{URC – Ghana,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Degree, 5 years,20 May-2016};

•   Project: USAID Systems for Health Project
•   Department: Technical
•   Position: Technical Program Officer
•   Duty Location: Accra
•   Supervisor: Deputy Chief of Party for Health Systems

Job Summary

•   The position is one of three positions located in the Technical Office of USAID Systems for Health Project in Accra.  The incumbent will work closely with the Chief of Party and Deputy Chief of Party – Health Services to play a key role in the coordination of technical activities across the Systems for Health portfolio.

Specific Tasks

Provide coordination support to the Systems for Health technical portfolio through:

•   Monitor/record timing of activities across technical areas (via activity calendars, etc.)
•   Coordinate with Systems for Health leadership, Technical and Operations teams to suggest efficient timing of activities that will allow the project to make the best use of labour and resources
•   Follow up with technical teams on completion of activities, gathering activity deliverables for filing electronically in Systems for Health database
•   Participate in internal technical strategy and coordination meetings as well as meetings with external stakeholders, taking detailed minutes and following up with participants as necessary to finalize and distribute minutes to the Systems for Health team
•   Identification and synthesis of best practices and lessons learned across technical areas. With support from Systems for Health leadership, implement practices for improvement of Systems for Health technical processes and coordination.
•   Provide support to the Systems for Health Knowledge Management/Communications team to prepare, write and edit communication materials and deliverables such as technical briefs, success stories, quarterly/annual reports, etc.
•   Assist in developing technical content for presentations and briefings as requested

Research Support

•   Monitor and gather current technical knowledge to inform Systems for Health activities and distribute to relevant staff/stakeholders
•   As directed, support technical staff with compilation of research on specific topics to be used for revision of training materials, policies, etc.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   An advanced Degree in Public Health, Nursing, Pharmacy or related field required.
•   A minimum of 5 years work experience in a health related field.  Previous work with Ghana Health Service and/or USG funded projects preferred.  Track record of working effectively with a broad range of partners and in a team environment
•   Strong verbal and written English communication skills is required.
•   Demonstrated high-quality technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

For immediate consideration, please email your CV and Cover Letter, addressed to the

HR & Admin. Officer,
USAID Systems for Health Project,
PMB CT 134,
Accra-Ghana

To:

nafful@systemsforhealth.urc-chs.com indicating position title and location in the subject line.

Please take note of the following:

•   Only candidates who are eligible to work in Ghana for an indefinite period without a need for sponsorship will be considered for this position.
•   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you very much for your interest.

Closing Date: 20 May, 2016

{URC – Ghana,Ho-Volta Region,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,20 May-2016};

•   Project: USAID Systems for Health Project
•   Department:  Technical
•   Position:  Regional Coordinator
•   Duty Location:  Ho – Volta Region
•   Supervisor:  Senior Advisor for Regional Implementation

Job Summary

•   The position is one of five positions located in the Technical Office of USAID Systems for Health Project in Accra, Cape Coast, Takoradi, Ho, and Tamale.  Under the supervision of the Senior Advisor for Regional Implementation, the Regional Coordinator will represent the office in the specified region.
•   S/he will be the point person to coordinate and implement activities.
•   S/he will supervise the regional office staff and oversee the administrative, financial and logistic function of the regional office.
•   S/he will work closely with all stakeholders to provide on-the-ground technical support for implementation and coordination of lower-level activities in order to ensure and reinforce linkages between technical activities; integrate cross-cutting areas into programs; and foster national-to-regional and region-to-region collaborations.
•   S/he will support the documentation and/or publication of activities and sharing of lessons learned and best practices.
•   In addition, s/he will write progress reports according to USAID requirements.

Specific Tasks

•   Manage the day-to-day functions of the regional team (administrative, financial, and logistic).
•   Work closely with the teams at the Accra office (technical, program, and logistics) and support the Accra office with implementation of activities at the regional level.
•   Participate in the implementation of work-plan activities at the regional level.
•   Facilitate communication between the regional office and the Accra office.
•   Represent the project during work groups at the regional, district, sub-district, and community levels and with the staff at the primary health facilities.
•   Act as the focal liaison person between the regional offices and the Accra office.
•   Report on the activities of the regional office in a timely manner.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A Master’s degree in public health, medicine, management, education or related field is required.
•   A minimum five (5) years of relevant work experience in a similar role as a senior-level manager; previous experience working for USAID-funded health projects is an added advantage.
•   Strong knowledge of Ghana Health System
•   Excellent planning, management and organizational skills; Proven leadership skills, including effective skills in developing interpersonal relationships, negotiations, and conflict management; Proven ability to develop effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels is required.

Location: Ho, Volta Region

How To Apply For The Job

For immediate consideration, please email your CV and Cover Letter, addressed to the

HR & Admin. Officer,
USAID Systems for Health Project,
PMB CT 134,
Accra-Ghana

To:

nafful@systemsforhealth.urc-chs.com indicating position title and location in the subject line.

Please take note of the following:

•   Only candidates who are eligible to work in Ghana for an indefinite period without a need for sponsorship will be considered for this position.
•   Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you very much for your interest.

Closing Date: 20 May, 2016

{Fhi360,Accra,Full-Time, GH,Masters Degree, 5 years,30 Mar-2016};

Job Description:

•   Performs and provides technical and programmatic support duties.
•   Lead engagement and ongoing communication with stakeholders, including coordination of the Technical working group
•   Coordinates community implementation in partnership with project stakeholders including local facilities of GHS, Pharmacy Council, mHealth technology providers and the licensed chemicla seelers.
•   Provides weekly updates to direct supervisor.
•   Tracks project performance indicators, routinely reviews and summarises project data and contributes to quarterly reports.
•   Provides technical guidance and support for the program officer and M&E/ICT officer on the project.
•   Oversees the development of Hypertension control project training materials and the development of behavior change communication materials and plan/facilitate planned trainings.
•   Oversees the conduct of routine QA in the project implementation district.
•   Prepares annual reports and submit to direct supervisor and LPD for final review.
•   Liaises with supervisor and IT analyst to routinely archive project records, reports and data on FHI 360 Ghana office’s server.
•   Identifies opportunities to promote the project through local technical fora
•   Plans miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Minimum of a master’s degree in Public Health or Health Systems or related field.
•   In-depth Knowledge of NCDs, especially Hypertension is required.
•   At least five (5) years of experience on a project of similar scope and size
•   Experience in proofreading an editing technical documents, including national guidelines and training material.
•   Should be skilled in facilitation, coordination, report writing and trainings.
•   Experience working with the Ghana Health Service in a plus
•   Strong understanding of health delivery in Ghana required.
•   Knowledge of world, powerpoint and Excel required
•   Ability to coordinate a variety of tasks simultaneously and interact effectively with a diverse group of people.
•   Fluency in language skills of programme area an asset
•   Capacity to develop working relationship with a relevant institutions.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To apply for this position, send cover letter and CV to:

recruitmentghana6@fhi360.org

Closing Date: 30 March, 2016