{PRECEVID,Kumasi,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

The Presbyterian Centre for Vocational Instructors’ Development (PRECEVID) is a centre of Excellence to train Professionals for the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector in Ghana.

Job Summary:

PRECEVID is a new and still evolving centre located in Kumasi and seeks dedicated, energetic and competent persons to occupy position in the Hospitality Unit.

Role:

•  Prepare lesson plans for training room instruction in Guidance & Counselling, English and French using approved curriculum
•  Conduct  training modules to increase trainees’ knowledge and competence using visual aid such as graphs, charts, video tapes and slides
•  Research and input into course content, learning materials and methods of instruction to achieve set goals and objectives
•  Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in his/her field of specialisation

Qualification Required & Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from an accredited University and completed courses or gained experience and expertise in the areas indicated above

Competencies:

•  Skills in both verbal and written communication
•  Demonstrated knowledge and skills in Competency-Based Training (CBT) and assessment approaches
•  Ability to carry out detailed research using the Internet

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants should submit application with curriculum vitae to the address below: Email:-

info@precevid.org

or

The Human Resource Unit
PRECEVID
P. O. Box ST 74
Stadium, Kumasi

Closing Date: 20th December, 2012

{World Vision International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

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 two decades. World Vision has been working with urban and rural communities in all the 10 Regions of Ghana to improve provision of water, promote sanitation and hygiene practices and quality education, particularly at the basic level, enhance food security and respond to disasters.

Job Summary:

World Vision Ghana (WVG) is looking for highly qualified, proactive, motivational and resourceful persons to fill the above position.

Reports to: Strategy and Technical Specialist Manager
Supervises: None

Purpose of the position:
To provide professional and technical advice and expertise to guide Education programming in all relevant areas of World Vision Ghana projects and assist and support all projects and programmes to integrate Education and align them to the National Office and Sector Strategy.

Major Responsibilities:

•  Strategy Development: Lead in the development, co-ordination, implementation, reporting and review of the Education Sector strategy for World Vision Ghana
•  Resource Acquisition: Contribute in the process of identification, assessment and design of new programmes and projects, including participation in developing grant proposals, logframes, monitoring and evaluation plans and budgets in line with the LEAP framework
•  Capacity Building: Provide education technical support programmes and projects through providing targeted training, tools and resources on a regular basis to facilitate timely and quality delivery of programmes
•  Monitoring, Evaluation & Planning: Support education sector programmes planning, monitoring evaluation, and reporting processes, with development of tools that can facilitate effective implementation and quality of integrated project deliveries
•  Technical input: Participate, review and provide educational technical input to the entire LEAP/DME cycle of World Vision Ghana programmes to ensure the achievement of the Child Well-Being Targets
•  Mainstreaming: Ensure the mainstreaming of cross-cutting themes in all World Vision Ghana Education programmes, in particular the integration of child protection & participation, advocacy, disability and gender, Ensure focus on Child Well-being outcomes, in particular the education outcome, in all Education programmes
•  Integration: Ensure the effective sustainable integration of education in all relevant World Vision Ghana intervention and ministry areas
•  Advocacy, Partnerships and Networking: Establish and maintain prominent visibility of World Vision Ghana on all Education platforms in Ghana leading to World Vision Ghana’s potency to advocate on issues relating to Child Well-Being
•  Information Management: Establish and maintain an accurate and up-to-date dashboard of all programme documents, resources, lessons and good practices, and facilitate their circulation and use within the NO, across the partnership and with partners
•  Innovation: Facilitate the introduction of new, innovative practices, methodologies or concepts in World Vision Ghana Education programmes. Closely support Literacy boost and other innovative projects and their research documentation and communication process while side by side studying the room for expansion into other areas
•  Building Partnerships: Pursue, develop and maintain meaningful and formal partnerships with Government, UN agencies, NGO’s, research institutions and other community stakeholders that will compliment WVG Education programme

Qualification Required & Experience

Job Specification:
Minimum Education level required:

•  Education: Bachelor Degree in Education or social sciences
•  Preferred: Master’s degree in Education, social work or social sciences or related discipline. Working experience in community development
•  Experience: 3 to 4 years of experience in managing an education project

Technical Skills & Abilities:

•  Strong project management skills and good understanding of the project life cycle
•  Excellent understanding of Education best practices and life skills approaches in community development
•  Experience with development project management tools such as logframes, monitoring and evaluation tools and budgets
•  Good supervision skills, including training, mentoring and supporting staff
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report-writing and formal communication skills
•  Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office, Statistical Packages and Lotus Notes (or another main email system such as Microsoft Outlook)

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should send their application letters and CV quoting only the job title as the subject to:

ghana@wvi.org

Closing Date: 18 December, 2012

As a Child focused organisation, World Vision is committed to the protection of children and does not employ 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 opportunities employer. Women are highly encouraged to apply

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Chemonics International Inc, a leading international consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., is seeking long-term employees and short-term consultants for an anticipated early grade literacy and numeracy program in Ghana. The anticipated four-year project will focus on improving reading and numeracy instruction, teacher training, education management, and material development in English and mother tongue languages at the primary school level.

We are recruiting a senior-level teacher training specialist to manage in-service and pre-service training activities at the primary education level. It is anticipated that this person will coordinate with regional and district government counterparts to assess, adapt, and delivery trainings to education professionals.

Qualification Required & Experience

Qualifications for the position:

•  Master’s degree in education or relevant specialty area preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience in education-related field;
•  Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience developing and managing teacher training activities;
•  Knowledge of the Ghana education system;
•  Experience on USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred and experience working with non-governmental organizations, national and local governments, and the private sector required;
•  Outstanding leadership, management, and interpersonal skills;
•  Fluency in English required.

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please email cover letters and CV (as attachments) to

GhanaEducationRecruit@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 December, 2012

•  Please specify position(s) being applied for in the subject line.
•  Only short-listed candidates meeting the qualifications listed above will be contacted.
•  Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

{Morgan International Community School,Gomoa-Manso Central Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Morgan International Community School is a co-educational secondary boarding school that will open its doors in August 2013 to students from all corners of the globe. MICS is a purpose-built facility situated in the Central Region of Ghana at Gomoa-Manso, just off the Accra-Cape Coast Road. Once completed, MICS will boast over 40 classrooms, 194 rooms for accommodation and eco-friendly spaces for studying, leisure, worship, dining and extra-curricular activities.

Mission Statement: by assuring a welcoming, supportive and safe environment, the school fosters love for excellent learning that encourages the development of talents, skills, knowledge and creativity.

Our Vision: is to be a globally renowned center for innovative international education

Qualification Required & Experience

MICS commits first to hiring exceptional adults, and second to coaching, training and supporting them so that they can better guide the achievement and success of all MICS’ students. MICS offers a competitive salary package.

In line with our vision and mission, MICS invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to join the leadership team that will be on board prior to school start up.

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are asked to visit our website for a full job description, necessary qualifications, and the application process. Visit our website for full information on opening.

www.mics.edu.gh

Closing Date: 09 December, 2012

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Chemonics International Inc, a leading international consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., is seeking long-term employees and short-term consultants for an anticipated early grade literacy and numeracy program in Ghana. The project will focus on improving reading and numeracy instruction, teacher training, education management, and material development in English and mother tongue languages

We are recruiting a senior-level early grade literacy specialist for an anticipated four-year program in Ghana. The early grade literacy specialist will provide technical assistance for the development of improved literacy instruction, materials development, and teacher training efforts.

Qualification Required & Experience

Qualifications for the position:

•  Master’s degree in education, preferably early grade reading, bilingual education, or other relevant area or equivalent combination of education and work experience in education-related field;
•  Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience working on mother-tongue language programming;
•  Knowledge of the Ghana education system, particularly the NALAP program and literacy framework;
•  Understanding of Ghanaian and English instruction strategies;
•  Experience on USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred and experience working with non-governmental organizations ad national and local governments required;
•  Outstanding leadership, management, and interpersonal skills;
•  Fluency in English required.

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please email cover letters and CV (as attachments) to

GhanaEducationRecruit@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 December, 2012

•  Please specify position(s) being applied for in the subject line.
•  Only short-listed candidates meeting the qualifications listed above will be contacted.
•  Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

{Chemonics International,Accra,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Chemonics International Inc, a leading international consulting firm based in Washington, D.C., is seeking long-term employees and short-term consultants for an anticipated early grade literacy and numeracy program in Ghana. The project will focus on improving reading and numeracy instruction, teacher training, education management, and materials development in English and mother tongue languages.

We are recruiting a senior-level community engagement and outreach specialist for an anticipated four-year program in Ghana. The community engagement and outreach specialist will work with local community leaders and members to improve accountability and transparency between parents, schools, and local government officials.

Qualification Required & Experience

Qualifications for the position:

•  Master’s degree in education or relevant specialty area preferred or equivalent combination of education and work experience in education-related field;
•  Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience developing and managing community outreach activities over a wide geographic area;
•  Demonstrated knowledge of Ghana’s education system;
•  Experience on USAID or other donor-funded programs preferred and experience working with non-governmental organizations and national and local governments required;
•  Demonstrated experience in contributing to gender mainstreaming, girl-friendly school infrastructure, inclusive education, responsive teacher deployment in underserved areas, teacher supervision, and the supply of teaching and learning materials to underserved schools;
•  Fluency in English required, knowledge of written and spoken Ghanaian languages preferred.

How To Apply For The Job

To apply, please email cover letters and CV (as attachments) to

GhanaEducationRecruit@gmail.com

Closing Date: 20 December, 2012

•  Please specify position(s) being applied for in the subject line.
•  Only short-listed candidates meeting the qualifications listed above will be contacted.
•  Chemonics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

{Morgan International Community School,Gomoa-Manso Central Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Morgan International Community School is a co-educational secondary boarding school that will open its doors in August 2013 to students from all corners of the globe. MICS is a purpose-built facility situated in the Central Region of Ghana at Gomoa-Manso, just off the Accra-Cape Coast Road. Once completed, MICS will boast over 40 classrooms, 194 rooms for accommodation and eco-friendly spaces for studying, leisure, worship, dining and extra-curricular activities.

Mission Statement: by assuring a welcoming, supportive and safe environment, the school fosters love for excellent learning that encourages the development of talents, skills, knowledge and creativity.

Our Vision: is to be a globally renowned center for innovative international education

Qualification Required & Experience

MICS commits first to hiring exceptional adults, and second to coaching, training and supporting them so that they can better guide the achievement and success of all MICS’ students. MICS offers a competitive salary package.

In line with our vision and mission, MICS invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to join the leadership team that will be on board prior to school start up.

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are asked to visit our website for a full job description, necessary qualifications, and the application process. Visit our website for full information on opening.

www.mics.edu.gh

Closing Date: 09 December, 2012

{Morgan International Community School,Gomoa-Manso Central Region,Full-Time, GH,N/A, N/A,31 Dec-2012};

Morgan International Community School is a co-educational secondary boarding school that will open its doors in August 2013 to students from all corners of the globe. MICS is a purpose-built facility situated in the Central Region of Ghana at Gomoa-Manso, just off the Accra-Cape Coast Road. Once completed, MICS will boast over 40 classrooms, 194 rooms for accommodation and eco-friendly spaces for studying, leisure, worship, dining and extra-curricular activities.

Mission Statement: by assuring a welcoming, supportive and safe environment, the school fosters love for excellent learning that encourages the development of talents, skills, knowledge and creativity.

Our Vision: is to be a globally renowned center for innovative international education

Qualification Required & Experience

MICS commits first to hiring exceptional adults, and second to coaching, training and supporting them so that they can better guide the achievement and success of all MICS’ students. MICS offers a competitive salary package.

In line with our vision and mission, MICS invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to join the leadership team that will be on board prior to school start up.

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are asked to visit our website for a full job description, necessary qualifications, and the application process. Visit our website for full information on opening.

www.mics.edu.gh

Closing Date: 09 December, 2012