{Ecowas Commission,Abuja-Nigeria,Full-Time, GH,Degree / Diploma, 4 years,04 Dec-2015};

•   Department: Specialised Institution
•   Directorate: Administration and Finances
•   Grade: P5
•   Annual Salary: USD 52,273 – USD 59,100
•   Supervisor: Languages Services Coordinator
•   Reference: ECW-CCJ/INT-F P/004/2015
•   Duration: Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities

•   Services all meetings as assigned by supervisor and Management;
•   Provide interpretation for the Judges and staff members as required;
•   Provide interpretation from French into English during court sessions, meetings and deliberations;
•   Provides interpretation in relevant language combination, (simultaneous, consecutive, whispering, liaison) of speeches or statements;
•   Routinely assigned to sensitive meetings;
•   May be required to function as language team leader when assigned to a given meeting;
•   Assists, as appropriate, in the screening, training and examining of prospective interpreters;
•   Participates in establishment of terminology database, glossaries, etc.
•   May perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications/Experience/Skills

Competencies

Technical Expertise and Professionalism

•   Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration;
•   Split-second accuracy;
•   Ability to work under continuous stress and deliver clear interpretation on an exceedingly broad range of subjects;
•   Understands how to prepare meetings and work with meeting documents;
•   Understands how to ‘weigh’ interpretation teams;
•   Shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;
•   Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, confidentiality and achieving results;
•   Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
•   shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
•   remains calm in stressful situations and ability to travel at short notice.

Teamwork

•   Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
•   Demonstrates booth manners and upholds team coherence;
•   Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;
•   Is willing to learn from others;
•   Places team agenda before personal agenda.
•   Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position;
•   Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
•   Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession;
•   Actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally;
•   Contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates;
•   Shows willingness to learn from others.
•   Seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Conference Interpretation or A university degree plus a diploma or certificate in conference interpreting from a recognised school;

Work Experience

•   At least four (4) years of professional interpreting experience;
•   Experience with international organizations would be an advantage.
•   Knowledge of law would be an advantage;
•   Ability to interpret from French into Portuguese would be an advantage.

Age

•   Candidates must not be over fifty (50) years of age at the point of recruitment and must be citizens of ECOWAS
Language

•   Fluency in oral and written expression in any one of the ECOWAS working languages : English, French and Portuguese. Knowledge of a second official language would be an advantage.

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants may use the application form to apply indicating the position(s) they are interested in.

Interested candidates should download the application form, fill it and send it together with their CV as an email attachment to the following email address:

applications@ecowas.int

•   Applicants should indicate in the body of their forwarding mail, the title(s) of the position(s) they are applying for.
•   NB: PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH YOUR CERTIFICATES TO THE APPLICATION EMAIL.
•   ANY APPLICATION RECEIVED AFTER THE VACANCY CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
•   Applicants experiencing difficulties sending their application with a hotmail or windows live email account should forward their application via other mail providers such as Gmail, Yahoo, etc. Applicants may also call +2349020946554 for further information.
•   Applicants may also call +2349020946554 for further information. Please call this number from Monday to Friday between 9AM and 5PM (GMT+1).

Closing Date: 04 December, 2015

 

{USAID Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,SSCE / Diploma, 2 years,12 Nov-2015};

The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the position of DOCUMENT CONTROL CLERK in the Regional Office of Financial Management (ROFM) USAID/West Africa. The incumbent is responsible for performing the full range of Voucher Section support functions to the Clients (Missions, Strategic Objective Teams and other regional U.S Embassies). As a USAID employee, the incumbent carries responsibility to understand and incorporate the Agency’s five core values in all aspects of his/her work.

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Date-stamps and logs into the PHOENIX system all incoming invoices, vouchers, claims, etc., received in ROFM for payment, by entering relevant data such as payee’s name, invoice date and number, amount, type of currency, description of goods or services to be paid, U.S. Disbursing Office code, etc. Type vouchers (SF 1034s) when these are lacking.

•   Attaches copy of proper obligation document; gets receiving report if applicable; and assigns Voucher Examiner. Determines whether the payment is subject to Prompt Payment Act requirements and establishes accordingly the applicable payment due date for each payment. Annotate each invoice, voucher or claim with document control number assigned by the Phoenix system. Distribute the invoices, vouchers or claims to the Voucher Examiners for review and processing for payment.

•   Coordinate Agency Secure Image and Tracking system (ASIST) for the ROFM. Manages the scanning process, distributes and collects vouchers and other relevant accounting documents for scanning, and ensures documentation are handled in accordance with agency storage, retention and destruction guidelines. File hard copy vouchers and their attachments in accordance with established classifications. Vouchers must be filed in a wide variety of project and OE files, including activity agreements, contracts, purchase orders, travel authorizations and requests and selected vendors, etc.

•   Prepares hardcopy vouchers for off-site storage as required by Regulations and archives electronic documents following established Guidance and Standards.

•   Distributes copies of paid voucher to vendor, Procurement or Project Officer; send payment notification to employees. Retrieves voucher and accounting documents as requested by authorized staff.

Other Fiscal Duties

•   Daily reviews the list of unprocessed vouchers that are outstanding for administrative approval and follows up with CTOs, Procurement Unit, EXO and RCO to ensure that the vouchers are returned within 5 days in order to comply with Prompt Pay Act requirements. Provides a daily unprocessed voucher report to all voucher examiner personnel and OFM management for review.

•   Prepares forms SF 1098 for check cancellations for processing. Maintain a complete and comprehensive list of all cancelled check requests.

•   Issues OFM bills for collection generated as a result of overweight transportation bills and excess travel advances over allowable travel costs. Bills for collection are to be issued daily as vouchers are certified by the Certifying Officer. Copies are distributed to the employee and Accounts Receivable Accountant.

•   Maintain a complete log of all returned and unused transportation tickets purchased by USAID. Copies the original unused tickets and attaches them to the travel voucher. Annotates the copy of the tickets indicating to the voucher examiner that refunds of unused tickets are due, which may impact cost constructive travel of the traveler. Delivers to the USAID travel agent all unused tickets and follows up with travel agent weekly to ensure credit is received. Duly records in the returned unused ticket log the date, invoice number, and amount of the refund received for the returned tickets.

•   Provides customer response service to all payees, procurement unit and other Mission staff. Answers questions as to status of individual vouchers and when payment is estimated to be processed. Filters questions and researches background information in order to notify OFM management of any real urgent or emergency requests for payments which appear to be genuine and requires senior OFM management attention.

•   Assist in preparation and /or review of vouchers processed by other voucher examiners as requested by OFM management.

•   Perform other miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Incorporates the Five Core Values into his/her Work

•   Customer Focus: Identifies and communicates with USAID customers regularly; surveys their interests, needs and recommendations; follows up on communications and information received from and about the customers. Ensures that customers’ needs and thinking are included in all activities undertaken and that, where possible, customers are involved in key decisions. Surveys customer satisfaction periodically and serves as a knowledgeable advocate for customer service with other USAID employees and partners.
•   Results Orientation: Reviews baseline information against which to plan actions and identify targets and milestones. Defines specific operational and program results needed for his/her area of responsibility. Puts strategic plan in place and uses it as a framework for decisions. Reviews progress against targets and milestones regularly; takes needed action to modify plans when necessary and to maintain actions to accomplish the desired results within the time frame planned when possible. Serves as a knowledgeable advocate for the results orientation with other USAID employees and partners.
•   Empowerment and Accountability: Emphasizes results rather than oversight, and service outreach rather than internal control, in carrying out his/her responsibilities. Is clear about his/her own performance standards. Participates in defining objectives, reviewing performance, and upholding accountability for the accomplishment of the objectives.
•   Teamwork and Participation: Contributes to strategic planning, performance monitoring, and major program decisions of the Teams and Clients to which assigned. Demonstrates ownership of the Client’s plans, performance, and decisions. Proactively participates in the client processes and activities. Includes other client members, customers and partners and assists in their understanding and participation in teamwork and the client’s goals, performance, and decisions. Assumes responsibility for specific results assigned by the client.
•   Valuing Diversity: Understands and respects the various work groups and team members without stereotyping. Understands and respects the role of customers and partners. Realizes the synergy and benefits of differing backgrounds and skills to accomplish our strategic goals. Uses the synergy of core and extended teams to plan and works together to achieve results while accepting accountability for his/her own actions.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Education: Completion of Secondary School and Post-Secondary School training in Business Studies of Accounting (Diploma) is required.
•   Prior Work Experience: Two to four years of experience in accounting or closely related field. Practical knowledge of basic accounting concepts and the flow of accounting transactions is required.
•   Language Proficiency: Level IV English ability (fluent) is required. Skill in writing English is particularly important. Proficiency will be tested.
•   Job Knowledge: Good general knowledge of accounting office operations is mandatory.
•   Skills and Abilities: Must have the ability to analyze numerous accounting records and determine the need for various types of entries and adjustments; to reconcile and balance accounts; and to relate the purpose and objectives of projects to their costs and fiscal requirements. Ability to utilize data processing techniques is also required.

Salary Range: GH¢ 23,667.00 – 35,492.00 p.a. (depending on qualification and experience)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested individuals should 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: 12 November, 2015

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.

USAID/Ghana anticipates awarding one Personal Services Contract (PSC) regarding this announcement. Please note that this does not constitute any guarantee that a PSC will be awarded as result of this announcement.

{UNDP,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 6 years,19 Nov-2015};

Post Title: Project Assistant
Grade: SB3
Duration of Initial Contract: One (1) Year
Duty Station: Accra
Salary: GHS 17,480 – 40,830 (Annual Gross Salary)

Background:

•   As part of efforts to help African countries meet their obligation under the Stockholm and Minamata Conventions, UNDP in partnership with WHO and the NGO Health Care Without Harm is implementing a pilot project called “Reducing Unintended Persistent Organic Pollutants (UPOPs) and Mercury Releases from the Health Sector in Africa”

•   The overall objective of this full size GEF funded project is to implement best environmental practices and introduce non-incineration healthcare waste treatment technologies and mercury-free medical devices in four Sub-Saharan African countries (Ghana, Madagascar,Tanzania and Zambia) to reduce harmful releases from the health sector.

•   The project will promote best practices and techniques for health-care waste management with the aim of minimizing Or eliminating releases of Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) to help countries meet their obligations under the Stockholm Convention POPs. The project will also support these countries in phasing-down the use of mercury containing medical devices and products, while improving practices for Mercury containing wastes with the objective to reduce releases of mercury in support of countries’ future Obligations under the Minameta Convention. Finally, because the project will improve the healthcare waste management chain (e.g. classification, segregation, storage, transport and disposal), it is assumed that it will reduce the spread of infections both at healthcare facility level as well as places where healthcare waste is being handled.

•   The proposed regional project therefore aims to support project countries in phasing-down/out the use of Mercury containing medical devices, improving practices for Mercury containing wastes (including dental amalgam), and adopting measures in order to reduce releases of Mercury and meet future obligations under the Minameta Convention.

•   The project-management team will be based at the Ministry of Health, Occupational & Environmental Health Unit (OEHU) The Project assistant will be supervised directly by the National Project Coordinator and will report to him.

Summary of key function:     

Provision of project support services:
Provision of support to financial monitoring and reporting;

•   Under the direct supervision of head of the National Project Coordinator, the incumbent will be responsible for but not limited to, the following duties;
•   Prepare all payment requests, financial record-keeping and preparation of financial reports required in line with National implementation financial rules and procedures,
•   Support preparation of background information for project implementation, work plans and budget;
•   Keep records and files of financial and technical documentation and reports;
•   Support the purchase of goods and services and following up on issuance of contract and payments as well maintaining and developing an updated asset register;
•   Liaise on the conduct of project audit and ensure access by auditors to project documentation, personnel, and institutions involved in the project;
•   Assist in the organization of events (meetings, seminars, workshops, trainings, missions, etc) and ensure appropriate logistical arrangements;
•   Prepare internal and external travel arrangements for project personnel;
•   Take record of project meetings and draft correspondence as required;
•   Perform other duties per the requirements of the project.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University degree in Social Sciences, Business or Public Administration or related.
•   6 years of proven professional experience in financial resources management, budget management or administrative support functions;
•   Demonstrated track record of project administrative and financial management;
•   Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Power point, Excel, Outlook, etc) .
•   Fluency in English

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please note: Follow the link below to view detailed job description and apply;

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 09 November, 2015

Manual application will not be accepted and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{UNESCO,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, N/A,19 Nov-2015};

UNESCO is looking to recruit the following a National Professional Officer (NO-8 level) in Natural Science position located at its National Office in Accra, Ghana:     .

•   Under the authority and overall supervision of the Assistant Director General for Natural Sciences and under the direct supervision of the Head of the UNESCO Accra Office, the National Professional Officer for the Natural Science Sector the incumbent will contribute to the implementation and development of programmes, projects and initiatives under Major

•   Programme II (Natural Sciences), in close collaboration with the Science Divisions at the Headquarters (Ecological and Earth Sciences, Water Sciences, Science Policy and capacity Building) and colleagues at the national and regional offices in Africa and by carrying out analysis and research of current needs/ practices/ frameworks and trends, synthesising findings, providing technical content and inputs, making recommendations for projects and activities and providing technical backstopping. The incumbent will participate and make substantive contributions in meetings organised by UNESCO and contribute substantially under the “Delivering as One” approach ,of the UN In Ghana and to the country’s UNDAF processes.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Eligible candidates must possess Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent) preferably in the field of ecological or earth sciences, environmental or water resources or
•   In other natural sciences and engineering fields with a relevant combination of professional and academic qualifications.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their application letter and CV to The Finance and Administrative Officer (accra@unesco.org) using UNESCO CV standard (http://en.unesco.org/careers/media/3705).

•   Copy of the detailed vacancy announcement is on the link below: http://myintranet.hq.int.unesco.org/sites/geo-mobility/en/Pages/Default.aspx
•   The deadline is 19th November 2015 at midnight (Accra time). Applications that do not meet the requirements as described above will not be considered. Only candidates with Ghanaian nationality may apply for this post.
•   More information on UNESCO, its mandate and activities can be found on UNESCO website: http://en.unesco.org/. Should you have any questions on the vacancy announcement, please contact us by email at: UNESCO Accra Office (accra@unesco.org)

Closing Date: 19 November, 2015

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

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree / Diploma, N/A,15 Oct-2015};

Chemonics International Inc. is implementing a 5-year USAID/Ghana Feed the Future Agriculture Policy Support (Ghana FtF-APS) Project. The Ghana FtF-APS project aims to increase the capacity of the government of Ghana, the private sector, and civil society organisations in evidence-based policy formation, implementation, research and advocacy and in rigorous monitoring and evaluation of agricultural programmes under the Medium Term Agriculture Sector Investment Plan. FtF-APS works closely with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), the private sector and other non-state actors (NSAs) through research, trainings, workshops, development and dissemination of policy advocacy material.

Job Summary

The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for Data Analysis will work under the supervision of the project Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist. She /He will be primarily responsible for monitoring data sources, collating, and analysing data to generate timely information to improve monitoring and evaluation data quality and accuracy.

Specific responsibilities will include:

•   Following up on the project Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP), in collaboration with the project technical team, to support the development of more in-depth reports.
•   Assist the M&E Specialist to regularly follow-up on data collection tools for all project activities (including grantees, subcontractors and other stakeholders).
•   Perform data cleaning, verification, to improve data quality and accuracy.
•   Perform data analysis for reporting needs, including creating effective visualizations (charts and graphs) for reports.
•   Continuously monitor data sources, collate, and analyse data to generate timely information for updating project PMP indicators.
•   Any other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Bachelor’s degree Statistics, Actuarial Science, the Social Sciences, or an advanced diploma in data analysis
•   Strong training in quantitative data collection and analysis methods required;
•   Experience in Computer Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) systems preferred.
•   Up to two years of relevant experience working as a data analyst or managing program data;
•   Demonstrable proficiency in conducting data analysis using Advanced Excel, and Access and SPSS and/or STATA or Advanced Excel is required.
•   Knowledge and experience writing SQL queries will be preferred.
•   Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, a desire to learn, and an inquisitive mind.
•   Strong team-work capacity required, and ability to multi-task, take initiative, and to work efficiently to deadlines.
•   Willingness and eagerness to learn about, food security and women in agriculture issues.
•   Experience working with M&E data preferred.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Send Curriculum Vitae with 3 references, and portfolio of 5 previous assignments to:

jobs@agripolicyghana.org Subject reference: Monitoring & Evaluation Data Analyst

Closing Date: 15 October, 2015

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

{African Development Bank,Ghana,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,28 Sep-2015};

Objectives

With its Ten Years Strategy (TYS) for 2013-2022, the Bank has positioned itself as a partner of choice to support Africa in its development. The Bank has taken the leadership in infrastructure (NEPAD Infrastructure Program, Infrastructure Consortium for Africa) and is carrying out a number of initiatives in the Water Sector through its Water and Sanitation Department namely, the Rural Water and Sanitation Initiative (RWSSI) and the Multi-donor Water Partnership program (MDWPP). Since 2005, the African Development Bank is the trustee for the African Water Facility Special Fund (AWF). The AWF aims at supporting the implementation of the Africa Water Vision and the Framework for Action for 2025 adopted at the 2000 World Water Forum in The Hague. The objective of the African Water Facility is to i) Help reduce poverty and promote sustainable development by expanding Africa’s access to financial resources for the water and sanitation sector ; ii) Attract massive, appropriate and strategic investments and also for the development and management of sustainable water resources ; and iii) Strengthen enabling environment for water management to generate more investments.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Division Manager, the incumbent will:

•   Ensure the mainstreaming of gender issues at all stages of the project cycle, from planning through evaluation;
•   Collaborate with other staff in the Department to ensure the incorporation of gender issues in its work;
•   Participate in Working Groups and Peer Review to ensure that projects documents prepared by the Department adequately address gender issues;
•   Participate in operational missions and the drafting of project documents in order to promote the implementation of the Bank’s gender policy, ensure that women are consulted and enhance the level of gender analysis of program/project;
•   Support the inclusion of gender in all program/project activities especially gender balance in project staff teams, training, and beneficiaries;
•   Assess the potential gender impact of proposed projects; conduct or draft Terms of Reference for gender assessments and analysis and propose mitigating measures as required;
•   Work with Task Managers to develop innovative approaches to women in development (WID) stand-alone projects and projects with gender components;
•   Assist in developing indicators to monitor the gender impact of Bank supported projects;
•   Review on-going projects with regard to gender impact and propose remedial measures as appropriate;
•   Collect and make available to Regional Departments (RD) staff gender-disaggregated data and other gender-related information on each of these countries (for example in the form of country-level “Gender Profiles”);
•   Liaise with key gender-related NGOs, multilateral organizations and national institutions in countries served by the RD for purposes of information-sharing, networking and operational collaboration;
•   Initiate specific studies related to gender and development for the purpose of project formulation, supervision and post evaluation;
•   Ensure that Project Completion Reports specifically identify gender gaps and reflect gender related project success and learning experience;
•   Prepare and submit yearly reports on progress made in mainstreaming gender issues into the Bank’s operations;
•   Coordinate with Special Envoy on Gender Office and Gender and Social Monitoring Division on issues related to gender policy, capacity building and interagency collaboration;
•   Contribute to research and studies relevant to gender policy development and implementation and/or contribute to gender sensitization and skill building activities.
•   Follow-up on the implementation of the Bank’s Gender Strategy at the level of the water and sanitation projects

Qualification Required & Experience

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

•   A minimum of Master’s degree in Gender studies, economics, rural development, social development, social studies or related areas;
•   A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Gender analysis, research and advocacy skills, conducting gender impact assessments and/or designing/implementing gender and development projects;
•   Demonstrable understanding of regional social issues, analysis and policy formulation; knowledge of the practices of major bilateral and multilateral partner development agencies in African countries is a must.
•   Ability to work independently and be creative and innovative;
•   Integrity and ability to work in teams;
•   Good listener with demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas as well as make effective and timely decisions;
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and/or French, and preferably with a working knowledge of the other language.

Location: Ghana

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 28 September, 2015

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

{American Embassy,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, 2 years,23 Oct-2015};

The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana is seeking an individual for the position of TRAINING MANAGER in the Office of Security Cooperation (OSC) of the Embassy.

POSITION NO: A11001

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

•   The incumbent represents the Office of Security Cooperation (OSC) in discharging U. S. interests in connection with the International Military Education and Training (IMET) and other training programs with Ghana. S/he is responsible for planning and evaluating training provided to Ghana Armed Forces personnel in accordance with U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) objectives. Incumbent assists the OSC Chief in the management of Foreign Military Sales/Foreign Military Financing cases as they pertain to training to ensure the office maintains compliance with Foreign Assistance Act (FAA) of 1961, as amended, and effective use of all available training funding; provides support to OSC for all Ghanaian official travel activities and performs all other administrative support functions as assigned.

•   Incumbent consults with the highest authorities of the Ghanaian military and answers inquiries and explains policy, training programs, and procedures regarding participant training; manages a
large sub-Saharan Africa IMET program with an annual budget of $650,000, identifies actual and potential problem areas within IMET and, in coordination with OSC Chief, initiates corrective actions. S/he consults with Ghanaian military officials to determine training requirements and recommends appropriate courses, works with Country Program Managers (CPMs) of the U.S. Military Departments (MILDEPs) to implement the Ghanaian training requirements. Incumbent develops and coordinates comprehensive two-year training plans to accomplish USAFRICOM’s mission and the Ghanaian military objectives. S/he develops complete understanding of IMET and other training programs Counter Terrorism Fellowship Program(CTFP), Aviation Leadership Program (ALP), Regional Centers etc. program policies, including Department of State guidance for planning , developing and executing the program; publishes Invitational Travel Orders (ITOs), student biographies and conducts pre-departure and post-return briefings for participants attending training as well as travel vouchers following completion of training.

•   Advises Ghanaian military authorities on specific categories and locations of available training in the United States and recommends specific types of training required to accomplish training objectives; establishes and proactively maintains liaison with counterparts and members of Department of Defense (DOD), U.S. Military Services and other U. S. agencies as well as appropriate Ghanaian officials whose work is related to Security Assistance training in Ghana. Provides administrative support for all official travel support by Office of Security Cooperation by coordinating with other embassy sections, transportation procurement, orders processing, correspondence with Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), departure or return briefs and visa assistance. S/he maintains a detailed tracking system for all sponsored travel and drafts biweekly training memorandum for Ghana Armed Forces; becomes familiar with the status of all open or pending Foreign Military Financing/Foreign Military Sales (FMF/FMS) training cases and assists in maintaining training case files which are up to date. Assists the Budget Analyst with daily duties and serves as back-up when the Budget Analyst is absent and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

•   Completion of college degree, specifically in Training Management, Human Resources, Management, Public Administration, or Business Administration is required.
•   Three to Four (3-4) years of progressively responsible experience in training programs administration is required. At least two (2) years work experience in an Embassy and/or ten (10) years experience prior member of Ghana Armed Forces or U.S. military is required.
•   Level IV (fluent) in written, spoken and reading English. High degree of proficiency in both the written and spoken language, including the ability to translate. On occasion, the Job Holder may need to act as an interpreter. Language proficiency will be tested.
•   Business administration skills required.
•   Must have the ability to manage complex training requirements and schedules; manage training and office budgets; obtain, analyze, and evaluate relatively extensive data and prepare precise and accurate analytical reports; develop and maintain a wide range of working-level and senior-level contacts in DoD, Ghanaian military authorities and Government of Ghana circles; and render advice clearly and objectively. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, plus special programs/websites) are required. Typing speed (40wpm) and computer skills will be tested.

Salary: GH¢42,848 p.a. (Starting salary)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174): or
2. A combination of both: i.e. Section 1-24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information): plus
4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form
DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veteran preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
6. A telephone number, post office box and/or e-mail address where we can contact you to schedule an interview.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

NOTE:

1. All applications must have the Position Number and Position Title identified.
2. All “Hard Copy”/printed applications must be submitted to the Mail Room at the
Chancery. Hard Copy Applications submitted through any other office will not be accepted. You may apply on-line using the email address.:-

AccraHRO@state.gov

This is the preferred means of applying for a position with the American Embassy.

3. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE FOR AN OPEN/ADVERTIZED POSITION. APPLICATIONS PREVIOUSLY CONSIDERED FOR A JOB WILL NOT BE HELD/CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE JOBS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, YOU MUST RE-APPLY.    

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

POINT OF CONTACT:

Telephone: 0302-741000
Fax: 0302-741389
E-mail: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 23 October, 2015

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 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.

{ACDI/VOCA,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, N/A,16 Oct-2015};

We are currently seeking a Management Information Systems (MIS) Specialist based in Accra for this project.

Job Summary

•   The successful candidate will maintain the corporate MIS for the capture, management and analysis of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data for the project, as well as steer the design and implementation of hardware solutions for improved data capture.

•   As the successful candidate you will manage the MIS of the program. You will assume full control of the MIS and M&E systems, ensure compliance with data quality standards, maintain a fully auditable data trail for all M&E  indicator figures that are reported, lead the design and integration of additional tools and applications, manage project MIS architecture, navigation and permission levels of project staff, modify the MIS as necessary to accomodate changing needs and ensure full compliance with data requirements as stated by the performance monitoring plan (PMP). You will also coordinate the design, integration and rollout of hardware solutions for data capture, manage data analysis and business intelligence for the project, as well as maintain responsbility for MIS technical support and troubleshooting for the project.

•   You have a thorough knowledge of project M&E methodology, including quantitative and qualitative research methods, tools and techniques. You have advanced database and M&E skills, demonstrated abilities in data collection, analysis and reporting using computer-based packages and databases, previous experience in hardware-software integration and in training and supporting technology users. You are experienced in SQL database programming, writing scopes, defining parameters and selecting technical firms to program customized data capture solutions.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   You have a bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, social sciences, or related field combined with a minimum of seven years of experience in database management and analysis.
•   A master’s degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates, please submit a resume/CV to:-

hr@acdivocaghana.org

Please include the title of the job for which you are applying in the subject line.

Closing Date: 16 October, 2015

•   No phone calls please.
•   Only those eligible for an interview will be contacted
•   Women and minorities encouraged to apply

{ACDI/VOCA,Sunyani,Full-Time, GH,Bachelors Degree, 1 year,16 Oct-2015};

We are currently seeking a Monitoring & Evaluation(M&E) Coordinator based in Sunyani for this project.

Job Summary

•   The successful candidate will play a key role in the capture and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data used to measure our progress, for organizational learning and decision-making, and to support programmatic information flow between staff at all levels

•   As the successful candidate, you will contribute to the preparation of the PMP and annual implementation plan. Following that, you will collect and enter data into the project database, ensuring quality data is collected, and conduct preliminary analysis of that data. You will prepare progress and data reports, document human interest (success) stories to illustrate project successes and challenges and provide technical assistance and training to staff members and partner organization staff in the utilization and management of monitoring and impact assessment tools.

•   You have a proven ability to design and implement M&E systems for value chains, an in-depth knowledge of quantitative data collection, database management, and statistical analysis, and of qualitative data collection and analysis, including focus groups, key informant interviews, Most significant change, case studies, etc. Your strong communication skills are second only to your strong analytical and advanced computer skills in a Windows-based environment. You have a high level of knowledge and skill in SQL and SPSS. You are able to travel up to 30% of the time throughout the region.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   You have a bachelor’s degree in sociology, development studies, agriculture, economics, agribusiness or statistics, combined with a minimum of one year of experience in data collection and data entry, preferably in the agricultural sector, using qualitative and quantitative data collection methods.
•   An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Location: Sunyani

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates, please submit a resume/CV to:-

hr@acdivocaghana.org

Please include the title of the job for which you are applying in the subject line.

Closing Date: 16 October, 2015

•   No phone calls please.
•   Only those eligible for an interview will be contacted
•   Women and minorities encouraged to apply

{UNDP,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,22 Oct-2015};

Grade: SB5
Duration of Initial Contract: One (1) Year
Duty Station: Accra
Salary: GHS 49,070-62,320 (Annual Gross Salary)

Background:

•   Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Project Manager the Project Officer shall support formulation management and evaluation of project activities relating to J-PASS Project
•   The Project Officer works in close collaboration with the UNDP Governance Team, CO, Programme and Operation teams and Development Partners with overall supervisor of the Project Manager.
•   The Joint Party Support and Strengthening (J-PASS) project builds on previous UNOP initiatives to promote increased public confidence and participation in elections, promote increased trust in political parties and in election results, and promote increased participation of women and youth in decision making processes in political party democracy.
•   J-PASS recognizes that internal democracy, gender equality and election results monitoring are key to improving public and political party confidence, with particular focus for the 2016 elections.
•   J-PASS Project is situated under the ambit of the UNDP Governance Programme and the Project team will be based In UNOP Ghana Office.
•   The project will be Implemented with the five parties (CPP, NDC, NPP, PNC, PPP) participating as equals This is a 25 year project.

Summary Key Roles:

•   Support the Project Manager in providing policy advice on deepening political parties’ internal democracy, empowering women and youth.
•   Lead as maybe delegated by the Manager in coordinating the implementation of the J-PASS project.
•   Support in Resource Mobilization ,and Strategic Partnerships to support the J-PASS Project

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   Advanced University Degree in preferably in Political Science, law, International or Social Studies, Development Studies or any other related held;
•   Master degree (backed up With post masters practical experience) in these fields is an advantage

Experience:

•   Minimum of five (5) years of cross-cutting experience at the national level in providing technical/advisory services on such areas as governance, gender, women’s empowerment, youth development, participatory policies and the related fields
•   Hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects is an asset;
•   Previous experience working in Ghana or African sub region on elections, governance or related issues and knowledge of UN or International development procedures will be an advantage.
•   Language: Fluency in English.

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: 22 October, 2015

For United Nations Common System salanes, allowances and benefits for General Services Category (GS1-GS7) and National Officer category (NOA – NOD). please visit: http://www.gh.undp.org/content/ghana/en/home/operations/jobs/

Manual application will not be accepted and only short-listed candidates will be contacted,
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply,