{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,

{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.