{UNDP,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,21 Oct-2015};

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

Background:

•   UNDP Ghana is -supporting the Government to strengthen their capacities to reduce risks associated with climate change with strategic approach to manage climate change and disaster risk reduction so as to turn them Into the opportunities for sustained development
•   Through the Sustainable Development Custer (SDC),UNDP is a key contributor to the UN Development
•   Assistance Framework (UNDAF) Thematic Group 2, which outlines UN Agencies objectives and targets in the areas of Sustainable Environment, Energy and Human Settlements.
•   Being the UN lead agency on energy and environment issues, UNDP plays an important technical role in the Group.
•   SDC has developed the M&E system for the cluster This cluster- level M&E system is intended to improve the development effectiveness of the Cluster by enabling staff members and UNDP senior management to continuously monitor the progress of achieving the development outcomes in the next five yeah co-terminus with the duration of the UNDAF (2012-2017).
•   The Programme and M&E Officer will be the focal person for the management of selected projects and the implementation of cluster-level monitoring and evaluation systems.
•   She/he will directly report to the Cluster Manager of the Sustainable Development Cluster.
•   In order to successfully deliver his/her work, she/he  needs to work closely with and mobilize inputs from the SDC team members.

Summary Key Roles
Programme Management. (35%)
Technical and Administrative Assistance: (10%)
Implementation of monitoring and evaluation plan: (45%)
Knowledge Building and Management: (5%)
Resource Mobilization and Strategic Partnerships: (5%)

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

•   Master’s Degree in Development. Social Science, Environment, or closely relevant.

Experience:

•   At least five years of experience In programme management and M&E
•   Exposure in programme management related to environment, energy and climate change
•   Preferably experience in climate change policy development, good knowledge of climate change negotiation process.
•   Demonstrated skills in drafting reports, knowledge and competencies/experience in policy analysis and capacity development
•   Experience in working and collaboration with government donors, NGOs and/or research institutions.
•   Proficiency in statistical analysis
•   Experience and knowledge innovative community-level capacity assessment, monitoring and reporting
•   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: 21 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,

{ACDI/VOCA,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 10 years,09 Oct-2015};

Since 1963, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in 145 developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy, Based in Washington, D.C, ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society.

Job Summary

•   The multi-year Ghana Poultry Program (GPP) has been awarded to ACDI/VOCA by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with a goal to increase the competitiveness of domestic production and processing of poultry meat and eggs.
•   This increase is expected to expand end-market “pull” opportunities for maize and soya production, supporting USAID Feed the Future objectives to raise income and employment for smallholder producers.
•   GPP’s strategy is focused on catalyzing efficiencies at key stages of the poultry value chain in order to reduce Ghana’s dependence on imported poultry meat (currently estimated at over 90 percent of poultry meat consumption); improve profitability of egg production; expand national and regional trade; and sustainably and equitably increase incomes of male and female producers in poultry, grains, and related value chains.
•   GPP will adopt a market facilitation approach to drive systemic change in targeted poultry sector commodity value chains by focusing resources on fixing the underlying structural elements and capacity limitations that inhibit sector growth.

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Manager manages a team that monitors and evaluates the program. As the successful candidate, you are responsible for the collection, input, analysis, and dissemination of accurate data in order to monitor and evaluate the Impact of the project’s activities on its beneficiaries.

•   You will guide the technical direction of the M&E approach and strategy and be responsible for all communication and reporting needs for the program.
•   You will demonstrate strong advocacy, policy development, program monitoring and evaluation skills, and abilities in data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting using computer- based statistical packages and databases. You will have a thorough knowledge of statistics and research methodology, including quantitative and qualitative research methods, tools, and techniques, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, strong negotiation, diplomacy, and team work skills. You are comfortable in developing and presenting effective short- and long-term training programs,
•   You are able to work effectively, both independently and in a team environment, can organize your work to meet deadline pressures, and are able to travel within the country approximately 10% of the time for periods of one to two weeks each.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   You possess an advanced degree in economics, statistics, social sciences, international development, sociology, or related field.
•   You have a minimum of ten years of related experience including a minimum of five years of senior M&E management and reporting experience in international development.
•   This experience has included successful report and procurement writing, process planning, project evaluations, change management, and design and facilitation of short- and long-term training programs.
•   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

Closing Date: 09 October, 2015

•   Please include the title of the job for which your are applying in the subject line
•   No phone calls please.
•   Only those eligible for an interview will be contacted
•   Women and minorities encouraged to apply

{United Nations,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Master Degree, 5 years,16 Oct-2015};

Post Title: National Project Coordinator (Local)
Agency: UN Capital Development fund
Grade: SBS
Duration of Initial Contract: Service Contract
Duty Station:  Accra
Salary: GHS 49,070 -62,320 (Annual Gross Salary)

Background:

•   The original UNCDF mandate from the UN General Assembly (UNGA) is to “assist developing countries in the development of their economies by supplementing existing sources of capital assistance by means of grants and loans” (General Assembly Resolution 2186, 13 December 1966). The mandate Was modified in 1973 to serve first and foremost but not exclusively the LDCs.
•   UNCDF has a unique financial mandate within the UN system. UNCDF has proven its ability to deliver true leverage on smaller and more risky investments and interventions within its core areas of expertise: inclusive Finance and Local Development Finance. UNCDF has also   a proven track record in developing local public finance capacities;
•   The concept proven pilot projects and programmes are replicated and brought to stale with the help and the add-on financing of other development  partners with different and complementary mandates. It is this context that UNCDF launched the local Climate Adaptive living Facility (LOCAL)

Summary Key Roles:

•   Support LOCAL implementation through the various stages of the approach [i.e. assessments and planning; financing and budgeting; implementation of adaptation measures; performance assessments and reporting):
•   Ensure appropriate liaison and coordination with UNDP and Un sister agencies (Delivering as One) key Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) at the National and Regional levels, targeted MMDAs and stakeholders, and in-country development partners;
•   Support the effective, efficient and transparent project implementation;
•   Lead and/or contribute to the knowledge management and communication efforts of the LOCAL project at various level (i.e Local, regional, national, and global);
•   Carry out other relevant tasks as assigned by the LOCAL Project Manager (Africa/ UNCDF Regional Office for  Western and Central Africa and UNDP

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a Master’ Degree in Environmental Science or Management, Climate Change, Development Studies, Development Planning, Public Policy, Public Administration, Economics or other related fields:
•   Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in the fields of local development, decentralization and/or environment and climate change adaptation with a specific emphasis on local or climate governance, adaptation and development planning, public financial management/budgeting, climate finance, and/or climate change mainstreaming:
•   Knowledge of Ghana’s development planning system and the budgeting processes and procedures:
•   Experience in capacity development and institutional strengthening, ideally in the context of decentralization processes and/or climate change adaptation:
•   Proven ability to establish and manage relationships among international organizations, national/ local governments and civil society and donor liaison;
•   Hands-on experience in policy, programme and project design and implementation, and in monitoring and evaluation of development interventions; Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills, track record in producing reports, and other knowledge and communication materials, in contributing to website management, and in organizing and facilitating consultations and workshops;
•   Excellent knowledge of the country;
•   Fully computer literate (office software, use of social media, etc.)
•   Fluent in English
Working knowledge of French is an asset

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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

Click Here to Apply Online

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

Closing Date: 16 October, 2015

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Manual application will not be accepted and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

(OPEN TO GHANAIAN NATIONALS ONLY)

{ASA/WISHH,Accra,Full-Time, GH, Bachelors Degree, 5 years,13 Oct-2015};

Job Title: AMPLIFIES Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
Department: WISHH
Location: Accra, Ghana
Reports To: Project Director, AMPLIFIES and USDA

Summary:  

•   The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager (MEM) is responsible for guiding the project’s overall monitoring and evaluation framework and implementation of related activities under the AMPLIFIES program in Ghana.
•   This position is also responsible for providing timely and relevant information to project stakeholders, and requires close communication, with all parties involved in M&E design, implementation and coordination, project and partner M & E staff, representatives from primary stakeholder groups, the Chief of Party (CoP), Deputy Chief of Party (DCoP) and external consultants when appropriate, as well as representatives of externally managed M& E related missions.
•   The MEM will regularly monitor the degree to which project results have been achieved, utilizing the project’s Performance Monitoring Plan, program indicators and other documents/systems.
•   The MEM will supervise two M&E field monitors and must complete assigned activities according to strict deadlines and in compliance with USDA, USAID, and ASA regulation and policy guidelines.
•   The position supports overall WISHH program objectives and reports to the Project Director, AMPLIFIES and the Chief of Party, AMPLIFIES.
•   Trips to and from the activity sites are required.
•   This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•   Identify and help to hire other M&E field staff
•   Supervise M&E Field Monitors to collect data, assess and analyze data/information, monitor project activities, and report on the achievement of project targets, goals and objectives;
•   Participate in the process for identifying and designing key indicators for each component of the program; record and report progress against each indicator, and contribute to the design of the format for these reports;
•   Oversee and guide the analysis of the obstacles and problems the project is encountering in its achievement of project results, and formulate recommendations to the CoP/DCoP as to their mitigation;
•   Contribute to the development of the framework for the project’s M&E system, including, but not limited to annual project reviews, participatory evaluations, specific assessments, case study development and lessons learned workshops;
•   In coordination with the CoP/DCoP and Project Director, identify key performance questions and parameters for monitoring project performance against targets (as per the Performance Monitoring Plan);
•   With stakeholders, set out the framework and procedures for the evaluation of ALL project activities.  Review the quality of data in the project areas, the methods of collecting the data and the degree to which it will provide robust baseline statistics for impact evaluation;
•   Ensure that comprehensive, coherent, analytical, and well written draft progress reports (in excellent English) progress reports are received on a monthly, quarterly, semiannual and annual basis (unless otherwise stated).
•   Document project successes and lessons learned, as well as testimonials.
•   Contribute to internal and external communication materials in efforts to publicize WISHH actions and accomplishments to stakeholders including, but not limited to, Leader Letter, Success Stories, Donor Reports, QSSB Reports, Annual Reports, etc.;
•   Supervise and prepare other, ad hoc reports as requested by the USDA, ASA HQ and the CoP;
•   Help design and supervise the conduction of baseline studies.
•   Participate in joint work planning and sharing/dissemination of results and experiences with relevant partners, USDA/USAID, ACDI/VOCA, sub-recipients and other government departments;
•   Prepare and maintain a database in conjunction with the Project Director and CoP/DCoP;
•   Assist the team) in ensuring indicators are met and properly reported on;
•   When requested, communicate as necessary with Foreign ASA offices, Foreign Agriculture Service staff, attaches and other foreign officers as necessary regarding project status, etc.;
•   Provide status updates to management and WISHH staff as necessary, including contractual reporting requirements;
•   When identified, liaise with the in-country staff/consultants and project partners to ensure their performance is consistent with  the aims of  the project;
•   In collaboration with the Project Director and CoP, oversee work of partners to ensure deliverables and timelines are being met and are within compliance;
•   Develop and maintain a tracking system for contract deliverables;
•   Other duties as assigned to assist WISHH in achieving its operational goals and objectives outlined in the strategic plan and project agreements.

Qualifications:

•   To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
•   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.
•   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor’s degree in management, business, statistics, economics or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
•   At least 5 years of professional experience in the design and implementation of M&E in development projects.  Computer literate in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel a must.
•   Experience with Access, ODK, GIS-based software, MIS, etc. a plus.
•   Experience in designing tools and strategies for data collection, analysis and production of reports.
•   Expertise in analyzing data using statistical software.
•   Substantial survey work, work planning, data analysis, monitoring and report writing experience required.
•   Knowledge of USDA and/or USAID programs and regulations is desired.
•   Direct experience in monitoring of agricultural projects, knowledge of value chains (esp. poultry sector) and advanced IT skills a plus.

Communication Skills:

•   Fluent English and proficient reading, research and presentation skills. Must have highly developed oral and written communication skills; ) knowledge and experience of the local cultural context; attuned to others through strong active listening skills, ability to relate professionally and communicate effectively with staff, consultants, governance committee, and outside contacts; must have superior writing and proofreading skills.

Reasoning Ability:

•   Must have a strong command of reasoned, measured decision making based upon analyzing the pros and cons of each potential decision to be made. Ability to evaluate socioeconomic and physical challenges in foreign environments.   Ability to learn quickly and multi-task and prioritize in a complex, demanding atmosphere.  Attention to detail is a must.

Leadership Skills:

•   Solid leadership skills and ability to problem solve; integrity and commitment to protect the confidentiality/privacy of others, and company documents and records; Excellent organizational and planning skills a must; Capacity to work independently, prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively within a complex (multi-stakeholder) team and to motivate team members to perform at optimum levels.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

send electronic submission of resume including salary requirements to:-

morrowem@gmail.com

Closing Date: 13 October, 2015

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply quickly as the applicant review and interview process will begin immediately.  Please write “MEM, AMPLIFIES” in the subject line.

No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.  ASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with Federal Law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, World Initiative for Soy in Human Health (WISHH) is prohibited from discriminating in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or political beliefs. WISHH is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

{Anglican Diocesan Development and Relief Organisation (ADDRO),Bolgatanga,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 10 years,15 Oct-2015};

Job Summary

The Anglican Diocesan Development and Relief Organisation (ADDRO), a registered church-based non-profit, non-governmental organisation that seeks to transform life and uphold human dignity and justice for all people seeks to recruit suitable and qualified persons for the following position: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Key responsibilities:

The Executive Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the organisation, responsible for policy issues. He/she has overall supervisory role of the organisation.The Executive Director is accountable to the Board of Directors and the partners.

•   Fundraising for the Organisation.
•   Liaise and build partnership with governmental & non-governmental organisations
•   Do other jobs as and when the Board deems fit in the interest of the organisation.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Master’s degree in any of the social sciences with ten (10) years working experience and knowledge in community development work.
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•   Good leadership and strong interpersonal relationship skills.
•   Should possess excellent knowledge and skills in project proposal writing.
•   Proven ability to be a good team player and willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required.
•   Demonstrated ability to organize, plan, and carry out activities independently to meet deadlines.
•   Should possess excellent analytical, evaluation, monitoring, project management and report writing skills.
•   Must have proactive attitude: willingness and ability to take initiative.
•   Ability to recognize and analyze problems, and develop solutions to them
•   Age limit (40 years and above)

Location: Bolgatanga

How To Apply For The Job

All applications with photocopies of relevant certificates should be addressed to:

The Board Chairman
Anglican Diocesan Development and Relief Organisation (ADDRO)
P.O. Box 545
Bolgatanga Upper East Region

Tel. 03820-22986/ 0243-419864

Or

the following email addresses: ayeebojacob@gmail.com and bishopea2000@yahoo.com

Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing Date: 15 October, 2015

Anglicans are encouraged to apply

{CARE International,Tamale,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 10 years,09 Oct-2015};

CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Chief of Party to support an anticipated five-year USAID-funded program to accelerate governance improvement and manage conflict in support of enhanced agricultural development in Ghana’s Northern, Upper East, and Upper West regions. It is expected to be a cooperative agreement of about $12 million USD to be awarded by November 2015.

Job Summary

The Chief of Party is accountable for the overall vision and leadership of the project and is accountable for delivering results.  The successful candidate should possess significant experience managing program, financial, and operations of USAID- or other international donor-funded project. This position will be based in Tamale.

Key Responsibilities

•   Oversee the completion of all technical requirements, including project results and deliverables, in accordance with the project work plan.
•   Build and maintain productive working relationships with USAID, project partners, and key stakeholders. Serve as the primary liaison among all project stakeholders.
•   Manage the project’s operational, financial, and administrative priorities; direct the planning and budgeting processes. Create or adapt management systems in line with CARE’s standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency with project needs.
•   Build partnerships among international -, national- and community-level stakeholders
•   Design and oversee an annual project cycle in accordance with USAID’s annual planning cycles
•   With staff and partners, translate project goals and objectives into implementable strategies and plans. Oversee the preparation of quarterly and annual project activity reports, M&E reports, and other deliverables, as specified in the agreement. Report against the project’s targets.
•   Represent the project at high-level meetings, conferences, and other forum.
•   Guide team members to fulfill the project’s strategic goals and objectives.
•   Supervise and mentor senior staff, delegating responsibilities as appropriate. Clearly communicate expectations for staff performance

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of Master’s degree in leadership, political science, or a relevant social science discipline.
•   At least 10 years of progressively experience in the democracy and governance field, four of which must have been in a managerial or team leader capacity.
•   Experience in the areas of decentralization and local governance and agriculture policy development and implementation. Knowledge of the structure of the decentralized department of agriculture; knowledge of civil society advocacy, capacity building, women’s empowerment, and conflict resolution is strongly desired.
•   Proven exceptional leadership in the design, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of similar-sized international donor-supported programs, with skills in strategic planning and thinking, management, supervision and budgeting, and experience managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple program partner institutions.
•   Demonstrated skills building and maintaining relationships with host governments, donors, other donor-funded projects and stakeholders, local organizations, and partners.
•   Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent demonstrated interpersonal and negotiation skills.

a) Experience recruiting, developing, and managing staff and teams.
b) Track record of strong commitment to sharing knowledge, documenting experiences, supporting creative initiatives, and sharing credit.

•   Experience managing required programmatic and financial reporting requirements. Experience with M&E is a plus.
•   Regional and/or country knowledge is required.
•   Fluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages is a plus.
•   Ability to travel within Ghana as required.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing Date: 09 October, 2015

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY