{International Water Management Institute (IWMI),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 2 years,18 Mar-2016};

Job Description

•   The International Water Management Institute (IWMI) is looking for a Research Officer  –  Recycling  and Reuse (Agronomy) who will be based at the Institute’s Regional Office for Africa and West Africa  Office in Accra,  Ghana.
•   The position holder is expected to provide scientific, administrative and technical assistance to  relevant project leaders and researchers on the production of  fecal  sludge-based  compost and  pellets,  and conduct  agronomic  field  trials on-farm and station with minimal supervision.
•   The person  will  work  under the  supervision of the Sub-theme Leader – Water Quality and Safe Water reuse at the West Africa Office.

You will be responsible for

•   supervising the production of compost, and guaranteeing quality control through the performance of physicochemical analyses, and by liaising with some laboratories in Ghana;
organizing crop response trials (demonstration trials) with farmers or on-station on the use of compost and compost pellets:
o liaising with all stakeholders involved, and conducting fieldwork to ensure success from implementation;
o loversee field experiments from setup to data collection, statistical analysis and reporting;
•   supervising and training field staff involved in project activities;
•   carrying out selected experimental components of research projects;
•   collecting accurate data at all stages of research;
•   maintaining a digital database;
•   performing statistical data analyses (outlier analysis, analysis of variance [ANOVA], etc.) and interpretation;
•   preparing research reports and contributing to scientific papers;
•   supporting project communication activities (reports/updates on projects for newsletters and project websites);
•   co-organizing project workshops and contributing to liaison activities with project partners; and
•   providing relevant administrative and technical support to project leaders as required.

Qualification Required & Experience

You will possess:

•   a MSc or MPhil in agricultural science, environmental science or any related field;
•   Two to three years of experience in setting up, conducting and analyzing statistically designed agronomic field trials, and
•   writing technical reports (MS Office) and scientific papers; and laboratory experience (soil, crop analysis).

It would be useful if you have:

•   at least two years of experience in liquid waste reuse/recycling in agriculture;
•   a good understanding of production processes for compost;
•   experience in compost and/or inorganic fertilizer trials; and
•   an in-depth knowledge of analyzing plant nutrients and heavy metals in crops, organic compost and soil.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit your application online at:

iwimigh-vacancy@cgiar.org

Closing Date: 18 March, 2016

•   Complete Application Form + attach your résumé + attach your letter which addresses IWMI’s requirements shown above with names and email addresses of 3 professional referees, to be contacted if you are short-listed.

•   This is a nationally recruited staff position and only citizens of Ghana are encouraged to apply.
•   IWMI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes transport and health insurance.
•   The duration of the contract will initially be for a 2-year period, with possible extension.

IWMI is an equal opportunity employer and is keen to further diversify its staff in terms of both gender and nationality.

{Democratic Consolidation And Accountable Governance (DCAG),Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,16 Mar-2016};

As part of our country growth strategy, we are seeking to hire an experienced professional for the position of a Programme Director, Democratic Consolidation And Accountable Governance (DCAG) with duty station in Accra.

Background:

The DCAG programme has an objective of civil society, women and the youth actively demanding democratic governance reforms and their right to equitable economic redistribution; accountable and transparent management of public resources as well as influencing pro-poor policies and programmes for poverty reduction in Ghana. This programme takes a national level approach to policy influencing whilst still maintaining selected local level CSO initiatives in budget tracking of pro-poor and other economic redistributive policies. The successful candidate will be responsible for the DCAG programme in Ghana, which includes programmatic, financial, human resource management responsibility for the thematic programme and future projects within the accountable governance portfolio in Ghana.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Leading strategic programme development – development of systems for planning, implementation and review of operations within Democratic Consolidation and Accountable Governance Programme for sustainable results.
•   Development of partners and partner relations
•   Collaborate/ network and promote DCAG Programme objectives through civil society platforms and networks both in Ghana and globally
•   Lead, manage, motivate and support the development of a team of professionals
•   Budgets and Financial Management – Lead in the preparation and revision of budgets for the Thematic programme and the GSAM project in consultation with Finance team Manage programme and project budgets, expenditure and accounts ensure that there is maximum fulfilment of budgets within approved cost categories
•   Contribute and influence policy in relation to Accountable Governance
•   Fundraising – Develop concept papers and applications for further fundraising initiatives Support in the design, communication and information materials for profiling of IBIS interventions Work closely with the Head Office and Country Office on fundraising issues related to Denmark
•   Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning – Lead in designing and implementation of a monitoring, evaluation and learning system for the Programme with a results-based focus Ensuring that both IBIS and partner activities are linked to the result framework to enable tracking. Ensure effective support and clarity for all programme partners including timely performance reports, coaching and mentoring where necessary. Work constructively with relevant staff at Country level and partners to produce process documents to guide implementation, monitoring and ensure accountability.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   An advanced university degree in Political Science, Human Rights, International Development, Democracy and Accountable Governance or a related field
•   A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible relevant experience with preferably in the field of Accountable Governance, natural resource Governance issues and Economic Justice issues
•   Over Five (5) years of development project experience in a leadership position responsible for developing Accountable Governance interventions and technical aspects related to Accountable Governance
•   Experience in policy development and analysis using rights based approach especially in the area of political rights
•   Demonstrated high level of conceptual and analytical thinking skills and excellent strategic programme development skills in areas of Accountable Governance
•   Experience working with CSO organisations and organisational capacity building
•   Experience and knowledge of working within Ministries, Departments and Agencies related to the focus areas of the programme will be an asset
•   Strong managerial and financial management skills and ability to teamwork and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues
•   Experience in implementing projects funded by EC, DANIDA, SIDA, DFID, USAID, UN and other bilateral and multi-donors will be an advantage
•   Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and build relationships at all levels
•   Excellent skills in written and spoken English and the capacity to communicate often complex and sensitive issues to a wide audience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

We look forward to receiving a letter of motivation and detailed Curriculum Vitae in English. Please state application no. DCAG / GH-0116 on the subject line and forward application by email to:

ghanajobs2016@gmail.com

Closing Date: 16 March, 2016

We consider diversity to be an advantage and as such we encourage all who qualify irrespective of gender and of religious, sexual or ethnic affiliation – to apply for this position.

{British High Commission,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,02 Apr-2016};

•   VACANCY NOTICE NO – 01/16 ACC
•   POSITION: Community Liaison Officer
•   SECTION: Corporate Services
•   GRADE: A2 (L)
•   POSITION TYPE: Part time (20 hours/week) for 3 Year Fixed Term Contract
•   SALARY: GHS1,301.00/monthly (for the 20 hours)

Main purpose of job

•   This is an exciting opportunity for a self-starter to support the British High Commission (BHC) community.
•   The CLO is a critical role for the BHC. He/she helps UK-based officers and their families as they prepare for a posting in Ghana, as they settle in, and throughout their time as they make the most of what Ghana has to offer.

Below are the listed duties:

•   Providing information to UK-based officers and their families – from all departments and the British Council – on issues such as spouse/partner employment in Ghana, child and adult education, career and training opportunities, recreational facilities & social matters;
•   Providing advice (and listening ear!) to officers and their families – including issues that single officers and foreign-born spouses may have;
•   Acting as an initial contact point for new arrivals, welcoming families and helping them integrate as smoothly and quickly as possible into life in Ghana;
•   Being an advocate and voice for UK-based staff and their families in the BHC – in particular on the Post Housing and Security Committees;
•   Acting as liaison point for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s Diplomatic Service Families Association (DSFA), including completion of DSFA returns and maintenance of databases
•   Acting as a hub for  community and social events, communicating these to UK-based and local staff and helping organise events that knit the community together;
•   Maintaining the UK-based staff emergency contact (telephone tree) list, and supporting the BHC during any crises or emergencies;

The nature of the job means some evening and occasional weekend work may be necessary and the job holder will be entitled to Time Off in Lieu.

Learning and development opportunities

There will be on-the-job training initially on the High Commission’s operating systems, support from the network and access to the High Commission’s excellent online training, available to all staff. We offer a good L&D environment and encourage staff to develop their skills and expertise. Job shadowing etc is actively encouraged.the High Commission’s excellent online training, available to all staff. We offer a good L&D environment and encourage staff to develop their skills and expertise. Job shadowing etc is actively encouraged.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Prioritise well, working between teams, assuming responsibility for tasks with minimum supervision
•   Have excellent judgement and emotional intelligence, with clear self-awareness and an understanding of verbal and non-verbal communication;
•   Be approachable, open, pro-active when required, honest, caring, friendly and a good listener;
•   Be comfortable in possession of sensitive or personal information, and the associated need for discretion;
•   Represent spouse/family issues at meetings;
•   Have experience of, or a willingness to learn quickly about, Ghanaian culture;
•   Observe the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s diversity and equality policies
•   Be flexible – hours can otherwise be unpredictable;

Key competencies

•   Managing a quality service;
•   Leading and communicating;
•   Making effective decisions;
•   Collaborating and partnering;

Language requirements: Fluent in Spoken and Written English

Salary: GHS1,301.00/monthly (for the 20 hours)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

•   All applicants must be legally able to work in Ghana with the correct visa/status or work permit.
•   The British High Commission in Accra is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
•   Staff members recruited locally by the British High Commission in Accra are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ghanaian employment law.
•   Spouses/registered partners of UK Based Staff, are able to work within the BHC/BCG but their salary will be abated at the appropriate tax rates.
•   Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted.
•   If you have not heard from us 3 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.  Note: Any questions you may have about this position will only be answered during interview, should you be invited.

Given the nature of this role, employment will be subject to obtaining the appropriate security clearance.  Please note that nationals of UK, EU countries, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand are more likely to meet this requirement. However any other national capable of being cleared to minimum relatively high level can also apply.

To Apply

All applicants should submit a short (1 page maximum) covering letter stating why they are a suitable candidate for the position along with a copy of their CV in English and attached Application form, by email to:

Recruitment.Africa3@fco.gov.uk. Also indicate where you saw the advert on your cover letter.

•   Please submit only the requested documents.
•   Please also ensure that your email including attachments is no larger than 2 megabytes, otherwise it may be rejected by your email system or the systems through which it will pass en route to us.
•   Internal applicants should also submit the above, with a copy of their most recent (last 24 months) appraisals to the same email address.
•   All candidates: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 01/16 ACC Community Liaison Officer, and the position you are applying for.
•   Internal candidates, and spouses of diplomatic officers: Please quote in the subject line, of your email, the Vacancy Notice No: 01/16 ACC Community Liaison Officer and the position you are applying for, and also indicate that you are an internal candidate, or spouse of a diplomatic officer.
•   Only electronic applications will be accepted.

Closing Date: 02 April, 2016

{Global Media Alliance,Takoradi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,22 Mar-2016};

Job Description

•   Plan and schedule programming and event coverage, based on broadcast length, time availability, and other factors, such as community needs, ratings data, and viewer demographics.
•   Monitor and review programming to ensure that schedules are met, guidelines are adhered to, and performances are of adequate quality.
•   Check completed program logs for accuracy and conformance with rules and regulations and resolve program log inaccuracies.
•   Coordinate activities between departments, such as news and programming and establish work schedules.
•   Evaluate new and existing programming to assess suitability and the need for changes, using information such as audience surveys and feedback.
•   Develop budgets for programming and broadcasting activities and monitor expenditures to ensure that they remain within budgetary limits.
•   Select, acquire, and maintain programs, music, films, and other needed materials and obtain approved clearances for their use as necessary.
•   Monitor network transmissions for advisories concerning daily program schedules, program content, special feeds, or program changes.
•   Review information about programs and schedules to ensure accuracy and provide such information to local media outlets.
•   Develop ideas for programs and features that a station could produce.
•   Develop promotions for current programs and specials

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Good knowledge of production and programming trends in the radio and television industry and ability to apply the same to the situation of the company.
•   Capacity to provide leadership in the long term planning and execution of programming needs of the station so as to attract viewers and advertisers.
•   Ability to provide leadership and ensure skill development to the different teams that report to him/her.

Location: Takoradi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should forward their CVs to:-

careers@gmaworld.com

Tel: 0302-912071-3

Closing Date: 25 March, 2016

{Sightsavers International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 2 years,10 Mar-2016};

Sightsavers’ vision is of a world where no one is blind from avoidable causes and where visually impaired people participate equally in society. We are an international organisation working with partners in 34 countries across Africa and Asia to eliminate avoidable blindness and promote equality of opportunity for persons with disabilities.

Job purpose:

The purpose of this role is to support the Global Advocacy Advisor (GAA) in charge of International Initiatives and to establish and maintain systems to ensure effective functioning of the officer.

Principal accountabilities:

Offer Programme related assistance:

•   Undertake Internet and other research assignments and organise information for presentations. advocacy initiatives, reports, publications, research outcomes etc. Conduct basic analysis of working documents to facilitate review work by GAA.
•   Review large reports and provides highlight and or summary.
•   Support work with identified partners and agencies to ensure effective implementation of initiatives.
•   Undertake delegated functions from GAA.

Provide support services for the visually Impaired, Including:

•   ensuring documents are in accessible format for use by the Global Advocacy Advisor;
•   bringing information from electronic sources which are not accessible in a meaningful way for GAA to work with;
•   keeping the GAA updated so she is generally aware of her immediate environment and prompted on changes; and
•   providing sighted guide services when required.

Maintain effective and efficient systems for the smooth running of the office, Including:

•   handling correspondence and manage travels-preparation. support during travel and trip expenses;
•   scheduling and coordinating meetings and conference calls;
•   compiling minutes and reports for meetings. workshop. trips etc.
•   managing other administrative systems and processes; and
•   undertaking additional tasks and responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.

Location of the position: The post holder will be based in Accra and it will be for a 2-year fixed period

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A first degree in social science or the equivalent level of professional qualification from a tertiary institution with at least two years working experience.
•   Experience or interest in working on and with marginalized groups such as persons with disabilities.
•   Demonstrate research and writing skills as well as strong oral communication skills.
•   Strong experience in search ‘and Microsoft applications.
•   Ability to assimilate technical’ documents. perform data analysis and present results in simple and understandable formats.

Demands of the role:

•   Good writing and communication skills. including attention to detail
•   Affable personality and ability to build strong networks
•   An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity for persons with disabilities.

Core behaviors:

•   Communicating and influencing
•   Team working
•   Planning and organizing
•   Change and improvement
•   Decision making

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please email application to:-

recruitment4gaa@gmail.com

Closing Date: 10 March, 2016

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

{SWEB Foundation,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 2 years,11 Mar-2016};

SWEB Foundation, a disability-focused NGO, is looking for a high profile, self-motivated person to fill the position of:

Duties

•   Responsible for the development and implementation of SWEB’s programme- related policies,
•   Support the development and implementation of SWEB’s capacity-building programme with our partners.
•   Responsible for prompt quarterly and annual reporting to SWEB’s management and sponsors.
•   Perform any of the programme-related duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A first degree in a Development-related field of study. with a minimum of two years’ continuous working experience in a reputable NGO .
•   An additional qualification will be an advantage.
•   Applicants should not be more than 45 years.
•   Qualified persons with a disability are encouraged to apply

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you are the right person for this position, please write, with a CV, to:

SWEB Foundation
PMB KW 1
Kwabenya, Accra-Ghana

Or by e-mail to:

info@swebfoundation.org

Closing Date: 11 March, 2016

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

{SWEB Foundation,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 3 years,11 Mar-2016};

SWEB Foundation, a disability-focused NGO, is looking for a high profile, self-motivated person to fill the position of:

Duties

•   Responsible for the development and implementation of SWEB’s programme- related policies,
•   Support the development and implementation of SWEB’s capacity-building programme with our partners.
•   Responsible for prompt quarterly and annual reporting to SWEB’s management and sponsors.
•   Perform any of the programme-related duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Should possess at least a masters’ degree in a Development related field of study with a minimum of three years’ continuous working experience in a reputable NGO
•   Qualified persons with a disability are encouraged to apply
•   Applicants should not be more than 45 years.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you are the right person for this position, please write, with a CV, to:

SWEB Foundation
PMB KW 1
Kwabenya, Accra-Ghana

Or by e-mail to:

info@swebfoundation.org

Closing Date: 11 March, 2016

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

{Borderless Alliance,Accra,Full-Time, GH,BA/BSc Degree, 5 years,11 Mar-2016};

The Borderless Alliance (BA) , officially launched in May 2012 is a private sector initiative, which provides an independent, sub-regional platform for leading producers, traders, transporters and financiers to propose and advocate for systemic and practical improvements to the movement of goods, transport, capital and services across West Africa.

Borderless Alliance activities include trade and investment missions, policy seminars and advocacy programs, the provision of information and support services and promotion of dialogue with West African governments to create an enabling business environment for private enterprises. All these activities are structured along six strategic pillars as specified in the BA Strategic Plan 2013 – 2017:

•   Strengthening the capacity and institutional building of BA secretariat
•   Building a strong and diversified membership base
•   Gathering information, research and publications
•   Providing technical services to members
•   Advocacy and capacity building
•   Ensuring strategic communication

Job Description

Borderless Alliance is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist to lead the information gathering and reporting for all BA activities. He/she will be responsible for evaluating results of all BA activities and will work with all staff to collect and maintain documentation to support all BA indicators.

The Monitoring and Evaluation specialist will be based in the Borderless Alliance Secretariat in Accra but will travel if required to complete specific tasks within the region. He/She will be employed full time for the period of the contract.

Duties and Responsibilities

•   Develop a comprehensive M&E plan  for the organization
•   Support the establishment and regular review of indicators to ensure their relevance to the activities and initiatives of the Alliance;
•   Coordinate the evaluation of adherence to contracts and agreements;
•   Support the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting functions, and special reports as needed;
•   Interface closely with the communications team to ensure timely sharing of information.
•   Perform evaluations of grants, monitor satisfaction of contract deliverables, and report to project manager on a regular basis.
•   Coordinate the regular review of progress towards achieving overall Alliance objectives and targets;
•   Plan and design special studies, surveys and assessments as required.

Working Relationships
The monitoring and evaluation specialist will work in close collaboration with other members of the Borderless Alliance. She/he will report directly to the Executive Secretary of the Alliance.

Timing
This assignment is expected to commence in March 2016.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BA/BSc Degree in statistics, management, economics, or other relevant qualification with minimum 5 years relevant work experience or Master’s degree with minimum 2 years relevant work experience.
•   Excellent analytical skills and experience applying both qualitative and quantitative evaluation tools.
•   Experience in program evaluation and impact measurement.
•   Excellent written/spoken English ( knowledge of French will be an added advantage)
•   Excellent interpersonal skills, especially in multicultural contexts; strong team player, networker and consensus builder.
•   Solid organizational skills; flexible and able to perform well under pressure in a fast paced environment.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are requested to submit an Application Letter together with a CV to:-

jobs@borderlesswa.com

Closing Date: 11 March, 2016

•   Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
•   ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.
•   No phone calls please

{Unicef,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,11 Mar-2016};

Applications are invited from suitably qualified non-Ghanaian applicants for the post of Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (International Professional Category).

VN No.: VN-16-07
Post Level: P2
Duty Station: Accra
Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment
Duration: 364 days

Job purpose

•   Under direct supervision of the Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, L3, the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will provide professional expertise and assistance in information/data collection, statistics and data analysis, monitoring & evaluation (M&E), preparation of reports, communication and partnership.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Support preparation and maintenance of Integrated Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Planning (IMEP) to provide strategic priority and realistic planning of activities for M&E.
•   Monitor Country Office performance systematically and collect, analyze and report data for key indicators of the Annual Management Plan and management reports.
•   Contribute to ensuring that evaluations are designed and carried out with quality processes and products in line with UNICEF’s priorities and strategies, and that evaluation findings, recommendations and reports are used to improve programme performance and are effectively disseminated to the intended audience. Keep major partners abreast and/or contribute to these exercises as required.
•   Contribute to strengthening of the monitoring and evaluation capacities of Country Office staff and national partners, enabling them to increasingly engage in and lead monitoring and evaluation processes; this includes M&E support to the UNICEF field office and regional M&E task forces linked to the District Data Initiative.
•   Ensure achievement of effective communication and partnerships in carrying out integrated planning of research, monitoring and evaluation activities within the Country Office and with the Regional office and with all other stakeholders, including national partners, the UN Country Team and the international community; and the results are shared with all partners to stimulate joint engagement

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   University degree in social sciences, development planning, evaluation, survey implementation, advanced statistical research.

Work Experience

•   Two years of professional work experience in programme development and implementation including monitoring and evaluation activities.
•   Developing country experience is required.
•   Experience in advanced data analysis, statistical methods and analysis tools are an asset.

Language Proficiency

•   Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

Competency Profile

i) Core Values (Required)

•   Commitment
•   Diversity and Inclusion
•   Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)

•   Working With People (2)
•   Communication (1)
•   Drive for Results (1)

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

•   Formulating Strategies and Concepts (1)
•   Analyzing (2)
•   Applying Technical Expertise (2)
•   Planning and Organizing (2)

iv) Specific Technical Knowledge (Required)

•   Professional technical knowledge/expertise in activity monitoring and evaluation, evaluation design, data analysis, and reporting.
•   Expertise in data collection methods and processes.
•   Expertise in evaluation process management, follow-up on recommendations and dissemination of M&E results.
•   Demography, statistics, and data management.
•   Methodology of M&E, theories, standards and models, quantitative/qualitative/mixed methods, validity/reliability testing of data, data analysis and interpretation, and statistical inference methods.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you have experience working in a similar capacity and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter that addresses all requirements (academic and work experience) supported by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/p11.doc) and photocopies of other supporting documents to:

HRghana@unicef.org

OR

The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF, P.O. Box 5051,
Accra-North

Applications can also be hand delivered to:

Location: 4-8 Rangoon Close, Cantonments
(Behind UNDP, near Ghana National Fire Service Headquarters on the Ring Road)

Closing Date: 29 February, 2016

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test. Applications submitted without P11 form will not be considered. Well qualified candidates, particularly females are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!!

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY THE TITLE AND VACANCY NUMBER OF THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING TO ON THE ENVELOPE

{Unicef,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 5 years,11 Mar-2016};

Applications are invited from suitably qualified non-Ghanaian applicants for the post of Research and Evaluation Specialist (Social Protection) (International Professional Category).

VN No.: VN-16-05
Post Level: P3
Duty Station: Accra
Type of Contract: Temporary Appointment
Duration: 364 days

Job purpose

Under the supervision of the Social Protection Specialist, the incumbent is accountable for providing professional expertise and assistance in social protection and cash transfer related evaluation, research and monitoring.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Manage and ensure quality and timeliness of the third round of the LEAP Evaluation as well as the LEAP 1000 baseline and qualitative mid-line.
•   Support and manage the research program on social protection and cash transfer and coordinate the production and dissemination of the research produced
•   Coordinate the support to the GoG on the a) ongoing implementation of the LEAP Monitoring System; b) design and implementation of M&E system for the social protection sector
•   Produce high standard technical research and working papers as well as more accessible material (e.g fact sheets and briefs) on selected topics based on primary data collected under the LEAP fieldwork and other secondary data
•   Act as liaison with national and international research centers to identify opportunities on new emerging research and knowledge priorities on social protection, child poverty and cash transfer

Qualification Required & Experience

Education

•   Advanced University degree in economics, statistics or other social and human sciences. Statistical academic knowledge required.

Work Experience

Professional work experience in quantitative evaluations, research implementation, and monitoring & evaluation activities as follows:

•   Minimum of Five years of relevant professional work/academic experience in research, research management, monitoring systems implementation, social protection. Developing country work experience is required.
•   Experience in data analysis and statistical methods is highly desirable
•   Knowledge of statistical packages (e.g. STATA, SPSS, R) highly desirable
•   Experience in writing academic and working papers on social protection, health nutrition, education is required. Publications in peer reviewed journal or databases are an asset.
•   Knowledge and experience in social protection, social policy evaluation and research are an asset

Language Proficiency

•   Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

Competency Profile

i) Core Values (Required)

•   Commitment
•   Diversity and Inclusion
•   Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)

•   Communication (II)
•   Working with people (II)
•   Drive for results (II)
•   Leading and supervising (I)

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

•   Formulating strategies and concepts (II)
•   Analyzing (III)
•   Applying technical expertise (III)
•   Planning and Organising

iv) Specific Technical Knowledge (Required)

•   Professional technical knowledge/expertise in evaluation design, data analysis, and reporting.
•   Expertise in data collection methods and processes.
•   Expertise in Evaluation process management, follow-up on recommendations and dissemination of M&E results.
•   Demography, statistics, and data management.
•   Methodology of M&E, theories, standards and models, quantitative/qualitative/mixed methods, validity/reliability testing of data, data analysis and interpretation, and statistical inference methods.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you have experience working in a similar capacity and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter that addresses all requirements (academic and work experience) supported by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/p11.doc) and photocopies of other supporting documents to:

HRghana@unicef.org

OR

The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF, P.O. Box 5051, Accra-North

Applications can also be hand delivered to:

Location: 4-8 Rangoon Close, Cantonments
(Behind UNDP, near Ghana National Fire Service Headquarters on the Ring Road)

Closing Date: 29 February, 2016

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test. Applications submitted without P11 form will not be considered. Well qualified candidates, particularly females are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!!