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Job Vacancy For Communications/Knowledge Management Officer At IBTCI

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{IBTCI,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

IBTCI is currently seeking Communications/Knowledge Management position to support USAID/GHANA Education Staff.

COMPANY PROFILE

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S. based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over one hundred countries and has implemented over two hundred projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies in the practice area of Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) across many sectors including education, health, economic growth and democracy & governance.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking proposals to support the Partnership for Education: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Support program.  This initiative is part of a comprehensive, integrated ‘project’, the USAID Partnership for Education, a suite of activities that includes linked but separate financial and technical support activities, designed to support Ministry of Education (MOE) and Ghana Education Service’s (GES) child literacy and numeracy improvement plans and activities.  Further, the SOW would involve working with the Ghana MOE, GES and USAID’s Education Office with expertise to implement and build capacity for systematic, coordinated and responsive M&E systems, monitoring and reporting on learning outcomes, especially reading outcomes. In particular, the USAID/Ghana’s Education Office is interested in specialized support to improve its current tools and systems to ensure staff, MOE/GES and IPs have the required information, emerging understandings, lessons and insight to guide and articulate more informed, strategic decision making, as well as the knowledge and experience to use these systems effectively.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Communications/Knowledge Management person would lead the development of knowledge, skills and abilities of USAID/Ghana and relevant education sector partners to prepare evidence-based materials and tools and effectively utilize them.  Specific activities include the following.

•   Build on and link to Mission and MOE institution efforts such as Data Management and Communication Strengthening (DMCS) to develop and use knowledge management.
•   Advise and support the team to produce more evidence-based reporting and develop analytical products to support learning that advances and provides a forward evolution of activities to strengthen Ghana’s basic education system and USAID/Ghana’s support to it.
•   Assess USAID/Ghana’s Education Office current knowledge management and learning needs, within the larger context of knowledge management and learning needs, within the larger context of knowledge management for education and the Africa region, as well as in relation to knowledge management efforts of DPs and donors.
•   Design and create a knowledge management framework and implementation plan.
•   Develop the knowledge, skills and abilities of USAID/Ghana and relevant education sector partners to prepare evidence-based materials and tools and effectively utilize them.

Qualification Required & Experience

The Communications/Knowledge Management Specialist should have:

•   A university degree in a relevant subject area
•   At least  5 years of  progressive, demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of communications and knowledge management strategies for major development assistance programs; including USAID Mission work in West Africa and preferably, Ghana;
•   Experience  in Ghana highly desired; including experience with Ghanaian Government Ministries and country stakeholders
•   Education sector experience highly desired; including familiarity with  Ghana Education sector  challenges
•   Excellent written and oral communication and outstanding interpersonal skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit all application materials along with three references here:-

Click Here To Apply Online

Any questions please contact:-

yinanli@ibtci.com

Closing Date: 15 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For M&E Capacity Building and Training Specialist At IBTCI

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{IBTCI,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

IBTCI is currently seeking candidates for an M&E Capacity Building and Training Specialist position to support USAID/GHANA Education Staff.

COMPANY PROFILE

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S. based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over one hundred countries and has implemented over two hundred projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies in the practice area of Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) across many sectors including education, health, economic growth and democracy & governance.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking proposals to support the Partnership for Education: Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Support program.  This initiative is part of a comprehensive, integrated ‘project’, the USAID Partnership for Education, a suite of activities that includes linked but separate financial and technical support activities, designed to support Ministry of Education (MOE) and Ghana Education Service’s (GES) child literacy and numeracy improvement plans and activities. In particular, the SOW activities would involve working with the Ghana MOE, GES and USAID’s Education Office with expertise to implement and build capacity for systematic, coordinated and responsive M&E systems, monitoring and reporting on learning outcomes, especially reading outcomes.

POSITION SUMMARY

The M&E Capacity Building and Training Specialist is responsible for organizing and managing the training and mentoring activities for USAID/Ghana Education Staff.  S/he will lead the design and capacity strengthening approach. S/he will also be responsible for conducting assessments as well as the development of learning and capacity strengthening activities.   The M&E Capacity Building and Training Specialist will report to the CoP and will work closely with both the CoP and the Senior M&E Specialist.

Qualification Required & Experience

The Capacity Building and Training Specialist Responsible must have:

•   Preferably a master’s or higher university degree in a relevant subject area
•   Minimum 5 years of  progressive, demonstrated experience in designing and implementing USAID capacity building, adult learning and training projects, preferably in  West Africa
•   Demonstrated  experience implementing monitoring and evaluation activities;
•   Excellent facilitation and team management skills;
•   Familiarity of Ghana Education sector  challenges a plus; and,
•   Excellent written and oral communication and outstanding interpersonal skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit all application materials along with three references here:-

Click Here To Apply Online

Any questions please contact:-

yinanli@ibtci.com

Closing Date: 15 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist – Programs Department At DKT International Ghana

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{DKT International Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

Job title:  Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist
Department: Programs Department

Organization Relationship
Directly reports to:  Program Manager

Job Summary

•   The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist will co-ordinate all M&E activities of DKT and will ensure data are used for program improvements. This includes developing research and monitoring systems to meet DKT’s needs, leading M&E and research exercises, and collecting, analyzing and reporting to meet internal and donor-reporting requirements.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Develop research and monitoring instruments to meet DKT’s needs

•   Design and/or review M&E systems to meet both DKT’s internal marketing and sales needs, as well as DKT’s donor-reporting requirements
•   Design research instruments, in line with existing best-practices, to meet the needs of DKT’s various programmes
•   Implement integration procedures to streamline DKT’s M&E processes

Lead monitoring and evaluation, and research exercises

•   Organize and lead monitoring site visits
•   Assist other departments with research needs, especially the development of research instruments, design, and execution

Collect and analyze data to meet internal and donor-reporting requirements

•   Lead habitual (e.g. quarterly, semi-annual) data collection exercises
•   Input and analyse data collected
•   Create detailed and insightful reports tailored to the recipient (e.g. Country Director, Sales Manager, Marketing Manager, Program Manager, etc.)
•   Produce monthly briefs of DKT’s activities and performance and disseminate to DKT Ghana Headquarters staff

Other Duties:

•   Perform other duties related to field operations, as assigned by Program Manager/ Country Director
•   Contribute to Monitoring & Evaluation sections of reports and new proposals, especially concerning M&E design
•   Ensure confidentiality in handling business related issues

Work Guides and References

•   Project Proposals and Work Plans for donor-sponsored projects
•   Brand and Marketing Materials
•   Personnel Policies & Procedures Handbook
•   Description of DKT International and Social Marketing

Position Objectives

•   To provide accurate and relevant data analysis to all of DKT’s operations
•   To provide assistance to strategy and program development
•   To assist DKT in achieving measurable health impact
•   To contribute to overall DKT program goals

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A first degree in statistics, sociology, public health or related field

Work Experience

•   5+ years’ experience developing research instruments required
•   Market research experience preferred

Skills and Abilities

•   Strong analytical skills; must be comfortable with conducting analysis on large datasets
•   Capacity to synthesize abstract concepts into concrete, streamlined processes
•   Strong writing skills, especially report writing
•   Experience using Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint
•   Experience in the use of other statistical software e.g. Epi Data, SPSS will be an added advantage

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent to:

jobs@dktghana.org

Closing Date: 16 March, 2015

Job Vacancy For Project Officer At CARE International (Tamale)

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{CARE International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of a Project Officer – to support the implementation of the Household Economic Security for poor women smallholder farmers Project (HESP) funded by the Big Lottery Fund. The HESP project aims to improve the economic security of women smallholder farmers and their households in Northern Ghana by increasing their productivity and access to inputs and markets The project approach focuses on increasing incomes using value chains that have an identified market opportunity by linking (i) Sustainable agricultural practices and (ii) Market development and business tools with (iii) Gender equity and women’s empowerment

Job Summary:

The Project Officer for the Household Economic Security for poor women project (HESP) willl coordinate the implementation of project activities in the Garu Tempane in the Upper East District. And Lambussie District in Upper West. The Project officer will play a lead role on the project providing technical support and facilitating the implementation of project activities in relation to input and output market linkages for smallholder women farmers in the project communities. S/he will also ensure the documentation and dissemination of learning from project locations among key actors, and keep them engaged in advocating for increased attention to women and agriculture and the use of models appropriate to particular segments of smallholder farmers. The project will also make use of tested CARE models such as Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLA), Community Based Extension Agents (CBEAs), Community Based Land Administration systems  and other appropriate models aimed at providing economic opportunity for women in the soy and groundnut value chain

S/he will report to the project Manager. The project officer will be based in Tamale with frequent travel to project districts in Upper East and Upper West.

Key Responsibilities:

•   Lead in Commodity Value Chain Development Promotion and Integration relevant to the needs of Women
•   Facilitate the implementation of an effective commodity value chain that supports the livelihood enhancement and empowerment of smallholder farmers in the two districts, particularly women.
•   Provide technical support to partners and communities to effectively engage with key actors within the specific value chains.
•   Support and facilitate partners to review methods and community plans on commodity value chain promotion.
•   Strengthen Input supply systems to address needs of smallholder women farmers.
•   Identify and establish linkages between producers, agro input dealers and specific private sector stakeholders who are interested in providing services for small holder women farmers.
•   Work with input suppliers, technical service providers, equipment suppliers, processors and traders to understand the production and post harvest requirements of the commodities that are being promoted.
•   Lead in providing support, guidance and advice on possible input credit schemes that will be developed between input dealers and producers.
•   Ensure increased access to markets for small holder women farmers.
•   Facilitate the development of contracts between producers and purchasers.
•   Facilitate and support the documentation of processes and achievements on marketing component of the project e.g. case studies/ Most Significant Change stories (MSCs) for use in the dissemination of best practices.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum qualification of a university degree, in a relevant discipline such as Agricultural Economics, Marketing or Development Studies. The candidate must have practical experience in community facilitation and of working with diverse teams.
•   S/he must be an experienced and mature officer; capable of working largely independently. He /she will be supervised by a Project Manager
•   At least five years of relevant working experience, including a minimum of three years working on market driven approaches to increase food security and income for women small holder farmers.
•   Strong experience and knowledge of sustainable livelihoods and commodity value chain approaches
•   Strong practical experience in market analysis and planning
•   Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to gender and diversity
•   Well developed written and oral communication skills in English. Able to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders.
•   Basic computing skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook; and, advanced internet searching skills.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing Date: 27 February, 2015

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

Job Vacancy For M&E Officer At CARE International (Tamale)

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{CARE International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

CARE International in Ghana is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of a M&E Officer to support in the implementation of the – Household Economic Security Project.(HESP) funded by the Big lottery fund. The HESP project aims to improve the economic security of women smallholder farmers and their households in Northern Ghana by increasing their productivity and access to inputs and markets. The project approach focuses on increasing incomes using value chains that have an identified market opportunity by linking (i) Sustainable agricultural practices and (ii) Market development and business tools with (iii) Gender equity and women’s empowerment

Job Summary:

•   The M&E officer is the lead person on M&E issues on the HESP project.
•   He/she will report to the project manager.
•   The incumbent will support and facilitate the design of project level M&E frameworks, including periodic reviews, field monitoring and project reporting that meet donor M&E and reporting requirements.
•   S/he will work as a member of the M&E team in the Tamale sub office and will be a member of the national M&E working group of CARE Ghana to ensure coherence and consistency in the use of methodologies and process.
•   The position is based in Tamale with extensive travel to the project areas in the Upper West and Upper East Regions.
•   The M & E Officer will work closely with the Project team and partners at the district and community levels to ensure relevant data is collected and analysed in timely manner.
•   He/she will ensure the roll out of a participatory M&E system to track progress in implementation with the support of the Project Manager.
•   This position is located in Tamale with regular travel to the two districts.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   BA./BSc Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies , Agricultural Science and other discipline relevant to rural development(Agriculture,  Governance, Microfinance, Gender, Nutrition, Value Chains
•   Preferably, MA/MSc Degree or Postgraduate/specialized training in project planning, monitoring/evaluation, rights based programming with experience on Agriculture and value chains projects.
•   At least 2-3 years of work experience in development projects preferably agriculture, value chains project planning, monitoring and evaluation, at a supervisory level.
•   S/he must have NGOs experience
•   Strong experience in Livelihood analysis, logframes, project baselines, evaluations; M & E capacity assessments and development plans; Facilitation, training and coaching skills Written and verbal communication in English Language;
•   Basic computing skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook; and, advanced internet searching skills.

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org

PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing Date: 27 February, 2015

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

OUR DIVERSITY IS OUR STRENGTH; WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE FROM ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCES, PARTICULARLY WOMEN, TO APPLY

Job Vacancy For Sponsorship Officer At SOS Children’s Villages Ghana

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{SOS Children’s Villages Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES GHANA is part of a global humanitarian and child welfare organisation that provides a stable family environment for children in need and without parental care or at risk of losing parental care with four villages currently in operation in Tema, Asiakwa, Asokore Mampong & Tamale. We also provide social services for families at risk through our family Strengthening Programme (FSP)

Job Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and dynamic persons for appointment.

•   The successful applicant will report to the Donor Services Coordinator and be self-motivated to provide consistent support in managing large database of friends, donors and sponsors of the Organization.

Qualification Required & Experience

The Ideal Candidate must:

•   Hold a first degree in Social Sciences, or Humanities
•   Have a minimum of 3 years post qualification relevant work experience in Management of Donors, Sponsors & fundraising.
•   Have strong interpersonal, presentation, organizational and communication skills (Both oral and written skills).
•   Possess basic skills in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
•   Not be less than 25 years.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their applications and Curriculum Vitae with photocopies of certificates addressed to:

The HR/Admin Manager
P. O. Box AM 16657
Accra North

Or email to

HR@sosghana.org

Closing Date: 06 March, 2015

Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted.

Job Vacancy For Boys Youth Leader At SOS Children’s Villages Ghana (Asiakwa)

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{SOS Children’s Villages Ghana,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES GHANA is part of a global humanitarian and child welfare organisation that provides a stable family environment for children in need and without parental care or at risk of losing parental care with four villages currently in operation in Tema, Asiakwa, Asokore Mampong & Tamale. We also provide social services for families at risk through our family Strengthening Programme (FSP)

Job Summary

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and dynamic persons for appointment

•   The successful candidate will report to the Asiakwa Village Director

Qualification Required & Experience

•   The ideal candidate should be at least 35 years, hold a first degree in Education, Social Work. Sociology, Psychology or Guidance and Counseling with at least three years of teaching or social work experience.
•   Applicant should be married.
•   Applicant should be capable of implementing youth development plans; provide career guidance and placement support ibr the youth and follow up-visits to youth in educational /vocational institutions and employment, monitor and report on progress of individual youth.

Location: Asiakwa

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their applications and Curriculum Vitae with photocopies of certificates addressed to:

The HR/Admin Manager
P. O. Box AM 16657
Accra North

Or email to

HR@sosghana.org

Closing Date: 06 March, 2015

Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted.

Job Vacancy For District Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant (5 Positions) At Abt Associates (Northern Region)

Posted on: February 16th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{Abt Associates,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-2015};

Abt. Associates Inc., a US based company, is implementing the PMI/ USAID–funded African Indoor Residual Spraying (AIRS) program. AIRS has been implemented in Ghana since 2008 in some selected districts in the Northern Region.

Job Summary

Currently, Abt Associates is implementing Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS) in five selected districts in the Northern Region: Kumbungu, West Mamprusi, East Mamprusi, Mamprugu-Moagduri and Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo districts.

We are currently seeking qualified individuals to fill temporary positions as District Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant (5 positions) in our operational districts. Successful candidates will be contracted for not more than 3 months.

Responsibilities of M & E Assistant

•   Train all district level staff including Spray Operators and Mobilizers on all M & E data collection tools and procedures.
•   Supervise field data collection by Spray Operators and Mobilizers.
•   Perform data collection verification in sprayed and mobilized communities and address data collection errors.
•   Support Team Leaders and Field Supervisors to verify Spray Operator data collection forms using the Error Eliminator.
•   Ensure timely arrival of all Spray Operator data collection forms from all sites to the data entry center.
•   Supervise Data Entry Assistants to ensure that all data entry, cleaning and syncing protocols are well followed.
•   Assist the District Operations Coordinator (DOC) to draw a district spray operations and supervision plan.
•   Write and submit district weekly spray progress reports.
•   Analyze district level spray data to inform decision making for ongoing spray operations.
•   Perform other duties as assigned by the DOC and the program M & E Manager.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of Higher National Diploma (HND) in Statistics or a quantitative related field.
•   Good background in field data collection with demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate large scale data collection exercise.
•   Willingness to live and travel within the district assigned.
•   Knowledge in data analysis and interpretation of results will be an advantage.
•   Good organizational, report writing and management skills.
•   Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.
•   Strong computer skills with good understanding on the use of MS Excel and Access
•   Proficiency in English and one or more Northern Ghanaian Languages will be an advantage.
•   Previous work experience in Indoor Residual Spraying will be an added advantage.
•   MUST be able to ride a motorbike and possess a valid license.

Location: Kumbungu, West Mamprusi, East Mamprusi, Mamprugu-Moagduri and Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo

How To Apply For The Job

How to apply for the M & E Assistant position

Please look through the above mentioned districts and select any one where you wish to be considered for the position of M & E Assistant and state this in your application letter. Application letters that do not have specific district will not be considered.

You can send your application letter and CV by any of the methods stated below. Please choose only one method and apply through that method, do not use both methods to apply:

•   Send your applications to the following email:  Ernest_fletcher@africairs.net . (Please indicate the position and district in the subject line of the email. Emails without district and Job title will not be considered)
•   You can also deliver your application by hand to the Abt Associates Inc. Office building located near VSO office off the SSNIT Road Junction Kalpohine, Estates Tamale.

Closing Date: 20 February, 2015

•   Deadline for submission of applications is Wednesday February 20th, 2015. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
•   Only qualified applicants will be contacted.
•   Females are particularly encouraged to apply.

Job Vacancy For Governance Advisor At World Vision International

Posted on: February 13th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{World Vision International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Feb-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. For over three decades, World Vision has been working with rural communities in all 10 Administrative Regions of Ghana to provide portable water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices, quality education and enhance food security.

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, motivated and resourceful person to fill the position of  Governance Advisor

Job Summary

•   To coordinate and process all legal and administrative requirements relating to the transitioning of World Vision Ghana Advisory Council into a full Board status, ensuring that all the World Vision International and the Government of Ghana legal and administrative requirements are complied with.
•   The position will also facilitate and document proceedings of the Board of Directors’ meetings and assist the Board with administrative and organizational tasks.

The Package

•   The position is based in Accra some level of travel.
•   The position comes with an attractive salary and benefit package.
•   S/He reports to the National Director.

Key Responsibilities
Include but not limited to the following;

•   Ensure that all parties’ reports are in at a timely manner for the Board, such as from Board Committees and National Director.  Reports should be submitted according to the Board meeting minutes, registered sheets.
•   Works with Board Chair and National Director to ensure steps are taken to meet criteria of Transition process; prepares all necessary documents for the transition dossier.
•   Manage Board budget, coordinate expense reimbursement for Board members and report annual budget to Governance Department
•   Facilitate internal communication between Board of Directors, National Director and the Senior Leadership Team.
•   Provide coordination and prepare logistics and materials for Board meetings and members
•   Work with National Director and the Board Chair to coordinate Board activities and programmes. (e.g. training, seminars, project visits etc).
•   Ensure necessary legal Board and organization documents are signed, copied, filed and up-to-date.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First degree in Law or Business Administration.
•   3 – 4 years relevant working experience in similar position.

Critical Competencies

•   Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
•   Strong Legal background.
•   Ability to handle confidential information.
•   Ability to work with high profile personalities.
•   Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
•   Able to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders.

Location: Accra

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: 25 February, 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.  WV is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Vacancy For Project Manager At World Vision International

Posted on: February 13th, 2015 by Ghana Jobs

{World Vision International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,31 Mar-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

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for a highly qualified, proactive, and motivated person to fill the position of Project Manager to manage a Business Processing Outsourcing Project (BPO Project).

Purpose of position

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for the coordination of the smooth operation of the BPO Project. He/she will also be responsible for the leadership and training of the BPO team as well as general administration which include Finance and Human Resource.

The Package

•   The Position is Based in Amasaman
•   The Position reports to the Food Security and Economic Development Coordinator
•   The Position comes with an attractive salary package

Key Responsibilities but not limited to the following:

•   Provide overall management and coordination of the Project.
•   Support the development and implementation of innovative ideas and strategies.
•   Work with the team to ensure an effective, performance measurement framework as well as ensure that monthly / quarterly review programs are implemented.
•   Oversee the budget for the BPO and work closely with the World Vision Ghana Finance team to ensure timely issue of invoices, payment of invoices as well as assisting with monthly reconciliation.
•   Ensure weekly and monthly reporting as directed by BPO Management to ensure all results are tracked according to stated guidelines and client’s requirements..

Qualification Required & Experience

The Candidate must have:

•   University degree or related fields.  Good previous experience essential.
•   5  Years work experience within a Business Processing Outsourcing environment or related field
•   Strong management skills and experience in managing staff essential.
•   Proven leadership skills and experience in people management.
•   Skills and experience in internal as well as external stakeholder engagement including clients, donors, government and private sector and experience with coordination of multi-stakeholder forums and steering committees.
•   Self- starter and team player with high standards and solid command of technical issues
•   Strong interpersonal skills
•   Strong English communication skills (oral and written).
•   Ability to work in and contribute to team building as well as motivating staff.
•   Willingness to be innovative and flexible, while still ensuring achievement of BPO results.

Location: Amasaman, Accra

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: 18 February, 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.

WV is an equal opportunity employer