{Ghana Innovating,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelor’s Degree, 2 years,25 Sep-2016};

Ghana Innovating is a USAID funded project designed to support the current portfolio of literacy projects in Ghana by promoting a culture of home-based reading, grounded in local language. It will augment current classroom-level interventions by promoting reading in the community and the home by using a SBCC strategy to initiate a social movement in reading at national, regional, local and family levels. The project seeks qualified professionals to fill the following listed vacancy: Regional Field Agents

Summary of Responsibilities

•   Serves as the primary contact for regional and district education offices for the implementation of a culture of reading campaign, liaising with district education officers, schools and communities to ensure smooth delivery and coordination of trainings and activities.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Science or a related discipline
Two (2) years of experience or working in education and or community development
•   At least three (3) years experience working for an international NGO in education, preferably in the implementation of programme activities.
•   Prior experience liaising with and /or supporting programme implementation with Ministry of Education structures in Ghana
•   Fluent English and a Ghanaian language
•   Clear written and verbal communications abilities
•   Complete mastery of S work and MS Excel, and ability to communicate by e-mail
•   Proven organizational skills
•   Ability to be based in a Regional Capital
•   Availability to travel both within the assigned region and to Accra as needed.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit CV and a cover letter to:

innovatingagents@gmail.com

Closing Date: 25 September, 2016

{Ghana Innovating,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelor’s Degree, 2 years,25 Sep-2016};

Ghana Innovating is a USAID funded project designed to support the current portfolio of literacy projects in Ghana by promoting a culture of home-based reading, grounded in local language. It will augment current classroom-level interventions by promoting reading in the community and the home by using a SBCC strategy to initiate a social movement in reading at national, regional, local and family levels. The project seeks qualified professionals to fill the following listed vacancy: Monitoring and Evaluation / Grants Coordinator

Summary of Responsibilities

•   The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining and implementing M&E processes and practices to measure project impact.
•   S/he will be expected to train programme staff to ensure performance indicators and output, outcome and impact data are prepared and collected properly in targeted geographic areas.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree, preferably in computer science, information systems/Technology, Statistics or other related field
•   2 to 4 years of experience in developing and maintaining complex databases
•   Knowledge of computer languages and systems MS Access, SPSS, Database DBMS-R etc
•   Work experience in a multi-unit, geographically diverse organization strongly preferred
•   Experience in accounting is welcomed
•   Ability to effectively communicate with project team members to understand and respond to project needs
•   Ability to solve complex problems in collaboration with other team members
•   Ability to train other staff in using technology and database
•   Ability to analyse and interpret data
•   Proven track record of IT decisions and implementation strategies
•   Ability to interpret and/or discuss information with others, which involves terminology or concepts not familiar to many people
•   Ability to prioritize and juggle many request
•   Ability to travel cut to remote areas

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit CV and a cover letter to:

innovatingmonitoring@gmail.com

Closing Date: 25 September, 2016

{Winrock International,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,15 Sep-2016};

Winrock International is a non-profit organization that works with people around the world to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and protect the environment. Winrock is currently recruiting for the position of full-time Director of Operations in its Tamale project office to support the five-year, USAID-funded Feed the Future Ghana Agriculture and Natural Resources Management Project (USAID AgNRM). The USAID AgNRM project seeks to provide a scalable, integrated landscape approach that will support sustainable economic development and rural livelihoods, increase nutrition and climate change adaptation, and strengthen Northern Ghana’s natural resources.

Position Summary:

•   The NRM/MUS Manager will play a critical supporting role to the DCOP in meeting project outcomes related to strengthening environmental stewardship in Northern Ghana, including; strengthening Community Resource Management Areas (CREMAs), conservation of selected watersheds and biodiversity corridors, and promoting transboundary solutions and ecosystem services. This position will also lead and integrate Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) and Multiple-Use Water Services (MUS) project activities into the above efforts. This position will report directly to the DCOP.

Essential Repsonsibilites:

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•   Assist the DCOP in developing work plans and meeting project targets related to strengthening environmental stewardship in selected areas in Northern Ghana.
•   Promote Community Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) by building on the existing CREMA and Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration (FMNR) models in Northern Ghana.
•   Oversee, implement and integrate project WASH and MUS activities that increase water availability for domestic and agricultural purposes while conserving and protecting the natural resource base with other project activities.
•   Develop and implement a participatory, community-based, approach to landscape-level watershed management.
•   In collaboration with the DCOP, identify and assist with community and staff trainings.
•   Implement project site level implementation of NRM and WASH/MUS project activities. This will require local travel.
•   Identify strong local partners to assist in the implementation of WASH/MUS project activities and supervise related grants.
•   Responsible for managing the project’s USAID environmental compliance including project grants.
•   Assist in coordinating inputs and activities of partners such as TechnoServe, NCRC and CECOTAPS.
•   Assist the DCOP in writing project reports as necessary.
•   Anticipate challenges in project implementation and identify solutions.
•   Assist in coordinating M&E inputs from field offices as needed. Ensure/verify data quality.
•   Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   Minimum of MSc degree in NRM or related fields (or equivalent with additional professional experience).

Experience:

•   Minimum five years of professional experience in building relations with rural communities through the extension of technologies, participatory planning, training and monitoring.
•   Experience in building capacity of public agency personnel to more effectively meet the requirements of their position.
•   Protected area management experience highly desired.
•   Experience working with local and international NGOs in Northern Ghana is a plus;

Skills:

•   Strong skills in technical knowledge of NRM, small-scale irrigation technologies, household gardens and water use systems in Northern Ghana.
•   Demonstrated success in using CBNRM and related best practices for improving livelihoods and enhancing the management of natural areas.
•   Fluency in English is required.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

All interested candidates shall submit their applications (maximum 5 pages including resume, two references and one-page cover letter) in English to:

Ghana.Recruitment@winrock.org , indicating “NRM/MUS Manager” in the subject line.

Closing Date: 15 September, 2016

Qualified applicants will be invited for an in-person interview.

{Winrock International,Wa. Bolgatanga and Sandema,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,15 Sep-2016};

Winrock International is a non-profit organization that works with people around the world to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and protect the environment. Winrock is currently recruiting for the position of full-time Director of Operations in its Tamale project office to support the five-year, USAID-funded Feed the Future Ghana Agriculture and Natural Resources Management Project (USAID AgNRM). The USAID AgNRM project seeks to provide a scalable, integrated landscape approach that will support sustainable economic development and rural livelihoods, increase nutrition and climate change adaptation, and strengthen Northern Ghana’s natural resources.

POSITION SUMMARY:

•   The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will assist the Monitoring and Evaluation Director with data verification, analysis, and management and manage M&E data collection from one of the project’s three field offices. This position will also have an office management role of the satellite office, which includes ensuring the office is functional and fully supports field staff, activities and overall work flows. This position will report directly to the Monitoring and Evaluation Director.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•   Collect, analyse and verify M&E data, which require frequent travel;
•   Assist the Monitoring and Evaluation Director with data verification, analysis, and management;
•   Provide M&E training and support to technical teams;
•   Contribute to baseline assessments;
•   Monitor data for results, impact and learning opportunities, and evaluates the results and impact of the program;
•   Ensure productive, positive office operations and smooth reporting from the field office;
•   Trouble shoot any internet connectivity and equipment issues;
•   Manage use of vehicles, vehicle logs and gas procurement;
•   Communicate office needs to the project’s Senior Operations and Human Resources Manager;
•   Collaborate with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officers of additional project satellite offices;
•   Prepare periodic reports;
•   Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   Minimum of Msc. in any relevant field (or equivalent with additional professional experience).

Experience:

•   Minimum five years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation.
•   Demonstrated success managing and entering data into complex databases.
•   Experience working with communities, government entities, and NGOs.
•   USAID experience highly desired.
•   Experience in the NRM sector and NGOs in Northern Ghana is a plus.

Skills:

•   Strong skills in data collection, analysis and management.
•   Fluency in English is required.

Location: Wa, Bolgatanga, and Sandema

How To Apply For The Job

All interested candidates shall submit their applications (maximum 5 pages including resume, two references and one-page cover letter) in English to:

Ghana.Recruitment@winrock.org , indicating “Monitoring and Evaluation Officer” in the subject line.

Closing Date: 15 September, 2016

Qualified applicants will be invited for an in-person interview.

{Winrock International,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,15 Sep-2016};

Winrock International is a non-profit organization that works with people around the world to increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and protect the environment. Winrock is currently recruiting for the position of full-time Director of Operations in its Tamale project office to support the five-year, USAID-funded Feed the Future Ghana Agriculture and Natural Resources Management Project (USAID AgNRM). The USAID AgNRM project seeks to provide a scalable, integrated landscape approach that will support sustainable economic development and rural livelihoods, increase nutrition and climate change adaptation, and strengthen Northern Ghana’s natural resources.

POSITION SUMMARY:

•   The Grants Manager will oversee the grants component of the project and prepare all grant documentation; publicize grant opportunities; coordinate and manage proposal review and coordinate with staff to ensure grants align with project objectives and respond to local needs. This position will report directly to the COP.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•   Update and modify the USAID AgNRM Grants program based on project objectives and other cross cutting activities;
•   As needed, update the Grants Manual outlining small, research and transition grants management procedures, and customize tools/templates based on donor and organizational policies;
•   Serve as the point of contact for receiving all grant proposals and coordinate the review of these proposals with the relevant technical teams.
•   Lead the preparation of sub-grant agreements and reporting/compliance package, facilitate the signing, and conduct post-award sharing sessions;
•   Oversee and ensure that all completed grants are fully compliant with the terms of the grant agreement, including satisfactory completion of deliverables for milestone payments and contribution of agreed-upon cost-share;
•   Facilitate the implementation, and closeout of different grants at the field level;
•   Coordinate with technical managers and cross-cutting activity managers to support potential activities through grants program;
•   Design, plan for and ensure periodical monitoring and tracking of progress, quality control and financial oversight of the grants program;
•   Guide collation of data that measure progress, track effectiveness, and provide continuous assessment of progress toward program targets and benchmarks;
•   Consult with Winrock Home Office Grants/Award department for sub-grant approval, reporting and technical guidance;
•   Monitor the grants program budget and manage effective allocation of the grants budget to determine appropriate grant amounts;
•   Collaborate with the USAID AgNRM Finance & Administration team for smooth disbursement of fund advances and final settlement; facilitate timely input to the AgNRM accounting system;
•   Coordinate with the COP and Monitoring and Evaluation team to ensure grants meet environmental compliance under the USAID AgNRM;
•   Prepare periodic reports for performance reporting;
•   Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   Minimum of a Masters of Business Administration in Finance, Accounting or related fields (or equivalent with additional professional experience).

Experience:

•   Minimum five years of professional experience in grant management.
•   Demonstrated success using grants to support project objectives in coordination with project technical managers.
•   Experience working with communities, government entities, and NGOs.
•   USAID experience highly desired.
•   Experience in the NRM sector and NGOs in Northern Ghana is a plus.

Skills:

•   Strong skills in monitoring grant milestones and payments.
•   Fluency in English is required.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

All interested candidates shall submit their applications (maximum 5 pages including resume, two references and one-page cover letter) in English to:

Ghana.Recruitment@winrock.org , indicating “Grants Manager” in the subject line.

Closing Date: 15 September, 2016

Qualified applicants will be invited for an in-person interview.

{COTVET,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,07 Sep-2016};

Loan NO: IFB NO: 2100150027046

•   This invitation for bids (IFB) follows the general procurement notice for this project that appeared in Development Business on 24th July, 2012
•   The Government of the Republic of Ghana has received financing from the African Development Bank in the amount of UA 45.0 minion in loan and UA 25.0 million in grant towards the cost of the Development of Skills for Industry Project (DSIP). It is intended that part of the agreed amount for this loan will be applied to eligible payments under the contract for the engagement of a short term individual Consultant
•   The Ministry of Education/Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training now wishes to recruit an M&E Officer for the DSIP.COTVET invites individual consultants to express their interest in the provision of services of the said Technical Assistance to serve as a Consultant.

Job Purpose:

•   The M&E Officer will provide support 10 the Head of M&E in all aspects related to monitoring and evaluation activities with the purpose to effectively implement and co-ordinate the Project Support Units M&E System.
•   He/She reports to the Head of M&E Division.

Scope of Work/Key Responsibilities for the Consultant:

The M&E Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Head of M&E and carry out any other project tasks as assigned by the Project Coordinator

The M&E Officer will work very closely with the entire project team to accomplish the following tasks:

•   Contribute to the developement/improvement of M&E system for each of programme components.
•   Assist the Project Co-ordinator in the development of Annual Work Plans and Budgets Develop the Annual Work Plans and Budgets
•   Contribute to the identification and designing of performance questions, key indicators and formats for monitoring.
•   Carry out field monitoring trips on a regular basis, including collection of M&E performance indicators and data entering into the M&E database,
•   Lead in the preparation of quarterly, half yearly, annuals reports, completion and other ad-hoc reports.
•   Contribute to the documentation and collection of information related to case studies and special researches.
•   Assist as required in external monitoring, review and evaluation mission visiting the Project sites.
•   Assist in constantly reviewing the required M&E tools to timely measure inputs, outputs and outcomes (such as surveys, tracer studies etc…,)
•   Assist in updating the Operational Manual throughout the Project life, to maintain a valid ‘alive’ document.
•   Assist in co-ordinating with other PSU team members to ensure timely and adequate response to flags triggered through the Project beneficiaries and other stakeholders.
•   Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports that reflects an overall assessment of the Project and provides adequate recommendations to resolve issues as they arise; as well as develop ad hoc reports as needs arise.
•   Participate in the Bank’s supervision of the Project and assist in producing quarterly and annual implementation progress reports, and the Implementation Completion Report
•   Assist in checking that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum and in a timely fashion in terms of implications for future actions. If necessary, create such discussion forums to fill any gaps.
•   Assist in guiding and supervising the implementation of special surveys etc. Required for evaluating Project effects and impacts.
•   Carry out any additional related tasks as assigned by the Project Co-ordinator.

The Consultancy period will be twelve (12) months and renewable for six (6″) months based on performance

Qualification Required & Experience

He/She must have the following qualifications and experience:

•   Graduate degree in economic/ finance/ administration/ sociology/development studies or in any related field.
•   Must have at least 5 years experience in Monitoring & Evaluation of donor-funded projects.
•   Working experience in the Ghanaian business environment, and networking, data gathering and data analysis should be supported with documents as evidence.
•   Extensive experience in monitoring and evaluation of an AfDB Education Project or other donor funded projects including data Collection and analysis.
•   Computer skills in applicable fields especially on data analysis packages.
•   Ability and willingness to travel throughout Ghana
•   Strong analytical and communication skills.
•   Willingness to perform field visits and to interview Project beneficiaries.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills and team player.
•   Proficiency in using office suits (such as Microsoft Office and Open Office)
•   Fluent in written and oral communication in English.
•   Ability to work in multinational environment and with multiple external parties.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

The Council for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (COTVET) (the Project Implementing Agency) now invites interested and qualified individuals to submit typewritten application letters and curriculum vitae indicating that they are qualified to perform the services for the positions described
above. These should include:

•   Description of similar assignments
•   Experience in similar conditions
•   Availability of appropriate of appropriate skills

Typewritten expression of interest must be delivered by 4,00 p.m, on 7th September, 2016 at the address below:

Physical Address:

H/se no.2, 2nd Nii Kokonya Road
East Legon
Near American House
Accra – Ghana

Postal Address:

The Project Coordinator
Project Support Unit (PSU)
Council for Technical and Vocational Education Training (COTVET)
P. 0. Box MB651
Accra

Telephone: 020 205 2203/020 999 0180/020 999 0173

Electronic Mail Address:

procureservices@cotvet.org
gabassw@cotvet.rg
dadjei-anim@cotvet.org

Closing Date: 07 September, 2016

{IRC International Water and Sanitation Centre,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,30 Sep-2016};

IRC is an independent international non-profit organisation in the field of water supply, sanitation, hygiene (WASH) and integrated water resources management (IWRM). IRC is headquartered in The Netherlands working in various countries across 4 continents.

IRC Ghana, an international think-and-do tank that works with governments, NGOs, businesses and people around the world to find long-term solutions to the global crisis in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services, is looking for a dynamic, well organised and result-oriented person to fill the position of; Administrative And Programme Officer

The ideal candidate will report to the Finance and Operations Manager but will have functional relationships with the Programme staff in course of the performance of his/her duties.

Summary Of Duties And Responsibilities:

•   Provides executive support services to Country Director (CD)
•   Responsible for office and operations and management
•   Provides support to programmes in the IRC Country Office
•   Supports Human Resource functions & performance management
•   Supports the implementation of human resource, operational and procurement manuals for effective functioning of the office.
•   Liaises with IRC Netherlands & Programme staff for events and meeting – planning and coordination in coordinating
•   Manages procurement, logistics and transport services
•   Responsible for IRC GH google drive and filing systems
•   Responsible for mission and travel planning and coordination
•   Participates in management meetings and responsible for minutes and notes taking
•   Supports in drawing up contracts of employment and consultancy
•   Oversees the work of the Administrative Assistant, Drivers and a Cleaner
•   Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management

Contract Period:

•   The position will be for an initial one year renewable contract, subject to good performance

Monthly Remuneration:

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

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A very good university first degree administration or social science of equivalent, (master’s degree will be an added advantage
•   Five or more years experience in similar position
•   Outstanding office administration and managerial skills
•   A team player with excellent interpersonal organizational skills
•   Advanced skills in Microsoft office applications
•   Appreciable knowledge in and procurement and financial management
•   Work experience in a donor-funded project /programme environment will be an added advantage
•   Good communication-both verbal and written
•   Excellent report writing skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

•   A detailed CV that includes a reliable telephone and email contact; and contacts of three referees
•   Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualifications

Email address: ghana@ircwash.org

Or

Can send application to:

Programme Manager
IRC Ghana
P.O. Box CT 9531
Cantonments, Accra

Closing Date: 30 September, 2016

{International SOS,Ghana,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,06 Sep-2016};

International SOS is the world’s leading international healthcare, medical assistance, and security services company.

With a global team of our 10,000 employees led by 1100 physicians and 200 security specialists, we provide services including planning, preventative programmes, in-country expertise and emergency responses to 70 per cent of the Fortune Global 500 companies.

International SOS Medical Services operates medical clinics in remote client operations sites in countries where an international standard of medical care is limited or not available. The Medical Service arm provides site specific medical services to global clients as determined by individual client contracts.

We are seeking to recruit staff to fill the following position: Business Development Manager. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Sales and Marketing, Northern Africa

•   The role is highly visible and perfectly suited for a talented individual willing to develop his/her skills and gain experience in a fast growing and challenging environment in Africa.
•   The Business Development Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, developing a healthy pipeline of new prospects and driving the profitable growth of existing and cross border business to meet the goals and aspiration of the client and market first strategy.
•   It is the Business Development Manager’s role to fully understand the needs of the client, to fully understand the full suite of Intl. SOS’s products and services, to recommend the right range of services to the client, to properly advise the client on product and service benefits and features so that clients entirely understand the services they are ordering.

The summary of the key job role is as follows:

•   Support all pricing and contract negotiations ensuring the coordination and consistent communication between each region acting as escalation for contract, pricing, dispute resolution
•   Ensure client proposals are of a professional standard and in line with company polices and procedures. Ensure clients pay promptly within credit terms with zero bad debt accounts
•   Maintain an open and win-win approach to client relationships, self, department and company through the process of consultative selling
•   Be prepared to present ideas, concepts and specific knowledge to the Marketing and Sales Team and the Company as and when required or volunteered
•   Build close relationships with Intentional SOS’s joint venture partner Control Risks.
•   Make use of the Subject Matter Experts to bring more knowledge to our clients
•   Manage the implementation of a new client with regards to the administration requirements as well as the client on boarding.
•   Be a good International SOS ambassador, leading by example ensuring the demonstration of company values at all times

Qualification Required & Experience

•   At least a second degree from a recognized institution
•   A minimum of five (5) years’ working experience in Business Development Management, Sales and Marketing or related field
•   Proficiency in the English language (fluency in French is a clear advantage)
•   Be business-oriented, goal driven and self-motivated.
•   Be I.T. savvy

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates must send their CVs and motivational letters:

William.sarpong@internationalsos.com

Closing Date: 06 September, 2016

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted