{Agence Franchise de Developpement (AFD),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Agence Franchise de Developpement (AFD), the French Development Agency in Accra, is an international financing agency with 30 years of existence in Ghana.The Group and its subsidiary Proparco,focusing on the private sector, have their activities in Ghana concentrated on four sectors: Agriculture, Urban development. Energy and Private Sector.

Job Summary

Currently, AFD is seeking a qualified professional to take up the position of PROJECT OFFICER in charge of Private Sector and Non-sovereign activities.

The successful candidate will mainly be in charge of the following:

•   Management of PROPARCO and AFD private sector portfolio

He or she will have to develop and maintain close relationship with project promoters, private businesses, both Proparco andAFD’s partners in the banking sector, ensure risk management, manage loan repayments, monitor disbursements with loan admin officers, manage AFD guarantee scheme (ARIZ) and capacity building projects for Trade and Export Sector.

•   Identification and inception of new projects

He or she will have to be proactive in identifying business opportunities and carrying out prior appraisal of investment proposals of private sector projects or non-sovereign loans by analysing feasibility reports; drafting feasibility reports, notes, term-sheets and other related documents;organising missions from the Head Office,and preparing reports to Proparco or AFD Head Office and act as a focal person for the private sector and non-sovereign loans.

•   The incumbent will report directly to the Deputy Resident Manager and/or the Resident Manager.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master of Business Administration or equivalent postgraduate qualification in relevant field
•   At least 5 years of experience in Project finance, Project and credit analysis, preferably in the banking sector
•   Very good oral and written communication skills in both English and French
•   Sound negotiation and collaborative skills as well as a very good ability to work independently
•   Good knowledge of the Ghanaian business environment
•   Excellent sector network relationship and a computer literate with finest knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications + detailed CV must be sent to:

The Human Resource Department
8th Rangoon C/ose, Cantonments
P. O. Box 9592 KIA
Accra

Closing Date: 01 June, 2015

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

 

{World Food Programme,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Post Grade: G5

Under the direct supervision of the UNHRD Manager assistant, the incumbent will be required to undertake the following duties:

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Customer Service Focal Point-Accra: Ensures that adequate, accurate and timely responses are provided to UNHRD Partners through UNHRD Customer Service inbox.
•   Responsible for creation of UNHRD Pro forma invoice to UNHRD Partners and circulating same to Partners.
•   Responsible for identifying, transporters/clearing and forwarding agents.
•   Supervisingof RFQpreparation.
•   Supervising preparation/Presentation of LTC minutes.
•   Responsible for all CS related Prs.
•   Liaise with ground handling companies to ensure that all necessary preparations required before and during airlifts are completed.
•   Ensures that all provisional shipping documents are prepared and sent to consignees as pre alerts and all final packing lists, AWBs, BLs and WBs are sent to consignees.
•   Prepare Service Confirmation Form and forward same to finance Brindisi.
•   Liaise with partners and provide status of all expired items.
•   Prepare all procedures and necessary steps for commodity disposal (expired items) after receiving approval from Partners.
•   Prepare loading plans and ensure that WFP standard waybills are duly filled
•   Deliver goods on request against official and approved documentation;
•   Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Secondary school education/MSLC
•   At least five  (5)  years  of  professional  experience   in  one or  more  of  the transportation  and  ancillary  sectors:   port  operations,  shipping,  clearing  and forwarding,  air  operations,  large  scale  road/rail  transport  and  distribution management gained from a reputable organization as Customers service Officer
•   Experience in UN/Humanitarian agencies process is an advantage
•   Good knowledge and skills in computer usage

Language:

•   Proficiency in written and spoken English,
•   Proficiency in written and  spoken French would be an advantage.

Other Critical Success factors:

•   Sound judgment; ability to extract, interpret, analyse and format data  and to resolve operational problems:
•   Ability to work with minimum of supervision; to supervise and train other staff; and to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds;
•   Ability to work with accuracy under time constraints and pressure and to deal patiently and tactfully with staff members and others and to have a high sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit their applications with 3 references including Curriculum Vitae in sealed envelopes marked “Customer Care Focal Point” and sent to the address below or hand-delivered to WFP Office, located after the Fire Service traffic light towards Flair Catering or Kumodzi Hospital:

The Human Resource Unit
UN World Food Programme
No.7, 7th Rangoon Close, Cantonments
P. O. Box 1423
Accra, Ghana

Closing Date: 29 May, 2015

•   ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES MEETING THE CRITERIA WILL BE CONTACTED.
•   QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

{UNHCR,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Representation in Ghana invites suitable candidates to apply for the post of Data Management Assistant (G4) in Accra, Ghana.

Position Number: 10011209
Duration: 1 Year initially

The Data Management Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Protection Officer. The responsibilities of the Data Management Assistant will include the following:

Functional Statement

Accountability (key results that will be achieved)

•   The Office has reliable and up-to-date data on persons of concern.
•   Responsibility (process and functions undertaken to achieve results)
•   Enter data mainly related to asylum seekers, refugees and persons of concern to UNHCR into the computer database.
•   Contribute to the preparation of reports and project documents by providing information, preparing tables and drafting routine correspondence and reports.
•   Update and maintain existing databases and  generate various statistical reports-Assist in the development of forms for data collection and analysis, if requested.
•   Act as interpreter in the exchange of routine information and translate routine documents and correspondence as and when required.
•   May  be required to undertake field trips to project sites.
•   Perform any other  duty, as requested.

Authority (decisions made in executing responsibilities and to achieve results)

•   Decide on the data recorded in database.
•   Decide on appropriate resolution to  incidents and  escalate  issues to the supervisor if incident cannot be resolved within the scope of responsibility.

Salary/Benefits:  Attractive with other benefits including child dependency allowance, Medical Insurance and Pension etc.

Required Cross-Functional Competencies

•   Analytical Thinking
•   Technological Awareness
•   Planning and Organizing
•   Completion  of the   Secondary   Education   with   post-secondary training/certificate in Electronic data processing, Information Technology or related field;
•   Minimum 3 years of previous job experience relevant to the function.
•   Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language.

Qualification Required & Experience

Desirable Qualifications and Competencies

•   Knowledge of any other relevant UN or local language.
•   Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training  relevant to functions of the position.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please  note that only candidates who meet the above requirements will be considered for interview. Candidates with relevant qualifications and experience are invited to submit their applications in sealed envelopes quoting the vacancy notice number and the position number for which they are interested, addressed to:

The Representative
UNHCR Representation in Ghana,
Private Mail Bag, KIA Location of Office:
16 Labone Drive, 4th Dade Walk

Or email to:-

ghaac@unhcr.org

Closing Date: 20 May, 2015

Please note that only short listed candidates would be contacted

FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

{World Vision International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

Job Description

The successful candidate will assist the Project Manager in project design, Project tracking and implementation for the achievement of set targets.

The Package

•   The position will base in either Accra or Western Region with frequent visit to the field.
•   S/He reports to the Project Manager and work closely with the National Office Ministry Quality Department.

Key Responsibilities

•   Support the development of an M&E framework aligned with World Vision Project frameworks.
•   Ensure the integration of Project M&E to the National Office M&E systems and structures.
•   Support the design and review of Project M&E tools.
•   Assist in the development, adoption and usage of innovative M&E tools and equipment.
•   Track project implementation providing sound monitoring.
•   Be the focal person for project evaluations.
•   Provide support for the review of the Project business plan.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First Degree in development planning / research related.
•   Minimum of 3 years relevant working experience in Design Monitoring & Evaluation is preferred.
•   Knowledge in the construction and review of multi-year log frames.
•   Ability to use both quantitative and qualitative data in program design and reporting.
•   Good problem-solving and analytical skills, and conceptual ability.
•   Adequate skills in planning and conducting research.
•   Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
•   Ability to work and contribute to team building environment especially in a matrix reporting system.

Location: Accra and Western Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the Job Position in the subject line to:-

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 14 May, 2015

•   As a Child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children.
•   All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
•   World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.

{World Vision International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

World Vision International is a Christian Relief, Development and Advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice.

Job Summary

•   To be responsible for the effective management of WV Ghana WASH GIS and Field Monitoring System.
•   S/he will assist the GI-WASH Project Manager in tracking the project implementation through GIS and all IT and mobile technologies. In addition, s/he would be responsible for the coordination of all GIS and mobile monitoring initiatives of GI-WASH.
•   Communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

The Package

•   The position is based at Savelugu, Northern Region with some level of domestic travel.
•   The position comes with an attractive salary package.
•   S/He reports to the Project Manager.
•   Provides supervision to National Office GIS initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

GIS and mobile monitoring initiatives development

•   Contribute to the review and development of a WASH GIS framework and tools.
•   Contribute to the review and development of a mobile phone M&E system

GIS and mobile monitoring databases management

•   Prepare, manipulate, and manage all data and systems for the timely update of WV online GIS Field monitoring system
•   Prepare the project to adopt a Mobile data collection system for M&E using DoForms, AKVO FLOW or any other recommended platforms.
•   Provide assistance to the project teams, ADPs and partners for data collection, review and entry in the online GIS Field monitoring system and any other real time monitoring system used
•   Coordinate data entry as required in the online GIS Field monitoring system and any other real time monitoring system used

GIS and mobile monitoring data analysis & mapping

•   Utilizes GIS and mobile monitoring techniques to provide a better understanding of certain variables in a given geographic location
•   Produce detailed, high-quality cartographic products (digital and hardcopy) and accompanying reports in accordance with technical guidelines and  needs
•   Compile, manipulate, and refine geographic data from a variety of sources including public domain, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps
•   Ensure the acquisition of appropriate equipment for GIS and mobile monitoring ensuring data integrity

Technical Support and Capacity building   ?

•   Build the capacity of the team in the usage of GIS and mobile monitoring tools and systems
•   Provide support to NO and other WV entities for any GIS and mobile monitoring needs
•   Provide support to WV partners, communities and Government institutions for the development and implementation of GIS and mobile monitoring initiatives

Working Environment / Conditions:

•   Travel: 15% domestic travel may be required

Qualification Required & Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

•   Educational level required: Degree in Computer/Information Science, Statistics, Earth sciences
•   Technical Training qualifications required: Knowledge in GIS, Maps & Graphs designs presentations
•   Professional technical skill desired (certification)
•   Experience: at least 2 years of experience in GIS, and considerable knowledge of computerized information system.  Experience in the following areas would be a strong advantage: Hydrology sciences, Ghana WASH M&E framework, WV Field monitoring System, Mobile phone M&E system under DoForms, AKVO FLOW, etc.

Critical Competencies

•   Possess excellent time management skills,
•   Good written and verbal communication skills
•   Ability to use both quantitative and qualitative data in program design and reporting
•   Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher & Access, Web design as well as statistical packages (i.e. SPSS, etc)
•   Must have working knowledge in ArcGIS and  good in database management
•   Must possess a valid driver’s license.
•   Must be proactive with a high level of initiative, innovation, drive and a strong team player with interpersonal skills.
•   Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
•   Perform any other duties that may be required from time to time.

Location: Savelugu, Northern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the Job Position in the subject line to:-

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 14 May, 2015

•   As a Child focused organization, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with children.
•   All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
•   World Vision is an equal opportunity employer.

 

{Engineers Without Borders Canada,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Engineers Without Borders Canada (EWB) invests in leaders and innovations to create a world free from poverty and inequitable development: a world of dignity and equal opportunity where everyone is able to realize their full potential. We are a movement with thousands of passionate members in Canada and across Africa. We currently support 14 ventures across Canada and sub-Saharan Africa and 36 EWB chapters. Our community is made up of nearly 150 staff and Fellows, 2,000 volunteer leaders, and 40,000 supporters.

We invest in people who will lead and support systemic change – we do whatever it takes, working tirelessly to transform how people think and how things are done. We practice what we call System Change Leadership: the ethics, the competencies and the choice to ACT constantly, consistently, relentlessly to address the biases that make up our present societies, and to LEARN constantly, consistently, relentlessly about our own biases, and our own evolving place in systems of oppression. EWB’s exceptional leaders are able to act in the face of ambiguity and drive change together.

We do this by:

•   Supporting community members through our chapter system to practice System Change Leadership so they can create change that is aligned with EWB’s portfolios, become a stellar talent pipeline for EWB and the sector, and make a meaningful contribution to social change.
•   Offering global fellowships to equip individuals with the skills, knowledge and experiences needed to  increase the impact of the Ventures EWB incubates. EWB’s Fellowships also contribute to the long term goal of shaping the future leaders of the international development sector.

This community is EWB’s core strength. It marries decentralization with collective impact. It leads with culture rather than rules. It combines bold action with deep questioning and learning. Its leaders challenge each other to transform and deepen their leadership and systems-change skills while creating an environment akin to family.
Our Community in Africa

In Africa, our community is nascent, with a few networks starting up mainly in Ghana. These networks have sparked from the relationships and pilots EWB has built over the past 15 years in the countries where we have worked. This community comprises:

•   About 30 long-term Fellows and 20 short-term Fellows from Canada in Kenya, Ghana, Malawi, Zambia, and Uganda,
•   66 past fellows of the Kumvana Program from Ghana, Burkina Faso, Malawi, Zambia and South Africa;
•   Leaders of 12 ventures in 5 countries across Sub-Saharan Africa;

The Opportunity

Roughly 100 EWB Fellows participate in short and long-term Fellowship programs in East, West and Southern Africa every year. Your opportunity is to take this formidable community of Fellows to the next level of impact, ensuring EWB Fellows are making significant contributions to the impact of the EWB Ventures they work with, while anchoring them in a life-long trajectory of leadership, pursuing systems-level social change.

Part of this opportunity is about developing a vision that answers some big questions:

•   How can we design learning experiences that will enhance the impact and personal development of EWB Fellows?
•   How can we increase the sense of belonging of EWB Fellows to our community in Africa as well as our global community?
•   How can we ensure the health, safety and wellness of EWB Fellows?

Responsibilities

All of EWB’s Fellowships share three core purposes:

•   Investing in systemic innovations by creating work placements that can enhance the impact of the early-stage Ventures EWB incubates;
•   Investing in the development of leaders to strengthen their individual abilities to affect change systems-change both in the short- and long-term.

Your core responsibility will be to ensure that all EWB Fellows meet EWB’s standard of excellence throughout their placement, including both performance and impact on ventures and personal development of the Fellows.

As such, your role will be to:

1)  Start with directly investing in people – playing a crucial role in EWB Fellows’ development as leaders to enhance their contributions to the Ventures they work with This includes:

•   Getting your hands dirty by designing, planning and delivering learning experiences that help to build the leadership and impact of EWB Fellows in Africa
•   Developing content, tools and resources to enable EWB Fellows to grow as leaders that create system change
•   Providing logistical support to Fellows (visas, accommodations, etc.)
•   Providing support in measuring the effectiveness of our Fellowship programs

2)  Supporting the health, safety and wellness of EWB Fellows, including:

•   Continuously implementing and improving policies and procedures relating to Fellows’ Health Safety & Wellness (HSW)
•   Helping to set a culture of proactivity with regards to Fellow health
•   Managing crisis incidents involving EWB personnel in Africa with support from the EWB office in Toronto

3)  Foster a sense of community between EWB Fellows, EWB Ventures and EWB’s global community. This will include:

•   Facilitating high quality retreats between Fellows
•   Ensuring a high quality communication between Fellows as well as between Fellows and the rest of the organization. In particular, you will coordinate the communication of information to Fellows in Africa.

4)  Track performance of fellowships with the support of the Fellowships Program Manager based in Toronto.

Compensation

Salary will be comparable to similar entry-level roles within the not-for-profit sector in this country. Each employee has a professional development fund as well as many opportunities for professional growth. All employees are provided with health benefit package and 3 weeks of vacation each year.

Who you are

Your core motivation is enabling others to stretch beyond what they believe is possible in order to enhance the impact they can have on the world. First and foremost, you are passionate about people. You love supporting and enabling leaders to be successful. You have experience coaching leaders, and facilitating learning experiences. You are entrepreneurial, self-motivated and ambitious about the type of change you seek to create in the world.

You have a deep understanding of the type of skills and tools needed to affect system-level change. In addition, you have a keen desire, and the right skills to facilitate transformational experiences for EWB Fellows while also minimizing and managing the risks involved in our Fellowship programs. You have a natural instinct for supporting people through tough situations – you know the right things to say, and the right actions to take.

You have demonstrated your commitment to social change through previous work or volunteer experiences, and your ability to excel in these experiences. You have a bias to action: you don’t want to stop at strategy, you want to get your hands dirty and start executing on it right away.

Qualification Required & Experience

Ideally, you will also have the following qualifications:

•   A minimum of 3-5 years work experience
•   A keen interest in and understanding of social entrepreneurship and leadership
•   Strength in logistics and communication
•   Willingness to travel within and between EWB’s countries of operation
•   Facilitation experience with intercultural groups
•   Native from, or prior experience living in a developing country
•   Training in risk assessment, risk mitigation and emergencies management (robbery, sexual assaults, gender issues, kidnapping, etc.) an asset
•   First Aid Training and Mental Health First Aid Training an asset
•   Experience working in a non-profit or social enterprise in Canada and/or Africa an asset
•   Bi-lingual in French and English an asset

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please email us at:- recruitment@ewb.ca  with your cover letter and resume by May 10, 2015. In your cover letter please address what draws you to EWB and provide some of your thoughts on the questions highlighted in the “The Opportunity” section of this job description.

Closing Date: 10 May, 2015

We thank all applicants for their interests but only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

EWB is an equal opportunity employer and we value the diversity of people and communities. We are committed to an environment that is inclusive and barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodations.