{WAPCAS,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Jul-2015};

WAPCAS wishes to recruit qualified and resourceful individuals to fill the position below:- Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Job Summary

Working in collaboration with the M&E Manager and other technical team, the M&E officer will ensure that all activities are implemented, monitored, supervised and reported according to the project specifications and responding to all Project Indiicators.

Specific Task:

•   Support the desiging and review field data collection tools
•   Collate and review data from the field to ensure its quality
•   Support the capacity building process of all officers and Peer educators in data management
•   Undertake data monitoring visits to the field
•   Prepares and submit specific periodic reports on the project indicators

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A degree in Data/Project Management program
•   Minimum of two years working experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be sent to:-

The Executive Director,
WAPCAS
P.O.Box AT 1010,
Achimota – Accra

Closing Date: 30 June, 2015

{WAPCAS,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Jul-2015};

WAPCAS wishes to recruit qualified and resourceful individuals to fill the position below:- Project Coordinators

Job Summary

Responsible for the overall technical and logistical support to the field teams under jurisdiction. Working directly with the project officer, he/she will drive the vision, design and implementation of the project activities and act as the liaison between the field team and the project management.

Specific Tasks:

•   Support the WAPCAS Central Management Team in the planning and preparation of annual work plan to support activities at the field
•   Coordinates, supervise and mentor field officers and supervisors by providing technical and administration support
•   Conduct periodic supervisory visits to the intervention sites
•   Work closely with the technical team to ensure that all program activities under his/her supervision adhere to the organisation, donor and international standards
•   Prepare and submits periodic report on the project activities

Qualification Required & Experience

•   2nd Degree with two years working experience or
•   1st Degree with five years working experience in related field

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be sent to:-

The Executive Director,
WAPCAS
P.O.Box AT 1010,
Achimota – Accra

Closing Date: 30 June, 2015

{Regentropfen Education Foundation,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Jul-2015};

Regentropfen Education Foundation(REF) with its national office in Bolgatanga, Upper East Region is seeking the services of the following:- Regional Officer in charge of the Northern Zone

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Applicants should have at least first Degree in any of the following: (a) Social work (b) Psychology (c) Sociology (d) Development Studies
•   At least a minimum of four years working experience

Location: Bolgatanga, Upper East Region

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants must accompany their application letters with copies of relevant documents and CV. Applications should be send to the adddress below:-

The Director
Regentropfen Education Foundation
P.O.Box 338
Bolgatanga

or email:-

admin@reducation-ghana.org

Closing Date: 30 June, 2015

{UNOPS,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Jun-2015};

Contract type: Local ICA Specialist
Contract level: LICA Specialist-10
Contract duration: 1 Year with possibility of extension
Vacancy code: VA/2015/B5314/7776

Functional Responsibilities:

The Head of Business Development and Communications (HBDC) reports to the Director, who provides general guidance and supervision. The primary role of Head of Business Development and Communications is to develop and implement a communication strategy in line with the overall strategy of the hub and provide strategic support to building successful relationships with partners and clients in the region. Specifically, the HBDC shall perform, inter alia, the following duties and responsibilities:

•   Business development
•   Programme development and business acquisition activities
•   Support new engagements
•   Communications & Media

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s Degree in Business Development, Business Administration, International Relations, Communications or related field. A First Level University (Bachelors) degree with an additional 2 years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master’s Degree.
•   Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in communication, PR, program/project development or similar.
•   PRINCE2 Foundation Certification (preferred)
•   Prior experience within the development sector and/or the UN is an asset.
•   Well conversed in data analysis, management reporting and project management tools and information management systems.
•   Fluency in spoken and written English is required

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All candidates are requested to submit their application online, through the below mentioned website and following the instruction included in the relevant Vacancy announcements (see below Ref aside of each post).

Click Here To Apply Online

No paper application or any other means of transmission will be accepted.

Additional Considerations:

•   Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
•   Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
•   Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
•   Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
•   For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
•   The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

Closing Date: 23 June, 2015

{Christian Aid,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Jun-2015};

Christian Aid is an international non-governmental organisation that works with partners to end poverty.  At the heart of this vision is transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty and empowering them to have a brighter future.

Christian Aid in Ghana is working for transformational change that significantly improves the lives of poor and marginalised men and women and brings about a fair and just society. We work with different local partners and support them with varying resources to enable them deliver on programmes that enable active citizenship and social mobilisation, economic empowerment and participation in policy making and monitoring in Ghana.

We deliver our programmes through three key strategic objectives namely:

•   Strengthened democratic governance: Citizens are empowered to participate effectively in decision making and demand accountability from increasingly responsive duty bearers
•   Market Access for the poor: Poor farmers are empowered and can access the services, assets and markets they need for a resilient livelihood
•   Equal development for all: Issues of women and other marginalised groups are effectively integrated into governance and economic policies

Job Summary

•   The post holder will be responsible for implementing essential core business systems functions to enable the team to function smoothly and effectively by proactively taking responsibility of managing relationships and performance of external suppliers.
•   It manages CA property and it sources and secures various contracts (with suppliers, service providers, consultants). It is the custodian of assets and responsible for all health, safety and security issues pertaining to staff and visitors.
•   The role will also provide Human Resource support to the country office ensuring recruitment, performance appraisal and staff development procedures are in accordance to CA policies, ensuring effective management of information including filing of important documents on the intranet.
•   The role is keenly involved in change processes including implementation of new policies and systems as they are rolled out.
•   The role also line manages and builds the capacities of other staff members and is fundamental to creating a conducive working environment for all staff.
•   The role overseas the country office IT support and management of databases systems; identifies problems as they arise and work with the IT Department and /or IT local service provider to resolve problems.
•   The role is line-managed by the country manager.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic candidate who can work with both internal CA staff and external suppliers, service providers and government departments.
•   The successful candidate must have significant and specialized knowledge and experience in business administration and Human resource management processes and a strong understanding of the Ghana labour law.
•   You are required to have least a degree level with strong knowledge of written and spoken English.
•   You will need to demonstrate the ability to build team spirit, have excellent communication skills and work to tight deadlines while undertaking multiple priorities.
•   You will also have excellent planning and organizational skills using logical processes and relevant tools and techniques to report on information or analyses options.
•   Make timely and considered recommendations or decisions based on analysis of available data, be sensitive to adapting your style and approach to fit and address difficult issues when they arise by being honest and open.

EVIDENCE OF COMPETENCY:

The successful candidate will have competencies in building partnerships, realising potential, stewardship over resources.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply for this post, please visit www.christianaid.org.uk/jobs to apply online and upload your CV.  If you have any queries regarding this advert, please contact:-

sfiagbedzi@christian-aid.org. Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 29 July, 2015

{ECOWAS Commission,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Jun-2015};

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the Authority of the Commissioner for General Administration and Conference and the supervision of the Director Conference and Protocol, the Interpreter will be responsible for the following duties:

•   Services all meetings as assigned by Language Coordinator and Management; Provides interpretation in relevant language combination, (simultaneous, consecutive, whispering, liaison) of speeches or statements;
•   Routinely assigned to sensitive meetings;
•   May be required to function as language team leader when assigned to a given meeting;
•   Assists the Head of Language Division, as appropriate, in the screening, training and examining of prospective interpreters;
•   Participates in establishment of terminology database, glossaries, etc.
•   May perform other related duties as required.

Competencies

Technical Expertise and Professionalism

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

Teamwork

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

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Conference Interpretation

Work Experience

•   At least 4 years of professional interpreting experience;
•   Experience with international organizations would be an advantage.

Age

Candidates must not be over fifty (50) years of age at the point of recruitment.
Language

Languages

•   French A/English B or C/Port B or C

Assessment Method

•   Candidates must pass the ECOWAS Competitive Examination for Conference Interpreters (eliminatory), which will be followed by a competency-based interview.

Annual Salary: USD 52,273 – USD 59,100

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants may use the application form to apply indicating the position(s) they are interested in. Interested candidates should download the application form, fill it and send it together with their CV as an email attachment to the following email address:

applications@ecowas.int

Closing Date: 30 June, 2015

•   Applicants should indicate in the body of their forwarding mail, the title(s) of the position(s) they are applying for.
•   NB: PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH YOUR CERTIFICATES TO THE APPLICATION EMAIL.
•   ANY APPLICATION RECEIVED AFTER THE VACANCY CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
•   Applicants experiencing difficulties sending their application with a hotmail or windows live email account should forward their application via other mail providers such as Gmail, Yahoo, etc. Applicants may also call +2347034188920 for further information.
•   Applicants may also call +2347034188920 for further information. Please call this number from Monday to Friday between 9AM and 5PM (GMT+1).

{Kofi Annan International Peace Keeping Centre,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Jun-2015};

Job Purpose:

The role is responsible for guiding the overall M&E strategy and implementation of related activities within KAIPTC, plus providing timely and relevant performance information to KAIPTC stakeholders.

Main Duties

•   Coordinate the development and update of the centre-wide M&E framework and workplan to track achievement of outcomes
•   Support the inclusion of department programmes into a center-wide strategy and agenda for prioritised research and training curriculum development
•   Ensure that the policy and procedure guidelines regarding M&E are developed and updated where necessary.
•   Develop and apply cost-effective data collection and management systems
•   Build capacity of KAIPTC M&C focal persons in M&E skills through mentoring and coaching
•   Manage and coordinate contractual obligations for all external evaluations
•   Prepare M&E reports and coordinate the dissemination of these reports to stakeholders
•   Participate in national and international forums and committees where M&E issues are discussed
•   Coordination of a Centre wide approach to track results from the field/externally (Field monitoring visits)
•   Supervise M&E staff
•   Any other duties that may be assigned by supervisor within scope and content of the job

Qualification Required & Experience

the ideal candidate must possess

•   A master’s degree Masters in field of social science, development, administration or other related fields as well as applied training in qantitative analysis/statistics is required.
•   Professional certification in project management and membership of a professional body is desirable.
•   At least 8 – 12 years working experience, at least 4 of these in a senior position in M&E or related field, preferably related to capacity building in issues of peace and security.
•   Considerable working experience an international organisation or internationally recognised organization is required.

Key Competencies

•   a practical, logical and systematic approach to work
•   Creative probem-solving and analytical skills
•   Versatile in M and E processes and systems
•   Project management skills
•   Quantitative and qualitative research skills
•   Strong leadership and teamwork skills
•   Confident, honest and trustworthy
•   Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
•   Ability to work without or with little supervision
•   Good communication and interpersonal skills
•   Ability to think on his feet
•   Fluency in French will be a sure advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are kindly requested to send their CV together with 3 references to:-

hr@kaiptc.org

Please indicate the job title clearly in the cover letter, otherwise  your application may not be considered.

Closing Date: 19 June, 2015