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Job Vacancy For Technical Advisor – Business Associations

Posted on: February 16th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{GIZ Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,4 years,01 Mar-2023};

Deutsche Gesellschaft fĂĽr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – is a public-benefit federal enterprise working in more than 100 countries worldwide. We work on behalf of the German Government and support public and private sector clients in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment, energy and environment, and peace and security. Our activities cover three priority areas: Energy and Climate, which deals with renewable energy and energy efficiency; Training and Sustainable Growth for decent Jobs; and Peaceful and Inclusive Societies, which focuses on good governance.

Project Brief:

Sustainable Employment through Agribusiness (AgriBiz) – AgriBiz Programme works together with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MoTI) and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) to improve the conditions for creating productive employment in the agribusiness sector. The Programme strengthens business organizations to better represent the interest of their members and offer professional services. AgriBiz supports processing companies in their business development, introducing technological solutions.

Scope of Role:

• The Technical Advisors supports the organizational development of member-based Agri-Business organizations, institutions and networks.
• The Advisors will be part of a team which will specifically focus on framework conditions for Agri-Business enterprises.
• The job will entail the support of the advocacy work of business associations as well as to assist them improve their business orientation andtheir offers of a relevant and effective range of services to their members.

Tasks:

• Assist and monitor the development and implementation of action plans and programme plans and activities in close consultation with
counterparts.
• Responsible for the design, preparation and implementation of workshops, seminars and other events on issues connected with the
programme’s area of activity.
• Develop, plan, and implement technical and organizational concepts for improving AgriBusiness member-based organizations and
networks and increase their revenues, specifically of women-led ones.
• Provide advice on business orientation and general organizational development of business associations, organizations and networks with
a view to professionalize the range of services and member management.
• Advise on the association’s advocacy work, support cooperation and effective dialogue with stakeholder from the private and public
sector, non-governmental agencies and the academia.
• Assists with PR work using social networks, print media, radio, television etc.
• Prepare reports and presentation documents, including monitoring & evaluation, success stories and best practice examples.
• Handle other tasks on behalf of GIZ.

Qualification Required & Experience

• University degree in an area that is related to the project/programme objectives, with a focus on a relevant field (equivalent to BA or
MBA).
• At least 4 years’ professional experience in a comparable position.
• Professional experience in organizational development of member-based institutions, networks.
• Very good working knowledge of ICT technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS
Office).
• Diligent, goal oriented, open minded and innovative, team player and ability to perform task without supervision.
• Proficient in spoken and written English and working knowledge in Twi. Knowledge in German is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills, work experience in an intercultural environment is an asset.
• Strong managerial, organisational, administrative and social competence.
• Very strong communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders and facilitate networking.
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.
• Willingness to frequently travel within Ghana

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a one-page cover letter to:

hr-ghana@giz.de quoting the Job Code 2023/AgriBiz/02/15 in the subject line. If you do not hear from us two (2) weeks after the deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 01 March, 2023

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply

Job Vacancy For Senior National Coordinator Programme Migration for Development

Posted on: February 14th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{GIZ Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Master’s/MSc,7 years,24 Feb-2023};

Deutsche Gesellschaft fĂĽr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – is a public-benefit federal enterprise working in more than 100 countries worldwide. We work on behalf of the German Government and support public and private sector clients in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment, energy and environment, and peace and security. Our activities cover three priority areas: Energy and Climate, which deals with renewable energy and energy efficiency; Training and Sustainable Growth for decent Jobs; and Peaceful and Inclusive Societies, which focuses on good governance.

Project Brief:

• The global project “Programme Migration for Development” (PME) seeks to leverage the development potential of migrationthrough support of individuals, collaboration with organisations and advice to governments and responsible agencies on the areas of migration, reintegration, regular migration and development. It also engages in employment promotion and related capacity building. The project runs the “Ghanaian-German Centre for Jobs, Migration and Reintegration (GGC) in Accra.

Scope of Role:

• The Senior National Coordinator (SNC) for the Programme Migration for Development is responsible for the implementation of the project’s activities in Ghana.
• Together with the officer responsible for PME Ghana (DV), he forms the management team of PME in Ghana. A core responsibility of the SNC is the operational planning and oversight of timely and effective implementation of activities.
• He also liaises with project partners, including the political partner of the project, the Ministry of Employment of Labour Relations. In addition, he also supervises part of the project team and is responsible for the facility of the “Ghanaian European Centre for Jobs, Migration and Development”.

Tasks:

• Providing technical support to the Program in community system strengthening in financial inclusion and social protection measures
• Providing professional advice to all both public and private partners as well as CSOs and program beneficiaries
• supports the conduction of specific research needed for the project planning and implementation.
• Key liaison person to support TL in coordination with programme staff at GIZ head office.”
• Contributes to preparing and implementing the coordination process, joint programme activities and work at the regional level.
• Deals with the design, preparation and implementation of workshops, seminars and events on issues connected with the project/programme’s area of activity.
• Develops and organises quality assurance measures and suggests necessary changes, improvements, and initiatives.
• Advise partner institution(s) particularly the Private Sector on order clarification, identifying needs, developing concepts and
strategies, and provides technical input.
• Supports cooperation, regular contact, and dialogue with partners, assists with PR work and cooperates with local communities, relevant organisations, non-governmental agencies, and individuals in the project.
• Develops ready-to-use strategies and technical concepts, including guidelines, manuals, and procedures.
• Responsible for planning and managing international, regional and local short-term experts (drawing up ToRs, selecting and managing consultants and appraisers in the course of implementing projectactivities, and accepting and evaluating performance)
• Plans implementation and reporting procedures of GIZ/ private partners and its changes.
• Responsible for steering and managing external short-term experts.
• Assist with general project planning and develops project concepts including preparation, organisation and moderation of planning
exercises and their implementation, management, monitoring, quality management, evaluation, communication, and documentation.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s/MSc. in an area that is related to the project/programme objectives, with a focus on a relevant field.
• Minimum of 7’ years of professional working experience in partnerships with the private sector, project and financial management,
community mobilization for action and financial inclusion; and Employee Wellbeing Initiatives.
• Very good working knowledge of ICT technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications
(e.g. MS Office)
• Fluent written and oral knowledge of the English language and a working knowledge of German
• Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management.
• Ability to work under pressure, strong team orientation, cooperation, and negotiation skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a one-page cover letter to:

hr-ghana@giz.de quoting the Job Code 2023/PME-SNC/02/04 in the subject line. If you do not hear from us two (2) weeks after the deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 24 February, 2023

Job Vacancy For Monitoring, Evaluation and Communications Consultant

Posted on: February 13th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,10 Mar-2023};

PROJECT: Global Health Supply Chain – Procurement and Supply Management (USAID GHSC-PSM) Ghana

• The USAID GHSC-PSM Project will be the primary vehicle through which USAID will 1) procure and provide health commodities, 2) provide technical assistance to improve Ghana’s management of the supply chain, and 3) collaborate with key international stakeholders to support global health initiatives.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• The Monitoring, Evaluation and Communications Consultant (MEC Consultant) will provide strategic technical and operational assistance for the implementation of country monitoring, evaluation and communication plan with focus on COVID-19 M&E interventions.
• The MEC Consultant is responsible for assisting in the monitoring and reporting of the GHSC-PSM’s performance indicators and results for COVID-19 and other project interventions. The officer will also review the existing M&E and reporting system for COVID-19 and provide technical input to strengthen the process and help track progress towards project goals.
• The MEC Consultant will assist the Senior M&E and Communications Advisor to develop and implement the project’s annual M&E and Communications strategy for COVID-19 and other project activities.
• Provide technical input towards the development of annual work plans for COVID-19 and other project interventions. activities for Assist the to develop the performance monitoring plan (PMP), as required, to organize, plan and document the collection of project performance data, and keep the PMP updated.
• Provide support to track the utilization of the Vaccine Monitoring Accountability tool for COVID-19. Also, he/she will work with other members of the technical team to periodically review the tool, identify gaps and provide technical input for improved utilization.
• Track the progress of COVID-19 vaccine data entry and visibility in GhiLMIS, highlighting identified gaps for enhanced monitoring and implementation of corrective measures.
• Support the integration of COVID vaccines and tracer routine vaccines into the national M&E framework to improve supply chain visibility and accountability at the regional and district levels.
• Develop relevant analytical outputs to inform the implementation of the pharmaceutical traceability system for COVID-19 vaccines.
• Assist to develop and deploy supportive supervision and data quality assessment tools for COVID-19 vaccine supply chain and other project activities. Also participate in field level monitoring and supervision exercises on COVIV-19 and other supply chain activities.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis of collected data and develop appropriate visualizations/dashboards to serve as input for project decision making.
• Provide support for the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports for project activities (including COVID-19) in line with stakeholder requirements.
• He/she will be responsible for initiating, developing and publishing communication materials (success stories, photo stories, technical briefs documentaries, etc.) on COVID-19 and other project interventions. He/she will liaise with field office technical team members and the KMC team at headquarters to develop and publish high quality communications within agreed timelines.
• Assist in synthesizing and repackaging project materials into a web, print, and audiovisual materials.
• Proofread and ensure appropriate branding of all communications materials in accordance with project guidance.
• Work with the operations team to identify/update the pool of third-party companies and professionals for outsourcing graphic design, photography, videography, illustrations and related communication outputs.
• Help to conduct operational research on the supply chain for COVID-19 vaccines in an effort to strengthen supply management and access at the last mile.
• Perform any other tasks as that may be assigned to him/her from time to time.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s Degree in M&E, Communications and Journalism, Public Health, International Relations, Marketing, Management, and any relevant field with working experience in M&E and Communications.
• At least 2 years demonstrated progressive experience in program monitoring and evaluation, project planning and management in the context of a development project.
• Analytical skills required; experience with a statistical package such as SPSS, STATA, preferred.
• Demonstrated skills and experience in the development of M&E tools for data analysis, data quality assessment and data use.
• Have advanced quantitative skills, including knowledge of statistical programs.
• Have strong organizational skills and ability to pay attention to detail.
• Have an ability to manage diverse activities and meet required deadlines; flexibility to changing situations and priorities desired.
• Demonstrated experience in report writing, proof reading and producing publications.
• Basic knowledge of editing skills and understanding of style guides preferred.
• Experience gathering input, synthesizing and packaging content for websites and social media platforms.
• Demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently and as a member of a team to coordinate and/or lead the efforts to effectively meet M&E requirements.

Level of Effort and Location

• This short-term consultancy position based in Accra, Ghana with intermittent travel throughout the country, with a maximum of 180 days of LOE. The period of consultancy service will be between February 2023 and September 30, 2023.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 10 March, 2023

Job Vacancy For Technical Advisor – M&E and Knowledge Management

Posted on: February 10th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{GIZ Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,23 Feb-2023};

Deutsche Gesellschaft fĂĽr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – is a public-benefit federal enterprise working in more than 100 countries
worldwide. We work on behalf of the German Government and support public and private sector clients in a wide variety of areas, including
economic development and employment, energy and environment, and peace and security. Our activities cover three priority areas: Energy and
Climate, which deals with renewable energy and energy efficiency; Training and Sustainable Growth for decent Jobs; and Peaceful and Inclusive
Societies, which focuses on good governance.

Project Brief:

The Support to the Private and Financial Sector Programme was commissioned in January 2023 for a period of three years. The programme aim is to
improve the employment situation of MSMEs in five regions of Ghana (Greater Accra, Ashanti, Bono, Bono East and Ahafo). It has five outputs namely, support for financial services, service offerings for MSMEs, employment services for returnees and migrants, green economy measures and foundations for vaccine production. The target beneficiaries are owners and employees of informal and formal MSMEs, with 1-30 employees working in the service and manufacturing sectors

Scope of Role:

• The Technical Advisor for M&E and Knowledge Management shall be responsible for the establishment of a results-based monitoring and
evaluation system for the programme to help monitor and report on the project impact, results, indicator targets and cross cutting issues relating to gender and inclusion.
• He/ she will also contribute to the establishment of systems and procedures for knowledge management and also draft regular monitoring reports for the attention of the project management

Tasks:

• Set up of a results-base monitoring system and ensure systematic and regular gathering of data and other information required for the monitoring of the project implementation.
• Processing and analyzing of data and drafting of a periodic and annual monitoring and evaluation report for the project management team.
• In coordination with Technical Advisors and Project Partners, plan and visit project locations and partners at regular intervals to evaluate the appropriateness of the monitoring systems and validate how well data gathered reflects the actual situation on the ground.
• Conduct periodic review and update of M&E tools and contribute to the M&E working group at the Cluster level.
• Ensure transfer and the documentation of reports on project/programme activities into the Documents Management Systems (DMS).
• Develop tools and templates for data gathering and management.
• Contribute to all tasks related to knowledge management under the project

Qualification Required & Experience

• Advanced university degree in statistics, monitoring and evaluation, demographics, public policy, international development, economics, or related field.
• Professional experience in comparable position in the field of M&E, Knowledge Management, and cross cutting issues (Gender, Green and Inclusion) in a development organisation.
• Knowledge about the results-based M&E, reporting, and knowledge management.
• Experience in data collection, statistical analysis, research, and dissemination of results.
• Good understanding of cross cutting issues especially gender, inclusion and do no harm approaches and green thematic.
• Knowledge in the use of statistical software packages commonly used for data analysis.
• Good public relations, marketing, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of other local languages or German would be an added advantage.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a one-page cover letter to:

hr-ghana@giz.de quoting the Job Code 2023/SPFS/08/02 in the subject line. If you do not hear from us two (2) weeks after the deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 23 February, 2023

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion are encouraged to apply.

Job Vacancy For Director for Customs Administration (AfCFTA)

Posted on: February 7th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{African Union,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,15 years,08 Mar-2023};

Purpose of Job

• Responsible for the operations of the entire directorate/department. Plan, develop and implement strategic policies while promoting inter- directorate/department collaboration. Provide technical and strategic advice to the Secretary General and to the AfCFTA Institutions.

Main Functions

• Develop and maintain operating rules and procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and ensure efficient functioning of all Divisions.
• Ensure overall management of the directorate/department personnel, budget, performance, quality, discipline and training in conformity with relevant rules and procedures in force.
• Determine and execute the overall strategy of the directorate.
• Develop and oversee policy development guidelines.
• Prepare and oversee integrated programmes of overall activities of the directorate.
• Build and maintain a strategic plan to form good working relations with other directorates/departments.
• Develop and maintain regular working relations with top level stakeholders in appropriate agencies of Member States and partners.
• Organize coordination meetings between the organization and other relevant organizations.
• Ultimately responsible for preparing periodic financial and budget execution reports and annual financial statements and other reports.
• Promote awareness and training of best practices in area of expertise.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop Strategic Framework, Standard Operation Procedures that enhance trade facilitation and enforcement for Customs Cooperation
• Engage with State Parties, stakeholders and partners on custom matters and the implementation of trade facilitation measures
• Coordinate State Parties towards building efficient customs procedures, trade facilitation and transit systems
• Liaise with relevant national bodies on Custom cooperation and mutual administrative assistance
• Spearhead the establishment of modern data processing systems to facilitate effective and efficient custom operation and transmission of trade data
• Lead the Secretariat services for Directors-General/ Heads of Customs Committee and the Sub-Committee on Trade Facilitation, Customs Cooperation and Transit and other relevant meetings on Customs
• Monitor and report on the implementation of the customs-related provisions of the AfCFTA Agreement including the Annexes on Customs Cooperation, Trade Facilitation and Transit, administration of Rules of Origin, and resolution of related non-tariff barriers
• Lead activities related to the establishment of the African Continental Customs Union
• Determine and execute Directorate strategy and align to the AfCFTA overall Strategy

Qualification Required & Experience

• University Master’s degree in international trade, development economics, international relations, international business, international law, Political Science or relevant discipline A minimum of fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in professions related to Customs Administration, Trade Facilitation, Transit, Administration of Rules of Origin, and Resolution of related Non-Tariff Barriers, at national, regional economic community, continental or international level
• out of which eight (8) years should be at managerial level managing professional staff in support of or within a national, regional, continental, or international institution.

Required Skills

• Management experience and ability to relate and facilitate interactions with others;
• Ability to think critically and solve problems;
• Ability to communication orally and in writing;
• Report writing and presentation skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to organize and motivate others and to work in a multi-cultural environment;
• Planning, organizational and reporting skills;
• Ability to negotiate diplomatically;
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; with regard to performance management and professional development;
• Conscientious in observing deadlines and achieving results;
• Familiarity with international and regional policy processes and policy analysis in the relevant areas; and
• Proficiency in one of the AU Official working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese and Spanish), fluency in another AU language is an added advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 08 March, 2023

Job Vacancy For Protocol Officer (AfCFTA)

Posted on: February 7th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{African Union,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,2 years,08 Mar-2023};

Purpose of Job

• Support the development and deliver a range of protocol activities during events such as training/information seminars, conferences, publicity events, dinners and luncheons in line with protocol policies, strategies and programmes within the AfCFTA Secretariat

Main Functions

• Assist on the following up on the activities of the division, including monitoring and evaluating progress made in line with a predefined strategic plan;
• Provide support in implementation of programs, policies and procedures within the division;
• Assist in conducting analysis and generate accurate reports in a timely manner for the respective Unit/Division and AU’s internal use;
• Provide support to senior officers in setting the overall research direction of a relevant policy area;
• Participate in the organisation of relevant meetings, congresses and conferences with stakeholders;
• Assist in engagement with relevant mid-level stakeholders and develop relationships as may be delegated;
• Support the promotion of the activities of the Division including preparing leaflets, guidelines and fact sheets;
• Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of protocol information guidelines for delegates and participants of AfCFTA meetings on the modalities of accreditation and seating plans
• Assist in the preparation of the Diplomatic list of State Parties of the AfCFTA and keep protocol related documents of historical value and ensure their periodical update
• Assist in securing and maintaining ceremonial items such as Mast flags; desk flags, car pennant and name plates of Member States are properly procured and correctly used in appropriate places
• Provide protocol assistance to staff and handle in-house and external enquiries
• Undertake Airport duties of welcoming/and seeing-off VIPs and other personalities at the airport, VIP lounge arrangements, etc…
• Maintains working relationship with airline personnel, immigration and custom officers under the guidance of the Manager;
• Oversees the work of the staff under his supervision;
• Oversees the processing of Exit Visas for the departing staff;
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

Qualification Required & Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy, Public Administration, Humanities or any other related discipline with 2 years of relevant work experience

Required Skills

• Oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem solving skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to successfully manage ambiguity
• Ability to work across business units / geographies; cultural sensitivity
• Proficiency in one of the AU official working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage;

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 08 March, 2023

Job Vacancy For Head of Division Customs Capacity Building and training (AfCFTA)

Posted on: February 7th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{African Union,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,12 years,08 Mar-2023};

Purpose of Job

• Responsible for the development of Customs Services through the implementation of AfCFTA Conventions, guidelines and tools.

Main Functions

• Collaborate with States Parties on strategies and priorities in the areas of capacity building, training and technical assistance
• Work with stakeholders to ensure Customs effectiveness through capacity building tools, instruments and initiatives
• Oversee and regularly review Customs capacity building activities, including the dissemination of Customs best practices
• Develop a public-private partnership to build the capacity of Customs in States Parties

Specific Responsibilities

• Is Responsible for all capacity building activities assigned by Customs Director.
• Develop and maintain guidance, tools and Customs AfCFTA programmes.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned and/or required by the Director
• Leads and advises on policy and programme development for capacity building
• Develops and maintains a close working relationship with the other Directorates of the AfCFTA to efficiently share resources, manage workload and co-ordinate the cross-cutting work and activities.
• Provides strategic development advice to Members and represents the Secretariat/Capacity Building division at appropriate meetings.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s degree in international business, development economics, international relations, international trade, international law, political science or relevant disciplines with Twelve (12) years of relevant experience at increasingly senior levels in the field of corporate communications.
• Seven (7) of these years should be at the senior management level and five (5) should involve a supervisory role.

Required Skills

• Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations both internally and externally
• Ability to develop and delegate clear programme goals, plans and actions, that are consistent with agreed strategies
• Ability to delegate the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority with regard to performance management and professional development
• Ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff
• High degree of independence, maturity and initiative
• Ability to handle challenging questions and difficult stakeholders
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work
• Be flexible, adaptable and open to change
• Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (Arabic, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese and Spanish) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 08 March, 2023

Job Vacancy For Emergency Specialist

Posted on: February 7th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Unicef,Tamale,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,13 Feb-2023};

Key Accountabilities:

Emergency Preparedness

• Adopts adequate emergency preparedness measures through the development and updating of country contingency plans and establishment of early warning mechanisms, to ensure effective preparedness and response to specific emergencies.
• Participates in the formulation and development of plans of action in preparation and response to emergencies, and monitors compliance of all sectors with emergency plans of action, including financial resources. Ensures coordination of the management of emergency preparedness and response.
• Provides technical advice related to emergency preparedness and response, including on programme management related issues. Provides advice to the country office in the implementation of emergency preparedness measures in the field to strengthen preparedness and response mechanisms in the country faced with impending emergencies.
• Develops and maintains databases on country/regional information and ensure the flow of information and communication crucial for the planning and implementation of emergency preparedness and response management. Identifies availability of resources in emergency prone areas and establish logistics plans to be implemented during an emergency operation, to ensure a timely and effective emergency response.
• Plans, organizes and conducts training for the office’s staff capacity building in emergencies preparedness and response. Assists in developing and conducting emergency training courses for relevant partners. Participates in other emergency training workshops in the region and builds up the emergency preparedness and response capability of UNICEF staff as well as implementing partners.

Emergency Response

• In the event of an emergency, takes prompt action as a member of the Emergency Response Team which is deployed immediately to establish UNICEF’s presence and implement the initial operational tasks relating to emergency assistance. Immediately verifies the nature and extent of the emergency with staff, government officials, other UN agencies or local organizations and media.
• Participates and assists with assessment of local emergency and security situation affecting children and women in the locality, in conjunction with the Regional Office, the HQ Divisions, and field staff. Coordinates with other partners to make a rapid assessment covering priority areas as defined by the Core Commitment for Children in Emergencies.
• Applies the emergency preparedness and response plan as necessary. Executes the timely delivery of assistance and procurement of supplies, and monitors the appropriate and effective use of UNICEF resources/inputs.

Qualification Required & Experience

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in one of the following fields; social sciences, public administration, international law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration, or other related disciplines. Preferably a combination of management, administration, and relevant technical fields.
• A minimum of five [5] years of relevant professional experience at the national and international levels in programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and administration in relation to Emergency
• Field work experience, specialized training/experience in emergency response management highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 13 February, 2023

Job Vacancy For Social & Behavior Change Officer

Posted on: February 7th, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{Unicef,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,13 Feb-2023};

How can you make a difference?

The Social & Behavior Change Specialist, NOC reports to the Social & Behavior Change Specialist, P3 for general guidance and supervision. The Specialist provides technical and operational support for developing a systematic, planned and evidence-based strategy and process for S&BC as an integral part of programme development, planning and implementation. Through communication and engagement, as well as the empowerment and participation of stakeholders, communities, children, civil society partners, and government counterparts, s/he promotes measurable behavioral and social change/mobilization. This subsequently contributes to the achievement of sustainable and concrete results in improving children’s rights, survival and wellbeing in the country.

Summary of key functions:

• Support to strategy design and development of S&BC activities
• Implementation of S&BC activities
• Technical and operational support
• Advocacy, networking and partnership building
• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building
• Support to strategy design and development of S&BC activities

Qualification Required & Experience

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• An advanced university degree (Master’s ) in one of the following fields is required: social and behavioral science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, education, communication, public relations or another relevant technical field.
• A minimum of five [5] years of relevant professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme planning, Social & Behavior Change, public advocacy or another related area.
• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

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Closing Date: 13 February, 2023

Job Vacancy For Project Intern

Posted on: February 3rd, 2023 by Ghana Jobs

{GIZ Ghana,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,09 Feb-2023};

Deutsche Gesellschaft fĂĽr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – is a public-benefit federal enterprise working in more than 100 countries worldwide. We work on behalf of the German Government and support public and private sector clients in a wide variety of areas, including economic development and employment, energy and environment, and peace and security. Our activities cover three priority areas: Energy and Climate, which deals with renewable energy and energy efficiency; Training and Sustainable Growth for decent Jobs; and Peaceful and Inclusive Societies, which focuses on good governance.

Project Brief

• The Alliance for Integrity is a business-driven, multi-stakeholder initiative seeking to promote transparency and integrity in the economic system.
• To achieve this goal, it fosters collective action of all relevant actors from the private sector, the public sector and civil society. The Alliance for Integrity is a platform that provides real solutions to help businesses and their supply chains improve their compliance capacities.
• The Alliance for Integrity aspires to make a long-term contribution to the long-term goal of developing a corporate environment free of corruption.
• Within this larger mandate, the purpose is to increase the capacity of enterprises in the regions where it operates to execute effective anti-corruption strategies.
• The Alliance for Integrity is commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented in Ghana, Brazil, Mexico, India, and the respective regions by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.

Tasks

• Assist in the organization of conferences, events, and meetings of the Alliance for Integrity, including preparation of the agenda,
documents, and presentations, as well as writing of minutes.
• Provide contributions to the social media posts and the online engagement of initiative (website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter) in Ghana
and Africa
• Provide general programme and administrative support in the day-to-day activities of the Alliance for Integrity in the country/region.
• Participate in the planning, execution and documentations of meetings, workshops, seminars, and other events held with the framework
of the project
• Support purchase of equipment supplies and materials
• Prepare and send invitations and updates in coordination with the Network Manager.
• Make travel arrangements (hotels, flights, etc.), including reimbursement documents for travel.
• Perform other duties and tasks at the request of management

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communication, Economics, information Technology or its equivalent.
• Must have completed National Service. Students currently enrolled in a master’s programme or having finished their degree in the
field of development studies, international relations, economics, or related less than six months ago by the start of the internship may also apply.
• Motivated team player with an organised, systematic, proactive, detail- and goal-oriented work approach
• Strong communication and writing skills and Basic knowledge of data management
• Fluent in English and at least one local language
• Intercultural understanding and knowledge of German are additional advantages, as are previous involvement in project and volunteer activities
• Passionate about continuous learning and personal development

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and suitable applicants are to forward their detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a one-page cover letter to:

afin-ghana@giz.de quoting the Job Code 2023/AFIN/01 /01 in the subject line. If you do not hear from us two (2) weeks after the deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 09 February, 2023

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, race, and religion
are encouraged to apply.