{UNDP Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,20 Apr-2016};

Post Title: Project Technical Assistant
Grade: SB-4
Duration of Initial Contract: One(1) year
Salary: GHS 50,894 – 76,926 (Annual Cross Salary)

There is high agreement by all national and regional scale analyses of vulnerability by various sources including government commissioned reports and independent scholastic research10 that vulnerability especially to drought effects has geographical patterns and socioeconomic associations, with the three northern regions (Northern, Upper West and Upper East regions) the most vulnerable. Similarly, the adaptive capacity of these three northern regions is the lowest nationwide due to low socioeconomic development and heavy dependence of local economies and livelihoods on rain-fed systems such as agriculture and forestry.  Decreasing annual rainfall and increasingly erratic rainfall patterns, due to climate change, are adversely affecting rural livelihoods in northern Ghana especially agricultural and pastoral practices.

The main objective of the programme is to enhance the resilience and adaptive capacity of rural livelihoods to climate impacts and risks on water resources in the northern region of Ghana. The objective will be achieved through key results centered on the improvement of water access and also increase institutional capacity and coordination for integrated water management to support other uses of water resources especially for the diversification of livelihoods by rural
communities.

This will be done so by delivering the following four complementary outcomes:

Outcome 1: Improved planning and management of water resources taking into account climate change impacts on surface and groundwater sources;
Outcome 2: Climate resilient management of water resources by communities in Northern Ghana;
Outcome 3: Enhanced diversification of livelihoods of communities in northern Ghana.

The project will be executed by the Ministry of Environment, Science, technology and Innovation of Ghana and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in close cooperation with sectoral ministries, NGOs and the private sector.

Summary of key functions:

•   Technical services in areas related to community-based capacity building, livelihood assessment, and climate change adaptation and water resource management;
•   Building strategic partnerships;
•   Networking;
•   Substantive technical innovation;
•   Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   Master’s  degree (at least at Master’s level) in any area relevant to climate change adaptation projects and programmes: i.e. Natural Resource Management (e.g. CZM, water), Environmental Sciences, Economics, Social Sciences, etc. or closely related field;

Experience:

•   At least five-years of experience in development and environment (climate change);
•   Demonstrated successful experience in project/programme management experience;
•   Working experience with ministries and national institutions is an asset;
•   Previous experience/familiarity with UNDP, international donors or with GEF/UN/AF projects is an asset.

Language requirements:

•   Excellent knowledge of English including writing and communication skills and;
•   knowledge of one local language of the project implementation areas would be an asset.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Follow the link below to apply online:

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 20 April, 2016

{UNDP Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,20 Apr-2016};

Post Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
Grade: SB4
Duration of Initial Contract: One(1) year
Salary: GHS 50,894 – 76,926 (Annual Cross Salary)

There is high agreement by all national and regional scale analyses of vulnerability by various sources including government commissioned reports and independent scholastic research10 that vulnerability especially to drought effects has geographical patterns and socioeconomic associations, with the three northern regions (Northern, Upper West and Upper East regions) the most vulnerable. Similarly, the adaptive capacity of these three northern regions is the lowest nationwide due to low socioeconomic development and heavy dependence of local economies and livelihoods on rain-fed systems such as agriculture and forestry.  Decreasing annual rainfall and increasingly erratic rainfall patterns, due to climate change, are adversely affecting rural livelihoods in northern Ghana especially agricultural and pastoral practices.

The main objective of the programme is to enhance the resilience and adaptive capacity of rural livelihoods to climate impacts and risks on water resources in the northern region of Ghana. The objective will be achieved through key results centered on the improvement of water access and also increase institutional capacity and coordination for integrated water management to support other uses of water resources especially for the diversification of livelihoods by rural
communities.

This will be done so by delivering the following four complementary outcomes:

Outcome 1: Improved planning and management of water resources taking into account climate change impacts on surface and groundwater sources;
Outcome 2: Climate resilient management of water resources by communities in Northern Ghana;
Outcome 3: Enhanced diversification of livelihoods of communities in northern Ghana.

The project will be executed by the Ministry of Environment, Science, technology and Innovation of Ghana and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in close cooperation with sectoral ministries, NGOs and the private sector.

Summary of key functions:

•   Provision of managerial and budget oversight;
•   Designing and implementing M&E tools and plans for the Project;
•   Reporting;
•   Networking;
•   Support to knowledge building and knowledge sharing.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   Master’s degree in social sciences, development planning, evaluation, survey implementation, advanced statistical research.

Experience:

•   5 years of professional work experience in programme development and implementation including monitoring and evaluation activities;
•   Experience in advanced data analysis, statistical methods and analysis tools are an asset;
•   Experience in monitoring and evaluation of climate change adaptation projects and programmes: i.e. Natural Resource •   Management (e.g. water), Environmental Sciences, Economics, Social Sciences;
•   Practical M&E experience in development and /or community livelihood activities;
•   Experience in working and collaborating within governments is an asset as well as experience in GEF/AF/UN projects.

Language: Fluency in English

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Follow the link below to apply online:

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 20 April, 2016

{CDD-Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 5 years,15 Apr-2016};

The Afrobarometer (AB) Network is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Monitoring And Evaluation Officer.

The M&E Officer will be based at the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (COD-Ghana), Accra, and report to the Operations Manager for the Project Management Unit (OM/PMU).

Duties:

•   Regularly update and maintain – AB’s existing M&E reporting tools and trackers, including reporting forms, AB’s logical framework,
•   Ensure that all project achievements are recorded and reported in a timely manner and in a concise, accessible, and comprehensive format.
•   Provide training and technical assistance to Afrobarometer staff and partners on M&E, as needed.
•   Assist as Management In establishing log frames, M&E work plans, and targets during the drafting of donor project proposals as well as throughout project implementation.
•   Prepare and manage a detailed M&E budget in collaboration with OM/PMU.
•   Participate in planning and leading the ‘Debrief Workshop’ with all partners at the end of each round of surveys to identify lessons learned;
•   Review the M&E Strategy at the end of each round of surveys with management and revise if necessary.

REMUNERATION: this position will attract competitive remuneration based on qualification and experience.

Other information:

•   This is a one year, fixed-term appointment with potential for renewal

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social
•   Sciences, Statistics, International Development or a related field,
•   At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in designing, implementing and overseeing monitoring and evaluation systems and procedures.
•   Ability to work in a multicultural environment
•   Good data analysis and familiarity with M&E databases
•   Excellent written and’ oral communication and outstanding interpersonal skills
•   Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office package

Other information:

•   Working knowledge of French is desirable but not a requirement

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Application’s current CVs with references and other supporting documents should be clearly labeled Afrobarometer Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and sent to:

The Human Resources Manager
COD Ghana
P. O. Box LG 404
Legon

OR

Fax; 233-302763028

or Email:

jobs@cddgh.org

Closing Date: 15 April, 2016

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. CDD-Ghana is an equal opportunities employer.

{USAID / RING,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,22 Apr-2016};

 

Job Title: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

Project Description:

•   The Resiliency in Northern Ghana (RING) project is a 5-year integrated project funded by the USAID through Feed the Future (FtF) Initiative and is designed to contribute to Government of Ghana (GoG) efforts to sustainably reduce poverty and improve the nutritional status of vulnerable populations. The goal of RING is to improved the livelihoods and nutritional status of vulnerable households in Northern region.Ghana.

Job Location: Tamale, Ghana

Reporting Relationship: Monitoring & Evaluation Officer reports to M & E Specialist

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

The main duties of the Monitoring & Evaluation Officer are as follows:

•   Assist the M&E Specialist to implement the Performance Monitoring Plan; including gathering data from partner organisation responsible for field operations, analyzing data to track project indicators, preparing progress reports to satisfy reporting requirements;
•   Support the M&E Specialist/M&E team to establish and effectively roll out data capture tools and procedures to enable accurate and timely monitoring and reporting on all projects;
•   Train DA/ NRCC staff in use of monitoring tools and applications and propose any additional resources needed to complete the activities and assist in the monitoring of the local partners;
•   Travel to field sites to follow up independently with program beneficiaries;
•   Ensure accuracy and timelines of data entered in to Global Communities Project Management Database
•   Collect quantitative and qualitative data including leading/conducting focus group discussions and key informant interviews;
•   Participate in discussions with government officials and representatives to establish consistency in the use of indicator definitions and data sources;
•   Assist in developing and applying different M&E and learning methods (including monitoring systems, tools for data collection and analysis, evaluations and participatory reviews) and systems for using the learning in program decision-making to improve impact;
•   Review information collected through the monitoring process;
•   Draft data analysis reports for management ;
•   Work with the M&E Specialist/M&E team in ways to enhance learning from and between partner program evaluations and promote monitoring and evaluation systems, and sharing experience/learning;
•   Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to implement and maintain monitoring and evaluation efforts;
•   Assist the M&E Specialist/M&E team to prepare drafts of Terms of Reference, project deliverables and other additional technical components of any solicitations for M&E-related contract/sub-agreements;
•   Assist in implementing Global Communities M&E framework, which will inform the overall Learning Agenda and program performance
•   Respond to information requests from project managers and government and private partners
•   Stay updated on developments in monitoring and evaluation trends.

The duties listed above are not inclusive of all duties at Global Communities.  Global Communities reserves the right to change and update the position descriptions at any time.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of first degree in Statistics, Social Sciences or related discipline.
•   Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience with commensurate responsibility (preferably with an INGO or development agency).
•   Proficiency with software including Microsoft Office Suite
•   Experience with statistical packages (i.e. SPSS or STATA).
•   Familiarity with and ability to use modern office equipment (scanner, photocopier, projector, etc.)
•   Strong writing  and public presentation skills
•   Ability to develop and carry out work plans and solve problems independently
•   Attention to detail
•   Self-motivated and able to meet tight deadlines
•   Strong interpersonal and communication skills
•   Comfortable with team-oriented approach to work, preferably in a multi-cultural setting.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Please, send your applications with cvs to the following address:-

hrghana@ghanaresiliency.org

Closing Date: 22 April, 2016

{Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Organization (ALCO),Cotonou (BENIN),Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 8 years,20 Apr-2016};

1- Job identification

Job title: Community Mobilization and Human Rights Officer
Supervision: Program Officer
Contract duration: Two (02) years, renewable
Job start date: May 2016
Work place: Cotonou (BENIN)

2- Background and Justification

The Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Organization (ALCO) is sub regional intergovernmental organization which was established in 2002 with the mission of reducing HIV impact on interregional trade in West Africa. In fact, in view of the increase of migrations on main roads and fostering economic growth, the Heads of States of member countries namely the Ivory Coast, Ghana, Togo, Benin and Nigeria put in place this organization to facilitate road transit and transport as well as the development and implementation of a sub regional HIV/AIDS response.

During its first ten (10) years of service provision, ALCO largely contributed to the improvement of border posts environment and hospital infrastructures from Abidjan to Lagos, STIS and AIDS treatment, as well as the reduction of travelers’ transit time.

Within the framework of the New Funding Mechanism, the Global Fund (GF)grant allocated to ALCO took new directions. This grant focuses on a gradual transition of HIV prevention services to national programs and a reposition of interventions toward strengthening community system as well as the defense of human rights. The grant covers the period from 2016 to2018. Within the framework of this new funding, the targets of the project are key populations especially Men who have Sex with Men (MSM), Sex Workers (SW) and Injecting Drug Users (IDU).

Aware of the challenges in the framework of the implementation of this grant, ALCO undertook actions in order to efficiently manage the resources which will be made available in the framework of this funding. To this effect, ALCO is recruiting a Community Mobilization and Human Rights Officer who will be based at ALCO’s headquarters in Cotonou/Benin

3- Description of duties

Under the direct supervision of the Program Officer,the Community Mobilization and Human Rights Officer will ensure the implementation of community mobilization and human rights activities in favor of key populations within the framework of Global Fund new funding mechanism.

In terms of Policies and strategy development

Facilitate the assessment of both the legal and social environment in ALCO member countries through:

•   A documentation on drafting laws, policies and regulations affecting access to prevention, HIV care and treatment and other services for key populations in ALCO member countries
•   Assessment of the level of compliance with applicable regulations, policies and laws in accordance with international guidelines in ALCO member countries
•   Assessment of gaps and opportunities by identifying areas where HIV policies could be developed, updated, strengthened or rescinded.
•   Contribute to the establishment of a community-based regional program for the promotion of human rights and gender in favor of key populations
•   Identify obstacles to the implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention interventions in favor of key populations
•   Support the development of a regional advocacy strategy in view of reducing or removing legal obstacles within the framework of key populations access to health services (MSM, IDU, and SW)
•   Support the development and setting of a regional program for human rights and gender-based violence (GBV)
•   Contribute to setting community programs and the development of community based activities implementation within ALCO member countries

Define procedures for community-based activities:

•   The roadmap describing the organization of community-based activities;
•   The criteria for the selection and implementation of community actors (PE, community network, NGOS);
•   Evaluation system for advisors and community actors;
•   Design training modules and communication materials for behavioral change;
•   Definition and adaptation of communication and education approaches (IEC/CBC);
•   Design data collection tools in collaboration with other members of ALCO team, particularly the Monitoring Evaluation office;
•   Facilitate the assessment of the legal and social environment in the context of HIV within ALCO member countries;
•   Identify obstacles to the implementationof HIV/AIDS prevention interventions for the benefit of key populations;
•   Contribute to the definition of a community based regional program for human rights and gender in the context of HIV;
•   Support the development of a regional strategy for advocacy in view of minimizing or even removing legal obstacles in the framework of key populations access to health care;
•   Support the development and definition of a regional program for human rights and the fight against gender based violence (GBV),especially in terms of freedom of movement of goods and persons;

In terms of implementation

•   Coordinate human rights and gender activities in favor of key populations (SW, MSM, IDU) within the framework of the New Funding Mechanism
•   Support NGOs/Associations to document cases of human rights violation, GBV and lodge official complaint if necessary in HIV context
•   Design in collaboration with other ALCO team members data collection tools for human rights and gender component
•   Support NGOs/Associations of key populations to develop their action plan in view of the implementation of human rights and gender activities in HIV context
•   Coordinate the implementation of community-based activities in the framework of Global Fund new funding mechanism;
•   Support NGOS/Associations inthe development and implementation of IEC /CBC community based activities and the promotion of ALCO’s activities within the community;
•   Support NGOS/Associations in the development and definition of an action plan for the implementation of activities at the regional level;
•   Collect, compile and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual activities reports in view of drawing conclusion;
•   Support the design and updating of monitoring and evaluation plan for ALCO indicators;
•   Coordinate human rights and gender activities in favor of key populations(SW , MSM) in the framework of the new funding mechanism;
•   Design data collection tools in collaboration with other members of ALCO team for human rights and gender component.
•   Support NGOS/Associations to record cases of human rights as well as GBV and to make official complaint if necessary;
•   Supporting NGOS/Associations of key populations in the development of their action plan in view of the implementation of human rights and gender activities in the context of HIV;

In terms of capacity building

•   Identify and plan the needs in training and mentoring in favor of NGO/Associations and key populations in terms of human rights and gender in HIV context
•   Organize and conduct the training of supervisory staff of NGO/identity Associations in human rights, GBV, legal advice and representation in ALCO member countries
•   Ensure the training of NGOS/identity and community associations in the daily management of their activities;
•   Train actors in the implementation of community based prevention activities (STI, VCT, outreach programs);
•   Identify and plan the needs in training and mentoring in favor of NGOS/Associations of key populations in terms of human rights and gender in the context of HIV;
•   Participate in the development of educational materials for training and outreach programs;
•   Organize and conduct the training of supervisory staff of NGOS/Associations of key populations in terms of human rights and gender in the context of HIV;
•   Collect, compile and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual activities reports from NGOS/Associations of key populations;
•   Ensure the design and updating of monitoring and evaluation plan for ALCO indicators;

In terms of supervision of activities

•   Ensure proper and efficient implementation of activities by the actors according to the action plan validated by ALCO;
•   Ensure implementation of watch committees’ activities
•   Conduct quarterly missions for the supervision of activities carried out by NGOS/Associations;
•   Ensure any other duty requested by the Management;

In terms of partnership and networking

•   Support NGOS/Associations of key populations (SW, MSM, and IDUS) with the establishment of networks/platform for discussion and knowledge exchange on human rights concept;
•   Support the establishment of peer educator/community advisor in favor of reference and counter-reference activities;
•   Establish contacts in view of strengthening ALCO partnership with Donors;
•   Promote all actions and interventions conducted by ALCO in member countries;
•   Serve as the interface between ALCO and community actors in all member countries;
•   Represent the Organization at beneficiaries ‘end with the approval of the direct Head of the supervising manager;
•   Ensure any other duty requested by the Management;

Qualification Required & Experience

Required profile and competence

•   The incumbent candidate must hold a Master degree in Law, Social Sciences, Public Health or any other related field of education;
•   Demonstrate relevant experience in terms of human rights and HIV among key populations (MSM, SW)
•   Must have proven experience in the field of key populations especially MSM and SW
•   Have good skills in terms of advocacy and negotiation in the countries
•   Have relevant experience in human rights capacity building
•   Must have proven experience with NGOS involved in key populations particularly MSM and SW;
•   Must demonstrate experience in organizing and conducting workshops: magazines/review, meetings with key partners;
•   Must have at least eight (8) years of professional experience with proven experience in project management,with at least 2 years experience in the framework of the implementation of activities in favor of key populations including MSM and SW;
•   Must have very good communication and leadership capacity;
•   Must have good analysis and drafting capacity;
•   Highly self-directed, motivated, must have team spirit;
•   Flexibility and good organization skills;
•   Must be computer proficient: Word, Excel, Power Point ;
•   The following conditions are asset:
•   Be member of MSM network
•   Knowledge of key populations environment;
•   Experience with a development project and knowledge of the project cycle;
•   Knowledge of the LGBTIQ problematic;
•   Must be fluent in both French and English;
•   Must be able to work under pressure and meet set deadlines for the implementation of duties;
•   Be flexible and able to work in a team within a multicultural environment;

Location: Cotonou (BENIN)

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send a Curriculum Vitae, a letter of motivation, a copy of their degrees, three professional references and their expected salary range to:-

recrutement@corridor-sida.org

Closing Date: 20 April, 2016

Only preselected candidates will be contacted.

{Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Organization (ALCO),Cotonou (BENIN),Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,20 Apr-2016};

1- Job identification

Job title: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Supervision: ALCO Executive Secretary
Contract duration: Two (02) years, renewable
Job start date: May, 2016
Work place: Cotonou (BENIN)

2- Background and Justification

The Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Organization (ALCO) is sub regional intergovernmental organization which was established in 2002 with the mission of reducing HIV impact on interregional trade in West Africa. In fact, in view of the increase of migrations on main roads and fostering economic growth, the Heads of States of member countries namely the Ivory Coast, Ghana, Togo, Benin and Nigeria put in place this organization to facilitate road transit and transport as well as the development and implementation of a sub regional HIV/AIDS response.

During its first ten (10) years of service provision, ALCO largely contributed to the improvement of border posts environment and hospital infrastructures from Abidjan to Lagos, STIS and AIDS treatment, as well as the reduction of travelers’ transit time.

Within the framework of the New Funding Mechanism, the Global Fund (GF)grant allocated to ALCO took new directions. This grant focuses on a gradual transition of HIV prevention services to national programs and a reposition of interventions toward strengthening community system as well as the defense of human rights. The grant covers the period from 2016 to2018.

Aware of the challenges in the framework of the implementation of this grant, ALCO undertook actions in order to efficiently manage the resources which will be made available in the framework of this funding. To this effect, ALCO is recruiting a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer who will be based at ALCO’s headquarters in Cotonou/Benin

3- Description of duties

Under the supervision of the Executive Secretary, in collaboration with health authorities, partners as well as ALCO’s team, the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will:

•   Develop, implementand evaluate the Project Monitoring Evaluation Planand measureboth theprogress and performance of the project atprogrammatic level;
•   Develop/review data collection tools, train the users of these tools on their correct use;
•   Ensure complete and timely reporting through the implementationof an efficient data management system fromthe provision of data collection tools to reporting;
•   Ensure the analysis of data fromInformation Unit, health centersand NGOS;
•   Ensure data quality through the establishment of a data Quality Assurance system;
•   Provide Technical Assistance to health centers, NGOSand the team in charge of Monitoring Evaluation of ALCO’s partners in data collection and analysis, data assessment and use between health providers in view of improving the quality of services offered;
•   Develop, implementand analyze together with Monitoring Evaluation team targeted assessments based on needs;
•   Provide technical support to the Ministry of Health and AIDS through NAP and the health informationdepartments as well as health centers in the Monitoring Evaluation of HIV support service, including the development or review of tools such as patient records, registers and data management systems;
•   Provide support to the Ministry of Health and Aids in the assessment of HIV/AIDS programs, the development of new programs and the development or review of national indicators;
•   Establish a network of on-site data managers of ALCOin view of improving the quality of data generated and their analysis;
•   Oversee the monthly collection of support data from ALCO sites;
•   Develop the monthly and quarterly report drafted within deadlines;
•   Build the capacities of data managers from districts and health regions;
•   Ensure and supervise the implementationof on-site Monitoring Evaluation updated tools;
•   Manage the design and installation of Monitoring Evaluation equipment, the procurement of the equipment, training and maintenance in both health districts and training centers;
•   Oversee the development and implementationof data quality control system, data quality assurance for the activities of the programs as well as Data Quality Audit;
•   Provide support to ALCO research projects;
•   Establish and maintain good working relations with main State Workers, partners and NGOS;
•   Supervise the entire ALCO’s Monitoring Evaluation technical staff;

Qualification Required & Experience

4- Required profile and competence

•   The incumbent candidate must hold a graduate degree in in public health(at least Master Degree);
•   Must have been trained in Monitoring and Evaluation;
•   Must have over (05) years experience in health projects/programs monitoring and evaluation;
•   A medical doctor is an asset
•   Must have very good experience in project management;
•   Must have proven experience in HIV activities data management;
•   Ability to develop a database is an asset;
•   Must have good knowledge of data management at health district level;
•   Must have good knowledge of the health system within ALCO’s member countries;
•   Must have good communication skills, work experience with at least one of the health information department of ALCO’s member countries;
•   Must be able to work under pressure and be a team player;
•   Must have good control of both written and spoken French and English;
•   Must have good knowledge of statistical software (Access, Epi Info, SPSS, …) and computer software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint );
•   Must be available to travel frequently (at least 25% of the time);
•   Must be able to work under pressure;
•   Must be able to work in a multicultural environment.

Location: Cotonou (BENIN)

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should send a Curriculum Vitae, a letter of motivation, a copy of their degrees, three professional references and their expected salary range to:-

recrutement@corridor-sida.org

Closing Date: 20 April, 2016

Only preselected candidates will be contacted