{ACDI/VOCA,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 10 years,27 Jan-2016};

We are seeking applications for suitable candidates for the following position: Grants and Contract Manager

Responsibilities:

•   Develops and manages the grants portfolio, manages grant funding and usage of funds
•   Establishes detailed systems and procedures for management of grants activities, including the preparation of grant agreement templates and other compliance-related documents
•   Prepare grant budgets, cash forecasts, and monitors grant expenditures, alerting management to irregularities, recommending alternatives/best practice as needed
•   Reviews business plans, develops grant agreements, follows up on outstanding grants and obtains required deliverables
•   Provides compliance review of procurement, financial transactions, contracts and grants
•   Participates in the preparation of responses to audit requests and donor specific reporting requirements for awards and contracts
•   Monitors the grants to ensure they are supporting project goals
•   Provides training and guidance on all matters relating to the project’s sub-grantees
•   Creates training tools and develops modules to help build capacity for sub-awardees

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor degree or equivalent in development, Finance, business or economics or other related field. Master’s preferred
•   Minimum of ten (10) years of proven experience in a senior level finance and/or grants position in an international development organization, Five (5) of which must be experience with grant and contract management
•   Experience in institutional strengthening and of working with rural communities required
•   Demonstrated experience working in collaboration with multiple stakeholders and project implementation teams
•   Proven experience managing multiple grants
•   Proven ability to design and develop successful and achievable project-related grants
•   Thorough knowledge and experience with donor rules and regulations, and with current standards and guidelines with regarding to contracts and grants

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume CV to:-

hr@acdivocaghana.org

Note: When submitting your application, start the subject line with the position title and location:

Closing Date: 27 January, 2016

{SNV Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,13 Feb-2016};

SNV is a Dutch based international Development Organisation that provides Capacity Development Services to local institutions and organizations in more than 30 developing countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America and Eastern Europe.

Present in Ghana since 1992, SNV is committed to the reduction of poverty, and works to achieve this in line with national poverty reduction strategies.

Access to adequate, affordable and sustainable energy products and services is a precondition for development. Typically, less than 10% of the population in a sub Saharan African country is connected to the electricity grid and over 80 % of the same population lacks access to modern, safe, clean and efficient energy sources for heating, cooking and lighting.

This segment of the population uses traditional biomass such as charcoal, wood, straw, agricultural residues and dung, the use and collection of which brings with it various negative consequences, such as increased pressure on the environment, a high workload and indoor air pollution, especially affecting women and children.

Access to modern energy not only helps eradicate extreme poverty and improve the environment and living conditions, it also reduces the disparity between men and women. Social services (hospitals and schools) and businesses can only operate efficiently if they have access to modern energy. It is nowadays fully recognized that access to affordable and sustainable energy products and services is necessary for the fulfilment of most development objectives.

The overall goal of SNV Ghana is to contribute to improve the livelihoods of the rural and peri-urban poor in Ghana by accelerating the dissemination of renewable energy products and services for the poor.

Job Summary

Are you a good organizer and planner, with excellent communication and analytical skills, willingness to perform administrative tasks, interested to work in international development and in sustainable energy?

SNV Netherlands Development Organization is looking for a Management Support Officer to support the Global Managing Director Energy.

Responsibilities

•   Organize the planning, monitoring and reporting cycle; collect countries’ information using digital systems, e-mail and skype..
•   Data analysis and desk research; summarize and distribute relevant documentation. .
•   Prepare and organize global team meetings and workshops, make and distribute minutes and reports of meetings.
•   Prepare, send and file or upload reports and letters; manage logistics and agenda.

SNV offers an attractive package and a one year contract, for 20 hours per week with possibility to expand to a full-time position and contract extension. Duty station will be SNV Ghana office in East Legon, Accra effectively starting from 1st of April 2016.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University education in social sciences, communication, business administration or similar.
•   A minimum of 5 years of work experience in a similar job, preferably within an international development context;
•   Excellent interpersonal and English communication skills, quality orientation, service oriented, IT proficient. •   Knowledge of the Energy sector and of the French language is an advantage;

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by sending CV and motivation letter before 31st January to:

snvghanarecruit@gmail.com

Closing Date: 13 February, 2016

{Plan International Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 2 years,22 Jan-2016};

Plan International Ghana, an international Child-Centered Community Development organisation that seeks to help excluded / marginalized children realize their full potential. In order to strengthen its Monitoring, Evaluation and Research (MER) Unit, Plan International Ghana is looking for dynamic and results-oriented persons to fill the undermentioned position: Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

Job Purpose:

To contribute to ensuring programme quality and accountability at PU level

Dimensions of Role

•   Responsible for the implementation of the PULTP MER framework and community-based monitoring and feedback systems as well as for the compliance of sponsorship projects with the M&E minimum requirements
•   Focal point for data collection and entry at the PU Level

Typical Responsibilities – Key End Results of Position

1. High quality planning and monitoring processes at PU Level Activities

•   Provides secondary data for PULTP process (CRSA, planning of program and MER plan)
•   contributes to the development and organise updates of PU annual plans
•   Develops and ensures regular updates of M&E framework for sponsorship projects in line with the M&E minimum requirements for projects.

2. High quality evaluation and research activities enhance accountability and learning at PU level and beyond

•   Dissemination of PULTP documents including baseline study results at PU level
•   Write up PU level APPR report

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in demography, measurement, planning, monitoring & evaluation, development studies, social sciences or other relevant field
•   At least 3 years of experience in monitoring and evaluation or research

Skills

•   Skills for the design, entry, analysis of excel tables, access as well as for Microsoft word and PowerPoint
•   Experience in community-based and child friendly monitoring and evaluation practices
•   Solid writing skills (report writing etc.)
•   Good listening and group facilitation skills

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the address provided below.

•   Detailed curriculum vitae, stating current and latest posts (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities, together with a cover letter.
•   Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification, as well as national service certificate (if applicable)
•   Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three(3) referees (work-related)
•   Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses

Plan International Ghana
Private Mail Bag,
Osu Main Post Office,
Accra

Or to:

Plan Ghana
Country Office,
No. 10 Yiyiwa Street,
Abelemkpe, Accra

Closing Date: 22 January, 2016

{Plan International Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 8 years,22 Jan-2016};

Plan International Ghana, an international Child-Centered Community Development organisation that seeks to help excluded / margainalised children realise their full potential. In order to strengthen its Monitoring, Evaluation and Research (MER) Unit, Plan International Ghana is looking for dynamic and results-oriented persons to fill the undermentioned position: Monitoring, Evaluation and Research (MER) Specialist

Job Purpose

The MER Specialist heads the MER unit and is accountable for all MER related components in the implementation process of the Programme Accountability and Learning System (PALS). The position is of crucial importance to programme quality and effectiveness

Dimensions Of Role – Summary

•   Responsible for leading key PALS components, Child Rights situational analysis (CRSA) implementation, development of MER framework, Programme Unit Long Term Plan (PULTP) baselines and country strategic Plan (CSP) evaluations.
•   Supports CSP design and planning including reviews of the workforce planning and the resource mobilisation plan.

Typical Responsibilities – Key End Results of Position

A. Plan International Fhana can provide evidence on the results and effectiveness of CSP,

Activities:-

•   Leads the development of the MER framework for CSP and model MER framework for PULTP
•   Leads the implementation of the PULTP baseline study as well as dissemination of PULTP documents including baseline study results at national level
•   Leads the development of the ToR, contributes to the identification of the external lead evaluator, manages evaluation process for the CSP evaluation as well as reviews and disseminates CSP evaluation reports.

B.  High quality and evidence-based programmes and projects through excellence in situational analysis, planning, monitoring, evaluation and reseach practices and knowledge management.

Activities

•   Leads the development of the ToR for the child rights situational analysis (CRSA) according to PALS guidelines
•   Leads the implementation of the CRSA
•   Dissemination of CRSA results and designed CSP
•   Identifies research opportunities
•   Ensure that all research and evaluation initiatives comply with global standards.

C. Plan programme staff and partners have increased MER capacity

Activities:

•   Sets clear objectives and develops strategy for MER unit including budget

Skills

•   Understanding of integrated development issues and critical analysis of child poverty
•   Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development
•   Demonstrated experience as a development professional in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating programs/projects
•   Knowledgeable on participatory M&E tools and systems
•   Knowledgeable on tool design for qualitative and quantitative research
•   Knowledge of strategic planning processes

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s degree in demography, measurement, planning, monitoring & evaluation, development studies, social sciences or other relevant field
•   At least 8 years of progressively responsible experience in design, planning, monitoring, evaluation and research in international development, preferably in education, health, child protection, household economic security, DRM, gender and inclusion.

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents to the address provided below.

•   Detailed curriculum vitae, stating current and latest posts (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities, together with a cover letter.
•   Certified photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification, as well as national service certificate (if applicable)
•   Names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of three(3) referees (work-related)
•   Personal contact telephone numbers and e-mail addresses

Plan International Ghana
Private Mail Bag,
Osu Main Post Office,
Accra

Or to:

Plan Ghana
Country Office,
No. 10 Yiyiwa Street,
Abelemkpe, Accra

Closing Date: 22 January, 2016

{Unicef,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 6 years,18 Jan-2016};

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ghanaian Nationals for the post of Programme Assistant – Advocacy Communication, Monitoring & Analysis (ACMA) (General Service Category).

VN No.: VN-16-01 Post Level: GS 6
IMIS #: Duty Station: Accra
Type of Contract: Fixed-Term

Job purpose

Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief of Section, the Programme Assistant supports the section through providing a range of procedural, administrative, and operational support in developing, implementing, executing and monitoring their country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Support to programme development, planning and execution.

•   Researches, analyzes, verifies, synthesizes and compiles qualitative and quantitative data and information from a variety of sources on subject matters relevant to the work of the section to facilitate preparation of reports, working papers, and presentations.
•   Drafts project documents, work plans, budgets, proposals on implementation arrangements.
•   Carries out transactions in VISION ensuring programme results, activities and programme coding are as per annual work plans (AWPs), and makes amendments and alterations as per section revisions when necessary.
•   Monitors and tracks the efficient distribution of supplies that are required for effective programme delivery.

2. Support to monitoring and reporting of programme results

•   Prepares monitoring and reporting information for supervisor on agreed performance indicators.
•   Monitors budgets and financial expenditures of section, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations.

3. Support in resource mobilization

•   Researches, analyzes, verifies, and synthesizes data and information in support of preparing reports pertaining to donors as well as ad-hoc financial reports relating.
•   Carries out transactions in VISION pertaining to grants for his/her section such as registering grant allotments and tracking expiring programme grants.

4. Support in Knowledge Management and capacity building

•   Researches, analyzes, verifies and synthesizes information on best practices and lessons learnt to support knowledge development and capacity building.
•   Supports capacity development activities related to performance monitoring, programme development, and related internal UNICEF systems/tools by preparing training materials and participating on exercises pertaining to program processes and procedures.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization.

Work Experience

•   A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience is required.

Language Proficiency

•   Fluency in English required. Another UN language is an asset.

Competencies

•   Sound theoretical knowledge and expertise in the areas of interest for the job
•   Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
•   Good writing and reporting skills.
•   Leadership and teamwork abilities.
•   Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
•   Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.

Other 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]

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

•   Analyzing (II)
•   Applying technical expertise (II)
•   Planning and organizing (II)
•   Following Instructions and Procedures (II)

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 supported by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/p11.doc) indicating the title (VN-16-01,Programme Assistant) of the position they are applying to and photocopies of other supporting documents to:-

HRghana@unicef.org

or

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

Closing Date: 18 January 2016

Applications without the UN Personal History Form will not be considered
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written test.

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!

{UNDP,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 2 years,28 Jan-2016};

Post Title: Programme Analyst
Grade: NOA
Duration of Initial Contract: One (1) Year
Duty Station: Accra
Salary: GHS 84,343 – 127,728 (Annual Gross Salary)

Background:    
Ghana, in the past two decades has made significant strides in deepening its democratic governance experience. Besides the holding six successful elections in 1992, 1996, 2000, 2004, 2008 and 2012, the country has systematically rolled out a relatively resilient decentralization process since 1988 and in recent years rolled out a national peace architecture to cement peace building as part of its democratic governance process. These achievements have consolidated inclusive governance and strengthened the effectiveness of key national institutions in the country.

Despite these democratic accolades relative to the other countries in the sub-region, there still remain a need to deepen democracy, decentralization and conflict management at all levels of development. These challenges include; enhancement of representation and participation, conflict of roles between and among the arms of government and governance institutions; inadequate participation of non-state actors in governance processes; low representation of women, youth and other marginalized groups in local governance; existence of critical conflict drivers such as chieftaincy, land and natural resources, ethnic, religious and socio-cultural disputes; lack of harmonization and coordination of the peace mechanism; and a perception of corruption in the public sector.

UNDP’s support to the Government of Ghana is to set to achieve four outputs: a) inclusive, accountable and transparent governance, b) active participation of women and vulnerable groups in decision making processes, c) justice sector institutions functional and responsive, and d) national peace architecture institutionalized and functional. These outputs reflect the six governance thematic areas of transparency and accountability, decentralization, representation and participation, access to justice, gender equality, and conflict prevention. These thematic areas are clustered under three broad programmes namely; Consolidating Peace in Ghana, Consolidating Transparency and Accountability as well as Consolidating Representation and Participation.

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Specialist (Governance), the Programme Analyst (Governance) is responsible for the Consolidating Representation and Participation portfolio. The Programme Analyst (Governance) analyzes political, social and economic trends in Ghana and participates in the formulation, management and evaluation of Programme activities within an assigned portfolio.

The Programme Analyst (Governance) works in close collaboration with the Governance cluster, Programme staff and Operations team In the Country Office (CO,Programme ,staffs in other UN Agencies, UNDP HQs staff and Government officials,technical advisors and experts,multilateral and bi-lateral donors and civil society to successfully implement the UNDP Programme.

Summary Keys Roles:

•   Implementation of Programme strategies;
•   Management of the Consolidating Representation and Participation CO Programme;
•   Strategic partnerships development and resource mobilization;
•   Provision of top quality policy advisory services on political governance,decentralization, voice and participation to national development partners and facilitation of knowledge building and management, Education

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s Degree or equivalent in political or social sciences or related field
•   Up to 2 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory and hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects;
•   Experience in the use of computers and office packages and handling of web based management systems.
•   Fluency in English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Follow the link to view a detailed job description and apply.

http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=62939

Closing Date: 28 January, 2016

For United Nation Common System salaries, allowances and benefits for General Service Category (GS1 – GS7) and National Officer category (NOA – NOD).

Manual application will be not accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{Cure International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree or Diploma, 3 years,29 Jan-2016};

Position Overview:

•   To provide programme management of the Ghana Clubfoot Programme to eliminate clubfoot as an adult disability and to fulfill the mission of CURE International of healing the sick and proclaiming the kingdom of God

Essential Duties:

•   Manage the activities of the national clubfoot programme within the approved annual budget and strategic operational plan
•   Undertake regular planning and programme review with programme staff and management
•   Provide regular reports to CC management, Medical Director, local management and partners within the agreed and established timeframes and report formats
•   Organise regular training workshops for health workers and counselors
•   Maintain accurate patient data (patient numbers, treatment, contact information, etc)
•   Actively monitor patient records and clinic information as provided by clinic coordinators and address any issues or concerns
•   Comply with all in-country laws, government and organisational policies and CC policies and procedures
•   Actively develop and maintain partnerships with relevant management, local organisation’s and entities to ensure local ownership of and commitment to the clubfoot programme
•   Actively work with the counseling coordinator /lead to ensure collaboration and alignment of activities This will include but not be limited to regular meetings
•   Ensure the Medical Director is consistently engaged with key partners and programme activities
•   Liaise at least monthly with the coordinators of each clinic to determine clinic progress and assist in solving any challenges
•   Ensure the programme always has a quality, reliable, cost-effective supplier of braces, soft roll and plaster (preferably with local providers within the country)
•   Maintain a list of suppliers to ensure options in times of difficulty from one supplier
•   Maintain a supplies inventory to monitor and ensure the appropriate use of supplies by clinics according to patient numbers
•   Ensure all country clinic sites have appropriate supply of braces, soft roll and plaster to meet their needs and clinic and country agreements
•   Develop annual budget in collaboration with CC Regional Manager and programme management team
•   Develop quarterly budget and spending requests with Regional Manager and Regional Finance and
•   Compliance officer in line with annual approved budget and programme needs
•   Manage and track all programme revenue and expenses ensuring expenses do not exceed approved budget
•   Manage reimbursements of fees to clinic sites, and counselors for work completed on receipt of reports
•   Submit quarterly expense reports and budget requests to regional management in a timely manner working with accounts and other program staff as required for completion
•   Actively work with management to apply for funding grants to support programme and supplement funding from CC

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree or Diploma in Project / Program Management,International Development, Physiotherapy or Public Health;
•   English and fluency in at least one language relevant to the region
•   A minimum of three years’ experience in the field of project or programme management and/or experience in the health sector
•   Prior supervisory and management background
•   Previous experience in the medical field and/or with an NGO providing healthcare services preferred

Essential Skills/Qualities:

•   Demonstrated commitment to and willingness to work in accordance with the mission and statement of faith of CURE International
•   Demonstrated ability to manage projects and programmes, with a minimum 3 years project /programme management experience
•   Demonstrated ability to motivate people and work effectively in teams and partnerships with a diverse group of stakeholders
•   Good interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills (both written and verbal)
•   Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor staff
•   Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently and solve problems
•   Demonstrated proficiency in computer-based skills, including MS Excel, Word, Power Point and email

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are to submit application letters and CVs to:-

sjogh@hotmail.com 

Or

The Administrator,
St. John of God Hospital,
P O Box 24,
Nkwanta

Closing Date: 29 January, 2016

{Project Peanut Butter (PPB),Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 3 years,25 Jan-2016};

Organization Description:

Project Peanut Butter (PPB) is a nongovernmental organization (NGO) dedicated to producing Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) for the treatment of childhood malnutrition in Ghana. RUTF is a life-saving product that is used to fulfill the programmatic needs of humanitarian agencies such as UNICEF, Doctors Without Borders, and the Ministry of Health/Ghana Health Service.  PPB’s factory is internationally accredited and follows strict international standards to ensure it is producing a high quality, safe product.

Job Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Administrative Manager is to manage all financial, logistical, human resources and organizational duties to ensure the factory office runs efficiently and complies with all NGO and food production regulations.

Key Responsibilities

•   Maintain relationships with government agencies responsible for NGOs and food production
•   Obtain/maintain all NGO and food producer licenses and permits
•   Manage the finances, including bill payment, records, budgets and bank accounts
•   Manage shipping/importation
•   Pay utility bills and address service issues
•   Take weekly stock and prepare stock report
•   Make daily production reconciliation
•   Order local ingredients
•   Receive phone calls and manage inquiries
•   Arrange work from contractors as needed
•   Manage staff payroll: timesheet, taxes, SSNIT, salaries, payments
•   Manage staff data and other HR documents
•   Manage staff welfare
•   Act as in-country liaison for international volunteers
•   Maintain confidentiality of all staff and organizational information
•   Assist the Country Director, Production Manager and/or Quality Manager in various duties
•   Other duties as assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, finance, development studies, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
•   At least three years of experience working in administration for an NGO or business
•   Demonstrated experience with financial management required
•   Demonstrated experience with importation/customs/logistics preferred
•   Experience with human resources
•   Advanced computer skills, including Word Processing, Excel, email
•   Excellent written and verbal English skills
•   Attention to detail required
•   Ability to work under pressure and to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
•   Critical thinking skills and ability to problem solve effectively and efficiently
•   Professionalism
•   Candidates currently living in Kumasi are preferred

Location: Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

To apply for this position, please send your CV/Resume and Cover Letter addressing your finance, business/NGO administration, and logistics experience to

ghana@projectpeanutbutter.org

Closing Date: 25 January, 2016

Interviews may be offered before the deadline.

•   Incomplete applications will not be reviewed
•   Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply
•   Early submission of applications is encouraged
•   Finalists will be contacted by email to arrange for an interview