{WaterAid,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,6 years,31 Dec-2016};

Working with the Policy, Advocacy & Campaigns (PAC) team and reporting to the Country Director, the Head-of Policy, Advocacy & Campaigns will lead the overall delivery of WaterAid Ghana’s (WAG’s) advocacy agenda.

The post holder will contribute to strategic decision making in the WaferAid Ghana Country Programme (CP) management as well as manage other members of staff in the Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Department (PACD).

Key roles and responsibilities include:

Strategic Oversight

•   Facilitate the effective implementation of WAG’s Country Programme Strategy
•   Develop and deploy templates, tools and guiding frameworks in support of the implementation of the Country Programme Strategy
•   Contribute to Senior Management Team (SMT) decision making processes on audit issues/risk management. recruitment, overall performance of staff and partners.
•   Provide strategic leadership for the Country Programme and its partners’ role in contributing to the implementation of the SDGs, WaterAid (WA) influencing priorities that include ‘Healthy Start’ (integrating WASH and Health), sector strengthening, among others.
•   Participate actively in high level sector meetings in and outside the country programme and contributing to pro-poor policy discourses in the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) sector, and
•   Play a key role in WAG’s effort towards becoming an independent entity

Influential Leadership

•   Support and Challenge the PAC staff to put up impressive performance and manage finances and other resources in a manner that reflects the values of Water Aid
•   Create trust and demonstrate courage in coaching staff in PACD, other departments and support partnerships towards building people’s power for high performance.
•   Work effectively with other departments to promote policy practice linkages, and the culture of learning/knowledge management

Capacity Building

•   Work with other departments to build and review capacities of staff and partners on new frameworks, templates, processes and monitor their implementation
•   Champion the application of agreed approaches such as District Wide Approach (DWA), Human Rights-Based Approach (HRBA), and Endogenous Development (ED) approach etc.’ that will enhance WAG’s effectiveness and
•   Create and take advantage of existing platforms to build staff and partners/stake holders capacity and review performances on regular basis.

Quality Reporting/Communication

•   Play leadership roles in coordinating and reviewing WAG’s reports, ensuring that they are of high quality and reflect WA’s overarching strategic thrust, and
•   Work with Regional Learning Centres and Campaigns and Communication units to regularity produce abridged versions and simplified knowledge management materials for influencing, fundraising and WAG image branding.

Monitoring and Evaluation

•   Work closely with the Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation unit to track progress of country strategy implementation in particular generating evidence of WAG’s contributions towards
•   reaching marginalised populations with WASH services through influencing, and
•   Work with others to maximise WAG’s impact from a conscious policy – practice engagement culture

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Public Policy or Administration, Social Science, Government, Development Studies, or relevant discipline. Masters Degree in Public Policy/Administration and Management, Governance desirable.
•   6-8 years of practical experience in Policy,Advocacy and Campaigns
•   Experience in engagement with the WASH sector at the highest level towards the realisation of the SDGs; Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies, civil society groups, development partners and communities
•   Experience in developing and managing the implementation of rights-based approaches and other participatory approaches to development
•   Experience of developing proposals and coordinating ideas for managing donor relationships
•   Experience working with Civil society coalitions and networks  and
•   Experience in managing national and international campaigns desirable

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send their applications (letter of interest and resume) via email to:

ghrecruitment@wateraid.org

Closing Date: 30 December, 2016

Please Note: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

{Abt Associates,Kumbungu. West Mamprusi. East Mamprusi. Mamprugu/Moagduri. Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo. Karaga,Full-Time, GH,N/A,N/A,10 Jan-2017};

Abt. Associates Inc., a US based company, is implementing the PMI/ USAID–funded African Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) program. AIRS has been implemented in in Ghana since 2008 in some selected districts in the Northern Region.

Job Description

Currently, Abt Associates is implementing Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) in Six selected districts in the Northern region: Kumbungu, West Mamprusi, East Mamprusi, Mamprugu/Moagduri,Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo, Karaga, districts.

We are currently seeking qualified individuals to fill temporary positions as District Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant (6 positions) in our operational districts. Successful candidates will be contracted for not more than 3 months.

Responsibilities of M & E Assistant

•   Train all district level staff including Spray Operators and Mobilizers on all M & E data collection tools and procedures.
•   Supervise field data collection by Spray Operators and Mobilizers.
•   Perform data collection verification in sprayed and mobilized communities and address data collection errors.
•   Support Team Leaders and Field Supervisors to verify Spray Operator data collection forms using the Error Eliminator.
•   Ensure timely arrival of all Spray Operator data collection forms from all sites to the data entry center.
•   Supervise Data Entry Assistants to ensure that all data entry, cleaning and syncing protocols are well followed.
•   Assist the District Operations Coordinator (DOC) to draw a district spray operations and supervision plan.
•   Write and submit district weekly spray progress reports.
•   Analyze district level spray data to inform decision making for ongoing spray operations.
•   Perform other duties as assigned by the DOC and the program M & E Manager.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of Higher National Diploma (HND) in Statistics or a quantitative related field.
•   Good background in field data collection with demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate large scale data collection exercise.
•   Willingness to live and travel within the district assigned.
•   Knowledge in data analysis and interpretation of results will be an advantage.
•   Good organizational, report writing and management skills.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
•   Strong computer skills with good understanding on the use of MS Excel and Access
•   Proficiency in English and one or more Northern Ghanaian Languages will be an advantage.
•   Previous work experience in Indoor Residual Spraying will be an added advantage.
•   MUST be able to ride a motorbike and possess a valid license

Location: Kumbungu, West Mamprusi, East Mamprusi, Mamprugu/Moagduri,Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo, Karaga

How to Apply for The Job

Please look through the above mentioned districts and select any one where you wish to be considered for the position of Logistics Assistant and state this in your application letter. Application letters that do not have specific district will not be considered.

You can send your application letter and CV by any of the methods stated below. Please choose only one method and apply through that method, do not use both methods to apply:

Send your applications to the following email:

abtairslogistics@gmail.com (Please indicate the position and district in the subject line of the email. Emails without district and Job title will not be considered)

You can also deliver your application by hand to the Abt Associates Inc. Office building located near VSO office off the SSNIT Road Junction Kalpohine, Estates Tamale.

Closing Date: 10 January, 2017

Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Only qualified applicants will be contacted. Females are particularly encouraged to apply.

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, N/A,19 Dec-2016};

Chemonics International seeks an experienced Technical Director for the USAID Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (GHSC-PSM) Program based in Accra, Ghana.

Job Summary

•   The Technical Director will report directly to the Country Director and is responsible for assisting the Country Director with development and implementation of management systems and supervision of technical staff
•   S/He will provide oversight of all technical aspects of the project

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

•   Directly supervise technical staff including systems strengthening team, Public Health Programs Team and Warehouse & Transport Team
•   Support efforts to improve and strengthen in-country supply chains to ensure health products are available when needed and can get to where they are needed, bridge the gap between the Ghana Ministry of Health (“GMOH”) and supply chain operators, improve visibility at all levels of the supply chain to strengthen accountability and strengthen environments for commodity security through increased knowledge management and dissemination
•   Strengthen warehousing and distribution planning capacity of central and regional levels
•   Provide the necessary oversight and technical guidance required to develop and implement modalities for tracking availability and movement of program commodities in and out of the Regional Medical Stores (“RMS”).
•   Ensure that the technical team establish partnerships to coordinate the distribution of health commodities from contracted central warehouse to RMS.
•   Ensures preparation and dissemination regular stock status reports
•   Provide technical support and guidance for the planning and implementation of quaterly and use verification visits to all regions.

Qualification Required & Experience

Our ideal candidate is someone who exemplifies leadership, integrity and diplomacy and brings demonstrated and proactive problem-solving skills

•   Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline required(pharmacy, public health management, pharmaceuticals and medical supplies and/or supply chain management systems and international project management required, including strong skills in procurement/subcontracting, M&E systems, compliance and financial management
•   Thorough knowledge of USAID funding and its contractual and reporting requirements required experience managing USAID-funded health programs strongly preferred
•   Knowledge of distribution operating systems, logistics and forecasting required
•   Strong leadership and motivational ability and interpersonal, written and oral communications skills
•   Ability to work with cooperating partners in implementing complex programs
•   Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
•   Experience using inventory tracking systems and information systems
•   Excellent written and spoken English skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please submit your application to:

psmghanarecruit@gmail.com

Closing Date: 19 December, 2016

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 3 years,05 Dec-2016};

A non-governmental organisation, which seeks to promote the holistic development of the youth through the game of football, has vacancy for a Country Director position for its Ghana Office.

Job Summary

•   The Country Director (CD) will have overall management and administrative responsibility for the staff and operations of the organisation
•   The management responsibility includes overall oversight and management of the human, material and financial resources for the accomplishment of the vision and mission of the organisation
•   The position holder must have a passion for the training and development of the youth
•   He/she will be required to manage all programmes and projects affiliated to the organisation
•   He/she will be required to assist in fund-raising for the organisation and must be experienced in proposal and grant writing
•   He/She must have international exposure and must be able to communicate cross-culturally.

Reporting Relationship: The job holder reports to the chairman of the Board of Directors

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicants must have an advanced degree, at least a Masters degree, and must have worked in a Senior Management position in a Non-Government Organisation (NGO) for at least 5 years

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates may apply by e-mail to the following address:

visionconsult70@hotmail.com

Closing Date: 05 December, 2016

{Youth Empowerment Synergy (YES-Ghana),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,11 Dec-2016};

About Us:

Established in 2001, the Youth Empowerment Synergy (YES-Ghana) is an ECOSOC-accredited NGO which is at the forefront of youth development policy, practice and research in Ghana. At YES-Ghana, we work to realise a vision: a world where every young person has a real chance to benefit from and participate in the development processes at local, national and international levels. Our mission is to promote policies and develop initiatives that help youth succeed in becoming life-long learners, productive members of society, materially sufficient and self-respecting citizens. Visit www.yesghana.org for more information.

(Ghanaian Nationals Only)

Overall Purpose:

•   YES-Ghana is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Training and Capacity Building Manager to oversee a range of training and capacity building activities across the organisation’s projects and programmes. The Manager will also support YES-Ghana’s skills building agenda by developing a sustainable business model, bringing new partners on board, and espousing new innovation that projects YES-Ghana’s reputation as a leader in skills training and development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Overseeing the development and implementation of a medium-term strategy for skills building in line with market research, business targets, policies and standards
•   Leading the development, delivery, evaluation, and improvement of courses, materials and related services, to meet the needs of clients and stakeholders
•   Developing and testing new delivery models and sharing of best practices
•   Maintaining up-to-date training portfolios in line with market research
•   Leading the development of lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with key players in the skills building space locally and internationally
•   Managing the day-to-day running of training activities
•   Ensuring that training programmes meets learner needs and expectations
•   Providing on-going technical assistance to youth groups to ensure their ability to develop, refine, and deliver appropriate trainings
•   Supporting the implementation of the Collaborating, Learning and Adapting (CLA) approach
•   Ensuring that training programmes meet international quality standards and organisational expectations
•   Maintaining good relationships with training participants and colleagues
•   Line managing trainers to corporate standards and acting as duty officer when required
•   Managing financial allocations and expenditures according to delegated authority and ensuring timely payments in accordance with YES-Ghana’s financial management policy

Qualification Required & Experience

Education and Experience

•   Advanced degree in relevant field; significant related work experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced degree
•   Minimum five years of demonstrated experience leading skills training and capacity building activities
•   Minimum five years of demonstrated experience working with youth in local environments; experience working with vulnerable and minority groups a plus
•   English fluency required; fluency in major Ghanaian languages is an added advantage
•   Excellent writing and oral communication skills
•   Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel

Personal Attributes

•   High integrity and strong attention to detail
•   Proven ability to establish priorities and to plan, organise, coordinate and monitor own work plan and provide advice and supervision to others
•   Resourcefulness, sound judgment and decision-making skills. Demonstrated sound judgment in resolving issues/problems
•   Excellent and effective communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with staff, project participants and partners, as well as others
•   High level of professional, people management and human relations skills
•   Ability to initiate and complete assignments and to work under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision
•   Professional and independent working style, highly motivated and well-organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time
•   Professional demeanour. Able to present a professional image of the organisation at all times.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit a one-page motivation letter and an updated CV bearing your contact details and two references to:

jobs@yesghana.org

Please use TRAINING & CAPACITY BUILDING MANAGER as the subject line of your email. Be sure to highlight in the motivation letter how specifically you meet the criteria for this role. Due to capacity constraints, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 11 December, 2016

{USAID Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Bachelor’s Degree,5 years,17 Nov-2016};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Ghanaian for the position of Aid Development Assistant Specialist. This position is located in the Health and Population Office of USAID/Ghana. The Program Management Specialist will perform a range of administrative and financial management tasks for the overall portfolio of the Health Population and Nutrition (HPNO) Office, which includes several Presidential Initiatives and other directives that require special handling. S/he will support the Office Chief and all of the teams of the office in accomplishing key requirements to keep funds and program reporting on track, and serve as a key resource person to ensure good financial reporting by technical assistance teams.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

•   The Program Management Specialist will perform a range of administrative and financial management tasks for the overall portfolio of the Health Population and Nutrition (HPNO) Office, which includes several Presidential Initiatives and other directives that require special handling.
•   S/he will support the Office Chief and all of the teams of the office in accomplishing key requirements to keep funds and program reporting on track, and serve as a key resource person to ensure good financial reporting by technical assistance teams.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES % OF TIME

•   The incumbent shall oversee preparation of all major program obligating and reporting documents for the health portfolio, with up to $80 million in obligations per year. This will include development of pre-obligation documents and Strategic Objective Agreement (SOAG) amendments, and ensuring correct entry into the USG systems required for different health initiatives, including FACTS, Country Operational Plan (COP) and Mission Operation Plan (MOP) reporting. S/he will be responsible for consolidation, documentation, and tracking of bilateral and activity programmatic and financial information including budgets, pipelines, accruals, evaluations, and audit requirements, assisting in the correction of any problems noted in the financial tracking system.

•   Organize quarterly partner meetings to share results and train partners on new procedures. Using information collected from partners and office teams, the incumbent will consolidate, organize, and prepare information and data to include in performance monitoring reports, OP, MOP and COP reporting and any other types of required reporting. The incumbent will collect, review, and consolidate data quality control documentation and alert partners and senior staff to data quality control requirements. The incumbent shall also update and prepare basic communication information on USAID’s health activities, power point presentations, and success stories. (20%)

•   Prepare administrative actions related to program management of activities including preparation of action memorandums, justifications for less than full and open competition, Modified Acquisition and Assistance Request Document (MAARD) face-sheets and budgets, bilateral amendments, and routine implementation letters. S/he will also liaise with the Program Office in the management of the field support database and USAID web-based applications (GLAAS actions, Ops Master) (20%)

•   The incumbent will serve as a resource person for all of the major health portfolios (Malaria, HIV/AIDS, Maternal and Child Health/Reproductive Health and Water/Sanitation, with a particular focus on the latter, to assure compliance with USAID regulations and procedures for planning, budgeting, implementing and reporting on activities. This will include preparation of important sections of solicitations serving on review panels as required, and orientation of technical assistance teams on USAID procedures. (15%)
•   Assist Acquisition Officer Representative/Contract Officer Representative (AORs/CORs) and Program Management Assistants in the tracking, documentation, and priority setting for closeouts of bilateral agreements, programs, grants, and contracts including those for personnel. Incumbent shall assist in securing the approval of equipment disposition plans and close-outs by obtaining inventories of equipment purchased with USAID funds and final vouchers, reports, and any other documentation required for close-outs. (10%)
•   Provide miscellaneous administrative and technical services to assist team members, including representing the Strategic Objective (SO) team members, as required, at technical meetings and providing secretarial coverage during the absence of the Administrative Assistant and/or if the workload requires additional lower-level administrative support.

Such administrative duties include, but are not limited to;

A) Effecting efficiencies and economies in administrative operations,
B) Developing and maintaining administrative support procedures for effective management of SO and;
C) Maintaining database of key contacts and partners (10%)

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

•   Education: Bachelor’s degree in administration, business studies, accounting or related field, or the equivalent in work experience is required.
•   Prior Work Experience: At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of international development programs, with demonstrated expertise in planning, budgeting and monitoring technical assistance activities, as well as experience in organizing programmatic, technical and administrative information for decision-making is required.
•   Language Proficiency: Fluency in English language Level IV (Excellent oral and written communication skills) is required. (Language proficiency will be tested).
•   Knowledge: Knowledge of business practices and basic financial management principles is critical. Familiarity with procurement regulations and funding environment, especially those related to development assistance including Presidential Initiatives is required.
•   Skills and Abilities: Ability to interact effectively with a broad range of counterparts, to perform routine financial and administrative tasks and to determine the right way to respond to unusual requirements in a fast-paced environment is required. (Language proficiency will be tested).

Salary Range: Grade FSN-10 = GH¢ 63,369.00 – GH¢ 95,060.00 p. a; (depending on qualification and experience).

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested individuals should submit cover letter, Curriculum Vitae with references and relevant certificates to:

Regional Executive Office
USAID/West Africa
P.O. Box 1630, Accra

By Email to: acpersonnel@usaid.gov

Closing Date: 17 November, 2016

Note: Applicants must address each required qualification listed above with specific information supporting each item to be eligible for consideration. When submitting your application via email, start the subject line with the position title. Failure to state this and submit signed letter with required document will result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified. No relocation expenses are provided to the job location, Accra-Ghana. If transportation to Accra is required, it will be the employee’s responsibility.

{University Research Co. LLC (URC),Tamale. Ho. and Takoradi,Full-Time, GH,Degree , 5 years,05 Nov-2016};

URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.

Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.

URC’s mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).

Job Description

USAID/Ghana Systems for Health Project, Quality Improvement Specialist

•   Local Hire Only
•   Hours: Full Time
•   Location: Tamale, Ho, and Takoradi (one position in each location)
•   Length of Contract: One (1) year, renewable
•   Salary: Commensurate with required experience and qualifications
•   Reports to: QI Advisor

Division and Project Overview

USAID/Ghana Systems for Health Project will support improved sustainable health-service delivery by strengthening systems vital to ensure access and quality while mobilizing communities and building public-private partnerships (PPPs) to maximize coverage. University Research Co. LLC (URC) and its international and Ghanaian partners share the vision that, by 2019, Ghana’s health systems will be sufficiently robust that the Government of Ghana and its health workforce, in direct partnership with the communities they serve, will be able to sustain equitable access to, demand for, and use of high-quality, high-impact health services with reduced external support, especially in the five regions targeted by Systems for Health.  URC brings recognized expertise in applying evidence-based quality improvement approaches to accelerate the achievement of high impact health and social outcomes. We stand ready to provide technical expertise in malaria, family planning/reproductive health, nutrition, quality improvement, and management strengthening.

USAID funded Ghana Systems for Health Project is seeking an experienced Quality Improvement Specialist.

The Quality Improvement (QI) Specialist will work closely with other project staff as well as Ghana Health Service at the regional level to develop and/or strengthen plans to implement high-impact integrated clinical interventions. This will include enhancing the capacity of regional, district, and sub-district managers as well as health providers to apply QI principles to strengthen health service delivery

Roles and Responsibilities

•   Provide technical support to regional, district and sub-district health teams in reviewing capacity and progress in using QI to improve compliance with national guidelines.
•   Facilitate regular peer exchange and shared learning opportunities within sub-districts, districts, and regions.
•   Support the dissemination of coaching tools and materials.
•   Provide technical support and coaching as needed to regions, districts, and sub-districts to carry out supportive supervision of health facilities.
•   Strengthen communication about quality improvement and exchange of best practices among project stakeholders in order to expand capacity and further increase support for quality improvement.
•   Synthesize, document, and disseminate the process of institutionalizing quality of care into existing health service structures.
•   Any other tasks, as assigned by the QI Advisor.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Medical degree and public health experience required, with a postgraduate qualification in public health highly desired
•   Minimum of five years’ experience working in public health programs in Ghana at decentralized levels
•   Prior experience in quality-improvement methods in a health setting
•   Expertise in results reporting and narrative report writing
•   Good diplomatic, representational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
•   Ability to work independently and with team members and partners at all levels
•   Capacity to manage numerous tasks and report in a timely manner
•   Experience with USAID projects preferred
•   Please note: Only candidates who are eligible to work in Ghana for an indefinite period without a need for sponsorship will be considered for this position.

Location: Tamale, Ho, and Takoradi

How To Apply For The Job

For immediate consideration, please email your CV and cover letter to:-

s4hrecruitment-regional@urc-chs.com indicating “Quality Improvement Specialist” and region (Northern, Western, Central, Greater Accra, or Volta) in the subject line.

Closing Date: 05 November, 2016

•   Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the experience & qualifications required for this position will be contacted. No phone calls, please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you very much for your interest.
•   URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
•   We value and seek diversity in our workforce Minimum Qualifications

{American Embassy,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 2 years,31 Oct-2016};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Temporary Mail/Clerk Driver in Information Programs Center (IPC) of the Embassy.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

•   Incumbent is responsible for the overall function of all unclassified mailroom operations and Diplomatic Post office service for all Mission Personnel including outside missions whom post supports.

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

•   EDUCATION: Completion of Secondary School is required.
•   EXPERIENCE: One to two years of basic office duties or mail handling experience.
•   LANGUAGE: Level IV English (fluency in both written and oral) is required. (Language proficiency will be tested).

SELECTION PROCESS:

When qualified, applicants who are U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and/or preference-eligible U.S. Veterans are given a preference in hiring. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants make themselves known as having a hiring preference and specifically address the required qualifications above in their application.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) USEFM who is ALSO a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
(2) USEFM OR a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
(3) FS on LWOP

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Management may consider the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
2. Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
3. Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
4. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold a security clearance.
5. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

Salary: GH ¢26,566.00 p.a. (Starting salary)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above); and
2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, certificates, degrees, etc.)

WHERE TO APPLY:

Human Resources Office U.S. Embassy Mailing Address:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P. O. Box 194, Accra

FAX Number: 0302-741389
Telephone: 0302-741000
E-mail Address: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 31 October, 2016

NOTE: ALL U.S. AND NON-GHANAIAN CITIZENS, WHO ARE NOT FAMILY MEMBERS OF USG EMPLOYEES OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST AND UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY, MUST ATTACH COPIES OF THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO THEIR APPLICATIONS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION: ACCRA, GHANA. IF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCRA IS REQUIRED, IT WILL BE THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY.

IMPORTANT: Applicants claiming a U.S. Veteran’s preference must submit written documentation confirming eligibility (e.g., Member Copy 4 of Form DD-214, Letter from the Veteran’s Administration, or certification documenting eligibility under the VOW Act with an expected discharge no later than 120 days after the certification is submitted) by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veteran’s preference will not be considered in the application process. Specific criteria for receiving a U.S. Veteran’s preference may be found in HR/OE’s Family Member Employment Policy (FMEP).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation.

Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

{American Embassy,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,31 Oct-2016};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Property Management Supervisor in the General Services Office (GSO) of the Embassy.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

•   Incumbent serves as the senior Foreign Service National (FSN)/ Locally Employed Staff (LE-Staff) to the assistant General Services Officer (GSO).
•   Manage and direct the entire GSO Property Management and Warehousing Sections. Functions include, but not limited to warehousing, property management of nonexpendable property valued at $9.9 million and expendable office supplies valued at $1.5 million.
•   Oversees the administration of internal and external processes to distribute, inspect, inventory, refurbish and plan replacement schedules for all U. S. Government furniture, furnishings, appliances and equipment.
•   S/he supervises 35 LE-Staff in the various sections of Property Management and Warehouse operations.

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

•   EDUCATION: Completion of four years college degree in business administration is required.
•   EXPERIENCE: Minimum of Three (3) years of managing a large warehouse operation. Minimum of three years supervisory experience is required.
•   LANGUAGE: Level IV English language ability. High degree of proficiency in both the written and spoken language, including the ability to translate. On occasion, the Job Holder may need to act as an interpreter. Level III Twi or Ga language is required. Good working knowledge of the written and spoken language. Job Holder will be able to read and understand, for example, regulations, instructions and related material concerning the field of work, and to prepare correspondence and standardized reports. Job Holder will be able to communicate effectively with staff and members of the public in the language. (Language proficiency will be tested).

SELECTION PROCESS:

When qualified, applicants who are U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and/or preference-eligible U.S. Veterans are given a preference in hiring. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants make themselves known as having a hiring preference and specifically address the required qualifications above in their application.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

(1) USEFM who is ALSO a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
(2) USEFM OR a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
(3) FS on LWOP

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Management may consider the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
2. Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
3. Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
4. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold a security clearance.
5. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

Salary: GH¢48,168.00 p.a. (Starting salary)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above); and
2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, certificates, degrees, etc.)

WHERE TO APPLY:

Human Resources Office U.S. Embassy Mailing Address:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P. O. Box 194, Accra

FAX Number: 0302-741389
Telephone: 0302-741000
E-mail Address: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 31 October, 2016

NOTE: ALL U.S. AND NON-GHANAIAN CITIZENS, WHO ARE NOT FAMILY MEMBERS OF USG EMPLOYEES OFFICIALLY ASSIGNED TO POST AND UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY, MUST ATTACH COPIES OF THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO THEIR APPLICATIONS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION: ACCRA, GHANA. IF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCRA IS REQUIRED, IT WILL BE THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY.

IMPORTANT: Applicants claiming a U.S. Veteran’s preference must submit written documentation confirming eligibility (e.g., Member Copy 4 of Form DD-214, Letter from the Veteran’s Administration, or certification documenting eligibility under the VOW Act with an expected discharge no later than 120 days after the certification is submitted) by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veteran’s preference will not be considered in the application process. Specific criteria for receiving a U.S. Veteran’s preference may be found in HR/OE’s Family Member Employment Policy (FMEP).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation.

Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.