{Jhpiego,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Dec-2014};

We are an internationally recognized non-governmental organization focused on preventing the needless deaths of women and their families. Our Ghana office is seeking a qualified, skilled and highly motivated candidate to fill the position of Monitoring Specialist on the USAID-funded Maternal and Child Survival Program (MCSP). This is a local hire position and international allowances are not available.

Position Overview

MCSP is working with the Ghana Health Service to improve pre-service education for midwifery and nursing, and to strengthen the management and support systems for community-based health planning and services (CHPS). The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will be based in Accra, Ghana with field travel, and will lead the development and implementation of the project’s performance management systems and will support project evaluation and learning.

Responsibilities:

•   Lead establishment and implementation of a project-wide performance management system based on the goals of the project. This will include defining indicators, establishing baselines, setting targets, developing data collection tools and standard information management systems.
•   Manage all aspects of routine project monitoring including review and analysis of data, including data extracted from DHIMS2.
•   Plan and conduct routine field visits to ensure ongoing progress, quality and effectiveness of project activities.
•   Provide training and support to technical leads, project officers, and government partners on tool/instrument development, quality assurance, data collection and verification and data-informed decision-making.
•   Provide frequent, relevant updates on project progress to inform programmatic decision-making, including participation in quarterly program reviews and exploration of various methods of data presentation such as dashboards.
•   Develop influential presentation materials for varying audiences.
•   Contribute to quarterly reports, including tracking performance against benchmarks and targets for both the donor and headquarters.
•   Providing data to support project communications, such as success stories.
•   Support program learning and other research activities to be led by Research Specialist.
•   Mentor and support Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Assistant in tool development, data cleaning, basic data analysis and other routine monitoring activities.
•   Perform other tasks as necessary as part of the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research team.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Master’s or other advanced qualification in public health, business administration, epidemiology, statistics, or relevant degree with at least 3 years of experience in design and implementation of a performance management system or a bachelor’s qualification with at least five years of relevant experience.
•   Excellent computer skills, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and proficiency in at least one statistical software package (e.g., SPSS, Stata, EpiInfo, Access).
•   Excellent writing, communication, computer and organizational skills.
•   Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
•   Ability to work in a team and independently with minimum supervision.
•   Fluent spoken and written English.
•   Ability and willingness to travel domestically up to 30% of the time

Preferred Skills and Experience:

•   Knowledge of USAID M&E and reporting requirements strongly desired.
•   Experience in human subjects research preferred.
•   Experience supporting donor-funded pre-service midwifery or nursing education or CHPS programs preferred.
•   Experience with District Health Information Management System (DHIMS2) preferred.
•   Ghanaian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please apply with a cover letter and detailed CV including three referees. Either email applications to:

work2savelives@gmail.com

or post to:

HR Department
PMB 18
Legon
Accra

Closing Date: 19 December, 2014

{CUTS International,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Dec-2014};

CUTS International (Accra Ghana) is registered civil society and non-profit organization working in the areas of consumer protection, trade and development, economic regulation and investment, competition policy and law as well as governance. Established in 1983 as a voice of the poor to express their developmental needs and aspirations, CUTS International is a leading Southern voice and face of consumer empowerment through its rights-based approach and activities for influencing the process and content of inclusive growth and development. CUTS has offices in Geneva, Nairobi, Accra, Lusaka, Hanoi, Jaipur and Delhi.

Job Summary

•   Administer and monitor interviews to both consumers and small business holders in communities in the Greater Accra and Ashanti Regions
•   Adhere to all CUTS field research survey administration and data collection protocols
•   Be honest in all deals whilst on field and also maintain high confidentiality

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Must have an HND, first degree or its equivalent from a reputable accredited institution
•   Have prior work experience in survey and data collection, as well as working with rural and urban communities
•   Should be fluent and proficient in English, Ga and Twi

Timeline for the application:

•   Application Deadline: Thursday 11th December , 2014
•   Shortlisted applicants would be contacted on Friday 12th December, 2014 for interviewing
•   Orientation for data collectors: Saturday 13th December, 2014. This is will take place at CUTS Office located at 30 Oroko Avenue, Kokomlemle, Accra (Near the Challenge Books/ATTC). In Kumasi, it would be at the KNUST.
•   Date collection/field work: Monday 15th –Friday 19th December, 2014 (Accra and Kumasi)

Location: Accra and Kumasi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified applicants who meet the above stated requirements and would be available during the stipulation should send an e-mail to:

The Centre Coordinator
CUTS International Accra
30 Oroko Avenue
Kokomlemle-Accra

Or

e-mail: accra@cuts.org

Closing Date: 11 December, 2014

{British High Commission,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Dec-2014};

•   Position: Assistant Development Executive (British High Commission Accra/Scottish Development International)
•   Section: Scottish Development International
•   Grade: A2 (L)
•   Position Type: 1 Year Renewable Contract

Main purpose of job:
To provide high quality administrative support to  Scottish Development International’s (SDI) Regional Manager, Africa, and to support and contribute towards the work of the SDI team by giving help and advice to Scottish companies (ostensibly in the oil and gas sector) keen to do business in west Africa.

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve

•   Provide high quality and accurate administrative support including: arranging meetings and travel; monitoring/ordering stationery; accurately inputting contact database details; ensuring that key papers/documents are correctly filed and easily accessible; and overall smooth running of the office.
•   (under guidance) draft responses to basic enquiries; producing effective PowerPoint presentations; and compile simple briefing material.  A key element of the role is to undertake largely desk-based research on behalf of Scottish companies in order to respond to their enquiries.
•   Build a network of contacts that will be useful in the execution of the role and which could support Scottish companies.
•   A knowledge of key considerations of doing business in Ghana is important as is an understanding of some of the challenges that companies looking to do business in Ghana face.
•   Identification and articulation of opportunities for business.
•   An understanding (however basic) of the oil and gas industry and where Scotland’s key strengths lie in this sector is important as is a basic appreciation of Scotland other sectoral strengths (i.e. food and drink; creative industries; education; energy etc)

Qualification Required & Experience

Key competences required for the job:

•   Competence 1: Collaborating and Partnering
•   Competence 2: Delivering a Quality Service
•   Competence 3: Engaging Internationally
•   Competence 4: Building Capability for All

Language requirements:

•   Language: Ghanaian and English. French or Portuguese would be a bonus.
•   Level of language required: Ghanaian (native); English (fluent); French/Portuguese (functional or better)

Other skills / experience / qualifications:

•   Essential on arrival: knowledge of MS Office suite
•   Desirable: some industry experience.

Salary: GHS 1,856 Per Month

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Information for applicants

•   Subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period, the appointment will be offered on an initial one year contract.  Thereafter, the appointment will be renewed for periods of 12 months.
•   The successful applicant will need to demonstrate that they meet the requirements under Ghanaian law to work in hana and to pass (or have passed) British High Commission internal security clearance.

NOTE:

•   All applicants must be legally able to work in Ghana with the correct visa/status or work permit.
•   The British High Commission Accra/Scottish Development International is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
•   Staff recruited locally by the British High Commission in Accra are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ghanaian employment law.
•   Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted. Candidates will be required to submit two written letters of reference.
•   If you have not heard from us 3 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.  Note: Any questions you may have about this position will only be answered during interview, should you be invited.

To Apply

Applicants should submit a short (1 page maximum) covering letter stating why they are a suitable candidate for the position along with a copy of their CV and complete the application form attached. Internal applicants should submit CVs along with a copy of their most recent 24 months of appraisal evidence (i.e. two full appraisals, or however many abridged appraisals, minutes etc to make up two years’ worth of evidence) to the following email address:

Recruitment.Africa@fco.gov.uk

Closing Date: 19 December, 2014

Please quote in the subject line if you are an internal candidate, or spouse of a diplomatic officer, with the Vacancy Notice No: 1/14 ACC

{UNHCR,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Dec-2014};

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Representation in Ghana invites well-qualified Ghanaian nationals to apply for the post of Assistant Refugee Status Determination {RSD) Officer, NOA in Accra, Ghana.

Duration of Consultancy: One Year Initially (There is a lien to the post)

The Assistant RSD Officer will work under the direct supervision of the Protection Officer. The responsibilities of the Assistant RSD Officer will include the following:
 
Functional Statement
Accountability (key results that will be achieved)

•   UNHCR’s   RSD  procedures  are   implemented   in   accordance  with relevant UNHCR standards and policies, including policies related to age, gender, and diversity rmainstreaming (AGDM).
•   Persons of concern have fair and transparent access to the RSD procedures.
•   Fraud in the RSD process is identified and appropriately addressed.

Responsibility (process and functions undertaken to achieve results)

•   Stay abreast of Iegal, political, security and other developments which impact on the protection environment, and in particular, on protection delivery through RSD.
•   Assist in the development of the RSD strategy of the operation and in the annual planning exercise.
•   Conduct RSD interviews and draft RSD Assessments in accordance with applicable standards and guidelines.
•   Review and endorse RSD decisions and provide appropriate feedback and guidance to RSD staff.
•   Maintain accurate and up-to date records and data related to alt work on individual cases.
•   Provide counselling to asylum seekers and refugees.
•   Assist in preventing and identifying fraud in RSD through oversight, advice and guidance to UNHCR staff, partners and persons of concern.
•   Assist in monitoring RSD trends and in compiling and analysing RSD statistics related to RSD case processing to identify and respond to developments or issues impacting on the efficiency or quality of RSD decision-making, and to propose remedial measures.
•   Conduct research on country of origin information (CO) and legal issues related to RSD and assist in maintaining a local repository of relevant information, guidelines and standards accessible to RSD staff in the operation.
•   Ensure that persons of concern. Government authorities and legal partners have accurate information on the RSD procedures, including UNHCR standards, policy and practice.
•   Assist in developing and maintaining processes to ensure that persons of concern, Government authorities and partners have accurate information on the RSD procedures, including UNHCR standards, policies and practice.
•   Assist in initiatives to advocate with and support Government authorities and legal partners to establish and strengthen fair and efficient RSD procedures and RSD decision-making.
•   Assist in evaluating and projecting RSD staffing needs using the RSD Staffing Benchmarks

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

•   Decide and endorse RSD decisions

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

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University Degree in law, political science, international relations or another related field.
•   Minimum 2 years of relevant professional job experience, preferably in the area of refugee protection, human rights or international humanitarian law.
•   Knowledge of international Refugee Law and Human Rights Law and ability to apply the relevant legal principles.
•   Strong research and analytical skills.
•   Excellent oral and written communication skills
•   Excellent knowledge of English and working knowledge of another UN language

Required Managerial & Cross Functional Competence

•   Judgement and Decision Making
•   Analytical Thinking
•   Planning and Organizing

Desirable Qualification & Competencies

•   Working experience with procedures and principles related to RSD is highly desirable.
•   Experience as a decision-maker in UNHCR or Government RSD procedures.
•   Experience in counselling asylum seekers or refugees.
•   Experienced working with vulnerable or traumatized individuals.
•    Completion of UNHCR’s RSD Learning  Programme, COI Learning
•   Programme, or Protection Learning Programme.
•   Knowledge of another official UN language.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please note that only candidates who meet the above requirements will be considered for interview. Ghanaian Nationals with the 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, Private Mail Bag
KIA, Accra

Location of Office: 16 Labone Drive, 4th Dade Walk, North Labone, Accra

Closing Date: 07 January, 2015

WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

{DAI Europe,Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Dec-2014};

Job Description:

Based on existing work plan and expected reviews and modifications, the Economic and Market Development Manager will be responsible for:

1.Economic opportunities analysis

•   Drive the analysis of non-oil economic opportunities in the Western Region.
•   Identify top sectors in each region, and evaluate them according to economic growth potential, development impact, and feasibility.
•   Develop methodology to narrow down economic sectors to a shortlist of 4-5
•   Manage deep value chain/M4P analysis of selected sectors. Potentially lead VC analysis for certain sectors.
•   Work with the Director of Programs and the rest of the team to pursue strategies in economic development and making markets work for the poor.
•   Collate and systematically organize all relevant data on potential opportunities and propose  approaches that can be implemented by consultants and advisors in facilitating the economic  and private sector development

2. Market Facilitation

•   Develop value chain implementation strategies and impact logics (results frameworks) for chosen sectors
•   Develop sector intervention plans using M4P principles
•   Select opening portfolio of interventions and design pilot programmes
•   Supervise implementation of pilot programmes and scale up successful pilots
•   Work with a range of value chain actors to impact target communities through the generation of employment and income, through product upgrading, product diversification, and or production efficiency amongst the business models of small-scale actors, in alignment with M4P principles.
•   Provide necessary assistance in the operational management of all interventions according to the project document and the associated procedures;
•   Undertake the preparation of events, including workshops, meetings, trainings
•   Develop an annual work program and action plan to ensure that the agreed priorities are operationalized and those tangible results are achieved.

3. Monitoring and Results Measurement

•   Work closely with the Director of Programme and the M&E Manager to design a monitoring and evaluation framework for the Foundation’s economic development component
•   Support the collection of data for key indicators
•   Utilize results information to validate the success/failure of interventions. Use information to continuously improve intervention design.

Qualification Required & Experience

Ideal candidates for the role should possess the following skills:

•   A highly motivated professional with the highest level of integrity.
•   Strong academic performance with advanced degree desirable – MSc/MBA in development economics, economics, social science, and business administrations.
•   Must have excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills, and the ability to work effectively at all levels
•   Experience in fund design and management
•   Strong numeracy and good analytical skills, and a willingness to make decisions based on  sound financial and development analysis
•   Good record keeping and ability to communicate about financial matters to the Funders and Advisory Council and to feel comfortable dealing with external affairs managers of oil and gas companies

Salary: Negotiable and attractive

Location: Takoradi

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should send their CVs to:-

expired@dai.com

Closing Date: 08 December, 2014