{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.

{USAID Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 5 years,18 Mar-2016};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking an eligible, highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of Project Management Assistant in the Regional Economic Growth Office-USAID/WA.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

The Program Management Assistant position is located in the recently approved USAID/West Africa Regional Economic Growth Office (REGO), a reorganization which consolidated the Regional Agriculture Office, the Regional Trade and Investment Office (RTIO), and the Regional Office of Environment and Climate Change Response (ROECCR). The REGO is now the largest office by a factor of three (budget and activities), compared to other technical offices within the West Africa Mission. The incumbent reports to the REGO Director or his/her designee and performs information gathering and administrative functions of a broad scope and complexity. The office is introducing new business models that require a proportionately high degree of alignment with regional priorities articulated by ECOWAS than has been the office’s practice; and the incumbent is expected to perform tasks related to the administrative support for the Office Director, Agriculture and Trade teams, consolidation, documentation, and tracking of activity, programmatic and financial information.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES % OF TIME

A. Administrative Support (80%)

•   The Project Management Assistant helps in maintaining databases designed to assist office management in tracking and assessing overall program results. The incumbent assists Cognizant Technical Officers (CTOs) and the Program Management Specialists in the tracking and documenting of program results. Incumbent assists in closeouts by obtaining inventories of equipment purchased with USAID funds and final vouchers, reports and any other documentation required.
•   The incumbent is responsible for the drafting of action memos and procurement related documents as requested. S/he also prepares a variety of documents for internal circulation and dissemination to suit numerous key stakeholders within the Mission and more broadly, within the U.S. government.
•   The person performs miscellaneous administrative support services to assist and represent REGO team members at technical meetings (such as arranging meetings, visitor clearance, and taking notes), tracking and assisting in completing close out of activities, and providing administrative coverage.

Key Administrative duties:

As a key member of the Operational Support Unit (OPSU) the Project Management Assistant will be responsible for handling telephone calls, receiving visitors, arranging meetings, preparing presentations, ensuring that all timesheets are prepared, assisting Contract Officer’s Representative/Assistance Officer’s Representative (CORs/AORs) with accruals and GLAAS/Ops Master actions as needed, arranging transport, travel and other logistics, preparing staff travel vouchers, arranging for office supplies, preparing documents, making copies, arranging files (paper and electronic) contributing to newsletters, assisting with travel planning and reimbursement (to include electronic Country Clearances and travel vouchers), undertaking special projects or other duties as required. He/she may also be called to lead, conduct or participate in management studies and reviews. This necessarily means that all staff will from time to time perform other duties decided by the office chief. These may entail performing work in an “acting” capacity for a colleague who is traveling or on leave, assisting a colleague with an especially urgent task, or personally taking responsibility for a special project.

The Project Management Assistant will also be expected to:

•   Improve efficiencies and economies in administrative operations.
•   Develop and maintain administrative support procedures for effective management of the office
•   Maintain database of key contacts and partners.
•   Serve as the lead person within REGO to consolidate and ensure staff regularly update the list of events, working with the Program Office, and to coordinate necessary paperwork for the Front office such as speeches, background documents, etc. for events as requested.
•   Serve as lead REGO staff to monitor and ensure the leave and travel (including TDYs of REGO staff or of incoming TDY support) calendar and travel related schedules are up to date, and to monitor staff travel.
•   Maintain updated charts of overall REGO programs with associated details.
•   Serve as the lead person for the REGO-wide filing system, ensure that documents for projects managed are filed appropriately, and be ready to assist during performance audits or reviews.
•   Serve as the lead REGO staff responsible for scheduling, coordinating and setting up REGO meetings, conferences, events, internal retreats and partner meetings, etc. ·
•   Assist REGO team members to finalize reporting cables and other documents as required.
•   Prepare office documents and correspondence as requested.
•   Backstop other members of the OPSU on functions as needed to ensure the smooth functioning of office.
•   Prepare & finalize Time and Attendance documentation for all staff.
•   Perform other duti.es as may be assigned.
•   Undertake on-line or other training to improve knowledge of program support and Management functions.

B. Program Management Support (20%)

•   Liaise closely with the Regional Legal Officer, on obtaining legal clearance on documentation related to the REGO portfolio and clarify issues pertaining to implementation of programs, Congressional Notifications, assistance checklists, Activity Implementation letters, and Authorization memos.
•   Liaise closely with the Mission Communication team and the REGO Monitoring and Evaluation staff to prepare and keep up to date informational factsheets and other related communication tools for outreach to Washington, government counterparts and others, other USAID Missions and offices, etc.
•   Provide activity management support for Washington-managed field support programs, as needed.

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: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a social science, business or public administration is required.
•   EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in administrative support for relief or development-related work, which has included working with teams to develop solutions and using program data to improve program effectiveness, is required.
•   LANGUAGE: Level IV English, fluency in speaking and writing is required. (Language proficiency will be tested)
•   KNOWLEDGE: Must have prior knowledge of administrative support.
•   SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to manage a heavy workload and prioritize tasks and to communicate effectively. Good interpersonal skills, including an ability to work as a member of a team, build consensus, provide leadership, and effectively coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in a multi-cultural setting. Ability to organize work, develops schedules, and meets deadlines. Knowledge of word processing, e-mail, power point and spreadsheet computer applications.

SALARY RANGE: (GH¢34, 257.00 – GH¢51, 384.00 p.a)

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: 18 March, 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.