{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

Winrock International (WI) is currently recruiting for the position of a full-time Behavior Change Communications Specialist 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 TITLE:  Behavior Change Communications Specialist
•   LOCATION:  Tamale, Ghana
•   UNIT:  Forestry and Natural Resource Management Group
•   REPORTS TO: Food Security & Agronomy Expert

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

The Behavior Change Communications Specialist will work with the technical leads of the AgNRM project to provide technical leadership on integrating behavior change into activities and communications to accomplish project goals. S/he will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategy for behavior change for AgNRM project activities and communications.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Lead and coordinate behavior change strategy, capacity-building and activities;
•   Advise and mentor staff (headquarters, regional and site level) on how to integrate the behavior change strategy into project activities and communications;
•   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 affect behavior change;
•   Work with project staff and partners to develop messaging on conservation agriculture, nutrition, gender, agribusiness, and environmental stewardship;
•   Assist the Communication Director in designing and implementing social marketing and media communications to integrate effective elements that facilitate behavior change;
•   Work with Monitoring and Evaluation in the development, application, and monitoring of behavior change outcomes, and if applicable, project indicators;
•   Review and assess effectiveness of behavior change aspects of activities and communications through reports, field visits, and surveys;
•   Network with other organizations to share behavior change information and best practices;
•   Develop behavior change-related skills, tools, and conceptual frameworks to strengthen responsiveness and analysis in programming and implementation, using own resources or outside expertise;
•   Provide monthly updates, and assist in compiling behavior change highlights and “success stories” for Quarterly and Annual Technical progress reports for donor submission;
•   Prepare Annual Work Plan for behavior change 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 integrating behavior change in 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 behavior change 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

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 “Behavior Change Communications 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.

{Plan International Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 year,29 Jul-2016};

Plan International Ghana, an international Child- centered Community Development organization, is looking for a dynamic and results-oriented person to fill the position above;

Project Description:

•   The 5-year Girls Advocacy Alliance (GM) Project seeks to create a world wherein all girls and young women enjoy equal rights and opportunities by addressing discrimination against girls and young women as the smartest investment for achieving structural poverty reduction and inclusive development.
•   The long-term outcome is: Effective legislation, law enforcement and policy implementation by the state and the private sector to prevent and eliminate gender based violence and economic exclusion of girls and young women, ultimately leading to girls and young women being free from all forms of gender based violence and are economically empowered in Ghana.
•   The specific focus of the five-year project is on gender based violence (GBV) and Economic Exclusion (EE) of girls and young women (GYW) with particular actions on harmful practices such as child abuse and child trafficking and (sexual) exploitation (including the worst forms of child labour), and exclusion from education and decent work.
•   The thematic focus also complies with the proposed Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), in particular with the targets of SDG-5, SDG-8 and 5DG-16.
•   The project will be implemented in selected Geo-political Regions of Ghana including Northern, Upper West and Eastern regions of Ghana.

Job Purpose:

To lead and provide technical expertise in the implementation and management of the Girls’ Advocacy Alliance Project in selected districts of Northern, Upper West and Eastern regions of Ghana.

Summary Of Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Provides operational support throughout all stages of the GAA project implementation process and ensures integration, coherence and harmonization of all components (gender-based violence, economic exclusion, commercial sexual exploitation, child, early and forced marriages etc.) of the project to achieve results as planned
•   Coordinates the project activities (advocacy, lobbying, capacity development support and research) implemented by Plan International Ghana
•   Supports the relationships and capacitydevelopment processes of the civil society partners of Plan International Ghana
•   Coordinates the actions of Plan International Ghana and its partners (LNGOs) with the other GAAmembers (DCI Ghana and GNCRC)
•   Supports the monitoring and reporting (on quarterly and annual basis) on progress of the GAA programme (against output and outcome targets)
•   Identifies and builds strategic networks with other actors to support the districts and LNGOs in implementation and monitoring of National policies and Programs aimed at addressing issues of gender based violence and economic exclusion of girls and young women
•   Actively monitors the project implementation through field visits, exchange of information with partners/stakeholders to assess progress, identify bottlenecks and potential risks and work for timely decisions to resolve issues

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s Degree in Social Work, Development Planning, or equivalent, with a minimum of five years progressive experience in a related field
•   First Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent, with a minimum of 7 years progressive experience in a related field
•   At least 5 years experience in Gender Programming/Advocacy, with special focus on Gender Equality and Girls’ Rights
•   At least 5 years experience in an international organization similar to Plan International

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants must attach following documents to their applications and submit to the email address provided below.

•   Detailed Curriculum Vitae, stating current and attest posts (with dates) as well as summary of job responsibilities; also provide Names, e-rnail addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related) in the CV;
•   Cover letter (stating the position applied for);
•   Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification, as well as national service certificate (if applicable);
•   Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses:-

recruitmentghana@plan-International.org

Closing Date: 29 July, 2016

•   Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.
•   Qualified Ghanaian nationals, especially female candidates are encouraged to apply.
•   Plan International Is an equal opportunities employer, committed to the protection of children and gender equality and our recruitment procedure reflects this.
•   Selected applicants will be expected to comply with the child protection policy of the organization.

{International Justice Mission (IJM),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master’s Degree, 2 years,17 Aug-2016};

The Need       

International Justice Mission (IJM) is a fast growing international organization working to protect some of the most vulnerable and oppressed people from violent forces of injustice by securing rescue and restoration for victims and ensuring public justice systems work for the poor.

IJM is seeking a talented social worker to serve as the Aftercare Casework Manager to develop and manage IJM Ghana’s aftercare services for child survivors of forced labor trafficking and their primary caregivers.  This position is based in Accra, Ghana and reports to the Director of Aftercare, IJM Ghana.
Responsibilities

Crisis Care and Case Management Services

•   Provide immediate crisis care, advocacy and assessments for children coming out of forced labor trafficking situations and ensure all victims receive legally mandated government protections.
•   Assist IJM multidisciplinary teams and law enforcement officers in conducting child-sensitive interviews with victims and witnesses regarding forced labor trafficking that can be utilized in ongoing investigations, legal proceedings, and aftercare assessments
•   Engage, prepare and support victims and witnesses throughout judicial proceedings in partnership with multidisciplinary teams of advocates and care providers.
•   Facilitate placement of child survivors into government approved shelter facilities for immediate protection and care.
•   Complete comprehensive needs assessments, including family and community assessments, toward the safe reunification of a survivor to his or her family and home community.
•   Develop and implement treatment plans reflecting objectives and services needed to attain sustained restoration of the child survivor, based on assessed needs of the child and his or her primary caregivers and in accordance with IJM Minimum Standards of Care.
•   Facilitate reunification service referrals through a network of partner providers.
•    Develop and implement strategies for the provision of direct assistance to survivors and their families in cases where aftercare stakeholders are unable or unwilling to address critical needs.
•   Thoroughly document and monitor service provision and progress of participants within IJM’s internal electronic database (CTMS).

Program and Partner Development

•   In collaboration with the Director of Aftercare, develop and implement a model for provision of reunification services for child survivors of forced labor trafficking and their primary caregivers in accordance with DSW standards.
•   Develop a network of collaborative partnerships within key program areas that are equipped to serve the holistic needs of IJM aftercare participants, including service providers in the areas of health, education, income generation, protective services, mental health, basic needs (i.e. food, housing) and other relevant needs.
•   Assist the Director of Aftercare in assessing the gaps in comprehensive survivor aftercare service availability and implementing solutions to address these gaps.
•   Identify training and resource needs for aftercare partners and facilitate provision of critical trainings and resources within resource constraints and office priorities.
•   Provide strategic input to quarterly Field Office reports for submission to IJM global leadership teams.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s Degree in mental health field; social work degree preferred.
•   Minimum two years of relevant experience in provision of case management services, implementing psychosocial assessments and interventions.
•   Experience working with survivors of trauma and ability to provide service interventions in a trauma-informed manner.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills, especially with children and their caregivers, the indigent and otherwise vulnerable individuals.
•   Experience in building collaborative partnerships with other social service providers.
•   Computer literate with proficiency in MS Word, Outlook and Excel.
•   Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English; fluency in Ewe and Twi preferred.
•   Driver’s License preferred.

Critical Qualities

•   Strong result-orientation.
•   Passionate commitment to IJM’s mission and values.
•   Mature Christian faith.
•   Strongly committed to child protection principles against unlawful child labor.
•   Attention to detail, organized and disciplined with priorities.
•   Professional in demeanor, appearance, writing and oral communication.
•   Works well under stress with a sustained positive attitude.
•   Exceptionally high level of honesty and integrity.
•   Intelligent, creative and proactive problem solver.
•   Strong value of teamwork and collaboration, particularly within a multidisciplinary framework.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidate should click the link below to apply:

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 17 August, 2016

{Self Help Africa,Brong Ahafo Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,15 Jul-2016};

Responsible To: Country Coordinator Ghana
Start Date: As soon as possible

•   Self Help Africa, West Africa Programme, is looking to recruit a Project Manager to support and coordinate the Empowering Women in the Cashew Value Chain project.
•   This is a one year; six months (1.5) employment contract on national terms and conditions, renewal will be dependent on the level of performance and availability of funding.
•   Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Purpose:

•   The Project Manager is responsible for the overall management and development of the Empowering Women in the Cashew Value Chain project in Ghana and for ensuring that Self Help Africa’s work contributes effectively and efficiently towards meeting the needs of small holder farmers and the goals of the organisation.
•   He/She will have the key responsibility for the effective and efficient management and delivery of the project through annual planning, budgeting, reporting, managing of field officers and day-to-day project operations consistent with the project cycle management, the project’s goal and to the highest standards of programmatic quality.
•   He/She will report directly to the Country Coordinator Ghana.

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available and SHA reserves the right to make necessary changes.

Location: Brong Ahafo Region

How To Apply For The Job

Applications must include the following:

•   A duly filled in application form to be downloaded from our web site at: https://selfhelpafrica.org/uk/category/careers/
•   Electronic copies of Ghanaian or other ECOWAS country, national id card, certificate of nationality or passport, or proof of right to work in Ghana
•   A letter of motivation to addressed to the West Africa Regional Director;
•   A curriculum vitae of no more than 3 pages, dated and signed by the candidate, outlining his/her experiences and competencies;
•   Electronic photocopies of relevant diplomas, work certificates, school and training certificates

Recruitment procedure:

•   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
•   The interview will consist of an oral interview and a practical test.

Application procedure:

•   Electronic copies of the application should be sent by ernail to:-

infowafo@selfhelpafrica.org and marc.kabore@selfhelpafrica.net

Closing Date: 15 July, 2016

Composition of application:

Please ensure that you have fully read the terms of reference for the post, which can be downloaded from https://selfhelpafrica.org/uk/category/careers/

Self Help Africa is committed to equal employment opportunities.

{Self Help Africa,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,15 Jul-2016};

Responsible To: West Africa Regional Director (Ouagadougou)
Start Date: As soon as possible

•   Self Help Africa, West Africa Programme, is seeking to recruit a Country Coordinator to support and coordinate the West Africa programme’s activities in Ghana.
•   This is a two (02) year employment contract on national terms and conditions; renewal will be dependent on the level of performance and availability of funding.
•   Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Purpose:

•   The Country Coordinator is responsible for the overall management and development of SHA’s programme in Ghana and for ensuring that Self Help Africa’s work contributes effectively and efficiently towards meeting the needs of small holder farmers and the goals of the organisation.
•   He/She will have the key responsibility to take forward, strengthen and develop programme links with donors and local partners and to strengthen our position and programmes in Ghana.
•   He/She will report directly to the Regional Director of the Self Help Africa West Africa Programme.

This Job Description only serves as a guide for the position available and SHA reserves the right to make necessary changes.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Applications must include the following:

•   A duly filled in application form to be downloaded from our web site at: https://selfhelpafrica.org/uk/category/careers/
•   Electronic copies of Ghanaian or other ECOWAS country, national id card, certificate of nationality or passport, or proof of right to work in Ghana
•   A letter of motivation to addressed to the West Africa Regional Director;
•   A curriculum vitae of no more than 3 pages, dated and signed by the candidate, outlining his/her experiences and competencies;
•   Electronic photocopies of relevant diplomas, work certificates, school and training certificates

Recruitment procedure:

•   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
•   The interview will consist of an oral interview and a practical test.

Application procedure:

•   Electronic copies of the application should be sent by ernail to:-

infowafo@selfhelpafrica.org and marc.kabore@selfhelpafrica.net

Closing Date: 15 July, 2016

Composition of application:

•   Please ensure that you have fully read the terms of reference for the post, which can be downloaded from https://selfhelpafrica.org/uk/category/careers/

Self Help Africa is committed to equal employment opportunities.

{Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,27 Jul-2016};

The Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) is an NGO and a member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), and a leading provider of Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) information and services.

Our Mission

The Association shall provide the youth with the knowledge and means of exercising their basic rights to decide freely and responsibly on their Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) as a means of improving the quality of life of Ghanaians.

Our Vision

The vision of PPAG is that Ghana should become a country in which the youth are well informed about Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and confidently exercise their right of choice of SRH services without fear and/or any obstacle from any sector of the society.

Job Description

The Ghana Sexual Reproductive Health Alliance for young people hereby invites result – oriented and committed persons to apply for the following vacant position.The Alliance is hosted by Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG) and will host the National Programme Coordinator. PPAG which is affiliated to the International Planned Parenthood Fedration (IPPF) is a leading provider of sexual reproductive health information and services. PPAG believes in Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection and Gender Policies.

Purpose of the Position:

•   Responsible for the Alliances’  coordination at country level based on a joint country programme and annual work plans, and facilitates and coordinates programme development, annual work plans, reporting,  joint activities, country alliance communication and external relations pertinent to the Alliances’ activities including Get Up Speak Out Programme in Ghana.
•   Management of the collaboration process of country Alliance partners, looking for synergy, exchange and learning between the partners in order to become more effective in reaching the results of the Alliance including the Get up Speak out Programme.
•   Ensuring young people are at the centre of the programmes of the Alliance and supporting meaningful youth participation throughout the programme development, implementation, governance, monitoring and evaluation.
•   Ensure that sensitive issues (MYP, sexual diversity, safe abortion, etc.) will be taken up appropriately by the partners.
•   Being the face of the GUSO programme in Ghana: representing the alliance in (advocacy) events and meetings and increasing the visibility of the alliance.
•   Ensure that there are additional resources available for the Alliances programmes.

Key Responsibilities Include:

•   Facilitates and coordinates programme development and preparation of the (Multi)annual Country Work Plans agreed upon by the National Governing Body (NGB) in Ghana and the consortium manager;
•   Monitors the progress of the implementation of the (Multi) Annual Country Programme Plans and keeps an eye on country objectives;
•   Discusses with partners insufficient performance, signals cases of long term non-performance and communicates long term non-performance following the guidelines for escalations;
•   Signals and communicates other challenges and problems related to the programme and its alliance partners to the NGB and the National Programme Coordinator following the guidelines for escalations;
•   Mobilize additional financial resources for the Alliances.
•   Manages the joint activity budget with support from the CFP under the auspices of the consortium manager;
•   Compiles financial and progress reports, the annual overall budget and PME information;
•   Organises in-country annual planning and review meetings;
•   Facilitates and inspires country alliance partners to collaborate and look for synergy at country level;
•   Facilitates shared learning and joint initiatives with regard to programme implementation and PME activities at country level;
•   Organises joint programme evaluations and workshops to share experiences with implementing partners;
•   Identifies the need for TA (institutional and thematic) at country level (centrally and for individual or selection of partners) in addition to the needs that country alliance partners identify themselves;
•   Chairs the National Programme Team in which the country Alliance partners are represented;
•   Coordinates the development and realisation of Operational Research;
•   Facilitates or leads the joint advocacy efforts of the country alliance;
•   Coordinates partnership with the Embassy and other Strategic Partnerships and SRHR Partnerships;
•   Represents the Alliance  in Local, regional and International platforms ( events and meetings)
•   Profiles and increases the visibility of the Alliance and its programmes at country level.
•   Secretary to the NGB.
•   Any other duties assigned by the NGB

The Package:

•   The position is based in Accra, Greater Accra Region
•   The position comes with an attractive salary

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum educational qualification of a second degree in Social Sciences, Management, Development, Policy and Research.
•   A minimum of five (5) years working experience in a related area.

Critical Competencies

•   Excellent English (written and oral) communication skills;
•   Sound experience in the field of SRHR (sexual and reproductive health and rights);
•   Work experience in an international (development) organisation;
•   Proven track record in programme management (report writing, PMEL, budget management), facilitating learning processes and alliance building;
•   Energetic about putting youth at the centre of this programme and working with young people as equal partners;
•   Experience with networking and lobbying and advocacy at country and regional level;
•   Strong facilitator, connector, communicator and leader;
•   Strong administrative and organizational skills;
•   Ability to work independently;
•   Self-confident, persistent and decisive; good listening capacity; assertive; flexible;
•   Ability to travel;
•   Supports the values and principles as described in the Essential Packages.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All interested persons with requisite qualification (s), should kindly send their Application Letters with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) including two referees and cell phone numbers to:

The Search Committee
Planned Parenthood Association of Ghana (PPAG)
P. O .Box AN 5756, Accra- North.

Or drop at: PPAG Head Office Larterbiokoshie, Accra (HR Unit)

Or E-Mail to: recruitments.srhr@gmail.com

Closing Date: 27 July, 2016

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview

{American Embassy,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelor’s Degree, 1 year,07 Jul-2016};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Program Assistant (Cultural Affairs) in the Public Affairs Section of the Embassy.

POSITION NO: A00110

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

•   The Program Assistant provides administrative support for the U.S. Embassy’s cultural events and international exchange programs. Support includes–but is not limited to–handling logistics for embassy events, scheduling meetings, arranging local and international travel, drafting letters, maintaining records, and ordering supplies. Ideal candidates will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, internationally-focused setting.

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 a Bachelor’s degree in the fields of business administration, international relations, or social sciences is required.
•   EXPERIENCE: At least one year of support for an internationally-focused office, such as a diplomatic or development mission, development-related non-governmental organization (NGO) or academic institution is required.
•   LANGUAGE: Level IV (fluent) in writing, speaking and reading English is required. High degree of proficiency in both the written and spoken language, including the ability to translate. Must be able to draft correspondence and other documents for the Cultural Affairs Officer. Level IV proficiency in at least one local language spoken in Ghana 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¢28,264.00 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: 07 July, 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.

{USAID Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,12 Jul-2016};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Program Management Specialist (HIV/AIDS) in the Health, Population and Nutrition Office of USAID/Ghana. The Program Management Specialist (HIV/AIDS), an integral member of the USAID/Ghana health team and also the USG President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Ghana interagency team. This is a full time programmatic, administrative and financial management support position, with primary responsibilities in assisting the HIV/AIDS portfolio with project management, coordination and monitoring; liaison and communication with implementing partners, USG agencies including the PEPFAR Ghana team, other USAID offices as well as external partners; response to technical reporting requirements and; analysis and reporting of health data and statistics, including budget information. Responsibilities will also include providing Agreement/Contracting Officer’s Representative (A/COR) management and coordination of funding, reporting and administration of grants, contracts and cooperative agreements for USAID activities being conducted by Implementing Partners (IP) under Contracts, Cooperative Agreements and/or Grants.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

•   The Program Management Specialist (HIV/AIDS) is an integral member of the USAID/Ghana health team and also the USG President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Ghana interagency team. This is a full time programmatic, administrative and financial management support position, with primary responsibilities in assisting the HIV/AIDS portfolio with project management, coordination and monitoring; liaison and communication with implementing partners, USG agencies including the PEPFAR Ghana team, other USAID offices as well as external partners; response to technical reporting requirements and; analysis and reporting of health data and statistics, including budget information. Responsibilities will also include providing Agreement/Contracting Officer’s Representative (A/COR) management and coordination of funding, reporting and administration of grants, contracts and cooperative agreements for USAID activities being conducted by Implementing Partners (IP) under Contracts, Cooperative Agreements and/or Grants. The position will also serve as Activity Manager for designated USAID/WA Global Health Bureau central mechanisms implemented in Ghana.

•   This position is one of substantial complexity given the high level of influence of the USAID/Ghana HIV/AIDS portfolio in management, representation, strategy and results for US Government PEPFAR Ghana. The position requires the ability to coordinate, plan, implement, follow-up and work with limited oversight both independently and within a multi-agency and multi-organizational team setting. The incumbent is expected to be highly productive and to meet tight deadlines. The ability to operate sensitively and effectively given the contextual variables affecting HIV/AIDS in Ghana is absolutely essential. Flexibility, customer orientation, diplomacy, discretion, the ability to logically organize and analyze information (including program data), attention to detail and the capacity to complete tasks with limited oversight are all critical to successfully fulfilling the position requirements. This position is located in the Health, Population and Nutrition Office (HPNO) at USAID/Ghana in Accra and will require travel both in Ghana and internationally.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: % OF TIME

A. Program Management Support (65%)

•   Management: – Serve as A/COR for designated USAID-funded, multi-year health contracts, grants and/or cooperative agreements. The incumbent will have direct management responsibilities for grants to local organizations. In FY17, He/she will assume AOR responsibility (subject to approval of USAID/West Africa Regional Acquisition and Assistance Office (RAAO) for one bilateral cooperative agreement with an annual budget of approximately $400,000 per year. This role is pivotal to the USAID/Forward goals of building sustainable capacity in local non-governmental organizations (NGO) for HIV/AIDS programming. Additionally, the incumbent will serve as Activity Manager for designated USAID/WA Global Health Bureau central mechanisms implemented in Ghana.

•   For example, in FY17, the incumbent will serve as the Activity Manager for The Commodity Fund (a PEPFAR fund under USAID/WA Central Contraceptive Procurement mechanism), which supplies HIV commodities to the USAID/Ghana health and HIV projects as well as to The Global Fund programming for Key Populations. In such capacity, the incumbent will work in collaboration with USAID/WA, the new Global Health Supply Chain Procurement and Supply Management (GHSSC-PSM) award and relevant implementing partners to accurately forecast and monitor commodity needs to ensure product availability and distribution to support community-based service delivery. In FY15, the total value for HIV commodities to USAID/Ghana’s HIV portfolio amounted to $700,000. The incumbent will also be responsible for ensuring compliance with the USG Statutory Requirements for Family Planning and HIV (as applicable) among USAID/Ghana HIV service delivery projects.

•   This role as A/COR and/or Activity Manager will require provision of oversight, management, administration and technical guidance to implementing partners that will ensure adherence to work plans, timely completion of project activities and deliverables to increase efficiency and impact of HIV activities. The incumbent will provide guidance on USG policy, procedures and processes related to management, planning and implementation of activities to ensure consistency with USAID/Ghana, PEPFAR and Ghana Government strategic frameworks, protocols, policies and regulations. He/she will work closely with the USAID/West Africa RAAO and Regional Office of Financial Management (ROFM) to ensure that all implementing partners adhere to all administrative requirements.

•   The incumbent will assist the HIV/AIDS Team Leader in financial management of HIV funding to the various mechanisms within the USAID/Ghana portfolio and outlined in the annual PEPFAR Ghana Country Operational Plan (COP) budgets. Related tasks include oversight of major obligating and reporting documents which includes ensuring that obligations, expenditures, and budget pipelines conform to work plans; ensuring appropriate and timely incremental funding of activities; tracking both financial and material resources (including tax exemptions to implementing partners); preparing quarterly accrual estimates; ensuring proper distribution and tracking of project vouchers for timely review and payment and; ensuring accurate and timely reporting of program finances and progress status.

•   Attend multiple national-level fora (including national-level Technical Working Groups) with Ghana Government officials, multilateral organizations, bilateral donors, and civil society stakeholders for critical analysis and discussion on HIV/AIDS policy priorities, program initiatives, advocacy platforms, dissemination of newly gained technical knowledge such as best practices and revisions to nationally accepted strategies, policies and guidelines for HIV/AIDS programming. The incumbent will only play a supportive or observational role at these meetings and as such, will not act as sole representative of US Government. Strategic Planning and Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting:– Provide guidance on USG policy, procedures and processes and also assist in the coordination of USAID/Ghana implementing partners for the preparation of planning and reporting requirements for USAID and PEPFAR, including the Operational Plan (OP), Country Operational Plan (COP), Performance and

•   Planning Report (PPR), Reprogramming actions, semi-annual and annual progress reports (SAPR & APR) including portfolio reviews, and Congressional Notifications. Review, analyze and synthesize all inputs submitted by USAID/Ghana implementing partners with respect to data quality control requirements and assists in preparation of program area narratives and summaries.
Contribute to substantial review, technical insights and direction to implementing partners in the tracking, development and monitoring of work plans; use of standardized indicators; tracking and reporting of results and progress; program compliance; documentation of lessons learned and best practices; and reporting of activity performance and data in quarterly and annual progress reports. Participate in and conduct periodic site visits (including the Site Improvement Monitoring Systems (SIMS) as required by PEPFAR), Data Quality Assessments (DQA) and routine meetings with implementing partners to monitor program implementation, analyze data and/or results and discuss any barriers to achievement.

•   Provide programmatic and administrative assistance in the preparation and compilation of planning and required documentation to support USAID/Ghana HIV program activities, including Project Appraisal Document (PAD), scopes of work and accompanying budgets, action memoranda, procurement and assistance instruments, meeting minutes, closeout plans, final reports, equipment disposal, and implementation of evaluation and audit recommendations. Negotiate the necessary clearances and processing for these documents through the appropriate USAID, implementing partners and/or government channels, often in absence of instructions or precedents. Contributes to reviews of USAID/Ghana’s HIV mechanisms to ensure accurate representation in descriptive information, summary results and analyses generated from the PEPFAR Ghana Expenditure Analysis, Data for Accountability, Transparency and Impact (DATIM), SIMS and other data-driven processes and systems required by PEPFAR.

•   Communication: – Coordinate preparations of briefings and logistics for VIP visits as well as the development of informational materials, press releases, interviews, speeches, talking points, etc., for or as part of Congressional delegations, technical working group members or similar delegations on site visits to USAID/Ghana and its partners.
Coordinate with the USAID/Ghana Development and Outreach staff, U.S. Department of State PEPFAR Ghana Country Coordinator and Public Affairs staff on development of basic communication information on USAID/Ghana HIV/AIDS activities, including but not limited to program events, success stories, fact sheets, and other documentation.

B. Administrative Management Support (35%)

•   Coordinate and liaise with USAID and U.S. Embassy offices on administrative and human resources issues, procurement, security, travel and access systems as well as on-boarding of all new and TDY staff. Manage the USAID/Ghana HIV/AIDS team calendar arranging and/or confirming participation in meetings, conferences and workshops. The incumbent will also attend meetings, record proceedings and report outcomes to team members.

Manage logistics for international and local travel for the USAID/Ghana HIV/AIDS team, including preparation and processing of travel authorizations (in conformity with the E-2 Solutions system), airline tickets, hotel and transport reservations and, submission of visa applications and Electronic Country Clearances (ECC) for staff traveling to other countries.
Manage and coordinates arrangements for international visitors including Electronic Country Clearances (ECC), RSO approvals, hotel and transport reservations, IT and office space support, scheduling of meetings both internal/external to USAID/Ghana and provision of informational materials.

•   Coordinate and manage logistical and administrative tasks for scheduled meetings/events, USAID/Ghana TDYs, and other in-country visitors in showcasing the HIV/AIDS health portfolio. Processes RSO Visitor Access Requests and acts as escort for visitors. Draft routine correspondence on HIV program activities, e.g., letters, reports, memos, emails, invitations, etc., as well as activity announcements and/or requests for information to implementing partners and other Ghana stakeholders.
Maintain an updated list of points of contacts in government, bilateral and multilateral donors, regional organizations, implementing partners and other key HIV stakeholders.

•   Organize and maintains comprehensive files and records specific to the USAID/Ghana HIV/AIDS program activities, in conformance with Agency directives. Responsible for data integrity and security of information in the reporting database that may relate to HIV/AIDS infection particularly with respect to named individuals. Other program files include reports, meeting summaries and minutes, copies of all grants/cooperative agreements/contracts, budget-related actions, email communication, audit reports, research determinations, panels, and awards. Whenever possible, these records will be filed electronically.

•   Manage data entry related to HIV/AIDS program activities into USG and USAID systems, e.g., Global Acquisition and Assistance Systems (GLAAS) and Foreign Assistance database (FACTS Info), as well as into PEPFAR reporting systems, e.g., Data Accountability, Transparency, Impact Monitoring (DATIM), Site Improvement Monitoring System (SIMS), etc. Conduct skill-based trainings on USAID and PEPFAR reporting systems requiring data entry at the implementing partner level, e.g. DATIM, AIDTracker Plus, etc. Provide administrative support to USAID/Ghana in collaboration with the HPNO Program Management Assistants.

C. Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

A) Education: A University degree in social science, public health, program management, public administration, international development, health services administration or similar health related discipline. Master degree is a plus. Experience in HIV/AIDS is required. Experience in community development is strongly desired.

B) Prior Work Experience:

1) Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in program-related work is required. Programmatic and administrative support of international development programs, with demonstrated expertise in planning and monitoring technical assistance activities, finance tracking and preparation of annual strategic planning processes as well as experience in organizing programmatic, technical and administrative information for decision making is required.

2) Minimum of three (3) years public health experience in the analysis, activity design, program planning and implementation of small to large projects (values ranging from $100,000 to $500,000 per year) is required, including developing, managing and implementing projects and working with partners on developing scopes of work and work plans, maintaining schedules for implementation, budget management, quality control of deliverables, and monitoring and evaluation of results. At least one year of work experience in an international/resource poor setting is required. Previous experience with HIV/AIDS projects is required.

3) Minimum of three (3) years of experience and expertise in budget management is required, e.g. planning, managing and analysis of expenditure levels and funding pipelines; developing budgets; managing funding flows to ensure seamless activity implementation; and analysis of expenditures and contribution to actual results.

C) Language Proficiency: Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (Level IV fluency – speaking/reading/writing), including the ability to synthesize and succinctly present material is required. On occasion, the incumbent will need to act as an interpreter/translator; therefore, the ability to speak at least one of the following Ghanaian languages (Twi, Ga and/or Fante) is required. Language proficiency will be tested.

D) Job Knowledge: Working knowledge of the current epidemiology, emerging political/social/cultural/economic contextual issues and policy changes related to HIV/AIDS in Ghana (and in Africa) in order to enhance the design and implementation of USAID’s strategy is required. Must have working knowledge of the Ghana health care system and structures including familiarity with Ministry of Health/Ghana Health Service’s policies, program priorities and regulations. Strong knowledge of managing contracts, agreements and/or grants is required.

E) Skills and Abilities: Excellent organizational and collaborative skills with competency in effective communication, facilitation and negotiation between various stakeholders resulting in measurable, positive outcomes are required. Must have ability to demonstrate considerable ingenuity, diplomacy and tact in establishing and maintaining working relationships at low to high levels throughout the government, management, medical, scientific, public, and private sectors of the broad HIV/AIDS response community to gather and exchange information and ability to quickly synthesize and adapt information and ideas (including program and budgetary data) from diverse sources and to concisely articulate through written products and/or public speaking (e.g., speeches, presentations, etc.). Ability to adapt to effectively work in an environment that is complex, uncertain, politically charged, in flux, and with extreme time constraints and pressure is required. Demonstrated initiative and the ability to plan and think strategically about program design and opportunities for investment; setting realistic goals, objectives and implementation plans; effectively balancing multiple priorities; and excellent time management skills is required. Must have advanced proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and databases (e.g., Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, etc.). Strong team orientation, positive attitude, integrity, self-motivation, discipline and reliability, willingness to travel both locally in Ghana and internationally is required.

SALARY RANGE: (GH¢ 56, 457.00 – GH¢ 84, 694.00 p.a) (depending on qualification and experience)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants must submit a signed cover letter, relevant certificates and CV with references to:

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

Or by Email to:

acpersonnel@usaid.gov

Note: When submitting your application via email, start the subject line with the position title. Failure to state this and submit signed letter with relevant documents will disqualify applicant.

Closing Date: 12 July, 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.

ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.

{WAPCAS,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 2 years,08 Jul-2016};

The Ghana – West Africa Programme to Combat AIDS and STI (WAPCAS) is a Civil Society Organisation that has been operating in the country since 1996. WAPCAS has since its inception been implementing HIV and STI programmes targeting key populations with support from several donors including the Global Fund.

Currently, WAPCAS and its partners are implementing the Global fund NFM project.  It is in this vain that WAPCAS wishes to recruit qualified and resourceful individuals to fill the position below: Field Supervisors

Job Summary:

•   Responsible for designing, guiding and directing the day-to-day project activities as well as providing both administrative and technical support on the field.

Specific task:

•   Plan, organize and run the activities in the intervention sites
•   Supervise, monitor and report on activities of peer educators on the field
•   Organise meetings with peer educators to assess progress of work, plan strategies to address challenges, review and clean data collected
•   Liaise with beneficiary groups and relevant stakeholders for inputs in identifying innovative ways of implementing activities
•   Organize logistical support and maintain stock levels of commodities
•   Support the capacity building process of all peer educators in data management
•   Undertake data monitoring visits
•   Prepare and submit specific periodic reports on the project indicators

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A degree in Sociology, Social Work or other related courses
•   Minimum of two years of working experience .

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be submitted to;

The Executive Director
Ghana – West Africa Program to Combat
AIDS and STI (WAPCAS)
Post Office Box AT 1010
Achimota
Accra

Closing Date: 08 July, 2016