{YES-Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,N/A,15 Apr-2016};

Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Reporting to: Executive Director
Start Date: Flexible
Duration of Contract: One year (renewable)
Salary and Conditions: Negotiable

About Us:

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

Overall Purpose:

•   YES-Ghana is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Manager for its new flagship initiative, the Youth Research Institute. The Manager, Youth Research Institute will also double as team lead for youth policy analysis and research within the organisation, thereby overseeing a range of research activities across YES-Ghana’s projects and programmes. The Manager will also support YES-Ghana’s research and learning agenda by building a sustainable business model for the new Youth Research Institute, bringing new partners on board, and espousing new innovation that projects YES-Ghana’s reputation as a leader in youth research.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Overseeing the development and implementation of a medium-term strategy for the Youth Research Institute in line with international standards, business targets, and organisational policy
•   Leading business development opportunities to secure funding for research and evaluation in key areas of our work? network with potential funders (public and private) and partners
•   Serving as the focal person and resource on research and learning in the organisation, contributing expertise in research, programme evaluation, data collection, analysis, and interpretation? and providing constructive feedback for programme improvement
•   Leading the development, delivery, evaluation, and improvement of research activities, resources and related services, to meet the needs of youth and stakeholders
•   Developing and testing new learning models and sharing of best practices
•   Developing a portfolio of youth research activities in key areas of youth development
•   Training and directing a team of youth research volunteers in the use of participatory action research methods, research ethics and data collection
•   Planning and delivering youth training camps, wider youth research events and outreach activities
•   Sharing knowledge within and beyond the organisation through thematic meetings, evaluation and research reports, policy briefs, and public events
•   Facilitating governance & multi-sector dialogue among youth participants, policymakers and other stakeholders
•   Leading the development of lasting, mutually beneficial relationships with key players in the youth development space locally and internationally
•   Ensuring that the Youth Research Institute meets stakeholders’ needs and expectations
•   Providing on-going technical assistance and training to youth groups, and engaging them in research and learning activities
•   Building and managing a network of researchers and teams as required
•   Managing financial allocations and expenditures according to delegated authority and ensuring timely payments in accordance with YES-Ghana’s financial management policy
•   Managing the day-to-day running of the Youth Research Institute

Qualification Required & Experience

Education and Experience

•   A strong record of mixed methods evaluation and applied research, including knowledge of advanced statistical and qualitative methods
•   A degree and postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
•   Extensive knowledge of youth development issues
•   Knowledge and understanding of the politics of policy change and evidence use
•   Experience working with young people (ages 15-35)
•   Experience negotiating competing priorities among a diverse set of stakeholders
•   Demonstrated ability to deliver capacity development work, policy advisory, public affairs, and based on an analytical approach
•   Strong management abilities: mentoring youth researchers, managing external researchers and support staff
•   Successful dissemination/public affairs/policy engagement experience, including excellent written and oral communications skills

Personal Attributes

•   Ability to manage and work in remote, multidisciplinary teams
•   Ability to strengthen cross team working and coherence
•   Ability to encourage good performance and manage poor performance
•   Ability to work and manage independently
•   Intellectual leadership
•   Peer review/quality control
•   Financial planning and oversight
•   Project management skills
•   Strong analytical skills
•   High integrity and strong attention to detail
•   Proven ability to establish priorities and to plan, organise, coordinate and monitor own work plan and provide advice and supervision to others
•   Resourcefulness, sound judgment and decision-making skills. Demonstrated sound judgment in resolving issues/problems
•   Excellent and effective communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with staff, project participants and partners, as well as others
•   High level of professional, people management and human relations skills
•   Ability to initiate and complete assignments and to work under demanding circumstances with minimal supervision
•   Professional and independent working style, highly motivated and well-organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time
•   Professional demeanour. Able to present a professional image of the organisation at all times.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

jobs@yesghana.org

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Be sure to highlight in the motivation letter how specifically you meet the criteria for this role. Due to capacity constraints, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 15 April, 2016

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

Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Reporting to: Executive Director
Start Date: June 2016
Duration of Contract: One year (renewable)
Salary and Conditions: Negotiable

About Us:

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

Overall Purpose:

•   YES-Ghana is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Manager for its new flagship initiative, the Skills Emporium. The Manager, Skills Emporium will also double as team lead for Training and Capacity Building within the organisation, thereby overseeing a range of training and capacity building activities across YES-Ghana’s projects and programmes. The Manager will also support YES-Ghana’s training and capacity building agenda by building a sustainable business model for the Skills Emporium, bringing new partners on board, and espousing new innovation that projects YES-Ghana’s reputation as a leader in skills training and development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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

Qualification Required & Experience

Education and Experience

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

Personal Attributes

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

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

jobs@yesghana.org

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Be sure to highlight in the motivation letter how specifically you meet the criteria for this role. Due to capacity constraints, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 15 April, 2016

{YES-Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree,N/A ,15 Apr-2016};

Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Reporting to: Executive Director
Start Date: June 2016
Duration of Contract: One year (renewable)
Salary and Conditions: Negotiable

About Us:

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

Overall Purpose:

The Head of Programmes is a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and is responsible for the sound planning and management of the organisation’s work with the aim of achieving the set mission. He or she will lead, coordinate, support, and manage the work of YES-Ghana; represent, promote and raise the profile of the organisation; take lead on the development and implementation of the organisation’s programme of work; strengthen the resource and financial base; and ensure compliance with policies, procedures and guidelines. The Head of Programmes will work in close collaboration with project managers and other members of the programmes team, and will be required to travel whenever necessary to achieve institutional objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic planning and priority setting

•   Take active part in the preparation of YES-Ghana’s strategic direction and programme of work including the vision, strategies and objectives and priority areas of programming
Representation, advocacy and communications
•   Represent YES-Ghana publicly by writing and speaking on issues related to youth empowerment. In particular, provide YES-Ghana positions and views in public events at local, national and international levels
•   Provide leadership and guidance in the formulation of strategies to raise the visibility of YES-Ghana by communicating its core advocacy messages; demonstrating its contributions; and influencing and eliciting collaboration for its mission
•   Develop and maintain relations and collaboration with officials of government and non-government organisations working on youth empowerment issues at all levels to further enhance YES-Ghana’s influence as a leader in the field.
•   Build partnerships and collaboration with internal and external counterparts to achieve and maximise impact of advocacy, communications and networking initiatives.

Networking, partnerships and alliances

•   Provide leadership and guidance in establishment and maintenance of YES-Ghana’s strategic alliances with national and international institutions including the Africa Union, ECOWAS, ECA, other inter-governmental agencies, United Nations agencies, the donor community, international and local non-governmental organisations, CSOs, Academia, the private sector, and the media to elicit their support and influence action
•   Strengthen YES-Ghana’s direct engagement with young people at local and national levels, and as part of international processes

Team building

•   Ensure appropriate office and staffing structure as considered necessary for the implementation of YES-Ghana’s work programme
•   Lead, manage, supervise, develop and evaluate programme staff and support and motivate all staff to enhance capacity and ensure dedication and positive disposition to address the mission of YES-Ghana within their designated responsibilities
•   Support the process of programme staff recruitment, placement, promotion, organisational development and staff development in line with YES-Ghana’s policies, rules and regulations
•   Garner commitment, enthusiasm and accountability from senior management and staff to realise together the objectives of YES-Ghana through solid knowledge and appreciation of the issues and programme activities
•   Ensure gender sensitive and gender balanced work environment.
•   Apply sound management practices and goal setting, taking into full consideration the working systems and procedures of the organisation

Programme management

•   Oversee and provide programme strategy and direction
•   Lead the design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of new projects and organisational strategy
•   Monitor trends and issues that impact YES-Ghana and its mission and goals; communicate their implications and recommendations for action in a timely manner to the Senior Management Team
•   Sustain and build standards and accountability across the work and the activities of the organisation, investing in consistent evaluation of YES-Ghana’s effectiveness and impact through effectiveness of its work
•   Ensure grant compliance programmatically, administratively, financially; ensure high quality and timely reporting to donors

Operational and financial management

•   Oversee and ensure effective management of programme finances, including budgeting processes
•   Guide the review of expenses versus revenue throughout the fiscal year; ensuring expenses are authorised and cash flow monitored in line with set policies, rules and regulations;
•   Ensure that grant management and overall impact of expenditure are undertaken and monitored for cost effectiveness and efficiency
•   Engage actively in the programme operations of YES-Ghana to ensure that the organisation is effectively administered
Resource mobilization
•   Lead and actively guide the development, implementation and on-going refinement of YES-Ghana’s resource mobilisation strategy, ensuring that the organisation secures required resources from public and private sources to carry out its programmes
•   Lead and guide the development of customised approaches to securing resources from specific public and private sources, conceptualising presentation of programme, policy dialogue, research and advocacy work and liaise at high levels with donors, foundations and corporate alliances
•   Maintain awareness of external factors and understand how they can affect fundraising at all levels and develop strategies to be communicated and deployed
•   Lead actively in fundraising solicitation, conceptualising presentation of programme work and liaise with governments, foundations, multilateral, bilateral and private sector donors; meet with and appeal to donors to cultivate support through appropriate presence and communications

Qualification Required & Experience

Education and Experience

•   Advanced university degree in Development Studies, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, or other related Social Science disciplines
•   Experience in programme/project management; building strategic alliances and partnerships and resource mobilisation
•   Demonstrated capacity in leading, managing, motivating and developing a multi-disciplinary and a multi-cultural team

Technical Knowledge

•   Development, social, economic and political issues particularly in regard to young people in Ghana and Africa
•   Rights based and results based programming expertise
•   Programme, project and budget management expertise
•   Demonstrated capacity to build and maintain strategic partnerships and alliances
•   Demonstrated track record in raising funds from bilateral and multilateral organisations, foundations and corporate sector
•   Experience in civil society change movements where activism involves many different players and levels of engagement and/or influence
•   Well-developed business acumen and strategic insight
•   Experience in conducting action research (desired)
•   Computer literacy, including proficiency in most Microsoft Office applications

Personal Attributes

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

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

jobs@yesghana.org

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email. Be sure to highlight in the motivation letter how specifically you meet the criteria for this role. Due to capacity constraints, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 15 April, 2016

{UNDP Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,31 Mar-2016};

Position: National Programme Coordinator (FTA)
Grade: NOC
Duration: 1 Year with possibility of renewal

Organisational Context

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationships: Posted in Accra, Ghana under the overall supervision of the UNOOC Representative for West and Central Africa and under the substantive guidance of the law Enforcement Expert (Head
Organized Crime, Illicit Trafficking and Terrorism Section) and the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, GMCP Headquarters and close coordination with the Programme Officer in the Regional Office for West and Central Africa UNOOC National Programme Coordinator in Ghana will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the overall UNOOC activities in Ghana and more specifically the GMCP activities in Ghana and other Gulf of Guinean countries as they apply.

Functions/Key Results Expected

Within assigned authority, tile Programme Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

•   Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned UNOOC programme/projects, etc., and specifically the GMCP; monitors and analyzes UNODC programme/project development and tmptementatton: reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; lialses with relevant parties; Identifies and tracks follow-up actions;     ,
•   Coordinates activities related to budget and funding (programme/project preparation and submissions, progress reports, financial statements, etc.) and prepares related documents/reports (pledging, work programme, programme budget, etc.).
•   Assists in the preparation offinancial reports and budget revisions in line with UNODC requirements;

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s Degree or equivalent in Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences or related field.
•   A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme management, administration or related field.
•   A minimum of five (5) years progressively responsible experience In national and/or international finance and administration, project management, or related area.
•   Knowledge of any financial and budget assessment system would be an asset.
•   Technical knowledge in the fight against International crime is an asset.
•   Sound knowledge of UN financial rules and regulations and working experience in developing countries is considered an advantage.
•   Language(s): Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is required.

Salary: GHS98,222-146,248

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Follow the link below to view detailed job information and mode of application:

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 31 March, 2016

Please note that manual applications will not be accepted and ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

{UNESCO,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,08 Apr-2016};

UNESCO Accra is inviting applications from qualified Ghanaian Nationals for the following position: Program Assistant

Specific tasks for the post will be as follows:

•   Aids Programme Specialists in the search, location, compilation, review and update of information and data used in the development of documents, work plans and budgets; enters and updates approved work plan/budget data in the electronic system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with approved amounts; runs reports from the automated systems in order to assist in the preparation of regular and ad hoc budgetary/financial updates, reports, statistics and/or projections for use and scrutiny by supervisor and responsible managers.
•   Prepares a variety of administrative documentation using examples or templates; initiates administrative procedures and ensures follow-up; reviews requests for payments against contractual obligations in the financial system, and provides information on payment status and remaining obligations to supervisor(s).
•   Organises meetings, events and workshops by booking venues, equipment and providing other related logistical support; identifying, reviewing for style, format and accuracy, and assembling documents and pertinent information in support of such events and meetings; collating information and data for presentations; initiating procedures for associated services required; provides administrative support during the event; collects minutes and decisions.
•   Initiates travel authorisations in conjunction with meetings, workshops, conferences or sessions; makes travel arrangements; tracks and prepare itinerary and agenda; prepare associated documentation; facilitate the travels of visiting officials by providing information and preparing the necessary documentation.
•   Receives, analyses, sorts, registers and distributes correspondence, documents and process requests for data and reports; determines the importance and priority of documents received and follows-up required; drafts correspondence as well as emails/faxes; reviews, proofreads and edits out-going correspondence according to standard practices and protocol, and to ensure proper grammar, spelling and punctuation; recommends changes/corrections; and provides informal translations of documents.
•   Responds to enquiries and follows-up on routine outstanding matters; provides information to supervisors) and colleagues; makes appointments, receives visitors and takes telephone calls, answering enquiries and/or referring them to the applicable specialist. As directed, liaises with HQ services to obtain additional information/clarification. Records, updates and retrieves information, documentation and data from the Office/ Bureau filing systems.
•   Additional activities that may be required to ensure the success of the work team.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education A minimum of First Degree in related field.
•   Work Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant professional experience as a programme assistant or in a secretarial post

Skills/Competencies:

•   Good interpersonal skills, ability to prioritise, plan and effectively deliver work assignments;
•   Good knowledge and skills in IT solutions for word processing and administrative and financial management, as well as ability to work in multinational environment.
•   Ability to work and deliver under pressure.

Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their letter and CV to The Finance and Administrative Officer using UNESCO CV Form:-

Click Here To Download UNESCO CV Form

Send completed CV to:

accra@unesco.org

Closing Date: 08 April, 2016

UNESCO DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.

{SNV Netherlands Development Organisation,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 5 years,31 Mar-2016};

SNV Netherlands Development is a not-for-profit international development organisation that has built a long-term local presence in 38 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin-America. SNV Ghana implements projects to improve individual lives and contributes to solving global challenges in the areas of agriculture, energy, and water, sanitation & hygiene.

Job Description

•   SNV has received funding support from the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety (BMUB) to implement a multi-country project titled: Operationalising National Safeguard Requirements for Results-based Payments from REDD+.
•   The project is being implemented in three countries including Vietnam, Ghana and Peru.
•   In Ghana, the project works at both national and sub-national levels along four work packages, namely developing and disseminating global knowledge products and country best practices; developing and operationalising comprehensive Country-led Safeguard Approach (CSA), including national Safeguards Information System (SIS); introducing subnational Low-Emissions
•   Development Plans (LEDPs); and incorporating Participatory Forest Monitoring (PFM) into National Forest Monitoring Systems (NFMS)

Main Duties:

•   Assist in management and coordination of project activities; support implementation of project monitoring framework and ensure high quality and timely reporting to donors and other stakeholders;
•   Ensure project visibility in line with SNV and donor standards.

Technical support to project implementation:

•   Provide day-to-day technical assistance to partners in implementing activities and delivering outputs;
•   Provide technical support to developing and introducing participatory land use planning, low emissions development planning, and participatory forest monitoring;
•   Assist in the logistics mobilisation and coordination of activities implemented by consultants;
•   Contribute. to preparation of knowledge products and lessons-learned on project implementation.

Duty Station is Accra with frequent visits to the Western Region

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental/development Studies, Forestry, Social Sciences or related disciplines;
•   Five years of relevant experience in similar position supporting environmental, forestry and/or rural development projects implemented by national/international NGOs;
•   Basic understanding of REDD+ principles and adequate understanding and experience of natural resource management issues in Ghana

Other Requirements

•   Good communication and interpersonal skills (ability to speak Twi is an advantage);
•   Proven reliability with regard to the management of project finances;
•   Strong commitment to assigned tasks; good sense of responsibility and willingness to work in remote rural areas with minimum supervision;
•   Computer proficiency in MS-applications (Word, Excel, Internet, Email)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by sending CV and motivation letter to:

snvghanarecruit@gmail.com

Closing Date: 31 March, 2016

{SNV Netherlands Development Organisation,Debiso – Western Region,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 5 years,31 Mar-2016};

SNV Netherlands Development is a not-for-profit international development organisation that has built a long-term local presence in 38 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin-America. SNV Ghana implements projects to improve individual lives and contributes to solving global challenges in the areas of agriculture, energy, and water, sanitation & hygiene.

Job Description

•   SNV has received funding support from the German Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety (BMUB) to implement a project titled “From Full Sun to Shaded Cocoa Agroforestry Systems”.
•   The project aims at introducing climate-smart cocoa agroforestry among smallholders, strengthening multi-stakeholder land-use planning, and establishing a traceability system to farm level.
•   These interventions will be implemented in collaboration with private sector companies in order to promote deforestation-free cocoa supply chains in the High Forest Zone of Ghana.
•   The project will be implemented in the surrounding landscapes of Bia National Park and Bia North Forest Reserve.

Main Duties:

•   Assist in the management and coordination of field activities; support implementation of project monitoring framework, ensure high quality and timely reporting to donors and other stakeholders; ensure project visibility in line with SNV and donor standards.

Technical support to project implementation

•   Support the establishment of smallholder cocoa agroforestry systems through rehabilitation of overaged cocoa farms, promoting community based land use planning, and sustainable intensification;
•   Assist in conducting relevant baseline and market studies, supply chain mapping and improving enabling environment for sustainable agriculture intensification practices among smallholder cocoa farmers;
•   Assist in the developing and implementing deforestation-free supply chain models in collaboration with private sector organisations including produce buying companies, service/inputs providers;
•   Assist in the establishing and operationalising effective traceability system for cocoa    beans to farm level;     .
•   Support the development and delivery of capacity building programmes aimed at promoting inclusive business among beneficiary smallholder farmers;
•   Support sensitisation of farmers towards the adoption of relevant certification schemes that promote sustainable production systems.

Duty Station is Debiso, Bia West District in the Western Region.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in Environmental and/or Development Studies, Forestry, Social Sciences or related disciplines;
•   Five years of relevant experience in similar positions supporting environmental, forestry and/or integrated rural development projects implemented by national linternational NGOs;
•   Basic understanding of cocoa agronomy and agroforestry systems; and adequate understanding of forest cocoa landscape issues in Ghana.

Other Requirements

•   Good communication and interpersonal skills (ability to speak Twi is an advantage);
•   Proven reliability with regard to the management of project finances;
•   Strong commitment to assigned tasks, good sense of responsibility and willingness to work in remote rural areas with minimum supervision;
•   Computer proficiency in MS-applications (Word, Excel, Internet, Email).

Location: Debiso – Western Region

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by sending CV and motivation letter to:

snvghanarecruit@gmail.com

Closing Date: 31 March, 2016

{Council Of Bureaux ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme,Lome -Togo,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,31 Mar-2016};

Tenure: The tenure of the contract is four (4) years renewable once.
Station of work : Lome – Republic of Togo

Job description:

•   Under the authority of the Chairman and the Executive Committee, the Secretary General coordinates the activities of National Bureaux towards the implementation of Protocol A/P1/s/82 OF 22nd May, 1982 establishing ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme as well as any other duties assigned to him/her by the Council of Bureaux.

Salary and work conditions:

•   Total gross salary equivalent to those offered in the West African organizations of the same rank (basic salary, housing, duty and transport allowances) to which are added various allowances (dependent allowance, education grant, etc.);
•   Annual leave: one (01) month leave after eleven (11) months of effective work and one (1) home travel fees sponsored every two years for foreign staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

•   Master’s degree in insurance or Professional Insurance Certificate or equivalent from a certified University;
•   A minimum of five (OS) years of job experience in Motor Insurance management;
•   To be conversant with one of ECOWAS official languages: ability in two would be an added advantage.

Other required skills

•   To be able to prepare and defend activity reports and other working documents;
•   To be able to work in a multicultural environment;
•   To be able to communicate, analyze and run an Institution;
•   To be able to work under pressure.

Age limitations and citizenship

•   To be between 35 and 55 years old;
•   To be national of one of ECOWAS member Countries.

Location: Lome, Togo

How To Apply For The Job

Application should be sent by post mailing in sealed envelope bearing the indication “Recruitment of Secretary General”  (date as postmark) to:

Chairman of Council of Bureaux of ECOWAS
Ecowas Brown Card Insurance Scheme
Boulevard du 13 janvier – Immeuble de la BIDC
01 BP 2258 Lome -Togo

Application to consist of the following:

•   A written application;
•   A resume:
•   Certified copies of degrees / Certificates;
•   Certified copy of birth certificate;
•   Police Criminal report of not more than three (3) month old;
•   Two recent photographs (passport format) not more than three (03) month old;
•   One (01) medical certificate of not more than three (03) month old;
•   Citizen certificate.

Closing Date: 31 March, 2016

{West Africa Network for Peacebuilding Ghana (WANEP-Ghana),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,21 Mar-2016};

The West Africa Network for Peacebuilding, Ghana (WANEP-Ghana) is a non-profit making peacebuilding Non-Governmental Organization. It is a civil society institution meant to prevent, resolve, and transform violent conflicts through collective and coordinated efforts of non-governmental organizations, local and national state institutions as well as individuals actively engaged in peacebuilding practice in Ghana in order to avoid duplication of efforts and maximize resources for more effective responses to conflict situations. The organization seeks to facilitate the creation of a sustainable culture of non-violence, justice, peace and social reconciliation in Ghanaian communities.

JOB TITLE: Project Field Officer (PFO)
DEPARTMENT: Programs
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Programs Manager
JOB LOCATION:  Wa, Tamale, and Bolgatanga

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Project Field Officer to support in the implementation of our projects in the three regions of northern Ghana.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Mobilize and sensitize communities on key project strategies to ensure community ownership of projects.
•   Undertake regular field visits to project districts.
•   Build relationships and maintain regular contact with project stakeholders and beneficiaries.
•   Develop strong relationship with key project partners.
•   Support in program design and implementation.
•   Support in new project design
•   Report on programmes activities from the District level.
•   Support in the production of activity, quarterly, annual and final reports on all activities to donors, partners and network members.
•   To support in the implementation of appropriate monitoring and evaluation strategies.
•   Prepare program activity budgets.
•   Work closely with the other staff in the day to day management of the secretariat.
•   Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned to him/her by the Programs Manager, or the National Network Coordinator.

Duration of Employment: 5 years subject to annual appraisal and renewal.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A first degree in Peacebuilding, Peace Studies, Conflict Transformation, Development Studies or related field.
•   Minimum of three years working experience in peacebuilding/development.
•   Direct experience in program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
•   Knowledge and experience of varied project compliance requirements is desired.
•   Experience in training and workshop facilitation.
•   Good experience in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and use of Excel to do varied presentation of data and reports.
•   Must be community-oriented person and willing to live and work in remote areas.
•   Must be peace and culturally sensitive both in interaction and communication.
•   Must be able to deliver on time.
•   Must not be less than 30 years.

Required Qualities:

•   Possess critical report writing skills
•   Must be good team player
•   Be able to work independently and in a team
•   Possess good interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
•   Possess initiative and ability to adapt and cope with pressure.
•   Willing to travel and work outside normal hours.
•   Display organizational awareness and commitment.
•   Ambitious and results-oriented.
•   Open to criticism and willing to learn.
•   Ability to ride a motorbike in rough terrain.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit CV and application by email to:

wanepghanarecruitment@gmail.com

Closing Date: 21 March, 2016

{West Africa Network for Peacebuilding Ghana (WANEP-Ghana),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 3 years,21 Mar-2016};

The West Africa Network for Peacebuilding, Ghana (WANEP-Ghana) is a non-profit making peacebuilding Non-Governmental Organization. It is a civil society institution meant to prevent, resolve, and transform violent conflicts through collective and coordinated efforts of non-governmental organizations, local and national state institutions as well as individuals actively engaged in peacebuilding practice in Ghana in order to avoid duplication of efforts and maximize resources for more effective responses to conflict situations. The organization seeks to facilitate the creation of a sustainable culture of non-violence, justice, peace and social reconciliation in Ghanaian communities.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Early Warning Officer to manage our Early Warning Centre and support in the implementation of other projects in the country.

Job Summary

Working under the supervision of the National Network Coordinator (NNC) and in close collaboration with the WANEP Regional Peace Monitoring Centre (PMC) and the respective Zonal Coordinator; the Early Warning Officer is expected to perform the following functions.

Key Responsibilities:

•   The Early Warning Officer will coordinate activities related to GHANAWARN/NEWS (Ghana Warning and Response Network/National Early Warning System) at the national level in collaboration with the NNC or the Programs Manager.
•   Monitor and collate information related to peace and human security threats and input the data into GHANAWARN/NEWS and ECOWAS Early Warning (ECOWARN) System.
•   He/ She will ensure the timely submission and quality control of information/reports submitted by Community Monitoring Team (CMT) members on GHANAWARN/NEWS.
•   He/She will build the bridge between GHANAWARN/NEWS and ECOWARN by ensuring that all relevant alerts or data are inserted into ECOWARN.
•   He/She will provide early Warning information and analysis when requested.
•   He/She will analyse the security situation and initiate the production of early warning reports including GHANAWARN/NEWS bulletin, policy brief and other reports when needed/requested on weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis.
•   The Early Warning Officer will liaise with all the CMTs to ensure the smooth day to day functioning of GHANAWARN/NEWS.
•   He/She will foster collaborative relationships with /between CMTs, civil society and existing State institutions and national early warning structures, conflict prevention, peacebuilding, disaster management and emergency management organisations.
•   He/She will lead in the development of training modules for Early Warning and strategic responses.
•   He/She will coordinate the training and retraining of the National Early warning actors including the Community Monitors
•   Build conflict maps and trends.
•   He/She will support various programs or other initiatives at the secretariat as may be directed by the NNC or the Programs Manager, or the regional office through the NNC.
•   Maintains up to date contact list of Community Monitoring Team (CMT) members i.e. phone numbers, e-mail addresses, twitter, etc.
•   Maintains up to date contact list of all stakeholders in early response at district, regional and national level.

Duration of Employment: 5 years subject to annual appraisal and renewal.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A first degree in Peacebuilding, Peace Studies, Conflict Transformation, Development Studies or related field.
•   Minimum of three years working experience in peacebuilding/development.
•   An additional basic certificate in computerized data analysis, statistics or mathematics, or graphic presentation is an advantage.
•   Good experience in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
•   Be competent in statistical data analysis, and analytical in data discussion and report writing.
•   Must be conversant in the use of internet-based or online software.
•   Be able to use social media such as Facebook, Twitter, etc handles professionally.
•   Direct experience in program planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
•   Experience in training and workshop facilitation.
•   Must be good team player, open to criticism and be results oriented.
•   Must be peace, culturally and gender sensitive both in interaction and communication.
•   Demonstrable ability to build partnership and program networks.
•   Willing to travel and work outside normal hours.
•   Must not be less than 35 years of age.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit CV and application by email to:

wanepghanarecruitment@gmail.com

Closing Date: 21 March, 2016

Note: Women are especially encouraged to apply and, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.