{Solidaridad West Africa,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,30 Jun-2017};

Solidaridad West Africa is a not-for-profit organization that supports the sustainable development of farmers and production systems in West Africa, through the enhancement of value chains of fresh and processed agricultural commodities and other non-agricultural commodities.

Our activities in West Africa are focused on fresh fruits, oil palm, gold, cotton, maize, soy and cocoa. As the Regional Expertise Center (REC) within Solidaridad’s international network, we are part of a growing global movement advocating and supporting sustainable and responsible production and trade.

As the Regional Expertise Center (REC) within Solidaridad’s international network, SWA focuses on stimulating sustainable supply chains through innovations in good practices, robust infrastructure, sustainable landscapes management and enabling policy environment.

Solidaridad trains producers in best practices to produce more with less. We provide capacity building to producer organizations and enable them to access knowledge, inputs, finance and markets. We develop and promote the integration of good economic, social and environmental management into standard business and production practices.

Solidaridad West Africa’s regional office is based in Accra, Ghana. SWA currently have program activities and operations in Ghana, Cote D’Ivoire, Nigeria, Liberia and Sierra Leone. SWA seeks to recruit highly qualified and motivated persons for the following positions for their operations in Ghana and within the West Africa sub-region.

Profile Summary

The position supports programme co-ordination at Country level. The role , under the supervision of the Country Representative, will provide both administrative and programme support to the Ghana Country Office in developing, implementing, executing and monitoring the country programmes, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with Solidaridad rules and regulations to achieve smooth implementation of programmes and key performance indicators.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Country Representative to co-ordinate and manage programme activities
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and documentation of meetings, workshops, seminars and other activities focusing on the technical aspects.
• Researches, analyzes, and compiles qualitative and quantitative data and information from a variety of sources on relevant topics to facilitate preparation of reports, working papers, and presentations.
• Support in Knowledge Management and capacity building through research and analysis of information on best practices and lessons learnt to support knowledge development and capacity building.
• Organize and maintain the projects/programme, updates and keep a calendar of programme events.
• Follow the programme monitoring system and update information concerning the progress of projects, periodically documents and report results of activities
• Support the development of technical and financial reports based on Solidaridad’s specific planning, implementation and reporting procedures
• Assist in resource mobilization through developing project proposals, concepts and innovations

Qualifications Required & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Planning, or related fields
• At 2 years’ experience in Programmes and projects management
• Strong analytical skills and detail oriented
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in use of MS Office suite
• Able to work in fast-paced environment
• Must be self-motivated

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Please send a one-page motivation letter (addressed to the Regional Director, Solidaridad West Africa) and a resume in English to

solidaridad.wa@solidaridadnetwork.org and indicate the position you are applying for in the subject header.

Closing Date: 30 June, 2017

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

{IITA-Ghana,Tamale,Full-Time,GH,Degree,3 years,20 Jun-2017};

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future. IITA is headquartered in Nigeria, with offices located in other countries in sub-Saharan Africa, including Ghana. To find out more about IITA, visit our web site at http://www.iita.org

•   The position: IITA is recruiting for a Field liaison Officer position for the IITA Ghana Country Office. S/he will work under the supervision of the N2Africa Country Coordinator and IITA Ghana Country Representative.
•   Duty Station: Tamale with field work travels to project sites in Upper West, Upper East and Northern regions.

Main Duties:

•   Liaise between the project office and dissemination partners
•   Offer support to dissemination partners in establishment of demonstrations and field agronomic trials
•   Laying out, execution and monitoring of field experiments
•   Collection of data from demonstrations, agronomic trials and socio-economic studies
•   Collate Monitoring and Evaluation Data from Partners
•   Editing, cleaning and entry of Data
•   Any other duties assigned by the country coordinator

Terms of appointment:

•   This is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at IITA-Ghana’s Tamale Office.
•   Initial appointment is fixed term for two

years with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon Individual performance and the availability of funding.

Qualifications Required & Experience

•   A good first degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Extension or Agribusiness with a minimum of 3 years of working experience in the area of agricultural research and extension
•   Must be computer literate with working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
•   Ability to work with minimal supervision
•   Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and multicultural environment
•   Capability of planning, laying out and execution of field experiments
•   Working experience in agricultural extension (GAP) and with FBOs / farmers
•   Strong ability to co-ordinate, prioritise and organise workload; take initiative and work under pressure.
•   Good team spirit and also participate as a team member in accomplishment of duties.

Location: Tamale

How to Apply For the Job

To be considered for the job, please send a covering letter and CV (4 pages maximum) explaining their interest in the position, relevant documents and testimonials and the names and addresses (telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.

Applications should be addressed to

Country Representative,
IITA-Ghana,
P.O. Box TL 6,
Tamale

and submitted by email to:

iitaghana@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 June, 2017

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IITA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.

{Winrock International,Kumasi,Full-Time,GH,Degree,4 years,20 Jun-2017};

PROJECT: Mobilizing Community Action and Promoting Opportunities for Youth in Ghana’s Cocoa-Growing Communities (MOCA) project.

REPORTS TO: Project Director (PD)

Position Summary

•   The Grants Manager will be responsible for providing leadership and management of the grants component of the Ghana MOCA project: monitoring award-related work flows, developing and implementing systems and strengthening capacity of MOCA grantees to comply with award terms and conditions, as well as applicable regulations and Winrock International policy. MOCA seeks to address child labor in cocoa-growing areas with focus on youth ages 15–17 and their households who are either at-risk of or engaged in hazardous child labor.  S/he will work with the team and sub-grantees to produce a high-quality, results-oriented project. Position will be based in Kumasi, Ghana, with project-funded travel to the Ashanti and Western Regions. Position is contingent upon continuation of donor funding.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Establish procedures and lead procurement related to small local grants component including assessment, award, and approval of grants; bidding process according to USDOL and Winrock international procedures.
•   Oversee the conceptualization, development, and delivery of in-kind grants packages to subgrantees.
•   Work with the Ghana MOCA project Finance & Administration Manager and field staff to ensure proper bidding process and documentation for all grant-related local purchases.
•   Coordinate with the Project Director and Winrock Home Office Project Management on the following tasks related to grant management:
•   Develop requests for proposals to solicit grant proposals;
•   Provide advisory support to grants recipients with finalization of project descriptions, action plans and budgets before signing grants agreements;
•   Draft grant agreements with grants recipients;
•   Establish effective communication and cooperation with grants recipients on project implementation, reporting, information sharing and further work planning;
•   Ensure financial management compliance among grantees;
•   Grant monitoring and evaluation, and grant close-outs.
•   Coordinate with other members of the field team, particularly CODESULT staff on the MOCA project, to ensure timely delivery of appropriate grants items, including technical assistance, and in-kind materials related to community mobilization needs.
•   Train grantees on how to manage grants and small projects;
•   Develop and maintain grants training manuals and materials;
•   Ensure preparation of information on the status and results of projects implementation for dissemination in mass media;
•   Identify and share best practices of implementation and management of grants at local and national levels;
•   Prepare monthly reports on the status and results of grant project implementation;
•   Maintain high ethical standards of integrity; respect confidentiality and represent Winrock International at all times;
•   Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education:  Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, Public Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

Experience:  The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

•   At least 4 years of proven experience in the field of coordination (monitoring) of programs, projects and/or grant management components in public, non-governmental or international organization;
•   At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in soliciting for grantees, awarding grants and managing and mentoring grantees for results;
•   Experience managing international projects to the highest ethical standards
•   Strong experience facilitating external sub-award audits and ensuring compliance with findings and recommendations;
•   Solid experience developing and implementing grants manuals, solicitations, award documents and award modifications;
•   Strong workflow management skills; flexibility; and organizational skills for coordinating a variety of tasks simultaneously; attention to detail; team player;
•   Experienced in working with US-donor funded regulations and procedures.

Skills:

•   Excellent computer skills (word-processing, spreadsheets, and databases) are required;
•   Excellent interpersonal skills;
•   Strong analytical and report writing skills;
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills in English;
•   Willingness to travel.

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit a current Curriculum Vitae (CV) and cover letter referencing MOCA Project Grants Manager to:

moca.winrock@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 June, 2017

{International Cocoa Initiative,Konongo,Full-Time,GH,N/A,2 years,02 Jun-2017};

Established in 2002, the International Cocoa Initiative (ICI) is the leading organisation promoting child protection in cocoa-growing communities. ICI works with the cocoa industry, civil society and national governments in cocoa-producing countries to ensure a better future for children and contribute to the elimination of child labour.

Job Description

International Cocoa Initiative (ICI), Terms of Reference,CLMRS Field Associate, Ghana

The International Cocoa Initiative (ICI) (www.cocoainitiative.org) seeks a CLMRS Field Associate to support its operations in the Konongo District in Ghana.

ICI has developed a Child Labour Monitoring and Remediation System (CLMRS) that allows industry partners to manage responsibly the risk of child labour in their cocoa supply chain. In line with the Ghana Child Labor Monitoring System (GCLMS), the system is based on the presence of Community Facilitators (CF) within cocoa-growing communities who raise awareness on the issue of child labour; identify cases and implement remediation activities.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Based at District-level, under the authority of the National Coordinator and direct supervision of the Supply Chain Projects Coordinator, the incumbent will:

•   Ensure the liaison between ICI in Accra, regional stakeholders and local authorities;
•   Ensure consistent implementation of the guidelines and policies established by ICI Foundation;
•   Collect, analyze and transmit all relevant information from the field to ensure regular reporting to the National Coordinator (NC) and Supply Chain Projects Coordinator  on project progress and prepare technical reports;
•   Ensure proper set-up and roll-out of the CLMRS in the region, specifically:
•   Participate in the recruitment of Monitoring and Remediation Agents (MRA) together with the societies and the industry partners where necessary
•   Participate in the selection of the Community Facilitators (CF) where necessary
•   Participate in the training of MRAs and CFs and organize field-level training logistics where necessary
•   Provide ongoing technical support to MRAs and the CFs, ensuring that they fulfill their terms of reference
•   Pro-actively monitor KPIs for the area under his/her responsibility and pro-actively work towards their improvement
•   Support community-level awareness-raising sessions on child labour
•   Advise on remediation strategies and follow-up on the implementation of remediation activities
•   Assist partners (suppliers, societies, LBCs, etc.) in setting-up and running the CLMRS
•   Organize the logistics around the field visits of ICI staff from Accra and Geneva or industry partners;
•   Work on any other related tasks as required.

SKILLS

•   Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of actors;
•   Excellent organizational and planning skills;
•   Ability to work autonomously in remote environments and to keep a high level of motivation;
•   Be pro-active;
•   Knowledge of the cocoa sector and experience in activities related to the fight against child labor;
•   Excellent command of the Microsoft Office software products, in particular Word and Excel.

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicant must have:

•   Higher Education degree (minimum two years) in a relevant field (agronomy, development studies, supply-chain management, etc.);
•   Experience working on rural development or cocoa supply-chain.
•   TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: The position is based in in the ICI’s project districts in Ghana.

LANGUAGES:  Fluency in written and spoken English, and a Ghanaian language preferably Twi.

Location: Konongo

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your CV AND A COVER LETTER. Please put “CLMRS Field Associate” in the email subject line to:

hr@cocoainitiative.org

Closing Date: 02 June, 2017

{Embassy of Denmark,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,10 years,29 May-2017};

The Embassy of Denmark in Accra is recruiting a senior, proactive, French speaking Commercial Adviser for our Trade and Business Team to strengthen our efforts in export- and investment promotion.

The Commercial Adviser will support the Trade and Business Team in furthering and supporting export and investment promotion of Denmark, Ghana and the Ivory Coast. The Adviser should expect to devote a significant amount of time on issues related to the Ivorian market.

The position will include regular regional and international travel and will have annual income targets to meet.

Main tasks and responsibilities as Commercial Adviser

•   Assistance to Danish companies in promoting business-interests in the Ghanaian and Ivorian markets
•   Market research on behalf of and marketing assistance to Danish companies
•   Assessment of market opportunities for Danish companies
•   Maintaining and developing a strategic network and overview of markets
•   Facilitating contacts between Danish and local business partners and assist in liaising with authorities
•   Facilitating high level visits from Denmark to Ghana
•   Planning and implementation of programmes for individual companies and trade delegations to Denmark, Ghana and the Ivory Coast
•   Contributing towards Danish Trade Council cooperation in Africa and participate in regional industry teams.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A degree in Economics, International Marketing, MBA or similar
•   At least 10 years of professional experience with progressing responsibility
•   Full fluency in English and French – speaking and writing
•   Solid business acumen and experience in engaging with stakeholders at the top levels of both the corporate and the government world
•   Strong network in the Ghanaian business community
•   Full IT-proficiency, including in Microsoft Office Suite
•   Ability to make professional presentations
•   Proactive, creative, outgoing, energetic and able to work independently, as well as being persistent, adaptable, have passion for the job; be goal-oriented and an effective crosscultural communicator

Desired qualifications

•   International exposure and proven cross-cultural work experience
•   Specific expertise from the green-tech or food and agriculture sector
•   Network and experience from working in the Ivory Coast

We offer

•   An exciting, inter-cultural and dynamic work environment with a wide range of diverse tasks
•   A dynamic and fast paced work place, with a team characterized by an informal tone and a “can do” attitude. The Commercial Adviser reports to the Commercial Counsellor. ? Great opportunities for the use and development of your professional and personal competences

Employment conditions

•   You will be offered full time employment on a local contract based on the relevant legally binding labour market rules of Ghana.
•   The initial period of employment will be six months, with the possibility of a permanent position at the end of the initial period subject to performance.
•   Your salary will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience and proven work-related results.
•   You and your dependant family members will be offered reasonable coverage of sickness expenses. Application and recruitment process

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

To apply for the position, please send your application (cover letter, CV, proof of relevant education, recommendations and 2-3 references) in English to the Embassy of Denmark, email:

accamb@um.dk marked in subject line “Application – Commercial Adviser – Embassy of Denmark”

Closing Date: 29 May, 2017

{All Souls Baptist Church,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,30 Apr-2017};

All Souls Baptist Church has vacancy for Project Director.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree holder
•   Computer literate
•   Ability to work with children and parents
•   Must be a committed Christian
•   Ability to regularly visit and counsel parents and children
•   All relevant cerificates, including NSS certificate

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your CV and all relevant documents in support of your application to:

kwashieesther@gmail.com / rphlecho87@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 April, 2017

{All Souls Baptist Church,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree / HND,N/A,30 Apr-2017};

All Souls Baptist Church has vacancy for Social Worker.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree / HND holder
•   Computer literate
•   Ability to work with children and parent
•   Must be a committed Christian
•   Ability to regularly visit counsel parents and children
•   All relevant certificates, including NSS certificate

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please send your CV and all relevant documents in support of your application to:

kwashieesther@gmail.com / rphlecho87@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 April, 2017

{RTI International,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,29 Apr-2017};

RTI (www.rti.org) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and multidisciplinary services.

Job Description

•   Research Triangle Institute (RTI) is seeking Technical Experts for an upcoming regional Collaborating, Learning and Adapting (CLA) activity out of West Africa.

•   This project will help the USAID/West Africa Mission to more effectively implement its projects by coordinating its activities; learning from experiences; and serving as an information, communication, and thought-leader in the West Africa region. The contract is regional in nature and will cover several countries in West Africa.

The position listed below is contingent, based upon contract award and customer funding.

Summary

•   Monitoring, Evaluation, & Learning Specialist is responsible for all monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities.
•   The Specialist must ensure that all activities are in line with USAID Learning, Evaluation and Research policy ensuring that impact reporting includes cost/benefit analysis of interventions. Qualifications:

Qualification Required & Experience

•   At least a BA/BS degree in business, economics, statistics, international development, or related field.
•   At least 5 years’ technical experience in developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation plans and results-based management.
•   Must demonstrate at least 3 years’ work experience in developing countries.
•   Excellent oral and written English language and French communication skills.

Preferred qualifications:

•   Demonstrated experience managing or implementing projects in West Africa or surrounding areas.
•   Previous experience monitoring and evaluating projects focused on and Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) is a plus

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit your CV to:

?WA_CLA@rti.org

Please include the position title in the subject line.

Closing Date: 29 April, 2017

RTI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

{RTI International,Accra,Full-Time,GH,HND,5 years,29 Apr-2017};

RTI (www.rti.org) is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and multidisciplinary services.

Job Description

•   Research Triangle Institute (RTI) is seeking Technical Experts for an upcoming regional Collaborating, Learning and Adapting (CLA) activity out of West Africa.

•   This project will help the USAID/West Africa Mission to more effectively implement its projects by coordinating its activities; learning from experiences; and serving as an information, communication, and thought-leader in the West Africa region. The contract is regional in nature and will cover several countries in West Africa.

The position listed below is contingent, based upon contract award and customer funding.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Technical Specialists must have expertise in one of the following areas: Digital Communications and Marketing, Finance and Operations, Gender and Youth Engagement, Training and Learning, or Countering Violent Extremism (CVE.)
•   At least a BA/BS degree in business, economics, marketing, international relations, government or other relevant field.
•   Minimum 5 years’ experience working in the region in one of the above-mentioned fields.
•   Experience working on international development projects funded by DFID, USAID, the United Nations, or a similar bi-lateral or multi-lateral organization.
•   Experience working collaboratively with host country governments and the local private sector, and coordinating activities with those of other donors.
•   Experience working on culturally diverse teams and working with counterparts from other cultures.
•   Excellent oral and written English language communication skills with French speaking skills preferred.

Preferred qualifications: Demonstrated experience managing or implementing projects in West Africa or surrounding areas.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit your CV to:

?WA_CLA@rti.org

Please include the position title in the subject line.

Closing Date: 29 April, 2017

RTI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.