{Millennium Development Authority (MiDA),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

The Government of Ghana was declared eligible for a poverty reduction grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (“MCC”), a United States Government Agency. In connection therewith, the Government submitted Concept Papers to MCC, and after a successful outcome of due diligence, and the availability of funds, has resulted in a Compact between the Government and MCC pursuant to which MCC would provide a five-year, multimiHion dollar poverty reduction grant to the Government of Ghana (a “Compact”). The Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) will be responsible for the management of the implementation of the Compact. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Compact, related agreements, and the availability of funds, the Government intends to use a portion of the funds provided through the Compact to procure professional personnel in MiDA to assist the Government with the management and implementation of the Compact programme in a transparent, timely, effective, efficient, results-oriented and fiscally sound manner.

Reports to: M&E and Economics Director

Roles and Responsibilities:

•   Assist in the management, implementation, and update of the Compact M&E Plan in collaboration with the M&E Director and MCC M&E Leads
•   Assist in setting up and managing the MiDA Management Information System (MIS), including all related activities such as data collection, data entry, data analysis, and reporting.
•   Assist in the management of M&E data collection, which includes but is not limited to designing surveys, implementing data quality protocols, auditing data collection by MiDA contractors, managing data entry, and monitoring sample validity
•   Serve as a liaison to Implementing Entities to gather information and train them on the Compact M&E plan.
•   Regularly review M&E data with appropriate decision makers to ensure that projects are reaching their targets and objectives and, if necessary, that timely corrective actions are implemented.
•   Participate in the monitoring of the Project components through site visits, review of Project reports and review of secondary data. Participate in the planning and execution of annual project reviews.
•   Work with the MCC and stakeholders to implement independent evaluations, and develop additional qualitative and quantitative evaluations
•   Collaborate with MiDA counterparts, including the ESP Director, Social and Gender Assessment Director and others, to ensure that appropriate considerations are incorporated into M&E and economics activities, including the appropriate level of disaggregation for indicators in the Compact M&E plan,
•   Assist in disseminating relevant information to GOG, civil society, the private sector and the donor community.
•   Assist in the preparation and publication of periodic reports including, but not limited to, monitoring and evaluation reports, budgets, implementation reports from project managers and implementing entities, procurement reports, and others as defined in the implementation procedures.
•   Develop terms of reference for procurement of surveys and other studies related to the M&E process.
•   Provide inputs to organize training in M&E for MiDA and implementing entity staff, local organizations and primary stakeholders with view of developing local M&E capacity.
•   Perform all other duties and exercise all other powers as are assigned by the M&E Director

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A university degree in Economics, Statistics or a related field.
•   Approximately five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience managing data collection or conducting analysis of projects.
•   Excellent organizational skills related to data and document management.
•   Ability to work in teams, with multiple stakeholders under competing time pressures.
•   An understanding of economic development in Ghana.
•   Experienced user of statistical software (such as STATA or SPSS), Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
•   Experience managing small-to-medium sized enterprise surveys in Ghana strongly preferred.
•   Experience managing surveys with electronic data collection strongly preferred.
•   Demonstrated ability to provide independent analysis and interpretation of performance data using methods in economics, policy analysis, and/or statistics preferred.
•   Experience monitoring Energy projects preferred.
•   Expenence in M&E system design and management preferred.
•   Experience with GIS software, such as ArcGIS, preferred.
•   Experience preparing Terms of Reference and/or managing contracts preferred.
•   Experience preparing reports preferred.
•   Experience in  business administration, finance and management preferred.
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and local languages

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent by e-mail addressed to:-

jobcode450315@mida.gov.gh

Citizens from any country will be considered, however, preference will be given to applicants with extensive working experience, knowledge of and/or living in Ghana. Knowledge of the Ghanaian economy, financial systems, development plans, priorities, interventions and programmes is highly valued. To receive consideration, applicants must include

i. their curriculum Vitae of not more than (four) 4 pages stating their qualifications and experience, providing three professional references, contact phone number(s) and e-mail address(es) by which they can easily be reached,
ii.   a cover note (one page maximum) explaining what the applicant envisions as the challenges of the position applied for and how their experience and education would allow them to meet those challenges.

For further details on the roles and duties of the post, especially with regard to the principal accountabilities, applicants are advised to look at the MiDA website at www.mida.gov.gh/compact2

Applications must be sent by e-mail addressed to the job code shown against each post and must be received by MiDA no later than midnight on Monday, 4th. May, 2015.

Closing Date: 04 May, 2015

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Telephone and fax enquiries on submitted applications will not be entertained. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a number of screening interviews

{Millennium Development Authority (MiDA),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

The Government of Ghana was declared eligible for a poverty reduction grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (“MCC”), a United States Government Agency. In connection therewith, the Government submitted Concept Papers to MCC, and after a successful outcome of due diligence, and the availability of funds, has resulted in a Compact between the Government and MCC pursuant to which MCC would provide a five-year, multimiHion dollar poverty reduction grant to the Government of Ghana (a “Compact”). The Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) will be responsible for the management of the implementation of the Compact. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Compact, related agreements, and the availability of funds, the Government intends to use a portion of the funds provided through the Compact to procure professional personnel in MiDA to assist the Government with the management and implementation of the Compact programme in a transparent, timely, effective, efficient, results-oriented and fiscally sound manner.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Roles and Responsibilities:

•   Act as principal liaison between MiDA and relevant line ministries in ad efforts related to the implementation of reform activities, including sector policy reforms, support for the financial and operational turnaround of ECG and NEDCo, particularly with respect to the introduction of private sector participation. This may involve developing strategy, writing background documents, analytical briefs, policy notes and updates; compiling and evaluating data; identifying and assessing economic, social and political trends; mapping entry points for policy dialogue in public and private institutions, civil society organizations and donor organizations; analyzing the potential impact of various reforms; identifying capacity gaps in relevant institutions; contributing to the planning and delivery of technical assistance; and developing appropriate communication strategies, working in close coordination with other MiDA staff.
•   Serve   as   the   lead   interlocutor   on   all   aspects   of   the introduction of private sector participation (PSP) in EGG and NEDCo Develop the implementation plan to ensure completion of the ECG PSP activities (achievement of financial dose) by the end of the second year of the compact.
•   In cose coordination with MiDA Project Directors (most notably the Generation Project Director and the Distribution Project Director) and Project Managers, prepare a detailed implementation plan for the various reform activities under multiple projects, including identifying resource requirements, bottlenecks, risks and mitigation strategies.
•   Assist the MiDA Directors and Project Managers with ihe review of submissions from Consultants and management of implementation by Consultants and Government affiliates in respect of reforms.
•   Support MiDA Project Directors with the development of terms of reference (TORs) or statements of work (SOW), evaluation of bids and selection of service providers, and management of contracts for consulting services related to the reform activities.
•   Provide strategic guidance and support to ensure efficient coordination with Government and utility officials, other consultants, and other parties, as may be needed.
•   Coordinate with MiDA’s Communications and Outreach Director on communication strategy and plans related to reform activities.
•   Contribute to refining MiDA’s M&E systems for monitoring progress on relevant policy indicators under the Compact and reporting on status of the implementation of agreed policy reform agenda.
•   Build, maintain and effectively leverage relationships with international and national partners, induding Government entities that may assist in advocating or implementing sector reforms.
•   Provide dear updates and reports on the progress of implementation of reforms through the CEO to MiDA’s Management Team and Board of Directors and to MCC, as necessary for effective project management.
•   From time to time, represent MiDA in meetings with other donors and in public forums with respect to the reform activities.
•   Other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the CEO.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A policy advisor with deep knowledge of the institutions and organizational dynamics in Ghana’s energy sector who is able to provide analysis and effectively promote and lead policy and institutional reforms
•   Advanced degree in any of the following: Public Administration / Public Affairs, International Relations, Engineering, Business Administration, Law (Master’s degree or higher is preferred).
•   Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience in public administration / program management.
•   Deep familiarity and knowledge of GoG processes and organizational dynamics, with previous experience advising GoG entities on policy and legal issues.
•   Good understanding of public and private ownership and operations models, especially for the provision of essential public services.
•   Demonstrated professionalism, good judgment, and flexibility to work, as may be necessary, outside normal work hours to meet needs of the position.
•   Strong supervisory and mentoring skills.
•   Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills evidenced by demonstrated capability of building and maintaining productive relationships and working collaboratively with a range of actors and stakeholders, including government officials, private sector partners, international donors, contractors, and counterparts.
•   Must demonstrate from previous work experience the ability to collaborate effectively with peers as well as work across departments or divisions.
•   Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and institutions.
•   Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Internet).
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent by e-mail addressed to:-

jobcode390315@mida.gov.gh

Citizens from any country will be considered, however, preference will be given to applicants with extensive working experience, knowledge of and/or living in Ghana. Knowledge of the Ghanaian economy, financial systems, development plans, priorities, interventions and programmes is highly valued. To receive consideration, applicants must include

i. their curriculum Vitae of not more than (four) 4 pages stating their qualifications and experience, providing three professional references, contact phone number(s) and e-mail address(es) by which they can easily be reached,
ii.   a cover note (one page maximum) explaining what the applicant envisions as the challenges of the position applied for and how their experience and education would allow them to meet those challenges.

For further details on the roles and duties of the post, especially with regard to the principal accountabilities, applicants are advised to look at the MiDA website at www.mida.gov.gh/compact2

Applications must be sent by e-mail addressed to the job code shown against each post and must be received by MiDA no later than midnight on Monday, 4th. May, 2015.

Closing Date: 04 May, 2015

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Telephone and fax enquiries on submitted applications will not be entertained. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a number of screening interviews

{Millennium Development Authority (MiDA),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

The Government of Ghana was declared eligible for a poverty reduction grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (“MCC”), a United States Government Agency. In connection therewith, the Government submitted Concept Papers to MCC, and after a successful outcome of due diligence, and the availability of funds, has resulted in a Compact between the Government and MCC pursuant to which MCC would provide a five-year, multimiHion dollar poverty reduction grant to the Government of Ghana (a “Compact”). The Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) will be responsible for the management of the implementation of the Compact. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Compact, related agreements, and the availability of funds, the Government intends to use a portion of the funds provided through the Compact to procure professional personnel in MiDA to assist the Government with the management and implementation of the Compact programme in a transparent, timely, effective, efficient, results-oriented and fiscally sound manner.

Reports to: Reform Unit Director

Roles and Responsibilities:

•   Support the MiDA Reform Unit Manager and relevant line ministries in efforts related to the implementation of reform activities including sector policy reforms and support for the financial and operational turnaround of ECG and NEDCo, particularly with respect to the introduction of private sector participation. This may include writing background documents, analytical briefs, policy notes and updates; compiling and evaluating data; identifying and assessing economic, social and political trends; analyzing the potential impact of various reforms.
•   With respect to one or more of the reforms, take more of a lead role in support of the Reform Unit Manager and serve as backup to fellow Reform Unit Associate on their reform portfolio.
•   In coordination with other MiDA Managers (most notably the Power Sector Generation Improvement Project Manager, the ECG Financial and Operational Turnaround Project Manager, the NEDCo Financial and Operational Turnaround Project Manager, and the Regulatory Strengthening Project Manager), prepare a detailed implementation plan for the various reform activities under multiple Projects, including identifying resource requirements, bottlenecks, risks and mitigation strategies. Assist the MiDA Project Managers with the management of implementation by consultants and Government affiliates.
•   Support the MiDA Project Managers with the development of terms of reference (TORs) or statements of work (SOW), evaluation of bids and selection of service providers, and management of contracts for consulting services related to the reform activities. Assist with the review of submissions from consultants, induding work plans, timelmes and especially substantive deliverables.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University degree in any of the following: Public Administration / Public Affairs, International Relations. Engineering, Business Administration, Law (Master’s degree or equivalent is preferred).
•   Approximately five (5) or more years of relevant experience in public administration / program management.
•   Familiarity and knowledge of GoG processes and organizational dynamics.
•   Knowledge of the energy sector is viewed as a plus.
•   Proven ability to work in a national and international context.
•   Demonstrated professionalism, good judgment, and flexibility to work, as may be necessary, outside normal work hours to meet needs of the position.
•   Ability to work with multidisdplinary teams and institutions.
•   Strong computer skills (MS Office, Internet)
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent by e-mail addressed to:-

jobcode400315@mida.gov.gh

Citizens from any country will be considered, however, preference will be given to applicants with extensive working experience, knowledge of and/or living in Ghana. Knowledge of the Ghanaian economy, financial systems, development plans, priorities, interventions and programmes is highly valued. To receive consideration, applicants must include

i. their curriculum Vitae of not more than (four) 4 pages stating their qualifications and experience, providing three professional references, contact phone number(s) and e-mail address(es) by which they can easily be reached,
ii.   a cover note (one page maximum) explaining what the applicant envisions as the challenges of the position applied for and how their experience and education would allow them to meet those challenges.

For further details on the roles and duties of the post, especially with regard to the principal accountabilities, applicants are advised to look at the MiDA website at www.mida.gov.gh/compact2

Applications must be sent by e-mail addressed to the job code shown against each post and must be received by MiDA no later than midnight on Monday, 4th. May, 2015.

Closing Date: 04 May, 2015

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Telephone and fax enquiries on submitted applications will not be entertained. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend a number of screening interviews

{Participatory Development Associates Ltd,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 May-2015};

Job Summary

The Research and Evaluation Manager will have all-round responsibility for leading and managing PDA’s research and evaluation consultancies and related activities as profitable ventures both in terms of PDA’s profile and in financial terms. He / She will endeavour to consolidate its reputation for qualitative and, increasingly, mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) in this field.

He or she will liaise with the Managing Director, partners, clients and other external stakeholders, to plan, co-ordinate and oversee research and evaluation consultancies and related activities. The position includes managing and setting high standards for all stages of research and evaluation consultancies, from the development of initial ideas to design, proposal development, methodology, training, implementing, field work and report writing. It will also entail managing a small team of in-house staff, interns, external associates or consultants.
He/she will also contribute to marketing the work of PDA through representation and through its external communication channels, including on-line sites like website, Facebook, and Twitter and other social media like WhatsApp.

Responsible to: The Managing Director

Main responsibilities:

•   Leading the unit
•   Lead the day-to-day management of research and evaluation consultancies and related activities, with all the powers, discretions and delegations authorised by the Managing Director.
•   Guide the organisation in ensuring that the objectives, scope and targets of all research and evaluation consultancies are in line with the organisation’s vision and mission.
•   Ensure that PDA meets the objectives, scope and targets of all research and evaluation consultancies as agreed with the client or partner.
•   Assist in the development of organizational policy proposals to present to the PDA Board of Directors for discussion and decision.
•    Work with the MD to ensure that the organisation has the resources (human, material and financial) to execute research and evaluation consultancies as effectively as possible.
•   Provide strategic leadership in research feasibility and development by providing hands-on leadership in the writing of winnable research and evaluation proposals, whether solicited or unsolicited.
•   Identify potential new research and evaluation ventures aimed at income diversification for the organization and once approved, see to their successful execution.
•   Work with the MD to estimate and allocate the resources needed to achieve project goals.
•   Further the long and short-term research consultancy services as part of the organization’s portfolio by managing the quality of such services, the expectations of clients, staff and associates.
•   Building relationships
•   Work with the MD, in collaboration with senior management, partners, clients and other stakeholders to define the scope, goals and deliverables of research and evaluation projects that support PDA’s business goals.
•   Work with the MD to maintain effective networks with all principal partners, clients, PDA Associates/consultants and other stakeholders within the human and social development sectors.
•   Effectively communicate research project expectations to team members, implementing partners and stakeholders.
•   Liaise with partner organisations and clients with which PDA conducts work, including involvement in design of new projects, as applicable.
•   Ensure the organisation is presented to its partners, clients, associates and other stakeholders in an appropriate and professional manner.
•   Organising events
•   Monitor and scan for information, within and outside the organisation, which are of relevance to research and evaluation; and disseminate such information to the SMT and the Board of Directors for timely strategic decisions.
•   Oversee the planning, organisation and documentation of all research and evaluation related activities or projects to ensure timely execution and within budget.
•   Communicating and disseminating research and evaluation
•   Liaising with networks in-country and outside the country to share lessons from the project
•   Preparing documents to communicate ideas to a wider audience and lessons from the project
•   Where appropriate, making effective use of PDA website and those of other partners/clients in communicating/disseminating research and evaluation findings
•   Reporting to and liaising with clients and PDA management
•   Act as one of the chief external spokespersons to promote and market the services of the organisation and contribute to its website and other social media.
•   Training PDA staff and associates
•   Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise research and evaluation team members so as to get the best out of them and be accountable for the work assigned to them.
•   Identify the training needs of research staff and work with the MD and the Senior Management Team (SMT) to devise the necessary measures to meet these needs in a cost effective way.
•   Develop research and evaluation field guides, questionnaires and other instruments to guide research teams in their work – be it review and analysis of secondary data or collection of primary data.
•   Proposal writing and research
•   Work together with the Managing Director, Senior Management Team and other PDA staff to identify, develop, and market proposals for new research project opportunities and funding, including evaluations.
•   Prepare proposals, scopes of work, and research designs for clients/partners.
•   Contract management
•   Prepare terms of reference and contracts for external PDA consultants and associates hired to undertake research for PDA.
•   Managing finances and other resources of the Unit
•   Manage finances and other resources – prepare budget for projects, ensure that staff work within budget and that expenditure against budget is closely monitored and profit is maximised, but not at the cost of quality.
•   Report regularly and promptly to the MD of PDA on resource and financial matters concerning research and evaluation.

Person Specification

•   Strong commitment to a people-centred development (everyone matters) which underscores PDA’s vision, mission and values.
•   Strong, demonstrable understanding of international good practice in research and evaluation.
•   Proven and demonstrable understanding and experience in qualitative and quantitative research and evaluation.
•   Proven experience of leading, managing, motivating and supervising research or evaluation teams.
•   Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and diplomacy skills. High level of emotional intelligence and sensitivity in dealing with wide range of stakeholders in multiple cultural settings.
•   Flexible and able to travel for up to three weeks at a time.
•   Good understanding of financial management.
•   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•   Creative, flexible and strategic thinker.
•   Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for social development.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a second degree in social sciences, management, communications or other relevant areas.
•   Minimum of 8 years progressive work experience, with at least 2 years at management level with a reputable organization in the development or business sector.
•   Minimum of 5 years of active research work with at least 3 years as a field research team leader.
•   Ability to work with little or no supervision but a strong team player.
•   Impressive experience in design, implementation, management, analysis, monitoring and evaluation of qualitative and quantitative field research.
•   Strong research project management skills and successfully operationalising innovative research programs.
•   Experience in using information and communication technology (ICT) as a management tool.
•   Excellent analytical, interpersonal, organizational and cross-cultural skills.
•   Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail (candidate to provide samples of written work – published or unpublished).

Key Contacts
Managing Director, Finance and Administrative Manager, other Programme Managers, Programme Coordinators, PDA Associates and consultants, and staff of partner organizations and clients.

Location: Based in Accra with frequent travel to research and evaluation project sites and to other parts of Ghana and beyond to meet with partners or clients or to participate in development related events such as conferences.

How To Apply For The Job

Submit documents as requested to:-

jobvacancy@pdaghana.com

Click Here To Download Application Form

Closing Date: 30 April, 2015

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

Initiative Description:

EQWIP HUBS will be a dynamic platform of diverse actors and young people working together to develop solutions to both local and global social, economic and environmental challenges in six countries around the world.  EQWIP, an innovative youth serving partnership between Canada World Youth (CWY) and Youth Challenge International (YCI) has brought together a global consortium including UN-HABITAT, TakingITGlobal (TIG) and the Education Development Centre (EDC) to collaborate on this initiative.

Through 17 youth centered HUBS in urban areas, participatory programming will support young people in accessing a sustainable livelihood.  Through the engagement of a multi-stakeholder HUB Network, EQWIP HUBS will foster a supportive and responsive enabling environment for youth livelihood activities by providing mentorship, coaching and access to capital. The HUB Network will strengthen the capacity of public and private sector stakeholders and civil society related to youth mainstreaming for policies, products and services.

EQWIP HUBS is building a team of energetic, skilled and passionate individuals who are motivated by the prospect of exploring new and creative approaches to solving complex global challenges.

Position Description

The Country Manager, reporting to the Chief of Party, will provide leadership and management of the HUB project, across the three (3) national HUB locations, including management of personnel, project activities and financial and material resources, S/he will support activities to build partner capacity and multi-stakeholder networks.  S/he will establish and maintain positive, collaborative and productive relationships with project staff, implementing partners, consortium partners, sector stakeholders and private sector actors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Provide leadership and management for the delivery and oversight of the project in country, across all three national HUB locations
•   Monitor annual and multi-year program budgets, ensure compliance with donor regulations and requirements
•   Identify areas of risk and take steps to reduce vulnerabilities
•   Ensure preparation and submission of financial and project activity reports
•   Manage a staff team
•   Provide guidance regarding tools and strategies to ensure that programming is based on input from stakeholders, a thorough understanding of the context, and technical best practices
•   Ensure program quality through implementation of project review systems, comprehensive M&E systems, and staff/partner development
•   Remain well-informed about national and regional issues affecting youth
•   Lead the development and update of sector strategies in relevant areas of programming and ensure it is complimentary to strategic planning at both the country level and globally
•   Provide strategic support to ensure that activities are meeting their goals and targets, recommend program adjustments when necessary to keep the project on track
•   Oversee project monitoring and evaluation to ensure activities are meeting outcomes and are aligned with youth and partners’ needs
•   Liaise and coordinate with technical consortium partners, implementing partners and key local/national actors (public and private sector)  to ensure effective delivery of activities
•   Carry out management responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; in accordance with project’s policies and applicable laws
•   Engage private sector and relevant actors in forming a multi-stakeholder network to support youth employment/entrepreneurship objectives
•   Perform other duties as delegated by the Chief of Party

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University Diploma
•   5 to 7 years of progressively responsible management and leadership experience at a management/director level
•   Understanding of and compatible vision for effective community development with a focus on networking and organizational management skills development
•   Ability to work with and through partners
•   Passion for working with youth; an understanding of the current situation for young people
•   Comfort with linking work to a range of stakeholders, including civil authorities, community group leaders, donors, private sector and other international NGOs on initiatives
•   Experience with current approaches to adult learning, participatory methods for M&E and partnership development.
•   A successful track record in supervising, designing, managing and implementing donor-funded projects
•   Proven ability to develop and monitor work plans and training plans
•   Demonstrated mentoring abilities and experience supporting staff teams
•   Strong interpersonal and communication skills
•   Strong verbal and written English skills required
•   Applicant must be citizen of Ghana

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Deadline to apply: Friday, May 1st at 5pm EST.  Applications will be considered upon submission.

Please submit your cover letter and CV as a one document Word or PDF e-mail attachment to:-

recruitment@yci.org with “Ghana HUBS Country Manager” in the subject line.

Closing Date: 01 May, 2015

•   No phone calls about the position can be accepted.
•   We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

{Australian High Commission,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Apr-2015};

About the Position
The Political and Economic Research Officer supports the work of the Policy Section of the Australian High Commission in Accra.

Duties include political research and analysis, writing reports, liaising and networking with key contacts, visit programme management and  representing the High Commission at public events as appropriate.

Duties and responsibilities:

•   Conduct research and analysis on economic, political and foreign policy issues of interest to the Australian Government. Use all publicly available resources to conduct this research, including contacts and the media.
•   Monitor the media daily and identify issues of interest to the Australian Government, including economic and political developments.
•   Provide written and verbal reports for the High Commissioner and other staff, based on thorough research and analysis.
•   Develop a network of contacts to support the High Commission’s research work, including in government, research institutions and non-governmental organisations.
•   Support Australian-based officers in formal or informal discussions with other governments or private industry to advance bilateral or multilateral issues. This may require occasional travel to the High Commission’s countries of accreditation outside Ghana.
•   Manage and prepare correspondence, including drafting of cables, to advance Australia’s foreign and trade policy interests with Ghana and other countries of accreditation.
•   Represent the High Commission and Australian Government interests at relevant conferences, seminars and other representational events as required.
•   Arrange programmes for Australian visitors to the High Commission’s countries of accreditation.

Qualification Required & Experience

Selection Criteria:

•   Tertiary degree in politics, economics, social science, journalism or a related field. Demonstrated high-level ability to conduct research using the internet and other open-source materials, to analyse the gathered material and use it to produce high-quality written reports.
•   Demonstrated advanced ability to communicate fluently and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to make effective and persuasive representations, secure appointments etc. Demonstrated competence in a variety of written styles, including reports, correspondence, emails, etc.
•   Strong understanding of West African economic and trade policy, domestic politics and foreign policy, and legislative processes . Knowledge of Australian foreign policy is an advantage.
•   High-level organisational and coordination skills, including the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and contribute effectively to work objectives, pro-actively identify issues of relevance, anticipate problems and suggest solutions.
•   Strong understanding of the Ghanaian media environment. Also an understanding of media environment in the High Commission’s other countries of accreditation.
•   Knowledge of contemporary Australia and Australian Government policies would be an advantage.
•   Strong interpersonal skills: a proven ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team.
•   Ability to conduct business effectively with a range of clients, including senior representatives in the public and private sectors.
•   The Australian High Commission operates in a fluid and fast paced environment and needs maximum flexibility in its staff.
•   French language ability (written and spoken)

Note that applicants should be fluent in both English and French (written and spoken)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should respond in writing with a short covering letter and a statement addressing their claims against the selection criteria, including specific examples of demonstrated experience.

•   Applications should be accompanied by a CV and copies of academic qualifications. Applicants must also provide contact details for two professional referees.
•   Applications must not belonger than four (4) pages, including covering letter. If longer applications are submitted only the first four pages will be considered.
•   Attractive remuneration packages will be offered to the successful applicants of each position.
•   Hours of work and other conditions will be outlined during interview.

Suitably qualified applicants may be offered a future position with the High Commission over the following twelve months.
Applicants are invited to apply by email to:- AccraHC.enquiries@dfat.gov.au Hard copy applications will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 5p.m.

Closing Date: 27 April, 2015

{Unicef,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,30 Apr-2015};

Purpose:
To provide expert support to the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development in the country wide roll-out of the Basic Sanitation Information System (BaSIS) in Ghana.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide administrator services for BaSIS. This will involve quality assurance services for ensuring data integrity and generation of reports to support sector decision making. Detailed activities will include:

•   Monitoring of BaSIS for data availability per district and remedial action.
•   Regular data quality assessments and remedial action. This will include developing quality assurance procedures for accurate data input.
•   Monitoring of programme indicators and reporting
•   Generation of reports for sector reviews and annual reports

Provide technical backstopping to M&E focal persons and MIS teams designated by the District Assemblies and Regional Offices for effective utilisation of BaSIS.This support is expected to cover the following:

•   Resolution of internet connectivity challenges to enable a monthly update of the BaSIS database
•   Quarterly visits to districts to offer on the job ICT training and trouble-shooting services
•   Quarterly regional “clinic” sessions on BaSIS

Build capacity for sustaining the man-agement of BaSIS using existing Government and private sector structures. This is expected to cover the following:

•   Development of a sanitation sub-sector plan for delivering M&E services.
•   Establishment of an MIS unit within the EHSD.
•   Strengthening of regional M&E teams including MIS officers from CWSA for ongoing support for BaSIS
•   Strengthening of district M&E teams and capacity strengthening of M&E focal persons at ail levels
•   Establishment of Retainer Contracts or Long Term Agreements with the private sector for BaSIS upgrades

Ensure that the BaSIS database and tools are upgraded to cater for sector needs. The upgrades are expected to cover the following:

•   Automation of data collection instruments through phone applications
•   SMS reporting from communities, facilitators and sanitation marketing operatives
•   Update of mapping component of BaSIS
•   Development of BaSIS modules for district wide planning, budget monitoring, district assessments and surveys.

Ensure scaling up of BaSIS nationwide. Expected activities include:

•   Training and field coaching support for all regions and districts implementing CLTS in the country
•   Training of NGO partners involved in sanitation in the country

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree or its equivalent in Computer Science or Information Management.
•   Demonstrable knowledge and skills in Geographic Information Systems (Data and Map creation, Basic Spatial Analysis and Spatial Data Management)
•   General computing knowledge (Microsoft suite: Excel, Access, Software installation and Hardware installation)
•   Basic knowledge in computer pro-gramming will be an advantage
•   Minimum employment experience of three (3) years
•   In addition, the consultant must possess the following:
•   Excellent analytical and problem solving skills with attention to detail and data accuracy
•   Strong interpersonal skills and team work skills
•   Ability to present and convey results of analyses to various audiences

Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English required.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

The above is a short description of the consultancy. A detailed TOR is available upon request from UNICEF. Interested candidates should send an email request to:-

hrghana@unicef.org Detailed curriculum vitae in English with duly completed UN Personal History Form (available at: http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc), should be sent to the e-mail.

Closing Date: 24 April, 2015

Applications submitted without the ‘P11 form will not be considered

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

NOTE: UNICEF IS A SMOKE FREE ENVIRONMENT!!!