{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

A reputable school established in Mamprobi invites applications from suitable and qualified persons, for appointments to the following position; Administrator / Secretary

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Have a minimum of a degree in administration or management from a recognized university.
•   Have a minimum of 2years related office, clerical, secretarial or commercial work experience.
•   Have good interpersonal and communication skills
•   Have strong administrative and leadership skills
•   Computer literacy is mandatory
•   High sense of integrity

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should forward application materials (cover letter, curriculum vitae with contact information for three (3) referees, and copies of certificate) electronically to:

upaacademy@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 05 August, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

An Organization in Accra has vacancy for a Secretary

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Trained Secretary
•   Some level of experience in Sales / Marketing or Accounting would be an advantage and should be a computer literate.
•   Minimum of 3 years experience

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please send application to:-

The Manager
P.O.Box NT 117
Accra – New Town

Closing Date: 15 August, 2013

{Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,30 Aug-2013};

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA) is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to creating, evaluating, and replicating innovative solutions to poverty and policy problems worldwide. IPA specializes in using randomized impact evaluation to assess the effectiveness of development programs.

Job Summary

IPA is seeking Interviewers/Moderators and Transcriptionists/Translators to hire on a temporary one-month contract starting in approximately mid-August and extending through approximately mid-September. Interviewers/Moderators will conduct in-depth interviews and moderate focus group discussions; Translators/Transcriptionists will translate into English and transcribe audio recordings of the in-depth interviews and focus group discussions for the Communication for Development (C4D) Initiative. The research project will collect data from community members, health workers and C4D implementing partner staff in the Northern, Upper East and Upper West regions to measure the health impacts of the C4D intervention activities on practice of five key health behaviors (sleeping under an insecticide-treated mosquito net; home treatment of diarrhea using oral rehydration salts; hand washing with soap; exclusive breastfeeding; and delivering with a skilled birth attendant). The interviewer/moderator position will require extensive travel within and across the three northern regions. The translator/transcriptionist position will be based in Tamale and will not require travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Interviewers/Moderators/Translators/Transcriptionists will work closely with both international and local researchers and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

Data Collection

•   Work with community leaders to identify and recruit focus group discussion participants from local communities
•   Screen participants for eligibility and ensure informed consent process is thoroughly conducted for all participants
•   Conduct in-depth interviews with health workers and C4D implementing partner staff
•   Direct FGD discussions
•   Draw participants out and encouraging people to speak during the discussion
•   Moderate dominant or inappropriate participants without disrupting the group
•   Take minimal notes during interviews
•   Handle environmental conditions, and respond to unexpected interruptions
•   Record the discussion
•   Follow-up on comments made by respondents that need clarification
•   Make the group of participants feel comfortable and safe
•   Have a good understanding of the subject matter for discussion
•   Assist in organizing the focus group discussion, i.e. logistics planning, identify locations, advance contact with participants etc.
•   Debrief with team after interviews or focus group sessions
•   Provide suggestions for improving interview guides and interviewing techniques.

Data Translation/Transcription

•   Listening to original recording material in local language/English and type out focus group discussion and in-depth Interview texts in English to ensure that translations from the local language retain the content, meaning of the original material
•   Check translations of technical and/or medical terms from local language terminology to ensure that they are accurate and remain consistent throughout translation revisions into English language
•   Proofreading to correct spelling mistakes in English
•   Accurately relay style or tone so that meaning remains the same when translating or interpreting from local language to English language
•   Adhering to strict deadlines when dealing with translating written material
•   Protecting the confidentiality of materials as required.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A diploma or University degree in Social Sciences, Ghanaian language or English language is an advantage
•   Strong oral and written communications skills in English is required
•   Strong oral proficiency and basic grammatical knowledge of Frafra, Dagbani and/or Dagaare is required
•   Knowledge of multiple or additional languages used in the Northern, Upper East and Upper West regions is an advantage
•   Ability to understand and grasp various expressions, idioms and specific vocabulary and their uses
•   Good listening skills and a high level of attention to detail
•   Able to refrain from making comments or suggestions that will bias interviews/focus group discussions (interviewers/moderators only)
•   Previous experience conducting interviews or moderating focus groups (interviewers/moderators only) preferred
•   Previous experience working with poor communities and women (interviewers/moderators only) preferred
•   Willingness to work evenings if needed, and to travel to sites if required (interviewers/moderators only)
•   Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word and excellent typing skills is required (translators/transcriptionists only);
•   Experience in transcription (at least one year) is preferred (translators/transcriptionists only).

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please submit your complete CV and cover letter by email to jobs-ghana@poverty-action.org copying sgardiner@poverty-action.org, using the subject line: IPA Ghana C4D Interviewer/Transcriptionist:  Firstname Lastname, no later than August 2, 2013. All documents should be submitted as attachments, and the file names should include the name of the applicant.

•   The documents may be submitted in Word document or PDF format.  Applicants should include a list of the languages in which they are proficient in the body of the email, as well as indicating if they have a strong preference for either the interviewer/moderator or the translator/transcriptionist role.
•   Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted by email or phone.

Closing Date: 02 August, 2013

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

A renowned Real Estate Investment Trust is looking for suitably qualified persons for employment in its Accra office at the Airport Residential Area. Details are shown below:

REF No. : FR/GH/SN/002
Job Title: Executive Secretary / Front Desk Executive
Salary Range: Negotiable

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Professional secretary with a Degree / HND in Human Resource Mgt
•   The person must be a good listener with Reading Comprehension skills, able to keep to Time Management and communicate well, Service Oriented individual with excellent Customer and Personal Service
•   A computer literate with Administrative and Management capabilities

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should forward their applications (quoting the reference number) to:-

No.2 Odoi Kwao Street
Airport Residential Area Opposite National
Banking College (Ecobank ATM)
Accra

Or send you application to:-

1streitceo@gmail.com

You can call:

+233(0)508-308-784  for directions to deliver your application by hand.

Closing Date: 17 July, 2013

{Access Management Consult,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Jul-2013};

Job Summary

•   Answering telephone calls/taking messages;
•   Organizing and servicing meetings (producing agendas, taking minutes etc);
•   Typing/word processing; maintaining diaries/arranging appointments; filing;
•   Managing databases; recruiting, training and supervising junior staff.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Fluency in English language
•   IT skills
•   Secretarial skills
•   Attention to detail
•   Flexibility
•   Interpersonal
•   Team working
•   Organizational skills.

Salary: 800 Ghana cedis

Location: Spintex, Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applicant must forward CV to:-

accessconsult@ymail.com

Closing Date: 26 July, 2013

{Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT),Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

The Ghana National Association of Teachers invites applications from suitably qualified Ghanaians who are goal-oriented, results-driven with good leadership qualities and enthusiasm for appointment to the above position.

Object of the Position:
To provide overall professional and strategic leadership, technical, policy and administrative direction and guidance for the achievement of the mandate of the Association.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•   Initiates and advises the Council on the formulation of policies on matters pertaining to the Association
•   Day-to-day administration of the Association
•   Provides technical and managerial leadership for the programmes and activities of the Association
•   Co-ordinates the activities of sub-committees of the Council
•   Represents the Association on national/international bodies/agencies connected with organised labour matters
•   Exercises oversight responsibility for the efficient and effective management of resources (human, material and finance) of the Association
•   Leads the development, implementation, co-ordination, monitoring and evaluation of the Association’s policies, strategic plans and programmes
•   Ensures the availability of appropriate internal structures, controls, management and decision-making systems and processes of the Association
•   Mobilises funding from development partners and other stakeholders for the Association
•   Prepares and submits quarterly, annual and other periodic reports on the Association’s activities to the Council
•   Builds and manages an effective and dedicated cross-cultural work team
•   Collaborates and builds relationships with Government, Public and Private sector partners and other stakeholders in carrying out the Association’s mandate
•   Serves as Chief Negotiator with the Government, the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service

Salary: Attractive

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from an accredited tertiary institution
•   Must be a professional teacher and a member of the Ghana National Association of Teachers in good standing
•   A Master’s Degree in relevant field will be an added advantage
•   A minimum of fifteen (15) years relevant work experience, five (5) years of which must be in a Senior Management position in the Ghana Education Service

Competencies:

•   Extensive leadership, networking, monitoring and management skills
•   Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
•   Negotiating, lobbying and conflict resolution skills
•   Contract, change and project management skills
•   Policy analysis, formulation and review skills
•   Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
•   Capacity to inspire and motivate people around him/her
•   Good knowledge of financial, procurement, budgeting, Labour and auditing regulations
•   Excellent knowledge of relevant computer applications

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should obtain and complete four (4) Application Forms, which are available on the website, the National and Regional Offices of the Ghana National Association of Teachers. The completed applications with current Curriculum Vitae, in sealed envelopes, must reach the address:

The Secretary
Public Services Commission
P. O. BOX GP 1618
Accra

Closing Date: 30 June, 2013

{Morning Star School Ltd,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

The Morning Star School Ltd is seeking qualified applicants for the teaching positions in the Primary, JHS and High Schools. Teaching Positions include the following:- Secretary

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications should be sent to:-

The Director, Administration
The Monitoring Start School Limited
P.O.Box CT 737
Cantoments, Accra

Email: riobesi@gmail.com  Or principal.moshigh@mostarschool.edu.gh

Closing Date: 14 June, 2013

{Eni Ghana Exploration & Production,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

A leading Oil & Gas Company is looking for qualified candidates for the above position, based in Accra.

Key Activities:

•   Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages, or transfer calls to appropriate individuals
•   Arrange conferences and meetings
•   Complete forms in accordance with company procedures
•   Compose, type, and distribute meeting notes, routine correspondence, and reports
•   Greet visitors and callers, handle their enquiries, and direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs
•   Locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies
•   Maintain scheduling and event calendars
•   Make copies of correspondence and other material
•   Open, read, route, and distribute incoming mail and other material, and prepare answers to routine letters
•   Schedule and confirm appointments for or supervisors
•   Maintain Office Files
•   Conduct searches to find needed information, using such sources as the Internet
•   Co-ordinate the flow of information both internally and with other organisations
•   Order and dispense supplies
•   Prepare and check mail office mail
•   Operate office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phone systems, and use computers for spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other applications

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Strong communication & interpersonal skills;
•   Autonomy, proactivity, flexibility;
•   Strong dedication;
•   Team player;
•   Ability to work in mutlicultural environments;
•   Demonstrates integrity and confidentiality
•   Bachelor’s Degree from Accredited University
•   Master’s preferable
•   0/2 years work experience
•   Excellent oral and written English. Italian knowledge would be a plus
•   Knowledge of Explorer and MS Office, including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Qualified candidates should submit their recent CV and covering letter to:

Eni Ghana Exploration & Production
C/O HR Dept.
UNA Home
12 Airport By-pass Road Airport
Residential Area
PMB KA 185
Accra – Ghana

Closing Date: 14 July, 2013

{Mass Social Well Scheme,Nationwide Recruitment,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,28 Jun-2013};

The recently launched Mass Social Well Scheme is a digitally coordinated people’s co-operative organization powered by ICT that gives social and economic interventions to over 10 million targeted individuals living in Ghana.

This system which has an open membership to all persons regardless of their tribal, political and religious affiliations, is designed to automatically deduct membership dues through an electronic payment platform as low as 20GHp to a high of GHS 2 daily. Over 20 billion US dollars is being raised from Global Pool of Resources for the programme.

This fund will be revolving among members and beneficiaries under the scheme’s four operational pillars.

1. Financial Help to members, the poor and vulnerable – leading over five hundred million Ghana cedis in various financial aid
2. Hire-Purchase Services (credit buying) – leading over one billion Ghana cedis in consumable hire-purchase services
3. Profitable Investments – managing over two billion Ghana cedis in profitable investments portfolios on members behalf
4. Employment – offering over one hundred thousand job opportunities to qualified applicants from the scheme’s membership.

The four pillars of the scheme are related to all subscribers with tangible human needs and wants, i.e  home/industrial appliances, affordable housing, land/building materials, education, consumer services, loan, business set-up and discount sales. MSWS operates from coordinating offices in National, Regional, District, Zonal, Area and services outlets to ensure nationwide coverage for equity and easy accessibility of services

In accordance with the strategic rollout plan to employ workers for the nationwide coordinating offices to register and administer the programme to at least 10 million individuals in Ghana on the scheme, as such MSWS is currently recruiting various professionals for its National, District, Zonal and Area offices.

Qualification Required & Experience

Junior Officer’s Qualification

•   SSCE, O/A Level, DBS Certification

Senior Officer’s Qualification

•   DBS/HND/BA/BSc/ICSA

Terms & Conditions

•   Applicants must be ready to travel and work in any part of Ghana
•   Applicants will bear the cost of all medical screening prior to their selection, vetting and short listing
•   Applicants must have at least basic computer skills and must be ready to undergo training
•   All applications with the relevant CVs must be submitted to the email or Head Office in Accra.

Location: Nationwide Recruitment

How To Apply For The Job

All applications should be directed to:

No. 77 Millennium Avenue, South Ofankor
P.O. Box CT 5706
Cantoments, Accra-Ghana

Or Email:-

mswsjob@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 June, 2013