{UNOPS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 9 years,22 Aug-2016};

Background Information – Job-specific

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.  Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.  With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it.  By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.

UNOPS Ghana Operational Hub (GHOH), located in Accra, Ghana is responsible for projects in Anglophone West Africa, covering Ghana, Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone. GHOH is responsible for managing strategic and operational risks associated with a subset of the regional portfolio of engagements, developing and delivering cost effective services contributing to partners’ sustainable results and achievements of UNOPS management results.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Senior Infrastructure Advisor, the Water Resources/Drainage Engineer will give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and co-ordinate any designs assigned and related documentation works. He or she is responsible for managing staff under his/her supervision and ensure high quality design documentation is carried out on time and on or under budget. The projects may be in national and or international locations.

Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following substantive tasks. The tasks would involve the following but not limited to:

•   Collate feedback and prepare consultation/assessment reports.
•   Perform and Coordinate designs and submissions.
•   The consultant will be requested to work from home and be prepared to travel to any site in or around the countries under GHOH as required in accordance with UNDSS restrictions.

An agreed TOR including the scope, deliverables and the maximum time duration will be agreed upon by UNOPS-GHOH and the Water Resources/Drainage Engineer prior to commencement of each and every assignment. The Water Resources/Drainage Engineer shall give his/her technical expertise as required to manage and coordinate any design assigned and related documentation works. He/she is responsible for performing high quality design and documentation of projects which is to be carried out on time as per the agreed task.

Monitoring and Progress Controls:

•   Provide design for water resources aspects of highway design, site, and facility projects.
•   Prepare design briefs and the design reports that address specific clients and stakeholder requirements and specifications as and when necessary.
•   Work closely with Project Managers, Architects, Engineers, Draftsperson and Quantity Surveyors in the planning of projects, scheduling of tasks and developing an integrated design.
•   Review and ensure the documents prepared meets the quality standard requirements.
•   Responsible for timely delivery of the expected outputs.
•   Carry out design services according to the client’s design requirement and as per applicable international standards and codes of practices.
•   Strong ability in producing and reviewing bill of quantities.
•   Monitor delivery of services design documents. Highlight possible non or late delivery prior to the event.
•   Carry out site inspections and assessments as required report as required.
•   Assist in the development of specifications, procedures and QA/QC protocols when required.
•   Proactively manage the design/review projects, ensuring that they meet the high standards expected by UNOPS, while delivering the program within its time and budget constraints.
•   Liaise with national and international clients and address requirements when required.
•   Coordinate the works and submissions with all other engineering disciplines.
•   Carry out research and identify appropriate technologies/techniques/designs that can be incorporated in the project design.
•   Carry out technical reviews as appropriate.
•   Review and certify design documentations as a third party independent body when required.
•   Co-ordinate the team effort to complete any task as would be required and appropriate if assigned.

Final Product

Ensure project design and construction quality is high observing local and UN standards applicable and relevant health and safety procedures are adhered to.

Competencies

UNOPS Core Values/Competencies

•   Professionalism
•   Respect for Diversity
•   Creativity and innovation
•   Commitment to continuous Learning
•   Organizing and quality
•   Results orientation
•   Communications skills
•   Teamwork skills
•   Client focus

Functional Competencies

•   Ability to work to meet tight schedules under stressful environment and varied cultural context.
•   Good team player attitude.
•   Ability to perform with professionalism, integrity and commitment to project demands.
•   Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
•   Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
•   Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of additional relevant professional experience in ydraulic/hydrological studies, roadway drainage design or related field may be considered.
•   Applicants with Technical/Professional Diploma Certification with 11 years may well be considered.
•   Membership in a recognized engineering body / institution is desirable.

Experience

•   7 years of years of relevant working experience with demonstrated capacity to deliver results in an international development environment. Candidates with experience working with UN or other Humanitarian/Development agencies will be well regarded.
•   Experience in storm drainage, storm drain systems, culverts, open channel flow, dams, streams, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control and the establishment of plan and profile alignments, development of drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations, and the review of drawings during construction.
•   Technical proficiency in using MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, Revit and hydrologic/hydraulic modeling software.

Language

•   Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidate should check below to apply.

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Closing Date: 22 August, 2016

{CARE International,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 5 years,10 Aug-2016};

CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

Job Description

CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Food and Nutrition Security Programme Manager.

Job Summary

The Food and Nutrition Security Programme Manager (FNSPM) is responsible for overall leadership, strategic direction, management, implementation and development of the FNS Program in accordance with the CARE Ghana Country Program strategy, The FNS Program Manager is ultimately accountable for the program quality and impact of the program through the quality supervision, coaching and backstopping of project managers. It is the responsibility of the Program Manager to ensure coordination and synergy between other CARE Ghana programs and identify opportunities for partnerships and alliances. The FNS Program Manager is a member of the Strategic Leadership team. He or she will spearhead the development of new initiatives,, partnerships with public and private sector players with the view to increasing and strengthening the food and Nutrition Security Portfolio of CARE Ghana.  This should be in line with CARE International 2020 Program strategy that seeks to ensure that 50 Million people particularly women and the most vulnerable are food secure and climate resilient.

Key Responsibilities

•   Design & develop the FNS program, strategies and plans, ensuring they are in line with the overall Country Program Strategy, CARE’s mission and vision, as well as CARE Internationals Food and Nutrition Security and Climate Resilience strategy.
•   Design and implement project approaches and methodologies aiming towards community empowerment, NGO capacity building, Civil Society Strengthening, working in partnerships, policy analysis and advocacy.
•   Design Food and Nutrition Security programs with an emphasis on market and value chain systems analysis.
•   Ensure that CARE Ghana’s Food and Nutrition Security programs are designed to be Nutrition Specific and or Nutrition Sensitive.
•   Given CAREs focus and emphasis on empowerment of women, ensure that food and Nutrition interventions and programs are designed with the focus on women’s and girls at the center of all interventions.
•   Ensure that CARE Ghana’s FNS program focuses on ensuring that program beneficiaries adopt climate resilience strategies to ensure long term sustainability of interventions.
•   Ensure that program strategies are aligned with CARE Internationals program strategy with particular emphasis on ensuring that interventions provide for climate resilience and adaptation of beneficiaries.
•   Oversee FNS program monitoring and evaluation system. Ensure Monitoring  and learning is incorporated into evolving program plans
•   Ensure accurate and timely reporting of program finances and progress status, review financial performance against budget and explain variances on a regular basis.
•   Supervise Project Managers   and the FNS team and adhere to the CARE performance Management System
•   Make regular field visits to provide support in project implementation, monitoring and evaluation
•   Ensure the FNS program is informed about developments Food and Nutrition and Security issues in Ghana, Africa and beyond
•   Develop guidelines, technical briefs, innovation briefs that aim to show CAREs approach and successes in the Food and Nutrition space in Ghana
•   Participate and build relationships with private and public sector entities with the aim of positioning CARE as a leader in Food and Nutrition Security Interventions in Ghana. Participate in Food and Nutrition working groups in Country, including the MOFA sectoral committees.
•   Develop and coordinate relationships with other players in the FNS space including research Institutions, Civil Society networks and other entities with the aim of continuously positioning CARE as a leader in the area of Food and Nutrition Security Development.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (rural/social development/agriculture/ Nutrition with an understanding and experience in the markets and value chain development
•   At least Five years of relevant working experience, including a minimum of two years practical programme management experience, including financial management.
•   Experience in managing large agricultural, Food and Nutrition Security programs
•   Experience working with donor funded programs/ donors such as USAID, DFID, private foundations etc
•   Knowledge of private sector development/ issues, Women’s economic empowerment and knowledge of the role of women in Food and Nutrition Security.
•   Strong experience and knowledge of agriculture and food and nutrition security sector and policies, strategic design, civil society organizations activities, networking, and rights based approaches to development
•   Proven experience and understanding of food and nutrition security issues linked to poverty reduction
•   Experience of working with partners is key to this position
•   Resilience and Climate change knowledge would be an added advantage
•   Strategic and conceptual thinking ability, decision making and political acumen
•   Proven and demonstrable facilitation skills, negotiation skills and networking skills including facilitating change, innovation and initiating action
•   Commitment to and understanding of a process and livelihood approach to development
•   Excellent professionalism, relationship building and communication skills
•   Ability to build commitment of others, developing teams and operational decision making
•   Adherence to CARE’s core values and competencies (RICED)
•   Good spoken English and excellent English writing skills
•   Computer skills that must include Microsoft Office and Excel
•   Ability to drive and possession of a driving license with clean record

Location: Tamale

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing Date: 10 August, 2016

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

{American Embassy,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelor’s Degree, 8 years,01 Aug-2016};

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

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

•   The incumbent serves as the Mission’s Fleet Operations and Automative Maintenance manager, directly reporting to the Supervisory General Services Officer (S/GSO).
•   S/he is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a fleet of one hundred and five (105) vehicles and the management of fifty (50) Locally Employed Staff (LE Staff), including three (3) dispatchers, one (1) administrative clerk, six (6) mechanics, and forty (40) drivers. In addition, overseas sixty (60) occasional drivers in Maintenance, Warehouse, and various other sections in the Mission.
•   S/he assists the Travel section with the inspection and registration of government-owned and personal vehicles. Manages the vehicle preventive maintenance and driver safety programs.

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: Bachelor’s degree in administration is required.
•   EXPERIENCE: Eight (8) years prior administrative and supervisory experience in the automotive field and motor vehicle fleet management is required.
•   LANGUAGE: Level IV (fluency) in written, spoken and reading English, as well as fluency in one of the local languages. Language proficiency will be tested.
•   SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must know how to use a computer, as well as basic MS Word and Spreadsheet software, as well as automative diagnostic equipment and programs. Must possess a (Class B) valid local driver’s license. Computer Skills 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¢42,848 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: 01 August, 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.

{Private Sector Malaria Prevention (PSMP),Ghana,Full-Time, GH,Bachelor’s Degree, 5 years,08 Aug-2016};

Private Sector Malaria Prevention (PSMP) Project is a UK Department for international Development (DFID) funded public health project managed by the Johns Hopkins Bloombery School of Public Health Center For communication programmes (JHU-CCP).

The PSMP projct aims to use innovative approaches to develop a private sector market for long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) in Ghana. The project includes the use of customer subsidies for LLIN as well as a marketing communication component to stimulate demand for LLIN. The primary goal of PSMP is to establish long-term capacity for Ghanaian households to affordable access LLIN. The primary goal of PSMP is to establish long-term capacity for Ghanaian households to affordable access LLIN to prevent malaria in their families and communities. The project duration is 3 years.

The project has a range of vacancies and is inviting interested and qualified Ghanaians and residents of Ghana to apply.

Title: Programme Officer

Job Summary

•   The Programme Officer is the public face of the PSMP project in the field, responsible for the on-the-ground implementation of the PSMP project and ensuring a constant supply of LLINs through retail and other distribution outlets.
•   The Programme Officer will be responsible for covering assigned regions territory of the country.
•   The Programme Officer will report through the Business Technical Advisor to the Project Director.

Key Responsibilities

•   Ensure the efficient and timely functioning of the project at the field-level
•   Serve as an available and accessible contact of PSMP for partner institutions, companies, net distributors and retailers
•   Provide technical assistance to partner institutions and collaborators
•   Liaise with potential partner institutions/organisations for successful adoption of the PSMP project approach
•   Identify where additional support is needed for partner institutions/companies and discuss with the Project Director
•   Monitor and ensure constant supply of LLINs in designed regions and other targeted locations.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, Development Studies, Sociology, Health Sciences or other social sciences.
•   Strong people and customer relation skills.
•   Strong data analysis skills and proficiency with IT (e.g. Excel and Word).
•   Highly motivated with ability to tackle and resolve emerging challenges in project implementation with support and direction from the Business Technical Advisor and the Project Director. A good team player who is very ready to work collaboratively with others.
•   Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
•   Strong grasp of customer relations, sales and marketing.
•   Budgeting/finance skills.
•   Strong oral and written communication in English, including report writing.
•   Understanding and familiarity with Ghana’s diverse geography, cultures and business practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

•   Master’s degree in Business, Commerce, Development Studies, Sociology, Health Sciences of related subject.
•   Experience working with entrepreneurs and business, preferably in sales and marketing capacity.
•   Experience working in a non-governmental organisation.
•   Previous experience in project management
•   Experience working in urban communities, as well as rural/remote areas of Ghana.
•   Experience working with government officials.

Location: Ghana

How to Apply For the Job

To apply, please send your cover letter, CV and references to:

ghanapsmp@gmail.com

Indicate the position of which you are applying ni the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: 08 August, 2016

{Private Sector Malaria Prevention (PSMP),Ghana,Full-Time, GH,Bachelor’s Degree, 5 years,08 Aug-2016};

Private Sector Malaria Prevention (PSMP) Project is a UK Department for international Development (DFID) funded public health project managed by the Johns Hopkins Bloombery School of Public Health Center For communication programmes (JHU-CCP).

The PSMP projct aims to use innovative approaches to develop a private sector market for long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) in Ghana. The project includes the use of customer subsidies for LLIN as well as a marketing communication component to stimulate demand for LLIN. The primary goal of PSMP is to establish long-term capacity for Ghanaian households to affordable access LLIN. The primary goal of PSMP is to establish long-term capacity for Ghanaian households to affordable access LLIN to prevent malaria in their families and communities. The project duration is 3 years.

The project has a range of vacancies and is inviting interested and qualified Ghanaians and residents of Ghana to apply.

Title: Business Technical Advisor

Job Summary

The Business Technical Advisor is responsible for managing activities related to net supply chain and field implementation of the PSMP project. In collaboration with the project team, headed by the Project Director, the Business Technical Advisor will play a crucial role in ensuring that all LLIN supply chain operations are effectively implemented. The Business Technical Advisor will report to the Project Director.

Key Responsibilities

•   On-the-ground implementation of retail supply chain facilitation and support the recruitment of net manufacturers and their distributors
•   Recruitment of LLIN suppliers and collaborate with the Project Director to manage supplier-related operational matters.
•   Offer key and sound business, financial and economic advice in the field operations of the project.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Sciences, Health, Development Studies or Economics. Strong grasp of customer relations, sales and marketing. Strong oral and written communication in English, including report writing, detailed presentations and public speaking, negotiation and facilitation.
•   Business skills, with a special emphasis on managing relations with suppliers of good (e.g. LLINs) and services (e.g. advertising agencies). Skilled in managing budgets and financial management including: forecasting, variance analysis and oversight of funds.
•   Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office.
•   Understanding of supply-chain management and public-private partnership.
•   Ability to manage complex projects and to transfer strategy/policy into practice.
•   Understanding of Ghana’s diverse geography and cultures.

Preferred Qualifications:

•   Supplemental training in Business Administration on donor-funded projects and/or public health projects.
•   At least 5 years working with non-governmental organisations.
•   At least 5 years of project management experience on donor-funded projects.
•   At least 5 years experience working in the private sector, with particular emphasis on sales/marketing functions
•   Experience with return on investment measure (ROI).

Location: Ghana

How to Apply For the Job

To apply, please send your cover letter, CV and references to:

ghanapsmp@gmail.com

Indicate the position of which you are applying ni the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: 08 August, 2016

{Private Sector Malaria Prevention (PSMP),Ghana,Full-Time, GH,Bachelor’s Degree, N/A,08 Aug-2016};

Private Sector Malaria Prevention (PSMP) Project is a UK Department for international Development (DFID) funded public health project managed by the Johns Hopkins Bloombery School of Public Health Center For communication programmes (JHU-CCP).

The PSMP projct aims to use innovative approaches to develop a private sector market for long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs) in Ghana. The project includes the use of customer subsidies for LLIN as well as a marketing communication component to stimulate demand for LLIN. The primary goal of PSMP is to establish long-term capacity for Ghanaian households to affordable access LLIN. The primary goal of PSMP is to establish long-term capacity for Ghanaian households to affordable access LLIN to prevent malaria in their families and communities. The project duration is 3 years.

The project has a range of vacancies and is inviting interested and qualified Ghanaians and residents of Ghana to apply.

Title: Social Marketing Communication and Private Sector Relations Manager

Job Summary

•   The social Marketing Communication and Private Sector Relations Manager is responsible for overseeing the implementation of PSMP’s social marketing communication strategy and managing agreements with media agencies.
•   Responsibilities also include collaborating and coordinating with net manufacturers to roll out brand-specific communication aligned with PSMP’s strategy.
•   The social marketing communication and private sector relations manager will recruit, in collaboration with the relevant programme officers, at least twenty large, private sector employers to adopt PSMP strategy to make LLINs available to their staff. The position reports to the Project Director through the Senior Technical Advisor (BCC and Advocacy).

Key Responsibilities

•   Work closely with the PSMP Senior Technical Advisor (BCC & Advocacy) and the Programme Officer, based in Baltimore, to plan and design PSMP’s project identity and communication strategy
•   Develop and execute an integrated communication strategy that effectively presents the project to the target audiences, businesses, government health nd education official and other stakeholders
•   Develop marketing communication to promote and create demand for LLINs
•   Select and collaborate with media agencies to develop and disseminate communication materials to the intended audiences
•   Liaise with net manufacturers to develop and roll out brand-specific promotional communication materials

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communication or related field. Eight years related experience and demonstrated reliability in a professional environment
•   Strong understanding of and implementation experience with marketing principles.
•   Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially in the English language.
•   Good negotiation skills and experience in relationship marketing
•   Must be able to work well in a team.
•   Must be able to effectively interact with external vendors

Preferred Qualifications:

•   Master’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communication or related field
•   Experience in developing a communication strategy/communication programmes, campaigns and materials
•   Experience working on a donor-funded project, for non-governmental organisations and in the private sector.
•   Hands-on experience in developing and implementing results-oriented marketing and communication plans

Location: Ghana

How to Apply For the Job

To apply, please send your cover letter, CV and references to:

ghanapsmp@gmail.com

Indicate the position of which you are applying ni the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: 08 August, 2016

{UCLGA-WARO,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 5 years,12 Aug-2016};

•   Reporting to: Senior Project Coordinator/Regional Director, WARO UCLGA
•   Reference: WARO/04

Job purpose and description:

The Project Officer will be based at the UCLG Africa premises in Accra, Ghana. The person will be selected by UCLG Africa and CEMR to work on the Covenant of Mayors Office for Sub-Saharan Africa (CoMO SSA). She/he is expected travel in the region and Europe (Brussels project office).

Under the coordination of the Senior Project Officer (based in the Project Office in Brussels) and the direct supervision of the Regional Director of UCLG Africa, and previous appropriate training, the appointed person is expected to perform following tasks:

•   Act as a focal information point (‘central helpdesk’) on matters related to CoMO SSA’s activities and to the overall Covenant of Mayors initiative;
•   Act as a “first-line help desk”, providing daily technical assistance on the ground and be available to answer any technical question regarding the promotion and the implementation of the Covenant of Mayors in Sub-Saharan Africa initiative. If more specific information is requested, the project officer will liaise with the consortium partners and the Project Office as “second-line helpdesk” who will be in a position to provide a more tailored support;
•   Assist with the organisation of meetings taking place in Africa;
•   Take charge of the management of the Help Desk Office in Accra and liaise with the Project Office in Brussels for planning, organising and reporting on the help desk activities and financial and administrative issues;
•   Liaise with the UCLG Africa colleagues in charge of the promotion of the CoM SSA initiative with the African local authorities.

Main terms and conditions of employment:

•   This is a full time fixed-term contract until 30 November 2019
•   Date of entry in service: 1 September 2016
•   The annual gross salary for the position will be according to experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
•   Travel is expected to various African countries and/or within Europe. Flexibility in working hours will be required.
•   The full terms and conditions will be set out in a contract with UCLG Africa made on the basis of the Ghanaian law with the successful candidate.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The position is open to African candidates holding a Master Degree in Environment, Energy or another relevant subject.
•   5 years of work experience in project management;
•   working in an African member-based organisation, and in dealing directly with its members is an asset

Aptitudes, Skills and Knowledge:

•   Computer literate in main current software applications
•   Mastering of Internet, websites, social networks, and current editing software tools
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills
•   Sense of initiative and responsibility
•   Accountability and strict ethical behavior
•   Networking skills
•   Good sense of organization
•   Be able to learn fast
•   Ready to travel frequently
•   Experience of working in an intercultural and multinational environment
•   Ability to work autonomously and to work in and with teams
•   Knowledge of the Covenant of Mayors initiative is an asset.

Language:

•   Bilingual English – French (oral and written)
•   Knowledge of Portuguese is a valuable asset

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested candidates are invited to send us, writing one of the mentioned documents in English and the other one in French:

•   A cover letter of maximum two pages, explaining why you would like to work as Project officer on the CoMO SSA project, why you are the ideal candidate for this position and which is your expected salary, and
•   A curriculum vitae, including family situation, employment history (with salary), education, professional qualifications, language skills and the contact details of two references.

These should be addressed to uclgawestafrica@yahoo.com by 12/08/2016 midnight GMT time, clearly indicating “Project Officer CoMO SSA in Accra” in the subject line.   Or by post to the following address:

United Cities And Local Governments of Africa
West Africa Regional Office
PMB CT 510 Cantonment, Accra, Ghana.

Selected candidates will be asked to come in for an interview in Accra, Ghana.

Closing Date: 12 August, 2016

{WACCBIP,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 5 years,31 Aug-2016};

The West African Centre for Cell Biology of Infectious Pathogens (WACCBIP) is an African Centre of Excellence for higher Education and Research at the University of Ghana, Legon.

WACCBIP is implementing two major capacity-building projects for training and research in Biosciences, with funding from the World Bank/Government of Ghana and the Wellcome Trust.

The Centre seeks a highly motivated, charismatic leader to assist the Director in the management of the projects.

Job Description:

•   The Project Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Centre’s projects, and will report directly to the Director.
•   He/She will lead the secretariat team and draft all communication for the Director including project reports, letters, and presentations.
•   The Project Manager would also assist the Director in planning and executing project activities, and should be comfortable with representing the Director at meetings and presenting the work of the Centre.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Hold a Master’s degree in Business Management, Public Administration, Finance or related discipline
•   Have experience in project management, financial operations, strategic planning, and engagement with multi-national institutions
•   Be charismatic, dynamic, confident in public speaking, have excellent writing ability, and excellent interpersonal skills
•   Must possess a valid driver’s licence
•   Must have advanced competence of all Microsoft Office applications, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Qualified individuals should send a letter of application and CV (including the names of three professional references) to:-

applications@waccbip.org

Closing Date: 31 August, 2016

{GIZ,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,08 Aug-2016};

Company Profile

The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH draws on the wealth of regional and technical expertise as well as tried and tested management know-how.

As a federal enterprise, we support the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

GIZ offers customised solutions to complex challenges. We offer demand-driven, tailor-made and effective services for sustainable development in more than 130 countries worldwide.

Job Description

•   Providing professional advice to partners (Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development (MLGRD), regional representatives, District Assemblies and local Governments among others) and cooperating with important stakeholders
•   Independently managing the IGF-component’s activities in accordance with the project objectives.
•   Innovation and knowledge management, communication and monitoring

Tasks:

•   Professional advisory services for partner institutions

The advisor:

•   Develops, implements and monitors project/programme plans and activities in close consultation with counterparts
•   Advises the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, Local Governments, District Assemblies among others and identifies capacity needs, develops concepts and strategies, and provides technical input
•   Participates in identifying needs for external advice. works on policy recommendations and supports the development of a strategic approach
•   Ensures and supports cooperation, regular contact and dialogue with core partners, other relevant institutions and organisations in the governmental and non-governmental sectors.
•   Communicates local interests and efforts’ and encourages sharing of ideas and information

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Masters/MSc or doctorate in Public Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Public Sector Management, Local Government Administration, Law or a related discipline or an equivalent qualification in taxation or similar area
•   At least 5-7 years’ professional experience, with at least 2 years professional experience in a similar or leading position
•   Significant experience related to the duties listed above, ideally acquired through experience in a municipal/metropolitan tax and public finance environment
•   Very good working knowledge of ICT technologies
•   Fluent written and oral mastery of the English language.
•   Proven analytical, organizational, project/time management as well as problem-solving good writing, reporting and documentation skills.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

•   Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and a half to one page letter addressing the applicant’s motivation by email to:

hr-ghana@giz.de

Closing Date: 08 August, 2016

•   Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants would be contacted. If you do not hear from us 2 weeks after the deadline please consider your application unsuccessful.

GIZ- Ghana is an equal opportunity employer, both men and women are encouraged to apply.

{Winrock International, Tamale,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 5 years,01 Aug-2016};

Winrock International is a nonprofit organization that works with people in the United States and around the world to empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity, and sustain natural resources. By linking local individuals and communities with new ideas and technology, Winrock is increasing long-term productivity, equity, and responsible resource management to benefit the poor and disadvantaged of the world.

Job Description

Effective with the release of this position announcement, Winrock International is seeking applicants for the position of Gender Integration Specialist to be based in Tamale, Ghana as part of a new USAID-funded Feed the Future Ghana Agriculture and Natural Resources Management project.

•   POSITION TITLE: Gender Integration Specialist
•   LOCATION: Tamale, Ghana
•   UNIT: Forestry and Natural Resource Management Group
•   REPORTS TO:Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP)

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Conduct different gender-awareness training sessions and refresher workshops for AgNRM project staff, focusing on gender-based constraints and opportunities in the different regions and in relation to the different resources or livelihood activities, using own resources or outside expertise;
•   Advise and mentor staff (headquarters, regional and site level) to sensitize them on how to integrate gender equality and female empowerment in activities and assist them in challenging gender discrimination and overcoming gender-based constraints;
•   Visit site-level offices and selected communities to gain adequate knowledge of potentials and constraints, and the work environment, to be able to better monitor, support, and supervise gender integration;
•   Work with Monitoring and Evaluation in the development, application, and monitoring of gender-sensitive indicators and the consistent use of sex disaggregation in reporting to better measure gender-related impacts and outcomes;
•   Help identify gender-sensitive questions and useful sex disaggregated information in survey questionnaires/formats and provide gender-awareness training for staff who will conduct surveys, using own resources or outside expertise;
•   Review and assess effectiveness of gender mainstreaming in AgNRM policies and in activities through reports, field visits, and surveys;
•   Work with the Grants Management to ensure that small grants applicants include gender issues;
•   Work with the Communications Manager to integrate gender content into communication materials (posters, scripts for radio or television, documentaries, and success stories);
•   Ensure the effective implementation of AgNRM’s Gender Strategy, including:

o Monitoring, assessing, and reporting on the implementation of the Gender Strategy, in order to ensure compliance in all programming, planning, training, and activities
o Provide advice and inputs to better support consistent and effective gender integration in programming, planning, implementation, and monitoring
o Ensuring that working conditions are gender-sensitive, and free from discrimination and harassment
o Achieving a more equal female-male ratio of staff at all levels, decision-making positions, to better reflect Ghanaian society

•   Network with other organizations to share gender-related information and best practices;
•   Develop gender-related skills, tools, and conceptual frameworks to strengthen gender responsiveness and analysis in programming and implementation, using own resources or outside expertise;
•   Provide monthly updates, and assist in compiling gender-related highlights and “success stories” for Quarterly and Annual Technical progress reports for donor submission;
•   Prepare Annual Work Plan for gender component; and
•   Complete other tasks as assigned by supervisor(s).

SALARY & BENEFITS

The annual salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits include life, disability and medical insurance, retirement, and other normal Winrock benefits.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field
•   Work Experience: Five to seven years of relevant experience in gender integration into development projects
•   Experience working with USAID-funded projects is an advantage
•   Demonstrated and proven record to work in a multidisciplinary team

Skills

•   In depth knowledge and work experience in the natural resources sector in Ghana;
•   In depth knowledge and work experience in gender issues in natural resources;
•   Ability to work in a team, including effectively contributing to joint planning and implementation of trainings, workshops, and other program activities;
•   Excellent organizational skills;
•   Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills;
•   Required computer proficiencies: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet;

Language skills: English – fluent spoken, written.

Location: Tamale

How to Apply For the Job

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

Ghana.Recruitment@winrock.org, indicating “Gender Integration Specialist ” in the subject line.

Closing Date: 01 August, 2016

•   Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
•   Final deadline for applications is August 1, 2016.
•   Winrock would like to graciously thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates who meet all requisite criteria and are short listed will be contacted.
•   EEOE/AA.