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

Background

The Ghana Malaria Vector Control Project is USAID’s next generation malaria vector control project. This project provides a comprehensive and dynamic approach to empower the government, civil society and the private sector to create sustainable systems to improve access, ownership and promote appreciation and use of LLIN and other malaria vector control technologies. The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health Center for Communication Programs (JHU-CCP) is leading a consortium of partners in implementing this project which planned to last for two to four years. These partners are the Population Services International (PSI), Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA), Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) and Tulane University.

Job Title: Zonal Continuous Distribution Officer (CDO)
Reports to: The Continuous Distribution Manager (CDM)
Positions available: 3 (To be based in Ashanti, Greater Accra, and Western Regions)

Overview of Position

The LLIN Continuous Distribution Zonal Officers (CDO) will provide effective leadership and coordination of field operations in designated regions (zones) in the implementation of LLIN continuous distribution for the Ghana Malaria Vector Control Project. The CDO will serve as the liaison between the project and its field partners at all levels in the regions, especially with the Ghana Heath Service, Ghana Education Service and District Assemblies. He/She will serve as the coordinator overseeing LLIN continuous distribution activities and other vector control interventions in the designated zones.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

•   Work as the facilitator for the LLIN Continuous Distribution Coordination Teams in the regions
•   Organize and facilitate orientation meetings and training activities on LLIN continuous distribution for identified zonal, regional, district, and community level personnel
•   Support planning and implementation of health facility, schools and other identified channels of LLIN continuous distribution
•   Pay regular visits to districts, health facilities, communities and schools to monitor the effective implementation of LLIN continuous distribution and community-focused activities
•   Work with regional and district level personnel to monitor and ensure effective implementation of LLIN continuous distribution, supply chain management and LLIN availability at all levels for health facility-based distributions
•   Advocate with private sector companies in the designated zones to adopt the Malaria Safe strategy, using social marketing approaches in making LLIN available to their employees
•   Advocate with leadership of District, Municipal and Metropolitan Assemblies Social Services Sub Committees to support various vector control interventions in the districts and municipalities
•   Support the project’s Monitoring and Evaluation Team in the planning and implementation  of research activities on LLIN continuous distribution program, net use behavior and other vector control activities
•   Support planning and implementation of health facility, schools and community-focused LLIN BCC programs in collaboration with Health Promotion Officers at all levels
•   Serve as the link between the Ghana Malaria Vector Control Project and local media (print and radio) in ensuring correct information on malaria, LLIN access, use and care, and also relevant success stories are collected and disseminated

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences including Health Promotion and Management, Social Studies and related disciplines
•   Minimum 4 years’ experience working in malaria control and in particular Insecticidal Nets Distribution and promotion of use or related fields
•   Experience in health extension programs organization, management and coordination of partner activities
•   Experience in development and facilitation of trainings and other capacity development activities, particularly in the health sector
•   Significant experience in program management and reporting
•   Strong working experience with local partners at regional and district levels, both in the private and public sector
•   Experience in managing a USAID project is desirable
•   Experience in monitoring and evaluation is desirable
•   Excellent planning and organizational skills
•   Excellent writing and presentation skills
•   Strong computer skills is required

Location: Greater Accra, Ashanti and Western Regions

How To Apply For The Job

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, CV and references to:-

networksmalaria@gmail.com

You must indicate “Ghana Zonal Continuous Distribution Officer” in the subject line of the email. Please also include the zone to which you would like to be considered.

Closing Date: 10 December, 2014

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

Global Communities (formerly CHF International) a Non-Governmental Organization is seeking an experienced professional to fill the position of Gender Specialist for the 5-year USAID funded Resiliency in Northern Ghana (RING) project. This project will integrate local government capacity building, livelihood and nutrition promotion in the northern region.

Job Title: Gender Specialist
Reports To: Chief of Party

The Gender Specialist will serve as the lead advisor in identifying gender-based constraints facing women and men in the targeted communities and steering program activities to directly address these issues. S/he will be expected to engage with all areas of program implementation to ensure gender mainstreaming practices are being utilized. The Gender Specialist will be responsible for implementing gender assessments and reviewing gender data in monitoring reports. Additional responsibilities will include:

•   Advise staff on ways to promote women empowerment and gender equality through program interventions, and advise on how to tailor each intervention to ensure that women are able to attend and participate fully;
•   Support in the M&E collection and interpretation for gender specific indicators and support external participants (such as external evaluators or consultants);
•   Serve as the program resource for gender based questions and engage with stakeholders on gender issues being addressed by the program.
•   Oversee the development and implementation of a gender equity and social inclusion strategy, to effectively include gender and social inclusion considerations in all project activities.
•   Working collaboratively with project management, design and implement sub-activities to foster understanding of gender and social inclusion concepts among project personnel and implementing partners.
•   Support project staff and local implementing partners to incorporate gender based approaches to program implementation.
•   Plan and implement activities to overcome barriers to women’s participation in the program.
•   Plan and implement activities to expand the involvement and participation of women in decision making at all levels and in all institutions related to policy, investment allocation, program development and implementation.
•   Ensure that project targets for gender and social inclusion are met, and provide inputs to project monitoring and evaluation systems including the appropriate use of gender and social inclusion indicators.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Advanced degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies or a relevant field;
•   Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbal
•   Proven record of achieving development impacts in a similar context;
•   5-10 years’ experience in a  USAID funded program under contract

Location: Tamale

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent to:-

gcring1@gmail.com

Closing Date: 15 December, 2014

{Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,28 Dec-2014};

The goal of the Gender Coordinator is to ensure that consideration of the specific gender-based constraints faced by women and men are integrated into all aspects of the GROW project.  This integration will be critical to the project’s ability to facilitate sustained change for women farmers and their families.

The Gender Coordinator will work closely with project implementing partners to ensure that they are also bringing a gender lens to their outreach to community leaders, men and women in the areas where the project is operating.  Specifically the Gender Coordinator will assist in the design and delivery of training for these partners and with each partner, identify a gender focal point on the partner’s project team.  Through these designated focal points, the Gender Coordinator will provide on-going capacity building to the teams regarding the integration of gender analysis into the project’s implementation.

There may be opportunities to provide gender information and training to other project partners and stakeholders. This could take the form of preparing and delivering workshops for a range of project stakeholder to ensure they understand the specific gender context in which the project is working and the unique constrains women farmers face and how the project is providing support to overcome these barriers.

The Gender Coordinator will work closely with MEDA’s Headquarters-based Gender Advisor.  The Gender Advisor will design and deliver gender training for the GROW staff and by including the Gender Coordinator in this event will provide on-the-job training.  This direct interaction will be supplemented by regular distance consultation and field visits.

The Gender Coordinator will report to the Program Coordinator and will coordinate closely with the Agriculture Technical Specialist, Financial Services Specialist, Value Chain Coordinator and the Nutrition Coordinator to ensure that project interventions are shaped by gender considerations.

Duties

•   Develop contacts with other gender specialists working in the area as well as women serving organizations focused on gender issues.  Identify resources on which the project can draw to deepen the understanding of gender constraints by staff, partners and clients.
•   Regularly consult with MEDA Gender Advisor and support her regular field visits
•   With the assistance of the MEDA Gender Advisor:
1) Extend the current gender analysis to more clearly understand the specific roles/responsibilities, access/control, decision making/power and needs/priorities of women in the communities in which the project operates
2) Assess the extension information needs of women farmers, focusing on content, timing and most appropriate distribution channels and the current input supply services being provided including an assessment of the needs of women farmers focusing on content, timing and most appropriate distribution channels
3) Assist in the design and delivery of gender training for staff and partners.
•   Work closely with other project team members to remain current on project implementation and to consistently assist the project team to integrate gender considerations into implementation plans and activities.
•   With the Key Facilitating Partners identify gender focal points on each project facilitation team and work closely with these contacts to continue to learn about gender issues at that community level as well as to provide support to the partners’ teams to assist women in addressing barriers to full economic participation.
•   Continuously research new resources that can strengthen the project team and partners and expand their understanding of gender dynamics to strengthen project outcomes.
•   Facilitate gender training for women farmers and their families, particularly following-up to strengthen the capacity of families to incorporate this training into family dynamics.
•   Participate in project planning, monitoring and evaluation, identification of lessons learned and ongoing improvement of project implementation as needed.
•   Will act as point-person for one of MEDA’s Key Facilitating Partners
•   Carry out tasks as assigned by supervisor and project management team.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Demonstrated understanding of gender issues and analytical tools and approaches
•   Experience working on women-focused programs.
•   Degree in a related field  and minimum of 3 years’ experience in programming designed to assist women to improve their economic situation
•   Demonstrated ability to work well with others
•   Comfort in public presentation and the ability to clearly articulate ideas and design/deliver participatory training.
•   Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values and goals

Location: Upper West Region

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit letter of application and resume to:-

grow@meda.org

Closing Date: 01 January, 2015

•   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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

Grameen Foundation (GF) helps the world’s poorest people reach their full potential, by connecting their determination and skills with the resources they need.  In Ghana, Grameen Foundation develops mobile phone based solutions to strengthen health care delivery and improve health behaviors, particularly for the rural poor, and is starting up a new program that will use mobile phones to help smallholder farmers improve their efficiency and productivity.

The Consultant is expected to design the M&E framework and architecture and provide guidance and recommendations on developing the M&E tools for the ICT Challenge program in Ghana.  There are 2 deliverables required from the Consultant during the engagement:

•   M&E framework,
•   architecture of the M&E system.

The expected duration of the consultancy is 20 working days, spread over 2 months from January until February 2015.  The Consultant will work closely with GF’s Global Director for Mobile Agriculture and members of the ICT Challenge project team including the Project Director, User-Centered Design Consultant, Lead, Monitoring & Evaluation and Data Analysts.

Key Deliverables and Detailed Scope of Work

Deliverable #1: M&E Framework

Deadline: January 30, 2015 (Draft), February 28, 2015 (Final)

•   Develop specific key performance indicators that map out to the project outputs and outcomes including operational and impact metrics
•   Ensure monitoring and evaluation framework is aligned with existing systems of consortium partners and Grameen Foundation as well as aligned with the ICT Challenge global M&E framework provided by USAID

Deliverable #2: Flow chart illustrating the architecture of the M&E system

Deadlines: February 15, 2015 (Draft), February 28, 2015 (Final)

•   Design systems and processes for conducting ongoing M&E and how M&E outputs will be embedded in decision making and program management
•   Highlight integration points (activities, data sources and timing) for Grameen Foundation and consortium partners
•   Design process flow of M&E system with specific steps and short description for each

ADDITIONAL COMMENT

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in appropriate circumstances to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents in addition to a cover letter:

•   Detailed Curriculum Vitae stating current and latest posts  (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities.
•   Certifies photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification.
•   Names, e-mail addresses and  telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related).
•   Applications should reach the following address: Rita Nikoi: rnaadeinikoi@grameenfoundation.org
•   INDICATE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR IN THE SUBJECT LINE.

Closing Date: 11 December, 2015

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

Grameen Foundation (GF) helps the world’s poorest people reach their full potential, by connecting their determination and skills with the resources they need.  In Ghana, Grameen Foundation develops mobile phone based solutions to strengthen health care delivery and improve health behaviors, particularly for the rural poor, and is starting up a new program that will use mobile phones to help smallholder farmers improve their efficiency and productivity.

JOB SUMMARY & KEY PRIORITIES:

This position will be responsible for leading monitoring and evaluation efforts for the ICT Challenge project.  The Lead, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), will work closely with the Program Director and collaborate with key stakeholders to implement the ICT Challenge project, a USAID initiative focused on providing ICT support to accelerate the adoption of new technologies that will yield food security and nutrition crops.  This individual will use knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices to assist in the design and execution of an M&E framework for a project focused on developing a scalable suite of ICT-based services that will enable extension networks, input suppliers, and other value chain players to reach Ghanaian farmers with critical information on new agriculture technologies and promote their adoption and correct use in specific value chains such as maize, rice, sorghum, cassava, yam, and cowpea.

KEY RESULTS:

This role is accountable for supporting the design and execution of the project’s monitoring and evaluation plan.  Accountable for:

•   Assisting in the design of the monitoring and evaluation framework for New Alliance ICT Extension Challenge Fund
•   Assisting in the design of baseline surveys, farm management plans, and monitoring tools
•   Accompanying human-centered design consultant to conduct research on farmer needs
•   Leading and supporting needs assessment exercises with smallholder farmers
•   Ensuring equity and access standards, including gender and poverty goals and targets, are embedded in project design and outreach, including extension agent recruitment and support and farmer targeting
•   Implementing project M&E and overseeing data quality for surveys, baseline information, farm management plans, monitoring tools, and farmer meeting and information service logs
•   Overseeing quality and input of agricultural content that will be uploaded on CKW Search, GF’s mobile reference guide
•   Overseeing quality and input of videos and SMS campaigns for New Alliance ICT Extension Challenge Fund
•   Conducting field level monitoring and using outputs to track progress against M&E framework
•   Analyzing data produced by project M&E system, including quantitative and qualitative data, and presenting findings and recommendations to management
•   Designing and building reports and dashboards for data analytics
•   Monitoring quantitative data on key performance indicators and leading periodic qualitative research to understand trends
•   Setting data protocols for ensuring data quality
•   Producing data and writing supporting narrative as input into all project reports

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

•   Deep understanding of challenges facing poor, smallholder farmers and corresponding product/solution needs; combined with deep commitment to eradicating poverty
•   Understanding of the local context, target audience needs
•   Strong execution skills, and ability to overcome and work around operational obstacles
•   Excellent quantitative analysis skills
•   Ability to lead qualitative exercises to solicit insights on needs and impact, with broad battery of qualitative tools
•   Mastery of one or more statistical analysis tools (e.g. SPSS, SAS, STATA, R)
•   Communication and relationship management skills; with an ability to influence others without authority, and deliver results with diverse partners
•   Ability to analyze data, identify issues and recommendations, and work with stakeholders to get decisions in a timely manner.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Masters degree in Statistics, Econometrics, Populations Studies/Demography or related
•   5- 8 years experience in designing and executing field program M&E
•   Strong knowledge of international best practice in M&E
•   Experience conducting impact assessments

ADDITIONAL COMMENT

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made in appropriate circumstances to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should submit the following documents in addition to a cover letter:

•   Detailed Curriculum Vitae stating current and latest posts  (WITH DATES) as well as summary of job responsibilities
•   Certifies photocopies of relevant certificates of highest academic qualification
•   Names, e-mail addresses and  telephone numbers of three (3) Referees (work-related)
•   Applications should reach the following address not later than November 30,2014

rnaadeinikoi@grameenfoundation.org

Closing Date: 15 December, 2015

INDICATE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR IN THE SUBJECT LINE.

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

BACKGROUND:

SNV Netherlands Development Organization is an International NGO with a long-term local presence in 38 developing countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Our global team of advisors work with local partners to equip communities, businesses and organisations with the tools, knowledge and connections they need to increase their incomes and gain access to basic services, thereby empowering them to break the cycle of poverty and guide their own development. Present in Ghana since 1992, SNV is organized in 3 sectors: Agriculture, Renewable Energy and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH).

The Company is implementing a 5-Year WASH project with an objective to provide access to finance at both the household and MSME level. The project will also provide the technical assistance that MSMEs require to grow and be profitable. This will be funds channeled through a financial institution for on-lending to households & SMEs within the WASH sector. Households are expected to use the loans to obtain improved sanitation facilities in their homes whilst the SMEs are expected to use these loans for either working capital or for capital expenditure (to better offer WASH products and services to individuals).

Position Summary:

The Project Coordinator will provide technical leadership and managerial oversight over the MESO WASH Fund. The PC is responsible for ensuring timely and successful implementation of the Fund, oversight and reporting of activities, and project deliverables. The PC interacts directly with Country Director and manages relationships with donor, partner financial institutions and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

•   Liaise with Donor and Partner Financial Institutions to establish an efficient credit/lending facility for SMEs in the WASH sector
•   Fund Management & Team Leadership: ensuring fund management and lending guidelines are adhered to by Partner Financial Institutions to enhance sustainability of the fund
•   Lead the implementation of TA interventions for entrepreneurship development, business coaching, local NGO support, increasing financial literacy, etc.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Post-graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in Entrepreneurship, Finance, Management, Project Management, Water & Sanitation or related discipline.
•   At least 12 years’ senior-level experience in managing large scale development projects in the area of capacity development, fund management, micro finance, entrepreneurship, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) etc. in Ghana & West Africa
•   Understanding of the wash sector and capable of suggesting interventions throughout the MESO financing structure
•   Possess a good understanding of financial markets in developing countries preferably Ghana
•   Proven leadership and ability to build and motivate diverse and talented teams
•   Strong communication skills and ability to manage stakeholders across various sectors (private, public, and donors)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please upload your CV online by clicking the link below.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 14 December, 2012

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

MSI’s goal is to meet the needs of the underserved and dramatically improve access to the use of family planning and other reproductive health services. MSIG is part of Marie Stopes International’s Global Partnership, which operates in over 43 countries worldwide.

Job Summary

The M&E Coordinator is responsible for guiding the overall M&E strategy and implementation of related activities within MSIG and its partners. S/he is responsible for providing timely and relevant information to project stakeholders,

Key Responsibilities include:

•   Coordinate the development of M&E system to ensure  that the overall design aligns with MSIG programmatic framework.
•   Review existing indicators, streamline and harmonize indicator set and reporting tools to meet the requirements of the program
•   Establish and manage routine internal reporting processes related to data collection
•   Work closely with the data management team and specialists to ensure adequate coordination and supervision of ongoing and new projects
•   Coordinate the development, compilation and sharing of evidence in a timely manner to enhance effective decision
•   Develop plans, including logical frameworks and accurate budgets to conduct evaluations
•   Provide leadership and capacity building for M&E officers/Assistants/field data collectors
•   Facilitate the training of M&E officers, field data collectors and community participants
•   Contribute input in support of research and grant proposals, publications and conference presentations
•   Research and pursue innovations that might present research opportunities for MSI
•   Coordinate and Supervise the work of the M & E Officers and manage the   M & E unit

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Statistics, Mathematics or Economics
•   Masters in Population Studies or related field will be an advantage
•   Fluent English both oral and written.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested and qualified applicants should send their applications addressed to:

Director –  Human Resource and Admin
Marie Stopes Int. Ghana
PMB 267, Accra

Or by e-mail through:

recruitments@mariestopes.org.gh

Please label application and email with the exact job title if indicated.

Closing Date: 10 December, 2014