE FOR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS (ARHR)

The Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR), established in 2004, is a network of Ghanaian Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Community-based Organizations (CBOS) promoting a rights-based approach to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health (RMNCAH) through advocacy, research and capacity building.

ARHR leads several civil society organizations to advocate for strengthened health systems to achieve UHC, with an emphasis on increased investment in PHC. ARHR convenes several dialogues between civil society, the private sector, media, academia, and state actors to demand accountability in health resource mobilization, allocation, and expenditure using evidence-
based information. ARHR further engages in policy advocacy by tracking gaps between policy and practice and utilizing the evidence to inform a review of policy.

JOB SUMMARY

• The Senior Programme Manager will lead, develop, and manage the program team to achieve organizational goals through programme development, effective coordination, consolidation, technical support, supervision, and guidance.
• He/she will manage and ensure resource mobilization, prioritization, allocation, and work plan coherence to deliver successful programmes or initiatives.
• The Senior Programme Manager must have a broad knowledge of programme management principles and a strategic mindset to lead, manage and supervise the programme team.

DUTIES, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

a. Programme Planning, Management and Implementation

• Provide leadership in the development of strategic work plans and budgets for all programs
• Provide leadership to the Programme Team toward achieving programme objectives
• Review and ensure alignment of programme priorities, strategies, and plans to the overall goal of the organization
• Support the Executive Director and the Senior Management Team to lead the development of both strategic and operational plans by the organizational goal
• Ensure ARHR’s programme activities are grounded, strongly interlinked, and consolidated at the global, national, and sub-national levels
• Ensure quality implementation of all ARHR programmes
• Ensure learning, monitoring, and evaluation are documented by the programme team in the most effective way

b. Fund Raising, Donor Relationship Management, Partnerships, and Networking

• Support the Executive Director, in developing and managing strategic partnerships and relationships with donors
• Lead the development of programme ideas into quality grant proposals through a variety of approaches
• Lead the programme team to respond to potential funding opportunities
• Support the Programme Team to strengthen networks in ARHR’s collaborative areas
• Represent ARHR and participate in network and alliance meetings, events, and forums at national and international levels as assigned by the Executive Director
• Ensure effective information flow and communication with other stakeholders including partners and international teams
• Initiate and nurture networks and alliances with other organizations; ensuring effective partnerships at all levels as per standard procedures and guidelines of the organization

c. Program Reviews, Monitoring, Evaluation, Program Learning and Reporting

• Ensure consistent monitoring of programmes to ensure alignment and contribution to organizational goals, monitor the flow of information and systemic documentation of quantitative and qualitative achievements and lessons learned
• Ensure quality and timely submission of quarterly and annual or required Programme Performance Reports as per desired standards and guidelines
• Lead the promotion of evidence-based learning
• Represent the organization/ Unit in various programme-related knowledge-sharing and learning forums or meetings, document and share feedback with the team
• Track trends in contemporary development programming and programme management practices, document and provide advice/ recommendations on key developments to team members

d. Financial Management

• Develop, monitor, review, and update the Programme department activity, and work plan to ensure that it attains its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible
• Review and approve programme concepts, and partner financial requests as per organizational process and procedures
• Manage the expenditure and disbursement of resources allocated to the program department
• Review programme expenditures from the programme team line staff to ensure conformity to the Financial Policies and Procedures Manual (FPPM)
• Monitor and advise on programme spending and variance reports as per organizational processes and procedures

e. Human Resource Management

• Lead and manage the programme team to achieve its mandated targets through annual operational plans
• Ensure an empowering work environment and team building in compliance with organizational values, principles, and attitudes
• Ensure an enabling environment for staff performance, recognition, and reward of the program team to encourage staff productivity, innovation and performance
• Participate in the review of staff job descriptions and setting of performance standards; assist in the recruitment of staff under the supervision of the Executive Director; Assign performance objectives to supervised staff, conduct
comprehensive performance appraisal of supervised staff, and provide/ obtain feedback when necessary
• Provide induction, training, coaching, mentoring, and advice to supervised staff to ensure that they understand and carry out their responsibilities effectively
• Work with HR to identify training needs and development opportunities for the programme team

Qualification Required & Experience

EDUCATION/ ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE

• A Master’s Degree in Management, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Public Health, or a relevant discipline
• A Minimum of 8 years of relevant post-graduate experience, preferably in the NGO sector, 5 years of which should be in senior management position
• Experience in designing, setting up, and coordinating monitoring, evaluation, and impact assessment systems and processes of a programme is required
• Experience in managing funding from a diversity of sources including governments and aid agencies, private sector donors, etc
• Proven experience working with government agencies, international agencies, and research institutes

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE

• In-depth understanding of the CSO landscape and Ghanaian Public Health and development ecosystem programming at national, sub-national, and international levels
• In-depth understanding of health policy processes and social development issues
• Sound and up-to-date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies, and techniques including a demonstrated understanding of gender issues in development and demonstrable commitment to promoting gender equality within the organization and in programme work
• Understanding of the project cycle management
• Excellent understanding of development partnerships, fund-raising, donor
strategies, governmental and international relations
• Basic knowledge of finance and accounting systems would be an advantage
• Strong knowledge of M&E methodology, and quality assurance would be an advantage

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Leadership and management
• Strategic thinking
• Excellent presentation, communication, and negotiation skills
• Networking, influencing, and interpersonal skills
• Crisis management and conflict resolution skills
• Planning, organization, time management, and coordination skills
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in MS Office
• A self-starter who is creative, diplomatic, mature and decisive

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and CV to:

d.ampong@arhr.org.gh with the subject line ‘Senior Programme Manager Application’

Closing Date: 25 November, 2023

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This is a full-time permanent position with a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. ARHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace.

Job Vacancy For Research and Advocacy Officer

Posted on: October 30th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,25 Nov-2023};

ABOUT THE ALLIANCE FOR REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH RIGHTS (ARHR)

The Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR), established in 2004, is a network of Ghanaian Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Community-based Organizations (CBOS) promoting a rights-based approach to reproductive, maternal, newborn, child, and adolescent health (RMNCAH) through advocacy, research and capacity building.

ARHR leads several civil society organizations to advocate for strengthened health systems to achieve UHC, with an emphasis on increased investment in PHC. ARHR convenes several dialogues between civil society, the private sector, media, academia, and state actors to demand accountability in health resource mobilization, allocation, and expenditure using evidence-based information. ARHR further engages in policy advocacy by tracking gaps between policy and practice and utilizing the evidence to inform a review of policy.

JOB SUMMARY

• Working collaboratively with other teams across the organization, the Research & Advocacy Officer will play a key role in undertaking high-quality research in health systems strengthening, health financing, and engaging in health advocacy. He/ She will assist with the development and implementation of advocacy strategies; and ultimately, prepare policy submissions and initiatives. This will be done in the context of developing and promoting ARHR as a strong voice for women, children, and adolescents’ health and well-being.

DUTIES, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement ARHR’s research and advocacy agenda in line with the strategic and operational plan
• Research, write, and prepare papers, reports, and policy briefs on relevant issues which contribute to ARHR’s overall advocacy goal
• Prepare policy papers, briefings, and position papers to inform key stakeholders on issues with regard to health systems strengthening, financing, and the well-being of target audiences
• Research and prepare policy papers, briefings, and position papers to support the Executive Director’s role of representing ARHR at conferences, meetings, and others
• Analyze and assess relevant new and emerging policy and budget papers on health and related for advocacy purposes
• Contribute to proposal writing and concept development by providing evidence and information to support the process
• Track and analyze global and national policy and advocacy environment, making strategic recommendations for opportunities for advocacy and key engagements
• Support the organization and management of events, meetings, and campaigns to ensure the implementation of the research and advocacy plan
• Support and contribute to the development of the capacity of member organizations to generate materials and conduct other desk-based research and policy analyses and provide strategic support to same
• Support the implementation of a MEL system to track the output, outcomes, and impact of ARHR’s research and advocacy work
• Be abreast and up to date with key issues related to the research and advocacy work of ARHR including monitoring of related activities of member organizations
• Identify and participate in networks in established ARHR’s priority areas with relevant stakeholders and partners; providing salient information on ARHR’s work as and when necessary
• Support the design of initiatives to build the capacity of member organizations to more effectively engage in advocacy and strengthen linkages with key advocacy stakeholders/ partners
• Undertake other duties & responsibilities within the scope of the role as may be directed

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge or demonstrable interest in maternal, newborn, adolescent’s health, health financing, and health systems strengthening.
• Good understanding of the global and national health policy environment
• Demonstrated knowledge & experience in outcomes measurement, evaluation frameworks & research
• Experience in government relations, knowledge of the mechanisms of government and political processes, and an ability to advocate effectively with decision-makers
• Experience conducting policy analysis and synthesizing technical information and materials for decision-making and advocacy actions
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with key internal andexternal stakeholders
• Ability to foster links, in collaboration with the Executive Director, with relevant partners and key stakeholders including government agencies, officials, parliamentarians, funding bodies, etc in order to develop and maintain advocacy networks and a research base
• Strong interpersonal skills & a proven track record in working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders to achieve outcomes
• Ability to build the organization’s profile through the establishment and maintenance of research partnerships with external organizations
• Demonstrated experience and skill in developing & writing research and advocacy outputs, including the ability to develop an evidence-based understanding of relevant issues
• Strong presentation, training, and facilitation skills

Qualification Required & Experience

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• At least three (3) years’ work experience implementing research and advocacy initiatives in a not-for-profit/ non-governmental organization
• This is a full-time permanent position with a salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and CV to:

d.ampong@arhr.org.gh with the subject line ‘Research and Advocacy Officer Application”

Closing Date: 25 November, 2023

ARHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Vacancy For Regional HIV/AIDS Program Officer

Posted on: October 27th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Chemonics International,Ahafo Region,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,13 Nov-2023};

Job Summary

• The USAID GHSC-PSM Project is the primary vehicle through which USAID provides supply chain technical assistance to the Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Service to 1) procure and provide health commodities, 2) Improve Ghana’s management of the supply chain, and 3) collaborate with key stakeholders to support global health initiatives.

• The Regional HIV/AIDS Program Officer will report directly to the USAID GHSC-PSM Public Health Programs Team Lead and will provide technical support to, and liaise closely with the Ahafo Regional Health Directorate (Ghana Health Service) and key stakeholders to ensure regional level HIV/AIDS commodity availability and security

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Coordinate and provide technical support to the Ghana Health Service (GHS) in regional forecasting of HIV/AIDS commodities and to prepare and regularly update regional supply plans.
• Regularly report on stock status of commodities, as well as health facility performance as relates to HIV commodity in prioritized facilities in identified Districts.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to facilitate implementation of ARV optimization including as per updated ART guidelines
• To provide supply chain technical support for the implementation of multi-month dispensing of ARVs to identified clients in prioritized facilities
• Conduct monitoring and supportive supervision visits to ART sites in the region to provide supply chain on-job-training and monitor performance to ensure continuous commodity availability.
• To provide technical assistance and logistical support to the Ministry of Health – MoH/GHS in HIV commodity distribution to ensure adequate stocks to meet client needs.
• Inform leadership of potential regional level short-term technical assistance needs as required.
• Assist with preparing regional specific work plans, quarterly and annual reports, activity reports and other related communications.
• Provide technical support to staff of ART sites to ensure Ghana Integrated Logistics Management Information System (GhiLMIS) system use to promote timely and accurate reporting.
• Support regional supply chain governance structures and technical working groups with facility data analytics for improved regional level HIV supply chain decision making
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below are representative of the required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities needed to perform the principal duties.

• Bachelor’s degree in health systems, public policy, supply chain, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant work experience.
• Experience working on a USAID or donor-funded project will be an added advantage.
• Experience building effective relationships with cooperating partners and stakeholders, especially government counterparts at national and regional levels.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, with the ability to communicate effectively in a cross-cultural environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
• Fluency in English required

Location: Ahafo Region

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: 13 November, 2023

Job Vacancy For Land Use Planning Advisor

Posted on: October 27th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{GIZ Ghana,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,MSc / MPhil, 3 years,30 Oct-2023};

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – is a public-benefit federal enterprise working in more than 100 countries worldwide. We work on behalf of the German Government and support public and private sector clients in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment, energy and environment, and peace and security. Our activities cover three priority areas: Energy and Climate, which deals with renewable energy and energy efficiency; Training and Sustainable Growth for decent Jobs; and Peaceful and Inclusive Societies, which focuses on good governance.

Project Brief:

• The programme “Participation, Accountability and Integrity for a resilient Democracy” PAIReD) supports key state and civil society actors in building up capacities to implement a citizen-oriented, integer and accountable governance on local and national level.
• A special focus is placed on improving tax policy and tax management for a fairer and more sustainable mobilization of revenue and strengthening the regulatory capacities of the public administration for a more accountable and transparent expenditure planning.
• Furthermore, the capacities of state institutions for uncovering and prosecuting cases of corruption and money laundering are
strengthened and competencies of civil society and media for their participation in accountability processes are being improved.

Scope of Role:

• In this role you are responsible for the technical, substantive and organizational implementation of a project’s measures and activities.
• In consultation with your line manager, you also assume tasks related to planning, steering and monitoring the project, including project administration tasks in some cases

Tasks:

• Provide technical capacity of partner local authorities to undertake Geo-spatial Analysis (Spatial Data Capturing, Spatial Data Development and Spatial Data Implementation) to produce sustainable spatial and land use plans.
• Interpret Legal Regimes on Spatial and Land Use Planning (Laws, Policies and Guidelines) to support partners to apply same and provide relevant inputs for reforms based on local experiences.
• Develop and deliver tailor-made capacity building programmes to strengthen the capacities of partner local authorities and other relevant stakeholders.
• Organize and facilitate technical trainings, meetings, workshops to strengthen spatial and land use planning practice.
• Develop guidelines and tools for participatory spatial and land use planning and management accountability.
• Provide quality assurance and backstopping for partners
• Develop tools and initiatives to ensure the effective involvement of and participation of especially women, PWDs and youth in relevant planning processes and activities.

Qualification Required & Experience

• MSc. / MPhil Spatial or Development Planning, Geographic Information System/ Urban Planning Management/ Geography
and Regional Planning
• At least 3 to 5 years’ relevant professional working experience – preferably working with international NGO or international
organizations in the area of Land Use Planning
• Expertise in Use of Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing Tools
• Good knowledge in land ownership and administration systems in Ghana
• Ability to perform a variety of specialized tasks independently related to design, planning and implementation of programme in a multistakeholder environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills participatory processes and addressing vulnerabilities in the same.
• Good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS
office)
• Strong command of the English language (both written and oral) is required; knowledge of German language is an asset.
• Proactive attitude towards personal growth and institutional changes
• Good interpersonal, management and communication skills
• Rendering result-oriented performance

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a one-page cover letter to:

hr-ghana@giz.de quoting the Job Code 2023/PAIReD-LUP/16/10 in the subject line. If you do not hear from us two (2) weeks after the deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 30 October, 2023

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply